Straits Echo, 27 March 1916
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Title Section36 1916-03-27 1 Straits Echo wt DAILY CHRONICLE OF EVENTS. CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT THE STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR EAST GENERALLY. VOL. 14. $24 Per Annum, PENANG, JftONDA*, 27th MARGii, 1916. Sinfle Coy, 10 cents. No. 70.36 words
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Advertisement1114 1916-03-27 1 m •V--i I&ED natuM M TYRES. (BRITISH MADE). Try help British Trade. You will be confident, if you try ROM TYRES, of their superiority in quality, reliability and durability. AGENTS: Georgetown Motor Garage >.-7 A i Penang Road. (TELEPHONE No. 694.) A ‘*v Motor 1 Car Importers and Stockists of1,114 words
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Advertisement32 1916-03-27 1 <s* Hi Sigs milk Ht f OR INFANTS <X lU *£< J 0f WHICH IS THE BEST C d,u KP* 61« SSL Ct 'Ons Vo* i sgL 3s 1 HiSfeSf s*i 5S§ ess32 words
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Advertisement16 1916-03-27 2 DRINK RECOGNISED BY CONNOISSEURS THE LEADING BRAND ON THE MARKET. SOLE AGENTS: KATZ BROTHERS, LTD., PENANG.16 words
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Article2031 1916-03-27 3 The Present Position of Turkey. These who are in touch with the current of military events knew fully a month ago that Erierum was doomed. Why the fall of a fortress should, as it appears to do, make a livelier impression on the public mind than the2,031 words
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Advertisement201 1916-03-27 3 HAWKINS and TIPSON, London, England. Contractors to H. M. Government. MANUFACTURERS OF Hemp and Wire Rope, Lines, Twines, Sailcloth, etc. Superior Navy Canvas No. O IM!o. 1. The Well-known Hercules and Globe Brand of Manila Rope. To be obtained from all first-olass Dealers. WHOLESALE ONLY FROM QUAH BENG KEB 41201 words
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Advertisement52 1916-03-27 3 Best Medicine Made. A better medicine can not bo 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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Advertisement560 1916-03-27 3 Debility When you feel limp and washed out, weary and fatigued with no inclination for exertion—your body is in a run-down condition—you are debilitated. You need something to put fresh "go” into you —you need a fortnight’s Iron ‘Jelloids’» treatment English price 1/1J). Unequalled as a tonic restorative, Iron ‘Jelloids’560 words
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Article1209 1916-03-27 4 Tuere arts several articles or more than usual interest in the current Edinburgh Review. One which will arrest the attention of the ordinary reader is “The Mobilisation of Industry for War,” by Dr A. Shadwell. This writer goes into considerable detail in showing the extent to which organisation1,209 words
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Article722 1916-03-27 4 Another Fiohtbe Presented. To the Editor of the Straits Echo. Sir, —Will you please allow me space in your columns to let it be known that the Malayan Squadron Air Fund is still open, aud will remain open during the continuance of the war. Arrangements722 words
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Advertisement576 1916-03-27 4 m is £s *V V/jni B»fe« i IIMfS t Y& M «k^ 'av i 1 I r V Here is New Health eS? New Life for the Ailing. If you who are Weak, Anaemic, 1 Nervy or Run down could realize what a short course of Wincarnis’ would mean to576 words
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Advertisement43 1916-03-27 4 Trouble Averted. That little cold and sore 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 Boon vanish. For sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.43 words
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Advertisement314 1916-03-27 4 THE EVER POPULAR HOUSEHOLD REMEDY Which has now borne the Stamp of Public Approval for OVER FORTY YEARS. ENO S ‘FRUIT SALT’ Pleasant to Take, Refreshing and Invigorating. IT IS VERY BENEFICIAL IN ALL CASES OF Biliousness, Sick Headache, Constipation, Errors in Diet—Eating or Drinking, Thirst, Giddiness, Rheumatic or Gouty314 words
