The Straits Times, 12 June 1909
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Title Section13 1909-06-12 1 The Straits Times. NO. 22.984 SINGAPORE. SATURDAY. JUNE 12. 1909. PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement396 1909-06-12 1 KATZ BROTHERS, Ltd. WINCHESTER REPEATING RIFLE, MODEL 1906. Extra Light Weight. For .32 Short, .11 Long, and ,aa Long Rifle Rim Fire Cartridges. The Winchester Model 1006 is compact, light weight, takedown rifle, handling .22 Short, .22 Long, and .'lz Loag Kiile ltim I'iro Cartridges. It is attractive in appearance396 words
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Advertisement500 1909-06-12 1 ROBINSON CO. A Fresh Shipment of *p*\prt,Hjs"? JIBfI^BSS&A rauMiucu* MIL rouMiucua cc i > rouMisuun U ma-Hoi intl <-t mace ntaiTica o> otee Of v <»'o <i Nestor Gianaclis EGYPTIAN CIGARETTES. Petit Format, Fine Quality. p«k«i Petit Format, Extra Fine Quality. Zl+m, Format Moy en, Extra Fine Quality, i ght500 words
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Article722 1909-06-12 2 BULLDOG'S HEART-BEATS ON VIEW AT ROYAL SOCIETY. Liquid Radium. For the first time on record a live pedigree bull dog found himself on May 12, the observed of all observers among no less august an assemblage than the members of the Royal Society and their friends, who722 words
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Article130 1909-06-12 2 Salome Dance Given Despite Civic Ban. At York, Miss Mand Allan, the famous dancer, defied the civic authorities. The latter had passed a resolution banning the Salome dance or any colourable imitation of the same in York. Miss Allan, however, resenting such interference and the imputation130 words
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Article84 1909-06-12 2 Writing from New York, to his firm in London, a traveller in the tea trade says that business is (rightful there, and that there is quite a boycott going on against teas coming through the Canadian and London markets. Why, he asks, has not England some84 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement483 1909-06-12 2 BUCHANAN^ Z) FAMOUS I 1 "Black White" is absolutely the BEST VALUE obtainable. The reputation of this blend has been built up on the SOLID BASIS of Quality and Age and NO CHANGE has been made from the first. This fact is Guaranteed IMPORTERS: Borneo Company, Ld. ASPINALL'S Fine Copal483 words
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Advertisement483 1909-06-12 2 P|NG Should know that the purest, sweetest and most economical method of preserving, purifying and beautifying baby's tender skin lies in warm baths with CMMASOAP And gentle applications of Cuticura Ointment. For eczemas, rashes, itchings and chafings of childhood and for the prevention of the same, as well as for483 words
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Advertisement197 1909-06-12 2 ISMAIL RAHEEM ARE NOW SHOWING A LARGE VARIETY OF Diamond Jewellery, LOOSE DIAMONDS AND OTHER PRECIOUS STONES. Early Inspection Respectfully Solicited. THE HONGKONG ROPE MANUFACTURING CO. (ESTABLISHED 1883) MANUFACTURERS OF PURE ROPE I 38TRAND I CABLE LMtTI 1 4 BTRAND 1/2" to 12* 6" to 10" 8" to 10" Prices,'197 words
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Article441 1909-06-12 3 LIGHT ON THE CONTROL OF THE PRICE OF MEAT. American Action. Light on the control of the price of boef is given by the report, of Lord Robert Cecil's committee, appointed by the Gorernment last year in consequence of the rise in prices. The following are its conclusions441 words
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Article322 1909-06-12 3 Son's Distance from the Earth Determined. The Astronomical Congress lately held in Paris, has betin of a most Haooessful character. The main object of the gathering was to discuss the present position of the work for tho international chart and catalogue of the heavens and to arrange322 words
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Article158 1909-06-12 3 The export of floor from Anrtralia to China renders the following information, taken from a Conmilar report, of interest It is said that there are about 85 flour mills in the Chinese Empire, producing 1,600,000 barrels of floor. The foreign article is bound to feel the158 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement815 1909-06-12 3 2STE3"W PIANOS For HIRE From 2HI\J per month. BY PAYING AN ADDITIONAL $2 PER MONTH. WE OFFER YOU OUR New Transposing Model" A BOON TO ALL SINGERS.' S. <Sc CO. (Est. 1875). Orand Hotel Europe Bulldingi, A GIFT FROM ENGLAND. rpCC I Ol»l> ■•>••. L»CC TABLE CENTRE. Jant F«£E with815 words
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Advertisement55 1909-06-12 3 PAIN IN THE STOMACH. Ii is most annoying, as well as disagreeable, to be troubled with pains in tbe stomach, and there in no need of it, for one dose of Chamberlain's Colic. Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy will allay the pain. Try it once and be convinced. For sale by55 words
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Advertisement393 1909-06-12 3 WIT ROYAL 382& L APPOTKTHEHT. TABLE DELICACIES, <fr PICKI£S. SOUPS. nonma shb 1 I fKJ 1 I LI) rltATr>. l^^^gWts*. HALT VINEGAR Od^^ Stcr^l^S^jßlAatWELL. H. ABRAMS, HORBE REPOSITORY. 6. ORCBABD ROAD Jnst landed ex s.s. Darius, 8 very select Horses ami Gobs, readA" for immediate use. First-class turnouts ready for393 words
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Advertisement165 1909-06-12 3 The United Asbestos Oriental Agency, Ld. SOLE AGENTS FOR The UNITED ASBESTOS Co., Ltd., London. FRANCO-BRITISH EXHIBITION. This Company's awards were DIPLOMA OP HONOUR AND POUR GOLD MEDALS. PATERSON, SIMONS ft CO., LTD., sn'SoV i. DR. GABRIEL 6UNAWAROANA L=py^^ =r-H OF COLOMBO. I/ #^W*\S (AYURVEDIC PHYBICIAN) W/ if' *9JR VI165 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement644 1909-06-12 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. P.M STEAM HAVIBATIOH CO. Por China, Japan, Penanf Ceylon, Australia. India, Aden, Egypt. Mediterranean Port*. Plymoutb and London. Through Bill* of Lading issued tor China Ooast Persian Quit, Continental, aod Amerioan Portt. Steamorj will lsave Singapore oo or about. MAIL LINE. Outioard {for China) Assaye June 18 Caledonia644 words
