Straits Echo, 25 February 1916
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Title Section35 1916-02-25 1 Straits Echo «AIL* CHRONICLE OF EVENTS, CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT THE STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR BAST GENERAL VOL. 14. $24 Per Annum PENANG, FRIJ>AY, 25th FEBRUARY, 1916. Siigk £w, II cnili. No. 4435 words
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Advertisement1055 1916-02-25 1 M.MAID sc SBd NATUEii For Cars on Hire EMPIRE "The Little Aristocrat Call at or ’phone (No. 694) to Georgetown Motor Garage 7\ Penang Road. iBANKS Chartered Bank of India. Australia and China. INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER. Just Unpacked A New Shipment of Motor and Cycle Accessories. Repairs of Motor1,055 words
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Advertisement17 1916-02-25 2 DRINK £k •iRECOGNISED BY CONNOISSEURS THE LEADING BRAND ON THE MARKET. SOLE AGENTS: KATZ BROTHERS, LTD., PENANG.17 words
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Article381 1916-02-25 3 Penang C. R.C. v. Straits Chinese FA. On the 8. R. C. ground yesterday evening says (Wednesday’s Free Free») before a record crowd, a fast and very interesting game of soccer was played between the teams of the Penang Chinese Recreation Club and the Straits Chinese Football381 words
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Article74 1916-02-25 3 Rubkr Auction. At the Eastern Produce Rubber Auction yesterday 60,004 lb. were offered for sale and 19,110 lb. sold at the following prices Diamond Smoked from $161 to $167 Plain Smoked $156,, $157j Lump Scrap $105 Loose Scrap 73 $105 Pressed Scrap 84 $89 Scrap Crepe $10774 words
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Article88 1916-02-25 3 [To The Editor of thb Straits Echo Dear Sir, Some little time ago I saw an advertisement in your paper announcing the amalgamation of the Sun Life and the Manufacturers’ Life Insurance Companies of Canada. Now I read in a Shanghai paper that the Canadian Government has88 words
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Article107 1916-02-25 3 P. C. C. vs Planters. The following teams will take part in tha cricket match which has been fixed for to-morrow at 11 a. to. on the Esplanade. gP. C. C.—R. T. Reid (Captain) C. G. May, V. G Ezechiel, G. C. Clarke, E. J. Bennett, H A.107 words
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Article144 1916-02-25 3 Ladies’ Monthly Medal. Tbe play for this competition for February resulted as follows Mrs Sproule 43 +4l 84—16=68 Mrs Dennys 48 46=94—24=70 Mrs Duxbury 41 49=90 —12=78 Mrs Winfield, Mrs Kinder, Mrs Macintyre, Mrs Large, Mrs Powell and Mrs Tomson also played but returned no score. Mrs144 words
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Article943 1916-02-25 3 TRIBOTE BY LORD CROMER Interesting Comparison. Reviewing in the Spectator a book entitled Java Past and Present” by Donald Maclaine Campbell, the well-known British statesman, Lord Cromer, writes Mr. Donald Maclaine Campell lived for twenty-three years in Java, where he had business connections. He was also943 words
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Advertisement431 1916-02-25 3 NOTICE OF SALE. JUDICIAL COMMISSIONER’S CIVIL APPLICATION NO. 07 OF 1915. NO AUN THYE OF TAIPING Cha HU A VERSUS g MALCOLM NALPON OF PENANG Chargor. ]n pursuance of an order made by the Judicial Commissioner, at Ipoh, dated the lOtb day of January. 1916. The undermentioned will dispose of431 words
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Advertisement391 1916-02-25 3 ML. ooi Bi?giif> c_—? Fabrique DE CIGARETTESEGYPTIENNES ERO FRERES •tfjjr BoutonXRouge ’lH2i #»o MASPERO PREftfcS L r P cAMifuft rfa*u»»en/«« AS VZSTm w FELUCCA FRfeRES Wr fABBIQUt PA« r MASPERO FrERESLi» DANS HUB MANUFACTURE AU u uw" '•'«"i/rAUUAC "w *j COMING! COMING!! COMING!!! The World’s longest serial The Exploits of391 words
