The Straits Echo (Mail Edition), 4 August 1911
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Title Section20 1911-08-04 1 THE STRAITS ECHO MAIL EDITION. 115 Per Annum. Single Copy, 40cents Vol. 9. Penang, Friday, 4th AUGUST, 1911. No. 31.20 words
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Advertisement268 1911-08-04 1 j CONTENTS. X X X x x i v x v X X X y X X 'I X Leaders: page. Miscellaneous: page. No Leader To-day 649 Wasted Ceremony 651 Adversaria 653 Killed by Lightning 651 5 What Price Sincerity 656 Fire 651 x x Port O’ Penang.., 663 Weather268 words
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Advertisement157 1911-08-04 2 0 i J THE i STRAITS EC HO i k MAIL EDITION. I■ I Published the day prior to the departure of each mail for Europe, and contains ihe latest local and States news originally published in the daily issues, as well as all important news from various parts of157 words
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Article1904 1911-08-04 649 The Echo-man came in at ten this morning, followed by two tambies carrying baskets of beer. He announced that the Editor would not be likely to turn up to-day, and took a brass side-stick and burst open the drawer where the Chief keeps his cigars. Turnbull saw1,904 words
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Article2209 1911-08-04 650 AUTUMN MEETING. $312 Dividend. The weather conditions yesterday were distinctly unfavourable. The sky was overcast when the programme started and shortly before the third race it began to drizzle steadily with intermittent bursts of storm. The going, good at first, became heavy as racing progressed. The day2,209 words
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Article129 1911-08-04 651 Maxwell’s Stern Chase. V A gUa r r r °f. honour was drawn up at ik 1 ie thlS raornin g to await H ham pl an f°k Kedah He Wentto Swetten ham Pier, thence to the Esplanade and got iD a Sampan Tho Ke <* ah left129 words
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Article91 1911-08-04 651 Lightning killed three people in Noordin Street Ghaut, Penang, yesterday evening. r mises Nos. 3 and 5 were struck. The lightning came through the ventilation openings of the two shop houses which adjoin and struck two women in No. 5, and one in No. 3. All the91 words
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Article90 1911-08-04 651 There was a call at 3.30 this morning to Nos. 114—117 Carnarvon Street. The Brigade was promptly on the scene, the petrol motor with the escape arriving first, followed soon after by the Penang Road Engine. Nos. 114 and 114 a were alight when the Brigade arrived, but the90 words
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223 1911-08-04 651 Highest corrected reading of Barometer 29.835 Maximum temperature in Shade 90T Minimum ditto 72®F Rainfall 1.90 in. Prevailing direction of Wind N.W. P.L.R.C. —A further alteration has been made in the date for the next Club day, which is now fixed for Tuesday, the223 words
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Article38 1911-08-04 651 Writ Wai Issued Against Gunn. n Jimah action, in reply to the Judg*, Mr. St. Down said that a wnt was issued against Gunn before his departure but it could not be served. Efho Special.38 words
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Article22 1911-08-04 651 A Find. The Anglo-Java Oil Syndicate has struck oil at a depth of 500 feet at Kembang. Echo Special.22 words
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Article64 1911-08-04 651 Kheng Seng and Mersing. The steamer Khtng Seng bound to Singapore, from Malacca collided early yesterday morning with the Mersing off Pulau Pisang. The Mersing was lieached in three fathoms of water. Thirty-one persons were picked up. Seven are missing possibly they have reached shore. The64 words
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Article98 1911-08-04 651 Keuter. Royal Visit. A telegram from Brussels states that Qaeen Wilhelmina of Holland and the Prince Consort are visiting the King and Queen of Belgium. A banquet was held in their honour at the Palace There were the most cordial speeches, King Albert and Queen Wilhelmina emphasizingKeuter. - 98 words
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Article107 1911-08-04 651 Reuter. Tk« Opi«m Question. During the delate in the House of Cornmon. on the Ind.au Budget. Colonel Yale complained that the Indian people were not compensated for tho lo„ of revenue on opium. He urged the prevention of the Europe ,uor P' l H *“'l cocaine fromReuter. - 107 words
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Article20 1911-08-04 651 Reuter, Rhodes Accepts. I‘li'Klc" lias accepted the invitation of the M. L. C. to go to Australia.Reuter, - 20 words
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Article22 1911-08-04 651 Reul er. Anxiety in India. I here is considerable uniietr telegram from Simla, „<■ h.,. feebleness of tho con der blReul er. - 22 words
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Advertisement75 1911-08-04 651 A Remedy for Croup That is Absolutely Safe. Croup is the most prevalent during the dry cold weather of the early winter months. Parents of young children should be prepared for it. All that is needed is a bottle of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. Many pothers are never without it in75 words
