The Straits Times, 10 February 1917
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Title Section13 1917-02-10 1 The Straits Times. NO. 25,336 SINGAPORE. SATURDAY. FEBRUARY 10. 1917. PRICE 10 CENTS.13 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement143 1917-02-10 1 MILKMAID SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK Prict now $13.60 per i-a-i BEAR j^^^ BEAR BRAND s s^Si^P^S" 1 BRAND WIT \I 6EAr BRAND WIT M MIL/IA "VO.EMIC 5W.55 "ILK JVI 1 L/ f\ i, s s tv,«j ln lts nalura i purity J* anj-S ai^ without Jd*m»* tj^^^ms oi Epical j^!!^< SOLE143 words
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Advertisement151 1917-02-10 1 ROBINSON CO. SOLE AGENTS FOR TC irlr Startpr Bennett Lubricator. Ik r*iO Chain-cum belt Motor Cycle MOTOR rVTIjES Accessories 1 X\-/I WJV, Motor C y de 3^—4 H.P. Price complete with Lamp and Horn, nett. NOTHING BUT RUSSIAN FITTFR'S VODKA VODKA I VODKA !I I M M M M Ull151 words
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Advertisement11 1917-02-10 1 MARTELLS BRANDY. Soli Aoints ADAMBON. BILFILLAN CO., LTD (Incorporate! in Knglaml)11 words
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Article1119 1917-02-10 2 ZEEBRL'GGE A THORN IN OUR SIDE. Something of an Enigma. For nearly two years the little Belgian port of /oubruxge has racked as one of the minor phenomena of the war, says a writer in the Daily Mail. It fell into German hands in tbe great Bweep1,119 words
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Advertisement587 1917-02-10 2 NOTICE. We beg to draw attention to tbe iact that the address of our new Dept. opened to deal nsrcially with I'tibber consignments is a* follows OUPIRE BROTHERS. RUBBFP ?EPT, HUNCH BANK BUILDING.* (Ist Floor), Singapore. On and after February 1, all oon-espon deaee relating to Rubber and all consignments587 words
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Advertisement395 1917-02-10 2 8- DAY WATCH, Guaranteed 5 Years. 8 DAYS 0/" mk^J^Bmw^Zw --A If\ auc r ■JiXt -*J^ WlWniyP "JV^" Straits nltiuirili. Dollars. AA »«.3S tar tkla Ceal'a Very Hand. 11/ >ok OP KB FaCL. Lantll Shape. I If/ K.yl«i> t-Uki Wtlck. with visible •k' I I.i-ii.Uhl mi. W .itrn h«!< a395 words
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Advertisement614 1917-02-10 2 NERVOUS DYSPEPSIA. Nervous dyapepaia is a disease of tbe nerve*, not of the ctomaeh. Indigestion one day and complete freedom from nymptoms tbe next usually mean nervous dynpepsis, especially if the patient is of a nervous or highly emotional temji- raoieot. Tbe attache recur at more or less regular intervals614 words
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Advertisement821 1917-02-10 2 NOTICE. Low Keng, the proprietor of Chop Yang Koe, of No. 09, Bjat Qoay, Singapore, hereby gives notice that be has revoked the power of attorney granted by him in November, 1911, to one Tang Koo and also any power of substitution OBed thereunder. ALLEN GLBDHILL, Solicitors for Low Kong.821 words
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Advertisement640 1917-02-10 2 THE NATIONAL CASH REGISTER COMPANY. THE WATERHOUSE CO.. LTD. (Imcoki-obatrd in D. S. A.) Beg to announce that they have been appointed Agents for the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States for tbe National Cash Register Company of Dayton, whio, 8 S-a-B-16-a ORCHARDING IN TASMANIA (UNDER CO-OPERATIVE CONTROL). Mr. H.640 words
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Article977 1917-02-10 3 HOW THE CREW OF A SUBMARINE ESCAPES. A Remarkable Story. This is no fanciful narrative, something imagined in order to give scope for Realism to paint a thrilling picture with broad sweeps of a lurid brush. Quite tbe contrary, it is the story of one of977 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement416 1917-02-10 3 DRIPPING Pure Beef Dripping Manufactured on our own premises, can be obtained daily in tmall quantities or in two-lb. tins. SINGAPORE COLD STORAGE CO.. LD. BingaFcre, Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Penang. THE UNITED SAW MILLS. LIMITED. AUTHORISED CAPITAL— SI ,OOO,OOO. Board of Directors t Hon'hlc Dr. Lim Boos Keno, Chairnran.416 words
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Advertisement201 1917-02-10 3 Do Not Worry About Pimples "~"*sRs fa Cuttcura Soap /^TdL\ Citleira Olntmit KTrtf "*X\ w? I*° the 1 he l V*^ M J|fLj I roughn es«. dandruff, \1 i T lit// ta>Ua hair nU r l Al j- J Wfl roiiKh 1 1 a nrl» these J V^WjQ Jjfy creamy201 words
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Advertisement152 1917-02-10 3 THE HONGKONG ROPE MANUFACTURING CO. (Imcobvoratid im Uobukono) Established 1883 MANUFACTORKRS OF PURE^ROPE I tTMNB CABLE LAID I 4 STRAND ir p to 10* 8* to io* Prices, sample* acd toll paiiicolara wil be forwarded on application to Agent: W. A. STOPANI, if..»VoV«. q T GREEN ISLAND CEMENT CO., LTD.152 words
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Advertisement442 1917-02-10 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. N.Y.K JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP rOO., LTD. (iMCOaPOBATSD IN JATAM EUROPEAN LINE A seriee U maintained betwten Yokohama, via ports and London under mail oontraot witb the Imperial Japanese Government. The New Twinaerew Steamers maintaining this servioe have been specially designed and constructed, and are fitted witb all the442 words
