The Straits Echo (Mail Edition), 12 May 1911
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Article416 1911-05-12 381 Lord Hugh Cecil has just said in the House of Commons that that House is, in a large measure, a corrupt assembly.” Let us speak the truth,” he said, apparently forming for him a new habit, and went on to criticise its levity, its party feeling, its indifference416 words
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Article500 1911-05-12 381 It is possibly only a coincidence that after the Echo had on the Ist of May warned local readers against attaching too much importance to Hongkong rumours regarding Canton the Straits Times two days later should express the belief that the rising” at Canton would turn500 words
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Article142 1911-05-12 381 1 heir Imperial Highnesses Prince and Princess Higashi Fushitni, who are travelling incognito, earuoashore yesterdavevening at a quarter to four by the Government launch Booby which was placed at their disposal. 1 hey were accompanied by Madame Miyaoki, Mr. Mirayama, Secretary of the Household of Prince Fushimi, Dr.142 words
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Article436 1911-05-12 381 The following transfers have taken place since Inspector Mann’s departure on 12 months’ leave:— Inspector O’Neill from Magazine Station to 1 itt Street Station. Sergeant Phillips from Magazine Station to Marine Station. Sergeant Brereton from Pulo Tikus Station to Magazine Station temporarily. Sergeant Redrup from Marine Station to436 words
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Advertisement100 1911-05-12 381 gjypio Straits Echo wiWM. Justice jatisfies every body, and justice alone.— Established June Ist, 1903. Published daily (except Sundays.) AT THE CRITERION PRESS, Ltd., Na 226— 232, Beach Street, Penang. PRICE: DAILY LOCAL 824 per aaamn OUTSTATION Postage Extra. pun, EDITION (Post Free) 815 CABLE ADDRESS: Echo—Penang.” Telephone No. 343.100 words
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Article711 1911-05-12 382 C.R.C. w. M.R.C. The semi-final Cup Tie match lx: tween the C.R.C. and the M.R.C. was played off yesterday on the Esplanade before a large and enthusiastic crowd. The weather was fine at the beginning, but it began to drizzle shortly after and at half-time there was a711 words
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Article542 1911-05-12 382 Mr. C. J. Saunders, Secretary for Chinese Affairs, opens his report for 1910, which is published in the current issue of the F. M. iS. Gazette with statistics of the movement of the Chinese population in the F. M. S. During 1904, 1905 and 1906 the excess of542 words
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Article400 1911-05-12 382 (From Our Own C&rrespandenE) Taiping, 2nd May The next clerical and book-keeping exami. nation is to be held at Taiping and the various centres on Wednesday, 24th May The Resident returned from Teluk Anson yesterday afternoon. He was absent from headquarters about ten days, visiting Tarafi Ipoh and Teluk400 words
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Article81 1911-05-12 382 Results of operations during the month of April, 1911. Output— Tributer’s Ore Pls. 90.55 Mine Ore 3,688.66 I Total Output 3,779.21 V’clluc Tributer’s Ore 4,727.17 Mine Ore 8 218,045.37 Total Value 222,772.54 Estimate Profit Tributer’s Ore S 955.00 Mine Ore 8 115,045.00 Total Profit 8 116,000.0081 words
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PUBLIC OPINION.
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Article276 1911-05-12 383 To the Editor op the Straits Echo. will be the first anniversary of the death of our beloved King Edward VII, d I think that it is a very suitable oppor--40 'tv to draw public attention to the Memorial which we are hoping to erect in is true276 words
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Article125 1911-05-12 383 The following appointments were notified in the F.M.S. Gazette —H E. E. L. Brockman, c.m.0., to administer the Government ofb.S. and to be High Commissioner for F.M.S. during the absence of Sir John Anderson, g.c.m.g. '£Mr. W. It. 11. Chappel and Mr. E. B. Skinner to act as125 words
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Article43 1911-05-12 383 Supplied by Reuter.} Turkish Defeat. telegram from Edem p a «t f l hat five battalions under Tir/i a w “ile marching from Gusinje narrow dAfi? re packed by Albanians in a t s 9eTOrol aud at T^ e ‘““‘•gentaSupplied by Reuter.} - 43 words
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Article124 1911-05-12 383 (Supplied by Reuter.} Bremond At Fez. London, 4th May.—Despatches from Fez, dated April 28, received at Paris state that Major Bremond arrived there after four days continuous and victorious fighting. He lost thirty in killed and missing and left the tribes in the rear unsubdued. The road to Tangier(Supplied by Reuter.} - 124 words
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Article98 1911-05-12 383 (Supplied by Reuter.} Question in Parliament. London, May s.—ln the House of Commons yesterday Mr. Ramsay Macdonald asked whether the Colonial Office was insisting upon steps being taken to remed v the Municipal abuses in Singapore. Colonial Secretary's Reply. Mr. L. V. Harcourt replied: The Governor of(Supplied by Reuter.} - 98 words