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Article264 1911-08-04 652 Reuter. Anglo-German Relations. Leadersand special articles appear in the papers on the Moroccan difficulty. Some assume an alarmist tone. They testify to the growing anxiety in regard to AngloGerman relations. A statement by Mr. Asquith to-day (Thursday) is eagerly awaited. Statement by Mr. Asquith. Mr. H. H. Asquith, replyingReuter. - 264 words
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Article83 1911-08-04 652 Reuter. Statement by Admiral Sir A. Moore. Admiral Sir, Arthur William Moore, commanding at Portsmouth, announces that certain battleships and cruisers of the Atlantic Fleet are returning to Portsmouth in order to give leave to the crews, which means that they will be in Portsmouth for aReuter. - 83 words
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Article155 1911-08-04 652 Reuter. Albania. The debate in the House of Commons was continued. Various subjects were raised. Sir Edward Grey, Foreign Minister, in reply to a question referring to Albania, expressed anxiety and regret in regard to«the situation there. He intimated that the continuance of British support of the newReuter. - 155 words
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Article332 1911-08-04 652 Reuter. Exciting Scenes At Halsbury’s Dinner. No list was given to the Press in connection with the dinner to Lord Halsbury. The Morning Post gives the names of 31 peers and 49 members of the House of Commons among the 400 present. It was a most enthusiasticReuter. - 332 words
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Article20 1911-08-04 652 Reuter. English Visit. Their Spanish Majesties have arrived in London, ex-King Manoel of Portugal visited King Alfonso.Reuter. - 20 words
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Article988 1911-08-04 652 Owing to the heavy shower of rain yesterday afternoon which made the ladies huddle together under shelter, we did not get a very satisfactory view of the dresses, so can only mention a few. Mrs. Evans ami her daughters were again present. Mrs. Evans was988 words
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Article211 1911-08-04 653 To the Editor of the Straits Echo Sir, While travelling by the 4.27 down train from Prai yesterday afternoon, I saw there were more than 20 second class passengers, besides two first class European passengers. As the second class compartment has only 16 seats, a few of the211 words
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Article745 1911-08-04 653 A. B. Population of the Colony by Race. Population of the Three Large Towns by Race. Settlement of Singapore. Settlement of Penang. Settlement of Malacca. Whole Colony. Singapore M inkipalttv. Penang Municipality Mala, ea Mun. ipalio Persons M F P M. F. P. M. F. P.745 words
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Article1111 1911-08-04 653 M.JI. A week or so ;lgo we chissified F. W. Knocker, the old country’s Rubber Expert-in-Chief, as bl up er Scienlijiciu, and now the Straits Tunes has gone some lietter. It refers to “the genial but gaseous Knocker, whose knowledge of the rublxT industry is like the linguistic accomplishmentsM.JI. - 1,111 words
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Advertisement80 1911-08-04 653 A Remedy for Croup That is Absolutely Safe. rou P is the most prevalent during the ’fry cold weather of the early winter months. Parents of young children should be prepared for it. All that is needed is a bottle °f Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. Many Mothers are never without it80 words
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Article177 1911-08-04 654 Mr. Quah Beng Kee Nominated. A public meeting was held at the Chinese Town Hall at 1 p.m. yesterday to nominate a Municipal Commissioner to till the vacancy on the Board caused by the death of Dr. P. V. Locke. The following gentlemen were present:—Messrs. Lira Seng Hooi,177 words
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Article142 1911-08-04 654 Daily Telegraph. The appointment of Sir John Anderson to the post of Permanent Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies in succession to Sir Francis Hopwood, has created a good deal of surprise in Civil Service circles, as it was believed in many quarters that the choice wouldDaily Telegraph. - 142 words
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Article225 1911-08-04 654 M JI. “Delilah of the White House,” Winnipeg, Tuesday A regrettable incident is reported by the leading newspiper of Saskatchewan, in connection with a recent meeting held by Mr. Borden, the Opposition leader, at Moosejaw, a place where a considerable exAmerican population exists. Mr. Bergeron, a formerM JI. - 225 words
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Article1024 1911-08-04 654 T A g a M a.Messrs. Fisher Unwin must think Penang readers somewhat out of <]'?„ riiey have sent us for review a book nnh hshed in 1907. Now in four years books are not only dead but damped and we would have been seriously annoyed had1,024 words
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Article486 1911-08-04 655 Kuala Kangsar is very happy to-dav, judging by the look in everybody’s face I We have reason to be so, because the popular Sultan is back, —back from a voyage to England, which is still in the mind, of Malays a difficult journey to undertake. From one o’clock486 words