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Advertisement665 1917-02-10 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. P* O. "British India AND Mpcar L- me. (COMPANIBS INCOBPOBATBO IN ENOLAND). MAIL AND PASSENGER SERVICES. PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL SAILINGS(Under Contract with Hit Majesty Qoverniaent). #<O*> China, Japan Penan*. Oaylon, Australia, India, Aden, Bgypt, Meditapranaan Ports and London. MAIL LINES. HOBBWABD (FOR EcROPB) Octwabd (rca Cbuma) INTERMEDIATE DIRECT665 words
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Advertisement529 1917-02-10 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. THE SIAM STEAM NAVIGATION CO.. LD. (Incorpobatbe in Siam). SINGAPORE-BANGKOK. For Kretoy, Tringganu, Bisut, Semerak, Bacho, KeUntan, Tabai Banunara, Tolupin, Panarai. Patent, Singora, Laoon, Kobsamui, Ba on, Langsaen, Obampon, Kodak Bangkok. Oum Departure ««SS« TIPOK Feb 12 Feb I a p-"»- A 21, 3 p.m. s.s. BORIBAT 26529 words
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Advertisement603 1917-02-10 4 STEAMER SAILINGS. COMBINED SERVICE OF THE OCEAN 8. 8. CO.. LTD. (Incorpobatbd in England) •NO THE WEST AUSTRALIAN 8. N. CO.. LTD. (Incobpobatbd in England) BBTWBBN Frojmamtl*) i Port hi, Nor-th-Wast Auatralian Ports), Java atnd lingnpor.. Regular sailings between Singapore and Western Australia calling at Java (as inducement offers), Derby,603 words
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Advertisement170 1917-02-10 5 Bulloch Lade's SCOTCH WHISKY Two Qualities only. Sole Agents i CALDBECK. MACGREGOR CO. Johore Agents: A. C. HARPER CO. LET OUR LABEL BE YOUR GUARANTEE It is but natural th it we take just pride in Our Own Preparations For we know more about them than other lines which we170 words
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Advertisement385 1917-02-10 5 STEAMER SAILINGS. OSAKA SHOSENKAISHA (Incorporated in Japan) (OMka Mcrcantilt Sttamihip Co., Ltd.) KObE-BOMBAY LINE. Iho Company maintain! a .-egnlar cargo i H9rriee with six Btcamen rallirs; at Moji fokkaiobi, Hod^Kodo, Sinpapore, Port Swettcobam, Pcnann Cotombo and Bombay, Mid on tbe return voyage oallit« at Tatieorin, St vspore, Hongkong and Moji.385 words
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Advertisement161 1917-02-10 5 Green Mosquito Netting Large Stock at pre-war prices Held by SIME, DARBY CO., LTD. (INCORPORATED IN STRAITS SETTLEMENTS) AND AT SINGAPORE, PENANG, SEREMBAN, MUAR, JOHORE BAHRU AND LONDON. COAGULATING PANS ENAMELLED COAGULATING PANS I We have taken over the entire output of one °f the largest factories at present vbhbhbhb^bjbhhbv'161 words
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Article739 1917-02-10 6 Prices Quoted in the Market This Morning. Singapore, February 10, 1017. Messrs. Lyall and Evatt, exchange and I share brokers, issue the following list of j quotations this morning. The quotations on sterling shares are only nominal. Norn. Vald*. B Sums. Sil: 3/- AUagar 2/- Anylo Jay»739 words
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Advertisement178 1917-02-10 6 NIPPON PAINT White Zinc, White Lead Paint, Red Lead Powder, etc. 99 per cent, guaranteed. HIGH STRUT. Tbl. 319. 17 > h 1« 2 DENBV MOTOR LORRIES lTon \\j Ton 1 2\j Tons SOUND AND RELIABLE CONSTRUCTION FOR HARD WORK DIRECT OEM: DRIVE (NO CHAINS) Practical running demonstrations at any178 words
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Advertisement58 1917-02-10 6 STAMFORD HOUSE PRIVATE HOTEL, Bra* Basah Road. CENTRALLY SITUATKD Always 000 l and exposed to so* breeae Furnished Apartments with or without Board. Comfortable Rooms with Bathrooms attached. Eleotrlo Fittings throughout. Large Reception Ball and Billiards. j Separate Tables in Spacious Dining Room. TERM the most rMSMSMs la Town i58 words
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Advertisement788 1917-02-10 6 SIEMENS First established at 12, Milibank Kow. London, S.W., in 1868. The necessity for extension led to tbe establishment of tbe Woolwich Works in 1896. Sinoe that year the camber of bands employed bas increased from about 50 to orer 4,(00. Over 3f ,COO nautical miles of SUBMARINE CABLES— nine788 words
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Article109 1917-02-10 7 FIXTURES. Saturday, February 10. Hieb W»te* H82 a.m., OH p m. Theodore and Co.. Victoria The»tra. Sunday, February 1 1. High Watet, Mi am 0 46 pa Monday, February 12. High Water 1.11 a.m., 1.22 p.m TheHappy IUy. Victoria Theatre. Pantai Mwtinn. noon. Tuesday, February 13. «i«t>109 words
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Article194 1917-02-10 7 To -DAT Malacca I 30 prj Batu Pahat 2.30 pm Medan 2.80 pm Malacca, P. Swcttecbam and Penang 2.30 pm LatavU, Saiuararj; and Sourabaya, Ukmi; mails fur P. lljr»:n. I'urt Morisby. l'.ri-ban<-. Sydm y Melbourne and jsjAi 3.80 pm .Bangkok 4 pm Katu Pahat 4 pm KoU194 words
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Article265 1917-02-10 7 The mikJ train« from Singapore for th wort* leave Ttnk Road sUtion daily at 7.7 a.m •nd 7 p.n. arriving at Koala Lampur a*. f Hajaj Mil 6.45 a.m respectively. Tv ihr.oyh rsprcHS to Penang leaves Koala La xr vr -»t S a.m. daily, arriving at Punanf at265 words
