Straits Echo, 23 December 1915
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Title Section35 1915-12-23 1 Straits Echo DAILY CHRONICLE OF EVENTS, CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT TiiS STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR EAST GENERALLY* VOL. 13. $24 Per Annum. PENANG, THURSDAY, 23rd DECEMBER, 1916. Single Cepy, 10 cent!. No. 29435 words
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Advertisement1091 1915-12-23 1 N e, K F A'.-V m. m e>: -y c 2 £s2f a B t> vp r n r a 3 a r 5*,, 8 TVj> Doctor a 1 r? v mcjcidß. It is t joraKsy tai jaL^;. smherbce Hass'; ;:sawsr i BANKS. For Cars on Hire Chartered Bank of1,091 words
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Advertisement15 1915-12-23 1 TO LET. 1 BUNGALOW No. 1428, BURMAH ROAD. LOCATION QUIET HEALTHY. APPLY 53, Beach Street.15 words
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Advertisement23 1915-12-23 2 DRINK HS 1 W&7 |P 5M A c 55 > RECOGNISED BY CONNOISSEURS ab THE BRAND ON THE SOLE AGENTS: KATZ BROTHERS, LTD., PENANG23 words
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Article1106 1915-12-23 3 Roman Catholic Opposition. The Morning Star, the c fficial Catholic journal o£ the Archdiocese of New Orleans and the Diocese of Savannah,” and regarded as the mouth-piece of the Catholic clergy of the entire South, published on October 16th an editorial which reads in part as1,106 words
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Article563 1915-12-23 3 Outspoken Remarks bt a Dutch Socialist. Mr. Van Hoi, a Socialist member of the First Chamber in Holland, has just returned hoica from his mission to Japan. Our readers Will recollect (says the Japan Chronicle that while in this country Mr. Van Kol contributed an interesting563 words
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Advertisement342 1915-12-23 3 The Eastern United Assurance Corporation Ltd. Head Office: SINGAPORE. The undersigned has been appointed Agent for the above Corporation, and is now prepared to accept MARINE S’ FIRE RISKS at current rates QUAII BENG KEE, 43. Bĕneh Sirt.gl, FViiwiho "'MUM1.1.*»»,™,»,,.,, ---I—r,. The Anglo-Japanese Dispensary, 393 395, Chuiia Street, PENANG. Qualified342 words
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Advertisement991 1915-12-23 3 in—«i.'.m.j vr~. J v dl rxir. nZJin WOMEN’S GREATEST MSFORTUNE. The old saying that “distance lends enchantment” was those people whose breath is laden with evi! smelling i nevermore aptly i point than when applied to those people whose breath is laden woth evil smelling odours. Many p -o appeal991 words
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Article911 1915-12-23 4 Adolphe Louis Cureau - Bt Adolphe Louis Cureau. From Savage Man in Central Africa A Study of rimitive Races in the French Congo The cannibal is not necessarily, as is too often thought, a ferocious individual, a blood-tainted tiger, a murderous monomaniac. I should not care to have the appearance911 words
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Advertisement1145 1915-12-23 4 MUNICIPAL NOTICE. THE REVISION of the Assessment Lists for Houses and Lands within the Municipality of George Town, Penang, for the year 1916, having been completed, and the Municipal Commissioners having certified in terms of Section 62 of The Municipal Ordinance 1913 that no valid objection has been made to1,145 words
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Advertisement70 1915-12-23 4 Whooping Cough. When your child has whooping cough be careful to keep the cough loose and expectoration easy by giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as may be required. This remedy will also liquify the tough mucus and make it easier to expectorate. It has been used successfully in many epidemics, and70 words
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Advertisement177 1915-12-23 4 »oc DOC DOC DOCDOCDOCDOC DOC DOC do< 0 A o THE MAINSTAY OF THE CLUB. /V VJrv. n J o 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o r\ W f' 17* hi". iCp«-fW '2 VM I 4 I *8 J <3? 2 1 ////XV/ il 4 r u.177 words
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Article1042 1915-12-23 5 Tom Wright - (By Tom Wright.) Goodbye leafy valley, farewell rustic cheer, It’s a long way from several places, but my heart’s right here. My heart’s in London I brought it with me- It was in my throat,” as the Baying is, coming along in the train, where two typical shirkers entertained1,042 words