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Article392 1911-05-12 383 (»u,ppHed !> t licit, e. Lloyd George’s Proposed. Bill. London, sth May.—ln the House of Commons Mr. Lloyd George introduced an elaborate scheme of insurance against invalidity, sickness and unemployment. It is proposed that work people bo compelled to contribute to the fund, men at, the rate(»u,ppHed !> t licit, e. .) - 392 words
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Article192 1911-05-12 383 Our affectionate respect for the mernorv of the late King Edward VII is a fruit of conviction rather than of -entiment, ami we readily endorse the remark of our Honourable Resident Councillor, that, we do not need a memorial to make us remember him. It occurs to us192 words
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Article309 1911-05-12 383 We are always pleased when w ~t a contemporary a good word lor th,_ nese. Consequently when the Greyouhtu. an American pap-r, healed an arlic|.-’ “Commonsense m China,’’ we g| mce<l down it hopefully. N< thing ip-aki ho of th th<- new civil zation in China309 words
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Obituary21 1911-05-12 383 Necrology. (Echo Special.} Mr. W. Macbean. lJn Dg T r sth Ma y —Mr. William Macdead* f Union Insurance Society, is21 words
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Article385 1911-05-12 384 Punch'» admirable picture of two gutter boys watching a suffragette procession is recalled by Reuter’s message to-day. I expect we shall have to give it ’em,” says one gamin to the other. Parliament passes the second reading of the Bill in much the same mood, apparently. Votes385 words
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Article215 1911-05-12 384 We wish they would drop it. Twice this week we have heard people discussing people, not their mental or moral characters, but their social value as represented by what their parents were not It’s so damsilly, that sort of thing. We, personally, are a Penang institution. Penang could215 words
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Article227 1911-05-12 384 A story in a woman’s journal may be expected to be fairly trustworthy regarding feminine psychology. If so, the following extract may be interesting to local theorists and Sherlock Holmeses ‘Don’t you dare to touch me’,” screamed the girl The girl, distracted and infuriated, waited for227 words
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Article320 1911-05-12 384 The Revised Figures. We (M. M.) are informed that the revised figures of the population of Kuala Lumpur Town are: Males 33,031 Females 13,683 Total 46,714 This is an increase of 44.2 per cent, on the population of 32,381 as shown in the Census report. The European and320 words
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Article645 1911-05-12 384 Suspicious Characters from Straits Settlements. 8 Mails in from' Hongkong, this mornin, bring details of the attack at the Yamm/S the Canton Viceroy on April 28, the China Morning Post giving the following information Since the assassination of the Tart General Fu Chi it is well-known that645 words
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Article643 1911-05-12 385 Why Cargo is Delayed. The following letter sent to the editor f the Malay Mail would seem to show th it the growlers themselves are partly responsible for the delay in the discharge of cargo a t Port Swettenham. The letter says The s.s. Peshatcur completed discharging her643 words
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Article661 1911-05-12 385 A representative of the South China Morninj Post was accorded the privilege of meeting Admiral Togo on board th»* Kamo Maru at Hongk ng. In outward appearance the hero of Port Arthur and Tsushima, who was quietly dressed in a light grey suit and white waistcoat, was661 words
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Article222 1911-05-12 385 Ali A Pari- dsjv i) t Lm i j ~1 pipcr sty- th ,t full 1 uai’ I. r. tr the Fren di i ap.t i •..n t. f it SeriuUS < oil-pl I' I V di Tie J ..,j ,j I f French regime in222 words
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Article420 1911-05-12 385 We (lx''oilier s Rubber ,1 ‘w.-j uuder.-tand that Mr. Francis Pear>, the General Manager of Lanadron, will lx* leaving f ir China shortly with the object <>l perfecting arrangements in conn’ction with tins importation of Chinese Labour on the same fines as is now done in respe t420 words
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Article273 1911-05-12 386 (Echo Special.) April Crops. Klumpur, sth May.—The April rubber crops of the undermentioned estates were as follows: Kam pong Kuantan... 2,835 lbs. Chota 1,800 Kepong 5,000 Krian 4,700 (4 months =18,385 lbs. against 8,425 last year). Chersonese 7,072 Dennistown 3,447 Highlands 37,157 Sungei Krian 1,700 River Side 2,824 Sungei273 words
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Article67 1911-05-12 386 (Echo Special.) Tamil Immigration Bill. Singapore, 6th May.—At the meeting of the Legislative Council yesterday, the Hon. Mr. Braddell, Attorney General, speaking on the Tamil Immigration Bill, said that the existing fund was insufficient to meet the disbursements and, therefore, the assessment was raised to a maximum of67 words
