The Straits Independent and Penang Chronicle, 6 September 1890
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The Straits Independent and Penang Chronicle
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Title Section26 1890-09-06 1 The Straits Independent AND PENANG CHRONICLE. PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY. Price 20 Cents. Price 20 cents. VOL. 11. PENANG, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 0, 1890. No. 149.26 words
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Advertisement936 1890-09-06 1 nrsUEAECES. BRITISH INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY, LIMITED. SHIPPING. The Marine Insurance Co., i MAATSCHAPPIJ. Indo-China Steam Navigation limited. NEGAPATAM LINE OF STEAMERS- tub traderaigneoare prepares acoepu r~.„~ Sailing anti wjrecmd Arrival of Steamers. FOR SINGAPORE HONGKONG. Soto Company^ by any first Class Steamer Foß WILL 11 Steamer. From. Expected on.936 words
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Article992 1890-09-06 2 In April last, in commenting on the lines adopted in the formation of the first Advisory Board for Penang, we took occasion to call into question the opinion entertained in certain quarters that the Chinese Secret Societies have been suppressed. Amongst other views we then expressed in992 words
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Article945 1890-09-06 2 (Home papers up to August 8th.) There is good deal of talk concerning the forthcoming visit of the Emperor Of o«»-™*»ay to Rusal». Tim Hamburof >r Gorrespondenz, which a few days ago published n,n article on the journey of the Emperor William to Russia, publishes a second945 words
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840 1890-09-06 2 L. 8f C. Express. A recent decision of: the Supreme Court at Singapore will, it may be feared, have a disastrous effect upon industries in which not only Chinese but European capital, both home and colonial, is largely embarked. That this effect will be temporary.—L. 8f C. Express. - 840 words
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Advertisement248 1890-09-06 2 THE STRAITS INDEPENDENT PUBWSIIEII KVIiRY WKDNESDAJf AND SATURDAY. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION PAYABLE IN ADVANCE. 4. Quarter {Single copy twenty cents. f *IF PAID IN ARREAR 6 for three months, after which term the paper will only J>e "supplied on payment of the arrear.” Postage, 2 cents extra per copy. advertising248 words
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312 1890-09-06 3 It is only a few years ago that Russia was almost entirely dependent upon the United States for its supply of cottou, and in 1887 as much as 50,000,000 dols. worth of American cotton was imported into the Czar’s Empire. Since then, however, the312 words
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1099 1890-09-06 3 The first execution under the new law of the State of New York, which prescribes electricity as the method, took place on the 6th ulto., when a murderer, named Kemmler, was so executed in the State prison at Auburn. The process proved to be very1,099 words
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338 1890-09-06 3 The forty-two days’ fast which Jacques, the old French soldier, commenced at the Westminster Aquarium ou Saturday, June 21, was brought to a successful conclusion ou the 2nd ulto. The Stipulated time expired at four o’clock, but in accordance with his expressed intention338 words
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Article647 1890-09-06 3 Curiosities op Brazilian Currency—A Penny Divided into Five Hundred Parts. Brazilian money is an interesting example of the infinite divisibility of matter, writes Mr. W.R. Lawson from Riode Jutieiro. Ko an petrated on the good old pfenning of the pre-Bismarckian age, but it stopped at647 words
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Article129 1890-09-06 4 (From the Pinang Gazette.) London, Ist September:— An orderly demontration of 40,000 strikers took place m Melbourne on Sunday, the excitement is calming down but trade is at a standstill. London, 2nd September.— Since Friday the Washington Treasury has purchased .>OO,OOO ounces of silver at 119* to 119*(From the Pinang Gazette.) - 129 words
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Article692 1890-09-06 4 (From oar Exchanges.) London, 22nd Auyust. —A -terrific explosion took place this morning in one of the sheds a-t the Government povvdtr mills at Waltham. Two inon were killed. St. Petersburg, 22nd August. —General ■Caprivi conferred with M. de Giers today, but it is generally believed that,692 words
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Article1198 1890-09-06 4 (London <$’ China Express, Aug., 8tli.) Court. —The German Emperor has again been the guest of the Queen at Osborne. On lauding the Emperor said, <f l am delighted to get to England again.” In the company of the Prince of Wales his Majesty took part(London <$’ China Express, Aug., 8tli.) - 1,198 words
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Article1714 1890-09-06 4 To the surprise of everybody, the outward bound P. and O. mail steamer Peshawur, which was only expected here this evening, came in last night, at about 11 o’clock, doing the run from Colombo in the short space of 101 hours. A great many of our merchants1,714 words