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Advertisement668 1909-06-12 4 STEAMERS SAILING. OCEAN STEAM BHIP CO., LTD. AND CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO. LTD. The Oompaniee' steamers are despaohed from Liverpool outwards for the Straits, China and Japan every week and from Japan homewards for London, Amsterdam and Antwerp every fortnight for Genoa, Marseilles and Liverpool and tor Marseille*, Havre668 words
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Advertisement618 1909-06-12 4 STEAMEa BAILHHW. cp; Canadian Paoiflo Railway Company's Royal Mail St.amshlp Lino. THE BATIONAI. HIGHWAY TO BDBOPB WU OHIHA JAP AM, CANADA ud tas UMIXED STATEB. Rente from Hoaftoag. *4a Hh*ag>«l. Nagasaki, (leland Bea of Japan), KobeTlokohama, Vlotorta and Vanoouver, R.SLB. "EBTanseoi Imu" 1 Twin sorew ataaRJU. "E«ruMofJ»m' I man, 8,000618 words
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Advertisement351 1909-06-12 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. COHHIBD BBEVICB THE OCEAN 8. COY. LTD.. THE WEST AUSTRALIAN S. N. CO.. LTD. ■aivaai FUMAKTU (TUTO NORTH WW Al HTXALI AH FOBTB. JAY* MMB IIHUfM. Ragolar FortnighUy sailing* between Singa nor* and Western Anstreha, oalling at Jars (as inducement offers), Derby, King's Sound, (Port for the Kimoerlev351 words
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Advertisement644 1909-06-12 4 STEAHER BAILIWBS. HAMBURG AMERIKA LINE. HAMBURG. Th* steamers of this Oompany mamtala a regular (ante* btfaau Hamburg, Bremen, Antwerp, aad Rotterdam, and ths Strait*, Ohlna and Japan. Homewards, they ar* da* patched fortnighUy tor Havre aad Hamburg and one* a month for Bremertaven dlreot, celling at Penang and Colombo. Oporto,644 words
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Advertisement754 1909-06-12 4 STEAMER BAIUHBB. N. D. L. Norddeutscher Lloyd, Bremen. IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL LINE. The fast and well-known mail steamen ol this Company sail fortnighty from Bremen, Hamburg, via Rotterdam, Antwerp. Soathamp ton, Gibraltar, Genoa, Naples (oonneotiov Marseilies, Naples, Alexandria, and vice versa) Port Said, Buez, Aden, Colombo, Penang, Singapore, Hongkong Shanghai,754 words
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Article156 1909-06-12 5 FIXTURES. Saturday, June 19b High Water, 0.0 p.m. St. Joxeph'n Sports, 2.80. B.G.C. Monthly Medal. Alhambra Cinematograph. Harima Cinematograph. Marlborough Cinematograph. Sunday, June 13. High Water, 5.56 a.m., 6.56 p.m. First SuniUy after Trinity. B.G.C. Monthly Medal Monday, June 14. High Water, 7.16 a.m., 7.40 p.m. M.M.156 words
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Article163 1909-06-12 5 Despatches. Tv PnB.S. I <& Bangkok Hingapniv Jnne 13 4 p.m. Bangkok Phranang 19 4 p.m. Batavia Giang Sang IS p.m. lUtavia La Seyne IS 11 a.m. I Win Pabat Mena It 8 p.m. Batu P«hat Emilie 14 t p.m. Colombo Moyori Mara It S pro Deli,163 words
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Article64 1909-06-12 5 The M. M. company's steamer Armand-Behio, left Colombo at midnight on the 9th instint, and may be expeoted to arrive here on Moad»y, the 11th instant, at about 6 a.m. The M. M. oompany's str. Polynesien left Saigon, at 10 a.m. on the 12th inst., and may64 words
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Article278 1909-06-12 5 Latest Arrivals. Amhfrit. Brit. str. 188 tons, Captain Soott, June 11. From Pontianak, Jane 8. G.o. and 6 d.p. Ban Lee Heng. For Pontianak, Jane 14 Denbigh Hall, Brit. str. 8110 tons. Captain MoPbernon June 11. From Bangkok. Jane 7. Rice. Paterson Simons A Co. For Colombo, Jane278 words
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Article133 1909-06-12 5 June Van dtn Botch, Dat str, BaUvia via porta De Eerrnt, Oat str, Bandjermauin DM, Ger str, Bangkok Ban Hit, Quan, Brit str, Pontianak Nttluma Maru, Jap str, Hongkong and Japan Sdangor, Brit str, Telnk Anson via porta Signal. Ger str, Hoibow and Hongkong Lad* Wsld, Brit ttr, Ho133 words
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94 1909-06-12 5 Wharves at which Veasela arc Berthed To- Day. TANJONO PAOAR. Em WliV Biam Tanearville. Eaht W.Bionoa 1 -Gregory Apcar, Glenlallooh. Sacrum Mo. 1 (Hum W»iar)— Nil. Baonoa t— Tan. B—Nil.8 Nil. 4— Bandai Mara, E. Biokman. f— Mil. 6— Myrmidon, Mm. 7— Nil.94 words
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Article73 1909-06-12 5 omlng to Singapore. Per P. and O. steamer Moldavia, connecting with the steamer Asaaye, at Colombo, dne June 18. Miss Blair, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. O. Clarke, Mrs. Sime, Dr. R. Dane. Per P. and O. steamer Sardinia, doe June 26.— Dr. and Mrs. R. V.73 words
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Article51 1909-06-12 5 Per steamer Perak, June 12. From Port Swettenham: Messrs. Cator, M. Park, Cowan, Chew Kam Cbuan, Ons Cbong Hoi, and Chong Kok Choy from Port Dickaon Mr. Tan Tee Cheng from Malaooa Honorable W. D. Barnes and A. Bain. Per steamer Penang, June 12. From Malacca Mr. Sect Tiang51 words
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Article98 1909-06-12 5 Over a tboasand passengers arrived from Hoihow, this morning, by toe N D. L. steamer Loraok, which proceeds on to Bangkok to-day. Laat night the British steamer Denbigh Hall arrived from Bangkok with a foil cargo of rice. She left for Colombo. By the N. D. L. steamer98 words
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Article46 1909-06-12 5 Left Singapore DoeiDLoodoo Arrived May 21 P 4.0. Jane IS May SI N D.lt. Jane 17 M«y 27 B. I. Jane 19 May 81 M. M. Jane S3 Jane 4 PAP. JaoeS7 Jane 8 N.D.L. July 1 Jane 10 B. I. July S46 words
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Article557 1909-06-12 5 Mr. Walter Wellman's Plan Fully Arranged. Mr. Walter Wellman, who conceived the I idea of reaching the North Pole by airship, arrived at Plymouth, on May 17, and unfolded liis plans to a newspaper representative. The explorer said My brother, Mr. Arthur Wellman, will go North557 words
