Straits Echo, 13 February 1909
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Title Section37 1909-02-13 1 Straits Echo 10-PAGE EDITION. DAILY CHRONICLE OF EVENTS, CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT THE STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR EAST GENERALLY. VOL. 7. $24 Per Annum. PENANG, SATURDAY, lath FEBRUARY, 1909. Single Copy, 10 cents. No. 3437 words
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Advertisement955 1909-02-13 1 GUINNESS’S STOUT. m 1 H «0 > Co' 72 O to ZA r --i'S d m o i n <2 «4 VV? Zs /•> o vVO :o^ aiv sssva T H K BANKS. EASTERN SHIPPING Company, Ltd., (ENGINE WORKS.) bartered Bank of India, Australia and Ghina. INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER.955 words
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Advertisement27 1909-02-13 1 THE BEST BEER IN THE FAR.EAST. jj vP a y h > 4B TL\ o «0 JjJ > 3V > •/>> //A V s> e foHroTj^^^ HANG LEE Co., Sole Agents,27 words
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Article138 1909-02-13 2 Few people probably remember the now botorious.Mr. Smyth Pigott, when he wag a planter in Ceylon, says a correspondent in the Cey'on Observer. As a boy he entered the merchant service, was a sailor for a year and then went to Rppton. Kepton •«as followed by Cambridge but138 words
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Article243 1909-02-13 2 An interesting reminiscence of a Singapore phenomenon is meutioned tu the Free Press. "There have been,” our contemporary says, terrific convulsions of the earth's crust in Singapore, and for many years a very fine example of what an earthquake could do when it fairly set to work,243 words
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Article269 1909-02-13 2 Harbour Master Fined. An interesting case was beard before Mi. J. 11. Kemp at the Hongkong Police Court, on the 2nd instant, when the Hou Commander Basil Taylor, R N„ Harbour Master, proceeded against Ho Kwong, a motor mar in the employ of the Tramway Company, for269 words
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Article303 1909-02-13 2 Husband Shoots Wife for Alleged Misbehaviour. There was a great sensation on the French mail steamer Salazie as she was approaching Saigon. A passenger, indignant at the behaviour of his wife, shot her dead. The man was put under arrest and handed over to the authorities303 words
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Advertisement2545 1909-02-13 2 Locationr-DATO KRAMAT GARDENS. THE HIPPODROME Circus and Menagerie. GRIND OPENING NIGHT I Tuesday, February 16th. Absolutely the Biggest Show ever seen in Penang. 25 First Class Artistes- 25 A Gigantic Combination of the Brightest Stars of the Arena from the Leading English aud Continental Hippodromes. A Programme of Unparalleled Brilliancy2,545 words
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Article89 1909-02-13 3 Glen/alloch, Br. s.s., 1.434, Hamsworth, l*2tb Feb., Amoy, Ist Feb, Gen.— K. G. Co. Jin Ho, Br. s.s., HO, Wright, 12th Feb., Langkat, 11th Feb., Gen.—E. S. Co, Ltd. llok Canton, Br. s.s., 294. Scott, 12th Feb., Acheen, 9th Feb., Gen. Ban Ho Hin. Mary Austin, Br. s.s 121,89 words
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Article88 1909-02-13 3 loth February. Kaioachi Mam, for Colombo and Tuticorin Sappho, for Tongkah. Mary Austin, for Asahan. Jin Ho, for Langkat. Ban Whatt Soon, Tongkah. Padang, for Batu Babra. Cornelia, for Teluk Anson. De Kork, for Deli aud Langsa. Kistna, for Port Swettenham and Singapore. (ilenfalloch. for Singapore. HoDgkong, Amoy and88 words
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Article43 1909-02-13 3 For Singapore, Chiua and Japan—Per Kut Sang, 15th instant, 3 p.m. Langsa, T. Semawe, Segli, Olelileh and Sabang—Per Hok Canton, 15th instant, 3 pm. Ceylon. Australasia, India, Aden. Egypt and via Naples, for Europe etc. —Per Lutzow, 16th instant, 6 p.m.43 words
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Article361 1909-02-13 3 Per I. G. M. s.s. Kleist, (from Bremen. 13th Jan.) due at Penang on 18th Feb- To Penang Mr. A. S. Haynes, Dr. R. Romer and family, Mr. Fritz Vogel, Mr. and Mrs. T. A. C. Schoevers. To Singapore Mr. W. Criisemann, Mr. Fritz Kupper, Mrs.361 words
