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Title Section21 1911-02-10 88 THE STRAITS ECHO, MAIL EDITION. 115 Per Annum. Single Copy, 40 cents. Vol. 9 Penang, Friday, 10th February, 1911. No. 6.21 words
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Advertisement233 1911-02-10 88 i CONTENTS. L T I Economics in Echelon 90 Lawn Tennis Tournament: P. C. C. x x Libelling His Majesty 90 96, 105 A 111 Adversaria 95 Kedah Gymkhana 92 F. M. S. Politics 99 Cricket: P.C.C. vs. P.R.C. ...100 Cards Never Forgive ...102 Rifle Shooting: P. L. R. C.233 words
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Advertisement156 1911-02-10 89 lyUjtMLli T* r y i i STRAITS ECHO j MAIL EDITION. 1 I <■<■. j i 1 Published the day prior to the departure of each ma.l n for Europe, and contains the latest local and States J news originally published in the daily issues, as well as 1 5156 words
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Article676 1911-02-10 90 To have a British soldier on the Legislative Council must be like having the Archbishop of Canterbury on the Board of Trade, that is, if the Archbishop takes as prominent a part in Trade discussions as Major-General Stephenson did in the Income Tax debate. Our gallant and676 words
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Article485 1911-02-10 90 The republican pamphlet which has been slandering our Royal Family says, hypocritically, The Liberator does not attack persons. It attacks systems. It attacks persons only so far as persons put themselves between The Liberatar and its attack on systems.” There are many respectable people who have no485 words
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Article2573 1911-02-10 90 TIN CASE. Defendants (Appellants):—(a) Khoo GhuatCheng. (b) Eng Soon Chun Co. (c) Lim Soo Chee, Lim Mah Seang, and Lifti Soo Kee. (d) Ong Hun Chong. (e) Kean Leong Co. (f) Chin Guan Co. (g) Chin Ho Sons, and Eng Soon Chan Co. Plaintiffs (Respondents):—(a) Messrs.2,573 words
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Advertisement95 1911-02-10 90 The Straits Echo. f&'l w Mt? Justice satisfies everybody and iustice alone.—ffmarwn Published daily (except Sundays.) AT TH8 CRITERION PRESS, LTD., No. 226—232, Beach Street, Penang. PRICE DAILY LOOAL S24 per annum. OUTSTATIONS Postage Extra. MAIL EDITION (Post Free) $'5 CABLE ADDRESS Echo—Penang.” Telephone No. 343. N.B. All business communications95 words
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Article146 1911-02-10 92 Earlv in the morning of the 18th December last Police Constable Noor was sent out on duty at Government Wharves Godown No. 6. He went to his house and slept instead. A week later he was brought before the District Judge on the following charges: (1) being found146 words
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Article51 1911-02-10 92 Lawn Tennis Tournament. The following is the result of the ties played yesterday Championship. Rogers heat Martin 5—7 6—1 6—2. Southam beat Henson 6—4; 6—2. Single Handicap. Class B. Saye beat Syer 6—1; 7—5. Single Handicap. Class C. Stevens beat Rhodes 6—1 6—0. Kitchen beat Humphreys 6—251 words
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Article314 1911-02-10 92 The writer of Sporting Notes in the S.F.P. says There is a curious hang about local interest in racing just now, and no one seems quite to know, or at least a good portion of the public, whether to take any particular interest in it or not.314 words
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Article62 1911-02-10 92 died at Singapore on Monday last and her burial at the cemetery was largely attended. She was the widow of Mr/Francis Clarke, who predeceaspd her about three years ago, and e mother of four daughters and five sons, n °table of whom are Drs Farleigh in Noel62 words
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Article2665 1911-02-10 92 The Chine--, hoi id ay has been the occasion for great doings in Kedah. A thoroughly successful and thoroughly sporting gymkhana was held on Monday afternoon on the small Race-Bourse that encircles the Adviser’s house —visitors had come from Penang, Deli and Pe lis to compete. His Highness2,665 words
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14 1911-02-10 93 for January was 6 )1 lbs. of rubber.14 words
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Article27 1911-02-10 93 (New Year honours) are Mr. Bromhead-Matthews and Mr. J. C. Inglis, who was one of the arbitators in the Tanjong Pagar expropriation proceedings.27 words
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Article60 1911-02-10 93 under the Command of Capitan Vaisrean arrived here from Colombo yesterday afternoon. She is a vessel of 7,734 tons, carries *24 guns and has a crew of 99*2 men. Her next destination is Saigon, whither she leaves on the 6th inst. The Hon. Resident Councillor and60 words
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Article871 1911-02-10 94 The first annual general meeting of the shareholders of the Chersonese (F. M. S.) Estates, Limited, was held on 10th Jan. at the London Chamber of Commerce, Oxfordcourt, Mr. Noel Trotter presiding. Mr. H. M. Mitchell, on behalf of the secretaries (Messrs. Thomas Barlow and871 words
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Article148 1911-02-10 94 (From Our Correspondent.) Feb. 1. Mr. M. Ponniah, our popular post-master, who has been here ten years, is said to be going to Jaffna on sick leave. He has been looking far from well. He is dear to many Datohs here, knowing Malay manners thoroughly. The Chinese shopkeepers148 words
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Article31 1911-02-10 94 appeared before the Third Magistrate to-day charged with playing in a common gaming house. Nine were fined $2 the rest $3. Nothing was awarded the informer in this case.31 words
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Article67 1911-02-10 94 was charged before Mr. Hamilton this morning with throwing crackers and offering an illegal gratification of 40 cents to P. C. 623 who arrested him. He defended himself by saying that the Constable wanted $1 from him and as he had only 40 cents on him he tendered67 words
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Article505 1911-02-10 94 {From Our Correspondent.) Taiping, 1st Feb. Mr. E. L. Brockman, Acting Resident, left for Singapore on Sunday to take up his new appointment of Colonial Secretary. Mr. R. G. Watson, who comes here to act in his place, is expected to arrive on Friday afternoon. The annual prize distribution505 words
