The Straits Times, 12 February 1912
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Title Section13 1912-02-12 1 The Straits Times. NO. 23.796 SINGAPORE. MONDAY. FEBRUARY 12. 1912. PKICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Advertisement177 1912-02-12 1 BEER. KATZ BROS., LD. Beg to announce the removal of their Drapery and Ladies' Departments to the First Floor of their new premises. Important Notice. NEW GOODS BEING OPENED OUT DAILY. Dspartmenfa RIBBONS. SILKS AND VELVETS. CURTAIN MUSLINS. LACE AND SILK NECKWEAR. DRESS COTTONS. BLOUSES. FLOWERS. PRINTED COTTONS AND LINENS.177 words
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Advertisement190 1912-02-12 1 ROBINSON CO. Sole Agents fox* THE ALL-STEEL RALEIGH CYCLE. New 1912 \\\\S///// RAPID Models j|^Hi^> RIGID now on view RELIABLE. > RALEIGH SUPERBE MS^^* POPULAR RALEIGH I RALEIGH RACER GIRLS RALEIGHS THE BRITISH "MASTERPIECE" OF CYCLE CONSTRUCTION. OPERA GLASSES JUST nODTD A large assortment of various kinds of Opera Glasses.190 words
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Advertisement10 1912-02-12 1 JEFFREYS PILSENER BEER Sole Agent* ADAMSON GILFfLLAN. AND CO. LTD10 words
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Article1238 1912-02-12 2 DELHI FROM MILITARY POINT OF VIEW. Condemned by the Iron Duke." Correspondents in one or two of the home papers, discussing the proposed transfer of the capital to Delhi, draw attention to some references to the subject to be found in Earl Stanhope's "Notes of Conversations with1,238 words
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Article494 1912-02-12 2 Little Idea of what Joan of Arc was Like. The celebration at Domremy of the fifth centenary of the birth of Joan of Arc has recalled the fact that France has no clear idea of the features of its national heroine. M. Henry Rcvers in Les Nouvelles494 words
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Article401 1912-02-12 2 Gibraltar Trade" Threatened With Extinction. There is a possibility that a flourishing j industry iv the bay of Ciibraltar will soun j receive its death blow. Smugglers, who I hate carried on their trade for years, are I prot .sting that it is not fair to them to401 words
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Advertisement616 1912-02-12 2 A Captain in Kitchener's Scouts Nervous Breakdown, Paralysis The master force which conquered the most perilous afflictions and enabled him to endure amazing hardships sa s Captain Henderson, is derived tnlirtiy from Pkosfetvu. Exposed by 'is advemutous life to an extraoiuinnry seiies of mir-forlunes, from being disabled in action, to616 words
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Advertisement13 1912-02-12 2 For all internal complaints, Dysentery, Conglis, Colds, etc., take Woods' Great Ptjpptsimint Care.13 words
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Advertisement64 1912-02-12 2 Japanese Dentist, 74. BRAS BASAH ROAD. Dr. K. Tmitada is tbe only Japaneno Dentint in tbe t« wih «bcm yoa o»u consult direct either in Eoglibb or Malay. Painless Extraction from $1 each Gold C»ppmK 6 Silver Capping 8 Juiaod Crown 4 Bridge Work 6 Fall net tec-ib on plate64 words
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Advertisement165 1912-02-12 2 V m R a A r°k E N BRAN» W JS;^ Tonic Wine L.J I^9l Hastens Recovery I $wtm After Illness IHf A^BL-.^^^^^ is sufficient to convince I W^^m^^^^^ tne sufferer that 'Vaxa' is A a powerful restorative. j I When most remedies fail a courstf of 'Van A 1165 words
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Article1035 1912-02-12 3 BIG CATASTROPHE NARROWLY AVERTED. Super-Dreadnought Rams Revenge. The Portsmouth correspondent of the Daily Chronicle writing on January 7 says I A serious collision took place in Portsmouth Harbour to-day between tho superDreadnought battleship Orion and the battleship Revenge. Breaking away from her 'moorings down stream, the Revenge ram-1,035 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement192 1912-02-12 3 It you wish to keep the Rubber Trees Healthy TRY CARBOLINEUM PLANTAR I UM SCHACHT. For Killing Fungus (see No. 9, Vol. IX, of the Agricultural Bulletin"), Parasites, Beetles, Ants and other Enemies of the Rubber Trees AND FLORAEVIT For Disinfecting and Freeing the more delicate parts of the Rubber192 words
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Advertisement41 1912-02-12 3 Croup. If your children are subject to attacks of croup, watch for the first symptom, hoarseness. Givo Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as soon as tho child becomes hoarse and the attack may be warded off. For sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.41 words
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Advertisement472 1912-02-12 3 CRUSHED FOOD. rrj it aid To« Will to letlsfM. I. R. BBLILIOS bega to inform the publio that bis Factory for preparing Crashed Food, at No. 1, Belilioe Road, is now opened. Prioe of a bag of Crashed Food, 1 p 10 oat. <§ U.OO por bag. No. I Bran,472 words
