The Straits Times, 14 September 1914
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Title Section13 1914-09-14 1 The Straits Times. NO. 24.51)4 SINGAPORE. MONDAY. SEPTEMBER 14. 1914. PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement196 1914-09-14 1 BEER. ALL STEEL CUPBOARDS. All doors are For use in fitted with Three Way Offices, Warehouses, Locking Device. v>3 Cloakrooms, Banks, Factories, Railways, Shops, Finished BakeJ Enamel Schools, Gymnasia, Golf Olive Green. 3fc j^BH^^^^H ana other Sporting Clubs, insii.k :,kasl-kements. Rubber Plantations, HosVi.ltl, Ih-pll'. 11.-inlt. N. ..,>( Shelie. N«(t nital><196 words
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Advertisement199 1914-09-14 1 ROBINSON CO. l zsi nK^^BP^^li^l A er^ ect Miniature Camera fitted 'J^k.^?.\S I»« wt&Mi&PsSK with Aldis "Uno" Anastigmat «*^M KlllßJßlHg^fe m Lens and Lukos II Automatic \\y. ffljVtilSSßftih/^SffiEr Shutter. Complete with Brown Leather Case. THE *q£ Pilot Marine or Field Glass. Brass Mounts, black japanned body covered grained leather. I199 words
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Advertisement12 1914-09-14 1 I GOODRICH TYRES. I SoLB J RSTS jftDAMSON GILFILLAN CO LTD. t12 words
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Article1348 1914-09-14 2 PRINCE BISMARCK'S INAUGURAL POLICY. How Colonization Began. On January 18, 1871, ten days before the capitulation of Paris, William 1., King of Prussia, was proclaimed German Emperor in the great hall of the palace of Versailles on the initiative of the King of Bavaria, the most powerful of1,348 words
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Article603 1914-09-14 2 Arrangements For Despatch And Landing. A London wire of August 19, printed in Colombo papers, says:— The despatch of the British troops was carried out with remarkable secrecy and success, which were highly characteristic of Lord Kitchener's methods. The troops silently collected and the drivers of the603 words
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Article42 1914-09-14 2 A youth baa been caught near Paris at La Garennc Bezon*, in the act of scattering nails on the roadway to puncture the tyres of military automobiles. He stated he waa a Brazilian. His pockets were found to be full of nails.42 words
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Advertisement270 1914-09-14 2 E Cod Liver Oil J| r Malt Extract f M The World-renowned 11 n\ Repairer of Weakened (v \J\ Constitutions \U| The first spoontu-. of this remarkable restorative starts the weak and wasted person on the road to recovery. I■ I Improvement is rapid and continuous. \y Jj/vL Of Inestimable270 words
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Advertisement210 1914-09-14 2 Poor Health To -ace the dangers of weakness and disease with a weakened constitution, is to liken oneseli to the captain who sails a disabled ship to meet the perils ol tiie storm. In both cases disastet must surely follow. Failing ap petite, nervous irritability, loss o. weight and lack210 words
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Advertisement15 1914-09-14 2 For Children's Hacking Cough at Ni hi I Woods Grtat Peppermint Core Is 6d. I15 words
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Advertisement573 1914-09-14 2 Rheumatism Knocked Out. Ehf nmatisro, one ef '.he most terrih'e fors of suffering humanity, is knocked oat," oonqaered by that champion cf tbe people, Little's Oriental Balm. The mira culous cores effected by this wonderful remedy hv.e caused astonishment in every land on tht face of the earth. In Europe,573 words
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Advertisement646 1914-09-14 2 NOTICES. NOTICE. We, the undersigned, M. A. Ahmad Din Brothers, of No. 105, TANGLIN ROAD, Singapore, hereby give notice, that we have no connection with any I other person or firm carrying 'on a similar tailors' business in Singapore and using the name Ahmad Din, and that our sole place646 words
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Article899 1914-09-14 3 THEIR PART IN THE PRESENT STRUGGLE. The Rival Fleets. The precise value of aircraft in war has yet to be fully demonstrated, bat it is certain that they will play an important part in the present colossal European struggle. Exact information as to the strength of the899 words
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Article830 1914-09-14 3 How The C.P.R. Is Peopling Western Canada. By no means tbe let t important work of a gnat railway in the new lands of the Empire is the establishment of new cities, towns, and villages along its lines. The development of the agricultural resources of830 words