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Article, Illustration94 1916-02-25 4 Pmbluihed dully (except Sunday» jnrialie holidftfi) AT TEB CEITEEION PEE 33, Ltd. No. 59. Beach Street, Perang PXICB. Daily Local m $24 per oansra. Outatition... Po«tsg« Extra. Hail Edition (Poet Free) $17.50 CABLB ADDEBSS ECHO—PENANG.” Telephone Not. Echo, 585 Printing Department 343 Pf.tt. —All kutiim rmauiintioii shonM94 words
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Article1373 1916-02-25 4 While it is satisfactory to nole that the “peace debite” initiated in the House of Commons by Mr. Snowden and Mr. Trevelyan collapsed ignomin'ously after a firm and statesmanlike declaration by the Prime Minister, it is a matter for real regret that tho subject was even broached.1,373 words
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Article942 1916-02-25 4 His Highness the Raj ill Muda of Sarawak is a passenger to Singapore on the Katori Mai u due to leave London next month, Mr. N- A. M. Griffio, cf the Kedah Police, who has been down with a sharp attack of fever lately, is paying a942 words
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Article936 1916-02-25 4 A Bad Policy. The charges for messages B nM v the Penang Wireless SUii oa ha™ > fixed at such an exorbitant rate »1 0 cannot imagine anybody male mg use‘of station except m circumstance, I 1 money is no object. W &«H Of Topieal Interest. To morrow936 words
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Advertisement159 1916-02-25 4 ESTATE X X ACETIC ACID. (European Japanese) Glacial White Glazed Forcelain Cups (TUMBLER SHA^E) SODIUM BISULPHITE IN I CWT. DRUMS White Enamelled Latex Pans SIZE IS'' cy 10' by 34" The “IDEAL” Latex Spouts. Wire Kails in «II Sizes. PRICES ON APPLICATION. THE EASTERN TRADING Co., f tMOOOOOOWMOOeOsMOOOOOOOM» sextos IMPORTERS159 words
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Article626 1916-02-25 5 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. BATTLE IN PROGRESS. British Operations. London, February 23. A (Britiab) communique states that artillery activity took place in the neighbourhood of the Labarce canal north east of Tpre*. The enemy’s position was considerably damaged. On our extreme we shelled working parties. Yesterday night626 words
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Article369 1916-02-25 5 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. NEWS FROM SANTA CRUZ. Madrid, February 23. An official announcement from Banta Crus (Teneriffa) states that the British steamer Wcatbum has put in at that port for repair, flying the German flig and with a prize crew on board, consisting of an officer369 words
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Article266 1916-02-25 5 Ai Appreciative Notice. In the course of an appreciative notice of the Chinese theatricals given bj the Penang Amateurs in Singapore, the morning paper in the Southern Settlement says As to the audience, the theatre last night was well packed with Chinese ladies and gentlemen. It266 words
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Article1680 1916-02-25 5 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. UNREPRESENTATIVE OPINION. London, February 24. Speaking in the House of Commons Mr. IP. Snowden (Labour Member for Blackburn) gave it as his opinion that the time was ripe for a movement towards peace. The German Socialists were, he said, solidly in favour1,680 words
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Article66 1916-02-25 5 The following articles will ba found on our outside pages: Page. 3.-»-The Dutch in Java. Football in Singapore. Eastern Produce Exchange. An Insurance Query. Tomorrow’s Cricket. Penang Golf Club. 6.—Straits-Born Chinese in Siam. Naval 1 Notes. Hints on Lawn Tennis. New War Weapons. Why the Allies went to Salonika.66 words
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Article72 1916-02-25 5 S. C. C. vs C. R. C. (From Our Own Correspondent). Singapore, February 25. Although the Singapore Cricket Club wor I by 2 goals to nil in the football match which I was played on the Esplanade yesterday, the I Penang team outclassed the Singapore I players72 words
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Article38 1916-02-25 5 (From Our Own Correspondent). Singapore, February 25. Messrs. Fraser Co’s, report slates that business was fair and there were a number I of bargains during the week. Dealings, I boweve-, were on a small scale.38 words