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Article660 1911-08-04 655 —S.T. Gov BE x MESI r B v EXBE Okeati y Exceeds Estimates. for Penan tn l 110 re P l l*‘ r 'His period ror Penang than was anticipated The an EvanX'r^n 111^ b the th/7:. K r oun< ill(,r an<l lai 'l before W—S.T. - 660 words
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Article112 1911-08-04 655 Healer, Halsbury s Supporters. I In- organisers of the Halsbury banquet refuse to publish the list of peer supporters. h a Division is Forced.” The VoiZ understands that the majority has been withdrawn. It is stated that Viscount St. Aldwyn is pledged to lead ntty peers toHealer, - 112 words
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Article32 1911-08-04 655 Reuter. Purchased By the British Government. The British Government has purchased lhe "mrmp am, <,f Baamn mt whowmtl,.. loin i av tlon I" 1 over a courao of 1,010 miles.Reuter. - 32 words
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Article168 1911-08-04 655 Reidrr, Evidence of National Unity. The London Press emphasises that a feature of Mr. Asquith's atld Mr. La.four s statements wih the evidem-o of Nation il Unity. t interprets Mr. Asquiths speech as meaning that there is ample grout. I for a fair l'.an,m-f;,.rm m.just,and that there i. thatReidrr, - 168 words
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Advertisement39 1911-08-04 655 Best Treatment for Whooping noopmg cough is not dangerous when ft?*- S kept loose and expector ition edv V lv; ng Chamberlain’s Cough Rerndf fi v as l jeen Use lin many epidemics e y all Dispensaries anl Dua.ers.39 words
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Article11 1911-08-04 656 Reuter. Settled. The Cardifl «trikes have been finally settled.Reuter. - 11 words
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Article62 1911-08-04 656 Reuter. Sherman Laws To Be Enforced. A telegram from Washington states that Mr. Wickersham, the Attorney General, announces that the Department of Justice is planning the immediate prosecution of all trusts and monopolies which an* not dissolving or otherwise taking steps to obey the Sherman laws asReuter. - 62 words
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Article1438 1911-08-04 656 Thackeray was born a hundred years ago this month, and the Home papers have, as James Douglas puts it, sickened us with indiscriminate eulogy.” It is safe to say that James Douglas wall have sickened some of his Morning Leader readers with his discriminate sincerity. Sincerity makes1,438 words
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Article142 1911-08-04 656 With reference to section 3 of Ordinance XI of 1907 it is notified in the Government Gazette that the Medical Council of the Straits Settlements and of the Federated Malay States consists of the following members Nominated by the Governor.—W. G. Ellis, m.d. (Brux.) m.r.c s., l.s.a. (Lond.)142 words
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Article241 1911-08-04 656 -P. P. There are several, matters of public interest on the agenda of the Legislative Council called for Friday next. The Acting Colonial Secretary will introduce his adjourned motion for the setting aside of $6,000 for making advances bearing interest at 6 per cent, per annum to the-P. P. - 241 words
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Article1703 1911-08-04 657 AUTUMN MEETING. Closing Day. Saturday brought a very successful Autumn Meeting to a close. The day was fine and cool and there was perhaps the best attendance of the three days,- the crowd around the semaphore being especially large. There were some very exciting finishes. The Federal1,703 words
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Article798 1911-08-04 658 “A braw nicht, a braw boos", ,1 braw entertainment, an ab jen a’, gran value jist aboot sums up ma impression o Saturday night’s Concert,. Av coorse, bein conne'kit wi’the Pre.", 1 didna hae ti pye or open m i pooch m onv wye, bit798 words
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426 1911-08-04 658 Sixteen Reasons. Because of the popular price. Mr. James Stark was the organiser. Mrs. Brunel Norman and Mr. Anthony w r ere such good accompanists. Mr. Davidson is so funny. when Mr. Brett was making the Clrnese wavang too long, down came the426 words
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Article971 1911-08-04 658 On Saturday, the last dav of the Par the weather was ideal, the ladies were mt’ afraid to spoil their pretty dresses, so were some fresh frocks. erß T rB A E T S "T a daint v aD| l white spotted voile, with a lace vest971 words
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Article336 1911-08-04 659 A Disclaimer. A telegram from Colombo states that Mr. Andrew Fisher, the Commonwealth Premier, who was informed that his interview published in the Review of Reviews had caused a sensation, became agitated and described it as a grotesque misrepresentation. What Actually Happened. He has despatched a cable336 words
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Article73 1911-08-04 659 Renter. Parting Message. of hk "l™ 1 J in a on the eve bl h L d f o P arture 88 id that he would carrv tin k un f^- ettable memories of the Coronatreatraent be reived from the British Government. He added I was greatly impressed byRenter. - 73 words