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Article293 1914-09-14 3 Corporation's Promise to Red Cross Society. It was announced at a special meeting of the City of London branch of the British Ked Cross Society, held at the Mansion House on August 4, that the Corporation bad agreed to the use of the Guildhall as a293 words
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Advertisement218 1914-09-14 3 afTffTi-i o l i.L l aflBJ By me aurhonhes Ml ri on Modern Science s\ yJt^m Wr If people IL, i. Lave oct yet nsed Odol 1 CeM TtT «J^^ llEd ldea ol h njatvellous ii i t j efftcts thty wouir) btcome enCiC3'ISIPr m3U "JijHßffl I thusiastic topporterg of218 words
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Advertisement60 1914-09-14 3 Chronic Diarrhoea. Are yon subject to attacks of diarrhoea Keep absolutely quiet for a few days, rest in bed if possible, be careful of your diet and take Chamberlain's Co'ic, Chokra and Diar rLcea Rtmrdy. This medicine has eared eases of chronic diarrhoea that pbysioianß have failed on, and it60 words
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Advertisement791 1914-09-14 3 SINGAPORE SPORTING CLUB. THE AUTUMN RACE MEETING {Under 8 R.A. Rule* of Boeing), WILL BE HILIi ON Tuesday, Ootober a, Thursday. Ootober 8, and Saturday, Ootober 10, 1914. PROGRAMME. FIRBT OAY. Tuesday, Ootober S, 1814. 1. THE PAVILIOM STAKES.— CANOILLIO. 3*7. THB MALAY STATES PURSE AND PLATE. Value 1400 each791 words
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Advertisement677 1914-09-14 3 handicapped ia CU»« B shall be eligible to run in Race No. fl. Entranoe Fee, t26. Difltanoe, Scnrry Course. 4. THE STEWARDS 1 PLATE (See Race No. 1) 6. THE SCURRY STAKES.- CANCELLED. 6. THE LAWN PLATE (Set Raoe No. 8) 7. THE SINGAPORE PLATE CANCELLEO. 8. THE DIVIDED PONY677 words
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Advertisement454 1914-09-14 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. P. O. STEAM NAVIGATION CO. For China, Japan, Penang, Ceylon, Australia, India, Aden, Egypt, Mediterranean Ports, Plymouth and London. Fop Freight, Passage and further information, apply to H. W. BUCKLAND, Agent. COMBINED SERVICE OF THE OCEAN S. S. CO.. LTD.. ft THE WEST AUSTRALIAN S. N. CO.. LTD.454 words
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Advertisement513 1914-09-14 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. N. Y. K. JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO., LTD. EUROPEAN LINE. A Fortnightly service id maintained bet.vuen Yokohama via ports to Marseilles, London and Antwerp, under mail contract with tbe Imperial Japanese Government. Tbe New Twin- screw S tamers maintaining this service have been spncially designed and constructed, and513 words
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Advertisement590 1914-09-14 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. THE SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CO., LD SINGAPORE-BANGKOK. For Pahaog, Beoerak, Kretay, Paka, Tringgana, Bisat, Semerak, Baobok. Kelantan, Tabai, Bangnara, Telupin, Fanarai, Patani, Singora, Laoon, Kobsamui, Bandoc, Langßuen, Taka, Cbampon, Kohlak and Bangkok. Du* Departure A STEAMER Sept. 19 ii n 96 Tbo Steamers are fitted throughout with eleotrio590 words
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Advertisement983 1914-09-14 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. "NEDERLAND" STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY, LIMITED (ROYAL NETHERLANDS MAIL). REGULAR fortnightly sailings from AMSTERDAM via SOUTHAMPTON, GENOA, Colombo and SINGAPORE to Java and VICE VERSA. For fuTther particulars, apply to Internationale Crediet-en Handelsvereeniging Rotterdam," Agents. 4-9 o OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO. LIMITED, AND CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO.. LTD.983 words
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Advertisement740 1914-09-14 5 STEAMER SAILINGS. BIBBY LINE of fsvst twin-eorew Mail Passenger Steamers bttwstn Rangoon, Colombo, Suez, Port Said, Mar*aill«* and London. Proposed sailings may be had on application. THE ARRACAN CO., LTD., MESSRS. CARSON CO., 1 aritoou Agecw). Colombo Agents. FOR H'KTHER PARTICULARS, APPLI PATERSON. SIMONS CO. LTD.. Agents KONINKLIJKE PAKETVAA3T MAATSGHAPPIJ740 words
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Advertisement343 1914-09-14 5 CHUBB'S SAFES LARGE SELECTION ON SHOW AT Huttenbach Bros. Co.. 13, COLLYER QUAY. SEANG LINE OF STEAMERS s.s. Qlrnogle 8,760 Tons. s.s. Seang Bee" 6,790 Tons b.s. Scan« Cbcon 6,116 Tons Intended sailings may be bad on application. There steamers have excellent accomnjoda10a lor patseogerg, and carry qualified oar iions.343 words
