Straits Echo, 20 March 1916
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Title Section35 1916-03-20 1 Straits Echo DAILY CHRONICLE OF EVENTS. CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT THE .STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR BAST GENERALLY. VOL. 14. $24 Per Annum. PENANG, MONDAY, 20th MAJLtt.il, 1916. Single Ctpj, 10 cents. No. 64.35 words
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Advertisement1083 1916-03-20 1 1! UZED NATUM For Cars on Hire BANKS M l Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China. EMPIRE 'The Little Artilnr.i?\ Call at or ’phone (No. 694) to Georgetown Motor Garage 7 A Penang Road. Just Unpacked A New Shipment of Motor and Cycle Accessories. Repairs of Motor Cars and1,083 words
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Advertisement26 1916-03-20 1 &&S MILKfSI ~f T FOR «nfahts cwu^^r 0F WHICH IS THE BBT CO^ >to JO 0 at K !S1 u* c jriST. *et* 1 Mi in*-26 words
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Advertisement17 1916-03-20 2 DRINK NMSKY RECOGNISED BY CONNOISSEURS THE LEADING BRAND ON THE MARKET. SOLE AGENTS: KATZ BROTHERS, LTD., PENANG.17 words
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Article1245 1916-03-20 3 President Wimob s Foreign Policy. The day will certainiy come when President Wilson's policy will be absolutely vindicated."—Colonel House. By J Coudurier de Chassaigne. We had been discussing at length the feelings of the Allies towards President Wilson when Colonel House ex laimed I cannot tell you1,245 words
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Article707 1916-03-20 3 It is curious tint the fashion of growing j a beard, to which there was an allusion in J this paper a day or two ago, has not become i more general, seeing that it is the personal example set by the present monarch of England and his707 words
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Advertisement257 1916-03-20 3 I RUNNYMEDE HOTEL, Teleohone Nos. 635 R 541 tv 1 M m m m Telephone Nos. 635 8 543. 5 T'grsphio Address Runnymede Hotel.” Manager J The Most Select Situation on Z Terms: Single rooms from $5 per day upwards Double rooms from $e per da/ upwards' I*OP Monthly terms257 words
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Advertisement10 1916-03-20 3 For Chronic Chest Complaints, WWV Great Peppermint One 1« fid10 words
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Advertisement506 1916-03-20 3 I Lassitude is a feeling of weariness, depression, fatigue, which affects equally men, women and child' ren, and it is most important that these signs of a run-down condition be not neglected. Neglect may easily lead to more serious ailments. Therefore if you are feeling exhausted, slack and depressed, don't506 words
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Article852 1916-03-20 4 Two Mysterious Deaths at Teluk Anson. Some concern has been felt daring the past few days over reports received from Teluk Anson that two deaths had recurred there from plague. This scourge is as yet unknown to the States, at any rate nobody can remember a case occurring852 words
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Article1407 1916-03-20 4 POSIiION OF THE SINGAPORE TRADE. Possibility of a Whiskey Stoppage. Hotel proprietors in Singapore, if not throughout tbe Straits Settlements and the F.M.S., are seriously considering what action should be taken in view of the rise in the cost of liquor. It is well-known locally that there1,407 words
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Advertisement317 1916-03-20 4 The New Lever Pocket Self-Filling faterfflan'sIWFountaijiPfeD That little lever fills the pen in a moment. Ask any up-to-date Stationer or Jeweller to show you this latest model of a world-famous pen. ALLEN DENNYS <& CO.. Penang, J RUBBER BROKERS, PROPRIETORS OP THE PENANG RUBBER AUCTION ROOMS. SALES HELD EVERY TUESDAY317 words
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Advertisement75 1916-03-20 4 The sudden changes of temperature that occur towards evening are liable to produce that nasty sneezing and snivelling sensation known as a cold in the head. A swift and certain remedy for this disorder is WOODS’ GREAT PEPPERMINT CURE, A teaspoonful dose immediately the trouble is felt, followed by one75 words
