The Straits Times, 19 November 1923
1923-11-19
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Title Section13 1923-11-19 1 The Straits Times No. 27,409 SINGAPORE, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1923 PRICE 10 CENTS,13 words
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Advertisement242 1923-11-19 1 ■BaBBBaBBBBBBaBBaBBBBBBfIBaBBBBBBEBnBaBBBBBDBZSfISBEBBBBaBB BBBBBaBBB I "Drink More Good Milk j j MAN'S FIRST AND FINEST FOOD. m a /3 JL/aJTLiiN JA. r THE OLD, ORIQNAL, GENUINE For general household pur- poses use BEAR Brand £—>* It if "11 Unsweetened Condensed IV II I VT Milk, a very rich, thick OWlob JLYaLllli. mountain242 words
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Advertisement239 1923-11-19 1 BaBMaBBJBBaBaaBBB¥jaBa»BBBBBWMaar»a^aBaBBaBaiaJWB«g ROBINSON CO., LTD. We just received a New Shipment of VELOURS, FELTS UNO STITGHf 0 VELVET —PULL-ON HUTS— •CSSSigS^ A good assortment of jT the Newest Novelties in Jt J§\ Sports wear LATEST STYLES AND COLOURINGS ROBINSON CO., LTD. (Incorporated in Sinjfapore). .««B«OTaWWßamnjmßaraßaß|M«Bß«l»M»^ ««««***as«ii H iMiuaii«an^ larißßßßßßßßßa^BßJißjHß^MiißjwaaßaßiiaHßßiiiijjiss/^aßi'/iitJsnaKiß i S239 words
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Article478 1923-11-19 2 Examples of-the Comedy of Grim Facis. Mr. Peter Blundell tells some good storieß in his book on Borneo. Here are samples. This new "boy' of ours was the champion ugly boy cf Borneo. His name was Damit. I have often wondered since if that was what his478 words
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Article362 1923-11-19 2 Nga San Nyun, Burmese "Robin Hood at Large. Nga San Nyun, one of the most desperate and unprincipled criminals in Burma, says the Rangoon Gazette, lo whom the soubriquet the Burniese Robin Hood has been applied owing to his many crimes, has escaped from the Andaman Islands362 words
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Article185 1923-11-19 2 Reduction in Price Next Year Assured. We are in a position definitely to state, says the Times of Ceylon, that when the present contracts of the Asiatic Petroleum Co. (Ceylon), Ltd. for supplying petrol in Ceylon expire at the end of the present year new contracts will185 words
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Advertisement351 1923-11-19 2 W V d«7i»ed t re. 'Tenet l ?r"om ift GUio duima 'he moQlhs before I B.by w>i horn. w» C* j «lw«r» pe.tect he.llh." V^ M' 1 You can nurse Baby yourself g I If the greatest privilege of motherhood is to be your» if you would know the joy351 words
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Advertisement432 1923-11-19 2 THE UNION OF SOUTH AFRICA FOR RESIDENCE,FARMING,TRAVEL £^©HE Union of South Africa f« is ol interest to Europeans in the Far East. If they are retiring on pension, there arc many pleasant South African towns in which to live. If they seek a career, and have a moderate capital, there432 words
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Advertisement280 1923-11-19 2 r* ii FIAT bWfflllUl LLL LORRIES and MARINE SETS. J/ MARELLI K^nf FANS and JijPf MAGNETOS. WHITE CEMENT V'J SUN BRAND I BEST ITALIAN WHITE BEST CEMENT. CURE FOR MALARIA WINES AND LIQUEURS USED BY THE ITALIAN GOVERNMENT Italian Chianti, Vermouth, f«hu»J77 a*u mv Cinzano Champagne, F. BISLERI ZC- MIL280 words
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Article595 1923-11-19 3 Less Merciful to their Own Sex. It has been a matter of common notoriety that it is almost impossible to convict a woman of murder when the jury is made up of men. Why then should a murderess's chance if escape be considered very much less when per.595 words
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Article260 1923-11-19 3 The Report of the British ViceConsul. According to the British Vice-Consul at Batavia, the trade dene at (he fourth Nethcrlami East Indies Fair (Jaarbeurs), held at Bandoeng from July 28 to August 12, surpassed all expectations. British interests centred principally in the Australian Court and the exhibits260 words
