Straits Echo, 26 December 1916
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Title Section35 1916-12-26 1 Straits Echo DAILY CHRONICLE OF EVENTS, CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT THE STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR EAST GENERALLY VOL. 14. $24 Per Annum. PENANG, TUESDAY, 26th DECEMBER, 1916. Single Copy, 10 cents No. 302*35 words
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Advertisement1064 1916-12-26 1 II AW AID ft I m lilSD NATUBdi Chinese New Year < BANKS Send your Motor Cars and Carriages to us for painting and varnishing. An expert painter has been engaged from Hongkong. Torpedo body or Motor Vans built to order A Fleet of English and American Cara for hire1,064 words
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Advertisement23 1916-12-26 2 DRINK ECOGNISED BY CONNOISSEURS the LEADING BRAND on the MARKET. SOLE AGENTS: KA i Z BROTHERS, LTD., (Incorporated in the Straits Settlements.) PENANG.23 words
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911 1916-12-26 3 (Under »S. R, A. Rules of Racing.) RACE DAYS: FIRST DAY Tuesday, 16th January, 1917. SECOND DAY Thursday, 18th January, 19)7. THIRD DAY Saturday, 20th January, 1917. FIRST DAY. Tuesday, 16th January, 1917. 1 The Opening 6takeb. Value $500. A Selling Handicap for911 words
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Article1135 1916-12-26 3 Th* Call to Aexs. There are men of the right military age in Malaya who are not required for the detence of the Colony. That is the pith of a state ment made by Major-General Ridout as the result of very careful consideration which haa been1,135 words
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Article1069 1916-12-26 3 Age does not wither the popularity of I "The Mistletoe Bough,” and every ChristI mas some one listening to the strains of the popular melody is sure to ask if the «tory is true, and if so who is the “young Lovel referred to. Like many1,069 words
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Advertisement395 1916-12-26 3 Entries Close ,l \£”„°hi F b© a before Wednesday, the 10th January, 1917. Any owners wishing to enter for more than one Griffin other oonD»v, «in do so on payment of $10 Entrance Fee fer each extra Race, provided the other oon ditions of the Race are complied with. into395 words
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Advertisement12 1916-12-26 3 For Ctilden’* H»ckiog Ctngh at NigLt, Wood*’ Great Peppermint Cure. Ib. 6d.12 words
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Advertisement473 1916-12-26 3 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 t473 words
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Article2943 1916-12-26 4 (From Our Oxen Correspondent.') a Rumania’s Plight London, November 17. 1 j The heavy rains and generally inclement 11 weather which handicapped the British and 1 1 French in their advance in the Somme area 1 1 although they have made good progress 1 1 since2,943 words
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Advertisement461 1916-12-26 4 The Post, Telephone, Telegraph-and-Whiteaway, Laidlaw' Co., Ltd., are at YOUR Service. Post Card. Phone Message, or a Wire will bring you by return—gratis and post free—a copy of our illustrated Catalogue. THE “QUICK-BOIL/’ BEATRICE BLUE FLAMS STCVE. This Stove i3 considered to be the best of its kind upon the461 words
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Advertisement54 1916-12-26 4 Cnaecemry Words. Why waste words and advertising space in *b» m«oy points of merit in Chamberlana Cough Remedy? The most fastidious are satisfied when we state that 11 a U Ju ld8 and from any cause, and that it contains absolutely no narcotics or injurious substances. For sale by all54 words
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Advertisement44 1916-12-26 4 The Best Covgh Medietas, Chamberlain’s Cough remedy is largest selling cough medicine in the world to-day because it doe 9 exactly what a cough medicine is supposed to do. It stops cougbi and ©olds speedily and effectually. For sal* by all dispensaries and dealers,44 words
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Article1736 1916-12-26 5 Mr. A. Grant M-tckie has been on a visit to Penang. Mr. G. A. Hereford left for borne on short leave by the P. O. mail. Mr. R. J. Addie has been appointed a member of the Singapore Harbour Board. Mr, F. W. Fraser, Government Secretary, North1,736 words