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Advertisement291 1912-02-12 3 UNIVERSAL (Patent Fumlgator) RECOMMENDED BY THE DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE, F.M.S. WHITE ANT cfj[ AND IN USB ON NEARLY EVERY RUBBER ESTATE IN THUS F.M.S. EXTERMINATOR. SOLE IMPORTERS) AYLESBURT AND GARLAND, IPOH. OBTAINABLE IN SINGAPORE FROM JOHN LITTLE CO., LTD. The SINGAPORE CEMENT TILE WORKS 89, Bencoolen Street. Coloured Cement Tiles,291 words
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Advertisement619 1912-02-12 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. STEAM NAVIGATION CO. FOR CHINA, JAPAN, PENANO, CEYLON, AUSTRALIA, INDIA, ADBN, EGYPT, MEDITERRANEAN PORTS, PLYMOUTH AND LONDON. Through Bills if Lading issued fcr China Coast, Persian Gulf, Continental acd American Ports, Steamers will loavc Singapore on or about:— MAIL LINES 1913 Outward (for China.) India Fob 'Jit I619 words
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Advertisement686 1912-02-12 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. N. Y. K. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO., LTD. EUROPEAN LINE. A Fortnightly service ia maintained between Yokohama via ports to Marseilles. London and Antwerp, nnder mail contract with the Imperial Japanese Government. The New Twin-screw Steamers maintaining this service ham been apooially designed and constructed, and cro fitted686 words
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Advertisement611 1912-02-12 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. THE [SUM STEAM NAVIGATION CO.. LD. EAST COAST SERVICE. For Pahang, Berserah, Tringganu Bisat, Somorak, Bacho, Kelantan, Baognara Telupin, Panarai, Patani, Singora, Laoon, Kohsamui, Bandon, Langsuan Cbumpon Taku, Koblak »nd Bangkok. Out Departure 8 p.m. s.s. YUGALA Feb. 14 8.8. ASDANG Feb. 14 Feb. 17 ■.•.MAHIDOL* Feb. 18611 words
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Advertisement511 1912-02-12 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. HAMBURG AMERIKA LINE. HAMBURG. AMD DEUTSCHE OAMPf SCHIFPFAHRTSGES. "HANS*" MEMER. Combined Service. Tho steamers of these Compinies maintain a rogular service between Hamburg Bremen Antwerp, and Rotterdam, and the Straits, China and Japan. Homewards, they are despatched fortnightly for Havre and Hamburg and onco a month for Bremerhavon511 words
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Advertisement640 1912-02-12 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. N. D. L. lorddeutscher Lloyd, Breme i. IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL LINE. Tho fast ani woll known rutil steamers of t'n's Company nail fortnightly from Bremen, Hamburg, via Rotterdam, Antworp, Southampton, Gibraltar, Goaoa, Naples (connecting Marseilles, Naples, Aloxindria, and vico versa) Port Said, Suox, vl n. Colombo, Penan.,', Singapore,640 words
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Article140 1912-02-12 5 FIXTURES Monday, February i a. High Waior, CM a.m., 7.5 p.m. Strait* Asiatic Society, S p.m. l'liilliarmonic Orohoitra practice, 6.16 p.m Polo, Buflt v. Civilians. Tuesday. February 13. High Watar. fMO a.m.. 8.48 p.m. Tho Great Rtymond, Theatre, 9.15 p.m. Singaporo l'olo Club meeting, 5 p.m. Wednesday,140 words
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Article154 1912-02-12 5 To-DAT. Port Swett<~raham and Tclok Ansou Perak 3 pm Malacca and Muar Ktki 3 pm MorHing Knantau, Abbotsford 3pm TOMORBOW. tST Penang, Ceylon. Australasia, lniia, Adon, E,:ypt and via Naples tor Europe, etc. Gocben 6 am K rimnu Glanegi 9 am Sarawak and Goebilt R. of Sarawak154 words
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Article102 1912-02-12 5 The Imp. German mail steamer York liaviuy left Colombo at 6 p.m. yp-terd-iy, may be iptcted to arrive here on Saturday, tho 17t.li iu-t at 10 a.m. Lift Sinqapoki. Jan. BM. M. Jan 12 P. rt O. Jan. 1* N. D. L. Jan. 18 B. I. Jan.102 words
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Article900 1912-02-12 5 Latest Arrivals. Ajax, Brit. Rtr. 4177 tons, Capt Owen, Feb 11. From Yokohama, Feb 6. G.c. W. Mansfield A- Co. For London, Feb 14. W. .\iny Thyo, Dut. str. 71 tons, Naoodab, Ftb 10. From Indraciri, Feb 10. Gc. and 26 d.p. Seng Hee. For Indragiri, Feb 18.900 words
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Article148 1912-02-12 5 Arrivals Per atr. Marnrtn, F. b 11. From Libuan. M«ms. H. A. W. Sshopner, C. Loflang. L. Vitz«>. J. R Bewher, ZradUy, F. A. Bets, Mr«. Frayne, Mr. and Mrs. Cbittenden, Mr. and Mrs. Binterwor'h Per str. Mai icra. Feb 11. From P. Dfck«on *h ports. Me«r«.148 words
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Article258 1912-02-12 5 Finance Commerce. EXCHANGE. Sihqapori, February 12, 1912. O« Lomd«»— B«nk 4 m/B m. a/4 i i Demand 2/4,«j Private 8 m/i 2/4 ft 8 m/i 8/4* O* Oimant— Bank d/d m, 288* Private 8 m/a 242* Oa F«a«c«— Bank d/d M 2»4 Private 8 m/( On Ikdu— Bank T. T.258 words
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TO-DAY'S STOCKS AND SHARES.