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Article152 1923-11-19 3 In accordance with the wishes of the Lord Ma.vor-cl,>ct of London (Sir Louis Newton), the theme of the Lord Mayor's Show on November 9 was to be "one hundred years of Empire." A huge jrlobe was to show the present extent of the Empire. There were152 words
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Advertisement403 1923-11-19 3 ITEftHEB SAHIIttS INDOCHINA STEAM NAY. COMPANY, LIMITED. (Incorporated la Hongkong) Dlren Barvie* t* Japan rla Hongkong Bad Shanghai and t* Calcntta tU Paaaaa froßt Singapore. Taking Cargo ob through Bills of Lading for Canton, Macao, Svatov, Amoy, Chefoo, TUntaia, Newchwaag, Tangtsx* Ports, Formosa, th* Phillppiaes, *U. FOR PENANG AND CALCUTTA403 words
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Advertisement566 1923-11-19 3 LABOUR CODE, 1923, F.M.S. LABOUR ORDINANCE, 1923, S.S. EMPLOYERS OF INDIAN LABOUR sre 1 ereby reminded that assessment returns for the preceding quarter must be sent to the Office of the Deputy Controller of Labour, Penang, duri:.g the' months of April, July, October snd January. Forms for the return will566 words
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Advertisement328 1923-11-19 3 IF YOU DON'T ENJOY YOUR MEALS Tone Ip Your Stomach Right Away So It Will Do Its Own Proper Work. Notliini; takes the joy out of lif? like a weak stomach. Enjoy the good things that others enjoy. Take Dr. Williams' Pink Pilla and notice how soon you will do328 words
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Advertisement234 1923-11-19 3 WE INVITE YOU TO INSPECT OUK L'AKGB SELECTION OF Ladies 9 and Gent's Gold and Silver Cigarette Cases Ladies 9 Vanity Cases Onyx Jewellery Brazilian Jade and Crystal Beaded Necklaces Crystal Cut Glassware Watches, etc. ALL GOODS AT RIGHT PRICES. WEILL MONTOR X, HIGH STREET, SINGAPORE. el***;* lIMH M»>H< »»»M234 words
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Advertisement716 1923-11-19 4 STEAMER SAILINGS P. 0. British India and Apcar Line K. iCoinpriits Ine-jiporated ia Eaglaad) V. 1 MAIL AND PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES PXMNBUIAR AND ORIENTAL 8. N. CO. Under Ccntrtct with His Majesty's GoTerameat. I.ONDPN-FAR EASTERN SERVICE OUTWARDS FROM LONDON HOMEWARDS FOR CHINA AND JAP .N FOB MARSEILLES, LONDON AND716 words
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Advertisement92 1923-11-19 4 DOLLAR LINE Wt 80-tea, New York aad Nerfell via Saas. M. S. DOLLAR Loading Singapore, December 28 Tkrongh Bills of Lading iasaU from Singapore to the Priaeipal Cities »f the Ualted fitatea aad Canada. For farthat taf omattoa as to Bates, »U, apply to DOLLAR STEAMSHIP LINES, Ld. No. 117/121,92 words
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Advertisement685 1923-11-19 4 STEAMER SAILINBS THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO., LIMITED. THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO., LTD. (Incorporated in England) t-l The Bine Finmel Line REGULAR SERVICES TO LONDON, AMSTERDAM, ROTTERDAM. ANTWERP, HAMBURG AND BREMEN. GENOA, MARSEILLES, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW. MARSEILLES, HAVRE, LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW, BOSTON AND NEW YORK. Taking cargo on685 words
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Advertisement668 1923-11-19 4 STEAMER SAILINGS KONINKLYKE PAKETVAART MAATSCHAPPIJ (ROYAL PACKET NAVIGATION CO- OF BATAVIA) (Incorporated in Holland). UNDER CONTRACT WITH TOE NETMEIM.ANDS INDIA GOVERNMENT. Telephona Nos. Passage Dept. 131, Freight Dept, 1202, Marine Dept. and Transhipment Dept. 1437, Manager's Dept. 1303. COEN- November 21, Maatok aad Palembang MNGKEP November 21, Tongkal-Mcsara-Saba and DjaasbL668 words