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Article979 1916-03-27 5 Further Important War Measures Pb'jfceed. The new session of the Legislative Council commences on Friday next, the 31st instant, when several new measures are to be introduced and carried through to the final reading. The acting Colonial Secretary will move “that this Council approves a vote of $20,000979 words
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Article118 1916-03-27 5 The Kuala Lumpur cheas club tournament has almost reached the final heat. The results so far are as follows: First Heat. Alston beat Hockin. McLean Anderson. Emmanuel, Wyatt, AbeDsz, Chart, Armstrong, Grantham, King, Heap, Greening, Coleman, Parbury, Camidge, Joaquim, and Swettenham byes. Second Heat. Wyatt beat118 words
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Article696 1916-03-27 5 The Editor of the Malay Tribune. Dear Sir, —I found your article headed ‘‘Marital Matters,” published a day or two ago, very interesting indeed and so did many of my friends. No doubt the Chinese marital affairs could be greatly improved, for it is hard to see how696 words
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Advertisement351 1916-03-27 5 < id (/> a Id K < u Ld 0. (/> m z < z < X u 3 ID o V) CHANAMS V SI s »>\ r! SCOTCH WHISKY fk I M r SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT’ sjasss s SCOTCH ES pUCHANA^ S,?oow.^--= s' JAMES >2/ BO —i 3»BB351 words
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Advertisement360 1916-03-27 5 COMING COMING!! COMING!!) The World’s Longest Detective Serial The Exploits of Elaine in 72 Parts. Showing 28th March a Chinese comedy drama THE WEDDING in three massive reels. TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHT I! The Electric Polyscope Co., Lyceum Theatre, Argyll Road. 4 PARTS OXJTW I T T JE3 X> PARTS 4 A360 words
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Article490 1916-03-27 6 ;y~ VlOwrf BMIllf A. Pirtu sfntrfl ttit i Ttidmt lino.. There vu no infantry action bat there war an intermittent cannonade, east of the Meuse and in the Waevre. Good Artillery Practice. Oar artillery was aery active along the whole frent, canal lg explosions at several points.490 words
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Article, Illustration95 1916-03-27 6 rtbliihad daily (except Sundays wed pshlis holidays) AT THU CRITERION PRESS, Ltd. No. 59, Beach Street, Penang Faio*. Daily Local m« 924 psr M Omtstatien.., Postage Extra. Mail Edition (Post Free) 117.50 CABLE ADDBBBS ECHO—PENANG.” Telephone Not. Echo, SSB Printing Departncnt 343 N.J.— All hu»ia*M «•«■•.trsientioai e-souk!95 words
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Article1647 1916-03-27 6 Anybody who has lived for any length of time in this country and who has moved about at ail cannot fail to have been struck by the poor physique of a very largo proportion of the Tamil population. When the batches of coolies arrive from India1,647 words
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Article942 1916-03-27 6 Dr. J. 8. Rose is still confined to bed. Dr. Prosper St, Leger Liston has gone to Coonoor for a month’s holiday. Mr. G. H. Richards, of the F.M.S. P.W.D., is now serving as an officer in the Royal Engineers. Mr. W. Peel, Municipal President, who had942 words
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Article995 1916-03-27 6 The Falling Mark. Even the Germans admit that they hi got a bad mark among the nations. 1 Capua. Quite a number of warriors from tu U.S.V.R. camp at Taiping have bceo ‘j 8 ing the week-end m Penaug. W 0 a F to see them but we995 words
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Advertisement101 1916-03-27 6 Avoid cold and wet by wearing Gresham Waterproof Coat. Hw4pmliynpiMl ttSss* y by Winifrad by W Clark by Mrs Belloc Lucas Malet gic w*mm IBS -> i-m p *®spr ,pk%- 11 s* i. 1 •■'51 HBWBBHg» fTT« yTTTruY.l r*i .*1 i ':;M|K awaiM>-»Tr. .Miii?TTf f fr>l *>a 3 »-g '.V’101 words
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Article1405 1916-03-27 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. VERDUN BATTLE. The Thirtv-Third Day, London, March 24, 2.30 p.tu. A telegram from Paris says that a semiofficial statement remarks that the enemy’s intense artillery preparation on the whole front at Verdun indicates that more furious assaults than ever are imminent, but owing1,405 words