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Advertisement165 1914-09-14 5 FRAGRANT PERFUME #J made of TRAD VTdfe; M RK PAT MATERIAL <i&}) REFINED "Fujisawa Camphor" SOLE AGKNTS NIPPON BAIYAKU KAISHA, LTD., 464, North Bridge Road. Singapore. "SUCCESS" Emery Grinder (FOOT POWER) 3,000 Revolutions per Minute attained by a simple and easy motion of the foot. JUST LIKE A POWER MACHINE165 words
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Advertisement181 1914-09-14 6 MIDLAND Ribbed and Studded MOTOR CYCLE TYRES "British" "Vulcan" Cycle Tyres Tubes. Sole Agents SINE, DARBY CO., LTD., Incorporated in the Straits Hettlements). Malacca. Seremban, Singapore, Johore Bahru. a^^^^^^^^^^^^_^—^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^_^^^^^—^^^^^^^_^_ V^V >1t frg, ifl^ W *6aW 3fc 'ißßßßl^^Bßßßßßßßa^^^fi CONTRACTORS TO f m M ff^W m r^MiMa^ The British War Office Indi181 words
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Advertisement157 1914-09-14 6 1*» 11 ULISON (Late of Robinson Piano Co.), TCNBR, REPAIREH akd REGULATOR. TUNING $4.00 CASH. Yearly Babecribtrs taken on l»w rate-.. Chargrs fo' >f "&irs modor»tc. Workmanxbip gaarantced Frtu advice given to intending bayars of ru wor scojad liacd pianos. Estimate' for repairs made. Trial order solicited. SAILORS' HOME. Tbliphonk:157 words
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Advertisement142 1914-09-14 6 lATEST ADVEHTISKMF.NTS. TRADE MARK. Notice is hereby given, that Geo. Sayer Co., Distillers at Cognac (Charente), France, are the owners and sole proprietors of the following Trade Mark. I jßßmmifrk y JIB The Trade Mark is used in respect of the description of goods following, that is to say Spirits.142 words
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Article83 1914-09-14 7 FIXTURES. Monday, September 14. High Water, 5.10 a.m., 8.42 p.m. Tuesday, September IS. High Water, H.O a.m., 5.26 p.m. Wednesday, September 16. High Water, 8.56 a.m., 7.14 p.m. Thursday, September 17. High Water, 9.28 am., 8.21 p.m. Friday, September 18. High Water. Ml a.m., 9.14 p.m. I83 words
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Article108 1914-09-14 7 To-day. P. Swettenham and Telok Anson 8 pm Malacca and Muar 8 pm Batu I'aliat 8 pm Malacca and P. Dicksor. 3 pm Hongkong, Shanghai and Japan 8 pm Bangkok 4 pm To-mobkow. Rhio 8 am Pulau Batam and Pulau Bulang 8 am Ponloe Soegi 8 am108 words
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Article57 1914-09-14 7 L»rr Sinoafoei. Do* m Loheom Abbitii Jaly 80 B. I. August 31 Aug. 81 Aug. 4 M. M. 2<i Au«. 7P. September 4 Sept. 4 Any. II B. I. 5 Auk. 24 V. 4 0. 16 Aug. 27 B. I. 19 Sej)t. 8 M Sept. 8 2657 words
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Article159 1914-09-14 7 Latest Arrivals. Liat of Vessels in port at 10 am. on S. pteniber 14, 1914. British. Name Date of Arriral Remarks. I'nda 12 9 14 Inner Koads Kaku do do S»-'dii^or do do Houewan do do hgrcmont Castle do do calypso 11)0 14 do Lady Wild do do159 words
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SPORTING INTELLIGENCE.
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Article54 1914-09-14 7 Harrison Golf Club. The result of the Lirlus' medal competition, played on the 10th inst., is as follows Mrs. D. Drummond 52—7=45 Mrs. Cooke Yaiborouah 58 12 46 Mrs. R. L. L. Braddt 11 50 8 47 Mrs. Badhaui Tborahill 54 7 47 Mrs. Archdeacon 61 12 40 Elevsn54 words
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Article213 1914-09-14 7 S.C.C. v. Government Services. An S.C.C. eleven, on Saturday, engaged a team representing the Government Service t, but although the club, declared with only four wickets down there was not sufficient time to bring the game to a definite termina tion. A useful stand by Scharenguivel,62,and R. L. L.213 words
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Article278 1914-09-14 7 Penalty for Break ng Parole At Calcutta An nousual cane, perhaps the first of its kind in Calcutta, and whijh aroused considerable interest among the visitors and litigant* at the Calcutta Police Court in B»nkshaH Street was that which Mr. S*inhoe, Chief Presidency Magistrate, disposed of.278 words
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Article233 1914-09-14 7 Although the anuauno uiont lias been Lu»d. that tlif Mbm "t Watm will be asked to accept tleC'h.iiu'i 11. irshipof the University of WaU-H. The World says that nothing will take place, of course, until next July, or possibly lattir. but iua-inueli a« there have been233 words
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Article135 1914-09-14 7 EXCHANOB SiMiiiPOKa, Ski-tkmbeb 14, 1914. O» Londo* Bank 4 m/s a/4 j^ Demand 2/4 Vs Private 8 m/« 2/4^; On India Bauk T. T. 174 J Ok Honi»OK«...Bank d/d 19) On ?.miaußAi....Bank d/d 96 On Jay* Bank T. T. 142 On Japan Bank d/d 114 Sovereigns buying135 words
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STOCKS AND SHARES.
