The Straits Times, 4 December 1908
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Title Section13 1908-12-04 1 The Straits Times. NO. 22.826. SINGAPORE. FRIDAY. DECEMBER 4. 1908. PRICE 10 GENTS:13 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement321 1908-12-04 1 Just Landed.^~^mr One four-cylinder, 20-26 h.p. "MORS" LIMOUSINE, painted Red, four speeds and reverse, fitted with SELF-STARTING DEVICE, detachable rims on back wheels and one extra detachable rim fitted with tyre, tyres 920-120, side and rear lamps, two acetylene headlights with separate generator, horn, jack and tools complete. Trial drives321 words
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Advertisement219 1908-12-04 1 ROBINSON CO. Just Unpacked, Stylisd Exclusive Models in TRIMMED MILLINERY ALSO A Large Assortment of FLOWERS, FEATHERS, RIBBONS, ORNAMENTS, ETC. ROBINSON CO. NOTICE. THF HOTEL DE LA PAIX This well-known establishment, which has changed ownership, is now open and ready to receive visitors (Boarders Passengers). The House has been thoroughly219 words
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Advertisement158 1908-12-04 1 ADELPHI HOTEL. f;£') Select fireproof residential and transit Hotel, commanding the most peaceful %nd attractive outlook in Singapore. COMFORTABLE CENTRAL LEAN I .MEERFUL col Convenient The highest olass accommodation at moderate prices. Specially attractive rate* by the quarter or year. Those desiring < conomy combined with continental cooking and a158 words
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Article1496 1908-12-04 2 LEADING CHARACTERISTICS OF DECEMBER STYLES. Madame La Mode Lives up to Her Reputation. Straight, narrow skirts, clinging closely to tho figure, both for day and evening wear tight-fitting coats, cut more or less Ii la Directoire neck ruffles of Elizabethan proportions, made in every kind of fur,1,496 words
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Article377 1908-12-04 2 Tourist Resort for Wealthy American Travellers. Mr. Percy Hunter, of tbo New South Wales Intelligence Department has had an interview with Mr. P. J. M'Uermott, Undersecretary to the Chief Secretary at Brisbane, relative to a scheme which has been mooted by the Governor of the territory377 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement280 1908-12-04 2 GARRETT'S PORTABLE ENGINES Fitted with patent Economical Fire-box for burning wood fuel. OVER FIFTY IN USE IN THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES. to. 12 and 14 h.p. In Stock. IMPORTERS) BORNEO COMPANY, LTD. No More Crust IN BOILERS! WHERE "D.M." BOILER COMPOSITION IS USED. A little "D.M. introduced into a boiler280 words
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Advertisement166 1908-12-04 2 ITS A BAD SIGN when you have that obstinate, lingering cough which will not be shaken off. There is no cough at any stage, whether old or young, but what needs attention. A cough soon wrecks a strong constitution, soon makes one helpless, in fact a cough is a very166 words
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Advertisement269 1908-12-04 2 KOH 4. COMPANY. 90, BRAS BASAH ROAD. XMAS TOY BAZAAR Now Opened. NEW COLOURED POSTCARDS WITH VIEWS OF SINGAPORE. Very Suitable for Christmas and New Year. EARLY INSPECTION INVITED. N.B —A bean: if ul Calendar for 1909 will be given free to anyone purchasing goods to the value of 12269 words
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Advertisement518 1908-12-04 2 Miscellaneous NOTICES KiTM.-ut Month, fioptrinoh. SnhMqunt ■BoaUu,H. ForahorUrpwuxUmpetU ol Ch&rgM. NOTICE. Mr. Jaffer Rchman has been appointed manager of the firm in place of Mr. Aladin Valjee, going home. He is authorized to sign the firm a« from this date. Singapore, December 1, 1908. ■«9« E. PABANBY. NOTICE. Notice ii518 words
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Page 2 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous172 1908-12-04 2 The Straits Times, AND The Straits Budget. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. Payable in Advance. Daily issue per year 180.00 do per quarter 7.60 do per month 2.60 do per copy 10 Weekly isoae per year 1200 do per quarter 8.00 do per oopy 26 When sent by post, there U added for172 words
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Article304 1908-12-04 3 1H.1.s HOW Do.vN's B.\< K.\< HO Kii>vk\ Piu> savkh iini Son's Likk Mrs. B. Tier, of 102, Ncwland Koad, Worthing, England, says I don't know how to thank you enough, for your Doan's Backache Kidney Pills have actually saved the life of my son Arthur, agod 14. Arthur's304 words
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Article1127 1908-12-04 3 CONTROLLING PRIVATE LIVES OF EMPLOYEES. Members of Messes Consulted. The recent cases of enteric fever and experiences of the private life of individual members of staffs have induced Colombo firms to consider whether they cannot control, to a certain extent, the private life of their employees. It1,127 words
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Article318 1908-12-04 3 Remarkable Record of a Convict in Hongkong. If a man returns from banishment, in Singapore, the only sentence that oan be imposed is imprisonment for life. In Hongkong, it is different, hence the following story from the local Telegraph Among the criminal class in this Colony, says318 words
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Article91 1908-12-04 3 In the New South Wales Assembly the other day, Mr. Jensen moved for a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the loss ol the Centenial in 1006, when on her way to New Zealand. He said the vessel was built of pine, had been several times seriously damaged, and was rotton.91 words
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Advertisement785 1908-12-04 3 COUGHING HERSELF INTO HER GRAVE. Ctmmntntn Child's Lifß Ina Ceylon By DR. WILLIAMS PINK PILLS. Nearly everybody in Kandy knows of my little daughter Rdna'x wonderful care by Dr. Williams' Pink Pills. She is tbe wonder of oar friendfi," said Mr, A. P. Oanasckara of the Caab Medical Co.. Kandy,785 words
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Advertisement60 1908-12-04 3 Few persons are unhappier than thin nervous, fretful women. They realize their condition and being as tbey think, powerless to help themselves, they grow worse. Steams' Wine is a wonderful thing to calm tbe irritated nerves, and soothe the tired, fretful brain. Women who take it soon find their strength60 words
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Advertisement179 1908-12-04 3 Milkmaid |j Milkmaid drambUT 111 l IWT Wf*V I^|wk roNDEgEDHD* ft MILKMAID Trade Hark 8 on ever y fin v L^^* THADt MARK. Largest Sale in the World CHEAPEST nnd BEST. The United Asbestos Oriental Agency, Ld. SOLE AGENTB FOR THE UNITED FLEXIBLE METALLIC TUBINGXO.. LD. 0 Bronte and Steel179 words