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Advertisement331 1916-03-20 4 Methylated Spirits. (QUALITY GUARANTEED). Wholesale Price $6.00 per tin of 4 gallons. Retail Price 30 cents per quart bottle OBTAINABLE AT CHEAHKEE EE&CO., 56, CHINA STREET, PENANQ mm. vtn an———— The Eastern United Assurance i Corporation Ltd. Head Office: SINGAPORE. The undersigned has been appointed A cent for the above331 words
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Article737 1916-03-20 5 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. Austrian Futility. London, March 19. An official announcement states that a further Austrian Note alleges that the the compulsory repatriation of Austrians from India contravenes the AngloAustrian agreement for the repatriation of British and Austrian subjects, and re-affirms its intention of holding Great Britain737 words
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Article129 1916-03-20 5 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. London, March 17. Mr. H. H. Asquith and Lord Curzon, who recently fractured his arm, are improving. Mr. Austen Chamberlain, who was down with influenza, is now much better. Standard” Ceases Publication. London, March 17. The Standard has ceased publication. London —Later. The newspapers129 words
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Article774 1916-03-20 5 Native Sub-Warder Sentenced. Before Mr. V. G Ezechiel in the Third Court on Saturday a Tamil Sub-warder of the criminal prisons, named Govinda Raju, was charged with conveying letters out of the prisons. The accused claimed trial and Inspector Alexander conducted the case for the prosecution.774 words
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Advertisement1078 1916-03-20 5 WAIVTED. -rTTANTED a competent typist \Y preferably with a knowledge of l thaoH. Send in applications and to PRE3GRAVE A MATTHEWS. 1’™ •wanted. TUTOR for parit Buntar. mensem. STRING Sal \ry BAND at $50 per Apply T. L. 129 ENG, Parit Bunlar. PENANG LIBRARY. rWE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING I of1,078 words
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Advertisement457 1916-03-20 5 ST C o 2* /0 < o* V <0 c? X A> x %x<\ s> \> c> V 0 '0 A 5? 'V; if /> <24? &£> COMING! COMING!! COMING.'! The World’s longest Detective Serial The Exploits of Elaine in 72 Parts. TO-NIGHT TO-NIGHT! The Electric Polyscope Co., Lyceum Theatre,457 words
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Article, Illustration99 1916-03-20 6 4*mbliitod d&ilj (sxccpt Sundays %&«i pshlic holidays) AT TKB CRITERION PRESS, Ltj>. No. 59. Beach Street, Penang 7uc& Daily Local M 924 per «jeja-zrx Ovtatation.M Postage Extra. Mail Edition (Post Frao) 917.50 CABLI ADDBIIB ECHO—PENANG.” Telephone Nos. Echo, 580 Printing Department 345 N 6 All buaiaaaa aaaMunicmtioaa99 words
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Article1256 1916-03-20 6 It is satisfactory to note that the British campaign in Erst Africa is meeting with full support from the people of the Union of South Africa. For this we have largely to thank the South African General, our erstwhile foe, who his succeeded Sir Horace Smith-Dorrien1,256 words
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Article49 1916-03-20 6 To-day's Quotations. A special wire to the Eastern Produce Exchange gives the following prices in the Pale Crepe 3/4J. Diamond Smoked Sheet 3 /4j. ’Tin (unrefined) is quoted here to-day at $93. buyers no sellers, and in Singapore (refined) at $93.75, business done (105 tons sold).49 words
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Article906 1916-03-20 6 Inspector J. Dunne, of Bukit Mertajam, is an mmate of the General Hospital, i Lieut. William Gordon Bennett, r. n. r., is appointed a magistrate for the settlement of Singapore. Mr. W. Frew is Worshipful Master-Elect of Lodge Kinta. The installation ceremony takes place on Saturday, April906 words
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Article993 1916-03-20 6 The Politeness of Princes. A little effort on the part of the F M n Railways to observe reasonable punctu&ii?’ j would be much appreciated by the S«! T f t The hunch «hSuM W” 8 r.ai at 12.04 this morning did no. for Penang till Uooty minute,993 words
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Advertisement457 1916-03-20 6 The Best Possible Value Obtainable. A go d slot k of (T% Ladies»’Sunshades just received, plain and fancy. Plain sunshade, black mercerised silk, mounted handles, assorted designs, Trice $1.50, $1.75 A $2.50 each. Fancy Sunshade, mercerised sateen, floral designs and stripes in Rose, Myrtle, Green and Brown Borders. PRICE $1.90457 words