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Advertisement446 1923-11-19 5 STEAMER SAILINGS N. Y. K. LONDON LINE Kamo Maru Nov. 29 Katori Maru Dee. 11 Alsuta Muru Dec. 25 LIVERPOOL LINE Dakar Maru second half Dec. HAMBURG LINK Matsurnoto Maru Nor. 18 Toyohushi Maru second half Dec. NEW YORK LINE TtagCEZ Sailing date nil. SOUTH AMERICAN LINE BOMBAY LINK Wakasa446 words
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Advertisement372 1923-11-19 5 STEAMER SAILINGS Propoaed Sailings from Singapore, (subject to change without previous notice). EUROPEAN LINE For Marseilles, London, Hambnrg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, via Colombo, Suez and Port Said. Arr. Dep. AMUR MARU Dae. 17 Dec. 18 Not calling at Marseilles. NEW YORK LINK Far San Francisco, Panama, New York, Tia Japan. Arr.372 words
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Advertisement430 1923-11-19 5 STEAMER SAILINGS I "NEDERLAND" ROYAL MAIL UNE AMD M ROTTERDAM LLOYD" ROYAL MAN. UNE SAHINGS FROM SINGAPORE OF "NEDERLAND" -ROTTERDAM LLOYD" R. M. LINE R. M. LINE Tin Belawnn-Deli, Sabanir, Colombo, Tin Betawan-Dell, Sabang, Colombo, Genoa, Algiers, Southampton Marseilles, Tangier, Southampton to Amsterdam. to Rotterdam. GROTIUS Not. 26 I INSULINDE430 words
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Advertisement672 1923-11-19 5 STEAWB SftIUNBS ELLERMAN "TINE ■IXBRMAN ft BUCKNALL BTMAMBHJF Lt4. (locerpuraWu in England) STEAMER Dae Singapore PABSENGIR SERVICE OUTWARDS. U CITY OK CANTERBURY China and Japan Dee. 27 HOMBWARD9. ts.s. CITY OF KARACHI Marseilles London Dec. 10 •bji. CITY OK PA.W!" Marseilles London Jan. 7 s.s. CITY OP CANTERBURY Marseilles London672 words
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Advertisement101 1923-11-19 5 THOS. COOK AND SON PAHSKNGKU AND FORWARDING AGENTS, BANKERS, etc. i P. O. Box 192. Battery Road, Singapore. Passages booked by all Lines. Chief Official Passenger Agents to the British Empire Exhibition, 1924. Rail ticket* Issued for the principal railways throughout the World. fwr.ngvrt' Luggage landed. stcre4 and forwarded at101 words
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Advertisement345 1923-11-19 6 CINEMAS ALHAMBRA 7 From Wednesday, November 14 to Monday, November 19. In the Second Show nt 9 p.m. sharp. RILAUEA VOLCANO One Reel Scenic Picture. Special Announcement A WONDEKPLAY OF CRASHING DRAMATIC POWER A Special Cosmopolitan Production Directed by ALBERT CAPELLANI AND ROBERT G. VIGNOLA Two of America's Foremoat Screen345 words
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Advertisement98 1923-11-19 6 ALL OVER TWIST A Two Reel Universal Comedy. In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. W. W. HODKINSON PRESENTS TOM DOUGLAS in FREE AIR in 6 Reels. TAN CHENG KEE A CO., LTD., Proprietors. i»mn>inm>»<»nmnnK In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. UNDER SUSPICION A Two Reel I'aihe Drama. LEWIS98 words
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Advertisement264 1923-11-19 6 CIHEMAS EMPIRE CINEMA In the Second Show at 9.30 THE BRANDED WOMAN Featuring NORM A TALMA DOE, Its a First National GLADYS BROCK WELL AND STUART HOLMS In the unusual story of a woman who pi. id an old debt in a new way and found happiness in the moat264 words
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Advertisement374 1923-11-19 6 XMAS AND CARDS CALENDARS The "Yule-Tide" 1 he Season* Series. A box of Christmas Greeting Carda. Thi.. (irrrtin**. 6 very rtolai box contain!, a choice selection of A choice Christmas Cardi, Hijrh-clnss Greeting Cards, '.'j! urtistically produced in the most artistic man- Greeting Cards, printel in colouis. M r on374 words