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Advertisement481 1916-12-26 5 WANTED AT ONCE. rpELEGRAPH OPERATOR. Must b* I competent to work main lines Salary 150 to 160 according to qualifications temporary appointment, no quarter*. Apply to THE SUPERINTENDENT, Posts and Telegraphs, Kedah, Aior Star WANTED. an experienced storej\_ KEEPER. Salary according to jiialificationi. Security: »1,000. Apply to P. Q c/o481 words
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Advertisement237 1916-12-26 5 WILLS MEDIUM svr--; O Wllj ,o^ •SToi CAPSTAN f nStHj gP H O WiU -l!'STOL LONO 0^ FULL iiituu i VIOLIN SPRINGS FRESH SUPPLIFS FVFRY MAIL. E or 1st Acribelle Silk A or 2nd Best Gut D or 3rd }> cts. 30 3 length >> 30 n 30 2 Q237 words
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Article, Illustration96 1916-12-26 6 P«Uiab«d daily (except Sundays and public holidays) AT THB OBITERION PRESS, Ltd. Ho. 59, Beach Street, Penang. Price. Daily Local $24 per annum. M Oatstation... Postage Extra. Ifm.il Edition (Post Free) $17.50 nmi.l ADDEE99 ECHO—PENANG.” Telephone Nos. (Echo) 586 Printing Department 343 N.B.— All business communications should96 words
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Article1310 1916-12-26 6 Upon reflection we are inclined to share the view expressed by the Maneheater Guardian that no harm can be done by answering the Note addressed by President Wilson to the belligerent Powers in a courteous and reasonable spirit. Certaiuly a very different complexion is put upon the1,310 words
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Article1811 1916-12-26 6 THE COLONY’S CONTRIBUTION REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE. The following report by the Committee appointed by His Excellency the Governor to advise whether a better means of raising an appropriate contribution by the Colony towards the prosecution of the war could be devised than by means of1,811 words
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Advertisement288 1916-12-26 6 1 CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. w 7 E have a choice asscrtment of Ferfumes by the best EngMeh French Makers, Eau-de-Ctlogne, Lavender Water, Manicure bets, Hair finishes, Hand Minora. Waterman's Fountain Pens. A Fills itself in a flash and absolutely most acceptable gift, never leaks. $6. rJ ft &w K m Autc-Strop288 words
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Article2006 1916-12-26 7 [Reuter's Telegrams.] MR. WILSON S FAUX-PAS, R«aeatment la London. London, December 21, 2.30 p.m. In the House of Commons Mr. Bonar Law refused to make a statement regarding president Wilson’s Note. He declared that tbe question oould only be dealt with lD communication with our Allies. A2,006 words
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Article692 1916-12-26 7 [Reuter's Telegrams.] SERIOUS SITUATION. DLqvieting Reports. London, December 22. A telegram from Syra dated December 20 states that arrests of Venizelists continue at Athens where the military party. is gaining ground and the newspapers are violently attacking the Allies. The removal of Greek troops is proceeding692 words
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Article599 1916-12-26 7 [Reuter's Telegrams.] WAR-WORK FOR ALL. A COMPREHENSIVE SCHEME. Ftrruckiai Powers, London, December 21. The following are the oatlines of the Government's war-work scheme i All males betwsen the ages of 17 and 6J will be required to enrol before advisory committees in various centres; then the department599 words
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Article416 1916-12-26 7 FROM H. M. THE KING TO THE ;NAVY AND ARMY. His Majesty the Kino desires the following message to be published in orders on Christmas Day (1) I send you my sailors and toldiers hearty good wishes for Christmas and the New Year. My grateful thoughts are ever416 words
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Article67 1916-12-26 7 The following articles will be found on our outside pages:— Pages. 3. —The “Mistletoe Bough” Legend. Malaya and the War, 4. —War News and Gossip. 5. M. A. P. 8. —Telegrams. Dr. Wu Lien Teh in Penang. Morningside At Heme. Association Football. 9. —Malayan Tin Excels Profits. .Straits Trading67 words
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Article668 1916-12-26 8 [Reuter's Telegrams.] Destroyer's Fise Faat, London,|December, 23. A correspondent describee the heroism displayed in tbe rescue of the crew of the oil tank-steamer Conch, which was torpedoed at eleven o’clock in the evening of December 7. A destroyer at three in tbe following morning observed a huge668 words