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Article163 1909-06-12 5 The following appointments are gasetted. Mr. J. M. Favell to be a first grade surveyor, revenue survey department Mr. C. W. C. Parr to act as commissioner of trade and customs Mr. K. J. B. Clayton to act aa district officer Ulu Langat. Mr. J. W. Simmons to163 words
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Article474 1909-06-12 5 (Su day, June 13.) First Sunday After Trinity, St. Anoaiw's Cathedral. 7 a.m. Matins; 7-44 a.m. Holy Communion (Choral) 8-40 p.m. Sunday School 3 45 p.m. Bibb Classes (Adults) 6-80 p.m. Evensong and Sermon. St. Matthew's, Sitot Loos. 11-16 a.m. Foo Chow Service 3-40 p.m. Sunday School 8-18474 words
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Article88 1909-06-12 5 7 A.M. Matins. First Lesson Joshaa 111, 7— IV, 16. Second Lesson S. John XX, I—l 9. Hymn 197 7-46 a.m. Holt Communion (Choral). Introit Psalm 111. Service Simper. Hymn at Offertory ...184 Hymn at Communion.. .B2l Hymn at Ablutions ...816 6-80 p.m.— Evensong and Sibmon. Responses88 words
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Article46 1909-06-12 5 Time-balls on Fort Canning and Mount Faber drop daily at 1 p.m Singapore standard time corresponding to 6 a.m. Greenwich meantime. The time gun is fired at 12 o'clock noon, indicating Singapore standard time, on every day excepting Sunday, when it ia Bred at one o'clock.46 words
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Article243 1909-06-12 5 Finance Commerce. EXCHANGE. SmoAPORB, June 12, 1909. On London— Bank 4 m/s 2/4, 1 Demand >l\i\\ Private 6 m/s 2/4 i*, do 8 m/s 34/j On Germany— Bank d/d 388 Private 8 m/s 340| do 0 m/H 242^ On France -Bank d/d 398 Private 8 m/s 296 do 6 m/H243 words
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Article55 1909-06-12 5 Howarth Erslrine 6% 600JOOQ 1% prem. Riley, Hargreaves 6% 284,000 1% prem. Spore Electrio Tramways Co., Ltd. 5% 860,000 nominal Straits Engineering Syndicate, Ltd. 6% 45,000 par. Singapore Municipal 6% 400,000 30% p.n0m 6% 1,878,000 7% prem. ♦i% 1.600,000 S% prem. a 4% t02,000 6% disc. Tanjong Pagar Dook55 words
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Article272 1909-06-12 5 g I Shabm Captial q Pad Un- >■ IBBUID Company Quota- j Last tionm Dividing •800,000 $300,000 •600,000 £600,000 ♦400,000 £60,000 £100,000 160,000 £120,000 •460,000 £260,000 £100,000 £120,000 •450,000 £27,000 10 10 10 l 10 1 1 1 10 1 10 6/--1 1 10 1 1 1 1 6272 words
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Article421 1909-06-12 5 4160,000 •200,000 £80,000 £80,000 £80,000 £70,000 £86 ,000 £16,000 £76,000 £110,000 £810,000 $680,000 £50,000 £180,000 £100,000 £820,000 G. 176,000 I 10 J i J I 1 17 17 I i 680 2/- 2-10 > 10 1 100 i 1 1 100 100 i i 1 17/6 10 1 1421 words
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Article260 1909-06-12 5 a) 0% debentures. (b) subscribed by employees. (c) part paid shares. BoHUsaa.— and bonus 2} per cent for year ended 81/12/09.— f and 6/bonus.— Baaamvai -Figures after names of oompanies indicate that they hold reserves aa follows (1) »26,000, (2) 114,000, (8) £6,000, (4) £4,873, (6) 128.000, (0) 17,400,260 words
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Advertisement109 1909-06-12 5 AUCTION SALES. Ho well and Co. June IS.— At Saleroom, Steam Launch Aameere, at 3.80. Jane 16. At saleroom, freehold land, at Balmoral Road, at 3.80. H. L. CoghUn and Co. June 14. At salerooms, freehold and leasehold land, Noh. 8, 4 and 6, Roberts Lane, at 2.80. Jane 14.—109 words
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Advertisement132 1909-06-12 5 Fine Art Printing AND Bookbinding BT LATEST ft UP-TO-DATE METHODS. jy<VA£ produce Printing that will make your business grow; J and we will put green foliage on the bare branches of \^Kr your business. There are many printing houses of course. Cheap printing, however, will not make your business grow.132 words
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Page 5 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous232 1909-06-12 5 WEATHER REPORT. Kamiami Ktrbau Botpital, Jvme U, 1909. (a.m. Im. 1 1. i.l Ruifaxi,. Bat. 81 Fab 19.889 19.839 19.89'J Temp 81.0 »9.0 79 8 nil. WstßaibThar 78 0 7VO 76 0 Dirof Wind calm calm calm Max. Temp.. 89 6 Mm. 74.0 Mix. In Sou.. ISO 0 Terrrad. Tbsr|232 words
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1289 1909-06-12 6 The Straits Times. PRICE 10 CENTS. SATURDAY, JUNE 12. OUR LOCAL RULERS. The greater and the lesser lights shone siiuultaueoualy in Singapore yesterday, when meetings of the Legislative Council and of the Municipal Commissioners were held, and each in its way had some characteristic work to perform. If, without disrespect,1,289 words
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Article20 1909-06-12 6 The Yam Seng estate output for the month of April was 3,800 lbs. of rubber and for May 4,000 lbs.20 words
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Article16 1909-06-12 6 Kahman Tin Mining Go's, contribution to the Malayan output of tin last month was 702 piculs.16 words
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Article23 1909-06-12 6 There will be a service in English in the Jobore chucb on Sunday, June 20, conducted by the Rev. J. A. B. Cook.23 words
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Article26 1909-06-12 6 Calcutta imported last year -2,911 horses against 4,099 in the previous year, and the value decreased to tho extent of five lakhs, nearly all from Australasia.26 words
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Article26 1909-06-12 6 At Yesterday's meeting of the Municipal Board, the cash balance on hand was reported as 181,100.57, as opposed to 9136,047.61 at the previous meeting on May26 words
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Article32 1909-06-12 6 It is reported that as Great Britain has proposed the heavy sum of taels 100,1)00,000 as the amount I retrooede, Weibaiwei to China, the Peking government has decided to postpone the proposal.32 words
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Article35 1909-06-12 6 Messrs. Helm, Meyer and Co. send us particulars of the Magdeburg Fire Insurance Co., for which they are agents, for tho year 1908. The company was established in 1844 and continues to make remarkable progress.35 words