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Article115 1923-11-19 7 FIXTURES. londay, N"ove:nli«r 19 High Water, 7 54 a.m. f.22 pm. i', 9.30 p.m. lur»da>. Xot ember 20 Ilißh WaUT. »MA a in., 9. 1 T. p.m. arard M. XT. mcil closes. Lucia dl I. :...i. i o r, Vie. Theatre, 9.30. Wednesday, November 21 iiifrli Wnt115 words
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Article545 1923-11-19 7 VESSLLS AT THE DOCKS. East Wharf Basin Nil. SaM Wharf AkitO Mv I, I'.ninphi'js. Mie. rs V narl I.c Muirc. .Main Wharf iarn. boh, Xainsantr, Colorajias in MUiad*, Li Empire Dock l%uru);.i Mnru, Circe, Suru- Carmarthcashire. West W'larf Nlngthow, Adrastus. .l.irdine.. Wharf Ajnjthla. I'ulo Urani Coal Wharf-Nil. Ki-iMiel545 words
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Article155 1923-11-19 7 To-day. Pulau Snmbu 2.30 p.m. Hiil-.i I'i^iat 3 p.m. Peaaag, Marseilles', Rotterdam. Ha.rihi;ru. AurliiM and Copenhagen, Ukini: |>. reels for Denmark .3 p.m 1, it Swettenham und| Penang 3 p.m ICateata and Muar 3 p.m. Malacca r.nd Muar 4 p.m. Bulang aad Bint:in -1 p.m. Kutii lineal155 words
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Article37 1923-11-19 7 »7 Goentoer Amboise Mantua Prin»e« Julinna TecKta Tabanun Spor* Oct. 8 Oct. 10 Oct. 11 Oct. 15 Oct. 17 Oct. 22 Aim. Lendon Nov. Nov. v Nov. o Nov. 8 Nov. U Nov. li37 words
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Article185 1923-11-19 7 BXCHANGB Singapore, November 19. On London, Bank 4 m 's 2/4 3/16 Demand 2/4 3/32 Private m. credits 2/4 19/32 lOn New York, Demand 50 Private 90 d/s 52% On rram B 11k 880 On India, Bank T. T. 165 1 On Hotigk ny;, Bank d/d >a185 words
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65 1923-11-19 7 Tone of market Quirt. I Late l London cables quote Spot shcel Is. 24»d, r Spot Nov.-Deo. Jan.-March April-June Btsc«pore Standard P»le Crep*. Closing Prk«i. Bot«t«. 8«U«t«. Spot Nov.-Dec. .lan. -March April-June Singapore Standard Klbbad Smoked Sheet doling Price*. Buyeri. Bel! en .")0 r65 words
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Article214 1923-11-19 7 fssue Val. I'd. Buyen. Seller 1 1 Batang Pa'lang 0.35 0.40 1 1 Ilitam Tin I.UO LM 1 1 .Iclantoh 0.20 no« I 1 Johan Tin 0.29 O.:!2 Q £1 Kam. Kamunting 45/- 46>£1 Kjimunting Tin 38/6 39/6 10 10 Kinta Assn. Ord. 7.1". 7.40 r, Ungvd Tin 4.80214 words
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Article143 1923-11-19 7 MM riiL !'<!• Bnyrrs. Sellers. H fl B. Am. Tobacco MJ R">.o 10 10 Central Engines 9.00 10.00 10 10 Central Motors ::.00 .1.50 l'l £1 E. Smelting Co. 7.40 7.75 .">/- SA Elcc. Tramways 2/- 2/4/4 10 10 FraFor& Kcave 38.25 39.25 iO 50 Hammer ft Co. 135.00143 words
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Article113 1923-11-19 7 I U. Enpr. 6 p.c. $1,234,*500 par 5 p.c. p.m: Spore F.lectric Tramways, 5 p.c. £350.000 nom. Spore Municipal 5 p.c $1,575,000 p«r. Spore Municipal 4'j p.c. of 1'.<07 $1,000,000 6 p.c. di». Spore Municipal' 4■& p.c. of 1009 $1,600,500 6 p.c. dii. I S'poro Municipal 4'i p.c. i113 words
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Article402 1923-11-19 7 Vraa«T aad C». aad Lyall a>« Bratf QaUaUaata. j Latcat available Sterling QnotatioM are priolad m another pas* am Friday. To-<Uy'» Priced. Frat*r l.yall Co. Kvatt. Alor Cajah (|1) 1 i» 1.40 1.20 IM AHen.by (?1) 1.25 l."ocd. 1 .25 L.JOod. A. Hitani (s.') |&M 1">.50 1T!.OO 1P..50402 words
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Advertisement589 1923-11-19 7 NOTICE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF LICENSING JUSTICES. The Meeting of th" Itoard of Licensing Instices for the tim umirtev 1321. conimenc!Hß January 1, UM, will be held in the Kirst Mapistratc's Court, at 2..'10 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, IH Applications for transfers, renewals, removals, new lii'.'nc-i-i anti persons589 words