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Article185 1914-09-14 7 10 10 Ampiing 7.50 1 1 AyerWeng 0.20 10 10 Belat 1.75 L 0 10 Bru&ng 0.75 10 10 K&mpai 10 10 Kanabci 1.00 10 10 Kinta Association El XI Kinta Tin 1.1-.6 El £1 Lahat Mine? 10 S Malayan Collieries El XI Malayan Tina 1.12.0 10 10 Miv185 words
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Article636 1914-09-14 7 J BB 6 1 Bayers. Sellers. Valuer a/- a/- AUagai 1/8 1/7 41 41 Anglo Javi 2/6 3/- a/- Anglo-Malaj 7/7* 8/7 2/- 3/- Batang Malaka -/6 /10 41 41 BatoTiga 1.12.9 1.19.0 norn 2/- 2/- Bekoh -/7 -/9 41 41 Bokit Kajang 1.6.3 1.10.6 41 41 Bukit Lintang636 words
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Article125 1914-09-14 7 v3£l Bn^ MteM 41 41 B. Smelting Co. 12/- 18/8 41 41 i Pref. 1.1.0 1.8.0 6/- 6/- Electric T'ways 4/- 4,6 10 10 Fruer Neave 55.00 5H.00 60 50 Hammer Co. 100.00 105.00 100 Howarth Brakioe 45.00 100 7%Prel. 100.00 100 100 Kati Bro, Dot. 100.00 125.00 10125 words
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Article45 1914-09-14 7 Buyers Sellers United Engineers S% 11,284 600 Singapore Electric Tramways 6 £850,000 Spore Municipa ls% $1,878,000 B%pm Spore Municipal 4*% of 1907 |1,600,000 par Buyers Sellers Spore M loicipal 4i% of 1909 «l.nO\()nO par Spore Municipal 4., 2,000,000 B%dU Spore Muuuip&l 4% JtaOO.OOO 92445 words
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Advertisement151 1914-09-14 7 AUCTION SALES Powell and Co. September 16.— At saleroom, ten pieces freehold land situate at (iaylang Rd., at '2.3 September 15. U No. 1. Tanjung Katong valnabU freebold residential property floating the sea, at 2.80. na|i>—ilni It.— At saleroom. Treble Barrel HammerltHS shut gun, at 11. Chin*; Kent Lee and151 words
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Advertisement11 1914-09-14 7 For Chr« a.c Cheat Complaints, Wood*' (irtat* Peppermint Core la. 6d.11 words
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Advertisement67 1914-09-14 7 CARLSBERG BEER^ Sole Agents THE EAST ASIATIC CO., LTD., Singapore. BUY "SHELL" YOU CAN RELY ON THE QUALITY AND QUANTITY. THEY PONT CHANGE. OBTAINABLE EVERYWHERE. Everybody is SPLENDO-ing now! Do YOU already SPLENDO P Splcndo CIGARETTES. The World's Greatest Value in Turkish Cigarettes. CENT each. Sold everywhere in decorated tins67 words
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Advertisement46 1914-09-14 7 WAR DETECTIVE FILMS AX THE HARIMA HALL CINEMATOGRAPH. NORTH BRIDGE ROAD FM 2NightsOnly! 2 Nights Only !1 COMMENCING TO-NIGHT ITALA MAiTERPIECE DRAMA TIGRIS (IN 4 INTKNSS REELS A. B. STUPENDOUS WaX DKAMA (IN S MASSIVE REELS) AX O-1S SHARP. TefepboM No. 1119. K. HABIMi Sole Proprfe**46 words
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Page 7 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous97 1914-09-14 7 WEATHER REPORT. Kandang Kerbau Hospital, September 11. 9 a.m. 8 p.m. B p.m Bared. 82 Fah 29.9 9 29.863 29.821 Temp. 85.6 88.J Hi 5 Wet Hulb Ther 80.0 77.0 77.0 Dir. of Wind Calm S SB Max. shade Temp. 89.4 Mm. 76.6 Max. in Sun UO.O Te rad. Th<97 words
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1186 1914-09-14 8 The Straits Times. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14. THE TIDE JUS TURNED. Tbe news which baa come to hand during the week end all tends to produce a belief that tbe German are meeting with a most serious check, if, indued, they are not sulfur ing a crashing defeat in Franoe. Their1,186 words
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Article49 1914-09-14 8 It is reported that tbe British Government is making an arrangement to «cod all pri »»ners of war to Canada as tbe Canadian foroes are available to guard them, tl.m 1.-av-ing the British foroes free tr guard bnUin. Latest advertisements of the day appear on page 6 and 11.49 words
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Article19 1914-09-14 8 Tho effect of war on the kineuia business the manufacture of films especially is ex pected to be disastrous.19 words
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Article16 1914-09-14 8 The several private wireless installations at Cattrhaui and other parts of East lanay have been dismantled.16 words
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Article19 1914-09-14 8 A party of Yorkshire tourists found their German hotel in Paris barricaded and in darkness. The staff had U..d.19 words
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Article19 1914-09-14 8 The British Red Cross Society can turn 55,000 nurses, male and female, into the field in nearly 2,000 detachments.19 words
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Article17 1914-09-14 8 All movements to and from Far Eistcrn garrinoDß under tbe trooping arrangements of 1914-1J have been cancelled.17 words
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Article20 1914-09-14 8 Mr. Churchill has wired to the American Ambassador at Berlin to inform Admiral von Tirpitz that his son was unhurt.20 words
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Article21 1914-09-14 8 Tho total number of Netherlands India n labourers on estates in the F.M.S. in 191*2 was 12,197, divided among 163 estates.21 words
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Article19 1914-09-14 8 The death has occurred at Kuala Lumpur, following an operation for appendicitis, of Mr. K. M. Neill, chartered accountant.19 words
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Article24 1914-09-14 8 A Peking wire of August 31 6ays .-—The Finance Group has refused to hand over the Salt Keveuuo surplus, which amounts to about 93,000,000.24 words