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Article154 1912-02-12 5 'sirae 2 Value 10 10 Belat Tin 10 10 Bruang 10 10 Kanaboi £1 £1 Einta Tin 41 £1 Lahat Mines 10 10 Malacca Tin 6/. 6/- Pabacg Cong 1 £1 £1 Penekalon £1 £1 PoKing Bahro £1 £1 Posing Lam* 10 10 Rahman Hyd 41 41 Rabman Tic154 words
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Article597 1912-02-12 5 Icsmo S Value Bayer*. Seller 3/. 2/- All»«»r 8 U 8.7} 2/. 8/- Anglo Malay 10/3 16.10} 2/. 3/- BataDß Mai»ka 2/4 2 9 41 41 Bata Caves 11.16.0 12.2 6 £1 41 Batn Ti*ra 8 15.0 4 0.0 XI £1 Bnkit Kajang 2.H.0 2.16.8 £1 41 Bnkit Lintang597 words
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Article126 1912-02-12 5 lasne 3 Value Bayera Sellers 10 10 Baden norn Smelttag 10.00 10 T 6.00 41 41 Bleetrie Tramway* 8 3 P/9 10 10 Fraser Neave 47 09 47.26 100 Howartb Hrskine C 7.60 100 a 7% Prel. 92.50 97.50 100 100 E«ta Bro, Del. 180.00 100 100 8% Com.126 words
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Article45 1912-02-12 5 Bajen Salltrs S'pore Mnnicipal 4}% of 1907 11,600,000 7% S'poro Municipal 4J% of 1900 11,000,000 7% 9%pm S'pore Municipal4% 1002,900 par Bayoia Sclle'i Howarth Krshine 8% 1900,000 f*t Hiley, Har^roavcw 8% 1284,000 H m. Singapore Bleotrio Tramways 6% 4860,000 3'poro Municipal 5 ll,87b,0O0 aota.45 words
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Advertisement50 1912-02-12 5 Tho seven wonctors of the world Aro jftcD raved about; O( courso you woudur what they are, I've 1)< c v and found it out, For Mrs. hrowu hat* nix fiou 6on<**, S.x WLndtrs 1 am MNj Aul the >rv(-utli W'lud. r in for colds, 'Xia Wood's Uruat l'e^ptrmint Cure.50 words
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Advertisement253 1912-02-12 5 AUCTION SALES. Powell and Co. Feb 18. At saleroom, freehold land at Spicer Rd., etc., at 2.80. M. L. Coghlan and Co. March 6 At saleroom, Important sale of town properties No. 180, Victoria St. etc., at 2 30. Ching Kens Lee and Co. Feb 12.— At saleroom, freehold agricultural253 words
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Advertisement239 1912-02-12 5 SMOKED SARDINES OBTAINABLE FROM RETAILERS OF REPUTE. ,Sm: I TRAVERS SONS, LTD. THE LEADING WHISKY ON THE CHINA COAST For Over* 3O Years WATSON'S E Very Old Liqueur. SCOTCH WHISKY. HASLEWOOD CO., LTD., Telephone 1019 MANURES FOR RUBBER, COCONUTS, Etc.. Etc. C. I. F. Prices, with full particulars how to239 words
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Advertisement207 1912-02-12 5 TENDERB INVITED. Tenders aro invited (or the supply to H. M. Ships and Hired Vessels at Singapore, ol the (ollowirg artiolee: Frocrn Bee(, in equal quantities ol Fore- quarter and Hind quarter, Frozen Mutton, i Fresh Vegetables (2,3rds to be Potatoes), S >(t Bread, Ground Nat Oil, Lime, Fresh Water207 words
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Advertisement50 1912-02-12 5 To-Night X To-Nirfht AT THE Harima Hall Cinematograph, north: bridge road. Lrvat Few Nights Only. "THE COLLEEN BAWN" WITH AN ENTIRE CHANCE OF PROGRAME INCI.UDINO Gaumont Graphic (2nd edition). Latest Nova of Home and Abroad. Book in k at Harima Office, Beach Road. Tkufhonb 1118. K HAF.IUA, Sole Proprk tirs.50 words
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Obituary20 1912-02-12 6 Sabkis*.— At St. Leonards-on-Sea, on the I lth inst., Tigran Sarkies, of Raffles Hotel, afced 51 years. By cable.20 words
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1125 1912-02-12 6 The Straits Times. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12. LORD HALDANE'S MISSION. It may bo true, or it may not be true, that the solo purpose of Lord Haldanc's visit to Berlin is to inquire into German University methods of scientific education. In either case tho intense interest aroused is a proof of1,125 words
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Article38 1912-02-12 6 A row of the circle at tho Kennington Theatre was reserved tho other night for a remarkable family party, consisting of a Mrs. Cornfield, a Lincolnshire woman, and her 21 sons, eight of whom aro iv the Army.38 words
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Article39 1912-02-12 6 The police have received a complaint from a Kling woman residing at 148 Lorong Serai to the effect that a man named Kadabacha Saiboo entered her room and stole from her neck a necklace, value 175— while sho slept.39 words
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Article21 1912-02-12 6 Tho Anglo Chineso Free School sports were hold on Saturday afternoon and wan thoroughly enjoyed notwithstanding tin dampness of the weather.21 words
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Article31 1912-02-12 6 Mr. Oscar Haramerstein states that tho London Opera House, upon which ho hoa spent j£350,000, will have to be closed unless opera lovers subscribe for boxes and stalls in the buildings.31 words
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Article30 1912-02-12 6 A medical practitioner has bequeathed £150,000 for the erection at Hull of alms houses to which persons who have beon in better circumstance-s will be admitted in preference to others.30 words
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Article37 1912-02-12 6 At a Board meeting of the Hongkong ami Whampoa Dock Co., Ltd., the directors recommended that, subject to the completion of audit, a dividend of $1 per share bt paid for the half-year ending December It 1911.37 words
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Article34 1912-02-12 6 Mr. H. E. Prattcn, vice- President of the Australian Manufacturers' Association ami holder of other public positions in Sycln.-v who was in Ipoh last Septomber, is back here again studying the possibilities ol Malaya.34 words
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Article45 1912-02-12 6 A shark measuring about C feet long and IM inches round the body was caught on Sunday by a Malay fisherman at Pasir lan jang. Tho monster was brought to a Chinese towkay in Clyde Terrace Market, who is now offering the same for sale.45 words