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Article43 1909-06-12 6 Yesterday morning, the tail of a python was seen through a crevice in the flooring of one of the godowns at Tanjong Pagar and was caught hold of and the serpent was hauled up. It was found to be twelve feet in length.43 words
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Article44 1909-06-12 6 Prof. Flinders Petriu, in a lecture on recent explorations in Egypt, announced that the chief result of the year's work was the unearthing of a palace '-',000 years old. The structure, ho said, was a most impressive one, 400 ft. long, with splendid ornamentation.44 words
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Article58 1909-06-12 6 At the Alhambra last evening there was a crowded house to witness the fine film L'Assommoir. It is shortly being sent to Java and will not be seen in Singapore again as the film is on such great demand, supplies from Paris falling far short of the demand. It will58 words
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Article59 1909-06-12 6 As one of the A pear steamers was approaching the wharves at Tanjong Pagar, yesterday a Chinaman rushed out of a godown and jumped in her direction. He has not been seen since he disappeared beneath the surface of the water. It was an extraordinary act as tho steamer was59 words
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Article57 1909-06-12 6 The Prince Regent of China, has ordered the Board of Foreign Affairs to send him copies of the treaties between the different foreign countries so that if these should contain any features imposing a long-suffered grievance on China as a nation be may be able to take steps to secure57 words
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Article59 1909-06-12 6 According to Japanese papers, the arrival of outside foreign steamers has notably decreased of late on account of the depression in the carrying trade. This has seriously affected the coal market at Moji and Wakamatsu, which depend on these steamers taking return cargoes of coal. About 600,000 tons of coal59 words
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Article61 1909-06-12 6 Myriads of locusts, coming in clouds, have swooped down on the districts of Tashkend (Sir Daria) Khodeehent in the Hungry Steppe, and devastated one million acres of good crops. All the available troops from the garrisons in the districts have been ordered out to assist in destroying the pects, whioh61 words
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Article66 1909-06-12 6 Two battleships of 20,800 tons di placement each are to be shortly placed on the stocks in Japan, and will be named the Kawachi and Settsu. They will be equipped with twelve 12--inch guns, in addition to a number of 6-inch and 1 1J inch auxiliary guns, and protected with66 words
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Article67 1909-06-12 6 Pearl oysters abound off the Tonkin Coast, especially in tho Bay of Along. The pearling industry is turned to account by natives who now run the risk of being elbowed out by ■'apanete. Prospectors of that nationality have examined the bods and have located fresh ones. At present the pearl67 words
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Article88 1909-06-12 6 Cheered from beginning to end of their progress by thousands of enthusiastic spectators, the City of London Territorials, horse, foot, and artillery, on May, 15 marched from Finsbury-Circus to the confine* of the One Square Mile. The centre of interest was the Mansion House, where the Lord Mayor, supported by88 words
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Article399 1909-06-12 6 Dr. H. Gibbs and the port health officer hare been appointed coroners for Singapore. Mr. J. \V. Haddon has been appointed second assistant government analyst at Singapore. Mr. CJ. Fulton, of the Chartered Bank, Ipoh, is seriously indisposed and has bad to enter Dr. Skae's nursing home.399 words
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Article60 1909-06-12 6 The honorary secretary of the Singapore St. Andrew's Society informs us that since the inauguration in November of last year, tho membership has gradually increased and is now over 100. The general meeting will bo held^in September and it is to be hoped that the members60 words
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Article91 1909-06-12 6 On Thursday, Prof. Ramamurti mado two unsuccessful attempts to stop Mr. Cowan'H motor car, but at tho third ho not only succeed ed but tho car appeared to have been pulled slightly backwards by the Indian Sandow'n exertions. The Professor therefore won the challenge and was handed91 words
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Article145 1909-06-12 6 A cable has been received in Singapore from home announcing that the oil steamer Netherton, which had lain in harbour hero some two years, after tho fire which seriously damaged her forward, had arrived safely at West Hartlepool. She left Singapore on April 12, under her145 words
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Article175 1909-06-12 6 The Singapore Volunteer Artillery were inspected last evening by the Commandant S. V. C, Lieut Col. Broad rick, who expressed himself as being pleased with the turnout, although the officer commanding had expected more. Ho congratulated them on tbo bettor turnouts at drill, but reminded them175 words
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Page 6 Advertisements
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Advertisement405 1909-06-12 6 WHISKIES (SCOTCH) Dews o' the Glen. Perfection ID. 4 J. McCallum's). The Old Brigade. I'olo Brand (T. P. Griffin A Co.'s). Very Old Highland Blend. Bxtra Special Finest Liqueur Robert Macdonald. (Chop Rajah). Club Whisky. Clnb Bharu. Monarch o' the Glen. O. D. S. Rare Old Blend. V. O. S.405 words
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Advertisement155 1909-06-12 6 ALHAMBRA UNPRECEDENTED SUCCESS OK LASSOMMOIR THE DRAM-SHOP M EMILE ZOLA'S Most Powerful Novel TO-NIQHT. Acted by the Best Dramatic Actors and Actresses France can produce. This is Your Opportunity THE CHANCE OF A LIFE-TIME. FOR A FEW NIGHTS ONLY As wo have to send this subject to our Java branch155 words