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Article71 1916-02-25 5 Annual General Meeting. C From Chir Own Correspondent Singapore, February 25. At the annual general meeting of the Singapore Golf Club it was decided that the present was not tho timo to take over portions of the Sporting Club which would mean an expenditure of $lO,OOO. H71 words
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Article543 1916-02-25 5 Ckiitu Detective Charged. J Before Mr. V. G. Ezechiel in the Third 1 Court this morning Leong Chan Chong, 1 D.P.C. 514, was charged with giving false information to a public servant, to wit, Inspector MacLernon, to the injury and r annoyance of one Low Seng by543 words
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Article93 1916-02-25 5 To-day's Quotations. Tin (unrefined) is quoted bore to day at $B9, buyers no sellers, in Singapore (refined) at sB9.B7business done (175 tons sold) and in London at .£lB2 spot and £lB2 15s. three months’ Bight. Wong Yu and Li Sin Chi were this morning arraigned before Mr. V. G.93 words
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Article331 1916-02-25 5 Mrs. Phillips, Hon. Secretary of the MinisteriDg Children’s League, has reoeivad I the following letter from the British Rsd I Cross Society British Red Crors Society. The Order of St. John of Jerusalem is England. Joint War Committee. Chairman: The lion. Arthur Stanley, M. Y. O, M.331 words
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Article373 1916-02-25 5 Meeting at Ipoh. (From Our Own Correspondent February, 25. I The public meeting convened at the Chinese Chamber of Commerce yesterday, Ito ascertain what amount of support the public are prepared to give to a F.M.S. War Loan, was well attended the speeches were fow and373 words
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Obituary50 1916-02-25 5 Obituary* Mr. H J. Hemtny. C From Our Own Correspondent)) Kuala Lumpur, February 25. A cable has been received at Kuala Lumpur announcing the death in England after a short illness of Mr. H. J. Hemmy, I surveyor and miner, and for many years a resident of Selangor and Pahang.50 words
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Article948 1916-02-25 6 Anniversary Dinner. On Saturday evening last, says the Bangkok Daily Mail of February 14, the members of the Bangkok Straits-Born Chinese Association celebrated the completion of the first year of its existence by means of a dinner at a house in the Surawangse road which had948 words
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Article648 1916-02-25 6 A Famous Plater’s Book on the Game. A considerable time is almost bound to elapse before lawn Tennis can regain its old hold on the affections of the Home public, but that it will come into its own again I there can be little or no648 words
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Article282 1916-02-25 6 To-day. Brandan, for Deli and Asahan, 10 a.m. Teiretiaa, for Port Swettenham, Singapore, China and Japan, 12.30 p-m. Hok Canton, for Port Swettenham and Singapore, 1.30 p.m. Van Stcoll, for Deli, T. Semawe, Segli, Olehleh, Sabang, Padang etc., Batavia, 3 p.m. Hebe, for Bagan Datoh and Teluk Anson,282 words
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Article914 1916-02-25 6 SPIKED BLUDGEONS AND GIANT FIRE CRACKERS. Bottle-Shaped Bombs. Some interesting details of novel instruments of war are given, says the Exchange Telegraph Company, by Mr. William G. Shepherd, special correspondent at Salonika of the United Press of America. He writes At last the men in the great914 words
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Article464 1916-02-25 6 The death of Sir John Rhys has deprived Oxford of a notable figure, for he was unique in more than one respect. To begin with, he was the only Head of an Oxford College in the long history of the University who had been Headmaster of an464 words