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Article57 1911-05-12 386 (Supplier by Reiuci Will She Get It. London, 6th May. —The Times states that the Redmondites claim from Great Britain a lump sum of <£15,000,000 as a nest egg with which to start an Irish Exchequer apart from annual contribution. This, with the question of the extent(Supplier by Reiuci .)'■ - 57 words
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77 1911-05-12 386 (Supplied by Reuter.) Second Reading of Bill Passed. London, 6th May.—The House of Commons, after a listless debate in which the Ministers did not take part, passed by 255 votes to 88 the second reading of the Bill granting the parliamentary franchise to women householders. The(Supplied by Reuter.) - 77 words
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Article63 1911-05-12 386 {Supplied by Reuter.) British Government’s Application. London, sth May.—Sir Edward Grey, Foreign Secretary, speaking in the House of Commons, said that Government had applied to Persia for an option to construct a railway in the south west of Persia with British capital, but he could not now make{Supplied by Reuter.) - 63 words
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Article33 1911-05-12 386 (Supplied by Reuter.) Victory of Notts. Loudon, sth May.—Notts beat the M.C.C. by 66 runs. And Surrey Also. London, 6th May.—Surrey County won her match by an innings and 46 runs.(Supplied by Reuter.) - 33 words
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Article63 1911-05-12 386 (Sup]died by Reuter.) Army Airship Wrecked. London, sth May. —The Army airship, Le Bandy, was wrecked at Farnborough. It appears that while descending it got out of control and got foul of some trees. It burst with a loud report and lies a complete wreck enveloping a three-storey house(Sup]died by Reuter.) - 63 words
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Article52 1911-05-12 386 (Supplied by Reuter.) Cabinet Crisis. London, sth May.—A telegram from Constantinople states that the Minister of Finance has resigned. Other Ministers, also representing the advanced section of the Young Turks are expected to resign as the result of dissensions in the party which resulted in the victory of(Supplied by Reuter.) - 52 words
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Article429 1911-05-12 386 (Supplied by Reuter.) Universally Approved. London, sth May.—Mr. Lloyd George’s Insurance Bill w r as read a first time. Its general principles received cordial and universal approval. The State Contributions. London, 6th May.—The state contributions in regard to Mr. Lloyd George’s Scheme of insurance will be «£2,500,000(Supplied by Reuter.) - 429 words
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Advertisement63 1911-05-12 386 The Best Plaster. A piece of flannel dampened with Chamberlain’s Pain Balm and bound on to the affected parts is superior to any plaster. When troubled with lame back or pains in the side or chest give it a trial and you are certain to lie more than pleased with63 words
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Article1149 1911-05-12 387 I We do not want to be unjust to a possibly useful body of men. It is quite likely that our local ricsha peons do a lot of work that has not come under our notice. What we have noticed is that they pay practically no attention to1,149 words
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Article395 1911-05-12 387 Ricsha Coolie Killed. A carriage accident, resulting in the death of a ricsha coolie, took place in Campbell Street yesterday afternoon. It appears that a four-wheeled trap belonging to Mr. Goh Taik Chee was turning from Buckingham Street, into Carnarvon Street when the harness supporting the shaft» burst.395 words
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Article564 1911-05-12 388 P. B. C. vs. M. R C. The P. R. C. and the M. R. C. played off their Cricket Tournament match on the Esplanade pitch on Saturday afternoon. The Mohamedans played with eight men only and succeeded in compiling 43 runs towards which score Sheena Madar and564 words
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Article201 1911-05-12 388 A Tamil Shot. What are supposed to have been attempts at rubber thefts on the New Amherst Estate, about eight miles from Kuala Lumpur, have resulted in a tragedy, a Tamil coolie having been shot dead. The circumstances appear to be that a week ago201 words
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Article333 1911-05-12 388 Says the Straits Times Through the instrumentality of Mr. Tan Kheam Hock, a steam trawler named the Golden Crown, commanded by a European master trawler with a European mate on board, has been purchased from Mr. Lim Chin Tsong, the well-known Rangoon millionaire and owner of the333 words
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Article458 1911-05-12 388 Good Show in Campbell Street Undeterred by that awful word, which U harder to say than Chrononhotonthologr jB we went to the Tek Soon Theatre in Camb’ bell Street, and enjoyed as good 5 moving picture show as we have seen anywhere. No flicker. No rubbish. No old458 words