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Article802 1908-12-04 4 Name, port, probable date oj arrival, and name oj Agents. S'IBAMEKS. Airlie. Sydney, Dec 33 Bonatcad Aparima, Calcutta. Dec 8 Bouatead Aatyanax, China, Jaa W. Mansfield Artnand Behic. BMafM, Dec 14 M. Maritime AndaluHia, Honpkong, Dec 2t Behn Meyer Assaye, Colombo, Dec 18 P. A O. Coy Ayothia,802 words
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Article205 1908-12-04 4 Passengers Outwan Per P. and O. riMM Sunda, due December 10.— Mr. and Mrs. J. McClure, Mrs. Antlumis/ and child, Misses Black, Warren, lit v. \V. l>rury, Messrs. Milne, J. Votes, J. Lawrence. Per German Hteamer Derfflinger, due December 12. General-Consul Kiliani and family. Mr. E. 11.205 words
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Advertisement32 1908-12-04 4 LAZATINE, the Ideal Purgative, mom mended by the ba°t mediotl authorities, Easj to take and oartein In results. To be had uf all obemiet?. Wholesale trcm Ths Pharmacy, Battery Bead BiDg*por>[ Hit32 words
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Advertisement584 1908-12-04 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. &> o STEAM NAVIGATION CO. Por China, Japan. Penan*, Ceylon, Australia. India, Aden, Egypt, Mediterranean Port*, Plymouth and London. Through Bills sf Lading issued fcr Chin Ooast, Persian Golf, Continental, and America Ports. Steamers will leave Singapore on cr »bo>v MAIL LINE (Outward for China). 1908 Delta Deo584 words
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Advertisement1077 1908-12-04 4 STEAMER SAILINGS, CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. INOO-CHIN A B.N. CO.. LTD. RETURN TICKETS at Single Fare will be issued by tbe I.C.S.X. Company's steamers, for Hongkong, Shanghai and Japan, available for use between December 5, 1908. and January 25, 1909. RETURN FARES —Hongkong t 55 Shanghai t95 •Japan 9185 For further information,1,077 words
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Advertisement604 1908-12-04 4 STEAMER SAlLlMBShamburg AMERIKA LINE. HAMBURG. Thes teamen of this Company maintain a regular servioe between Hamburg, Bremen, Antwerp, and Rotterdam, and the Straits, China and Japan. Homewards, they are deepatohed fortnightly for Havre and Hamburg and once a month for Bremerhaven direct, calling at Penang and Colombo. Taking cargo at604 words
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Advertisement799 1908-12-04 4 STEAMER BAILIH63. N. D. L. NOKDDEUTSCHER LLOYD Imparts! (Urman Mai! Lln«. The fast and well known mail steamer I this Oompaay sail fortnightly from Brem Hamburg via Rotterdam, Antwerp, Southam; son, Gibraltar, Genoa, Naples, (oonn n Marseille., Naples, Alexandria, and vioe v Port Said, Sees, Aden, Colombo, Pen.n. Singapore, Hongkong,799 words
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Miscellaneous135 1908-12-04 4 Singapore Tide Table. (Fbom DB kubeb 4 to Dkcevbeb 10. TTi^iH WATER LOW WATER Time H'gbt Time H'ght December Jra. mm. ft. ins. hrs.min. ft. ins. faiDAT 4185 pm 83 ijopn, 85 a.™.^.. k I «-23 am 8 6 2.11* m 8.8 Sattbdat 5 I 9 pm g 7 a4spm135 words
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Article1139 1908-12-04 5 r»r>r i tliu hudlng Ui» followiag abtmitatloM ■m<i -ntwnw; ah.— chip; bq. -b»roo«. «eh. •chcH>n«i. V«. -Vncht: Cra.-Cr»lii«r ivhi.— <l*r baa-t, Tnr. -Ttirpolu: U.p.-Uon»p<m>', Brit. Hrituh: r. S.-tnitod Nlatw; Prh.— Fraiick Q.r.Oorrann Hot.— lhitrh lUU.— ltalian (Span.— Hpanuti H».-*'tnik, (1.e. -Oouarnl cargo; d.p.— deck pna■mn C -I'BcrWm;1,139 words
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Article95 1908-12-04 5 Per steamer Hye Leong, Captain W. G. H. Morrell, Deo. 4. From Kuantan Messrs. J. Christie, Maniam and one Chinese ladyIVr xtcKiner Ucoana, Dec. 4. Miss K. "L. AniltTMiu, Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Lane and child ami Mr. W. F. Nutt. for Veiianfi Miss A Webster,95 words
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Article49 1908-12-04 5 Houxwabd Giuiin Mail. The Imperial German mail steamer Prinz Lndwig having left Hongkong at noon, on the 2nd instant and may be expected to arrive here on Snnday, the 6th inttanat, at coon. She will probably be despatched for Europe on the following day, «.t noon.49 words
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Article116 1908-12-04 5 Fob I'm Htiahki Tun T-l MORROW P. Bwettenbam, Penang Pin Seng I p.m. Malacca, P. S'bam. Penang Ipoh 1 p.m. Sabang, Colombo. Oenoa A*. Willem II 2 p.m. Bangkok via ports Uahidol 3 p.m. Penaug and Deli Calypso 8 p.m. Malacca, Port Dickson Hong Let 8 p.m. H'kong,116 words
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Article134 1908-12-04 5 FROM EUROPE By the N.D.L. steamer Dtrllinger, due Doc. 11. B. I. steamer Thongwa, due Deo. 12. M. M. steamer Tonkin, dne Dto. 14. FROM CHINA N.D L. steamer P. Ludwig, dne Dec. 6. _„__M. M. steamer A. Behio. doe Dec 14. TIME TABLK OF MAILS DUE.134 words
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92 1908-12-04 5 Wharves at which Vessels are Berthed To- Day. TANJONQ PAOAR fdk*r Bmm J.L Evinton, New Orleans ■abf Section I— Gorgon, Willesdea, Grotiui. MO. 1 (SBKIRS WHAW)-Nll. I— Lindala, Beo!edi. S— Fook Bang. 4 Aa-na B 8— I'atani t—l'elemachas,t I'elemachas, Ctlrpßo. M 7-Nil. B—92 words
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Article103 1908-12-04 5 December 4 Oceans, Brit sir, Bombay via porU f Angola, Ger at r. B mgkok Teiemachus, Brit atr, Shanghai and Japan Kawtchi Mara, Jap etr, Antwerp via ports t Korat. Ocr atr, Bangkok C. Lopez y Lopez, Spao str, lloilo and Manila Volute, Brit air, Calcutta via Pulau Sambu103 words
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Article440 1908-12-04 5 The Committee gratefully beg to aoknow. ledgo the following subscriptions and donations Cor.LP.OTKD BY LaDT HyNDMAN JONKB. Mrs. F. M. Elliot 1 10.00 Mrs. Leigh-Clare 1000 Mrs. George Maxwell 20 00 Mrs. Rowland Braddoll 10.00 Mrs. H. B. Baker 6uo Sir William Hyndman Jones 20 00 Mr.440 words
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Advertisement70 1908-12-04 5 The tirst thing in to think of in Urinary trouble. METHYLOIDB. They cure. Tasteless, taken internally, relieve the pain and give visible results in a few li'ir cure in a few days. Far better than copaiba and santal, or injections. No inconvenience, no publicity. Try them and realise the benefits70 words