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Article1267 1916-03-20 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright TELEGRAM. STRONG ATTACK REPULSED. Heavy Enemy Losses. LcmdoD, March 17, 1.15 a.m. Paris communique states that west of tbe Mouse, after a very violent bombardment on our front from Bethincourt to Cumiĕrer, the Germans in the afternoon strongly attacked our positions ,t Morthomme. Waves1,267 words
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Article634 1916-03-20 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. BOMBS ON DOVER AND DEAL. London, March 19, 10.55 p.m. Two German seaplanes appeared off Dover in the afternoon, flying at a height of from five to six thousand feet. The first aeroplane arrived at 1.57 p.m. and dropped six bomba in the634 words
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Article453 1916-03-20 7 (Reuter Service). Copyright Telegram. NEW TAXATION. Food Problem Difficult. Amsterdam, March 17. In introducing the German Budget. Dr Helfferich announced the necessity of new taxation to the amount of five hundred million marks. He admitted that the food problem was more difficult and emphasised that the new war453 words
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Article631 1916-03-20 7 (Reuter’s Service) Copyright Telegram. OUTCRY IN HOLLAND. Further Details. Flushing’, March 17. It was very dark and there was a heavy sea running when the explosion, which smashed some lifeboats, took place on the Dutch liner Tubantia. The passengers were thrown out of their bunks. Every one behaved631 words
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Article84 1916-03-20 7 (Reuter Service.) Copyright Telegram. London, March 19. It is officially announced that H. R. H. the Prince of Wales has arrived in Egypt as Staff Captain on the Staff of the Commander-in-Chief of the Mediterranean Expeditionary Forcr. Concerning Ntiri Bey. Press Bureau Aaaouacemeat. London, March84 words
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246 1916-03-20 7 Wo have received tlw? following wire from Mr. Alma Baker’; 16 Aeroplanes, the minimum number required for a Squadron as defined bj the War Office, have now been presented to His Majesty’s Government by the people of Malaya, namely, one flight of 4 Fighters and246 words
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Article174 1916-03-20 7 Arrangements are now practically complete for the Tableaux Vivacts and Dance which is to take place on Thursday and Saturday of this week, namely the 23rd and 25th inst. We are given to understand that the Tableaux, which are about 20 in number, are particularly interesting174 words
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Article116 1916-03-20 7 The second session of the Assizes opened this morning in tho Supreme Court before Mr. Justice PJ. Sproule. There are al* together four cases for trial, two being murder cases, one of gang robbery and one of forgery, The first case heard was that against Ong Lang, who was116 words
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Article80 1916-03-20 7 Tho following articles will bo found on our outside pages: Page. 3. —Col. House Interviewed- Face Fungus” 4. —Neutrals and Sea-Power. 5. —Breach of Prison Law. 8 —F. M. S. Constitution. F. M. 8. Rubber Exports Duty, The Drink Question. Para Rubber Exports. F. M. A. Revd. F. W.80 words
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Obituary174 1916-03-20 7 Obituary. Frank Danby." London, March 18. The death has taken place of tie wellknown novelist Frank Danby (Mre. Julia Frankau). [Who's who says Frank Danby, (Mre. Julia Frankau); b. 30 July 1864; father an artist; m. 1883, Arthur Frankau (d. 1904), merchant; three p. one d. Educ,: at home by174 words
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Article1238 1916-03-20 8 Presintation or an Addnss. England House,” the residence of the Hon. Mr. R. Young was the scene of a happy gathering of the members of the Anglican community on Saturday evening on the oocasion of the presentation of an addreas and a purse to Rev. and1,238 words
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Article197 1916-03-20 8 Mens’ Monthly Mbdal rox March, 1916. The play for this competition resulted as follows E R. Henderson 44+41=85 9=76 T S. F. B. Mar- C 1 01 tin 36 40=76 Scr. 77; T. E. Winfield 48 44=92-14=78 T. S Nash 49 +42 91-12 =79 C. C. Rogers197 words