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Article120 1917-02-10 7 Our attention has been calM to the fact •bat oar arrival* ia Loswlra are mach behind thas» pnblinbed elsewhere. Our rule is to gire arriTals only when they are officially reported in the Post Otßoe notices, and to late* date than that printed above ba< been ■o—120 words
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Article43 1917-02-10 7 Canning and Mount Faker drop daily at 1 pm., Singapore standard turn, coi i mposxiiag to 6 a.m. Qreeawich moan time. The tim fired at VI o'clock aoon. iadical -•mini MSBJL SB MM .l.iy MaajMag iaaday wbca it i« area at oac o'clock.43 words
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Article170 1917-02-10 7 EXCMANOB. SiwaAPoaa, Fkbroart 10, 1917. J« Lo-lx,. Bank 4 m/s m 3/4 j Demand 2,4 t Privato 8 m/l 2 A On Faawci Bank T. T. 826 j« Imoia Bank T. T, m J« HoHOEOMO...Baak d/d l|%pi J» SiAiteKAi ...Bank d/d 6a J J»J*t» BankT.T. s. 187170 words
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STOCKS AND SHARES.
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Article178 1917-02-10 7 I™ 06 Buyers Sellers. Value 10 10 Ampang 5.50 6.60 1 1 Ayer Wenß 100 1.10 10 10 Kanabci 1.00 1.25 1) 10 Kinta AHaociation 8.50 10.00 41 £1 Kinta Tin 1.10.0 1.17.0 41 £1 Lihat Mines 4.00 500 10 10. Malayan Collieries 11.00 12.50 XI £1 Malayan Tin178 words
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Article651 1917-02-10 7 V™| Buyers. Sdlere. V- V- Allwm 23 2 9 -3/- >/■ An^lo-Java 5/if. a/. Anglo-Malay 10/- 12/--i- Batang Malaka 8,2 8,8 £1 41 Batn Tik» 8.0.0 4 0.0 2/- ay- Bekoh 8/ 8/71 41 41 Bakit Kajang 2.15.0 8.5.0 4)1 41 Bakit Lintang 8.10.0 4.2.6 2/- a/- Bakit Mertajam651 words
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Article134 1917-02-10 7 StSm^ Bayer8 S UeWl II 41 1. Smeitin* Co. 7.25 t .00 gl 41 ml. 1.8.6 15.0 \j- t/- Hlectrie T'wajs 4/- 6/10 10 Fimh Neave 49.00 51.00 60 60 W. Hammer A Co. 63.00 86.00 100 Howartta Brskioe 45.00 55.00 LOO 7%Prel. 100.00 LOO 100 K»tE Bio, Del.134 words
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Article49 1917-02-10 7 United Engineers 8% 11,2*4 500 par Singapore Electric Tramways i% £860,000 norn B>poreMunicipal6%8 > poreMunicipal6% 11,878,000 jar Spore Municipal *i% of ISO 7 11,800,000 U%dis Spore Municipal 44% of 1600 $1,000,000 10%dia Spore Municipal 4% a.oon.ono 15'^dis B'tmre Mnniripal 4t ffOO.OnO F.M.S. 8% loan 1918 tIS.OCO.OOO par 1< pm49 words
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Advertisement387 1917-02-10 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS. FOR SALE, COLUMBIA GRANOPOM new alao cabinet staad lor same and 30 doable Columbia lecordV A^oapt 1100 for immediate sale. Write Box No. 70. Strait* Times. 10 2-12 2 WANTED, lor a pentli mm M paying guewt with a private family good aooom modation and locality reqnind. Write387 words
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Advertisement208 1917-02-10 7 n "GARRICK" {^^lj^H3 CIGARETTES SMOKING MIXTURE. Cigarettes, per tin of 50, 75 cts. Smoking Mixture, Ordinary and Ccarse Cut in \i lb. tins $1.10 DUTY PAID. On Sale at all Dealers. STUFFED PARADISE BIRDS OSPREYS' FEATHERS FOR LADIES' HATS AT HIGH STREET. AMIIDA DUTCH CIGAR TsJrfaoSß 10, COUVER QUAY CIRCULAR208 words
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1143 1917-02-10 8 The Straits Times. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10. THE GREAT DECISION. In a few weeks more it is almost inevitable that the great decisive straggle should begin on the Western front, and we have been trying to understand what those who have the right to speak as experts think of the position1,143 words
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Article19 1917-02-10 8 The Padang Jawa Rubber Estate, Ltd. will pay an interim dividend of 6j per cent on the 15th inst.19 words
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Article18 1917-02-10 8 Trong Tin (No Liability), has declared a third dividend of one shilling per share payable on February 23.18 words
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Article17 1917-02-10 8 Tbe Straits Settlements and Protected States Fugitive Offanders Order in Council came into forcujon the Ist inst.17 words
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Article22 1917-02-10 8 Tbe Porak tin export for the month of January was: Block tin 1.140.25 piculs, tin ore 33,66.'>.ft0 piculs, duty 1390,818.35, supeitax »«,tt>o.9l.22 words
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Article14 1917-02-10 8 Trawlers are only permitted to fish within a distance of 20 miles of Ymaiden.14 words
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Article27 1917-02-10 8 The Titi Tin Company's output for tbe month of January was piculs 533.72 made up as follows -Tribute pis. 494.10, dulang pis. 27.81, and crushing pis. 71.81.27 words
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Article36 1917-02-10 8 The Newcastle Division of the British Medical Association has decided to increase medical fees from 15 to 20 pjr cent, owing to the increased cost of living, drugs, servants, etc. Consultation fees will probably remain unchanged.36 words
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Article44 1917-02-10 8 The Times of Malaya says it is reported that two more police inspectors in Ipob have sent in their resignations, with the intention of taking up planting, whicb, to quote one inspector, gives at least a living wage, which the police department does not.44 words