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Advertisement73 1923-11-19 7 VICTORIA THEATRE THE GRAND ITALIAN OPERA CO. FOR A SHORT SEASQN ONLY. To-Night at 9-3O CARMEN Tuesday, November 20. I Friday, N.ovcgibcr 23. LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR LA TOSCA Wednesday. November 21. Saturday, Novcmfccr 24. AJD^ F\KEtVKI.L PERtORMANCE I Hy Special R«que«t RIGOLETTO lhursday, Norember TL Mile. Deltza, Mile. Vornoa. Sig.73 words
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Advertisement821 1923-11-19 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Other Clas iified Adyta. *c* pago 16. OXYGEN'CE t"Ab»lnthe) Amcr Picon, Fernet Branca, Ginger Wine, Mandarinette, Kirachvriisger, Kummel See 000, Cherry Whisky. H. Bolter, Direct Importer, Europe Hotel blHj;. WANTED. Jhincne shorthand-typist. Apply Central Motors, Limited. Orchard Koad. MALAYAN CHRONICLE Nov.-Dcc. is on aale at all bookstalls. Get821 words
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Advertisement416 1923-11-19 7 Professional Announcement. Mr. H. LAZARUS, Consulting Optician (Son of late N. Lazarus) 18 NOW IN THIS CITY and may In- consulted for SPECTACLES At GROSVENOR HOTEL (Room No. 315). From Saturday, November 17 until Thursday, November 22 (both days inclusive) SIGHT-TESTING FREE You can't be Optimistic if you have Misty-Optics.416 words
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Obituary70 1923-11-19 8 GWEE.— On November 18, 1923, at 13:1, Lorong 25-a Gcylang Road, Lee Lean Nco, beloved wife of Gwee Cheng Lee and beloved mother of Gv.ec Kirn Keng. Funerxl on Thursday, November 22, ta Bukit Brovn Cemetery. RODRIGUES.— On Sunday, November 18, 1823, at 16, Race Course Road, Eric, beloved70 words
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Article114 1923-11-19 8 The Rev. J. A. B. Cook nnd family thank the many friends who have sent their kind sympathy, and those who attended the memorial service of the late Mrs. J. A. B. Cook. Messrs. Teo Joo Kirn, Joo Gcok, Joo Seng and family beg to thank their relatives, friends114 words
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1074 1923-11-19 8 The Straits Times MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19. SLUMS AND CRIME. No judge in Singapore has ever uttered more grave and impressive words than these used by the Chief Justice, Sir Walter Shaw, in summing up, the evidence in a double murder case tried before him a few days ago. We have1,074 words
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Article58 1923-11-19 8 Picoleum, a sort of rubber-tar manufactured from earth scrap by the Picoleum Co., Colombo, i.s to be introduced to other parts of the world. A rubbertar very like Picoleum has been evolved by Mr. Kerway Bamber and Mr. Pritchard, engineer-in-chief, Colombo Beira Lake Development Scheme, and has withstood the heavy58 words
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Article13 1923-11-19 8 The Assize Court sits in Kuala Lumpur this morning, Sir Lionel Woodward presiding.13 words
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Article28 1923-11-19 8 The Tanjong Malim Rubber Company recommenaa a final dividend of 5 per cent, net, making 10 per cent, net, equivalent to £13 4s. 6d. per cent., less tax.28 words
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Article31 1923-11-19 8 The rate cf issue of Money Orders for India and Ceylon to-day is Rs. 16<l $100. The rate of payment of Money Orders from India and Ceylon is Rs. 169 $100.31 words
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Article36 1923-11-19 8 On November 12, the first of the Wembley buildings to be completed were hanied over to the Exhibition authorities, namely the Palace of Engineering and the Pajace of Industry. The two buildings jointly cover 23 acres.36 words
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Article42 1923-11-19 8 The Privy Council has commenced the hearing of an appeal from the Supreme Court of the Straits Settlements arising out of a dispute as to liability for the sinking of a wharf belonging to the P. and O. Co. at Bclawan, Sumatra.42 words