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Article31 1909-02-13 3 Vegge/t Agent* i Lutzow Singapore B.M.ACo. I6tb Fob Kleiat Colombo B.M.ACo IHh Benlawers London S.B ACo. iO.h Macedonia Colombo A.G &Co. 25t li Britannia Singapore A.G&Co. 27i h 7,31 words
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Article26 1909-02-13 3 Vetuclt For \jenf »<e i Lutzow Colombo rt M.*Co. FebKleist Singapore B.M ACo. Beulawers Singapore 3 B ACo. Macedonia Singapore X.Q.ACo. Britannia Colomba A.Q.ACo. 126 words
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Advertisement1335 1909-02-13 3 (8HI I N <*.)- .V' I i P. 0. Steam Navigation Coy. Expected Arrivals and Departures. Mail Service. Outward. Feb. 25 Mace<lonia connecting with Malwa Mar. 11 Delhi do. Mongolia 25 Devanlia do. Marmora Apr. 8 Aseaye do. India Homeward. THROUGH STEAMER TO LONDON. 8.b. Macedonia March 26. FARES BY1,335 words
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Article, Illustration96 1909-02-13 4 Juan mtiaflea mrybody and lattice ainua Knbllshed dally (eic-i>r MnmUyi.l *T Tl B CRITERION PRESS, Ltd.. No. 226—232. Beach Street. Penanu. PRICE: DAILY LOOAI 18« P«' annnnt OUTBTATIONB Po*t*«e ««tr*. «Atl. BIHTION O'nrt freel lIS UAKI.U AIIDRKSS Echo—Penang.’ Telephone No. 343. A. All boalnflM commanlcaMon» nhonld be96 words
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Article612 1909-02-13 4 What some Englishmen have been doing to prevent friendship between the Great British and German nations, some Americans have been doing to spoil the recently effected understanding with Japan. Being American, they have out-Heroded Herod, and gone one better or several worse—than the British strife-stirrers. The New612 words
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Article164 1909-02-13 4 Passes Through Penang. H. E. Sir Johu Anderson arrived in. the harbour this morning by the homeward bound P. and 0. Devanka The Hon’ble the Resident Councilh-r, with Hon. W. J. Napier. Attorney General, and Mr. W. G. Maxwell, Solicitor-General, went on board to welcome His164 words
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Article96 1909-02-13 4 We are requested by Mr. W. S. Nicholls. Agent of the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, to publish the following list of subscriptions received by him for the Italian Earthquake Fund Mr. li- E P. Wolferstan 310 S. C. Ambrose 1 His Hon Mr. Justice Fisher 196 words
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Article150 1909-02-13 4 SEXAGESIMA SUNDAY. St. George’s Church. 8 a.in. —Matins (Choral). 8- a m. Holy Communion (Plain). 9- am. do (Chinese). 5 p m.—Sunday School. 6 p.m.—Evensong and Sermon. Presbyterian Church. Divine Service will he held at Prve Dock in the morning at 9-15 o’clock and in the Presbyterian150 words
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Article141 1909-02-13 4 The following business in tin has been d9ne to-day Singapore: Straits Trading Co 100 tons at $65.50 Penang Eastern Smelting Co., 50 65.45 Straits Trading Co.. 50 65.50 Penang Tin Exchange. 105 pels, at 65 45 Tin is quoted in London to-day at .£l2B 10s-141 words
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Article182 1909-02-13 4 At St. George’s Church this afternoon a (|Uiet but, pretty wedding was celebrated lietweeu Mr. F. A. Harrison of Ipob, and Miss Rose May Welsh of Sbenley, Hertfordshire, Eugland, sister-in-law of Messrs. R M. and H. S Whiteside of Ipoh. The bride looked very charming in a white chiffon182 words
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Article741 1909-02-13 4 Science of Armoury. Sergt.-Major Sayers gave a lucid lecture yesterday evening at the Volunteer Drill Hall on shooting and the care of arms. Capt. Alan Wilson was preseut and a number of volunteers followed the lecture with interest The lecturer opened his remark* bv saying that it741 words