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Article1014 1915-12-23 5 Coroner's Inquest. c The inquest into the death of a Chinaj. man named Chan Ah Tong was held jester* daj afternoon before Mr. E. Col man, the Coroner, in the Second Court. Inspector Wilde conducted the inquest. Dr. Junicbero Ando, Acting Medical Officer, General Hospital, stated that1,014 words
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Advertisement173 1915-12-23 5 occ < Id a Id Q£ UCHANA 53 SCOTCH WHISKY as as oo r- 1 w 90 on U Ul 0. CO < X u m o co _i < s: BIACK^Xfi x SCOTCH ms- "SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT BLACK WHITE tf*.* ALWAYS THE HIGHEST QUALITY 1 0) ■0 70173 words
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Advertisement317 1915-12-23 5 mm -fep LEAD OTHERS FOLLOW. ALL DEALERS. TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHTJ J The Electric Polyscope Co., Lyceum Theatre, Argyll Road. Present 4 Reels The Children of Captain Grant 4 Pans A Powerful gripping drama full of thrills and adventures. It is one of the best Ec air productions. 2 Reels Mystery of317 words
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Article, Illustration98 1915-12-23 6 Published daily (eice.pt Sunday? and p\»'-s bc>Jid*vs) AT TH* CRITERION PRESS. Ltd Nj. 59. Beach Street, Paiang Pmicß. Daily Local M $24 per amns-x Outstation... Postage Extra. Mail Edition (Poet Frae) $17.50 CABLE ADDKEBS t ECHO —PENANG.” Telephone Nos. (Echo. 586 Printing Department 343 Sri. —All Suaiaaa*98 words
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Article1417 1915-12-23 6 At Birmingham reemilly Sir Charles Lucas, formerly of the Colonial Officp, delivered an address on the British Empire in which he made some interesting observations on an old subject wjrn somewhat threadbare by pipulir le:tu r erB. We all know Professor Seely’s memorable sentence that England acquire1,417 words
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Article35 1915-12-23 6 To-day’s Quotations, Tin (unrefined) is quoted here to-day at $Bl.lO, buyers no sellers, in Singapore (refined) at $Bl 50, buyers no sellers, and in London at £166 spot and £166 10s. three months’ sight.35 words
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Article490 1915-12-23 6 Our Singapore correspondent wires that the Rev. Mr. H. C. Peile has been appointed Commissary to the Bishop of Singapore. Mr. K. A. Currie, of Kerilla Estate, Kelantao, is now Lieuteoant in the Highland Light Infantry and is serving in the Dardanelles. M.M. At a recent meeting490 words
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Article53 1915-12-23 6 (From Our Own Correspondent). Singapore, December 23. The Rubber auctions, at which 378 tons were offered for sale, are unfinished. A feature of the auctions was the strong demand of the lower grades. There was an increase in the price generally of about $5 per picul in53 words
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Article257 1915-12-23 6 Ptjaa. {From Our Own Correspondent). Singapore, December 23. At the meeting of the Pajam Rubber Co. Ltd. Mr. Watkins, who presided, pointed out that a dividend had been earned. Prices wBre much lower than recently and allowance must be made in the estimated crop of this year for257 words
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Article1034 1915-12-23 6 Keeping Meaiory Green. To-day, for the 500th time, the Guild of Merchant Taylors is observing a trust solemnly committed to its care. One John Vernon left a sum of money to the Guild so that on each anniversary of his death December 23rd—the members should attend divine service,1,034 words
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Advertisement214 1915-12-23 6 LODIi for the FILAG on the /iBOII-* and you will then know you are getting the British Brand. V' X! mmM m m it'» lil P m p BRITISH W o and 'H BEST. 'iii. H i 1 i V ii A\\\\m iii wmw IHIIIIII ";il |i i 11 ,I|H|214 words
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Article558 1915-12-23 7 (Reuter's Service.) Copyright Telegram. ARTILLERY BOMBARDMENT SLACKENS. London, December 21, 4.55 p m. A Paris communique states that the general cannonade has slackened. The French were successful in minor operations especially in the bombardment of German movements in Lorraine. MINOR OPERATION!. Freach Success. London, December 22, 1.30558 words
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Article740 1915-12-23 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. AN ADDITIONAL MILLION. PREMIER'S STATEMENT IN THE COMMONS. London, December 21. The House of Commons presented an animated scene when Mr, H. H. Asquith moved an Army estimate for an additional million men. He announced that at c the end of sixteen months740 words