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Article25 1914-09-14 8 Members of the St. John Ambulance Association are asked to attend wetkly practiwK at tbe Victoria Memorial Hall on Tuesdays, at 5.15 p.m., commencing tomorrow.25 words
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Article49 1914-09-14 8 The North German Lloyd Bulletin for July has, amongst other features, an illastra ted article on Singapore. The writer mentions that the public gardens constitute the boast of Singapore peoplt, but adds that they cerUiuly cannot be compared with the great botanical collection* in other parts of the world.49 words
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Article52 1914-09-14 8 A communication, which is not authen ticated, reached us to-day by post from Sarawak, to the following effect The members of the staff of the Anglo-Saxon Petfoleam Co., Ltd., in Sarawak are contributing 5 per cent, of their pay to the Prinoo of Wales's Relief Fund dmring the continuance of52 words
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Article60 1914-09-14 8 Some of our readers may be interested in the following paragraph which we extract from the Far East: "Mr. Lawrence Mott. of Tokio, is among those of neutral nations inspired to enthusiasm by the war, and recently he presented himself at the Frenrh Embassy and volunteered for service with the60 words
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Article103 1914-09-14 8 There were unofficial visitors to the S.C.C. pavilion sometime between Saturday evening and this morning, visitors of the type who prefer the cloak of darkness 'rather than the light of day when they visit the building. At such a time they found all entrances bar red to them, but by103 words
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Article110 1914-09-14 8 Whit is believed to be a dangerous ganv of robbi n>, who have been giving trouble in different parts oi Selangor, was roumied up by the police on Friday when a successful raid was made by acting Chief Detective Inspector Hollywood on a house id Pudohlane. Tbe raid was so110 words
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Article126 1914-09-14 8 From letters received in London by an August 5 mail it appears that many of the German officers am extremely apprehen five of tbe outcome of the war. The fallowing is an extract from a letter sent by a German officer, until recently employed in a London office, to an126 words
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Article121 1914-09-14 8 A remarkable appeal to tbe German nation appeared in tbe military official orifan. the Militar Wocbenblatt. It runs: Russia ban ruthless!) forced war upon us on account of Servia. The hour of reckoning, which must inevitably have come in a few years, has struck. If there is a just God121 words
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Article138 1914-09-14 8 Tbe two sodr of Sir Thomas Jackson, chairman of tbe London Committee of the Hongkong and Shanghai Bank, received order* tbe same day to n j >in their rrgimentH on mobilisation, says th« Londoo and Cbina Express. Tbe sons of many other old Far Eastern residents have also received their138 words
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Article343 1914-09-14 8 Tho BUhop of Singapore is returning to Singapore from I'euang by train to morrow. Colonel the Hon. J. S. Trefmis, OJI (i., aocom|>anied by Lady Mary Trefusis. has arrived in Hongkong for a short stay. Mr. Motdaunt llannaru Clarke, youngent son of tho late Surveyor General, (tylou,343 words
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Article163 1914-09-14 8 A meeting of the Penang Municipal Comn'issiooers was held on Sipt.mler 8, tbo«« present being Dr. G. W, lark iDiputy ('resident), Messrs. F. Duxbury. Veoh Guan Seok, and L. A. C. Biggs, secretary. Tbe Deputy President called the attention of tbe Commissioners to tbe complaints made by163 words
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Article176 1914-09-14 8 A special cablegram to the Civil and Military Gazette, dated London, August 27, says:— The Union Caxtle liner (ialicia had an adventurous voyage from the Cape. Learning by wireless of the outbreak of war, she took a course wide to tbe west, but asked the Teneriffe176 words
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Article207 1914-09-14 8 Sir Robert I>. Moncrcittc, who preside .1 ut the annual meetiog of the Kirn raM I'ubtx-r aud Coconut Company, held at Glaxgow on August said that M far their experiences with coconuts had not been ho siiccvhhi'ul as they would bare liked, largely, he thought, owiDg207 words
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Page 8 Advertisements
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Advertisement108 1914-09-14 8 CLYSMA CIGARETTES. FASHIONABLE C Sports y^ Coats tl\ New styles in Smart £m!\ /S^ ik Tweeds and Fancy Knitted Silks. iS^ $B.sOtos23each. :^f According to quality. t '^1 Specially Displayed .y-rif. This week at LittlG'S J W 1 ifj>-.' BUCHANAN'S "RED SEAL" "BLACK WHITE" "ROYAL HOUSEHOLD" SCOTCH WHISKIES 7V> maintain108 words
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Advertisement116 1914-09-14 8 ALHAMBRA eiNENUTOCRJPH THEATRF, BEiCK ROD 2nd Show 9.15 p.m. Ist >li. 7.30 p.m DETECTIVE PICTURE! THE WATER RAT In 2 Parts THE LIVE WIRE In 2 F>artss MAX S MELODRAMA. Telephone 249 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. a 639—7 p.m. to 11 p.m. C. J. WILLIAMSON, Manager. 4 CHOICE SELtCTIO*116 words