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Article37 1923-11-19 8 A number of important shipping and commercial appeals were to come before the House of Lords for hearing at the Vlirhaelmas sittings, which commenced on October 23. They include Duff Development Co., Ltd., v. Government of Kelantan.37 words
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Article42 1923-11-19 8 A Chinese was sentenced to pny $200 the maximum penalty or in default, six months' rigorous imprisonment, in the Second Police Court this morning, for being in possession of a revolver, flatnosed cartridges, and a daprurer. Accused was represented by Mr. Johannes.42 words
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Article49 1923-11-19 8 The Court of Appeal in London has ordered a new trial in a case wherein the High Court gave judgment in favour of the defendants in in action brought hy a bank's customer who alleged that the manager of a provincial bank had wrongfully communicated confidential information concerning h'm.49 words
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Article44 1923-11-19 8 The engagement is announced of Nancy M. Ward Mscnaughton, only daughter of Mr. Justice and Mrs. M:cnaughton, Ascot, Brisbane, to John H. Baring-Gouid, Pcnang, Straits Settlements, fifth son of the ltev. Sahine Bering-Gould, M.A., and the late Mm. Baring-Gould, of Lew Trent-hard, Devonshire, England.44 words
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Article55 1923-11-19 8 At a meeting of Newport Chamber of Commerce on October 19 two members were nominated to serve on the committee to interview steamship owners with a view to securing lower freights to th Far East. It was pointed out that freights to the Far East are higher from Bristol Channel55 words
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Article58 1923-11-19 8 The profit of Sengat Rubber Estate for '.he year ended June 30, 1923, was £10,013, plus £5,189 brought in. Dividend of IVid. ■icr share, less tax (payable November 7) proposed, carrying forward (subject to corporation tax) £4,377. Rubber ha/vestea was limited to 476,800 lbs. Average price realised was Is. O.COd.58 words
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Article58 1923-11-19 8 So many and serous have been the motor accidents in Indo-China recently that the newspapers almost daily contain news of convictions and suspension of licences. They publish these details inder the headline— The Wsr on Chauffeurs specially strict legislation is now being formulated to deal stringently with cases of racing,58 words
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Article60 1923-11-19 8 A Chinese was sentenced to three months' rigorous imprisonment in the Third Police Court this morning for being in possession of Triad society documents. Evidence was given by Detective-Inspector Spinks and Mr. Black of the Chinese Protecto-ate. Accused said he was entrusted with the documents by- another man, and refused60 words
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Article69 1923-11-19 8 According to a London wire of November 14, the worst rainstorms in NorthWest England and North Wales for the past 50 years have flooded a huge area and created considerable damage, lh» effects being particularly experknciil at Clitheroe, where several mills are unabe to work owing to water reaching the69 words
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Article68 1923-11-19 8 A Shanghai wire of November 10 says An attempt was made in the International Settlement this evening on the life of General Hsu Kuo Lian^, Chief of the Shanghai-Woosung Constabulary, who was shot as he was entering a motor-car. One of his bodyguard i was also wounded. Both victims were68 words