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Article41 1912-02-12 6 Sir John Jordan, the British Minister to Peking, has received several serious menacing letters, probably from the side of the Imperialists. Further, several Englishmen in Peking have been warned to leave their houses for fear of bombs being thrown at them.41 words
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Article53 1912-02-12 6 With the approach of the Chineso NewYear the talc of misappropriation by servants begins to enjoy its annual prominence. In one case reported to the police today, a cook is alleged to have absconded with S9*> and a Hylam boy in another case has gone off with two gold rings53 words
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Article60 1912-02-12 6 At an informal general meeting of the members of the North Borneo Turf Club, held in the Sandakau Club on Jauuary 17, it was decided to have a r.ice inc. Usg OB Harsh 19, iv honour of Sir West Rklgeway't vi.it the meeting to be considered a byemeeting, auU not60 words
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Article52 1912-02-12 6 The would-be suicide who was itraaj .i from the sea by European P. C. Bake* week ago appeared before Mr. Maundrcll, thiid magistrate, to day, charged with the attempt to drown himself. In aaaaiaaj sentence of two months' simple imprisonment on the accused, hi.s worship warmly commended the gallantry of52 words
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Article62 1912-02-12 6 A forerunner of the happenings in the ten vis n.atches at the Manila Carnival was given on February 1, says the- Manila Times «tMB Gardner, just in (rota Urn I nit n States, defeated Gaunt, the Singapore ch.iuipion, three straight sets Gaunt then won v set from tho local champion,62 words
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Article78 1912-02-12 6 It is understood, says the Times of Malaya. thai the authorities have under consideration a scheme for linking up Pcnang anil Siri'_;:i pore by telephone by me-ans of a truck Una through tho peninsula and that, towards the end of next year, we in Ipi.h mny be able to talk78 words
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Article84 1912-02-12 6 It is a not uncommon thing for the local polico to liavo to deal with cases of people saturated with oil and cet afire in bed, but wo do not recollect a case similar to that reported by a man, named l'eng Ah Kon". who is now in hospital, this84 words
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Article127 1912-02-12 6 An evidently premeditated murder WM committed on the GhugJ II ad, B| miles from town, on Saturday light A (himsmallholder Mined Qow Boon Goh was occupied with something outside hi* house, No. 212, about BJMIL His wile was within tho houso at the time ;U i.l was startled to hear127 words
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Article236 1912-02-12 6 i r lr i, 11 1 J^o 3 J R> N 'c"olson gavo a dellgntfal children's party at Holne Cham, Grange lioad, on Saturday afternoon. In apito of somewhat unkindly wentbor, there was opportunity for the jnMjjpauil to have n glorious time on the mcrry^o round wliic-h had been set236 words
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Article525 1912-02-12 6 Mr. \V. I'.artloy is acting as Insiiector of Prisons, Straits Settlements. Mme. Eva (iautliier, the well-known vocalist, made her first IMMMMMa lxf.nc a Ituugkok audience on February laid was accorded a great ovation by a large gathering. Mr. D. D.Mackie left on Saturday by the P. and525 words
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Article93 1912-02-12 6 The five men arrested in conmctiim with the recent gang robbery at New Bridge Koad Bar, and the attendant murder of a young Chinaman, ■toad in tho dock of the third police court In l.iy. The ease was only up for mention, Detective Inspector Taylor requesting an.ithor93 words
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Article180 1912-02-12 6 On Satnrday at 6.20 p.m. the Fire Krigado received a call to Stanley Street anil sub sequently found a chimney badly aliro at a Chinese kM in Stanley Street. Tho flumes mm quickly extinguished. At 0.40 this morning a messenger rosbed into tho Kallaug Fire Station and180 words
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Article219 1912-02-12 6 Many readers will regret to learn of tho death of Mr. TigrM Sarl.ics which occurred at St. Leonards-era- Sea, Sussex, at 6.. r )0 p.m. ye-tenUy. Mr. Sarkies, who WM 61 y.ns of age, had been uuwell for MM mwwMtir able time, and for in.219 words
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Advertisement127 1912-02-12 6 Pi.-.c iuation of the East f Is broueM home to you In -^p^aW the perfection to which Egyptian Cigarettes hay. J^been broußhl by Mescrs. Z =^^^^HBk. Bouton Rouge P and Felucca Ifff Egyptian Cigarettes j£~*°^~. The care with which thpv ire made, under Ideal '"j. r a Luxury to the127 words
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Advertisement171 1912-02-12 6 ENTIRE CHANGE OF PROGRAMME TO-NIGHT. A Series of New and Carefully Chosen Subjects From A VARIETY OF MAKftRS. REUBEN IN NEW YORK. Thanhouscr Film. MADAME ALICE'S AGENCY, Or Domestic liliss Assured. WIFFIES, POET. M. Prince. MARCO VISCONTI. Film dArt I taliana. CAST. Marco Viscontl. Signor Dillon Lombardi. Ermelinde. Signora Gemma171 words
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Advertisement13 1912-02-12 6 Latest advertisements of the day aprva on page 5 and on page 8.13 words
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Article1254 1912-02-12 7 GREAT SPEECH BY MR. WINSTON CHURCHILL. German Navy a Luxury. Rbctbr's Tbleoram. London, February 10. Speaking at Glasgow, Mr.Churchill said that he was able to givo a very good account of tho Navy, and ho believed that it was in a high state of preparedness for a1,254 words
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Article157 1912-02-12 7 FIERCE FIGHTING WITH FRENCH MINERS. Strikes at Manchester and Glasgow. ■sura'i Teummx. London, via Durban. February 11. The Manchester dockers have struck with tho utmost suddenness as a protest against the employment of uou I "jioiii-ts. Work is at ,1 and it is band that the transport workers157 words