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Article169 1911-05-12 388 In our issue of last Friday we said that the receipts of the Band from engagements during Jan.—April just fell short of the receipts during a corresponding period las) year, That is not correct. The Band did much better than that and during the first four months of169 words
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Article1491 1911-05-12 389 8. F. P. ORDINARY MEETING, FRIDAY, MAY, 5. Present. ni« Excellency the Acting Governor, E. L. n Brockman. Hon’ble the Col Secretary. A. H. Lemon. 1 the Attorney-General, T. de M. Braddell. the Col Treasurer, W. C. Michell, the Col. Engineer, F J. Pigott. Dr. F. B Croucher,8. F. P. - 1,491 words
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Article434 1911-05-12 389 The January Bulletin of the Pan-American Union contains a most interesting paper by Charles Melville Brown on cocoanuts in the Americas. He says At the present day, on the Islands of the Bay of Panama, such as Coiba, Coibita, Jicaron, Montuosa, Ladrones, ami along the south-western434 words
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Article297 1911-05-12 390 Result of the Draw. There were seven subscrilxjrs for the sixteen Penang Turf Club griffins imported for the July meeting. Three of these horses were rejected. A sweep of 110 a ticket resulted in 210 tickets being •old. The following six gentlemen who took tickets in the sweep297 words
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Article210 1911-05-12 390 A general meeting of the Chinese Produce Exchange, Singapore, was held in the Exchange room (Change Alley) on Friday for the purpose of electing office bearers for the ensuing year. The following gentlemen and firms were elected, namely.—President, Mr. Tan Cheng Tee; Vice President Mr. Aug Hock210 words
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Article20 1911-05-12 390 {Echo Special.} Copra. Singapore, Bth April. —To-day’s market prices are as follows Sundried copra $9.60, no buyers. Mixed $9.3020 words
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Article37 1911-05-12 390 {Echo Special.} General Meeting. Klumpur, 7th May. —The adjourned general meeting of the Selangor Club took place on Saturday evening, Mr. J. O. Anthonisz presiding. The accounts and estimates were passed. There was little discussion.37 words
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Article52 1911-05-12 390 {Supplied by Reuter.} A Tour of Inspection. London, Bth May.—A telegram from St. Petersburg states that General Vernander, Inspector-General of Engineers, has started on a tour of inspection to the Far East. He joins the Russian Minister of War at Vladivostock where important conferences will{Supplied by Reuter.} - 52 words
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Article62 1911-05-12 390 {Supplied by Reuter.} No Trace of Rebels.” London, Bth May.—A telegram from Constantinople states that the Commander-in-Chief at Yemen reports that the rebels have evacuated, and the Turkish troops have occupied all the fortified positions hitherto surrounded or held by the rebels. The whole village has{Supplied by Reuter.} - 62 words
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Article63 1911-05-12 390 {Supplied by Reuter.} No Cabinet Dissensions. London, Bth May.—Mr. H. H. Asquith, the Premier, speaking at Manchester, denied that there were dissensions in the Cabinet on the subject of Home Rule or that the Irish were making exorbitant financial demands. The Conservatives, he said, did not realise{Supplied by Reuter.} - 63 words
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Article19 1911-05-12 390 {Supplied by Reuter.} Armistice Broken Off. London, Bth May.-General Mvl ero rebel commander, has broken o ff’£ armistice.{Supplied by Reuter.} - 19 words
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Article196 1911-05-12 390 {Supplied by Reuter.} Vallon Killed. London, Bth May.—A telegram free Shanghai states that the French aw M. Vallon fell from a great height andva killed. How the Accident Took Plaee. Singapore, Bth May.—A telegram fron Shanghai states that Vallon had circled tte race course at an{Supplied by Reuter.} - 196 words
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Article47 1911-05-12 390 {Supplied by Reuter.} Teaching the Young Idea Etc. London, sth May. —A telegram fron Harbin to St. Petersburg states that the Chinese Minister of Education has issued order for the introduction of obligatory nastic instruction, Military drill, and shying in the secondary and elementary scboca{Supplied by Reuter.} - 47 words
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Article41 1911-05-12 390 {Supplied by Reuier.} Projected South Siberian London, 7th May.—A telegram fro® Petersburg states that the Minister o munications has submitted a bill o construction at the expense of the a South Siberian mainline, connec the trans-Siberian and Taskend rai{Supplied by Reuier.} - 41 words
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Advertisement51 1911-05-12 390 The Best Plaster. A piece of flannel dampened with berlain’s Pain Balm and bound n affected parts is superior to any When troubled with lame back or p* the side or chest give it a trial an certain to be more than prompt relief which it affords, all Dispensaries and51 words