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Article45 1917-02-10 8 It has been discovered recently that tin and copper have been smuggled from Holland to Germany as spare anchors and screws for tugs. To look like iron they were tarred. As every tug is allowed to have a spare anchor the trick succeeded often enough,45 words
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Article42 1917-02-10 8 Tbe Chief Justice, Sir John Bucknill, K.C., continued the hearing of the legal argument in the Supreme Court yesterday in the suit brought by Kalli Brothers, of Calcutta, againsi A. M. S. Angulia and eventually an adjournment was granted until Wednesday next.42 words
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Article54 1917-02-10 8 The usual Sunday evening service will be held at tbe Boastead Institute at 8 15, when the Rev. A. J. Amery will give the address. Solos will be rendered by Mrs. Williamson and Mr. J. Baker. A cordial invitation is extended to tbe men of the navy, mercantile marine, army54 words
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Article48 1917-02-10 8 The Commonwealth of Australia have made the possession of passports issued or vised by British authorities a condition of entry into the Colony for all persons over the age of 15 years, including steerage passengers. Similar regulations have been introduced by tbe Governments of New Zealand and Mauritius.48 words
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Article51 1917-02-10 8 When a British company took over the well-known nerve food Sanatogen Lord Rhondda became its chairman, but since then he has taken office in the new Government, and has relinquished his public company directorships. His place as chairman of the Sanatogen Company has now been taken by his daughter, Lady51 words
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Article72 1917-02-10 8 M.S.V.R. Regimental Orders for February inform volunteers travelling by tired motor car on volunteer duty that the rates sanctioned by Government are 25 cents per mile for each passenger. Any case of drivers demanding payment in excess of tbe above rates or refusing to take passengers should be reported at72 words
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Article78 1917-02-10 8 A bill is to be introduced into the Legislative Council to bring into force the AngloPortuguebe Commercial Treaty, 1914, to which tbe Colony has adhered. The Treaty does not come into force in the Colony till tbe legislature prohibits the importation into and sale for consumption in the Colony of78 words
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Article81 1917-02-10 8 To make the Panama Canal a paying proposition tbe present toll system must be changed. This statement was made by Ma] >r General Goethals at a reception by the Traffic Club of New York, He went on to explain that under the present system of tolls charge is made only81 words
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Article119 1917-02-10 8 The Gazette of India says:— A certificate of approval or prospecting licence or a mining lease shall be d only to a person who is a British subject, or if the person be a company or firm, only if such company or firm is shown to the satisfaction of the119 words
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Article113 1917-02-10 8 The drawing and ping-pong competitions in connection with the Amateur Drawing Association v. as brought to a close yesterday with tbe following results Drawing— Gold medal (prize by Association) won by Mr. T. K Tiong, Founders' Shield (medal by Mr. T. K. Tiong) won by Mr. L. L. L. D.113 words
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Article208 1917-02-10 8 A Cantonese named Chan Ah Say was charged at Penang on Thursday before Mr. K. D. Acton with the robbery of a gold chain and pendant from a Chineae girl. Tbe complainant, c'tieaui Ouat Eog, stated that on the night of the sth inst. bbe went oat for a drive208 words
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Article403 1917-02-10 8 The Hon. Mr. F. Seton James, C.M.G. (Colonial Secretary) and Mrs. .laiuei were at the Selangor races on Thursday. 1 Mr. Aelian J. King, manager of Kampong Kamunting Tin Dredging, leaves for Australia about two weeks hence, on business. A letter received from France brings tbe naws403 words
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Article70 1917-02-10 8 Tbe S.V.C. will parade as strong as possible at tbe Drill Hall at 4 30 p.m. on Monday, the 12th instant, to attend a general parade of the Garrison on tbe Singapore Cricket Club ground, when His Excellency the Governor will present the Military Cross to Major70 words
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Article120 1917-02-10 8 In addition to $39,059.46 already, received from Johore, a further amount cf 1 155.25, being contribution by Chinese Towkays and Malays at Kakob as list below has been received. The total from Johore is now brought up to $39,214 71. Chew Tee Lang $20, Tan Ah120 words