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Advertisement433 1908-12-04 5 BTEAHER SAILINGS. N. Y. K. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO. LTD, A regular FORTNIGHTLY service If mmm lamed between Japan and Europe by the following NEW TWIN-SCREW STEAMERS, Coder Mail Contract with the Imperial JapanMe Government, specially designed for the Company's European Bervioe, lighted through >nt by Electricity, provided with excellent433 words
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Advertisement585 1908-12-04 5 INDOCHINA STEAM NAVIGATION CO., LTD., APCAR LINE OF STEAMERS. SPEC AL REDUCTIONS IN FARES FROM SIN3WRE TO PENANG MO CALCUTTA FOB Christmas and Mew Year Holidays. RETURN SALOON TICKET! AT SINGLE RATES ■rill be issued trim Singapore to Peaang and Catoa'.ta, available by the following itaameri: OUTWARD. INWARD. Leaving Arriving585 words
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Advertisement208 1908-12-04 5 IND3-CHINA STEAM NAVIGATION CO.. LIMITEO. FOR HONGKONG, SHANGHAI, j YOKOHAMA, ROBE AND MOJI. The Company's steamer KUT SANG, 4,895 tons, R. C. D Bradley, Commande-, will be (1. i-p itched for the above port* on Friday, Decemrer 4, ntS p.m. She bu exce lent acoommodatioa for first olase passengers, amidships,208 words
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Advertisement286 1908-12-04 5 I STEAMER SAILINGS. OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO., LTD. CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY CO. LTD. The Companies' steamers are deapacbed from Liverpool outwards for the Straits, China and Japan every week aod from Japan bcmewards for London, Amsterdam and Antwerp every fortnight for Genoa, Marseille* and Liverpool and for Manei'les, Havre286 words
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Advertisement23 1908-12-04 5 Yoc owe it, first of all to yourself, next to your family, to get rid of that headache. Stearn»' Headache Cora dewtUu work.23 words
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Miscellaneous28 1908-12-04 5 WEATHHR TELEORAM. Hongkong, December 4, 10 a.m. Barometer M.lB Direction of Wind North Faroe of Wind 1 Mar. Temp In Bhade (t Manila. 759 N.W. 1 89 1628 words
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Miscellaneous235 1908-12-04 5 DAY BY DAY. Friday, December 4. High Water: 8.5 p.m. P. and O. outward mail due. Municipal Board, 2.30 p.m. Rugby Whites v. Club Colours. St. Anthony's Convent Bazaar, 3—63 6 p.m. V.M.C.A. Election of Directors, 8.45 p.m. Albambra Cinematograph, 7.80 p.m. Grand Cinematograph, Theatre Royal. Wayang Kaseim, Alexandra Hall.235 words
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859 1908-12-04 6 The Straits Times. PRICE 10 CENTS. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4. We do not know whether any of our commercial leaders will be prepared to accept the invitation tendered in a letter sent through Mr. Moreton Frewen which we publish to day. Tho lettor itself, however, is of quite sufficient interest to859 words
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Article318 1908-12-04 6 It is regrettable but not surprising to hear that another hitch has arisen in connection with the attempts that are being made to settle the elementary education question iv England. L'nder the new Bill it appear* that power of contracting out is givon to voluntary schools whicl I desire to318 words
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Article26 1908-12-04 6 In the District Court this morning, Toh Ah Boon secured Judgment by default against Mi. Charles Foster for 1103.60, for firewood alleged to have been supplied.26 words
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Article20 1908-12-04 6 It is stated that the Waiwup'i has decided to appoint a Chinese Consul in Java and a Minister to Brazil.20 words
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Article16 1908-12-04 6 From Hongkong, 580 passengers arrived, this morning, by the Indo-China Steam Navigation Company's steamer Fook Sang.16 words
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Article23 1908-12-04 6 It is reported that Mr. \V. J. Bryan, while campaigning in Khodo Island in September, was arrested with his companions for auto speeding.Kyodo - 23 words
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Article25 1908-12-04 6 Tho distribution of prizes in connection with the S. V. A. Ride Club meeting, will take place to-morrow afternoon at 4 o'clock at Ballestier Range.25 words
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Article27 1908-12-04 6 The safe, which was carried away one night from a shop in Circular Road, has been recovered in the possession of two Chinese, who aro under orrest.27 words
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Article23 1908-12-04 6 The Chinese Government has reported to Viceroys and Governors of Provinces that officials who stop opium cultivation will be entitled to .some honour.23 words
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Article34 1908-12-04 6 The China Critic's correspondent at I'eking writes that Prince Su's brother-in-law, Prince Kalatchin, has been encamped outside tho north gate for some days past, with thousands of his Mongolian warriors. He evidently knew something.34 words
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Article42 1908-12-04 6 The Kasters Extension Telegraph Company notify us that the Dutch Government Telegraph Offices will remain open for the delivery of messages at Weltevroden, Samarang, end Sou rabaya up to 10 p.m. instead of 6 p.m. as before, beginning from the sth instant.42 words
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Article42 1908-12-04 6 Eight milkmen wore to have been tried before the Senior Magistrate, this morning, on a charge of soiling milk to which water had been added, but Mr. Mayhew, Chief Sanitary Inspector, reported that they had left Singapore, and the cases were withdrawn.42 words
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Article43 1908-12-04 6 Ah Miah, Revenue Officer No. 162, was tried before the Senior Magistrate, yesterday afternoon, on a chargo of theft of 91.18 from Chan Li Wah, ou November 10, as be was searching him for contraband opium on the water front. Ho was acquitted.43 words
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Article46 1908-12-04 6 For allowing his premises to be used as a common gaming house and for assisting in the management of a chap jee kee lottery, an aged Cbinaman|was fined 9500, by the Second Magistrate, yesterday afternoon. Captain Bower, Assistant Superintendent oM'olice. prosecuted Notice of appeal was given*.46 words
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Article73 1908-12-04 6 Further developments iv connection with the treasonable plot just unearthed at Saigon are reported. Several more arrests of natives who hail visited Japan have been made by the authorities, who are working up the case. The inquiries made show that disloyalty is spread more widely among the natives than had73 words