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Article796 1916-03-27 7 Copyright Telegram. (Reuter’s Service.) GERMAN RAIDER SUNK. Also British Auxiliary. London, March 25. The Admiralty announces that an engagement in the North Sea on February 29 between the armed German raider Qreif disguised as a Norwegian merchantman, and th 9 British merchaut-cruiser Alcantara resulted in the los3796 words
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Article838 1916-03-27 7 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. MANY STEAMERS SUNK. Channel Boat Torpedoed. London, March 24, 5.20 p.m. A Havre steamer and the Norwegian vessel Koning have been torpedoed in tho Channel without warning. The crews were saved. LondoD, March 24, 11.45 p.m. The cross-Channel steamer sunk was the Sussex,838 words
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Article76 1916-03-27 7 The following articles will bo found on our outside pages: Page. 3. —Erzerum and After. 4 —The Quarterlies. The Malayan Air Squadron Fund. 5. —Legislative Council. Chess at Kuala Lumpur. Chinese Marriages. 8. —Telegrams. Penang Catholic Benevolent Association. Cricket. For the Belgians.” M. F. A. Penang Volunteer Rifli Ciub.76 words
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Article519 1916-03-27 7 To-day’s Quotations. Tin (unrefined) is quoted hero to-day at $94.70, business done, and in Singapore (refined) at $95.50, business done (125 tons sold). The installation meeting of Makepeace Lodge, Singapore will be held on April 1. We have received from Mr. C. Alma Baker, the organiser, a complete list519 words
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Article579 1916-03-27 7 (Renter Service). Copyright Telegram. GREAT RUSSIAN ACTIVITY. Important Successes. London, March 23, 9.25 p.m. A telegram from Petrograd says that the main fighting front extends for sixty miles from the Drisviaty Lakes to Narotcb. A number of Caucasian regiments are taking part in the fighting. Experts say579 words
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Article820 1916-03-27 8 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. THE SH tCKLETON EXPEDITION. Aa Eztraordiaary Mishap. London, March 23. Reuter’s Agency states that Sir Ernest Sbackleton’s ship, the Endurance, is daily expected at Buenos Aires- If Sir Ernest Shackleton is not on board it means that he has probably succeeded in crossing the820 words
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Article738 1916-03-27 8 (Reuter’s Service.) Copyright Telegram. A COMPARISON. The Falling Mark. London, March 25. Reuter’s Agency learns that the official view of the relative position of British and German credit is that, whereas tbe depreciation in sterling is comparatively trivial, the mark has fallen between 25 and 30738 words
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Article239 1916-03-27 8 Reid’s XI Beat May’s XL The cricket match between May’s XI and Reid’s XI which was played on the Esplanade on Saturday afternoon resulted in a win for the latter team by seven wickets and 26 runs. May’s XI went in first and compiled a total of 80 towards239 words
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226 1916-03-27 8 Proposed Rules Passed. A meeting of the members of the Roman Catholic Community of Penang was held at the Parish Hall yesterday morning for the purpose of confirming and passing the proposed rules and regulations of the Penang Catholic Benevolent Association. There were present Mr. J.226 words
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Article318 1916-03-27 8 To-DAT. Ban Whatt Soon, for Deli, 1 p.m. De Klerk, for T. Serna we, Segli, Sabang Olehleh etc.. PadaDg, 2 p.m. Benoa, for Langea, 2 p.m. Ban Fo Soon, for Dindings, Sitiawan, Baean Datoh and Teluk Anson, 2.30 pm. Un Peng, for Pulau Langkawi, Perlis and S-tul, 3.30318 words
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Article276 1916-03-27 8 Penang beat Caledonia. A strong team of golfers, representing the Caledonia Golf Club, played the Penang Golf Club yesterday morning. The weather conditions were very good and the series of Bingles and foursomes match which were played proved to be very interesting. The singles resulted in a run-away276 words
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Article160 1916-03-27 8 A correspondent writing on the progress made in the construction of the Kedah Railway, states that the line is now opeD, and trains running, to Kubang Tiga, 35 miles from Alor Star towards Siamese frontier. Considering that the line up to Alor Star was only opened to160 words