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Advertisement72 1911-02-10 94 A Reliable Remedy. You are not experimenting on yourself when you take Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for a cold as that preparation has won its great reputation and extensive sale by its remarkable cures of colds, and can always be depended upon. It is equally valuable for adults and children and72 words
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Advertisement71 1911-02-10 94 Chamberlain s Couth Remedy in Africa. Mr. Piet A. Uys, of Lelievlei, Orange River Colony, testifies to the good qualities of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. He says “We have used it several times for our children and ourselves and expect to continue with it as we have found it excellent. We71 words
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Article330 1911-02-10 95 To tub Editob or the Straits Echo. Dear Sir, I have just come over from Singapore tor a short stay in Penang, and whilst reading the local papers, my eyes caught sight of the advertisement of the Penang Committee of the Tanjong Pagar Dock Board calling for tenders330 words
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Article21 1911-02-10 95 (Echo Special.) Singapore Quotes. Singapore, 3rd Feb.—Sun-dried copra is quoted $9.90 and mixed $9.60. Pepper. Black pepper is $15.37 J.21 words
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Article80 1911-02-10 95 (Echo Special.) In Hongkong. Singapore, 3rd Feb.—11. R. Cochrane, formerly assistant accountant at the Mercantile Bank here, and lately at the Hongkong branch, fell over the concrete guard wall of the Bank verandah in Queen’s Road, and was killed. Editor id note.— Mr. Cochrane went to take80 words
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Article36 1911-02-10 95 H. S. Bank. (Echo Special.) New Hongkong Manager. Singapore. 3rd Feb.-Mr. N. J. Stabb, hitherto the acting sub-manager theie, sib ceeds Mr. J. R. M. Smith !“Joram chief manager of the Hongkong Shanghai Bank at Hongkong.36 words
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Article70 1911-02-10 95 (Echo Special.) Towed Out of Harbour Limits. Singapore, 3rd Feb—An upset lamp set fire to”a tongkang laden with oil at midnight. The blazing vessel drifted through the harbour till a police launch hooked on and towed it beyond harbour limits. At noon to-day it was seen drifting70 words
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Article79 1911-02-10 95 (Supplied by Reuter.) “Like an Earthquake/’ London, 2nd Feb.—Reuter’s correspondent at New York reports the explosion of 20 tons of dynamite while it was being transferred at Jersey City from the railway pier to the ship. It shook the city damaging the buildings within a radius of79 words
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Article82 1911-02-10 95 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Manoeuvres. London, 2nd Feb.—The British Naval Manoeuvres have concluded. Admiral Sir William Henry May, who commanded the Home Fleet, prevented the junction of the Mediterranean and Atlantic Fleets and utterly destroyed the latter. The “Thunderer.” The dreadnought Thunderer has been successfully launched. She82 words
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Article83 1911-02-10 95 (Supplied by Reuter.) Respect for Dying Gladiator. London, 3rd Feb.—Joseph Chamberlain took the oath in Parliament in the afternoon. He was assisted to the Treasury Bench by his son Austen and by Arthur Lee. The general impression was that his health had slightly improved. His son signed the83 words
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Article41 1911-02-10 95 (Echo Special.) Chinese Admiration. Singapore, 3rd Feb.-The Dutch aeronaut 'an der Born has accomplished a successful cross country flight at Bangkok in the presence of the Siamese King and Princes He wag decorated by the Chinese Chamber oi Commerce41 words
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Article118 1911-02-10 95 (Supplied by Reuter.) In Perfect Trim. London, 3rd Feb. —M. Pichon, speaking in the Senate, said the Entente Cordiale was never more complete or more productive than it was to-day, and France’s political position had never been better than now. The following notifications appear in an F.M.S. Gazette118 words
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Article1151 1911-02-10 95 It is amazing how tenaciously germs linger in the human system. Take the germs of Teutophobia for instance. The Singapore Free Press, discussing the German Prince’s recall, says, “There seems to be some general reluctance to accept the plague theory as altogether accounting for it. In some quarters political1,151 words
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Article101 1911-02-10 96 Aeria— Farm. At the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Pulo Tikus, this morning, the marriage was solemnised of Mr. Clement Philip Cecil Aeria, Senior Malay Interpreter, Supreme Court, and Miss Delphine Euphemia Farm. The bride, who was attended by Miss Josephine Catherine Aeria, sister to the groom, as101 words
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Article67 1911-02-10 96 Lawn Tennis Tournament. The following is the result of the ties played yesterday afterneon Single Handicap. Class A. A. G. Anthony beat D. A. M. Brown 8—6; 6—2. Single Handicap. Class B. Cobley beat E. R. Henderson 6—2 6—1. Double Handicap. Class A. Ivens R. Henderson beat67 words
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Article57 1911-02-10 96 Result of operations during the month of January, 1911. Output— Tributers’ Ore Pls. 218.40 Mine Ore 3,531.60 Total Output 3,750.00 Value Tributers’ Ore 12,448.80 Mine Ore $202,577.95 Total Value $215,026.75 Estimated Profit Tributers’ Ore 1,450.00 Mine Ore 85,577.95 Total Profit 87,027.95 Karang Treated From Shafas cub.57 words
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Article12 1911-02-10 96 of the Rahman Tin Co., Ltd., was 385.44 piculs.12 words
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48 1911-02-10 96 The Tai ping paper learns that Dr. Stewart Peart is in Hospital there as a victim to duty. It appears he incurred blood poison- ing whilst conducting a post mortem’ at Batu G.ijah. We, together with all his many friends, trust that he will make a rapid recovery.48 words
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Article3860 1911-02-10 96 TIN CASE. I Defendants (Appellants):—(a) Khoo Ghuat Cheng, Eng Soon Chan Co. (c) Lim Soo Chee, Lim Mali Seang, and Lim Soo Kee. (d) Ong Him Chong. (e) Kean Leong Co. (f) Chin Guan Co. (g) Chin Ho Sons, and Eng Soon Chan Co. Plaintiffs (Respondents):—(a)3,860 words
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21 1911-02-10 98 in Kedah and that the authorities are working hard to stamp out the disease.21 words