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Article797 1909-02-13 4 Lawn Tennis Tournament. Following were the results of the ties played yesterday Cha mp ienthip. S. F. B. Martin beat J. R. Brown, 6-1 6—1. V. G. Savi beat W. J. Haskins, 7—5 7-5-Singles Handicap, Class B. A- Stronach beat Duxbury (bye), 7—9 6-3; 6—4. M- K.797 words
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Advertisement656 1909-02-13 4 “ALCAZAR” CINEMATOGRAPH, KING STREET THEATRE, The Most Perfect Cinematograph Entertainment Ever Given in the Colony, The Latest and Most Up-to-date Pictures. TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHT!! Extraordinary Announcement. France’s Leading Actors and Actresses, iu a Dramatic Comedy by Brada, "THE BRIGADIER’S STRIPES.” Says he Era of this film, This piece, enacted by excellent656 words
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Article94 1909-02-13 5 (•Supplied by Reuter.) The Mystery Explained. London, 13th February.—The body which was found iu the ruins of the Chancellery of the German Legation at Santiago when it was burned down on the Bth inst. turns out to be that of the portor of the Legation and not94 words
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Article136 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter Nix Dreadnoughts” to he Laid Down. London, 12th February.—The Daily Mail states that the Government will 'redeem Mr Asquith's promise of the 13th November. Five vessels of the Dreadnought type, p>ssibly six, will be laid down in the coming year, entailing an immediate increase136 words
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Article52 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter• Visit to Potsdam Abandoned. London, 13th February—Kiog Edward has abandoned his visit to Potsdam owing to the severity of the weather. His Majesty is suffering from a slight catarrh. Their Majesties have left Berlin. They received a hearty farewell from the crowd who lined the52 words
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Article46 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter German Anxiety Dissipated. London, 12th February,—The Berliner Tageblatt is authoritatively informed that the conference of several hours between Prince von Buelow and the Rt. Hon. Sir Charles Hardinge was extraordinarily satisfactory. The Germao anxiety over the British policy has been dissipated.46 words
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Article100 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter.) Allocation of the Thank-offering. London, 12th February.-The allocation of the Pan-Anglican Congress thank-offering has been settled. China aud Japaueacli get ,£30,000. A Theological College w.ll lie built in Tokio [At the close of the Pan-Anglican Congress last August the Archbishop of Canterbury issued a100 words
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Article159 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Macao Dependencies. Loudon, 12th February.—An agreement has been signed at Lisbon between China and Portugal, each appointing a High Commissioner to delimit t he Macao dependencies. The negotiations will settle the dispute begun in 1887. [The sovereignty of Portugal over Macao was formally159 words
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Article51 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter.) Enthusiastic Celebration in America. London. 13th February.—America ia enthusiastically celebrating the anniversary of Lincoln’s birthday, which was observed as a general holiday. Mr. Roosevelt. Mr. James Bryee (British Ambassador at Washington) and Sir Kogoro Takabira (Japanese Minister at Washington) were prominent speakers at various51 words
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Article41 1909-02-13 5 (Supj)lied by Reuter.) Arrival in London. London, 12rh February. —M. Taka-akira Kato, Japare«e Ambassador in London, has arrive l in Loud >r. The staff of the Japa nose Embassy and the Japanese colony met him ar the station-41 words