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Article276 1916-02-25 6 The Paris papers publish communications made by a prominent French authority explaining the role played by the Allies towards Greece. The Allies, be says, went to 1 Salonica with a view to helping Serbia, the ally of Greece, and in reply to the mobilisation276 words
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Article120 1916-02-25 6 PiHAiro, Fibbuaet 25. (By courtesy of the Chartered Bank.) London, Demand Bank 2/4/, 4 months' sight Bank 2/41 Credit 2/4} 8 Documentary 2/4* Oelentta, Demand Bank Rs. 174 8 days’ sight Private 17<J Bombay, Demand Bank 174 Monlmein, Demand Bank 173 8 days' sight Private 175 Madras Demand Bank120 words
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Article1133 1916-02-25 6 Neutral Power* and the Expected c Blockade. London, January 22. 1 1 There is a fairly general consensus of 1 1 opinion on both sides of the Atlantic that i the British Government have decided to substitute a declared blockade of enemy ports for the Orders in Council1,133 words
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Advertisement52 1916-02-25 6 Don't Risk Pneumonia. Get rid of every cold as quickly as possi* ble. It is the forerunner of all pulmonary trouble, and pneumonia may develop in a few hours. Take Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. It is a simple thing to do, but the effect is marvellous. For sale by all Dispensaries52 words
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Advertisement36 1916-02-25 6 A Forty Years’ TestChamberlain’s Cough Remedy has been curing coughs and colds for the past forty years and has gained in popularity every year. What better recommendation is required For sale by all Dispensaries and iere.36 words
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Advertisement80 1916-02-25 6 One test of WOODS’ GREAT PEPPERMINT CORE, would prove to you its aolid worth as a preventive medicine that should be in every family medicine cheat. Sold all over the world, its popularity is increasing every year, and, as you will know, it is not possible to keep selling a80 words
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Advertisement346 1916-02-25 6 For Children’s Hacking Cough at Night, Woods' Croat. Prppermint Cure, Is. fid. MOTOR-CAR WANTED. Two or four seater in good condition. Apply M, 86 c/o Straits Echo. GOVERNMENT OF KEDAH. WANTED an Immigration Clerk Interpreter; must have a good English and Tamil education, and be able to speak Malay; a346 words
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1939 1916-02-25 7 There are many people who jeer at the infallibility of the Pope, but find it quite easy to believe in the infallibility of the newspaper. Not that they are willing to take the word of any paper at random. Just as there have been1,939 words
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Advertisement718 1916-02-25 7 u 1016 $2.1. ELECTRIC LIOHTS ELECTRIC STARTER Model 85 Touring Car Roiliter (Price) $2|OBU W D 0 D /J o D o D A Beautiful Car Abounding in Comfort and Conveniences This newest Overland has a beautiful, long, low streamline body and beautifully curved cowl. From any angle it is718 words
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Advertisement73 1916-02-25 7 Don’t Cough. It is absurd to allow a cough to hang on and sap your vitality when Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy will cure you. You don’t know where a persistent cough will land you. You can’t afford to allow your throat and lungs to become diseased when it is such a73 words
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Advertisement59 1916-02-25 7 Harsh Purgatives, Salts and Castor Oil, are old fashion» ed remedies more drastic than safe. PINKĔTTES the tiny laxatives ensure the same results, but in a perfectly natural manner. They do not upset the stomaoh, nor gripe, but gently assist nature. Of chemists, 50 cents per phial, or post free59 words
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Article996 1916-02-25 8 Leslie Robertson - BY Leslie Robertson. A summer day in an Ionian isle. A little town of red-tiled houses interspersed with cypress trees nestling in the shelter of a fort upon a hill. A Greek flag waving listlessly from the fort in the warm summer breeze. Behind the town, stretching996 words