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Article84 1908-12-04 6 There is no truth in the rumour that the cholera is spreading rapidly in Singapore. The number of deaths continues at two or three daily. Two employes of tho Municipal Engineer's office have died from the disease during the woek, Mr. Miranda, a native of Travancore, India, whose death has84 words
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Article100 1908-12-04 6 Parents who wish to give their children an opportunity of seeing the cinematograph at its best may be reminded that there is a grand matinee performance at the Alhambra to-morrow afternoon, at 5.30. The programme is one of tho best that has boon seen in Singapore, and young folks will100 words
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Article117 1908-12-04 6 There is no reason for doubting the authentic source of our contemporary's information, says the Pinang Gazette in commenting upon the article in the Malay Mail in reference to the formation of a Federal Council. The only point that seems to call for speculation is whether tile proposed Federal Council117 words
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Article119 1908-12-04 6 The Chine.so Government has quailed before the lamas who have risen in revolt in Tibet. To quiet them, it has been decided not to divide Tibet into provinces. Just before the Emperor's death, the Foreign Affairs Board at Peking, had been conferring with the British Minister there about a regular119 words
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Article112 1908-12-04 6 In the recent debate on Indo China affairs in the Chamber of Deputies at Paris, the Minister for the Colonies and M. Doumor, who was formerly GovernorGeneral of the Colony, spoke of the troubles there in a tone of cheery optimism, which called forth strong comment in the Saigon presH.112 words
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Article322 1908-12-04 6 Major H. V. Kent, R.E., has rejoined his regiment after leave of absence. Mr. Webber, of Totaling, lias become con valescont after an attack of fever. Mr. and Mrs. A. K. E. Hampshire arrived back in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday. Lieutenant M. Stagg, R.E., is appointed Assistant322 words
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Article33 1908-12-04 6 At noon, today, irt were informed by the Hospital authorities that the five Chinese i|uarrymen, who wci a severely injured at the explosion at Pulo Coin, on Tuesday, aro improving.33 words
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Article99 1908-12-04 6 A Hylam, named Kwee Ah Heng, alias Dan Hong Liong, who was arrested a week or two ago on a charge of having caused tho death of Yen Hong Seng at Siglap on July 7, 1907, was before the Third Magistrate, thin morning, for preliminary inquiry into the99 words
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Article125 1908-12-04 6 Hopes continue to run high in Java that trade between that island and Australia will receive a spurt now that direct communiciation by steamer between the two countries is carried on under the Dutch (lag. Une of the Packet Navigation Company s vessels, the Van Spilbergcn,125 words
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Article129 1908-12-04 6 Sigu» aro multiplying to show a steady improvement in the situation in Acheen. The fasting montb, which, in the past, was notorious for fanatical outbursts of hostility against the Dutch authorities, passed off this year without any disturbance worth mentioning. The strengthening of the garrisons in several129 words
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Article164 1908-12-04 6 A complicated case in which several Eurasians and Malays were too parties concerned was to have been heard before Mr. U. K. Colnian, this morning. Mr. Montagu Harris appeared for the Malays and Mr. K. St. J. Braddell for the Eurasians. Hussein bin Ali charged It. \V.164 words
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Advertisement111 1908-12-04 6 The PERFECT FOOD, Sdredded W6ole OBTAINABLE. \>\/ ij^tl V t THOMPSON, THOMAS COMPANY, 17 and 18, Stamford Road. FIDELITY GUARANTEE BONDS HOUSE TO LET. of the Commercial I'nion Assurance Co., Ltd., are accepted by all Government No. 1, BcotU Roul, available about December Departments. Bs. Apply B. Manaeach and Co.,111 words
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Advertisement286 1908-12-04 6 ALHAMBRA TO-NIGHT! Change of Programme. CHARLOTTE CORDAV. Charlotte Corday has planned to rid France of Marat, one of the leaders of the Revolution, because he represents iv her mind the party responsible for so many useless crimes, and especially that of arresting the Comte de Belzunce, a friend of hers.286 words
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Article225 1908-12-04 7 GREAT DEBATE PROCEEDING IN REICHSTAG. Principle of Ministers' Responsibility Advocated (Riutek's Tel«oram| London, December 3 Tho Liberal and Radical members of the Gorman Reichstag have started a great constitutional debate in the Kcichstag on ministerial responsibility. This debate is a sequel to the discussion which took place recently225 words
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Article63 1908-12-04 7 ANOTHER DEADLOCK IN THE NEGOTIATIONS Denominationalists Dissatisfied Rki in Telegram London. December 3 A fresh deadlock has arisen iv connection with the Education Bill. The Archbishop of Canterbury and the representatives of the Romau Catholic schools demand an increase 1 grant for schools which contract out of63 words
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Article99 1908-12-04 7 Severe Criticism of Signor Tittoni's Policy lUiutbr's Tklhoraxl London, December 3. During thu debate od foreign policy, in the Italian Chamber at Komo a notable speech was delivered by the ox-Minister, Baron Sonninu. He condemned Si^uor Tittonis attitude towards the annexation of Bosnia by Austria as a99 words
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Article99 1908-12-04 7 I Die Ostabutisohi Lloyd Tiliokaj: Berlin, December 3, Prince Phillip von Eulonberg, who will be remembered in connection with the Harden libel case, and who a few weeks ago was released from prison on account of failing health, is now reported to be lying in a critical99 words
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Article62 1908-12-04 7 [Dh Oitasutmohi Lloyd Tblioia* Berlin, December 3. The recent revolts iv Hayti. an island in the West Indies, are not yet ended. General No.-d Alexis, the President of the Republic, was terrorised by the rioters, and it was with the greatest difficulty his flight on a French62 words