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Article174 1909-06-12 7 PUBLICATION OF THE TEXT IN LONDON. Important Features. SIAM PLEDGED TO GRANT NO NAVAL STATIONS. Nothing to Prejudice British Strategical Interests. [Rbotbb's Tblbobam] London, June 12. Tho text of the Anglo- Siamese Treaty is published, and is accompanied by the correspondence between the British Ministor and the Siamese174 words
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Article64 1909-06-12 7 Lunch with Duke and Duchess of Connaught. IKacrik's Tblbobam] London, June 12. The Nasbiuiotos have lunched with the Duke and Duchess of Connaught. t". >y visited Windsor yesterday, aud afterware's attended a brilliant reception given by Mr. Rato, the Japanese Ambassador, at i laredge's Hotel, at64 words
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Article58 1909-06-12 7 Ev -Sultan's Property to be Sold for the State. [RaOTH'S TILIOBAMJ London, June 12. Tho Turkish Chamber has unanimously voted an [extraordinary credit of live million pounds. Of this sum four millions will be devoted to tho Army and Navy. A portion of tho sum required will come58 words
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Article36 1909-06-12 7 lour Men Injured at Portsmouth. [Ridth's Teligraml London, June 11. An officer and four men have been injured by au explosion of petrol in the submarine A 4, at Portsmouth. Tbe vessel was uninjured.36 words
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Article34 1909-06-12 7 I Du Ostasutischi Llotd Tslioham] Berlin, June 11. ■V state visit of Queen Wilhelmina to England is not expected, but it is said that King Edward will go to Holland next year.34 words
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Article34 1909-06-12 7 [Dib Onuuruou Llotd Tiuobam] Berlin, June 11. The Emperor William has formed a Com. mission to consider and to aid the Government on questions of administrative reform, Mr. Morgans (sic) is presiding.34 words
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Article71 1909-06-12 7 [RbUTBB'S TsLIORAM.] London, June 12. The Times Washington correspondent understands that Mr. Straight, U. S. Consul at Makden resigns for the purpose of represontiog tin- American financiers who propose to take part in the making «l loans to China for p lrposes of railway development. [Dbß OtTAIUTUOM71 words
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Article64 1909-06-12 7 A censor at Peking, has memorialised that the boards of communications, foreign affairs and commerce should do all in their power to encourage the people to embark on railway and mining enterprise. The Prince Regent has accordingly communicated with the Boards on these Unas. Tho newly64 words
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Article1014 1909-06-12 7 TRIAL TRIP OF NEW STEAMER FOR RAILWAY SYSTEM. Evidence of Complete Success. A large number of invited guests gathered on Johnston's Pier, yesterday afternoon, through the courtesy of the Tanjong Pagax Dock Board officials, to go out on tho trial run of the new steam ferry which1,014 words
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Article93 1909-06-12 7 At Waltham Abbey police court, Harriet Jones, a widow, living at Cbingford, was, the other day, fined ten shillings for failing to register herself as a moneylender. Three married women gave evidence showing that for several years they had been in the habit of borrowing small sums from the accußrd93 words
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Article949 1909-06-12 7 PROPOSAL TO DEFER PUBLIC WORKS. Consultative Committee Appointed. At the meeting of the Legislative Council, yesterday afternoon, before the general business commenced, Sir Arthur Young alluded to a proposal made by Government not to carry out certain public works provided for in this year's estimates. He stated that949 words
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Article755 1909-06-12 7 RAJAH OF PILAU BATAAM GIVES EVIDENCE. Finding of the Stranded Junk. The preliminary enquiry into tbe Johore piracy case was resumed before the second magistrate soon after noon yesterday. The details of the crime are still fresh in the public mind. Fivo Chinese named Cbia Kuek Chui, Lo755 words
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Article151 1909-06-12 7 China's Precautions Against a Duplication. In a report to the government, Mr. Funatsu, the Japanese Consul at Hongkong, says that since the jurisdiction of Pratas Island or Eastern Sand Island, as it is called by tbe Chinese, became a diplomatic question between Japan and China, the Chinese151 words
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Article115 1909-06-12 7 The Hongkong General Chamber of Commerce, asked as to whether or not that Colony should adhere to the International Convention of September 26, 1906, respecting the prohibition of the use of white phosphorus in the manufacture of matches, has replied that, for precisely the same reasons as \\»ro115 words
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Article885 1909-06-12 7 UNOFFICIAL QUESTIONS AND OFFICIAL ANSWERS. Vote for Penang Wharves Passed. His Excellency the Governor (Sir John Anderson, K. C. M. O.) presided, yesterday afternoon, at a meeting of the Legislative Council, at which there were also present the Officer Commanding the Troops, MajorGeneral Perrott the Colonial Secretary, Sir885 words
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Article124 1909-06-12 7 A Frenchman in Tonkin has invented an aeroplane with a framework made of bamboo. He made a public trial of it at Hanoi, on May 10. The flying machine had been roughly put together, and resembled a gigantic kite, a rope being fixed to the middle part124 words
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Article94 1909-06-12 7 MR. BALFOIR'S STRENUOUS DENUNCIATION. Inconsistent with Common Financial Honesty. IRlCTll's TaLBOBAM] London, Jane 11. The Finance Bill has been- read a second time in the House of Commons by 863 votes to 209. The minority included 62 Nationalists. Mr. Balfour in the coarse of tbe debate described94 words