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Article783 1915-12-23 7 (Reuter's Service) Copyright Telegram. DEBATE IN THE COMMONS. MR. JOHN REDMOND S STATEMENT. London, Decembor 21. In the House of Commons Mr. John Redmond declared that the Irish party would oppose compulsion under the present condi- h tions and by every means. Remarkakle Maidea Speech. Mr. Stanton,783 words
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Article884 1915-12-23 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. RUSSIA INVADCS BULGARIA. LANDING AT VARNA. London, December 22, 1,30 p.m. The Daily Chronicle learns from Athens that the Russians landed at Varna, the Bulgarian port on the Black Sea, after razing the town. The garrison which lost heavily did not interfere with884 words
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Article589 1915-12-23 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. GOVERNMENT'S HEAVY DEMANDS. London, December 21. The Times thinks that freighs may still be higher if the Government’s present heavy r demands on the mercantile marine recur, li The regular lines are daily refusing offers of s freight. It estimates the -s total589 words
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Article410 1915-12-23 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. ELABORATE SMUGGLING SCHEMES. London, December 22. Of the elaborate schemes to smuggle rubber into Germany from America the latest revealed is from New York. The seizure of 3,500 lb. of raw rubber, about to be shipped without a declaration, had its sequel in410 words
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Article128 1915-12-23 7 The s.s. Namur is expected to sail at 10 p.m. on Friday, 24th instant. Letters posted at Dato Kramat and E. AO. Hotel Sub- Post Offices and in the Pillar-boxes before 6p. m. to-morrow, will be in time to catch the Homeward Mail. Letters etc for despatch128 words
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Article79 1915-12-23 7 With reference to the paragraph regarding the probable closing of the Suez Canal which we took from the Batavia Handelsblad and published yesterday, we have been asked to make it clear that the statement was unofficial and that no offioial notification to that effect has been received79 words
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Article80 1915-12-23 7 The following articles will be found on our outside pages Page 3. —Mr. Wilson’s Mexican Policy. Japan and Netherlands India. 4. —Hungary and England. Prisoners of War. 5. Hutton Lane Tragedy. Metropolises. 8. —Chinese Loyalty. The Rise in Rub* ber. Peace MancouvreB. Belgian Relief Fund. The Prince of Wales’80 words
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Obituary24 1915-12-23 7 Obituary. Sir Thomas Jackaoa London,'December 22. The death has taken place of Sir Thomas Jackson, formerly Chief Manager of the Hongkong and Shanghai Bank.24 words
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Article1083 1915-12-23 8 Some little time ago, says the Straitt Timet, we had the pleaeure of noting the formation of a Chinese British Association in Singapore. More recently the Chinese of Malacca met together and took steps in the same direction, and in Penang an enthusiastic movement is in progress to1,083 words
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Article872 1915-12-23 8 London, November 16. Raw rubber has risen so rapidlv in price during the past ten days that the valuation of plantation shares is undergoing entire readjustment. Many shares have-already advanced substantially under active public buying, but others have not yet participated in the upward movement. If872 words
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Article889 1915-12-23 8 SIGNIFICANT SLUMP IN GERMAN' SHARES. What Bankers Say. A series of messages received from Central Newt correspondents in Switzerland and Italy affords some fresh and interesting information concerning the reported AustroGerman manmuvres in the direction of peace and their alleged ulterior motives. The Geneva correspondent of the agency889 words
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Article151 1915-12-23 8 CHRISTMAS SERVICES. Saturday, Die. 25« Christmas Day. 6 a.m. HolyCummunion, Rev H G Peile 8 a.m. Holy Communion, Rev Frank W Haines 10 a.m. Choral Matins, and Choral Celebration of the Holy Communion Procession Hymn 51 O come all ye faithful Venita Hopkins Psalm XLV Pye151 words