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32 1911-02-10 98 of Mr. Lira Seng Tew, the eldest son of Mr. Lim Boon Hor, on Monday the 6th instant, to the daughter of Mr. Teh Eu Quee.32 words
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40 1911-02-10 98 be- fore Mr. A. W. Bailey, an inquest was held touching the death of a coolie killed while lifting a log from a tongkang at Sungei Pinang. The verdict was that it was accidental.40 words
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57 1911-02-10 98 prosecuted Liew Ah Seng before Mr. Bailey this morning for depositing rotten oranges on Campbell Street opposite his house. He was summoned to appear last week but did not do so. For this neglect he was* fined S10, and for the original offence57 words
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94 1911-02-10 98 He was in Pitt Street on the day in question and saw a rikisha stop opposite a house. When the occupant, also a Chinese, got into the house,94 words
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Article45 1911-02-10 98 (Echo Special.) January Crops. Kuala Lumpur, 3rd Feb.—The January Crops of the undermentioned Estates were as follows Shelford 12,000 lbs. Klanang 9,500 Harpendon 19,300 Bukit Heroka 4,000 Batu Caves 18,898 F.M.S 45,263 Kuala Lumpur 63,045 Tanjong Malim 3,700 Brieh 2,595 lbs. Alor Pongsu 3,80845 words
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Article47 1911-02-10 98 (Echo Special.) Fewer Penang Promotions. Singapore, 4th Feb.—Sixty-seven companies, with capital aggregating $28,' 0t),000, were registered in Singapore during 1910, as against 41, with $11,500,000, in 1909. in Penang 16, with capital aggregating 83,185,000, were registered. In 19(>9 the Penang figures were 8 and i835,000 respectively.47 words
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Article14 1911-02-10 98 I Echo Special.) The Black Variety. Singapore, 4th February.—Black poper is quoted $15.25.14 words
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Article45 1911-02-10 98 (Echo Special,) Highly Praised. Singapore, 4th Feb.—Speaking in the Legislative Council, Dr. Galloway eulogised the services of Sir Arthur Young as deputy Governor. He that his loyalty, his sterling commonsense, and his sound’ judgment had been of inestimable advantage to the Colony.45 words
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Article46 1911-02-10 98 (Supplied by Reuter.) Paralysing Shipping. London, 3rd Feb.—The plague in Manchuria is disastrously affecting London chartering for the market to the Far East. Shipowners taking out out cargoes depend on homeward freights and cargoes of Soya beans, the trade in which is paralysed.46 words
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Article83 1911-02-10 98 (Supplied by Reuter.) Pichon’s Statement. London, 3rd Feb.—Mr. Pichon, French Foreign Minister, replying to a question as to whether Russia informed France what was going to be transacted at the Potsdam interview, replied We were notified exactly that Persia and the Turco-Persian railways* would be discussed. Russia kept83 words
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Article27 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Reuter.) iFKilM. London, 3rd Feb. A telegram from New York states that nineteen people were killed in the dynamite explosion at Sew Jersey.27 words
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Article29 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Ilcuttr.J Ktid American Financial Advisers. London, 3rd Fob. A telegram from Teheran states that, the Mejliss has voted the proposal to engage five American financial advisers.29 words
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Article29 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Reuter.) Maritime League’s Protest. London, 3rd Feb. —A meeting organized by the Imperial Maritime League passed a resolution protesting against the Declaration of London.”29 words
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Article51 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Reuter.) Holds Up Trains. London, 3rd Feb. Ottawa reports a heavy snowstorm, and a gale sweeping Canada from the Pacific to the Atlantic. Trains were tied up in British Columbia, in the Western prairies, in Ontario and at Quebec, as well as in the maritime51 words
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Article59 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Reuter.) Alleged Ministerial Peculations. London, 4th Feb. —St. Petersburg reports that the Duma Committee on National Defence lias drawn up a formidable indictment against the Ministry of Marine, charging it with misapplication of credits voted for torpedo boats and submarines in the Black Sea. Their report59 words
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Article32 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Reuter.) Of Australian State. London, 4th Feb. The Lilwral Whip,” Mr. Fuller, has been appointed Governor of Victoria, replacing Governor Carmichael, who has lieen appointed to Madras.32 words
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Article18 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Reuter.) Reaches Calcutta. London, Feb. 4 —The German Crown Prince has arrived at Calcutta.18 words
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Article60 1911-02-10 99 (Supplied by Reuter.) Wanted Soon. London, Feb. 4 The Welsh Convention at Cardiff has passed a resolution calling upon thn Government to take up the question of Welsh Disestablishment immediately after the Veto and Finance Bills. We cannot trace the origin of a rum that Dr. Tuck has60 words
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38 1911-02-10 99 Messrs. Sandilands, Buttery Co., Messrs. Sandilands, Buttery Co., as agents of the undermentioned estates, us the following January crops. Taiping Rubber Plantation Ltd. (London) 3,980 lbs. Dry Bubber. lhs Bukit Mertajaiii Rubber Co. Ltd. 80l lbs. Dry Rubber.38 words
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Article678 1911-02-10 99 On page 9 to-day we re-print an editorial article from the Straits Times, in which the journalistic apologist for the Government proves with engaging vivacity that A is still A although it be called B and that it is now called B liecause before it was678 words
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Article110 1911-02-10 99 We are asked to remind Members and others taking pa; t in the forthcoming performance of The Yeomen of the Guard that a rehearsal will be held to-night in the Town Hall at 9-15 punctually. There are vacancies in the Chorus for Sopranos and Tenors. The Orchestral110 words
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Article18 1911-02-10 99 con- firming Mr. van der Woude as Consul for the Netherlands here.18 words