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Article223 1916-03-27 8 Contributed Syed Mahomed Agil, J.P., a leading citizen and President of Mahomedan Advisory Board, Singapore, accompanied by his brother Syed Ahmed and suite arrived today per s.s. Klang from Singapore. There was a gathering of the Arab community and Penang Moslems at the wharf to welcome him.223 words
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Article443 1916-03-27 8 For the Belgians.” There was a packed and well-pleased house at the Town Hall on Saturday evening when the “Tableaux Vivants” organised by Mr. and Mrs Wrigbt-Motion in aid of the destitute Belgians were presented for the second time. The financial result of the two evenings’ entertainment will, we understand,443 words
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Article48 1916-03-27 8 Following are the Agenda for to-morrow’s meeting of the Municipal Commission 1. Minutes of last meeting to be read and confirmed. 2. Any special business the President may bring forward. 3. Questions. 4 Some bills to be passed. 5 Application to join Provident Fund. 6. Plans.48 words
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Article33 1916-03-27 8 Owing to rain, the fortnightly Handicap Shoot fixed for Saturday afternoon did not take place. This shoot will take place in April instead, time and date being notified later.33 words
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Article301 1916-03-27 8 Cup-Ties A perfectly equil match, on Sunday, resulted in Muthibol Ahzau disposing of Sabrul Jamil and reaching the Semi-Finals by one goal to nil. Referee Mr. M. Shafee. Again no result was obtained between Stia Persenangan and Jamathol Horea, on Saturday, and these will meet for the301 words
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Article88 1916-03-27 8 Afttual General Meeting, C From Our Own Correspondent.') At the annual f*, pTl C ent The financial position of the Club reported to be highly satisfactory t Chairman remarking that they paying off their Government loar On the motion of Mr. J. A. S. Jennings it was decided88 words
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Article117 1916-03-27 8 Annual General Meeting. C From Our Own Correspondent Ipob, March 26. At the annual general meeting of the P. M. S. Chamber of Mines Mr. E. J Vallentine was elected President and Mr. J H. Attenborough, Vice-President. It was decided to hold two council meetings yearly117 words
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Article116 1916-03-27 8 Penang, March 27. (By courtesy of the Chartered Bank.) London, Demand Bank 2/4/, 4 months’ sight Bank 2/4| 3 Credit 2/4J 3 Documentary 2/4* J Calcutta, Demand Bank Rs. 174 3 days’ sight Private 176 Bombay, Demand Bank 174 Moulmein, Demand Bank 173 3 days’ sight Private 175 Madras116 words
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Advertisement11 1916-03-27 8 Fur Chronic Chest Complaints, Weed»’ Great Peppermint On re li, €d11 words
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Advertisement212 1916-03-27 8 With a sore throat it is often sheer agonj to speak a word. That is the timo when WOODS’ PEPPERMINT CORE proves its worth. Take a teaepoonful, swallowing it gradually, then an hour after use a little Peppermint Cure in warm water as a throat gargle. The relief will be212 words
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Obituary59 1916-03-27 8 Obituary. Lord Searsdale. LondoD, March 23. The death is announced of the Rev. Baron Scarsd ale. [Born in 1831 the Rev. Alfred Nathaniel Holden Cutzod, 4th Baron Searsdale, was educated at Rugby and Oxford and became Rector of Kedleston in 1856. He married in the same year Blanche, daughter of59 words
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Article1028 1916-03-27 9 It is a matter for extreme satisfaction that we are able to publish the draft of an Ordinance to amend the Reserve Force and Civil Guard Ordinance iu such a way as to give to the military authorities tho power to make such an effective use of that1,028 words
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Article952 1916-03-27 9 Singapore Dob» the Wagging. To the Editor or the Straitt Timet. Sir, —In your issue of the 21»t inst, under the heading of “Trade in Singapore,” at the Chamber of Commerce annual meeting, I was greatly surprised to read the following statement made by the952 words