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Article133 1917-02-10 8 A correspondent puts the following qucßtion There appear to be a certain number of mena\>f military age in the Bandman Company, and they appear to bo British subjects. They appear, further, to be in good health, if they have been exempted from military service for good133 words
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Article216 1917-02-10 8 In their weekly nhare circular, dated February t), Messrs Frasir and Co. state Rubber and tin have advanced steadily and a more general enquiry for local shares of both groins has been prevalent. Mining Muldle'ou Tins have had a substantial setback with only small buyers at *15.216 words
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Advertisement170 1917-02-10 8 J. SEDGWiCK Co., Ltd. Colonial Wine Spirit Merchants, CAPETOWN. PORTS. CLARETS BRANDIES. Obtainable from Galdbeck. Macgregor Co. LITTLE'S DRYING TIN CIGARS, CIGARETTES. ETC. Bill V h H P° cl i Absorbent Pad which d JR {I keeps Cigars, Cigarettes, etc., in perfect condition. The pad is made efficient MBMBJ BMM170 words
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Advertisement253 1917-02-10 8 ANOTHER SPLENDID PROGRAMME TO-NIGHT, SO COME ALONG IN CROWDS TO THE HOUSE OF QUALITY ALHAMBRA Beach Road Tbe Home of Feature Attractions The Leading Theatre in Singapore A Programme of Features Something away from the ordinary HATHK MB4BM S That World -Famous Child Actress MARIE FROMET I* a powerful emotional253 words
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Article2422 1917-02-10 9 NEUTRAL ATTITUDE. Germans in America Loyal. SHIPPING SITUATION. Preparing for the Latest Danger. \\v Londen. Februa-j- 9, 5 05 a.m. Washington i <>reat Britain and France lave granted a sate conduct for Count Benatorff and statl. New Yjrk Tli-3 Scandinavian line announce that 'r.riuany has been asked to2,422 words
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Article68 1917-02-10 9 Riuter's Tfl"'.k\m. London, February 8, 4.40 p.m. Replying to a deputation of tbe Lancashire cotton trade, asking Government assistance for cotton growing within tbe Empire and suggesting tbe formation of a committee representing tbe Government and the cotton trade to deal therewith, Mr. C 11. Roberts said68 words
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Article221 1917-02-10 9 The death took place at noon yesterday, at the age of 67 years, of Mr. Lee Keug Keat, one of the most pi-otuinent and highly respected members of the Straits Chinese community. He had recently undergone a somewhat serious operation at the General Hospital221 words
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Article16 1917-02-10 9 Holland has formulated a list of Dutch ▼easels at sea which has been forwarded to Germany.16 words
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Article201 1917-02-10 9 HELP FOR MEN GOING FROM MALAYA. Handsame Donation from the Hon. Mr. Eu Tong Sen. We very gratefully acknowledge additional subscriptions to the Active Service Help Fund, especially a handsome gift of $500 from the Hon. Mr. Eu Tong Sen, of Hamper, Perak, whose support is very encouraging.201 words
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Article293 1917-02-10 9 (From Ocr Own Correspondent.) Koala Lumpur, February 9. Following are the handicaps for to-day's race meeting: Rack I.— Mystic 10.7, Kronglim 9.10, Douglas 9.10, Polar Star 8.10, Farisha 8.8, Tocsin 82, Pate 7.7 Race 2.— Motorcycle 10.10, Aringa 10.10, Caramut 10.4, Beanligbt 9.12, Bonnety Bob 9 12,293 words
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Article154 1917-02-10 9 Messrs. Francis Peek and Co.'s Weekly Report. Messrs. Francis Peek and Co., Singapore, supply us with tbe following report on thn position of tbe Java produce market for the week ending February 9: Batavia, February 9. Rubber. The market is azain advanced, crepe and sheet selling at154 words
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Article111 1917-02-10 9 Last week there wag a big raid on premises IN, Cintra Street, Ponant;. a Hylaw Club made by Mr. A. W. H. Hamilton. Mr A. H Dickinson, S.P., and Mr. A. M. Goodman, as sistant Protector of Chinese, remitting in tlie arrest of fifty-eight Chinese who were111 words
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Article3066 1917-02-10 9 SIR DOLGLiS HAIG ON THE ENEMY'S POWER. From Our Special Correspondent London, January 4. Tbe New Year finds us with the issor between the Allies and thfiir enemy freshly defined, and we are awaiting with perfect cheerfulness whatever explosion of fright fulness the dismissal of what3,066 words
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Article1151 1917-02-10 10 Mrs. Cornwallis West and Her Soldier Friends. The report of tbe Court of Inquiry into tbe petticoat bcandal, in which 2nd Lieut. Barrett, General Sir John Cowans, and Colonel D.lme Radcliffe were involved, was published on January 3. The report states "Colonel Ridcliffe, other officers, aul also extra-official1,151 words
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Article541 1917-02-10 10 Substantial Increase in Prices Recorded. The 28 1 st auction of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce Rubber Association was held on February 8 and 9 when them was offered for sale piculs 1 i 492.67 or 1,799,022 lbs. (tons 803.13). Prices realised Tbe next aucti >n will541 words
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SPORTING INTELLIGENCE.