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Article25 1908-12-04 7 [Da* Ostasutischi Lloyd Trlkoram 1 Berlin, December 8. The date of the opening of the Turkish fftrliamant haa been fixed for December 14.25 words
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Article704 1908-12-04 7 Counterclaim to Notoriety by Stray Canine Pup. Lists, folios and items followed each other in monotonous succession the sundry creditor's bill book cropped up without fail, and when the Court adjourned till another day there was little satisfaction in the observation of Counsel that he was704 words
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Article355 1908-12-04 7 Story of the Arrest of Several of the Accused. Tho Temple Street morning riot case was continued before ilie Third Magistrate, yesterday afternoon. Evidence was given by several native constables regarding the actions of different members of the mob. Seating accommodation was at a premium as on355 words
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Article68 1908-12-04 7 REMARKABLE STATEMENT BY AN ADMIRAL. Seventy Thousand Men Theoretically Landed. KhlTKlt's TbLEURA.m] London, December I Rear-Admiral b'innis. speaking at Dover, said that, during the last naval mano uvres, a force representing seventy thousand men was theoretically conveyed to the Scottish coast by the hostile fleet. While that68 words
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Article862 1908-12-04 7 Mr. Stanley A. Lane Married to Mrs. Frank Gove ltainclouds had stolen silently away by the time that bells of St. Andrew's Cathedral rang out a merry peal in honour of the wedding, yesterday afternoon, of Mr. Stanley A. Lane and Mrs. Frank Gove. It was fortunate that862 words
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Article74 1908-12-04 7 Poo Fen, the Governor of Shansi, has reported to the Board of Finance that when the Dalai Lama was staying at Wutaishan, the provincial treasury was involved in much expense and is in consequence empty at present, and he asks what action he should take in the circumstances. The expenditure74 words
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Article1044 1908-12-04 7 PENANG CASE UNDER THE TAMIL FUND ORDINANCE. Magistrate's Conviction Quashed. In the Penang Supreme Court, on Monday, Mr. Justice T. de M. Braddel gave judgment in tho appeal by Mr. Lim Cheng Teik, General Manager of the Kbie Heng Bee Rice and Oil Mills, against his conviction by1,044 words
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Article60 1908-12-04 7 A Macao who was riding a bicycle across Elgin Bridge, yesterday ailernoon, collided with a fellow countryman who was carrying oil. A wordy battle, in which two other.-. participated, took place, and the bicycle was wrenched away from the possession of the rider, who has not beeu able to find60 words
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Article385 1908-12-04 7 St. Andrew's Day Celebration at Penang. According to the Pinang Gazette, another gay gathering took place on Monday in connection with the Penang St. Andrew's Society. Shortly after 8.80 p.m. the guests began to arrive, being received at the top of the staircase leading to the ball-room385 words
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Article396 1908-12-04 7 Additional Rules by Immigration Committee. The following supplementary rules made by the immigration Committee under Section 7 1 1) of the Tamil Immigration Fund Ordinance, are published in the Government Gazette:— 1. Subject to these rules, a rebate on assessment may bo granted from tke Immigration Fund396 words
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103 1908-12-04 7 Sir Francis Lovell. Dean of the London School of Tropical Medicine, says that the goverment of Hongkong is likely to renew its annual contribution of £100 towards the work of the school. He has seen His Excellency the Governor and has received an assurance that,103 words
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Article113 1908-12-04 7 PROCLAMATION OF MARTIAL LAW. Public Executioner Ready for Duty. [Riotir's Tilioram] London, December 4. Martial Law has been proclaimed at Prague, Bohemia, where anti-Gorman rioting has been going on. The public executioner and his staff havo gone to Prague, as the law require* his presence at courts113 words
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Article122 1908-12-04 7 Proofs Given of their Traditional Friendship. IRIDTIHS TILIOHAM.I London, December 4, The Times correspondent telegraphing from Peking says that before signing the agreement with Japan, America communicated the text thereof to tho Wai-wu-pu, at tho same time expressing a hope that China would recognise this as a122 words
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Article39 1908-12-04 7 [Rioter's Tkleoram London, December 4. Tho Pester Lloyd, of Vienna, states that twenty battalions have been ordered to Bosnia. A Turco Montenegrin agreement rounding the frontier so as to avoid cause of future quarrels has been concluded.39 words
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Article61 1908-12-04 7 [D«R OSTASIATISCBI LLOYD TsLEORAMJ Berlin, December 3, It is expected that M. Isvolsky, the Russian Foreign Minister, will, on Wednesday, deliver a speech before the Duma, reviewing his dealings in connection with tho Near East conference. In view of the rumours which have lately emanated from St. Petersburg,61 words
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Article323 1908-12-04 7 F.M.S. Complaint at the High Rate of Commission. Cinder Town," writing from Taiping to the Penang senior journal in reference to the fact that at the commencement of the new year the price of British Postal Orders will be raised in the Straits Settlements, according to323 words
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Article88 1908-12-04 7 At Hongkong, the second police magistrate (Mr. J. R. Wood) gave a vory iiirportaat ruling in a case which came before him for decision. His Worship, to be brief, held that all canteenx in the Colony aro illegal to be correct, all canteens that are being conducted88 words
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Advertisement12 1908-12-04 7 A Nursing Home for European* is shortly to ba opened at Ipoh.12 words
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Article1756 1908-12-04 8 PROBABLE EFFECTS OF THE FALL IN PRICE. How Eastern Commerce Will Be Affected Mr. Moreton Frewcn, writing from Government House, Ottawa, Canada, asks us to p.iblish the following letter from a member of the I'nitod States Monetary Commission. Ho mentions also that if it were possible for1,756 words
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Correspondence.