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Article25 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. Relaxation of Tension. The general relaxation of tension is apparent in the comments of the France and German Press on Mr. Asquith’s speech.Reuter. - 25 words
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Article52 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. Return from Norway. The Kaiser has arrived at Swinemunde on his return from his trip to Norwav. Chancellor and Foreign Minister Meet Him. Dr. von Bethmann-Hollweg, Imperial Chancellor, and Herr von Kinderlen Waechter, Foreign Minister, have gone to Swinemunde to report on the situation in Morocco toReuter. - 52 words
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Article31 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. All The Powers Will Participate. A telegram from Washington states that all the Powers have ngreed to participate in the Opium Conference at the Hague on October 1.Reuter. - 31 words
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Article27 1911-08-04 659 Renter. Relapse. Sir Francis Younghusband, who fractured his leg a few weeks ago as the result of a motor accident, has had a relapse.Renter. - 27 words
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27 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. Masterman Returned. Following was the result of the by-elec-tion at Bethnal Green, B.W.: Masterman (Liberal) 2,745 Hofgaard (Unionist) 2,'61 Scurr (Socialist) 134Reuter. - 27 words
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Article36 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. Won By Arnst. A telegram from Sydney says that the world’s sculling championship has l>een won by Arnst who lieat Pearce bv four leqgths. Ihe time. 19 min. 46 secs., is a record.Reuter. - 36 words
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Article36 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. Results. Notts won its match by 289 runs. Lancashire drew its match. Warwickshire won its match by 198 runs. Middlesex M an innings and 211 runs. Kent won its match by four wickets.Reuter. - 36 words
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Article47 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. Government to the Relief. A telegram from St. Petersburg states that owing to the failure of the harvest in South East Russia and the Silierian steppe region the Government has decided to sell corn at cost price ami to organise relief works.Reuter. - 47 words
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Article128 1911-08-04 659 Reuter. Naval Agreement. A telegram from Ottawa states that, in the Canadian House of Commons, Sir Wilfrid Laurier laid on the table the naval agreement lietween Great. Britain, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. It provides for naval services in the dominions exclusively under the inspection of theirReuter. - 128 words
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Article39 1911-08-04 659 The Ex-Shah's Price. r °m Teheran states that the Mejhss has decided to offer £16,500 (the amount, of pension he forfeited by his return) for the ex-Shah, dead or alive' Smaller sums are offered for his two brothers39 words
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Advertisement39 1911-08-04 659 How to Cure Muscular Rheumatism. It is worse than mtek-fs to take any medicines internally for muscular or chronic rheumatism. All that is needed is a free application of Chamberlain’s Pain Balm. For sale by all Dispennariee awl lAsdurs39 words
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Article510 1911-08-04 660 A Denial. Lords Waldegrave, Roliert-and Churchill deny that they attended the Halsbury banquet though their unifs were published. Bai.four and Lansdowne Strong. The Daihj Mail and other papers give prominence to the resolution of the Conservative Association assuring Mr. Balfour and Lord Lansdowne of their unflinching support. The510 words
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Article433 1911-08-04 660 Report of Official Assignee. Mr. P. F. David in his annual report on the Bankruptcy Department for 11’1 says that the receipts derived by Government from his department during the year was *28,547.90 and the expenditure $19,975.74. The revenue was made up as follows Singapore. Penang. (a)433 words
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Article2725 1911-08-04 660 ANNUAL REPORT. Mr. J. S. Mason, in his annual report on Kelantan, says Administration. Mr. J. S. Mason, the British Adviser was in charge of the State throughout the rear There were many changes in staff ’both among European and native officers’ Mr Thomson who had been Assistant Adviser2,725 words
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Article705 1911-08-04 662 Mr. F. J. Pigott, Colonial Engineer, in his annual report on the Survey Department, j Penang, says The staff at the commencement of the year consisted of the following Officers Pensionable Staff. One Senior Surveyor. Two District Surveyors. Two Assistant Draughtsmen. One Assistant Surveyor. Two Draughtsmen. One705 words