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Article1550 1911-05-12 391 The Sum 0 Free Press believes itself to v ..Pitber solitary in respect of asserting <ar i s a Divine function.” It thinks sentiments must seem terribly hetefT It believes that war is the Divine teme fo r securing the due progress of the rD, ution of races, and1,550 words
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Article425 1911-05-12 391 There is a tale of a Japtnese policeman, finding a man on a level crossing, with both legs cut off by a passing train, pulling out a notebook, and demanding his name, address, nationality, Ac. Ac. To-dav we are informed that a Penang policeman left the riesha425 words
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Advertisement68 1911-05-12 391 Shov’d Be Pleosird to take. When a me Ireijre must Is, given to young children it should Ire pleasant to" take. Ch imb‘. hin-Cough u i■; mai* h>m loaf -uga ami the root-u- lin tsprepiration give it a flavor similar to maple -vrup, maki"g it pha-ant to tire*, ft rl68 words
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Article241 1911-05-12 392 Quick Fibimo Wastage, JO ji >. >. *4 M Miss Joan Smith 13 16 29 Mn. Wright-Motion 13 14 27 Gore Anderson 13 10 23 Miss MacDonald 11 8 19 Wemyss 9 10 19 Smith 9 9 18 Mrs Elxlen 2 11 13 Miss Hogan 10 2 12 Starr241 words
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Article135 1911-05-12 392 The Perak Division, M. S. V. R., shot for the Broinhead-Mat thews Shield on Sunday, on the Taiping Range. The new figure targets were used at 200 and 500 yards, and an 18 inch bulls-eye-target at 600 yards. The scores were as follow’: X X X '■d rp135 words
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Article384 1911-05-12 392 General Meeting. The second ordinary general meeting of The Dispensary Ltd., was held at the offices of the Secretaries, Messrs. Evatt <& Co., this morning, when in addition to three directors, (Mr. A. M. Stewart, and Drs. J. Kirk and C. H. Hertz) eight other shareholders were present.384 words
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Article128 1911-05-12 392 The obsequies for the late Mr. Koh Seang Tat will be paid on the 14th inst., with all proper dignity. The relatives have been fortunate enough to get official permission, by courtesy of the Resident Councillor, for the cortege to proceed direct from Light Street,128 words
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Article1357 1911-05-12 392 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. The first annual general meeting of the Ayer Kuning Rubber Estate, Ltd., was held at the Chamber of Commerce yesterday afternoon, Dr. T. C. Avetoom presiding. The other gentlemen present were Messrs. A. S. Anthony, A. M. Sellar (p.a. for J. M. Sellar) A. F.1,357 words
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Advertisement53 1911-05-12 392 Causes of Constipation. Sedentary habits, lack of outdoor exercise, insufficient mastication of food, constipation, a torpid liver, worry and anxiety, are the most common causes of stomach troubles. Correct your habits and take Chamberlain s Stomach and Liver Tablets and you will soon be well again. For sale by all53 words
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PUBLIC OPINION.
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Article79 1911-05-12 393 To the Edkok of the straits Echo. Dear Sir, —Will you be so good as to notify in your paper that all subscriptions for the King Edward Memorial Fund should be sent to Mr. T. B. Peterkin, the Honorary Teasurer at the Mercantile Bank, and that79 words
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Article76 1911-05-12 393 It is notified that, in accordance with the provisions of section 3 of The Government Savings Bank Ordinance 1907,” the Post-master-General, with the consent of the Governor, establishes, with effect from the Ist June, 1911 the District Post Office, Jasin, Malacca, the District Post Office, Bukitl ambun,76 words
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Article303 1911-05-12 393 New Kelantan Datohs. The Malay Mail Kelantan correspondent states Rumour has it that Tnche Mohamed Gazah, Nik Pa, Haji Nik Mud ami Haji Nik Mat will be made Datohs on the installation day of His Highness the Raja as Sultan. Inche Mohamed Gazali is a very useful303 words
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Advertisement52 1911-05-12 393 The Best Plaster. <3 A anue l dampened with Cham8 T’ain Balm and bound on to the Wh parts is to an y plaster, th with lame back or pains in orc^est it a trial and you are more th an pleased with the which it affords. For sale by52 words
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Article125 1911-05-12 394 (Echo Special.) Meeting at Kuala Lumpur. Klumpur, Bth May.—Sir Arthur Young, the Chief Secretary, presided at the meeting of the Federal Council to-day. Tamil Immigration Enactment. The principal business was the consideration of the Tamil Immigration Fund Enactment. A certificate of urgency was produced and the bill, which125 words