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Article590 1916-12-26 8 [Reuter's Telegrams.] STATEMENT IN THE COMMONS. High Officer» Paaished. London, December 23. In the House of Cimmons Mr. J. I. Macpberton, M.P., Under-Secretary of State for War, announced the results of the Court of Ecquiry sppointed iu August to enquire into charges against certain offioers and officials590 words
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Article605 1916-12-26 8 [Rbutbr’s Tilborams.] A Partial Scttlemeat. London, December 23. The coal crisis has been partly settled. Three thousand men will be sent to the mines, the freight tax will be abolished and the British Government will become the sole transporter. Storeships will be divided into three groups,605 words
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Article922 1916-12-26 8 CENTRAL UNION re CHINESE UNITED. A Home Victory. Taking advantage of the Christmas Holiday tbe Chinese United Club of Kuala Lumpur, who claim to be tbe champions of the Federal Capital paid a visit to Penang to play their return football fixture with the Central Union Athletic Club,922 words
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Article364 1916-12-26 8 A Successful Function. Oa the conclusion of the annual general meeting of the member* of the Chinese Widows’ and Orphans’ Institution of Perak, yesterday afternoon Mr. Cbeah Eee Ee, the Vioe-President of the Institution, was At Home to a large number of members and their friends at364 words
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Article510 1916-12-26 8 A Splendid Reception. As announced in our issue of the 23rd instant. Dr. Wu Lien Teh L. Tuck) j arrived in Penang by the evening train that day from Ipob, after having travelled overi land from Singapore. The station was crowded with old friends,510 words
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Advertisement59 1916-12-26 8 There is nothing more certain than the fact that WOODS' GREAT PEPPERMINT CORE will correct that heavy overload d feeling which sffl eta those troubled with weak dige»tive powers. It is a medicine that baa b en tested and proved by millions of sufferer» from digestive troubles. Sold bv Dsp<ns«r59 words
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Advertisement50 1916-12-26 8 MARTIN'S 1W „SSTEEL [ibHLadTeSfl PILLS A French Re«-.e4v lor all Irregularities Thai^au, rp boa Mai*. 1" If t vj that on the (Iri «I an* Irrettuouity <4 <1* Sy.l-m a t d->»e roar ba J recotmocad theta. hen-.e the» A s blurts or Dost frtt ABTlN.Cfa«_st IQUIHf 1PTOM. ■■o. »r50 words
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Advertisement470 1916-12-26 8 WANTED IMMEDIATELY p APABLE BOOK KEEPER, oick \J figures. SaUrj $lOO/. per ml %t SMART TJPJST who understands n Underwood Machine. Salary $5O mensem. Apply in writing to OTCLE A CARRIAGE Co., Kaal* Lumpur. par JOHORE GOVERNMENT TELEGRAPH. Telegraphic communication has now been established between Singapore and Johore Post ftm470 words
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Article431 1916-12-26 9 The Malayan tin companies have tbe di«- tinction, such aa it ia, of being tbe first i mining enterprises to have their excess profits standard fixed by the Board of Refereea aet op under the Act governing the impost. As the companies asked, I believe, for431 words
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Article543 1916-12-26 9 Effect or the War ok Marketing or Tin. The report of the directors to the mem- 1 here of the Straits Trading Company, Ltd c which is dated Singapore, December 22, 1 and is signed by Mr. Frank Adam, manag- c ing director is as follows t543 words
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Article1109 1916-12-26 9 A Sensible Letter. I [To the Editor of the Malay Mail Sir, —In view of the rumours of a proposed income tax on the European population of the F.M.S., I would aak space in which I may state how auch a tax may favour one section of the1,109 words
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Advertisement166 1916-12-26 9 QtHE RECOGNISED STANDARD |n the east. AS AH I ▼Csuh-brand)BEER 0< tl Winners at Several of the J WORLD S EXPOSITIONS. Japan-British. Exhibition, 1910 Japan Taieho National Exhibition, 1913. Panama Paoiflo International Exhibition, 1916. Obtainable Everywhere. SOLE AGENTSii The EASTERN TRADING Co. PENANG and IPOH. P> tb e<3 Si D166 words
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Advertisement48 1916-12-26 9 Th« Children’s Colds. Watch the children’s cold| and cure them before they weaken the vitality, Use Chamberlain's Oough Bemedy freely. It is perfectly safe. It has been tested bycbenmts and pronounoed free from injurious sub* atances and costs but a trifle. For sale by all dispensaries and dealers.48 words