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Letter632 1908-12-04 8 To the Editor of tho Straits Times. Sir,—l am not at all surprised at your Ipih correspondent's complaint, i.e., its Post I OftVe, but I am surprised that Britishers resident in Ipoh have put up with such a thiuu for so long. I had occasion to visit632 words
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Article25 1908-12-04 8 The 150 yards swimming competition which is to take place at the Swimming Clnb on Sunday week is tbe yearly Championship event.25 words
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Article44 1908-12-04 8 Twilight Competition. The following teams will meet on Blair Road ground in the members' five-aside Leagne ot tbe Twilight Football Association Saturday— Tan Kay Ong's (B) v. Koh Chin Wee's (E). Sunday Chiang Seng Kay's (D) v. Gan Hock Cbuan s (F).44 words
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Article109 1908-12-04 8 Match at Penang. The following scores were made by members of the PenanR Ladies' Kifle Club on Monday After firing at tbe 150 and 200 yards ranges, these members used the .22 rirle at the 100 yards. Rifle 150 200 100 Toti Mrs. A. F. G. Anderson .810109 words
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Article223 1908-12-04 8 Club Formed at Penang. A very interesting meeting took place, the other evening, at the residence of Mr. \V. E. Mann, at Penang, when Mr. Gorris gave an exhibition of simultaneous chess playing. He had ten opponents arrayed against him, and in the course of two hours be succeeded223 words
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Article274 1908-12-04 8 St. Andrews Day Match at Penang. The protest of Devonian," whose letter to the Pinang Gazette was reproduced in oar columns, to the effect that non-Scotsmen and von subscribers to the St. Andrew's Ball had been chosen to represent Scotland against The Rest at rugby football, and that274 words
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Article292 1908-12-04 8 S.C.C v. Middlesex. The Middlesex Regiment made their first appearance in hockey on the Esplanade, yesterday, when they met the S.C.C., and if the match was any criterion of their method ot play, it showed that they possess a valuable team. The game was very fast, interesting, and keenly292 words
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Article239 1908-12-04 8 Messrs. Fraser and Company's Weekly Report. Messrs. Fraser and Company's Weekly Share Circular is as follows Singapore, December 4. Beyond a slight set-back in rubbers, nothing of moment has occurred, and the market conditions still leave much to be desired. Mining:. Upon rumours of very satisfactory develop*239 words
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Advertisement220 1908-12-04 8 The Favourite WAYANG KASSIM. The Indra Zanibar Royal Theatrical Company OF SINGAPORE To-Night I To-Night AT TUX Alexandra Hall, NORTH BRIDOE ROAD, the following play will be staged: SIR GUY OF WARWICK. HOSPITAL ASSISTANT WANTEO. Wanted, a q'i.l tl-d 11 m-i »1 Atsi-tint (or daty with *g;a-.io troops ami ii>ii220 words
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Advertisement262 1908-12-04 8 MALTHOID ■unii loorm Tbe question often arises in the mind of a man abnnt to buill "1 wonder if VUlihoi 1 would be suitable". W« certify Ir .m many years' prtctioal experience that Mtlthnid will be found immensely satisfactory on every class ot bnilding a iyfta«jfMMiiy, a »ft«t; t H262 words
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Article274 1908-12-04 9 SINGAPORE, DE( K5IFFR 8, 1908. PRODUCE. Oambier 9 9.75 do (Cube No. 1) nnpirkei 13.50 Copra Bali 7.95 do Pontiauak 7.60 Pepper, Black 11.10 do White 5% buyers 18.25 Saeo Flour Sarawak 3.02 do Brnut.i No. 1 2.85 Pearl Sago 8.75 Ooffee Bali, picked 22.50 Coffee, Palembang, 20 b»m-274 words
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Stocks and Shares.