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Article43 1912-02-12 7 Rectih's Tbliosax. London, via Durban, February 11. Mr E. T. Hooley, the notorious financier, has been sentenced to a year's imprisonment in the second division for fraudulently obtaining two thousand sterling from a youth just inheriting a fortune.43 words
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Article31 1912-02-12 7 Bavnafa Tklkoram. London, via Durban, February 11. Tho King of Montenegro, after brief visits to Vienna and Berlin, has arrived at St. Petersburg, whon he wax much feted.31 words
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Article15 1912-02-12 7 Rfcter's Telegram. London, via Durban, February 11. The death of Principal Fairbairn is anuojjictd.15 words
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Article38 1912-02-12 7 KOUTHIt'IJ TMLHOKAM. London, via Durban, February 11. Mr. Bendall has been appointed joint examiner of plays with Mr. Brooktiold. Ho is looked upon as the doyen of tho dramatic critics connected with the London Press.38 words
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Article26 1912-02-12 7 Ksdtkk's Thlboram. London, via Durban, February 11. In tho third of the billiard matches, at Caxton Hall, the halfway scores aro Gray R,-2:tl, Stevenson Mtt-26 words
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Article86 1912-02-12 7 HKI IKItS TKI.KIiR.IM. London, via Durban, February 11. Router wires from Adelaido that tho elections arising from tho dissolution following on tho I'pper House refusing to pass Government measures is causing tremendous interest. It is certain that the Liberals, who wore in opposition in the last parliament, will86 words
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Article201 1912-02-12 7 ENGLAND'S FINE FIRST-WICKET SCORE. A Test Record. (From Ocr Own Correspondent.') Colombo, February 10. The fourth test-match was continued at Melbourne to-day in fine weather and on a perfect wicket. The partnership betweon Hobbs and Rhodes for the first wicket continued throughout the day's play, and at201 words
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Article50 1912-02-12 7 Rbcteb's Telegram. London, via Durban. February 11. Mr. Justice Darling exhorted the jury in the Grosse espionage case to act in no spirit of vengeance against auy nation in view of recent events. Ql MO was sentenced to ten years' imprisonment in Singapore in 1898 for uttering forged notes.50 words
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Article38 1912-02-12 7 Recter's Telegram. London, via Durban, February 11. A Lisbon message says the Portuguese Cabinet is conferring on the recent disturbances, and it is announced that as order is being restored, martial law will shortly bo abolished.Reuter - 38 words
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Article49 1912-02-12 7 (From a Malacca Correspondent). Malacca, February 11. Information has been received by Malacca Rubber Plantations, Limited, that the price of fine Para in London yesterday was 4,r. J per lb. valuo. The prico of best plantation rnbbei is quoted at 5 2 sellers. The market quiet.49 words
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Article57 1912-02-12 7 (Fbom On> Own Corrispondint). Ipoh, February 11. Daring tho last six weeks there was a record sale of provisions in view of the Chinese Now Year. The number of robberies at Kinta is reported as follows 1909-10, twenty gang and 28 ordinary; 1910-11, nine gang and 14 ordinary57 words
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Article61 1912-02-12 7 (FaOM OCB OWX CORRESPONDENT.) Ipoh, February 10. Two nativo craft, tho Canton and the Stephan, collided last night six miles from Bagandatoh. The Canton was sunk, and five passengers were drowned. The Master Attendant, Singapore, annouuees that the Canton lies in the fairway of Perak river channel61 words
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Article62 1912-02-12 7 Just ono other reminder that The Groat Raymond opens at tho Victoria Theatre tomorrow night. Ho presents tho programme which drew so largely in London, and which had the distinction of making the show not only bewildering but delightfully amusing also. Mr. Raymond aims at giving the East62 words
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Article122 1912-02-12 7 The supercargo of tho Poh Ann, a man named Ho Keo Hoo, said to be a British subject, was arrested last night in connection with a smuggling case of twelve months ago, says tho Bangkok Times of February 3. Firearms were found hidden in cases of cement, and prisoner and122 words
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Article819 1912-02-12 7 ISSUE OF DEBENTURES TO MEET WORKING EXPENSES. Directors' Policy. The directors of the Merliman Rubber Estates, Limited, in a circular to the shareholders, state As arranged at the meeting of shareholders, held on December 21, 1911, the directors have pleasure in submitting the following information regarding tho working819 words
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Article162 1912-02-12 7 According to official returns gazotted in Tokio on January 26, the United States continues to bo the greatest buyer of Japanese articles, though her purchases last year fell to Yen 142,725,048 from Yen 14.'),T02,249 in 1910. America's exports to Japan are on the upward grade. Great Britain's162 words
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Article89 1912-02-12 7 It is with pleasure that the friends of the late Mr. John P. Joaquim, barrister atlaw of Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, will hear that his younger son, Basil, of tho Middle Temple, has successfully passed his final examination, as a barrister-at-law, being third in Second Class Honours and truth out89 words
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Article65 1912-02-12 7 Fourteen Inch Guns to be Mounted. Rboteb'B Trleokam. London, February 11. Renter wires from Washington that tho War Department has ordered the immediate beginning of the construction of a great fortress on Flamenco Island, at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal. It will be armed with fourteen65 words