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Article119 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter.) Coxswain Committed to Trial. LondoD, 13th November.—A telegram from Sydney states that the jury found that the disaster to the H. M. S. Encounter's pinnace in Sydney harbour was due to the negligence of the coxswain, who has been committed to trial for119 words
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Article25 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Renter.) Suicide. London, 13th February.—The well kuown actor Charles Warner committed suicide ty hanging himself at a New York Hotel.25 words
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Article42 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter.) Waits on H. E. Tang Nhao-yi. London, 13tb February—An anti-opium deputation, beaded by the Bishop of London, waited on H. E. Tang Sbao-yi and congratulated bitn on China’s heroic efforts to deal with the opium traffic.42 words
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Article40 1909-02-13 5 (Supplied by Reuter.) Austria and Servia. Londou, 13th February.—The AustroHungarian papers ate excited over the war preparations by Servia, and declare that the latter country is going beyond diplonrattc redress and that an unambiguous ultimatum was necessary.40 words
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Article431 1909-02-13 5 (From Our Own Correspondent.) A lor Star, 12th Feb. Repairs. The Kedah Government Offices are now under repairs, without disturbance of the Mr. R. H. Pinhorn. Mr. R H. Pinhorn, the headmaster of the Peuang Free School, has been on a visit to Kedah. All Affray. Ac affrav431 words
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Article968 1909-02-13 5 (Pram Our Own Correspondent London, Jau. 22nd. A Good Suggestion. The rumour that the King will hold a great review of the London Territorial Foiy. ces during this year has been again revived. It has been the intention of the King for, many months past to show968 words
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Article1009 1909-02-13 5 (From Our Omn Correspondent.) Wednesday, Feb. 10th. hap (loh Melt Night. ,Qu Chap <3h>h M&h night id Singapore, i all the Chinese ladies drove round and round i tjie Esplanade iu 7 WM*S«rs and carriages. was a continual string of vehicles on the move on Saturday night and1,009 words
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Article73 1909-02-13 5 To-day. 23rd Day of Ist Moon. Volunteer l.’ifleCompetition. The New Japanese Cinematograph, corner of Campbell Street and Penaug Road, 7-30 p.m. and 9-10 p.m. Grand Change of Programme. Alcazar Cinematograph, Kiug Street Theatre. Mr. T. VVenyon’s Dramatic Recital, Parish Hall, 9 p.m. To-morrow. 24th Day of Ist Moon Volunteer73 words
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Advertisement311 1909-02-13 5 TO-NIGHT TO-NIGHT! UNDER THE PATRONAGE OK THE HON. B. N. BLAND, Resident Councillor, AT THE PARISH HALL. At 9 o’clock Prompt, DRAMATIC RECITAL OK “Lady Audley’s Secret,” Tbe Original Version of Miss Braddou’s Popular Novel in Two Acts, HY John T. WENYON, Elocutionist of England. Mr. Wenyon will represent the311 words
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Advertisement681 1909-02-13 5 PENANG SALES ROOM. Notice of Sale. BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE, The undersigned is instructed to sell h\ PUBLIC AUCTION, In the Village of Sungie Bakup, P. W., On Monday, 15th Feb., 1909, AT 10-30 A.M., The following property belonging to JOSEPHINE LEE. All that piece of laud and hereditaments681 words
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Article1555 1909-02-13 6 Extraordinary Discussion in I lie Prussian House of Deputies. Some remarkable statements were made in the Prussian House of Deputies on Jan. 13th when the Chamber discussed an interpellation put down bv Herr Roereu on the subject of certain public or semi-public exhibitions which, in his opinion, had1,555 words
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Article126 1909-02-13 6 Pbnamg. 13th Fbbbuabt -i* »4, ,«»«4 VI (By cmrtĕty of tk* Chartered Hank.) London Demand Bank -.2/3} 4 month*’ sight ..2/4 T 1 < 8 w Credit ..2/4 T 3 M 3 Documentary ...2/4/ T Jaicarta. Demand B*nk Re 174 4 i days’ signt Pr 176 Boinbav, Demand Bank126 words