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Advertisement517 1916-12-26 9 L^3 Straits Settlements War Loan Bonds. Bering Interest from the date of purchase at 6 per cent per annum, payable Half-yearly on the 15th May and the 15th November. REPAYABLE AT PAR ON THE 15™ NOVEMBER, 1919. PRICE OF ISSUE-100 PER CENT. All proceeds of this issue will be lent517 words
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Article373 1916-12-26 10 'To the Editor of the StraiU Timet Sir, —In your issue of December 18 are giventfie reasons for the raising of fares on the railways. We are told that large orders have beeo sent to England for engines and rolling stook the want of fame has373 words
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Article585 1916-12-26 10 Per P, and O. steamer Karmala. From London —To Singapore: Mrs. Gibson, Mrs Derrick, Mr. Ridley, Mr and Mrs. Baird, Mr. Anderson, Mr. Hogg, Mr. Dickson. To Penang i Mr. Adair. Per P. and O. steamer Morea. From London. —To Penang: Mr. and Mrs. Paterson, Mbs585 words
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Advertisement909 1916-12-26 10 translation The UNDERSIGNED undertakes to translate any document from English into Chinese and vice versa. Also Chinese accounts into English. Fees according to the following scale: (1) For translation for insertion in tb« Strait Echo or the Pinang Sin Poe or to be printed by the Jobb ng Department of909 words
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Advertisement344 1916-12-26 10 WHEN BUYING MANILA CIGARS Be careful to see that the box bears the trade mark as shewn below LONDRCS. HIGH LIFE IN THE EAST. REINA VICTORIAS. CORTADO FINO. TE >E m m m PER LAS. PERECTOS. IMPERIALES. CORTADO DE LA REINA. THE TRADE MARK OF THE LA ISABEL FACTORY. One344 words
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Article1512 1916-12-26 11 By thi Shbllbice. This year many a mind will be turning to thoughts of the lonelineea, the cheer* lessness, of Chriatmaa in the trenches but can you imagine a Christmas a thousand times as lonely, a thousand times less cheerful P Those soldiers of ours, they will1,512 words
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Article390 1916-12-26 11 I To the Editor of the Straits Times Sir,—The Governments of Singapore and Jobore know perfectly well what harm the Johore gambling farms are doing to the Singapore people principally, over the Chap Ji Ki (Twelve letters) lottery. In reality Chap Ji Ki is a game only390 words
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Advertisement202 1916-12-26 11 o o HAVE YOU TRIED THE FAMOUS SLOT BRANDY MADE IN FRANCE. ON SALE EVERYWHERE. G. H. Slot Co. Ph«n«4SJ. SOLE IMPORTERS. Tclegrims SLOT. O SOME REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD INSTAL A U. E. SCRAP WASHER (1) It Mjji enable you to recover more rubber from your scrap* than you202 words
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Advertisement71 1916-12-26 11 Wboopiej Crajh. hen jour child has whooping cough be careful to keep the cough looae and expectoration easy by giving Chamberlain’* Cough Bemec/y as may be required. This remedy will a\so liquify the tough mucus and make it essier to eipectorate. It has been used successfully in many epidemics and71 words
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Advertisement32 1916-12-26 11 3 NO LAX\TiV\: > l gentle and eflecliv: PINKETTE’j that’s why children cn safely t*ke them. chemis's, 50cents per phial, nr p it free from Dr. Williams' M dici Co., Dept., Gc, Singapore.32 words
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Advertisement581 1916-12-26 11 PJOTICE. TENDERS are heteby invited for tbe following:— 1. Cleaiing and cultivating either wholly rr partly, tbe .'and situate in Snngei Patani, containing an area of several thousand Kedah orlongs. 2. Uprooting and lemoving the grass and other useless vegetation in tbe a-ei p'autcd with rubber trees for a pa’iod581 words
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Advertisement1508 1916-12-26 12 P. O—B. I. AND APCAR LINE (Incobnoratbd ik England.) Mail and Passenger Services. PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL SAILINGS. MAIL SERVICE. Homeward (for Europe.) Outward (for China and Japan») Dae Penang Steamer. Connecting with Due Penang. Steamer. Connecting with. INTERMEDIATE DIRECT SERVICE. (Service temporarily suspeaded.) Wireless Telegrapky Fitted oa all Steamer*. NOTICE.—All1,508 words
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