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Article56 1912-02-12 7 Bold Programme for Future Years. Router's Teleoram. London, February 10. Tho French shipbuilding programme is announced. It provides for three battleships being laid down in 1912, two each in 191:1 and 1914, and four in 1015 and two fast cruisers annually in l'Jl7, 1918 and 1919. The56 words
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Article27 1912-02-12 7 Rbctib's Trleoram. London, February 11. A Sevillo message says King Alfonso has arrived there and received an ovation. He is touring in flooded Andalusia.27 words
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Article61 1912-02-12 7 Recter's Teleobam. London, February 11. In a soccer match England v. Ireland at Dublin the former won by 5 to 1. Cambridge beat Oxford by 3 to 1 at Queen's Club. At half time the scores wcro 1 eiirh. The rugger match England v. Ireland ended in a win61 words
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Article22 1912-02-12 7 Der Ostasiatiscbe Lloyd Telsobam. Berlin, February 10. Herr Hertling has been appointed Bavarian State Minister, and will form a now Ministry.22 words
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Article22 1912-02-12 7 Deb Ostasutischi Lloyd Teleoram. Berlin, February 10. Russia has ordered the disarmament of Mongolian and Chinese detachments when entering Chailar territory.22 words
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Article26 1912-02-12 7 Der Ostaslatische Lloyd Telegram. Berlin, February 10. The Dutch Chamber has received a Bill demanding an additional amount for warships for the East Indies.26 words
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Article29 1912-02-12 7 Dee Ostasiatischb Lloyd Telegram. Berlin, February 10. There are rumours in Paris that there will be a meeting between King George and tho Czar in March.29 words
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Article21 1912-02-12 7 DIR OSTASIATISCHI LLOYD TeIBORAM. Berlin, February 11. The constitution of the Brussels Sugar Convention will be maintained till 1918.21 words
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Article38 1912-02-12 7 Reuter's Telegram. London, via Durban, February 11. A Berlin message says Herr Spahn, of the Centre, has been elected President and Herr Schcidcmann, a Socialist, and Herr Paasche, a Liberal, as viee -presidents of the Reichstag.Reuter - 38 words
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Article126 1912-02-12 7 Der Ostasiatisciib Lloyd Tklkoiiam. Berlin, February 9. In the third elections for the Reichstag Herr Spahn, cf the Contro party, was elected president with 196 votes. The Socialist leader, Herr Bebel received 175 votes. Tho first vice-president is Herr Schcidcinann, the Socialist deputy, who received 189 votes; while the second126 words
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Article19 1912-02-12 7 Reuter's Telegram. London, via Durban, February 11. Mr. Lloyd Oeorgo had audience with tho King yesterday.Reuter - 19 words
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Article301 1912-02-12 7 MORE WILD SPECULATION IN THE PRESS. Exaggerated Importance Attached. Rbdtbr's Telroram. London, February U. A Berlin message says Lord Haldane roturns to London to morrow. Today ho lunched with Herr von Stumm. Tho Daily Telegraph has reason to believo that exaggerated importance hns been attached to Lord301 words
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Article100 1912-02-12 7 PASSED BY GREAT MAJORITY IN FRENCH SENATE. M. Cleraenceau's Denunciation Recter'.s Telegram. London, February 12. Renter wires from Paris that tho Senate has ratitied the Franco- German treaty by Jl2 votes to 42. M. Poincare made the vote a question of confidence, and said the treaty was notReuter - 100 words
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Article198 1912-02-12 7 STRONG SPEECH BY MASTER OF ELIBANK. The Insurance Act Agitation. Rrutkii's Tklkoram. London, via Durban, February 11. Tho Master of Klibank. BfoaUag at Edinburgh, said tho Government would take up the Unionist challcngo ami make the. Insurance Act a party measure, aud would use tho whole power of198 words
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Letter488 1912-02-12 8 To the Editor of the Straits Times. sir, There has been a groat deal of grunting and growling about street lights in certain parts of Singapore. Whilo tho growl is on, may we claim our share When I say wo" I mean tho. Sailors' Home; and when488 words
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Letter359 1912-02-12 8 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, May I ask for a space in your noted columns to express plainly and impartially niv opinion and views of what has appeared in your paper lately regarding Mr. Sydney Moorhouse. One side only of the matter359 words
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Article592 1912-02-12 8 Magistrate's Decision in the Charge Against Mr. Smith. Before Mr. Acton on Saturday the hearing was continued of tho charge of causing grievous hurt by ri-.li or negligent driving preferred against Mr. A. M. Smith, of Topham, .1. nies and Kailton and eventually his Worship said the592 words
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Article214 1912-02-12 8 Average Deposits and the Bullion Salved. The marine insurance market was a little surprised on January 10 to learn that a ytueral average deposit of oO per c< ut. was required on the gold and silver salved frumtlie Delhi and now on their way to India,214 words
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Article110 1912-02-12 8 Mr. E. T. Hooley's Affairs. An adjourned sitting of the London bankruptcy court appointed for the public examination of Mr. Ernest Terah Hooley, who was a ljudgid baukrupt on July 15 last, described as of the (iieat Northern Hotel, Kins'9-eross, X., financier, was held on January 18. A statemciit of110 words
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Article60 1912-02-12 8 Tho following prices were realized on the sale of rubber at the Auctijn Mart, 77 River Side, on Saturday, tho 10th instant Per picul. Sheet 1 1203.81 Sheet 2 250.80 Crepe No. 2 2-18.50 Scrap crepo 222.00 Hark crepe 217.00 Scrap (untroated) $181.00 Tho whole lot was60 words