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Article126 1890-09-06 5 Penang, 6th September,, 1890. llates rule as follows London, Demand, Bank 3/9f dollar. Do. 4 months sight, Bank 3/10£ Do. 6 Credits 3/10| Do. 6 Documentary 3/11J Calcutta, Demand, Bank Es. 220^ Do. 3U days siglit, Private 223 Bombay, Demand, Bank 220^ Do. 30 days sight,Private 223 Madras, Demand126 words
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Article506 1890-09-06 5 A CHINESE THANKSGIVING. The Editor, Straits Independent. Dear Sir. —I will thank you to allow me space in your valuable paper to express the gratitude and appreciation the Chinese community feel in regard to the action the Government have taken to rid them of Ng Lin Ghee and Choy506 words
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Article177 1890-09-06 5 Arrivals. 4th September.—Per s. s. Purnea, from Singapore:—Major General Sir Charles Warren, g.c.m.g., k.c.b. Mr. N. Keller, Mr. J. E. Elphick, Mr. A. N. Cornelius, and Mr. Grieve. 4th September.—Per s. s. P utiala, from Rangoon :—Mr- and Mrs. F. W. Kelly, and Mr. J. S. Willis.177 words
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Article1034 1890-09-06 5 By a Griffin. “Don’t you think,” said my wife,“that the baby is looking pale I replied that it did nob seem to be any paler than other Penang babies, certainly,” I continued, it has not the colour of some Penang ladies, but I don’t think it has1,034 words
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Article498 1890-09-06 5 A remarkable accident occurred on the 3rd ulto. to au excursion train in the neighbourhood of Innsbruck. The engine and tender having run off the line, three carriages full of passengers were hurled over a bridge iuto the river Inn. As the water was low, the carriages were not498 words
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Article, Illustration357 1890-09-06 6 AUTUMN MEETING, 1890. PRO GRAMME. FIRST DAT. Saturday, 27th September, 1890. I. —Maiden Battak Ponies. Prize 100. 1,000 metres. Weight per scale. Gentlemen riders. 11. —Roadsters. Prize $l5O. 2,400 metres. Weight 75 kg. Gentlemen riders. Ill—Ponies up to 137 cm. (13.2). Prize 125. R. C. Weight per357 words
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Advertisement214 1890-09-06 6 municipal notice. The Municipal Commissioners of George Town, Penaug invite separate tenders for the following 1. Erection of proposed Frnit Market Chulia Street Ghaut, 2. Repairing a portion of the roof of the Town Hall and, 3. Laying of proposed drain in Duke Street. Full particulars can be obtained at214 words
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Advertisement467 1890-09-06 6 HOTEL PObTsALE. Tlie “Taipino Hotel,” Larut, Perak, is for sale, its present proprietor being compelled to return to Europe shortly. The Hotel is favourably known all over the Straits Settlements and enjoys extensive patronage. Good billiard tab e, brand new furniture and every requisite to carry on a successful business.467 words
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Advertisement122 1890-09-06 6 ORIENTAL TIFFIN AND BILLIARD ROOMS. No. 2, Union Street. Tiffin from 1 to 3 p.m. Billiards from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m SARKIES BROTHERS, 125 Proprietors. NOTICE. J. WOTHERSPOON, DECEASED. NOTICE is hereby given that all per sons having any claims against the Estate of J. Wotherspoon, Chief Engineer of122 words
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Advertisement278 1890-09-06 6 ROSS AND PRITCHARD, TAILORS GENTLEMEN’S OUTFITTERS. SO. 1, BKACII STREET k NO 1. UNION STREET ARE now allowing the following choice selection of new goods Gentlemen’s White Shirts with and without collars. The Tropical Shirt for Office nse with and without collars. The Regatta Shirt in the Ja ttest Pattern*.278 words
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Advertisement1074 1890-09-06 7 E ”J W T ESPLANADE HOTEL ROBINSON CO. Having been appointed Agents for the {LATE EASTERN HOTEL) are now showing the following Raneegunge Fire Clay and Pottery Works, The under p 3iooed-- nter THIS HOTEL, WHICH HAS BEEN THOROUGHLY NEW GOODS JSALT GLAZED, STONEWARE PIPES REPAIRED, DECORATED AND NEWLY all1,074 words
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Advertisement944 1890-09-06 8 THE POSITIVE T EASTERN AND ORIENTAL HOTEL, government security 1 uriw 1 1 Life Assurance Co. Limited.” PENANG. m^CliTstrlt! THlS FIRST CLASS HOTBL, which Ims just been entirely renoTd lid other Funds £.415,090 vated, is situated on the Sea Beach and has two entrances from Farqulmr j Q'V iQti 7944 words
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Advertisement222 1890-09-06 8 INDIAN RUBBER STAMPS. Of every description nianufactuedr on the latest improved principles and with the most recently invented machinery. Charges Exceedingly Moderate. K>h Orders can be executed within 24 hours after receipt. A. KAULFUSS A Co. No. 9, Beach Street. g M. THOMAS &~CoT Auctioneers Commission Agents and Appraisers. No.222 words
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