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17 1911-02-10 99 in succession to Mr. V. Gibbons, is gazetted.17 words
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22 1911-02-10 99 a member of the Tanjong Pagar Dock Board in place of Sir Arthur Young.22 words
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Article42 1911-02-10 99 who was formerly engag- ed upon the construction of the Johore State Railway, has now taken up planting, having joined the Malaya General Rubber Company who are carrying on extensive operations at Mengkibol, in the heart of Johore.42 words
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132 1911-02-10 99 One was left with that Albanian chief with whom the party held wild revel. I gave him my pipe as a memorial of our having got tipsy together.” Ihe pipe figures in Disraeli’s sketch of Oriental bliss—with132 words
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Article1238 1911-02-10 100 TIN CASE. Defendants (Appellants): —(a) Khoo Ghuat Cheng. (b) Eng Soon Chan A Co. (c) Lim Soo Chee, Lim Mali Seang, and Lim Soo Kee. (d) Ong Hun Chong. (e) Kean Leong Co. (f) Chin Guan Co. (g) Chin Ho Sons, and Eng Soon Chan Co.1,238 words
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19 1911-02-10 100 was created a Malay Chief at the last State Council meeting.19 words
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45 1911-02-10 100 is due in the East shortly on a visit to the properties he is interested in. He will visit Ceylon, and on his return Mr. Joseph Wickwar will probably accompany his brother home.45 words
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Article238 1911-02-10 100 P. C. C. V8. P. R. C. A cricket match was played on the Esplanade, on Saturday afternoon, between the P. C. C. and the P. R. C., resulting in the defeat of the latter by 90 runs. The premier club played with only eight men, Scully, the Butterworth238 words
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Article250 1911-02-10 100 In the early hours of last Eriday morning, a tire broke out on a tongkang laden with petroleum, belonging to Messrs. Behn, Meyer ami Co. Ihe cause of the conflagration, says the S. F. P., is supposed to have been the overturning oi an oil lamp,250 words
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Article39 1911-02-10 100 Harbour Master, proceeded to Calcutta yesterday on three weeks vacation leave. His duty will Im? carried out by Mr. A. H Cox, assisted by Mr. H. Muir and Captain 8. R. Perkins, Chief Boarding Oflicur.39 words
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Article889 1911-02-10 101 ORDINARY MEETING, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3. Pretent. Hi» Excellency the Governor, Sir John AnderBOD. TheHon’ble the Colonial Secretary E.L. Brockman. the Attorney-General, F. Belfield. the Col Treasurer, W. C. Michell, the Col. Engineer, F. J. Pigott the P. C. M 0., Dr. W. Gilmore Ellis. C. J. Saunders. J.889 words
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Article208 1911-02-10 101 Jackson —Chapman. The marriage was solemnised at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Kuala Lumpur, on Saturday morning, of Mr. Austin Clifford Jackson and Miss Lilv Chapman, says the M.M. The Rev. Father Renard officiated. Ur. E. A. 0. Travers gave the bride away, and Dr. Gray acted208 words
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Article423 1911-02-10 101 Enormous Increase of Capital. The following report was laid on the table at the Legislative Council yesterday afternoon: Report on the Working of the Registries of Joint Stock Companies, Singapore and Penang. Singapore. Registry, Supreme Court. Singapore, 12th January 1911. Sir, I have the honour to submit my423 words
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Advertisement45 1911-02-10 101 How to Prevent Croup. When given as soon as the croupy cough appears Chanderlain’s Cough Remedy will ward off an attack of croup and prevent all danger and cause of anxiety. Thousands of mothers use it successfully. For sale by all 1 hspensaries and Dealers.45 words
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Advertisement56 1911-02-10 101 Colds May be Avoided. When your feet are wet and cold, your body chilled through and through froffl exposure, take a big dose of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, bathe your feet in hot water before going to bed, and you are M* most certain to ward off a severe cold. For56 words
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Article92 1911-02-10 102 To the Editor of the Straits Echo. Dear Sir, Referring to your issue of Saturday last re the following paragraph, Invitations are out for the marriage of Mr. Lim Seng Tew, the eldest son of Mr. Lim Boon Hoe, on Monday the 6th in st., to the daughter of92 words
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Article54 1911-02-10 102 {Echo Special.) January Crops. Kuala Lumpur, 6th Feb.—The following crop returns for January have been issued Jugra 14,435 lbs. Scottish Malay 4,000 Anglo Malay 61,978 Pataling 27,388 London Asiatic 24,057 Golden Hope 6,219 Seluba 1,418 Bikam 7,043 Sungkai Chumor 3,506 Seaforth 2,283 R. E. ofKrian 5,200 Padang Jawa 2,70054 words
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Article36 1911-02-10 102 (Echo Special.) Selangor Championship. Kuala Lumpur, 6th Feb.—The Selangor Golf Championship was won by E. M. Baker with 188. Other scores were R. M. Neill, 190, D. J. Highet, 191, and S. R. Lucy 193.36 words
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Article77 1911-02-10 102 (Supplied by Reuter.) Horrible State of Plague City.' London, 6th Feb.—St. Petersburg reports a horrible state of things at the town of Fudziadian, which is the centre of the plague district. It is surrounded by a thousand Chinese troops from Peking, who prevent any one from77 words
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Article23 1911-02-10 102 (Supplied by Reuter.) Famous Boer General. th 0U Feb.—Klesksdorp reports a general Piet A. Cronje, aged about 76 Jfearti, u dead.23 words
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Article35 1911-02-10 102 (Supplied by Reuter.) Needs <£6,000,000. London, 6th Feb. —Budapest reports that in the Austrian Delegation Minister of Marine Montecuccoli announced that altogether =£6,000,000 would lie required for naval purposes between 1911 and 1914.35 words
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Article138 1911-02-10 102 (Supplied by Reuter.) Imperial Free Trade Advocated. London, 6th Feb.—The publication in England of the text of the Reciprocity Agreement between Canada and the United States has revived political controversy. Its unexpectedly wide scope has surprised and disquieted one section of the Unionists, voiced by the Morning Post.138 words