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Article29 1912-02-12 8 The Municipality of Morccambe, in Lancashire, has inaugurattKl a tramway systom iv which this cars arc driveu by |>etrol, the coat of tho fuel being one penuy per mile.29 words
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Article448 1912-02-12 8 Scotsmen of Medan Celebrate the Festival. (From a Correspondent.) On the evening of January 25, the Scotsmen of Medan and district gathered at dinner in the Modan Hotel in honour of the immortal memory of the Scottish bard. The dinner provided by the Medan Hotel consisted448 words
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Article300 1912-02-12 8 (From Ocr Own Correspondent.) Labuan, Fobruary 8. Tho Scott arrived from Temburong on t' c 2nd instant bringing over Mr. Albert Vanscoliua of the Brunei Estates, Ltd., who had been seriously wounded that night by a Malay mandore named Husscn. On arrival he was immediately conveyed in tho300 words
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Article263 1912-02-12 8 The Royal Colonial Institute Shceme. We announced on March 18, 1911, The Times says, that the Royal Colonial Institute had appointed a representative committee of commercial men to encourage and facilitate Empire trade and industry. We now learn that the work of the committee has received263 words
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Article45 1912-02-12 8 Captain Wolff-Metternich (son of the ii. i mi. hi Ambassador in London), who was released from gaol on January 14 after having wrvi'il a term of nine months' im piiMuiiincut for fraud, has been re-arrested mi a charge of having been concerned in card -sharping.45 words
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Article807 1912-02-12 8 Prices Quoted la the Market This Morning. Singapore, February 12, 1912. JMesers. Lyall and Evatt, Exchange and Share Brokers, issue the following list ol quotations this morning Norn Value. Bayers. Sellers. 2/. Allagur 8/1* 8/10 2/- Options 1/1 lii 1 Anglo-Java 6,1) 6 10) 1 Anglo-Johore 7/6807 words
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Advertisement28 1912-02-12 8 "STARBOARD LIGHT An exqaiaito peppermint I'ijiear. IT LOOKS GOOD AND TASTES BETTER. Garner, Quelch Co., WINE AND SPIRIT MERCHANTS, Battery It ad, Singapore. Tii'.ophooe 881. •M 25 9-1228 words
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Advertisement12 1912-02-12 8 Woods Great Peppermint Cure for all internal complaints. Dysentory, Coughs, Colds, etc12 words
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Advertisement404 1912-02-12 8 Raffles m Hotel. SPECIAL DINNER On Saturday, February 17. GRAND HOTEL CONTINENTAL Saigon. The only first-class Hotel in Saigon. Every oomfort. Splendid verandah. Rtqtaurani With management, French kitchen and attendance an in tho flnost European Restaurants. Manager G. Ferandy, late from the Grand liotcl, Paris. Saigon. Theatrical season (frou Ocobur404 words
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Advertisement349 1912-02-12 8 You Have, Waal a Very Good i P.o^r.iujrue i< yo:ihiv« not MM i cur Sa'.urday one, but we have ANOTHER VERY 600 D PROGRAMME on To-nieht, i i which some of Saturday's piIMBM ate rotaintd, while the series incudes a naniber of OTHER FRESH FILMS which giva jou quite your349 words
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Advertisement256 1912-02-12 9 MINIMAX FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. For home, warehouse, godown, or factory. Has extinguished 17,000 Fires. Always ready for immediate use. Sole Agents: PATERSON, SIMONS CO., LTD. "UNDERWOOD" Typewriters. If you want thorough satisfaction buy an Underwood. Full exchange value allowed in the price for old machines of any make. Universally First and256 words
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Advertisement61 1912-02-12 9 GLEN LINE OF STEAMERS. LTD. FOR LONDON. Tho s.p. CLENLOGAN, 0,000 tons, Captain McCregor, ia expected here on February '24, and will have prompt despatch for the above port. She has excellent accommodation for passengers and carries both a Doctor and a Stawardoss. Saloon pasaago Singaporo to London, $300. For61 words
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Advertisement716 1912-02-12 9 STEAMER BAIUNGS. TOYO KISEN KAISHA (Oriental S.S. Co.) and WESTERN PACIFIC RAILWAY CO. Tbe New Route Via China, Japan, Honolulu, and Ran Francisoo to all Points in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Europe, Operating the New 21 000-ton Triple Screw Turblae Liners "Shlnyo Maru" "Tenyo Mary" md Chin Mara,"716 words
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Advertisement469 1912-02-12 9 Canadian Pacific Railway Co.'s Royal Mail Stoamahip Lin*. THB NATIONAL HIGHWAY TO EUROPE Via China. Japan, Canada and tbk United States Hoato from Hongkong, via Shanghai, Nagasaki (Inland hiea of Japan), Kobe, Yokohama, Victoria and Vancouver. R.M.S. Empress of India" Twin screw RM.S. Empress of Japan" I m 8 g469 words
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Advertisement461 1912-02-12 9 STEAMER SAILINGS. APCAR LINE OF STEAMERS. Tho undermentioned mail steamers of the above Line maintain a regular service between Calcutta and Japan, calling at Penacg Singapore, Hongkong and Shanghai en route. FLEET Tons Commander "Japan" 0,018 A. Stbwabt Gmoobt Afcab" 4,(00 S. H. Bblson Arkatoon Apoab 4,600 C. F. Hudson461 words
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Advertisement348 1912-02-12 9 STEAMER SAILINGS. THE EAST ASIATIC CO.. LTD. FOR HONGKONG, SHANGHAI AND JAPAN. The Danish P.H.TRANQUEBAK is expected to arrive from Kurope on tho 12th in-tant, and will receive a prompt despatch for tho above porta. For freight and further particulars, apply to THE EAST ASIATIC CO., LTD., Agents. 9-2 1.12348 words
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Advertisement437 1912-02-12 10 INSURANCE. GREAT EASTERN LIFE ASSURANCE CO., LIMITED. Head Office I Winchester Hoate, SINGAPORE Board off DlMrtom O. A. Dbkbick, Esq., Chairman. A H. Faib, Esq., Managing Director. I'ktik b owlib, m.b., 0.m., Chkf Mod. Offloer- M. Elliot, Esq. A. D. Allan Bmj. Tow Noas Paw, Bsq. O«a Sow Tbb, Bsq.437 words