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Article92 1923-11-19 8 The Malayan Travellers Gazette (October- December number) reaches us from Thos. Cook and Son's Singapore office. It is the fourth issue and well maintains the useful character of its predecessors, show.ng exactly what Cook's can do for the traveller locally and in other parts of the world. Incidentally it may92 words
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Article148 1923-11-19 8 A Calcutta wire of November 7, says: An extraordinary shooting affray ia which armoured cars were requisitioned to round up a gunman occurred at Lahore on Monday. A Mohomcdan confectioner named Matin ran amok, firing indiscriminately at people in the streets. A strong force of police was sent to arrows148 words
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Article378 1923-11-19 8 Mr. and Mrs. E. T. C. Garland leava Perak for home at the end of this month; The death is announced of Sir Robert Cranston, aged 81, known locally as tho Grand Old Man of Edinburgh, also of Sir David Duncan, part owner of the South Wales378 words
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Article53 1923-11-19 8 Wiiile the American steamer Surugc was backing stern-first out of the Empire dock yesterday morning her engines suddenly failed and she collided with the Carmarthenshire, causing slight damage over the waterline to both vessels. It will be recalled that the Carmarthenshire went ashore at Perim on53 words
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Article98 1923-11-19 8 We have just received a beautifully illustrated souvenir of the official opening of the new Hongkong and Shanghai Bank at Shanghai. Externally the juilding is palatial, internally it is richly decorated and most perfectly fitted for all its purposes. One may cordially congratulate the Bank upon98 words
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Article119 1923-11-19 8 According to the Sumatra papers, a good many arrests aro expected to tako place there shortly owing to the discovery of a well-organised system of rubber s'x-aling from the estates. Lois of this stolen rubber were discovered when a certain European was arrested. He had quantities in119 words
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Article143 1923-11-19 8 Of all the principal portions of tha self-governing parts of the Empire, South Afrca alone remain* to be visited by the Prince of Wales. It was announced several months ago that this visit would lake place in the spring of next year, but that arrangement was143 words
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Advertisement171 1923-11-19 8 Christmas Is Near To avoid disappointment order your Cigars now. GOLOFINA ELEGANTES AND GOLOFINA PERFECTOS avc the best on the Market, and Christmas Stocks have JUST ARRIVED. "T i FOR S t. Andrew's Day Festivities WADDELL'S SCOTCH HAGGIS 1 lb. Tins $1.10 each. 3 lb. Tins $2.70 each. MACKIE'S EDINBURGH171 words
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Advertisement102 1923-11-19 8 ALHAMBRA In the Second Show at 9 p.m. sharp. MARION DAVIES in THE YOUNG DIANA in 7 Reels. In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. TOM DOUGLAS in FREE AIR in 6 Reels. TAN CHENG KEE Co, Ltd, Proprietors kjj Amammoth bridge is no more wonderful an engineering I achievement102 words
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Advertisement61 1923-11-19 8 On Other Pages, Pie* Shipping and tbl Mails 7 Rcuter Telegrams— Reparations the Muisolini Policy Election Pros pecta the Labour Programme IIM Premier's Manifest-) 9 Court of Appeal 9 Hailam Women for Malay* 9 Volunteer Recruiting D«y Priv-y Council Appeal 9 The Federal Council 10 Motor Cyclist Seriously Injured 1061 words