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Article358 1914-09-14 9 Tide of Battle Turns. GERMAN RETREAT CONTINUES. Thousands of Prisoners Taken. iMßlli bMH Smtvtc* Bt Sii.m.*isi Cablk. London, September 3. Copenhagen Official message from German headquarters says Our troops, which advanced oast of Paris and across the Marne, in pursuit of the enemy, were attacked from Paris, between358 words
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Article1709 1914-09-14 9 Rbi'Tkr's Tklkubam. London, September IS. ss Bureau says Our troops havo crossed th river Oarcq and are moving to day in a rapid pursuit of the enemy. TwohunJrel prisoners have been captured. I'll.- Allied cavalry were between Soissons ..es last night. Tho enemy is re ig to1,709 words
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Article499 1914-09-14 9 The following telegram has been received by the French Consul, Cointe de Bondy, dated Paris, September 10, 4 p.m.: All the efforts of Germans to break the French wing on the right bank of the Ourcq have failed. The English army has crossed the Marne and tbe499 words
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Article380 1914-09-14 9 Horbertshohe is the scat of government of the Bismarck Archipelago and the German Solomon Inlands, on Blanche Bay, N. E. of New Pommern (New Britain). Lunevilleisa town in the French department of Menrthe-et Moselle, at iho confluence of the Meurthe and the Vosgea, 20 miles by rail380 words
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87 1914-09-14 9 A Calcutta telegram of August .'{o, says The following is a complete list of the enemies ships which are or have been detained at British ports in Indian waters, and of those taking shelter at Marmagoa Calcutta.— Perla, Treateburg, Frankeltels. Frienfels, Kotenfels, Pagenturm, Km zark,87 words
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Article3353 1914-09-14 9 AGRICILTUiUL DEPARTMfcNT MUDDLE. Fxtradition of Coolies. A meeting of the Malacca Plan tern' Association was held yesterday in the Malacca Club. Mr. J. W. Campbell presided, and tho«e present were Messrs. E. A. Barbour P. W. Mew, C. H. Niven, H. E. Nixon, G. 11. (int teridge, G.3,353 words
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Advertisement30 1914-09-14 9 During the year 1913, 52 new British and foreign com panics were registered in the F.M.S. 20 local companies were incorporat ai and nine locally incorporated companies went into liquidation.30 words
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Article184 1914-09-14 10 Mr. A. K. Wilson Wood, who presided at the annual meeting of the Vallambrosa Rubber Company, Limited, held at Edinburgh on August 7, said the result* of the year's operations were disappointing, but that could not be attributed to anything else than the severe fall in prices.184 words
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Article993 1914-09-14 10 June 27.— Assassination of Archduk Franz Ferdinand and his consort at Serajevo in Bosnia. July 25.— Austrian ultimatum to Servia expires. July 28. Austria declares war on Servia on the ground of complicity in the Serajevo assassinations. Russia mobilising for war with Austria. British fleet i*993 words
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Letter988 1914-09-14 10 To the Editor of tho Straits Times. Sir,— You press for an answer to your footnote on my letter of September 11. Alth. ugh the matter itself does not affect the point at issue, i.e., the harm beiug done bj lomJ German gossip to the Singapore I>utch988 words
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Page 10 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous31 1914-09-14 10 Sympathetic Friend Tin m s one comfntti His, Mrllinutry. Nt.o thst mi i n.r UiMii 1 a- |Mt warld.jikiu VMM he is o 1 DI Mi Mclitnnery (grimly) 1 stii. doots."31 words
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Article721 1914-09-14 11 Prices Quoted in the Market This Morning. Singapore, Sept. 14, 1914. Messrs. Ly*ll and Evatt, Exchange and Share Brokers, issue tho following list of quotation!) this morning The quotations on Sterling Shares are only nominal. RUBBER SHARES. Nov. Valui Bcyiks. Sbllibs. 3/- Allagar Mi 111 t 1721 words
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Letter255 1914-09-14 11 To tho Editor <>f the Straits Times. Sir,— To huuic of us in this district who have read yi.ur many excellent war leaders v ith interost and appreciation, the article on Insularity in your i'.-ue si the 'tth inst. came M BSSBSthSBSJ of a shock MSM bit.ci255 words
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Article531 1914-09-14 11 Well-Attended Meeting at Tbe V.M.C.A. A correspondent communicates the followhag) On Saturday, at the V.M.C.A. Hall, tli<re wa» a largu attendance of Chinese to offtr prayer for the speedy ending of the war in Europe and an assured peace for the world. It was very striking531 words
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Article44 1914-09-14 11 Malaka Pinda.- 13,485 lbs. total of 202,295 lb.- for current financial year ended August 81. Kuala Fergau— 7,000 lbs.; year to date Mum ib-. Mt-rgui.— 2,2ol lbs.; two months 2,592 lbs. Tapping was suspended for 16 days on account of weather.44 words
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Article48 1914-09-14 11 Owing to the war danger marriage licence* cau bt obtaiot-d now at any hour of day or m^lit at the r acuity Office in KnightriderI udon, and a great many have been »l>|>li<ii for by naval and military mm anxiois to be married before going to the front.48 words
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Page 11 Advertisements