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Article38 1911-02-10 102 (Supplied by Reuter.) Eight Arrests. London, 4th Feb.—A telegram from New York states that eight arrests have been made in connection with the dynamite explosion. The accused will be charged with manslaughter or criminal carelessness.38 words
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Article38 1911-02-10 102 (Supplied by Reuter.) Attempt on the Minister of Finance. London, 5th Feb.—A telegram from Teheran states that the Minister of Finance, Sani-Ed-Dowleh, was shot while returning from the Mejliss, by two Armenians. The assassins are being pursued.38 words
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Article577 1911-02-10 102 It is curious that card-players, men whom we never suspect of capacity for thought, should have invented an aphorism like the one that heads these lines, one so full of philosophy, one so generally applicable to human affairs. The mere fact that a man will consent to577 words
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Article49 1911-02-10 102 has lieen won- derfully successful among the European population of Batavia, who number about 8,000. During the last outbreak of the disease out of about 1,000 Europeans inoculated, only one had cholera and he mov.-red. Among the non-inocuUtod residents, there were 02 seizures and 31 deaths.49 words
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Advertisement72 1911-02-10 102 A Reliable Remedy. You are not experimenting on yourself when you take Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for a cold as that preparation has won its great reputation and extensive sale by its remarkable cures of colds, and can always be depended upon. It is equally valuable for adults and children and72 words
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Article3372 1911-02-10 103 TIN CASE. Defendants (Appellants):—(a) Khoo Ghuat Cheng. (b) Eng Soon Chan Co. (c) Lira Soo Chee, Lim Mah Seang, and Lim Soo Kee. (d) Ong Hun Chong. (e) Kean Leong A Co. (f) Chin Guan Co. (g) Chin Ho Sons, and Eng Soon Chan A Co.3,372 words
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71 1911-02-10 104 occupied by Chinese at the 61 mile on the Thomson Road, Singapore, were burned to the ground on Wednesday. It is alleged that sparks from a traction engine caused the conflagration. The houses blazed fiercely and were entirely gutted in a very few minutes.71 words
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Article208 1911-02-10 104 A lor Star, 4th Feb. A Recovery. Towkay Lao Jim Chong, the popular Paddy and Rice duty farmer, who has been unwell for about a week, is now convalescent. Jitra Court House Completed. The Court House in Jitra District has been completed, and the I). O.’s quarters are upstairs.208 words
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Article167 1911-02-10 104 (From Our Correspondent.) Feb. 4th. Mr. Hargreaves, the Headmaster, Malay College, will not leave at the end of this year, as before rumoured, but will leave early next year. It is with universal satisfaction that the news is received here that Raja Ngah Abu Bakar, Assistant District Officer,167 words
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83 1911-02-10 104 but his own witness, the proprietor of the Hotel where the incident is alleged to have occurred, could not confirm his story, and the magistrate dismissed the charge, reproving the procedure83 words
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91 1911-02-10 104 was going on last night a numl»er of the uneducated class (Chinese shop coolies) took it into their heads to crate some fun by throwing sand crackers at those Campbell Street prostitutes who drove through Beach Street in rikishas, with the result91 words
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Article267 1911-02-10 105 To thr Editor or thr «omits Echo iNar Sir, —Please allow me the hospitality of your Public Opinion column in which to cal] attention to a grievance of some motonMtfl who cross frequently from Penang to the mainland, and vice versa. I happen to be one of267 words
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Article101 1911-02-10 105 x co 8 8® <-i H Miss J. Smith* 31 34 65 Miss Thornton*... 32 31 63 Miss Wemyss* 28 30 58 Miss Barnett* 29 28 57 Miss McIntyre*... 28 29 57 Mrs. Webb* 32 24 56 Mrs. Wright-Motion 27 29 56 Mrs. Hamilton 27 29101 words
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Article50 1911-02-10 105 Lawn Tennis Tournament. The following is the result of the ties played yesterday Single Handicap. Class A. Mercer beat Whitlock 6—I 6—2. Double Handicap. Class H. Brugh A. Newton beat Bell Save 5—7 6—4 6 2. Ballantyne «V Harris beat Oxenuain 4 Durward 6 —4; 6 —4.50 words
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Article411 1911-02-10 105 Savs the S.F.P. in a leading a^ icle It'is rather a curiosity of new g 2 selection that this Colony as without any telegraph straits ing a distinguished member o Settlements Civil Service, now no long in this Colonv, and of his transfer to an important411 words
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21 1911-02-10 105 has just arrived from China and may be consulted at Chop Poh Sim, Beach Street.21 words
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Article82 1911-02-10 105 who a little over twelve mont hs ago was appointed Commissioner for Tropical Agriculture, Western Australia, has returned to Perth from an extended tour of investigation through the tropical portions of Australia and other countries. He thinks that Malaya and Java will be important consumers of Australian82 words
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Article86 1911-02-10 105 of the spread of the plague, traffic over the Trans-Silurian railway has been stopped, and the passengers have been held up at Mukden. They will not be allowed to proceed south until all danger has passed. The greatest concern about their own safety prevails them The total number86 words
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Article23 1911-02-10 105 (Echo Special.) Singapore Quotes. Singapore, 6th Eel). Sun-dried copra is quoted 89.70 and mixed 89.40. Black pepper is 815.37 2.23 words
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Article25 1911-02-10 105 Airds Quit (Echo Special.) Singapore Harbour Works. Singapore, 6th Feb. —A London cable alleges that Airds are relinquishing the lagoon, dock, and wharves construction works.25 words
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Article57 1911-02-10 105 (Echo Special.) Two Taipans in Trouble. Singapore, 6th Feb. —Mr. J. W. Michael has been charged with perjury in a case of Michael v. Carmichael heard in October last. Mr. Craig pleaded guilty to the charge of conspiracy in connection with the flotation of the Siak-Indrapoera rubber companies,57 words