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Article56 1911-05-12 394 (Echo Special.) Showery Weather. Singapore, 9th May.—The weather is showery. Following are the tips for to-day Opening Stakes. —Santos or Darbey Dale. Lawn Stakes. Lossie. Pavilion Stakes. —Stroine or Zanibar. Grand Stand Stakes. —Dalrymple. Fort Stakes. —Dark Ronald or Troubador. Coronation Cup.—Durbar or Grey Plume. First Griffin Race. Spitfire56 words
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Article120 1911-05-12 394 (Supplied by Reuter.) Lansdowne's Bill. London, 9th May.—Lord Lansdowne presented in the House of Lords his Reform Bill proposing a new chamber composed as follows: (1) 100 peers, elected by their compeers, from peers who have lieen and are holders or ex-holders of high office, Army(Supplied by Reuter.) - 120 words
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Article75 1911-05-12 394 (Echo Special.} Singapore Municipality Will Assist. Singapore, 9th May.—The prospectus of the Cluny Dairy Farm has been issued with a capital of $200,000 in 8100 Shares. The Company will acquire the Spring Dairy at a price of 817,000 of which *>lo,ooo will be paid in cash and75 words
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Article41 1911-05-12 394 (Su]/plied by Reuter.) English and American Universities To Meet. London, 9th May.—An athletic meeting in which Harvard, Yale, Oxford and Cambridge universities will take part has been arranged to take place at the Queen’s Club next July.(Su]/plied by Reuter.) - 41 words
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Article90 1911-05-12 394 (Supplied by Reuter.) Conference not this Year. Loudon, Bth May.—A telegram from the Hague states that in all probability the International Opium Conference will not be held this year. New Opium Agreement. The Opium Agreement between China and Great Britain was signed to-day. The 1907 arrangement will be continued(Supplied by Reuter.) - 90 words
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Article38 1911-05-12 394 (Supplied by Reuter.) April Figures. London, Bth May.—The trade returns of April show a decrease in the imports of £7,705,244, mainly in giain, flour, cotton and wool and an increase in the exports of £400,241.(Supplied by Reuter.) - 38 words
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Article64 1911-05-12 394 (Supplied by Rearer.) No Border Warfare. London, Bth May.—Fearing complications, General Madero, the insurgent leader has ordered the forces to witlidraw from the border and with his own force intends to march southwards, the objective bein<r Mexico City. Manifesto by Diaz. London, Bth May.—President Diaz has issued a manifesto(Supplied by Rearer.) - 64 words
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Article390 1911-05-12 394 (Supplied by Reuter.) France Feeling Her Way. London, Bth May.—The French papers have launched a Ballon d'essai, evidently for the purpose of testing the views of Germany, suggesting a column advance to Fez which is to remain there only three days. "E pur si muove.” —Two hundred and seventy(Supplied by Reuter.) - 390 words
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Advertisement56 1911-05-12 394 Try It Once. Now is the time to get rid of your rheumatism. You will find Chamberlain’s Pain Balm wonderfully effective. It is also an excellent liniment for lame back, stiffness and soreness of the muscles; sprains and bruises. One application will convince you of its merits. Try it. For56 words
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Article1213 1911-05-12 395 The Bangkok Times says there is a Chinese Question in Siam. The Chinese have been 30 i o ng in Siam that we should have thought there °was also a Chinese Answer there, admitting that the Bangkok Times is nearer to the situation, and consequently in a1,213 words
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Article1238 1911-05-12 395 P. C. C. tw. C. R. C. C. R. C. Still Hold the Cup. A magnificent game was seen on the Esplanade yesterday evening by a very large crowd, when the P. C. C. and the C. R. C. played off their final tie for the Cup.1,238 words
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Advertisement53 1911-05-12 395 Causes of Constipation. Sedentary habits, lack of outdoor exercise insufficient mastication of food, constipation’ a torpid liver, worry and anxiety, are the most common causes of gtomach troubles. Corre-t your habits and take Chamlx-rlain’s Stomach ami Liver Tablets and you will soon be well again. For sale by all Dig.53 words
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Article251 1911-05-12 396 It has l>een decided to hold the Gymkhana this year on June lOtli and the following programme has been drawn up. Event No. 1 Distance Handicap. Open to horses and ponies bona fide property of meml>ers of the Hunt Club. Weight to be declared at time of251 words
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Article95 1911-05-12 396 The order of events for the P. C. C. Gymkhana which is timed to start at 2.15 p.m. sharp on Saturday is as follows: 1. 100 Yards Scr. 2. Long Jump. 3. 100 Yards Handicap. 4. Bicycle Race. 5. Putting the Shot. G. 100 Yards (Scr.) Final. 7.95 words
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Article78 1911-05-12 396 The following is the result of the Ladies’ Presgrave Cup for May. Mrs. Peterkin 4 up Winner. J. A. Brown 2 Edwards 1 C. G. May all square. Dunn 3 down. Heim 8 Ebden 8 Tennis Tournament. Members are reminded that the entries for the above tournament78 words