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Advertisement49 1914-09-14 11 Losing Weight I by the Pound i Wti^bt." a cuDditiou of illI shows your assimilative powers 1 »r. i n a-iDK- i WA'ERBURYS METABOLIZED I COD LIVER OIL COMPOUND j i Supplii the bloud with the wanted < nouti-liiDK and healthy flesh building I materials. Vury palatable. B and *a.49 words
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Advertisement64 1914-09-14 11 All Parted off with a coo«h congh When th cret k flooded into oar home. With a rush and a roar it burst ach door, And swirled aroutd the fl >ois in f. am. Wi nrk-ifol to say, we're all alive to day, And grttelnl to so happily endure, ,I'm64 words
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Advertisement515 1914-09-14 11 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS palladium! ORCHARD ROAD OPCKAHD ROAD SINGAPORE S PREMIER THEATRE. TO-NIQHT Gomnwncint at 9 p.m. Sharp. TO-NIGHT 1 1 The LATEST Pathe Gazette, containing the lollowing Incidents in connection with the present war, will be shown nightly. The War Cloud. Germany Mobilises German Reserve* In London. F^noh Reserve* Leave515 words
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Advertisement230 1914-09-14 11 ALL ACTORS AND ACTRESSES OP THE FAMOUS STAR OPERA The Royal Thsatrical Co. of Singapore WILL TAKE I'AhT To.Nl»ht! To-Night!! AT THE THEATRE ROYAL North Bridge Road i SRI MENDAWAN KHAIRANI To-morrow, Tuesday, HINDUSTANI PIBCB IKDAR SABHA Y. L. TAN, Manager. THE "CRAG" HOTEL. PENANG HILLS. Tbe Sanatorium of The230 words
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Advertisement73 1914-09-14 11 KiuHELIN I t /-4 V 3 IZi DUPIRE BROTHERS, AGENTS. RAFFLES HOTEL. Buy your Bread and Cakes from the Raffles Bakery, which is entirely under the Supervision of a skilled European Confectioner. Retail Depot Raffles Hotel Buildings, 88, Bras Basah Road. TELEPHONE NO. 490. The Brighton of Singapore. S Tennis.73 words
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Article1711 1914-09-14 12 (From A Cokkbspondint Kuala l.impur, September 10. Business here is as stagnant as it *M at kg. It is dawning (D tin -reliant*, tradesmen and the public fcenerally that thing-i are nut going to out aaffcaas while the war lasts, and that that is going to be1,711 words
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Article188 1914-09-14 12 The Adventures of German Reserves. Remarkable pluck and endurance has been shown by a small party of German Reserves, who have arrived at Shanghai from Kiu kiang by tbe CMS. Kiangyung after proceeding across country from Canton to Kinkiang, principally on foot. It appears that nearly three188 words
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Article186 1914-09-14 12 The German Situation in a New Light. If the information supplied by a Rnaflaa Telegraphic Agency is correot, Berlin has suffered more than the average in the matter of picturesque war stories which happen to bu not strictly correct. The Agency in question states that among186 words
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Article149 1914-09-14 12 A semi-official K.isman report states that the Ministur of Finance has informed members of the Duma that there is no need to request any special war grant for some time I' he ivernment is able to provide 00,000, includiog His. 500,000.0(10 atf aside luri-ig the last149 words
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Article3536 1914-09-14 12 From Australian, Ceylon And Rangoon Papers. The German cruisers Goeben and Breslau, which have been acquired by Turkey, have been renamed the Sultan Yamez Serum and Midellu. The Porte has assured Russia that the German crews will be immediately disembarked and be replaced by Turkish crews3,536 words
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Article694 1914-09-14 12 Pathetic Procession of Refugees And Wounded. In a cable message to the Daily Chronicle, from Ght-Lt. Mr. 11. M. Douohue states The abandonment of llrussels was the result of a conference between the commanders of tho allies aud the civic authorities. It was deemed the only method694 words
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Page 12 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous29 1914-09-14 12 Harassed Parent (to bus conductor) This for noting Bus Conductor Yes." Parent: \nd this child ride for nothing? Bus Conductor Yes." Parent Then take them along, please we'll walk.29 words
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Advertisement225 1914-09-14 13 STRAITS CYCLE MOTOR Co., Ltd., Singapore. Royal Eniield Cycles, Complete $45. Above, as supplied to British? Government. also HAMILTON CYCLES complete $30. SANS PAREIL CYCLES complete $35. LARGE STOCKS. mm IN WEAKNESS, NEURASTHENIA W/9\ CONSUMPTION tfMk CMLOROSSS W WWL A!l .lortors agree that this vital Iron of the Flood AHA225 words
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Advertisement229 1914-09-14 13 THE STRAITS TIMES i§ Can -be obtained at the following places in Singapore r— Means. John Little Co., Ltd. Moeots. Kelly and Wftjgh, Ltd Money Changer, Raffles Hotel. Money Changer; Adelphi Hotel. Money Changer, Hotel do l'Sarojr. Money Changer, Hotol van Wijk. Messrs. Koh Co., Bras Baeah Road. The Refreshment229 words
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Advertisement220 1914-09-14 13 I Telegraphic Address "MOTION*. g/fIL I 1 1 t§ fi f W i> x tlUWiifcid -ver Naif a Century. xxV\\\\ l '11/// ames ot on Jr**S. > j^^^^k Kaui:eal A turvtyin{ Instruments 7 i^" :^^^^lH "ateh, Clock and Chrononwtti* v^e S r*\ M»k«r» and Jewellers. IJsLmm-— i»- OrtißedCempMsAdji.'! the Marine220 words