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Article329 1911-02-10 105 (Supplied by Reuter.) Scenes of Splendour. London, 7th Feb. —The scene in the House of Lords was exquisite. There was never a greater attendance. Coroneted Peeresses encircled like a frame the red robed peers. The High Commissioners from the Dominions for the first time in history occupied official positions329 words
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Article989 1911-02-10 106 Neither Chinese nor Klings nor Malays will ever do any harm to Malaya. The distinction of injuring it, if it gets injured at all, will be enjoyed by some full-blooded Aberdonian of the editorial, cocksure-com-mentator class. We have just been reading an editorial in the Straits Times989 words
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18 1911-02-10 106 was Company Pls. 184.42 rea- lizing $10,135.02 Tributors 98.34.18 words
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24 1911-02-10 106 has been transferred to the Federated Malry States as Principal Medical Officer.24 words
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32 1911-02-10 106 We have to acknowledge the receipt from Messrs. Tiang Lee Co., the local agents, of two pretty Chinese calendars advertising the China Mutual Life Assurance Co., and the Patriotic Assurance Co. respectively.32 words
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63 1911-02-10 106 has been en- tered into and signed with an Englishman for the disposal of the whole of the products of the Hanyang Iron and Steel Works at a fixed price for the next fifteen years, and that by63 words
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82 1911-02-10 106 In its place a duty allowance is to be introduced. This allowance will only be drawn by Government officers while actually on duty, and is to be non-pensionable. Most of the sterling82 words
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91 1911-02-10 106 Mr. E. W. F. Gilman to act as Deputy Superintendent of Indian Immigrants, S.S. and F.MS., Mr. A. S. Haynes to act as Assistant Superintendent of Indian Immigrants, Selangor and N. Sembilan, Mr. J. 0. Anthonisz to act as British Resident, Selangor, Mr. E.91 words
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Article112 1911-02-10 106 says the Kelantan corres- pondent of the Malay Mail, there is a kerosine oil spring from which oil is running into the river. I was taking a walk by the river near there on the 27th instant when a strong smell of kerosene attracted my attention and112 words
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Article3173 1911-02-10 106 TIN CASE. Judgment Reserved. Defendants (Appellants):—(a) Khoo Ghua Cheng. (b) Eng Soon Chan Co (c) Lim Soo Chee, Lim Mah Seang, and Lim Soo Kee. (d) Ong Hun Chong. (e) Kean Leong Co. (f) Chin Guan Co. (g) Chin Ho Sons, and Eng Soon Chan<fc Co3,173 words
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Article159 1911-02-10 108 The Grand Councillors have received instructions from the Prince Regent to the effect that as soon as the Provincial Delegates have dispersed they should give commands to the various yamens to make immediate preparations for all kinds of constitutional reforms, in order to prevent any complaints being159 words
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Article237 1911-02-10 108 Tin. Following are the final figures of the export of block tin and tin ore from Perak, Selangor, Negri Sembilan and Pahang respectively, during the months of January to December, 1910, as compared with the corresponding period of last year 1910. 1909. I crea8e237 words
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Article579 1911-02-10 108 WORK ON LAGOON DOCK AND MAIN WHARF SUSPENDED. John Aird and Company’s Contract. It is understood, says the S.T., that telegraphic advice was received by the Government at the close of last week to the effect that Messrs. John Aird and Company had relinquished their contract for579 words
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55 1911-02-10 108 There was one case of small-pox on board and three deaths were reported during the voyage, one just outside Muka Head. Another pilgrim steamer, the Ning Chow, brought 995 passengers from Jeddah this morning. Small-pox was also discovered on board,55 words
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Advertisement71 1911-02-10 108 A Reliable Remedy. You are not experimenting on yourself when you take Chamberlain’s Cough Rem for a cold as that preparation has won f® great reputation and extensive sale by fs remarkable cures of colds, and can always depended upon. It is equally valuable or adults and children and may71 words
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Advertisement71 1911-02-10 108 Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy in Africa. Mr. Piet A. Uys, of Lelievlei, Orange River Colony, testifies to the good qualities of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. He says “We have used it several times for our children and ourselves and expect to c ontinue with it as we have found it excellent. We71 words
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Article47 1911-02-10 109 (Echo Special.) Warrant Out for Cropley. Singapore, 7th February. —A warrant has been issued for the arrest of E. Cropley on alleged criminal breach of Jrust of 3,000 Kempas shares of the value of SI 5/XX). It is understood that Cropley is absent from Singapore.47 words
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Article28 1911-02-10 109 (Echo Special.) Copra and Pepper. Singapore, 8th Feb. Following are today’» market prices: Sundried copra $9-40, no buyers. Mixed M $9-25, White Pepper $27, buyers. Black $15-62),28 words
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Article90 1911-02-10 109 (Echo Special.) Vendor* Offer to Refund. Singapore, 8th Feb. —At the Indragiri (Sumatra) meeting it was announced that it was impossible to obtain, as anticipated, an output from 165 acres planted with rubber trees, and 206 acres planted with 88,000 gutta trees, of which 7,000 of the former90 words
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Article154 1911-02-10 109 (Echo Special.) Overvaluation. Singapore, 7th February.—The directors of the Mergui Rubber Estates have issued a report to the shareholders, dated the 3rd inst., to the effect that the company owns a larger area than was estimated, but the Board regrets that the census reveals a shortage of154 words