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Article1219 1911-08-04 662 FALSIFIED ESTIMATES. By Comet in the Free Preet. For some considerable time it has been apparent to all who follow closely the outputs of Rubber Estates, that the anticipated expansion is not forthcoming. The discrepancy has been entirely credited to the dry weather, and undoubtedly this has1,219 words
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Article1316 1911-08-04 663 Unfortunately for the wellbeing of the Parish Pump, the recent journalistic visitor who called Penang an easy-going place was not unjustified. tt is to a great extent a place where employers work hard to get rich and g°t out, while their employees plug hard to kill time1,316 words
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Article84 1911-08-04 664 Lawn Tennis Tournament. Following were the results of the ties played off yesterday Championship. Mercer beat Syer, 6—o; 6—L Single Handicap, Claes A. Neubronner beat Whitlock, 6—2 6—o. Single Handicap, Class B. Pledger w. o. from Ezechiel. Harries w. o. from Ritchards. Double Handicap, Class A. Sells Forrest v*.84 words
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110 1911-08-04 664 Highest corrected reading of Barometer 29. *•5B Maximum temperature in Shade 91°F Minimum ditto 74 F Rainfall Nil. Prevailing direction of Wind W. Congratulations to Dr. and Mrs. Bright on the birth of a daughter. Df.li Ponies.—The s.s. Cornelia from Deli landed 10 Deli110 words
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Article99 1911-08-04 664 Resolution of S. C. of C. The Singapore Chamber of Commerce has passed the following resolution in regard to the Ports Bill. In view of the existing facilities for free shipping and the landing of small merchandise over certain areas and foreshores it is to be regretted that99 words
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Article33 1911-08-04 664 Reuter. Rennie and Harrison Lines. The Shipping Gazette learns that the Harrison line has acquired the controlling interest of the Rennie line but the business will Ije conducted as Rennie’s as hitherto.Reuter. - 33 words
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Article57 1911-08-04 664 Reuter. Dissolves. A telegram from Ottawa states that the Dominion Parliament has been dissolved and will re-assemble on October 11. Reciprocity. Sir Wilfrid Laurier, in his election address, is appealing on behalf of reciprocity which will not impair British preference and may eventually help to further friendly relationsReuter. - 57 words
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Article291 1911-08-04 664 Reuter. Defence Committee's Report. The report of the Committee of the Imperial Conference which was convened to discuss defence on June 14—17 has been published. It says that the Imperial general staff had made considerable progress during the two years of its existence. As soon as the formationReuter. - 291 words
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Article115 1911-08-04 664 Reuter. Franco-German Negotiations A telegram from Berlin states that it i. stated in official quarters that the Forei™ Minister is fully satisfied with his Conference with the Kaiser and will continue the negotiations as before. Predictions of a change of attitude owing to the Emperor’s concihatoriness are therefore falsifiedReuter. - 115 words
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Article54 1911-08-04 664 Reuter. TwoJ Meetings on Friday. It is necessary to hold two no-surrender meetings on Friday owing to the demand for tickets. Lord Halsbury and Mr. Austen Chamberlain will be the chief speakers at the Chelsea Town Hall; and the Earl of Selborne, Mr. F.E. Smith and SirReuter. - 54 words
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Article29 1911-08-04 664 Reuter. World’s Record. In the Mile Amateur Championship at Berwick, Taylor, of Battersby, beat Hatfield by tenlyards in 23 min. (sic) 35| secs. This is a world’s record.Reuter. - 29 words
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Article308 1911-08-04 664 July 28th. Mr. J. Hollywood, Chief Inspector of Police, has I regret to hear, been confined to the Hospital at Batu Gajah for the last one week or so. To-day he went to Singapore for a change. Father Michael, a Roman Catholic Chinese priest, of Singapore, is expected to308 words
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Article279 1911-08-04 665 The usual hunt after the Race Meeting came off yesterday afternoon in glorious weather and was a pronounced success. Twenty-four well mounted riders turned up at the Parade Ground all looking keen A few minutes after the advertised hour for the meet the President, Mr. J. F.279 words
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Article265 1911-08-04 665 13th July. Some anxiety is being felt here for the health of H. 1!. the Sultan of Perak, who is, I regret to say, indisposed just now. I may add that of the party from Perak who went to England, H. H. was the only one who returned265 words
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Article411 1911-08-04 665 below we give an analysis of the three days racing from which it will be ««n that Gabell was the most successful jockey, Fenn successful trainer, and Mr'. Khaw Joo lok the owner who secured the largest number of wins. M inning Jockeys. Jockeys. 2 3 Gabell ].j411 words