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257 1916-03-27 9 Thiu men and women who would like to increase their weight with 10 or 15 pounds of healthy “stay there” fat should try eating a little Sirgol with their meals for a while and note results. Here is a good test worth257 words
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Advertisement476 1916-03-27 9 I I tag» I i 8 1 I FA .:srs/-5. 7 C\ i &ii o I i fmgfA *SW'm '< <1 8 I "*--v I R 0 6 I I 8 I I e o I AMSTEL BEER This Beer is pasteurised and will thus keep good for a considerable476 words
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Advertisement12 1916-03-27 9 For Children’s Hacking Comgh at Night. Weeds’ Great Peppermint Cere, 1». W,12 words
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Advertisement47 1916-03-27 9 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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Advertisement338 1916-03-27 9 Knife-like Pains The sharp, shooting pains, the intense agony of Sciatica,, often make death preferable to life. The fiery darts that run from hip to heel, the sleepless nights, the cheerless days—why not STOP all this and get back to health and comfort again Little’s Oriental Balm is the I’Qstknown338 words
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Article1025 1916-03-27 10 Reference was made at the annual meeting of the Burma Chamber of Commerce to the position of alien enemies after the war. The subject is one that need to be kept constantly in mind, as unless there is a distinct public opinion, clear and definite on1,025 words
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Article1020 1916-03-27 10 Mb. Arnold Bbnnbtt’s Svudy ow Mb. Asquith. i Urged thereto by the G. B. 8.” outburst in a recent New Statesman Mr. Arnold Bennett contributes to the Daily News an interesting sketch of tho Prime Minister I have to begin with the disastrous b admission that Mr.1,020 words
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Advertisement75 1916-03-27 10 A Family Necessity. Every family should be provided with Chamberlain’s Pain Balm at all times. Sprains may be cured in much less time when promptly treated. Lame back, lame shoulder, pains in the side and chest and rheumatic pains are some of the diseases for which it is especially valuable.75 words
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Advertisement213 1916-03-27 10 HUTTENBACH B,„« C o. SOLE AGENTS FOR TYPEWRITERS Have much pleasure in announcing the arrival of THE NEW MODEL No. 10. n 7i «mi, ami m ■'v. i Jii ms I .JWWBJS Va DBS S8 '/«cm 4m &&0Ĕ if 1 Hr r? -w 2 it 6 'Aik T* o PRICE213 words
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Article2165 1916-03-27 11 Hal - By Hal. On* of the most striking and, as a moment’s thought will show, one of the most valuable elements in the character of Thomas Atkins is his good-humoured adaptability to the most outlandish conditions of his service. He grumbles—or, as he would say, he grouses”—like any other2,165 words
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Article191 1916-03-27 11 Some people enjoy cold weather and take annual trips to cold countries in order to enjoy the pleasures of winter sports; the keen air calls the pink to their cheeks and the red to their lips. Others shrink from cold and turn blue at the191 words
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Advertisement61 1916-03-27 11 A Life Saver. It is safe to Bay that Chamberlain’s Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy has saved the lives of more people and relieved more suffering than any other remedy in existence. It is known all over the civilized world for its speedy cures of cramps in the stomach, diarrhoea61 words
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Advertisement316 1916-03-27 11 Medicines Just Unpacked The Penang Rubber Stamp Co, beg to announce to tbeir patrons and many interested customers that they have now received a large fresh shipment of medicines from The Swasthya Sahaya Pharmacy, Calcutta, and cordially solicit their further esteemed orders. ur»>nrowrir— cr THE MONTHLY LITER4RY AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPLEMENT316 words
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