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Article29 1917-02-10 10 The Garrison Golf <.'lub men's monthly medai stroke (February) will be played for today and to-morrow. The ladies' medal tbogey) will be played for on Thursday, February 15.29 words
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Article158 1917-02-10 10 The following players will represent tbe S. R. C. in tbe cup final tbis afternoon E. Oliveiro, goal L. M. Pennefatber, E. G. Wbeatley, backs C. F. Aviet, W. A. Aeria (manager), L. Gammel, halves A. Especkermann D. de Souza T. Leijssius L. de Souza; J. Oalistan, forwards. What158 words
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Article45 1917-02-10 10 I His many friends will learn with regret tbat Mr. Stephen Philips, wbo has been for some time in the employ of the Singapore Harbour Board, bas bad to proceed, on mtdical advice, to India fur treatment of tbe lung* at the Madras General Hospital.45 words
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Article1970 1917-02-10 10 MARKED IMPROVEMENT IN THE POSITION. The Excess- Profits Duty. Tbe sixth annual general meeting of tbe Strathisla (Perak) Rubber Estates, Ltd was held on December 2H, at the registered office, 65, London Wall, EC, Mr. Fdk. Hilditch (chairman of the company) presiding. Tbe Chairman said Gentlemen, as the1,970 words
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Article56 1917-02-10 10 The Germans claim to bave discovered rubber in thistles. They can make anything."—Daily Paper. Hun's discovered how to gut Good rubber cat of thistles. He can extract from mignonette Fine fats and bones and gristles, From phlox he manufacture's meat, And sausages from roses. Aud finds a56 words
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Article25 1917-02-10 10 The Governor baa approved of Second Lieutenant Stab Chung .luo, Chinese Company. Singapore Volunteer Infantry. being placed on the Reserve of < >tliuers, Singapore Vulunteer Corps.25 words
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Article21 1917-02-10 10 I'nder the Christian Marriagi OrJinauce Tey Ink Liv and Cbua lok Chi are appointed Ministers oi the i'rcsbyturittu Church of England.21 words
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Page 10 Advertisements
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Advertisement117 1917-02-10 10 PUBLIC NOTICE PARAGRAPHS. Latest advertisements of the day appear on pages 7. Those who reqnire a copy of Montgomery Ward's catulouu-.- :u»y have uiuu on applicu tion to tbe Manila Tuues Office. Marie Krouiit, the world famous child actress, will be seeu at tbe Alhanibra to nielli in a powerful117 words
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Article423 1917-02-10 11 Bishop Welldon on the Working Man's View. At tbe Conference of the Church of Knuland Men's Society in Manchester tbe Bishop of Southwell moved a resolution, which wa* adopted, calling upon all members oi the society to do their utmost Ja bringing tbe mewiage of423 words
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Article478 1917-02-10 11 Sunday, February 11, 1917. St. An.-»bw'> Cathedral. Seragtsiiua Seo<lay.-7 am Holy Com uj union 7.45 a.ti* rJuly Communion (Choral I 0.15 a. tii. Matins: 1 p.m. Sunday School and Bible Classta; 30 p.m. Evensong and sermon. St. Matthew Sepoy Lines.— 9 15 am Holy Common iso 5.30 p.m478 words
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Article87 1917-02-10 11 I j.-nud froiu ribruary 1 ]»17, m.lusiv., the value o( tbe highest rubber in nxed at to l«d. per Ib., aad Hit duty on cultivated rubber on whicli xport doty leviable on an ad valorem ■Mia in aeco.-iianr. with tbe rnlea ooder tbe K M.S. Customs87 words
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Article732 1917-02-10 11 Effects of the Excess Profits Duty. The ordinary genera] meeting of tbe Johore Kara Robber Co., Ltd., was held on December 39. at the offices of the company, 139, Cannon-street, 8.C., Mr. R. Arnold (chairman of tbe company) presided. Tbe Chairman said Last year I was able732 words
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Article153 1917-02-10 11 The report of the Kinta Tin Mines, Ltd., states that daring tbe year the output from tbe mine has been 7.993 piculs, or 476 tons of black tin oxide, realising £48,017, an average price of £100 17s. 6d. per ton, as against 2;">4 tons for £22.584, an153 words
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Article192 1917-02-10 11 Ah the title suggests the Girl from Ciro's is a lively comedy, full of cjoips and cranks and wanton wilee, albeit tbe young .lady scarcely indicates her association with this well known London club which has been so prominently before tbe public of late. Miss Margorie192 words
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Article60 1917-02-10 11 Tl.i llmubsy papt r» announct tbe sodden death u( Mr. 0. K. Kirtikar. He war a popular figure in the cricket world in Bombay aad elsewhere in India, and bad tbe repu tattoo of being possessed with a peculiar presence of mind, wbicb helped to make him a caps alt)60 words