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Article111 1911-02-10 109 (Supplied by Reuter.) The Japanese Negotiations. London, 7th February.—In the House of Lords, Lord Crewe stated that he was unable to discuss the Japanese negotiations which were still proceeding. He added: It is certain, however, that though the matter must be difficult our Japanese friends have every desire111 words
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Article32 1911-02-10 109 (Supplied by Reuter.) Increase in Imports and Exports. London, 8th February.-The monthly returns for January show an increase in the imports of £6,785,087 and in the exports of £2,927,716.32 words
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Article145 1911-02-10 109 (Supplied by Reuter.) To Fight the Epidemic. London, 7th Fed.—A telegram from Tokio states that the Japanese officials are leaving to investigate the plague in Manchuria and that the Government is granting a million yen to help to fight the epidemic. Britain Sends Expert. In response to145 words
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Article61 1911-02-10 109 (Supplied by Reuter.) Assassins Captured. London, 8th February.—A telegram from Teheran states that Sanie-el-Dowleh, the Persian Minister of Finance, who was shot by two Armenians on his return from the Mejliss, has died from his wounds. The Palace police captured both assassins, who are Russian subjects. The61 words
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Article73 1911-02-10 109 (Supplied by Reuter.) Awaiting Cremation. London, 6th Feb.—A telegram from St. Petersburg states that the deaths from plague at Kwang Cheng Tse, Manchuria, are a hundred daily. Four thousand corpses are still awaiting cremation. Mountains of Corpses. The situation in other towns is equally terrible. Mountains of73 words
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Article29 1911-02-10 109 (Supplied by Reuter.) Retirement. London, 6th Feb.—A telegram from Seattle says that the boxer Tommy Burns, who has injured his knee, is retiring permanently from the ring.29 words
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Article40 1911-02-10 109 (Supplied by Reuter.) King’s Graciousness. London, 6th Feb.—His Majesty the King received in audience at Buckingham Palace the two German divines who are visiting England in connection with the movement to foster friendly feelings between England and Germany.40 words
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Article147 1911-02-10 109 Dr. Tuck Not Dead. We are glad to believe that the rumour of Dr. Tuck’s death is not true. The rumour was circulated on Jan. 16th by the Ti Ching Press Association, but on the 17th the Waiwupu authoritatively informed the Peking Daily News that it was not147 words
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47 1911-02-10 109 He was working on the Silau Tua Estate, and was stabbed to death a fortnight ago by a Javanese coolie who has been arrested. The murdered man’s name was Arnold. Inquiries are proceeding.47 words
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Article645 1911-02-10 109 Sir Evelyn Wood was born this day 73 years ago. His name may not be so familiar to Echo readers as are names like Peter the Painter, Dr. Crippen, Winston Churchill, or Sun Yat Sen, but it is a name that can fill this column645 words
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Advertisement54 1911-02-10 109 Absolutely Safe. When you have a cold get a bottle of Chamberlain s Cough Remedy. It will soon fix you up all right and will ward off any tendency toward pneumonia. This remedy contains no opium or other narcotic and may be given as confidently to a babv «d ’l£i±54 words
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Article17 1911-02-10 110 lias been nominated to be a member of the Sanitary Board, Kuala Lumpur.17 words
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Article15 1911-02-10 110 from Perak, has taken up a planting appointment at Ulu Yam.15 words
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Article48 1911-02-10 110 will be sorry to hear that Mr. E. T. C. Garland has received a wire from Home informing him that his father, the Rev. N. A. Garland, died at Tunbridge Wells. The Rev. Mr. Garland had reached the ripe age of 95.48 words
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Article42 1911-02-10 110 Lieutenant-Governor of Papua, was leaving England at the end ot last month to resume his official duties. He win travel to China by the Siberian Kailway, and will visit the Straits Settlements and Australia before proceeding to42 words
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63 1911-02-10 110 for 1QH 7 voiomai estimates lor he Secretary of State notes with great an^ SUre of returning prosperity witL ex ,P. r sses his appreciation of the care wmeh the estimates have been preparof tl a^S0 to learn63 words
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Article1038 1911-02-10 110 Young-Macdonald. At the Presbyterian Church, yesterday, the marrige of Miss Grace Eileen Dora Young, daughter of Mrs. Pykett, to Mr. William Elder MacDonald, of the Penang Free School, son of the Rev. Duff MacDonald, m.a., b.d., was solemnized by Bishop Oldham, d.d., of the Methodist Episcopal Church, assisted1,038 words
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Article155 1911-02-10 110 Mr. J. L. Humphreys, the Sitiawan Magistrate, who has now gone to Johore had an interesting last day on the Bench,’ on the 6th inst., according to one of our planter friends. The proprietor of a Tamil Wa vang char ed four prominent white men with dist urb155 words
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Article95 1911-02-10 111 Lawn Tennis Tournament. The following were the result* of the ties played yesterday ChampionshipBailey scratched to Mercer. Double Handicap. Class A. Waugh Goldie beat Ivens RHenderson 6—3 5 —7 6—1. Double Handicap. Claes B. Brugh Newton beat Lamb Lungley 4— f); 6—3. Mixed Doubles. Mrs. Bailey Whitlock95 words
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Article172 1911-02-10 111 Although unaccompanied by authenticative details, this letter deserves to be made an exception of Penang, 9th Feb. Dear Sir, As the drain in Carnarvon Street was extended about two months ago and since then there is no drainage being done. The water in the drain is hardly imovable,172 words
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Article150 1911-02-10 111 (From Our Correspondent.) Feb. 8. Mr. R. G. Watson, the new British Resident, Perak, is here to-day, having come over from Taiping to choose sites for the new public buildings to be erected in this place. Mr. F. A. Vanrenen, lately Inspector of Schools, Selangor, and formerly an150 words