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Article114 1916-03-20 8 To-day. Perak (E. S. Co for Port Swettenham, Malacca and Singapore. 10.30 a m. Perlis, for Trang, Tongkah, and Pang Nga, 1 p.m Baud, for Singapore. 2.30 p.m. Ban Fo Soon, |for Dindings, Sitiawan, Bae iu Datoh and Teluk Anson, 230 p.m Un Peng, for Pulau Langkawi, Perlis114 words
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Article71 1916-03-20 8 The March Monthly Medal Competition, 200 yards handicap, was held at the Swimming Club on Sunday morning with the following result:— Start. Ist S. A. Yell 6 seconds 2nd G. M. Terzano Scratch 3rd W. H Threlfall 18 seconds There were 8 starters and Mr. Yell won71 words
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Article31 1916-03-20 8 The output of Kampoug Kamunting Tin Dredging Limited for the first half of this month was Treated 82,000 cubic yards Tin oxide won 6A1.49 piculs Realised net $3%, 163.8031 words
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Article1370 1916-03-20 8 ARTICLE BY MR. JUSTICE INNES. Solving Difficult ins. The January number of the Journal of the Society of Comparative Legislation contains an article from the pen of Mr. Justice Innes under the heading Some Notes on the Constitution and Legislation of the Federated Malay States.” The article deals1,370 words
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Article69 1916-03-20 8 For the period from March 24 to 30, inclusive, the value of the highest grade ot rubber is fixed at 3s. 7d. per lb., and the duty on cultivated rubber on which export duty is leviable ou an ad valorem basis in accordance with the rules69 words
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Article155 1916-03-20 8 Before Mr. R. Scott, in the Ipoh Magistrate’s Court, on Tuesday, M’. C. Cox. of Klabang estat Q Chemor, charged a Chinese riksha coolie from Chemor with conveying liquor to the Tamil tindal of the estate. Mr. J. McCabe Reay, Deputy Public Prosecutor, made a special appearance155 words
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Article124 1916-03-20 8 We are indebted to Messrs. Barlow and Company for the following statistics of the export of Para rubber from the four ports of the Peninsula for varying periods from January 1, 1916. The quantities are stated in lbs., with the figures for the corresponding periods of the124 words
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Article147 1916-03-20 8 Crescent Star made short work of the Sungei Piuang plajers on Saturday, in the Cup-Ties The favourites never got going, and the winners evidently had got into practice sooner than their opponents as a result of their matches with Balik Pulau and the P. C. C. Result:—Crescent147 words
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Article1379 1916-03-20 8 Annual General Meeting. The Seventh Annual General Meeting of the Menglembu Lode Syndicate, Ltd., was held at the Chamber of Commerce on Saturday afternoon with Mr. W. H. Thorne, in the chair. There were also present Messrs. A. S. Anthony, Allen Dennys, J. CrabbWatt, H. Muir,1,379 words
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Advertisement47 1916-03-20 8 Rob It In. A good many people think rheumatism and not be cured without taking nauseous medicine. Chamberlain’s Pain Balm massaged thoroughly into the skin has cured far more rheumatism than any internal remedy in existence and gives relief quicker. For sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.47 words
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Advertisement423 1916-03-20 8 NOTICE OF SALE BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE,! The uudersigned is instructed to take possession and put up for sale by PUBLIC AUCTION, TO THE HIGHEST BIDDERS On Monday, the 27th day of March, 1916, AT 2 P.M. At Ay»r Etam Police Station, Penang, The undermentioned property of Lim Tuah423 words
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Article1645 1916-03-20 9 Iu view of the torpedoing of two Dutch liners, and the outcry iu Holland the following article by Mr. Claud Mullins in the December number of the United Empire Review is interesting The diplomatic correspondence which has passed between the British aud American Governments has made at1,645 words
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Article243 1916-03-20 9 Good Advice fob Thin Folks. The trouble with most thin folks who wish to gain weight is that they insist on drugging their Rtomach or stuffing it, with greasy foods; rubbing on useless flesh creams,” or following some foolish physical culture stunt, while the243 words