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Article1712 1911-05-12 396 Story of the Attack From the Hongkong Telegraph w e the following account of the riain Canton. Canton, April 28. lor the last few days rumours have 1«, current that a rising of anarchists iZJ take place. Although the local authorZ had taken every precaution against a1,712 words
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Article115 1911-05-12 397 (Echo Special.) "iThe Gemas Affair. Klumpur, May 9. —A remarkable story of the gang robbery a’ Gemas, on March 5, was related at the Seremban Assizes yesterday, when 21 Chinese were charged with bei g concerned in the affair. Organised Attack. The evidence of the115 words
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Article21 1911-05-12 397 (Sqro/i'/d Ay Raider.) At Brussels. London, 10th May.—President Fallieres has arrived at Brussels. He was given a splendid reception.(Sqro/i'/d Ay Raider.) - 21 words
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Article47 1911-05-12 397 (Supplied by Reuter.) Liberals Secure the Seat. London, 10th May.—Tho by-election at Barnstaple, where a vacancy w;us created by the appointment of Mr. E. J. Soares as Comptroller of the National Debt, has resulted as follows Baring (Liberal) 6,239 Parker (Unionist) 5,751 Liberal Majority 488(Supplied by Reuter.) - 47 words
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Article39 1911-05-12 397 (Supplied by Render.) More Questions in Parliament. London, 10th May.—Mr. L. V. Harcourt, Colonial Secretary, replying to Col. Yate stated that the Military contributions by the Straits and Hongkong do not cover the cost of their garrisons.(Supplied by Render.) - 39 words
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Article63 1911-05-12 397 (Supplied by Reuter.) King London, 10th May.—There was a brilliant scene at the Newmarket meeting. His Majesty the King arrived at the nve course in a motor car and looked happy and well. Pintadean, carrying King Edward’s colours, started favourite at 2 to 1 agst. in the(Supplied by Reuter.) - 63 words
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Article49 1911-05-12 397 (Si.njji <1 Reubr.) Fierce Fighting. London, 9th May.—Notwithstanding the fact that an armistice has lieen re-arranged t he Mexican rebels attacked Juarez yesterday evening. There was fierce fighting and it is reported that four were killed and nine wounded on the American side of the frontier.(Si.njji <1 Reubr.) - 49 words
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Article, Illustration527 1911-05-12 398 (Echo SpecMl.} First Day's Results. Singapore, May 10. —The Singapore May Meeting opened in fine weather. There was a downpour when the last race was run. The results were as follows 1. The Opening Stakes. Value $6OO. A Handicap for horses that have never won a stake of527 words
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Article54 1911-05-12 398 (Sujrplicd by Router."} Hereditary Peers. London, 9th May.—-Lord Lansdowne’s Bill in regard to the reform of the Lords limits the power of the Crown to appoint hereditary peers to not more than five annually. Unenthusiastie Reception. London, 9th May.—Lord Lansdowne’s statement was received without a sign of enthusiasm(Sujrplicd by Router."} - 54 words
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Article88 1911-05-12 398 (Supplied by Reuter.} Further Particulars. London, 9th May.—A telegram from Peking states that an annex to the opium agreement says that lists are being prepared of Indian opium stored in Hongkong and in bond in the Treaty ports. This will be eligible for entry during the next seven(Supplied by Reuter.} - 88 words
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Article161 1911-05-12 398 Malaya Branch. At the annual meeting held recently in Penang the following were elected office bearers for 1911 President: Dr. Kirk, Penang. President Elect: Dr. Finlayson, Singapore. Vice Presidents —Singapore, Dr. Gibbs Penang, Dr. Dane Federated Malay States, Dr. Lucy. Members of Council: —Singapore, Dr. Middleton; Dr.161 words
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Article917 1911-05-12 398 A journalist sent hither and thither over the country does not always put up at the best hotels. There is (or used to be) a custom of making on exes.” Allowed second-' class fares, half a sovereign a day for meals and so on, the thrifty reporter917 words
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Article483 1911-05-12 399 The Municipality made a good beginning towards supplying the town with Jungs when it purchased thfe l>ata .‘Krnjunt;Gardens which it is proposed to lay out as a public recreation grounch The idea, we believe, originated with our late Municipal President, Mr. F. J. Hallifax at any rate he was483 words
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Article508 1911-05-12 399 F ive-a-Bide Football. The following alterations have be n mile owing to t.ie inability u f som i; 111O[ p bers to take part learn “A A. Muurin in place of J 'J Tyaok. Team B H. R. Bell in place of V. R. Scully. 1 I>. Druinmond508 words