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Article186 1909-02-13 6 Gold Jieaf 364.60 B. Pept er( WOn si 3ib* 5 <>z.) no atock iVtnte $l7 75 sales Prtng 13.37} sales Cl ve* 37 50 sellers Uce 74 sellers Him* Pic l 63. —sales Nutmeg» 110 s 19 —sellers C No 1 6.65 sales Sugar „2 no stock (.Basket 3.65186 words
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Article208 1909-02-13 6 1 Prhang, 13th February, 1309 Bebf rig. Soup i«et ciitv 14; Roast 24 Steaks 24 ,c Stew or Curry Meal 16 Rump Steak 24 Ox Tail earl. 30 Tongue 50 Feet 20 e Heart 30 Liver per catty 30 Pork— f Pork per cat! 32 Pig’s Head 20208 words
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Article961 1909-02-13 6 I Number of *5 IpT I f g 2 I Capital. Shares > 1 D.*,/W, a Namr S 'Z 2. \r I iw*ued. 3 ‘3 s JS S ft- i CQ <% O 1 —=i—i <y li>o3 300,000 30,000 10 10 10 for year ending 31/3/08'BelatTin 6 6 7“Jj6961 words
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Advertisement48 1909-02-13 6 Thoroughly Tested. Chamberlain’s Couuh R'tnedjr has been examiued bv eminent analytical chemists wlio certified that it contained no naicotica It, is not only a safe and harmless medicine rut the best in use for coughs, colds and r»r! U p' Caorge To w a Dispensary, VV holesalo Agents.48 words
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Advertisement208 1909-02-13 6 Don’t Take the Risk. When you have a bad cough or cold do not let it drag along until it becomes chronic or develops into an attack of pneumonia, but give it the attention it deserves and get rid of it. Take Chambe r lain’s Cough Remedy and you are208 words
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Advertisement230 1909-02-13 6 MACKAY’S LIQUEM WHISKY. The Acme of Quality. Andrew Usher Co.’s SPECIAL RESERVE O.V.G. Whisky. SANDILANDS, BUTTERY Co. AGENTS FoR BBNANQ <& F\ W. 5. THE CELEBRATED “S. B. Co.” GIN IN RED CASES. Smndilmnds, Buttery <$* C** “SLEDGE BRAND” MILK. Absolutely Pure. Every single tin guaranteed good. Obtainable from all230 words
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Article788 1909-02-13 7 Thetecoud report,dealing with the subject of afforestation, of the Royal Commission on Coast Erosion, the Reclamation of Tidal Lands, and Afforestation has been issued as a Bluebook. The Commissioners, after considering at length the present condition of British toiestrv, arrive at the conclusion that a national scheme of788 words
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Article482 1909-02-13 7 (By a Banker). lu some mysterious raauter, difficult to comprehend, and altogether unintelligible, most lovely landscapes, wild sea pieces, or strange geometric figures and designs in extraordinary diversity are delineated by a sharp frost on any bard smooth surface such as a stone pavpinent or482 words
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Article, Illustration450 1909-02-13 7 Aftbk Prolonged Agony This Bom hay Customs Clerk Found a Welcome Cure in Dr. Williams* Pink Pills. As Rheumatism is caused through the existence ot poisonous acids in the blood of the sufferer, it follows that the only way to cure Rheumatism is to drive out those450 words
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Advertisement1097 1909-02-13 7 INSURANCES, Guardian Assurance Company, Limited. Established )821. Subscribed Capital Total Invested Funds wards of Total Annual Income Je2.000.000 up4.500,000 £759,000 fJTHE undersigned have been appointed Agents of the above Company at Penang, and are prepared to issue policies of Insurance against loss by fira at the lowest tariff tates. KENNEDY1,097 words
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Advertisement24 1909-02-13 7 The Freuch Medical Profession rely on Suiltal Midy to cure chronic bronchitis, kidnev and bladder trouble, as well as discharges from the urinary organs.24 words