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Advertisement365 1916-03-20 9 X,) J W m J c- i AJ,*ifc£j85« r*c <-%wi 7/. J; >.;v T) -> <-«■ S' rv»-» W*l TED SILVER BULLETS. IS YOUR NECESSARY EXPENDITURE ASSISTINC THE OLD COUNTRY? REMEMBER THAT 90£ of our materials comes direct from British sources. Over 99 cents out of each Dollar you pay365 words
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Advertisement43 1916-03-20 9 Trouble Averted. That little cold and eoro throat of yours must be checked at, once or it may develop into something worse. Take a few doses of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy and your troubles will soon vanish. For sale by ali Dispensaries and Dealers.43 words
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Advertisement134 1916-03-20 9 for sale. Guide to Penang, BT THE LATB E. F. Skertchiy, f.e.s. Price -5 O cents. Worth a Dollar a copy-' BOLD AT ‘•STRAITS ECHO” OFFICE. gmancn——————— 1 EUROPEAN AGENCY. WHOLESALE Indents promptly executed at lowest cash prices for all Kinds of British and Continental goods, including:— Books and Stationery,134 words
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Advertisement291 1916-03-20 9 The Oispsnsaor, 393 395, Chuiia 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. Medicines Just Unpacked. The Penang Rubber Stamp Co. beg to announce to291 words
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Article938 1916-03-20 10 Lieutenant J. S - SOME AMU8ING STORIES. By Lieutenant J. S. One frightfully hot day the flies in the trenches were swarming in my raids Everything, including the food, was covered with them. Tobacco smoke was no use. The quartermaster had requisitioned a lar R e number of flypapers. Now,”938 words
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Article967 1916-03-20 10 A Queer French View or thi SUBMARINE. It is not a little surprising to learn, through the Paris correspondent of the Naval and Military Record, that a French writer on naval affairs who appears also to hold some sort of post in the Admiralty of our A Hiss,967 words
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Advertisement52 1916-03-20 10 Best Medicine Made. A better medicine can not be made than Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. It relieves the lungs, opens the secretions, aids expectoration and assists nature in restoring the system to a healthy condition. Besides, it contains no opiates and is perfectly safe to take. For sale by all Dispensaries52 words
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Advertisement219 1916-03-20 10 HUTTENBACH B™, C o. SOLE AGENTS FOR ROYAL TYPEWRITERS Have much pleasure in announcing the arrival of THE NEW MODEL No. 10. r>; ESI «mi h ir:k msgtimfr jiMiinrm. j 1 •CM ilRtlfimi y? 4 urimnffl mm: 58SI Mk Hr If ij TW ip 2 71 4 iVPCw Riterc PRICE219 words
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Article2145 1916-03-20 11 I Almost everyone who possesses a voice louder than mouse’s squeak has been raising it to an unwonted pitch during one or another crisis of the war in order to tell us how, in his opinion, the war may be brought to a speedy and triumphant2,145 words
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Article177 1916-03-20 11 Forty is the age of greatest effort with most people. Vitality is used up at the most rapid pace. Often the struggle in work or business produces nerve strain, or the failure to succeed causes worry, nervous breakdown, neurasthenia. Middle-aged people find that they cannot run as177 words
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Advertisement149 1916-03-20 11 ACKA Y’S LIQUEUR (THE ORIGINAL BRAND) AS SUPPLIED TCI THU House of Lords AND House of Commons. I*-* :f!M jgoaicnKc 50LE AGENTS: ADAMSON, GILF8LL 0., IT ■f (INCORPORATED IN ENGLAND) PENANG, SINGAPORE AND MALACCA. i aaiBHwaBRWJ fO< '0*1 8 i European Acetic Acid i GLACIAL 99 I i Sulphate of149 words
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Advertisement11 1916-03-20 11 For Children’» Hmckin# Coagh *t Night W*odi‘ Gr«*» PepptUo*int o»re, 6«11 words
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Advertisement515 1916-03-20 11 The Best Advice To give to a person suffering from Headache or Neuralgia is to use a remedy that will give instant relief. Like a touch of the wizard’s wand Little’s Oriental Balm acts on these painful disorders. The effects are eirr.ply marvellous. Oue application and the pain subsides as515 words
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