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Article561 1911-08-04 665 29th July. Mis Highness the Sultan and suite who returned from England on Thursday morning passed through I'.»iping th»- une dav bv special train winch arrived here punctual to scheduled time, viz.. 1 o’clock. Mr. Oliver Marks, Secretary to Resident, travelled down with the party from Penang as far561 words
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Advertisement35 1911-08-04 665 Stubborn Goughs Do not allow a cold to linger as it indicates some throat or lung trouble. jhe timely use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy will avoid all danger. For sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.35 words
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Advertisement33 1911-08-04 665 Source of Slceplemesj. The most common ctuse of insomnia is diwrders of the stomach. Chamberlain* Stoimchand Liver Tablets cornvt Hwmj disorders and enable you to slqep. For -laie bv all Ditpemaxies wl IKmUth.33 words
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Article1306 1911-08-04 666 I Q M We begin to suspect that the public is nearly as much interested as we are in the fining of an editor for defaming one of the Courts of the country in which his paper is published. Otherwise, as we are reluctant to adito a colleague’s humiliation,I Q M - 1,306 words
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Article173 1911-08-04 666 Of Horsey Men’s Assault Case. The case against Bellamy, a bookmaker tor voluntarily causing hurt to F ra i’ Clark, was called this morning in the sernna Urt V Ohborne bad Ge elsewhere Mr. J. C. Sugars sat in his place. Mr. Maxwell R. Thornton appeared for173 words
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Article142 1911-08-04 666 Walker Practice Shoot. a tn TJ ns 8 8a Miss Joan Smith *33 30 63 Mrs. Wright-Motion. *32 31 63 Miss Thornton *3l 31 62 Wemyss *27 28 55 Mrs. Liston 25 30 55 Miss Jones *3l- 21 52 Mrs. Gore Anderson. *2B 24 52 Miss Mclntyre 18 29142 words
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Article101 1911-08-04 666 Lawn Tennis Tournament. Following were the results of the ties played off yesterday Championship. T. A. Godby w. o. from D. A. M. Brown. Godwin w. o. from Davidson. Single Handicap, Class B. Syer beat I vens, 8-6; 5-7; 6—2. Kitchen beat Osborne, 6—3 6 —2. Hindley beat Bruce,101 words
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Article183 1911-08-04 667 Globe. Sir Walter Egerton, the Governor of Southern Nigeria, who presided over a dinner to the officers of that important Crown Colony, has seen considerable advance in its conditions since he assumed the Governorship in 1906, says the Globe. He is fifty-three years of age, and an. Globe. - 183 words
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Article75 1911-08-04 667 Ayer Elam Intake— During the month 10'10 inches. Maximum in one day... 219 Number of rainy days. 9. Waterfall Intake— During the month 10 76 inches. Maximum in one day... 399 Number of rainy days. 9 July Rainfalls. Ayer Etam Intake— During the month 305 inches. Maximum in75 words
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Article41 1911-08-04 667 July Output. The July output of the Tongkah Harbour Tin Dredging Company was as follows Dredges No. 1, working 105 hours, 65 pls 2, 384 506 v 3, 547 491 d, 652 854 »5 06 M ,o/8 Total 2,49841 words
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167 1911-08-04 667 -P. P. Highest corrected reading of Barometer 29.88 Maximum temperature in Shade 90 c F Minimum 7i.s°F Bainfall -40 inch Prevailing direction of Wind N. E. Drought in Krian.—Except lor occasional showers the weather in Krian is very dry. The water supply in hydrants-P. P. - 167 words
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Article1839 1911-08-04 667 MEETING OF PENANG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. Strong Conhem nation. A special general meeting of the Penang Chamber of Commerce was held at the Chamber yesterday afternoon to discuss the Settlements Ports Bill. Th -Hm Mr. George M.tcbain presided. The others present, besides the Hon. Mr. Roliert Young,1,839 words
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Article38 1911-08-04 668 Chetties and SmallPox. Summonses Dismissed. The summonses against the Singapore Chetties for not reporting small-pox were dismissed as it was impossible for them to report the outbreak, they being secured in the house by the Inspector. Echo Special.38 words
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Article95 1911-08-04 668 Buffs Win. In the final of the Singapore Football Cup, which was played on the Esplanade on Monday, the Buffs beat the Wanderers by one goal to nil. Extra time was allowed. It is contended that the referee had no power to order such extra time. [The95 words
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Article256 1911-08-04 668 Reuter. Discussion Postponed in the Commons. The Parliament Bill will not be taken by the House of Commons till the Bth inst. Lansdowne’s Letter. Lord Lansdowne in a letter to the Earl of Camperdown points out that he has advised his* supporters to abstain from voting whenReuter. - 256 words
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Article51 1911-08-04 668 Reuter y Admiralty Pays £7,120. Naval Cadet Archer Shee, who was dismissed on July 29, 1910, on the wrongful ch trge of theft, writes to the papers to say that the Admiralty, under the award of L ed Mersey, has paid him £7,120 as costs andReuter y - 51 words