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Article691 1911-05-12 399 New Features. [TV ritten for the bv A.;Green.] Lue-of our most pronining* youn'g sculptors,» Mr. Arthur Rogers, a.r.cjx., is now upon the creation of a colossal bronze» Statue of King George V. ’This, mdunted upon a loity pedestal, wiil stand atri th>i Summit of tiie m .in691 words
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685 1911-05-12 400 The Bureau of Insular Affairs has issued a very interesting monograph on Coconut Growing in the Philippine Islands, which is the work of the Honourable Dean C. Worcester. It is perhaps the most exhaustive study which has ever been made of the cost of production685 words
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Article545 1911-05-12 400 Sumatra Planters Agitate for Better Treatment. In a recent number of De Planter a paper apparently published in Sumatra in the interests of an Assistant Planters Union) is discussed the reply of the directors of the Teluk Maatschappij Arensburg to their assistants who, a few months previously,545 words
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Article41 1911-05-12 400 (Echo Special.) An Alibi. Klumpur, 11th May.—The hearing of the Gemas gang robbery case is still proceeding at Seremban. The prisoners have given evidence on oath. They all assert they were not in Gemas when the robbery occurred.41 words
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Article35 1911-05-12 400 (Supplied by Heuler.) Disastrous Fire. London, 10th May,—Half the city of Kirin, in Manchuria consisting principally of wooden houses has been burned down. There was immense loss of property and considerable loss of life.(Supplied by Heuler.) - 35 words
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Article82 1911-05-12 400 (Supplied by Heuler.) Rebel Stronghold Captured, London, 10th May.—A telegram from Tangier states that a mohalla made a sortie from Fez defeating the rebels and capturing a stronghold. The Freneh Expedition. London, 11th May.—A telegram from Paris states that M. Berteaux, the Minister of War, explained that the Moroccan(Supplied by Heuler.) - 82 words
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Article35 1911-05-12 400 (Supplied by lieu'er.) Juarez Casualties. London, 10th May.—The casualties at Juarez is estimated at 400. Town Captured by Rebels. London, 11th May.—A telegram from El Paso states that the rebels have captured Juarez.(Supplied by lieu'er.) - 35 words
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Article27 1911-05-12 400 (Supplied by Heater.) Vicar of St. Albans Appointed. London, 10th May.—The Rev. Trollope, Vicar of St. Alban’s, Birmingham, has bees appointed Bishop of Korea.(Supplied by Heater.) - 27 words
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Advertisement65 1911-05-12 400 The Best Plaster. A piece of flannel dampened w ith Chamberlain’s Pain Balm and bound on to the affected parts is superior to any plaster. AV hen troubled with lame back or pains in the side or chest give it a trial and you are certain to !>e more than65 words
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Article65 1911-05-12 401 (Supplied by Heater.) Appalling Scenes. London, May 11.—Appalling scenes took nlace on the stage at a fire in the Edinburgh Empire Music Hall. The audience dispersed in the most orderly manner, the Orchestra playing the Rational Anthem behind the scenes but the performers rushed madly(Supplied by Heater.) - 65 words
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Article40 1911-05-12 401 (Supplied by Heater.) Anglo-French Company's Contract. London, 11th May.—The correspondent of the Daily Telegraph at St. Petersburg states that contracts will shortly be signed by an Anglo-French Company for the reconstruction of the Russian fleet at Nicolaieff.(Supplied by Heater.) - 40 words
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Article67 1911-05-12 401 (Supplied by Heater.) Effect on the Market. London, 10th May.—A telegram from Calcutta says that the big opium dealers declare that they do not anticipate much immediate effect in the market by the new Anglo-Chinese agreement except a strengthening of prices. The consolidated import tax will produce(Supplied by Heater.) - 67 words
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Article117 1911-05-12 401 Penang, 11th May liy courtesy of the Chartered Dank London, Demand Bank 2/ 4 4 months’ sight B ink 2/4 3 Credit 2/4 J 3 Documentary.. 2/4 Calcutta, Demand Bank Rs. 174 J 3 days’sight Private 175| Bombay, Demand Bank 171| Moubnein, Demand Bank 173 3 days’sight Private 176117 words
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Article230 1911-05-12 401 Gold Leaf $64.60 Black Pepper no stock White Pepper 24.6 m/h.-x Trang Pepper 17.75 6/iyerx Cloves 49. nominal Mace I 8 nominal Pickings 99.— nominal Nutmegs 110 s 22 sellers f No. 1 6.10 sales Sugar j 2 600 sales (.Basket 5.10 nom. Copra (mixed) 9.10 f Tahbun 190.—230 words
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Advertisement519 1911-05-12 401 X i i m f A.// '■■ofc Mr. E. D. Morton, of Mandalay. (from a photograph.) My digestion became deranged, and the many medicines I was taking so irritated my stomach that in time I could neither digest nor even retain solid food. I consequently resorted to milk, but this519 words
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