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Advertisement81 1909-02-13 7 Cheap Week End Excursions to Selangor. lIRST CLASS RETURN TICKETS X will be granted per hh. Kistna,” timed to leave Penang for Port Swetteuham every Saturday afternoon available only for return per Bs. "Pin Seng" due to leave Port Swettenhain on the next afternoon and expected to arrive in Penam:81 words
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Advertisement925 1909-02-13 8 W. MANSON, American Dentist, Late of Dr. Allen Cu. t Pha U.S.A charges Moderate, Consultation Free. smhidik» at /Vo- 21a Penang Road. A tew doors from the Eastern and Oriental Hotel. 6 mtha. FOR SALE. USEFUL TO PLANTERS, ESTATES, ETC. Large Check Roll Books of '2OO leaves. Price, $8 each.925 words
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Article3147 1909-02-13 9 JOHN SWEENEY - [All Rights Reserved]. BY JOHN SWEENEY (Ex Detective Inspector, Scotland Yard). The Countess of Kensington was in tears Her diamonds had gone. Three thousand pounds worth. Heirlooms and wedding eifts. This was Lord Kensington’s greeting after a late night at his Hub. Lord Kensington did not show3,147 words
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Article336 1909-02-13 9 Dr Charles William Andrews, f. h s assistant in the Geological Department of the Natural History Museum at South Kensington, has returned from Christmas island in tbe Indian Ocean, where he has been making scientific researches, says the Times. Dr. Andrews vi-ited this island in336 words
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Article296 1909-02-13 9 Official Minutes. Minutes of a Meeting of the Municipal Commissioners held on Monday, the Ist February, 1909. Present. F. J. Hallifax, Esq. President.) Quah Beng Kee. Esq. Alsent. J. W. Hallifax. Esq. Lim Cheng Terk. E*q. L. H. Clayton, Esq. Dr. P. V. Locke. 1 The minutes of296 words
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Article374 1909-02-13 9 The wife of Mr. Hugh Robert E. Harrison, the well knowu pigeon shot, was grauted a decree nisi in the Divorce Court last month. Mr. Barnard, k.c., who represented Mrs. Harrison, sard the marriage took place in 1897. and Mrs. Harrison’s father settled a considerable374 words
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Advertisement29 1909-02-13 9 Gonosan provokes neither discomfort, complications, nornausea It is the happiest scientific combinatiott'tff best East Indian Sandalwood oil and Kawa Kawa. Bottles of 40 capsules at all chemists and dealers.29 words
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Advertisement62 1909-02-13 9 Chamberlain’s Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. This Remedy alwavs wins the good opinion, if not the praise, of those who use it. The quick cures, which it effects, even in t he most severe cases, makes it a favourite everywhere. It is equally valuable for children, and when reduced with62 words
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Advertisement50 1909-02-13 9 Keep it Handy. You may not Deed Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy now, but at this season of the year you are liable to need it within twenty-four Jj<pirs. It is, without doubt, the best on the market for coughs, colds, croup and whooping cough. The George Town Dispen sary Wholesale Agents,50 words
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Advertisement280 1909-02-13 9 A Popular Remedy in South Africa. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has been in South Africa for a number of years, and the fact that it still retains its popularity as a cure of coughs, colds and croup is certain proof that it gives satisfaction. Morum Bros general merchants at Tarkastad, Cape280 words
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Advertisement1108 1909-02-13 10 RUNNYMEDE BEA SIDE 9 SEA SIDE 40, Nortliam Road, Penang. IfPLENDID SKA BATHING. CUISINE UNEXCELLED. Under European Management. MODERATE TERMS FOR BOARDERS. A. KERDYK, Telephone No. 543. Proprietor. Telegraphic Address: -Runnymedb,” Penang. 26-1-09 62 IMhe Properly and Commercial S Sales Rooms, 50, Boacli Street, Penang. Undertake the Sale l»j’ AUCTION1,108 words
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