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Advertisement287 1912-02-12 10 INSURANCEFEDERAL LIFE ASSURANCE BOMPMT OF MNAM. BSTAMMMD 1883. S.S.O. Iniunno* in Faroe, over lIMOMM.M New Budnssi, 1910, 0v0r...M,MQ,000.00 Large Nat Surplus above liabilities for Reserve and all outstanding claims. Dfreot Government Supervision Cash Loans/Settlements, etc, made locally. Policies are WORLD WIDB." J. H. EVANS, Manager, South Bastera Asia. THB BORNEO287 words
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Advertisement520 1912-02-12 10 BANKING. CHARTERED BANK OF INDIA. AUSTRALIA AND CHINA. INCORPORATED BT ROYAL CHARTER Paid up Capital in 80,000 Shares ol 420 each 41,200,000 Reserve Fond 41,626,000 Reserve Liability ef Proprietors... 41,200.000 BANKBRB. Bank of England. Tbe London City Midland Bank, Ltd. National Bank ot bootiand, Ltd. SINGAPORE BRANCH. Current Aoeoonts are520 words
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Advertisement594 1912-02-12 10 BANKING. THE IZE HAI TONS BANKINB AND INSURANCE CO.. LTD. NO. 6T AND 58, KLINQ BTRBBT. Established 1907. Capital paid up 11,000,000.00 Reserve liability of proprietors 1,000,000.00 COURT OF DIRECTORS. 1. Tav Tsci Joon 6. Six Kia Ja> 2. Nam Kxm Sana 7, Tbo Hoo Lai 8. Linw CfeiA Hbnq594 words
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Advertisement107 1912-02-12 10 Petroleum Residue AS A WOOD PRESERVATIVE. TSfiere is nothing better on tlje market. COMPARE OUR PRICES WITH OTHER PRESERVATIVES. 56 cents per gallon t. o. b. any steamer in tfie Roads or ex $odown. Apply to THE ASIATIC PETROLEUM CO.. LD.. WINCHESThR HOUSE. 37-10-c 384 H. L. COGHLAN &N0 CO3IPANY,107 words
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Article976 1912-02-12 11 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. The following notes are from the Morning Post of January 12 The oldest annual Motor Show in these Islands and the largest over held in Scotland opens to-day under the auspices of the Scottish Motor Trades Association in the Industrial Hall976 words
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Advertisement464 1912-02-12 11 WOLSELEY Th o Car of Refinement an* Reliability IT IS THE BESULTS, in the hands of private u&ers, that account (or the enormous Sole; 9OIC demand (or WoUeley oars, tbat is compelling m a m the expansion of the works by tho erection Jnflff/a mgenim of new pliop(i by the464 words
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Advertisement83 1912-02-12 11 Mothers Should Remember This. We wish to call your attention to the fact that most infectious disea.ses such as whooping cough, diphtheria and scarlet fever are contracted when the child has a cold. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy will quickly cure a cold and greatly lessen tho danger of contracting these diseases.83 words
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Advertisement299 1912-02-12 11 TRADE Hi I MARK. CARRIAGE AND RICKSHA RUBBER TYRE. IWlK'Rims R» Ifc'Rms- fiMl*°*M For I'R.ms Use Dunlop Quality, It ie the Beat Stooka always on hand. Suppliers to the Trade only. Particulars and estimates given for Solid Tyres, for Motor Busses and Motor Commercial Vehicles of all descriptions. THE DUNLOP299 words
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Advertisement196 1912-02-12 11 The [New CONTINENTAL Price List for CYCLE and MOTOR CYCLE TYRES is READY and will be forwarded on application. Obtainable through all Leading Dealers JOHN LITTLE A CO., LTD. ROBINSON CO. STRAITS CYCLE AND MOTOR CO. Continental Tyo& Rubber Co., Ltd., 17. COLLYER QUAY, SIN6APORE. Ong Sam Leong Co., STEAM196 words
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Advertisement494 1912-02-12 12 INDIAN PATENT v STONE FOR FLOORS PAVEMENTS. Write for further particulars to SHARPE, ROSS CO., LTD, Singapore. WANTS. MOTOR DRIVER WANTED IMMEOIATEIY. Wanted immediately, a driver for a Hnlford Motor Lorry to drive only, cleaner kept; 543- Apply Tbe Oeneral Manager, Diamond Jubilee Estate, Ma'acca. 11 1 n FRENCH OR494 words
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Advertisement271 1912-02-12 12 BOARD AND LODGING. BOARD AND RESIDENCE. Apply Devon Vil!a," 108, River Valley Road. 21-11 v SILVER BANK, 107, ORCHARD ROAD. EDglish home, vacancy fur gentleman. Tennis. TaL: SM. M 4-3 BOARD AND RESIDENCE, i Comfci table rccms with verandahs availab'e at Cambo Hoube, 93, Liter Valley Road. 12 29 2271 words
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Advertisement457 1912-02-12 12 TO BE LET OB SOLD. OFFICEB TO LET. With immediate entry, fi st and second floors, No. la, Raffles Quay Apply Guthrit k Co., Ltd. 14 HOUSES TO LET. "Brathay" No. 15, Gilstead Road. In excellent condition. Rent moderate. Apply to J. W. Haffcnden, 47, The Arcade. 0 12 n457 words
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Advertisement407 1912-02-12 12 ARTICLES FOB SALE. CALVES FOR SUE. Apply to tbo Manager, The Singapore Model Dairy, Limited, River Valley Road. 191 v MOTOR BOAT FOR SALE. For sale, 18 ft. motor boat, 6 HP, twin cylinder. Apply Cylinder, c/o Straits Times. 8-2 14-2 TURNOUT FOR SALE. Two-seated rubber-tyred Victoria in good condition407 words
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Advertisement596 1912-02-12 12 NOTICES. KIAHI KIAT CO. SHIP-CHANDLERS. BoTsrnmsnt md Municipal Contractor! Telephone No. 421. 108 k 109. Market Stroet. NOTICE. Bolted on January 27, seven Banjorese men and ono womuu. Any information as to their whereabouts will bs thankfully received. Reward if necessary. Manager, Melentang Estate, Toluk Anson. 8-2 142 GLENEALY PLANTATIONS.596 words
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Advertisement535 1912-02-12 12 ENGLISH MADE PIANOS ON hire: fhi m $10 Per M< nth. THE ROBINSON PIANO CO., LTD. E. tO. HOTEL. PEHANG The best and the mo&t frequented Hotel in tho Island, and CRAG HOTEL Tbe only Sanatorium in the Straits, AKI THI BBANCHIS Of RAFFLES HOTEL, Singapore. SARKIRS BROTHERS, Proprietors. U2780535 words
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