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Advertisement678 1916-02-25 8 3VOTICE3 LABOUR CODE. 1912. F.M.S. "Indian Immigration Fund Ordinance, 1911/’ Employers of Indian labour are hereby reminded that assessment returns for the preceding quarter must be sent to the Office of the Deputy Controller of Labour, Penang, during the months of April, July, October and January. Forms for the return678 words
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Advertisement81 1916-02-25 8 Beware of Colds. Children are much more likely to contract the contagious disease when they have colds. Whooping cough, diphtheria, scarlet fever and consumption are diseases that are often contracted when the child has a cold. That is why all medical authorities say beware of colds. For the quick cure81 words
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Advertisement129 1916-02-25 8 Penang Fret School Centenary, Some Old Frees are convening a meeting to be held at the School on Saturday, 26th inst., at 5 p m., to discuss celebrations for the forthcoming Centenary. All Old Frees are cordially invited. HUTTENBACH B™ C o. SOLE AGENTS FOR ROYAL TYPEWRITERS JHave much pleasure129 words
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Advertisement122 1916-02-25 8 NOTICES. The s.s. Hong Kheng, Captain J. Mason, is expected to arrive here from Rangoon on Saturday, the 26th instant, and will leave for the above ports on Monday, the 28th instant, at 4 p m. For Freight or passage apply to Messrs. CHIN HIN Cot., 63, Beach Street, Penang.122 words
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Advertisement98 1916-02-25 8 MOTOR CYCLES. B.8.A. Motor Cycle 41 H P, Cum-belt-Cbain Drive 3|H.P. Fixed Engine Premier Motor Cvcle 2| H P. Massey Harri6 Motor Cycle 3| H,P. Radeo Motor Cycle 2 Stroke 2\ H.P. Premier Motor Cycle 2f H.P. (2nd band) J E.S. Motor Cycle if H.P. Price $600-00 450-00 300-00 350-0098 words
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Article1022 1916-02-25 9 R. A. Scott-James - (By R. A. Scott-James.) It is refreshing to turn from the monotony of official reports and the meticulous aocuracy of despatches to the infinitely various military fairyland of Mr. H. G. Wells. He brings back to us the old, old days when with a sort of factitious1,022 words
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Article993 1916-02-25 9 A Revision of Views. The war at first sight may seem to be forcing us to revise all our conventions, even those fundamental ones that have got themselves called Spaoe and Time. Isn’t it, on our side, one of the needs of the struggle that we993 words
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Advertisement173 1916-02-25 9 I f a*-: k&gk. 3 vy*4 9 V* H 2? K. ,vT O-v» Sh 2 Cj Ssfci v% ‘■a* r* 3 o «*tt‘.t*.*r •:s LARGE REDUCTION IN PRICES. SEE 1916 PRICE LIST. L-4Bl.lAVX.->Tf,T.'-.T ±nrxx- u; c-3 SOLE AGENTS: ADAMSO GILFlLLA CO.. LTD m vvij (INCORPORATED IN ENGLAND) PENANG, SINGAPORE AND173 words
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Advertisement12 1916-02-25 9 For Children's Hacking Cough at Night, Woods’ Great Poppermint Care. Is. 6d,12 words
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Advertisement381 1916-02-25 9 The Anglo-Japanese Dispensary, 393 395, Chulia Street, PENANG. Qualified Japanese Doctor always in attendance. All kinds of Patent Medicines and Proprietary Articles held in Stock. Prescriptions carefully dispensed. Attention, Civility and Moderate Charges guaranteed. PLEASE GIVE US A TRIAL. Methylated Spirits. (QUALITY GUARANTEED). Wholesale Priee $6.00 per tin of 4381 words
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Advertisement1515 1916-02-25 10 P. O.—B. I. AND APCAR LINK (Incorporated in England.) Mail and Passenger Services. PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL SAILINGS. MAIL SERVICE. Homeward (for Europe.) Outward (for China and Japan*) Due Penang Steamer. Connecting with Mar. 4 Mar. 18 Apr. 2 Apr. 15 Apr. 29 May 13 May 27 June 10 June 241,515 words
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