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Advertisement459 1917-02-10 11 Reduction in Price OF VIOMNJTRINGS NOW 3O cents. No old ptock, supplies reach us monthly. S. Moutrie Co., Ltd. (Incobpobatbd in Honokono) Raffles Place. TO-NIOHT I Special Selected Programme TO-NIGHT I I AT THE POPULAR PHOTO PLAY MOUSE M 2* JJfJL JC~ JL M^. MIL* CINEMA Tanjong Pagan Road—Trams Pass459 words
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Advertisement342 1917-02-10 11 i RAFFLES HOTEL SPECML DINNER CINEMA SHOW TO-NIGHT RAFFLES REFRESHMENT ROOM Open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. daily RAFFLES BAKERY AND CONFECTIONERY The beat in town Upcountry orders promptly executed. iNssd delivered at private residence daily. RAFFLES MOTOR GARAGE Cars repaired, garaged, and cars on hire. Ring Telephone No.342 words
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Article1880 1917-02-10 12 WONDERFUL ACHIEVEMENTS IN LAST TWO YEARS. Striking Progress Everywhere. When the full Htory of the wonderful achievements of the British army during the past two and a half years comes to be written, one of the most interesting chapters will be that devoted to its medical services.1,880 words
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Article187 1917-02-10 12 Outward. 1 lie (uliowiui; passenger bookings to the Straits are taken from the London and China Express. Per P. and U. steamer. From London to Singapore— The Hon. Mr. Justice Edmunds, Mrs. Geikie, Mr. and Mrs. Mason, Mr. Moulton. Mr. Loft*. Mr. Boxendale, Mr Bates. Mr. Dekker,187 words
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Article1352 1917-02-10 12 A diary of the war up to August 4, 1916, was published in the Straits Times of August 11, 1916. The record of events is now continued from the beginning of tbe third year of war. August. 6. A battle has been fought in Egypt,1,352 words
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Article388 1917-02-10 12 Story of Terrible Work in A Snowstorm. Mr. Yamagucbi. 2nd Mate, who is iv a better condition thuu the other survivors of the Hankaku Maru, made the following statement It was on December 20 at about 6.80 a.m. when be discovered that the steamer wax close to an388 words
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Article41 1917-02-10 12 All the Dutch journals contain pessimistic articles over |he position. The shipowners are of opinion that the Indian services will have to be stopped as there is insuttcient space left for safe passage for them between the British and German minefields.41 words
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Advertisement268 1917-02-10 12 All! It's Framroz's asM a^Lfc. sH 4ou si i| mo HUDSON'S "EUMENTHOL JUJUBBB" /"CONTAIN no cocaine or other poisonous drug. Suited for old and young. For V> Coughs. Colds, Sore Throats, Bronchitis, Influenza, and the Prevention of Consumption. What the Medical World says The Lancet" Proved to be as effective268 words
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Article1009 1917-02-10 13 BARON MOTONO'S STATEMENT OF POLICY. The Entente with Russia. The following accoant of the recent statement of Japan's foreign policy supplements the Neuter's brief telegraphic summary published recently Tokio, January 24. The Diet reassembled yesterday moiuinq. Count Teraucbi and Baron Motono addressed it. The Premier, Count Terauchi,1,009 words
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Advertisement236 1917-02-10 13 HEADQUARTERS FOX THE ONLY OENUINE NOVELTY WRIST WATCH BAND UP-TO-DATE rAj#^lliMfefc,^Kv^ GOODS NO MORE Vj |®WTK©fir IV l!^v^\ .^O^ 1^ UP*TO-UATE LEATHER l|^jl^^ PEOPLE J ILS Wlftwfe M EASILY WORN STRAPS sW iPUN iwFMpc ti i —v siiwre P^^^SVyNl B) EASILY TAKEN OFF Original Importers i JULIAN FRANKEL FURNITURE CO.236 words
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Advertisement240 1917-02-10 13 I^^ 16 VARIETIES. f MM Pol*™ 5 ALL DELICIOUS AND APPETISING. m^_^ II MEATS, CAME, HAM. CHICKEN AND TONGUE, ETC. ETC M _-____^^^^^^^^^__11^i_lß—^,^^MssJ Prepared by celebrated Cbef under ideal conditions of cleanlineM and selection. IN GLASS, TINS AND WHITE JARS. m^ ONE OF THE BEST OF sT™ *l CROSSE BLACKWELLS240 words
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Advertisement822 1917-02-10 14 WAmsor Peaci. Famine or Plenty. Life Insurance is worth 100 cents on the dollar. WHAT OTHER PROPBRTT THE GREAT EASTERN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED. (UooaroBATBD n Stbaits SamaaaMTs) HaUaaV OFFIOB i WlnohMtwHouu, llngsport LONDOU OFFIOBi Ba, Old Jewry, E.G. The Company has bbBOiOOO deposited with the Supreme Coot of BagUad,822 words
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Advertisement422 1917-02-10 14 BAKKINQ. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION (Imoobpobaibd w Heaoaoaa), PAID DP CAPITAL HBfIOO^CO EESBRVB FUNDS StSßlraii xi^oe.ooo at a/- »i 6,000,000 Silver 118,000,000 188,000,000 Reserve Liability of Proprietor! $16,000,000 OOURT OF DIRECTORS W. L. Patteadea, Esq., Chairman. S. t'. Dodwell, Esq., Deputy nt»^^n>. Hon. Mr. C. B. Anton. I Hon422 words