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Advertisement1187 1914-09-14 14 UN6APOBE S ONLY COMPANY. LARGEST PAID-UP CAPITAL OF ANY EASTtRU COMPAML PROSPEROUS and PROGRESSIVE. THE GREAT EASTERN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED. HEAD OFFICE I W,nch«st«r Houm. Mngapof*. LONDON OFFICE I S3, Old .fewry, EC The Company has £30.000 deposited with the Sssjreme Oosk* ef bglaad. a»d complies wNk tbs British1,187 words
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Advertisement472 1914-09-14 14 BANKING. DEUTSCH ASIATISCHE BANK. FULLY PAID UP CAPITAL (Sh. Taels 7,500,000). Head Office Shanghai. Board of Directors Berlin. BRANCHES Berlin, Calcutta, Hamburg, Canton, Hankow, Hongkong, K be, Piking, Tientsin, Tsinanfu, Tsingtan, Yokohama. THE FOLLOWING BANKS AND BANKERS ARE REPRESENTED ON THE BO4RD OF DIRECTORS: Bank forr Handel nnd Industrie.) Berliner472 words
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Advertisement434 1914-09-14 14 MLEB BY AUCTION. MORTGAGEES SALE Of VALUABLE FREEHOLD RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY FRONTING THE SEA AT TANJONG KATONG AND KNOWN AS No. 4, TANJONG KATONG, (ADJACENT TO THE OLD FORT), To be beld at Powell Co.'s Sale room, On Tuesday, September IS, at 2.30 p.m. The property consists of all tbat valuable434 words
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Article1047 1914-09-14 15 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. Insistence of the Motor Horn. The problem of the insistent motor horn presents two main aspects, says The Times. In the first place, the question arisen whether the typo of warning apparatus should be standardized and fixed by law in order1,047 words
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Advertisement159 1914-09-14 15 FOR 1 MOTOR I 1 LAUNCHES 1 OR 1 MOTOR 1 CARS 1 OR 1 electric i lighting] APPLY TO I CENTRAL ENGINE WORKS, LIMITED, SIOAPORE, K Lumpur and at Johore Bahru. THE FOUR Electric Starter, Electric Lights, Five Passengers, Complete Equipment. Price $2,400. WEARNE BROS., LTD. K. TSUTADA Japanese159 words
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Advertisement46 1914-09-14 15 Chamberlain's Pain Balm. There is nothing fo gcod (or muscular rheumatism, tpra ns lameness, cramps of tbe muscles, bruises sad like iojuriei as Chamberlain c Pain Balm. Ii will effect a cure in leu time than any other treatment. For sale by all Dispensaries and Dealers.46 words
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Advertisement323 1914-09-14 15 3Y ROYAL APPOINTMENT T0 H M KING 6EOR6E V. IDTXiNrUOP TYRES. COMPLETE AND REPRESENTATIVE STOCKS OF MOTOR TYRES ON HAND. PRICES AS USUAL FROM ALL GARAGES AND DEALERS. Any car owner failing to obtain DUNLOP TYRES from any dealer, can do so from THE DUNLOP RUBBER CO. (FAR EAST) LIMITED.323 words
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Advertisement410 1914-09-14 16 ASBESTO SHEETS and SLATES THE BEST MATERIAL FOR LIGHT and CHEAP CEILINGS, PARTITIONS. WALLS, NON IMON Conductors POROUS. ROOFS. OF HEAT. SHARPE, ROSS CO., LTD., SINOAPORE. WANTS. TELEGRAPH OPERATORS WANTED. Wanted Teh graph Opirator* by the 8.N.8. Government. Apply to GUTHRIE Co., Ltd., Singapore. OH O WHARF CLERK WANTED. Wanted410 words
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Advertisement421 1914-09-14 16 TO BE LET OR SOLO. HOUSE TO LET. To let, furnished. Immediate'sntry. VILLA MARINA, anjong KaSong. Apply to Stephens, Paul A Co. 6-5 D TO BE LET No. 40, Anson Hoad, a very good and nib atantial Godown. Immediate entry. Apply ;o Nathan A Sou, 18 Change Alley. 14 8421 words
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Advertisement464 1914-09-14 16 TO BE LET OR SOLD nm. No. 45, Robinson Road, 8 storey building, ouital.'K' for an Office- or Godown. Apply to E. Mm, H, Prinoe Street 24 a GODOWN TO LET. No 5, Palmer Godowns. Area9,9oo<;q feet. Bntry from October 1. Apply FKASKH CUMMING, 39, Winchester House. 8-9-b v TO464 words
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Advertisement575 1914-09-14 16 NOTICES. KIAM KIAT CO. 108 109. Market Street. Telephone No 421. Shipcbandlers. Government and Munioipal Contractors, Eotate Suppliers and Commi»M n Agents. SoLK AGKKTB The Mulcott Belting Co., Ltd. Best MultipUr Br&Ld Hair Beltings. CODE FLAGS of all sizes ready In stock. Prices reasonable. 1-7 80-6-16 FLAGS OF INTERNATIONAL CODE575 words
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Advertisement661 1914-09-14 16 NOTICES. GUAN KIAT CO.. 37. Philip Street Telephone Ncs. 1388 and 1174. Priva'e 1450. GOODS READY IN STOCK NOW. 1,000 Kegs Hubb's White Zinc Pain', !,rO() Kfg-t Hubb'n floured Paiute, 80 Pieces Smith's Anvil*, 500 lbs. Ai-be»tcs Mi talio Sheet, fiOO lbs. A&besto« Tepo, 50(1 It^ Asbestos Millboard, •< OO661 words
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Advertisement444 1914-09-14 16 BOARD AND LODGING. BOARD AND RESIDENCE. Large comfortable furnished rooms at Nivon Hn_.se, No 15, Niven Road, now available. 16-8 149 BOARD AND RESIDENCE. Nagts nuil double rooms at Cambo Hi use, ti. Kiver Valley K ad 1-9 80 9 BOARD AND RES DENCE Ci mforUbie single and doubiu rooms.444 words
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Miscellaneous227 1914-09-14 16 Straits Tbimes. ADVERTISEMENT RATES.— Miscollano oub wants of every description are inserted at the prepaid rate of II per font lines for one or two insertions. Notice* of Births, Marriages, or Deaths, if not exceeding four lines, II each inser ion. For p.p.c. cards, on page 8, 12. Inch Scale227 words
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