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Article300 1911-02-10 111 Writing on the Penang meeting irI the sF P an occasional correspondent say s. St. Brendan's connections are understood to have made quite a coup on their griffin, something like S12 000 on the two races It reminded one of the days T ord Bill Beresford would swoop300 words
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Article39 1911-02-10 111 Mr. W. Hamilton is now Secretary of this popular institution. Mr. J. R. Brown, who has been a most satisfactory Secretary for eight years, is getting a farewell gift from the members, practically every one subscribing.39 words
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Article18 1911-02-10 111 tend to confirm the falsity of the rumour that Dr. Tuck had succumbed to plague.18 words
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61 1911-02-10 111 contains as its leading article an important contribution from the Editor on the subject of legislation against the dissemination of pests. There is an interesting contribution regarding rubber cultivation in German Colonies and a number of other technical and general articles, together with61 words
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67 1911-02-10 111 The total cargo is over 19,000 tons, divided among the consignees as follows Per s. s. Gryfevale from Australia 6,000 tons for Adamson, Gilfillan per Arciduca Stefano from Calcutta 5,700 tons for Macbeth and Barrett; per Dorothea Richmers67 words
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Article109 1911-02-10 111 of the F. M. S. Museums Department, is on his way to join the Dutch exploration expedition in New Guinea. His services have been granted to th® Dutch authorities for four months and he will proceed with all necessary equipment and a contingent of Dyaks who109 words
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Article340 1911-02-10 111 The first general meeting of the Ulu Johan Mining Syndicate, Ltd., was held on Tuesday at Messrs. Maxwell and Kenion’s office, Ipoh, at 10 a.m Dr. P. Q, Edgar (the Chairman) presiding. The Secretary (Mr. J. Descraques) having read the notice convening the meeting, The340 words
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Article45 1911-02-10 111 {Echo Special.) January Crops. Kuala Lumpur 9th Feb.—The rubber crops of the under mentioned estates for January were as follows Sungei Choh 7,000 Seremban 34,165 Sungei Salak 5,265 Pajam 2,140 Rantan Panj ang... 646 Inch Kenneth 19,252 Kajang 880 Glenshiel... 7,423‘ Carey United 10,75045 words
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Article28 1911-02-10 111 (Supplied by Reuter.) Gray Creates a Record. London, 9th February. —The Australian boy billiard player Gray made a record break of 1,402 in a match against Diggle*28 words
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Article17 1911-02-10 111 {Echo Special.) Singapore Quotes. Singapore, 9th Feb. —To-day’s marke price of black pepper is $15.75, buyers.17 words
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Article52 1911-02-10 112 Cashier s Suicide. (Echo Special.) Swallows Carbolic Acid. Singapore, 9th Feb.—Jacob AM, Cashier of Messrs. E. Meyer Co., committed suicide by swallowing carbolic acid in his office at noon to-day. A warrant was issued for his arrest earlier in the day for, it is alleged, criminal breach of trust of52 words
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Article62 1911-02-10 112 (Supplied by Reuter.) Printer Refuses to Publish It. London, 9th February.—The printer of the journal Liberator, in which were published the libels on the King, has refused to continue to print it, and has informed the editor that, otherwise, some of his best customers threatened to withdraw their62 words
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Article29 1911-02-10 112 (Supplied by Reuter.) German Minister at Peking. London, 8th Feb.—Von Hax-Thausen, of the political department of the German Foreign Office, has been appointed Minister at Peking.29 words
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Article67 1911-02-10 112 (Supplied by Reuter.) December 12. London, 8th Feb. —It is stated that the Coronation Durbar will take place on or about December 12, at any rate before the Mohorrum festival. The details of the visit have not yet been settled. At the conclusion of the Durbar their Majesties67 words
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Article42 1911-02-10 112 {Supplied by Reuter.) The British Expert. London, 8th Feb.—The British Government is sending to China Dr. Reginald I ar rar, Medical Inspector to Local Government Board, to investigate the plague epidemic. Dr. Farrar has had considerable plague experience in India.42 words
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Article28 1911-02-10 112 (Supplied by Reuter.) Japanese Expedition. Wn- n Feb.—A telegram from Vjllington states that the Japanese Expedition ship Kainan Afaru has arrived •hereen route to the Antarctic.28 words
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Article114 1911-02-10 112 Penang, 10th February. By courtesy of the Chartered Bank. London, Demand Bank 2/4 6 4 months’ sight Bank 2/4| 3 Credit 2/4[J 3 Documentary.. 2/4 Calcutta, Demand Bank Rs. 174| 3 days’sight Private 1751 Bombay, Demand Bank Moulmein, Demand Bank 173J 3 days’sight Private 176| Madras, Demand Rank 1745114 words
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Article212 1911-02-10 112 Gold Leaf $64.60 Black Pepper no stock White Pepper 24.50 nom. Trang Pepper 16.25 noin. Cloves 43. sellers Mace 95— nominal Pickings 104.— sellers Nutmegs 110s 4.50 sales f No. 1 6.— sales Sugar 4 2 5.90 mZes (.Basket 5. nom. Tapioca Flour 1.55 nominal Copra (mixed) 9.25 fozyers212 words
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Obituary42 1911-02-10 112 Obituary. {Supplied by Reuter.) Earl Cawdor. London, 8th Feb. —The death is announced, at the age of 64, of Earl Cawdor, for a long time Chairman of the Great Western Railway which he converted from a secondclass concern into a flourishing company.42 words
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Advertisement73 1911-02-10 112 GUNS I GUNS GUNS!!! High Grade Guns with all the latest improvements, At Very Low Pricks. All sportsmen should send for catalogue, which may be had post free, on application. Our Model No. <520 HAMMERLFSS GI N is the heat value in the world. Twist barrels, left choke, crv»s bolt73 words
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Advertisement342 1911-02-10 112 fUagp’ My f/AI V jlgl A W WffiM mPI Too Old at Forty. Not feeling so young now,” many a man remarks when he reaches his forties.” Not so active, not so keen mentally; limbs feel stiff and rusty, yhif? back aqtes, and his hands tremble. Ihis failing at forty342 words
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