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Article119 1909-06-12 7 WARM SUPPORT FROM VICEROY OF CANTON. Contributes Two Hundred Thousand Dollars. (Fkox Odk Own Cobrespondbnt.) Hongkong, Jane 12. The Viceroy of Canton has contributed 1200,000 from the Provincial Treasury for the founding of a University it Hongkong. Ho adds that he is end savouring to find further funds119 words
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Article25 1909-06-12 7 Kbutse'b Tilio&am. London, June 11. Tbe French Senate has adopted the bill giving bounties to silk growers by 211 votes to 5.25 words
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Article27 1909-06-12 7 (Fbom Our Own Cobbbspondint.) Penang, Juns 11. Communication by telegraph between Penang and Singapore will be open to the public on Thursday, the 17th instant.27 words
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Article309 1909-06-12 7 Decreased Revenue and Increased Expenses. Among the papers laid before the Legislative Council, yesterday afternoon, was the annual report on the working of the Singapore and Kranji railway for tho year 1908. Mr. J. H. Williams, the manager and engineer, points out that the result of the309 words
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Article172 1909-06-12 7 After three months' suspense, with a charge of criminal misapropriation of 1360 hanging over him Tan Kirn Cbian waa yesterday acquitted by Mr. Colman. Mr. Knowles showed that dishonest intention was absent, though there had been irregularity. Chu Koe, a Chinese woman, charged with enticing the wife of172 words
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Article883 1909-06-12 8 R.G.A. BEAT V.M.C.A. BY THREE GOALS TO ONE. Losers Draw First Blood Under favourable conditions the'afternoon being cool and shady and the ground fairly dry— the tie between the R. G. A. and the Y. M. C. A. in the Singapore Football Association Cup competition was played883 words
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Article190 1909-06-12 8 Messrs. W. J. and H. Thomson's fortnightly circula.- dated May 16, aays Para. We have had a quiet but firm market until the last few days when owing to shorts covering an active demand set in both for spot and distant delivery. Hard core fine baa advanced190 words
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Article350 1909-06-12 8 Disappearance of an Officer in West Africa. Leave to presume the death of Navigating Lieut. Edward William Gore Ring, of H. M. S. Dwarf, was given by Mr. Justice Bargrave Dcane as having occurred on or sinoe August JO, 1908, in the following circumstances H. M.350 words
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Article238 1909-06-12 8 Shipwrecked Crew's Terrible Experiences. A remarkable tale of shipwreck privation, and adventure is reported from Queenstown, where news has been received of the total loss of tbe British vessel Addie Beatrice on a reef off Myniguana Island, in the Bahamas. For twenty four hours the crew238 words
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Article113 1909-06-12 8 Germany Possesses all Rights to Patent and Improvements. The Wright Aeroplane Co., Ltd., has been formed at Berlin with a capital of £25,000. Those concerned in the company include such well-known names as Krupp. Loewe and Co., Borsig, and others. Tbe founders are members of the Society for113 words
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Article102 1909-06-12 8 Mr. J. F. Owen, the Resident, Labuan, ha* presented his report for 1908, to the Legislative Council and it was laid on the table at the meeting, yesterday afternoon. The revenue of the year was 172,318, exceeding the estimated receipts by 18,117, bat falling short of the102 words
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Article58 1909-06-12 8 A fierce dust storm swept over Secunder abad and Trimulgerry on Ist instant, tbe militiary lines suffering badly One native driver and four horses were killed and several men and horses wounded. The stables were blown down and roofs removed. A regimental four-in-hand brake, with two officers,58 words
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Article85 1909-06-12 8 Mr. V. Faber, Consul-General for Denmark in London, and his son Mr. Leslie Faber, a well known actor, who recently adopted tbe Head of the Firm from tbe Danish and produced it with success at the Vaudeville, have arrived in Shanghai, says the Mercury, and are now the guests of85 words
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Article1928 1909-06-12 8 INTERESTING MEETING OF THE COMMISSIONERS. Great Society of Rescinders. An unaHually interesting meeting of the Municipal Commissioners was held in the Board Room, yesterday afternoon. Those present were Messrs. E. G. Broadrick, president J. Polglase, secretary R. Peiroe, engineer W. R. C. Mi.'dleton, health officer A. J. W.1,928 words
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Article125 1909-06-12 8 A Melbourne wire says that the Premier (Mr. Murray) intends to bring before his colleagues a proposal for the introduction of legislation to restrict, and if thought advisable, to prohibit cigarettesmoking in Victoria. Mr. Murray say* that opium smoking was practically abolished by legislation, and he thinks125 words
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Article66 1909-06-12 8 Tbe man Dul, reported yesterday as drowned, has been discovered by tbe police. According to his statement, he floated for three hours or more in the wa, dinging to a piece of tbe wrecked fishing stake and was eventually picked up by a sampan. The police found66 words
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Article93 1909-06-12 8 Smokeless Powder and Small Bores Smuggled Through. A very serious aspect of the successful importations of rifles and cartridges into Afghanistan, brought by Muscat gun-runners, is the appearance of smokeless powder in the consignments. A large number of small bore rifles and the necessary ammunition has93 words
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Article187 1909-06-12 8 S. C. R. C. Tournament. The result of yesterday's play was as follows A Singles. Ong Teck Lim owe 18, beat Tan Tiam Keat owe 8, 4—6, B—l, 6—2. B Singles. E. Yean Keat, owe beat Lim Loon Hook sor., 6—l, 6—2. Chia Keng Tye, owe 12, beat Koh187 words