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Article146 1911-08-04 668 Sir Arthur Young. Captain Sir Arthur Young, K cm r, Chief Secretary, F M S, has been appoi nt J Governor of the Straits Settlements i u succession to Sir John Anderson, g c m g Reuter The appointment of Sir Arthur Young will be welcomed by146 words
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Article67 1911-08-04 668 Reuter. Second Reading in the Lords. The House of Lords passed the second reading of the Appellate Jurisdiction Bill. Lord Haldane said that the measure lays the foundation of a single court of appeal for the whole empire by combining the court of appeal of the LordsReuter. - 67 words
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Article67 1911-08-04 668 Reuter. Trusts Arranging to Dissolve. A telegram from New York states that in order to comply with the anti-trust decision of the Supreme Court, the Standard Oil and the American Tobacco Company are arranging plans for a dissolution. It is expected that this will be carried out beforeReuter. - 67 words
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Article15 1911-08-04 668 Reuter. Some Results. Leicester won its match by an innings und. 129 runs.Reuter. - 15 words
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Article59 1911-08-04 668 Reuter. Denounced by An Ex-Minister. A telegram from Ottawa states that exMinister Clifford Sifton has issued a manifesto that he will not be a candidate for the coming election but he denounces reciprocity and hopes that thousands of Liberals will be patriotic enough to put country before party andReuter. - 59 words
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Article47 1911-08-04 668 Reuter. (Regarding the Ex-Shah. A telegram from Teheran states that the British and Russian legations have sent an identical note declaring that they had frequently admonished the ex-Shah to abstain from political agitation. They add tha since he was now in Persian territory they cannot intervene.Reuter. - 47 words
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Obituary83 1911-08-04 668 Necrology. Abbey the Artist. f The death has taken place, at the age oi 58, of Mr. Edwin Austin Abbey, R. A. [The deceased who studied in the Philadelphia Fine Arts stands in the foremost rank or ailirw j painters of historical and subject pictures. > > c- ;u£ lish83 words
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Article51 1911-08-04 669 Reuter. Successful American Treatment. A telegram from Washington states that owing to the prohibitory law Government is unable to accede to the request of Great Britain to send forty South Borneo Lepers to the Philippines Leper Colony where marked success has been obtained by treating the disease on Charlotte’sReuter. - 51 words
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Article24 1911-08-04 669 Reuter. Carolina Mills Shut Down. Owing to the drought 152 cotton mills in North and South Carolina have been shut down.Reuter. - 24 words
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Article346 1911-08-04 669 A Strike. The London dockers’ dispute has developed serious proportions. At noon all the men at Tilbury except those under the Port of London authority struck work. The number it is said runs to thousands. Reuter. Tin Ore. —The s.s. Janet Nicoll brought 765 piculs of tin ore.346 words
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Article507 1911-08-04 669 iwwoMhe Chinese Clumber of Corn., Ul)t lh particular interest in the Ports Bill, and wo not found Chinese vieWg (sV at. We have consulted several whose usiness gives them a direct personal interest in the working of the Port, ami thev in. pear to endorse what we507 words
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Article763 1911-08-04 669 In the fourth annual report of the Pu mg Bharu Tin Mines, Limited, we notice a wad about the F. M. S. export duty on tin. It runs: “Towards the end of last year, the Federated Malay States Government re lu -1 the export duty on Tin by763 words
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Article729 1911-08-04 670 C. R. C. t'M. Crescent. The first match of this season was played off yesterday evening on Victoria Green between the C. R. C. and the Crescent. Mr. Bjuchanan refereed. The teams lined up as follows C. R. C.— Goal, Lira Guan Hoe Backs, Foo Joo Wan and729 words
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Article341 1911-08-04 670 Lawn Tennis Tournament. Following were the results of the ties played off yesterday Ladle» Double Handicap. Mr. A. F. G. Anderson Mrs. Watson beat Mr. F. Daniel Mrs. Cunningham, 5_7 6-4; 6-3. Mrs. Ebden Miss Palmer vs. Mrs. Kinder A Miss Jones (Unfinished.) Mixed Double Handicap. Mrs. Wright-Motion Ivens341 words
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Article637 1911-08-04 670 The International Rubber Exhibit;,■ London may not have Iteen X V popular shows” of au eventful season bm there is a concensus of opinion amonJ rubber people that in its practical anl scientific aspects it has been an undoubted success. Much good work has been dZ m connection637 words