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Advertisement456 1917-02-10 14 BANKING. CHARTERED BANK OF INDIA. AUSTRALIA AND CHINA. INCORPORATED IN ENGLAND BT ROYAL CHARTER Paid op Capital ia 80,000 Shares ol 430 each ■>«.«.... 41,100,000 Reserve Fund... M 41,800,000 Resorve LiabiUty of PropricJors... 41,300,000 BANKERS The Bank si England, The London Citj aad Midland Bank, Ltd., The London County aad456 words
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Advertisement607 1917-02-10 14 INSURANCE. THE SHANGHAI LIFE INSURANCE CO., LTD. (IHTOPOBATBD IN HoNBKOHCr) Matured policies and claims paid during 1916 524,303.51 Matured policies and claims paid 1912-16 1,680,916.93 Income during 1916 2,236,759.05 Assurance Reeerre Fond (policyholders' securitj) 5,106,943.44 Assurance in Force 21 ,630,287.26 P. J. FITZGERALD, Resident Manager, The Arcade, Singapore. ORIENTAL T607 words
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Article794 1917-02-10 15 NOTES AND COMMENTS ON CURRENT TOPICS. The British Hall Mark. What in a British article In principle, says the Financial News, it seems easy enough to answer this question, (or, naturally, as it might accm, a liritisb article ought to bo an artitU made in Britain o(794 words
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Article169 1917-02-10 15 Distribution of 10 Per Cent. For The Year. rt <>i tbr 9 Ujtii.' Kubbpr Company, Liwiti. 1. v. i»>-s th»t tliv uitput of dry rubber auiountt-d lo MUM Id-- Tho average groat sale price 'iutaitii-<l p< r pound was 2g. 'J.4d li'iki raye, wharf ir ts' couimisaion and169 words
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Article62 1917-02-10 15 I MSI t win re in the| isasptaial >-hip, tittnl upi M a tittri *ith i SMcisJ t mptDy of actors ncil k i-ptcial stock ol f'lityk it calls od the TMJOSW »M>k» U ul wai ami Kivtf p ifurmanct s to »ocb Jack Tar« M cure to come aboard62 words
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Advertisement306 1917-02-10 15 "MADE IN CANADA" FORD TOURING CAR. Petrol consumption officially certified by the Singapore Automobile Club. B 4 H miles on 1 gallon of Shell" carrying a load of 42J stone. Whin you bny a Ford Tonr- lights. That means additional ing Car you bny what you pay comfort and safety,306 words
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Advertisement89 1917-02-10 15 MICHELIN ILEAGE DUPIRE BROS., SINGAPORE. "SILVERTOWN" PRESERVATIVE [will protect your woodwork from the ravages of <^U~7~-0 bad weather, dry rot, white ants fc '7..m;'"=<l *he most efficient |^*«^i m AND THE CHEAPEBT jL "*Tr-~-jf** Ji "Silvertown" gives to low-priced soft-woods the same -s^^i protective advantages claimed for the most expensive89 words
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Advertisement1031 1917-02-10 16 iDpD 1 1 11 No tyro by any eth*r name grips the road like Goodrich Safety Tread. efiXr/ im+ i Safety come* from *triw *****4 Go<xiric/i Safet y Tr when you are buying tyres. "A grip on the rs*d U w«jrtt> _L1 two on the steering wk*cL" I til 11,031 words
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Advertisement660 1917-02-10 16 HOUSEB TO LET. TO LBT, No. 30, Kirn Seat Road. Apply to Teo Hook Hoe, No. 8, Rafflee Plaoe. 2 12— v TO LBT, Dnnrobin, Barker Road. Immediate entry Apply Lee Cheng Van Co. 17-0 TO LBT. Houses No. 7, Obanocry Lane Apply to Cbing Keng Lee Co., Auctioneers. 18660 words
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Advertisement310 1917-02-10 16 PAINTS OILS OF ALL COLOURS and Makes at reasonable prices for immediate delivery. KIAM KIAT Co. 108 and 109, Market Street. Phonb saxb No. 421. G.R. LAMBERT&Co. PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTISTS; 3-a, Orchard Road, Telephoned 1000. JHE OLDEBT AND LEADING STUDIO Unequalled Facilities, Ample Resources, and tbe Requisite Experience, am all at310 words
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Advertisement257 1917-02-10 16 JUST READ WHAT WE HAVE! 1,500 Kegn Hubbuck Paints in 20 and 2R Ibn. kegs (assorted colour*). 1,520 Ke«s Colthurst and Harding Paints in 20 and '28 lbs. kegs 1 assorted colours). 800 Gross Brass and Iron Wood Screws (assorted sizes). fin 8 Wheeled Pipe Cutters Neb. 1, 2*B. 600257 words
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Advertisement495 1917-02-10 16 NEW MOTOR GARS For HIRE If you wish to hire a oar make mrr that you get a reliable and comfortable car winch will ensure a pleasant drive By placing your order with u», as we only supply FIRST-CLASS CARS. STRAITS MOTORCAR SERVICE 21 6 218, Orchard Road (Next to495 words
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Miscellaneous314 1917-02-10 16 Straits Wimes. Temporary Telephone: 68. All communications relating to editorial matters and news should bo addressed to THE EDITOR. All communications relating to business matters advertisements, ..subscription*, accounts, printing, etc. should be addressed to THE MANAGER. ADVERTISEMENT RATES— Mlscellantous wants of every description are inserted in the ordinary body type314 words
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