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Article187 1909-06-12 8 Rom Lai, the driver of tbe motor -oar which belongs to Prof. Ramamarti, tbe Indian Sandow, pleaded guilty before the second magistrate, this morning, to driving an unlicensed oar, rash driving and being drunk and incapable. Insp. Jones explained tbat accused ran into a bullock cart and187 words
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Article56 1909-06-12 8 Opium has just been put under ban in Samoa, a German South Sea colony. Tbe Governor has forbidden the importation and sale of the drag there unless for medical purposes. He took this action on the advice of the medical officers, and with the approval of the planters. Chinese coolies56 words
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Advertisement202 1909-06-12 8 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. HQUSEB TO BE LET. Ncs. 8 and 4, Mount Rosie, and No. 68, Anson Road. Apply Raffles Hotel. BTRAYEO OR STOLEN. A brown Pug, slut, with Municipal New Licence No. 490. Finder will be rewarded on returning same to Ho Chin Hock, c/o General Post Office. SITU ATM202 words
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Advertisement308 1909-06-12 8 Prof. Rflhiomnrti (THE INDIAN 8AN00W) Supported by a Marvellously Selected Troope of Artistes, Acrobats, Clowns and Wrestlers. LOCATION: BEACH ROAO. Next to Alhambra. TO-NIGHT f Grand Presentation Night, When Professor Ramamurti will be presented with a GOLD MEDAL BY MR. 8. KUPUSAMY. PRICES OF ADMISSION Box to Seat 6 ...116.00308 words
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Advertisement271 1909-06-12 9 Yon have never experienced to perfection the strange indescribable delights of smoking, unless 70a have smoked a Justus Van Maurik Cigar. MAC KINLEY in three sizes, viz per 100 Regalia c. i. faut $5.00. After Dinner $4.00. Entr' Actos $3.50. BISMARCK $6.75. EXPRESS $3.80. HANDELSVEREENIGING "HOLLAND," SOLE IMPORTERS. SLEDGE MILK.271 words
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Advertisement108 1909-06-12 9 HOLIDAY TICKETS. For trips to the Netherlands-India Archipelago by steamers of the Koninklyke Paketvaart Maatschappy and Stoomvaart Maate chappy Nederland, made between April 15 and July 16, 1909, return tickets will be issued against payment of tho single fare, on condition that the return voyage must be mado not later108 words
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Advertisement920 1909-06-12 9 TENDERS for REVENUE FARMS. Tenders are invited for the lease of Revenue Farms in the State of North Borneo from the Ist January, 1910, as set oat hereunder. REVENUE FARMS IN THE STATE OF NORTH BORNEO. 1. In making arrangements for the leasing of the Farms for the next Farm920 words
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Advertisement423 1909-06-12 9 (h) The Opium Farmer is responsible for seeing that Chandu is not sold by retail at the Opium Farm or at the Opium Farm shops at prices higher than those fixed by Government and named above g). The Opium and Spirit Farmers may fix their own prices for supplying tbe423 words
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Advertisement151 1909-06-12 9 SINGAPORE SODA WATER "V J. MOTION CO. Watchmakers, Jewellery, Opticians. REPAIRS PROMPTLY EXECUTED. UNION 8.8 00. OF NEW ZEALAND. LTD. SINGAPORE TO NBW ZB ALAND DnaoT, AUCKLAND, WBLLINGTON, LYTTLBTON AND DUNBDIN, ALSO CiLLIKO AT SAMARANO AND FIJI (v mDccmiNT omul, The Company's T.B. Steamer APARIMA, 6,704 tons, H. A. Ratter,151 words
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Advertisement568 1909-06-12 9 STEAMER SAILINGS. KY.K. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO LTD Two regular services are maintained between JAPAN and EUROPE by tbe Company's well-known TWIN-SCREW STEAMEKS. onder Mail Contract with the Imperia Japanese Government, specially designed for tbe Company's European Service, lighted throughout by Electricity, provided with excellent accommodation for First and Second568 words
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Article405 1909-06-12 10 TRAVELLING TO THE VERGE OF THE ATMOSPHERE. Eighteen Miles Above the Earth. A remarkablo ascent has been recorded by one of the small balloons whioh for some time have been sent up from different places in order to investigate the conditions of the upper atmosphere. To the405 words
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Article442 1909-06-12 10 Startling Discoveries by High Scientific Authorities. In the present state of the Indian tea industry, says the Calcutta Asian, it seems somewhat unkind of a scientist to have discovered that beer is better for the lower orders than tea I He points out that every oup of442 words
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Article104 1909-06-12 10 Is the smoker who bays a packet of tobacco an eighth of a ounce light in weight for 4d. receiving better value that tho man who pays 4 id. for the full ounoe The question has been warmly debated in certain quartern, bnt it is a matter104 words
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Advertisement618 1909-06-12 10 BANKING COMPANIES CHARTERED BANK OF INDIA. AUSTRALIA AND CHINA. UIOOBPOKATjSD BT ROYAL OHABTEB. raid np Capital in 80,000 Shares of «oaach 41.tM.000 Beeerre Kund f11.C7C.000 Baaerre Liability of Proprietor* f11.t00.000 BANKERS. Bank oi England. National Bank of SooUand. Tl* Laadosi City Midland Bank, Ltd. SINGAPORE BRANCH. Ourrenl Aoeount* are opened618 words
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Advertisement534 1909-06-12 10 BANKING COMPANIES. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. t>AiD up capital 110,000,000 4KBERVE FOND Starling Reserrs 116,000,0001 tt9 600 000 BUTtrßsMrrs 114,500,000 f •■•.ow.uw tUssrr* Liability ol Proprlators •15.000,000 COURT Of DIRECTORS. Hon. Mr. W. J. Orssson, Chairman. H. E. Tomkins, Bsq., Dspnty Chairman. 8.0. Barrett, E*q. 1. B. Lensmann, Bsq534 words