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43 1915-12-23 8 Dec. 16 By Balance 343,968.05 22 Municipal staff 14th> instalment 384.97 Penang. Band 12th instalment 18.90 E. W. J. 100.00 22 Balance 44,471.92 Remitted to London dJ 10,000 on 24-2-15.... 85,618.73 Total subscriptions to date ...3130,090.6543 words
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Article518 1915-12-23 8 Dec. 16 By Balance 33,212.15 22. Messrs. R. J. Palmer and G. V. Bradley 25.00 22 Balance 33,237.15 Amount previously acknowledged 18,558.21 Total ...321,795.36 According to the Kuo Chuan Pao the Censorato is to submit a petition to the Chinese Government urging the President to ascend the518 words
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Advertisement399 1915-12-23 8 SHORTHAND TYPIST for European Firm» Apply to No. 128, 766 c/o Strait» Echo. WA.KTTED. ROOMS, furnished or unfurnished with or without Board by Gentleman. Any distance from Town. Write particulars to NINNO 761 c/o Strait» Echo. WANTED IMMEDIATELY. LADY to assist Management in Bodega. Board, lodging and salary. References. Address399 words
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Advertisement63 1915-12-23 8 In a hot climate such as this harmful bacteria multiply very quickly, and that is the reason of stomach and bowel complaints being so prevalent. These troubles are difficult to cure unless the right medicine be taken. WOODS' GREAT PEPPERMINT CORE is a medicine of sound curative properties! and particularly63 words
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Advertisement53 1915-12-23 8 Uonecemry Words. Why waste words and advertising space in describing the many points of merit in Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy The most fastidious are satisfied when we state that it cures colds and coughs from any cause, and that it contains absolutely no narcotics or injurious substanoes. For Bale by all53 words
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Advertisement10 1915-12-23 8 For Chronio Cheat Complaints, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cmre la, 6d.10 words
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Advertisement510 1915-12-23 8 NOTICE. RESIDENT COUNCILLOR will be At Home at The Residency, on Wednesday, the 5th January, from 5 p.m. No separate invitations will be issued. (Tennis). 764 NOTICE. Penang Volunteers. 'fl'HE EXAMINATION for St. John’s I. Ambulance Certificate will be held in the Drill Hall on Thursday, Dec. 30th, at 5-15510 words
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Article943 1915-12-23 9 The German Threat*. After the Kaiser’s strange speech to the Delegation representing the chief municipalities of Poland, which is published in the mail papers one need not regard the proposals which, as reported in a Pioneer telegram are said to have been made by certain members of943 words
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Article861 1915-12-23 9 Count Tisza’s Regrets at Estrangement. An interesting interview of Mr Carl von Wiegand, of the New York World, with Count Tisza, the Hungarian Premier, is quoted iu the Lokal-Anzeiger. The following are its most important passages The decision on peace or continuation of of the war lies861 words
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601 1915-12-23 9 (UNDER S.R.A. RULES OF RACING.) RACE DAYS: FIRST DAY Thursday, 6th January, 1916. SECOND DAY Saturday, 8th January, 1916. FIRST DAY. Thursday, 6th January, 1916 1 5— The George Town Plate and Purse. Value $350 each. A Handicap for all ponies' 14.2 and under601 words
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Advertisement222 1915-12-23 9 —i3oc: ALLE DENNYS CO., Pending, RU fcJJB ®)R BRO rs s. or THE PENANG RUBBER AUCTION ROOMS. SALES HELD EVERY TUESDRY RUBBER bought or a*ld bj PUBLZO AUCTION or T'RIVAT* TFNnTB FORWARD BALES ARRANGED. N C IB LUBBER traaabippod „d in.ur*! to aoj PORT »t .mimo. r»U., RHEBER SALE ROOMS222 words
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Advertisement12 1915-12-23 9 For Children’» Hacking Cough at Night, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, Is. Cd12 words
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Advertisement62 1915-12-23 9 A Germ Destroyer. There is no danger whatever from lock jaw or blood poison resulting from a wound when Chamberlain’s Pain Balm is promptly applied. It is an antiseptic and destroys the germs which cause these disease-s. It also causes wounds to heal without maturation and in one-third the time62 words