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Article333 1908-12-04 9 Data ol formation Capital Snbwribed of Bharw latat Vain* Paid op to Shares Onlaraed Company 1903 1300,000 1907 1800,000 1901 MOO.OOO 1903 £400,000 1907 MOO.OOO 1901 £80,000 1906 £100,000 1908 I 1160,000 1906 £110,000 1906 £30,000 '.906 9460,000 400,000 118,000 600,000 880.000 876,000 60,000 100,000 99,000 110,000 80,000 480,000333 words
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Article359 1908-12-04 9 I BOS 1906 1904 1908 1906 1904 1906 1906 1903 1906 1907 1906 £150,000 •300,000 C 30.000 £70,000 1110,000 £16.000 476,000 £310,000 £66,000 £180,000 £830,000 /178.000 137,082/11 115,000 33,700 66,700 IU.OOO 16,000 66,000 359,580 58,760 180,000 901,600 176,000 1 I 48,500 108,500 10,600 3,100 33,700 86,700 11,600 10,000 6,000359 words
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Article196 1908-12-04 9 1894 1907 if>96 i sr.-i £5,377.10.0 •1.500.C00 MMiiuUl us..rvi,i'oo 4.806 1,050,000 X-iA.OOO 13,000,000 7,688 150,000 4,500 120,000 18,000 I 6,000 8,000 I 4,000 8,400 6,000 i 1.T50 24,000 600 400,000 1,110 1,000 4,956 300,000 12/8 10 60 135 100 100 100 100 10 100 100 10 50 1 100196 words
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Advertisement289 1908-12-04 9 ■■■■■yy o ww loy"J>m"lTl!rmi'lJ tf\ "ROBEYPHONE"^ MjClU^^ "■ld i?i.',;" V with 20 iL^dp- if, I JPMSsSUECTIONS ObtON. VuLrS' \f 'Fl.F 1 tKOBCVPI,aNE%V HU.Ii'ISON »['.L V IS t' 4i XONOPHONE FTAII Tt.jr' fs-\\ ixcTiifPV pAiHBr it .> GEORGE ROBEVr^* •^^'^'u^wa BRICKS THE BATAM BRICK WORKS. We we now able to supply289 words
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Advertisement223 1908-12-04 9 ALEXANDRA PRESSED BRICKS. We are now r aivc! to supply these at the following prices Ordinary 125 per 10.000 at the Specially selected »1«3 worlul> p irPan i 1"*1 Our quotations for fireclay goods are as follows Fireclay 120 rur ton Firebricks 5 cents each > at the works. Arch223 words
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Advertisement114 1908-12-04 9 fROB ROYI IftJ-ii.",- PENS VSSi I rt all CO., I 30 Samples 2d. j>JV FREE. >g^ r K. ABRAMS, HORBE REPOSITORY, S, ORCHARD ROAD. Has just landed ex s.s. Enryalus, < twenty Horses, Cobs and Ponies in the best of condition and i thoroughly broken in. This shipment undoubtedly? comprises114 words
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Advertisement180 1908-12-04 9 Mt icWi&JmßuAVi mmmffmMmmmmmmm '^BjZSHHhX^^BsfslUßMMkajp HHHHBSsBMHbIb^bH' *bVIIbH 8 HV^^Vi* h 11 f^^B#l Wmmmwmwmm lilSlliil b^bwV^T^^^^T^B^*™^^P^^"^b^bßb3bHib^T^bK Jb^l MIMf > ?^VTg*iV**«BBBBBBBBBBBl B^b\'<lM ELECTRIC HOME TREATMENT. T0 UWYE BANKER8 MERCHANTB Bea.thAße.utyM^agrNervou.D.sorder. INERS PLANTER B' EVERYONE Supercuous^r^a^removed by ,KTEREBTED, KTERE8TED ,N, N BR|T|BH mim The Specialist, 15 7, Queen St., will be clease.i to call180 words
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Article477 1908-12-04 10 FROM TUG-BOAT SPECULATIONS TO MULTI-MILLIONAIRE. Fifteen Years' Hard Labour. Mr. Charles W. Morse, the Ice King," was sentenced the other day to fifteen years' imprisonment with bard labour, the jury, after a trial lasting some weeks, having found him guilty of misapplication of funds and false entries477 words
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Article338 1908-12-04 10 Contractor Tells of Gin Crawls" with Guardians. The seven members and ex-members of the Poplar and Stepney Asylum Board of Managers accused of conspiring to defraud were agaiu brought before Mr. Dickinson at Thames Police Court recently and remanded. Thomas William Greaves, electrical engineer, said lie did work338 words
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Article71 1908-12-04 10 Sir John Jordan, British Minister to China, called upon His Excellency Na Tung, and, in the course of the interview, remarked upon the cordial relations existing between Groat Britain and China, as especially instanced in the Tibetan Treaty. He also stated, say* the China Critic, that since America71 words
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Advertisement495 1908-12-04 10 INSURANCE Companies. THE IMPERIAL FIRE OFFICE OtTITEO WITH TBS Alluhc* Aasoauio* Coutact, Lmrrsx a 1 Bartholmew Lane, London. muuim ISOS. Capital JMS.iIoO.OOC Total Fund* exceed.. £lo,ooo,ooo General Manager, Robvbt Liwts, Esq. BARLOW A CO.,— Agmu. ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY. LIMITED. FIRB AND LIFE. TOTAL FUNDS EXCEED £14,240,000 ras LAaoasi na* ornci495 words
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Advertisement609 1908-12-04 10 SALES BY AUCTION. AUCTION SALE OF STEEL CUTTISOS AND SCRAP IRON, At Messrs. Riley, Hsrgreaves and Co.,'* Ld. Premise*, Read Street, On Tuesday, December 8, at 2-30 p.m. H. L. Coghlan V Co.. 2592 Licensed Auctioneers and Surveyors. AFGHAN HORSES. AUCTION SALE or Two Handsome Geldings 4 and 6 years,609 words
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Advertisement353 1908-12-04 10 STRAITS CYCLE AND MOTOR CO., LTD., 15, Battery Road, ELECTRO PLATERS, ENAMELLERS, MAKERS OF THE CELEBRATED "LAJU" RACING BICYCLES. Sole Agents for Star Cycles. James' Cycles. INSPECTION INVITED. SMITH PREMIER TYPEWRITER CO.. LD. Commercial Machines, Nos. 4 6 are always Stocked TYPEWRITERS REPAIRED, PLATED AND RENOVATED EQUAL TO NEW, BY353 words