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Article127 1911-08-04 671 Who “capers nimbly in a 1 idy’s chaml>er To the lascivious pleasing of a lute” Hath no more joyance than the present poet In the undulate outlines o’ the fruit Of his latest wooing ’Tis a brown complexioned mistress With rounded charms all satin smooth. (Such sweetly127 words
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Article201 1911-08-04 671 An interesting Conference of Chinese students has taken place in London. It opened on 11th July with a general reception at the Hotel Cecil to meet H.E. the Chinese Minister, Lew Yuk Lin. The first general meeting followed next morning at the same centre, when there201 words
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Article265 1911-08-04 671 Thus the S.F.P. on the action of the referee in allowing extra time in the Singa- I pore Cup final between the XV anderers and Buffs I. Then came another of those mistakes I which has been the distinguishing feature I of the present cup competition.265 words
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Article350 1911-08-04 671 ENTRIES. Following are the second entries for the laipiug races First Day. Race I. Kes Tor. Race 11. Millionaire, Bon Bon, Damfino, Tegora ami Aman. Race 111. Hatteras, Castro, Chesterbrook, Benevo* lence, Melodist, Too Late and Honevbear. Race IV. Lady Helen and Rotter. Race V. La Parola,350 words
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Article81 1911-08-04 671 The following were the outputs from the Caledonia group of Estates fur the tnontl of July P' tnii)') S'Ufar E-dute*, Co., Ltd. Caledonia Estate 2 5 ,500 Sabrang 800 Strathmashie 2t>o 29,560. Tali Ayer Rubber Eetatea, Ltd. Tali Ayer Estate 15,700 Straits Rubber C»., Ltd. Gedong Estate t>4,00081 words
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Article451 1911-08-04 671 The sptn'ial correspondent of the Financier, writing from Penang, says all the old sugar estates are now sweet on rubber. Sugar is not a bad catch-crop for rublwr, especially on these old ostites, having every facility for han Hing and converting the cane. Much rublxsr in the451 words
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Article35 1911-08-04 672 Reuter. Another Death. A young English airman, Gerald Napier, in a trial flight at Brooklands yesterday evening* was thrown out of his machine and killed. The passenger he was carrying escaped with a shock.Reuter. - 35 words
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Article26 1911-08-04 672 Reuter. Agreement Reached. Turkey has practically reached an agreement with Albania and the Montenegrins and is now inducing the refugees to return to their homes.Reuter. - 26 words
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Article44 1911-08-04 672 Reuter. Pressman Expelled. The Moorish authorities have expelled from Agadir the Daily Express correspondent, Ostler, and another Englishman. The Daily Express correspondent at Tangier says that the commander of the German man-of-war Berlin offered to intercede on Ostler’s behalf but this was declined.Reuter. - 44 words
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Article50 1911-08-04 672 Reuter. Splendid Behaviour of Boy Recruits. The Canadian cruiser Nwbe has been ashore on the coast of Nova Scotia since Sunday. She is settling down at the stern. 190 boy recruits have disembarked. The boys, who behaved splendidly when the ship struck, have been sent to Hallifax.Reuter. - 50 words
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Article52 1911-08-04 672 Reuter. London Cold Storage Wharf Ablaze. A tire took place at the Union Cold Storage Wharf iu London. The firemen were overcome by the fumes of ammonia and burning eggs and provisions, Twelve were rendered unconscious, including the Superintendent who was seriously frozen as the resultReuter. - 52 words
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Article28 1911-08-04 672 Reuter. Some Results. Yorkshire won its match by 225 runs. Lancashire and Yorkshire drew their respective matches. Essex won its match by an innings and 228 runs.Reuter. - 28 words
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Article97 1911-08-04 672 Reuter. Morley’s Letter. Lord Morley’s letter says that the decision of the Lords will probably be taken on the 9th inst. He points out the peculiar circumstances of the situation due to a hostile faction and a small minority aiming at the rejection cif the Bill notwithstanding theReuter. - 97 words
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Article20 1911-08-04 672 Bright.—At Portadown, County Armagh, on Sunday July 30th, the wife of Dr. W. N. Bright, a daughter. [By Cable.]20 words
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Article118 1911-08-04 672 Penang, 3r> August. By courtesy of the Chartered Bank. London, Demand Bank 4 months’ sight Bank 2/4} 3 Credit 2/4| 3 Documentary.. Calcutta, Demand Bank Rs. 1744 3 6ay«’ sight Private 175$ ’tinnbav. Demand Ban» 17 Moul mem, Demand Bank l~3s 3 days’ s'gbt Privare 176 Madras. Demand Bunk118 words
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Article215 1911-08-04 672 Gold Leaf -$64.60 Black Pepper no stock White Pepper 2 >.50 buyers Trang Pepp ir 20.—now. Cloves 42. nominal Mace L’B nominal Pickings 103— lellers Nutmegs 110 s. 22.— sellers (No. 1 5.80 sales Sugar 2 5.6) sal a k Basket 5.10 nom. Copra (mixed) 9 93 buyers Tahbun215 words
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