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Advertisement364 1915-12-23 9 JUST ARRIVED /mown Giaiccw Seen** 3"'.. UT* I NI »8 The best that ever left Scotland? auftui t? »V «*»> W X At s anu A taste will convince that it is the Sovereign Whisky of the Age. Try it. Obtainable at all leading Stores and Hotels. Whisky SOLE AGENTS364 words
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Article1032 1915-12-23 10 CHASTENED. BUT CALM AND CONFIDENT. Large Fortunes Out of the War. Amsterdam, October 17, A vivid and circumstantial picture of j life in Berlin at the present time baB been given to me in an interview with a Dutch merchant —I transmit his name to you1,032 words
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1044 1915-12-23 10 (Mr- B. Bunting contributes to the current number of the "Agricultural Bulletin" the following paper which was prepared and [>' translated into Romanised Malay for the benefit of smallholders, and printed copies of which have been circulated through the district Officers). The problem of1,044 words
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Advertisement43 1915-12-23 10 Bad Taste in the Mouth. If you have a bad taste in your mouth in the morning, your stomach is not in proper order. Chamberlain’s Tablets regulate this and give you a relish for your meals. For sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.43 words
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Advertisement215 1915-12-23 10 t.'x I'iSV V .S\ jaC'- VS\/C\>. »''/V •;vC';y^ X>1 II >\v V' jf* iVW S&SteSsS KSS :»C v nv E23 «5 m i i v; 5 WHEN ORDERING YOUR CHAMPAGNE FOR CHRISTMAS BE SURE TO GET THE BEST. THE BE ST IS Reserve cuveIE Champagne tXTKil O BY 1§ Ig215 words
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Article209 1915-12-23 11 Some people are naturally thin. There is also a natural pallor but moat people who are both thin and pale are far from well %rvd they need a tonic. Many people neglect to take a tonic until they get so sick that a tonic is not sufficient just209 words
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Article1319 1915-12-23 11 Alan Lethbridge - (By Alan Lethbridge.) Glancing recently through the page» of one of the most widely circulated books of reference, under the heading “Cossacks” I came across the following statement “Greatly execrated for their brutality.” What is to be said of such comment? Happily the war is responsible for a1,319 words
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Article595 1915-12-23 11 Having often dealt with certain aspects of China’s forestry problem iu this column, we are deeply interested to note that Mr W. F. Sberfesse, a former Director of Forestry in the Puiiippines, has been appointed Forestry Advisor to the Chinese Covernment and is due to arrive iu595 words
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Advertisement242 1915-12-23 11 DAVID CORSAR 8 SON’S Well-Known Extra Navy Canvas, No. 0. SANDILANDS, BUTTERY 8 Co. HOTEL NORMAN, Penang’s Select Residential Hotel. ENGLISH PROPRIETORSHIP. ENGLISH CUISINE English Treatment LARGE AIRY ROOMS FACING THE SEA. Under the patronage of H.M. Judges, Medical Officers, Colonial Secretaries, Magistrates, etc. Thumb Mopeuatk and Inclusive, Cables “NORMANS."242 words
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Advertisement53 1915-12-23 11 Unnecessary Words. Why waste words and advertising space in describing the many points of merit in Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy The most fastidious are satisfied when we state that it cures colds and coughs from any cause, and that it contains absolutely no narcotics or injurious substances. For sale by all53 words
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Advertisement223 1915-12-23 11 3QCDOOOC r r U oc :oc DOC DCZDO O n o n o n BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT. Contractors to THE ADMIRALTY, THE WAR OFFICE, THE INDIA OFFICE, ALL Government Hospitals IN THE Straits Settlements AND Federated Malay States. OBTAINABLE RETAIL p 'i a."' Si*' •t- Vv* H a ■Sn vf&s2sE&£Bt&223 words
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Advertisement1787 1915-12-23 12 B. I. P. O. AND APGAR LINE 13 Mail and Passenger Services. PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL SAILINGS. MAIL SERVICE. Homeward (for Europe.) Outward (for China and Japan.) > m Vo KONINKLIJKE PAKETYAART MAATSCHAPPU. (ROYAL PACKET S. W. COMPANY.) N. Y. K Japan Mail Steamship Company I t Fob Iktbndud to Sail.1,787 words
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