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Advertisement93 1908-12-04 10 CHAMBERLAIN'S COU6H REMEDY IN SIUTH AFRICA. Mr. S Schneider, of Koffeyfontein, U. K. C, is very grateful to the manufacturers of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He has found that it cures bis children as well as himself of their coughs and colds. They were all coughing and got no relief until93 words
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Advertisement513 1908-12-04 10 BANKING COMPANIES. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. capital *ig,oooooo RESERVE FUND Sterling Reserve 115,000,0001 SUvsrSawrv* •M.000.000J M».o°°,ooo 3*MTV* Liability of Proprietor 118.000.00 C COURT OP DIRECTORS. E. Shellim, Esq. Chairman. Hon. Mr. W.J. Gresson. Deputy Chairman E. Q. Barrett, Esq. W. Helms, Esq. O. O. R. Brodersen, O. R. Lenunann,513 words
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Advertisement633 1908-12-04 10 BANKING COMPANIES. CHARTERED BANK OF INDIA. AUSTRALIA AND CHINA. INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER. Paid up Capital In 60,000 Share* of <20eaoh £1,200,000 Ke*erv* Fund ..41,628.000 EU**rv* Liability of Proprietors 41 .200,000 BANKERS. Bank ol England. National Bank of Sootland. I' he London City A Midland Bank, Ltd. SINGAPORE BRANOH. Currant633 words
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Article1435 1908-12-04 11 NOTES AND NEWS OF INTEREST TO MOTORISTS. Brakes on Horse Vehicles. I see a correspondent takes exception to my remarks made the other day, on the inadequacy of brakes on horse-drawn vehicles, says Mr. Henry Sturmey in The Motor. lam afraid I must still differ from him. He says1,435 words
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Advertisement268 1908-12-04 11 ARGYLL CARS. JUST AKRIVED. S!^£lSs- P Argyll Model de Luxe. PAINTEi) DARK (IHEEN, NICKEL PLATED MOUNTINGS, KITTED WITH HOOD, MAGNETO, WIND SCREEN, LAMPS AND ACCESSORIES. Illustrated Catalogue and full particulars from SYME COMPANY, Tclnts THE STRAITS TIMES CAN BE OBTAINED AT THE Following Places IN SINGAPORE Messrs. John Little A268 words
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Advertisement54 1908-12-04 11 RANEEGUNGE PIPES. The interior of these Pipes being glazed, nothiDg will grow on them and cause obstructions, as is the case with cement or unglazed pipes and drains. Sola Agent* i THE BORNEO CO., LD. CALMONS PNEUMATIC TYRES. LNEXCELLKD KOK RELIABILITY AND DURABILITY. ■J. H SOLE AGENTS: BEHN, MEYER CO.,54 words
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Advertisement479 1908-12-04 11 SIDDELE Y i AUTOCARS I ACKNOWLEDGED TO BE THE FINEST CARS (APART FROM PAINT) AND BEST VALUE BY THOSE IN A POSITION TO KNOW. Sole Agents: CENTRAL ENGINE WORKS. JUST LANDED: Two 20-h.p., 6-Cylinder STANDARDS, Painted Red (one sold). SfStSV^ Club Hill on Top Gear WITH FTJXjIj LO-A.3D. Handsome Motorcars479 words
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Advertisement595 1908-12-04 12 Scale of Charges* f REPAID ADVERTISEMENTS.— MiaoaIKarons Want! of Every Description, Houses, |nl etc., to lei, are Inserted at the following mm:— One Insertion I 1.10 par Inch. Two 1.00 Three 1.80 Six I.M Hint i.40 Twelve T.M Twenty five 10.00 (Eaob subsequent month M per Inch.) The above rate595 words
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Advertisement368 1908-12-04 12 Miscellaneous WANTS. Kates Four Linn, on* or two lnMrtiou, (1. By the Inch, wm Seal* of Charge.. EVENING EMPLOYMENT WANTED. Wanted, by experienced book-keeper (Englishman), evening employment in any clerical oapacity. Typewriting also undertaken. Apply to W., c/o Straits Times. ORESSERS WANTED. Wanted, Dressers for Estate Hospital. Liberal salaries according368 words
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Advertisement403 1908-12-04 12 ARTICLES FOR SALE. Bans Foar Uass, OMlot two Inatrtlona.tl.oC By th« Inch, m Seal* of ChargM. RUBBER BTUMPB FOR BALE. Good Rubber Stumps, 10 mouths old. Apply Manager, Linggi Plantations, Ltd., Beremban. ■MM RUBBER EBTATEB FOR SALE Two Rubber Estate* about 1,000 acres eaoh (just valued). Will take i shares.403 words
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Advertisement495 1908-12-04 12 Netherlands Guttapercha Co. L SINGAPORE RUBBER WORKS. India Rubber Tyres, all kinds and shapes All kinds oi HOSE, Suction, Delivery, Steam, lor Carnages Motor Oars, etc. Hydraulic, Rockdrill, Gardenhose, Brake■RV TRWAmua motor tvrfh hose for Ra'Jways, Speaking Tubes, RE-TREADING MOTOR TYRES. CODDRINGS, GAUGE-GLASS RINGS. All kinds ol I.R. Buffers and495 words
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Advertisement308 1908-12-04 12 DAMSON'S' 500TS FOR AJLI- CLASSES. ttMqoalled tor BTYLB, COMPORT, and DURABILITY NONE GENUINE WITHOUT OUR TRADE MARK BTAMPEO Oi THE 80LE8. TO BE HAD OF ALL DEALERS. 23 LONDON WALL, LONDON, E.C X TO BE LET OR SOLO. K*t»B I— Fow Umm, om or two InMrtlooa, (1 Bf Urn i308 words
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Advertisement231 1908-12-04 12 TO BE LET OR SOLD. lUri —roar IfeMt oa* 01 two laurtlon 11.00 Bj Urn ladh, m« Mate of okarfw. 6000WN ANO HOUSE TO LET. No. 164, Cecil Street, and No. 1, Sophia Road (Rent $30). Apply to POWELL CO. 2472 HOUSE TO LET. No. 400, berangoun Road. Water laid231 words
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