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Advertisement49 1909-06-12 10 BET IT TODAY. Do not negleot your family. Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is sure to be needed when least expected. It costs but a small amount to keep this medioine always on hand and it is economy hi the end. For sale by aU Dispensaries and Dealers.49 words
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Advertisement508 1909-06-12 10 SALES BY AUCTION, MORTGAGEES SALE. AUCTION SALE OF THAT CHARMING SUBURBAN PROPERTY, Known as HALESWORTH," No. 214, Bukit Timah Road, At Messrs. H. L. Coghlan A Co's Sale-rooms, On Monday, June 14, at 930 p.m. Freehold Land, area 8 acres, 2 roods and 15 poles, substantially built brick residence, close508 words
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Advertisement760 1909-06-12 10 SALES BY AUCTION. SATURDAY. JUNE 12. AT 2 P.M. Important Auction Sale OF HIGH-GRADE TEAK FURNITURE. PIANOFORTE PLANTS. THE PROPERTY OF W. E. SHARP, Esq., who is prooeeding to Europe, At "Selbourne Villa, 11 36, Cairnhill Road. Comprising: a BRILLIANT TONED COTTAGE PIANOFORTE IN TEAK CASE BY »H. RAWIE," VERY760 words
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Article855 1909-06-12 11 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. Taxi-driver What's the matter wiv yer Ansom There ain't nothin the matter wiv me Taxi: Then why did yer gimme such a narsty look. Anßom I didn't giv it yer yer 'ad it to start wiv t A two miles ride in a855 words
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Article87 1909-06-12 11 The practice of making gibes and witticisms at the expense of the Soctch is not past, says the Daily Graphic. It is the bread and batter of the great majority of English comic artists it is the unfailing standby of the mysterious gentlemen who tarn oat the killing87 words
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Advertisement368 1909-06-12 11 INSURANCE COMPANIES. THE MANUFACTURERS UFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA. The Manufacturers Life is one of the strongest and best Life Insurance Companies in Canada, and one of the most progressive Life Companies in the world. Daring 1008 it received applications for (1 7,877,237.50 (S.S.C.) of Insurance. It now carries 198,940,035.71368 words
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Advertisement283 1909-06-12 11 CANTON INSURANCE OFFIOK LIMIIED. OapMal Babsoribed.... tt.MO.OOC Amount paid-up 100,000 Reserve fond 1,5*0,000 Hmu> Oim, Hoswiom. The undersigned, having been appointed igsnts of the above Company, are prepared tr tooepl Marine Risks at ocrrent latsa. BOUBTEAD Go.,— Afmu. UNION FIRE INBUKANCE OOMFAHT OF PARIS anuunm 1818 RKBKRVEB AMD TOTAL ODARANTEEH283 words
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Advertisement39 1909-06-12 11 A REMEDY THAT NEVER FAILB. No matter how severe an attack of diarrhoea may bo, Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy never fails to give relief. You oannot afford to be without itFor sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.39 words
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Advertisement384 1909-06-12 11 SHEFFIELD SIMPLEX CARS. 20-24 HP, 6-CYLINDER, 5-SEATED, WITH HOOD. BCREEN. H.T. Magneto Ignition, Wire Detachable Wheels, 816 X lO6 m/m Tyres, Lamps, Horn, Mechanical Lubrication. Petrol capacity: 10 gallons. COMPLETE $5 t 600 NETT CABH. sole Agents: CENTRAL ENGINE WORKS. LATEST NOVELTIES IN EX 8 8. "8IMU" AND TEUCER CYLINDER384 words
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Advertisement268 1909-06-12 11 Insure Your Motor Gar! AND COVER YOURBELF AGAINBT REBULT OF CAR ACCIDENTS. Don't take the risks any longer. Yon may be called upon for HEAVY DAMAGES at any moment. The payment oi a small sum annually BELIEVES YOU OF GBEAT RESPONSIBILITY, especially if you ase a native Chauffeur. Full particulars268 words
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Advertisement570 1909-06-12 12 Scale of Charges. PREPAID ADVERTISEMENTS.— MisceIIaneous Wants of Every Description, Hooses, Land, etc., to let, are inserted at the following rates One Insertion J1.20 per inch. Two 2.00 Three 2.80 Six 6.20 Nine 6.40 Twelve 7.12 Twenty- five 10.00 (Each subsequent month 15 per incb.i The above rate is based570 words
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Advertisement393 1909-06-12 12 Miscellaneous WANTS. »aMSK-y— Lt—a, tw iMBrtHM. P.M Bt ttolaah,BM Seal* of Caufw. ANGLO-CHINEBE FREE SCHOOL. Wanted, three lady teachers for Primary Classes. Apply by letter to the Principal. 1159 GOVERNESS WANTED. Wanted, an English or Eurasian governess for two children. Apply to J.C.K., Grange Road. UN CANVASSER WANTED. Wanted at393 words
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Advertisement573 1909-06-12 12 TO BE LET OR 80LD. bn -Fow Ua*a, oa* n Iwo fiirtln fI J» BrlaißUß. Mooealoof aaattM. OFFICE TO BE LET. Offloe on second floor of. No. T, Battery Boad. Apply to Ontario and Co.. Ltd. MM BUNGALOW TO LET. A fine bungalow, No. 1C Mount Elizabeth Road, immediate entry.573 words
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Advertisement666 1909-06-12 12 TO BE LET OR SOLO. BUTM i— Fo«r Urns, oaa ot tw taaarMoam. »1 m Bitai laeo. m Saata ol Pa.!—. HOUSE TB BE LET. Kenilworth, Barker Koad, to be let. Rent 945. Apply H. L. Coghlan Co., Auctioneers. IMI HOUSE. TO BE LET. No*, si and M, Imitlotlcn HU,666 words
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Advertisement541 1909-06-12 12 SINGAPORE RUBBER WORKS. Netherlands Gutta Per c ha Co., Ltd. Motor-tyres retreaded at Moderate Prioes. All kinds of India Rubber Articles, Sheets, VALVES, Rings, TYRES, HOSES (Suotion, Steam, Hydraulic), Gardenhoses, Tubes, ENDLESS BELTS, FLOOR-TILES, MATTING, EBONITE and Hard Rubber Articles, Bicycle Tyres. Works Offices: Passir Panjang, Singapore. Sole Agents i541 words
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Advertisement358 1909-06-12 12 BOARD AND LODGING. Btnsi— Faa* Llbm. oaa ot Iwo IbmtMobi. fin Bf «>• l«h. g »J. ot Charmi BOARO AND LODGING Looms vacant. Mrs. you Bargen, 8, Mount Elizabeth 1118 BOARD AND RESIDENCE For single gentleman or married couplt Apply 21, Sophia Road. 1010 BOARD AND RESIDENCE. Board and apartments358 words
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