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Article1114 1923-11-19 9 Prime Minister's Protection Policy. Labour Advocates a Levy On Capital. [Router's Service.] London, November 17. In a manifesto to his constituents Mr. Ba.'dwin says that the objects for imposing duties on manufactured goods would be, firstly, to raise revenue by less unfair methods to home production secondly, to1,114 words
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Article117 1923-11-19 9 [Reuter's Service.] London, November 19. Paris The Chinese economic mission is actively pursuing its studies in France, particularly in Paris, where the visitors inspected the underground railway, the sewerage system, electric power stations, motor car works, wireless stations and industrial school.-. In three weeks of their .stay117 words
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Article37 1923-11-19 9 [Eeuter's Service.] London, November 17. Washington President Coolidgc has approved of the Treasury plans for an expansion of the coastguard services for the prevention of rum smuggling. An expenditure of 20,000.000 dollars is contemplated.37 words
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Article35 1923-11-19 9 [Reuter's Service.] London, November 17. Moscow A commission of three A.nercans ha-- arrived to settle the question of the monies confiscated by the United States which is claimed by the Centr-.-.soyus organisation.35 words
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Article930 1923-11-19 9 Signor Mussolini's Policy Defined. M. Poincare's Attitude (Still Uncompromising. [Reuter's Service.] London, November 17. Rome A long statement by Signor Mussolini, in the Senate, reviewing the Government's foreign policy, shewed thst the Italian views largely accorded with Great Britain's as regards the Allied relations with Germany. He declared that930 words
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Article147 1923-11-19 9 [Reuter's Service.] London, November 17. Louisville In a race over a mile and a quarter Zcv beat In Memoriam by a »'>se. London, November 18. Louisville Zev's victory will probably mean that he will seek international honours, as the winner of yesterday's raca was invi'.ed to compete in147 words
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Article50 1923-11-19 9 (From Our 0w» Correspondent). Penang, November 17. The Privy Council has allowed the appeal of the Eastern Shipping Co. against a judgment of Mr. Justice Whitley in favour of Quah Beng Kec in connection with the sinking of ths P. and O. Co.'s wharf at Bclawan, Deli.50 words
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Article124 1923-11-19 9 Sequel to Kciantan Gold Case. The Court of Appeal will sit tomorrow, when Mr. James Futchcr will appeal against the judgment of the Chief Justice in the litigation involving some of tho partners of the Bukit Bcrching and Belimbing Syndicate. Application will also be made by the124 words
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Article82 1923-11-19 9 The Secretary of Austral Malay Tin Ltd., reports the fcllowing outputs of its associated companies for the hal£month of November Kampong Kamunt'vg Tin Dredging— Hours run (Two dredges) 621, cubic yards treated 90,000, total piculs 594.70, nett value $38,148. Asam Kumbang Tin Dredging.— Hour* run 293. cubic82 words
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Article1302 1923-11-19 9 Interesting Tribe Movement In Progress. (Contributed.) It may be interesting to some readers of the Straits Times to learn that Hailam women are beginning to migrate to the Straits Settlements. For years past strong opposition has been made by the domestic classes against any Hailam woman1,302 words
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Article617 1923-11-19 9 Recruiting Day for European Units. We have already intimated that Thursday, December 6, is to be a special recruiting day for European units of the Singapore Volunteer Corps. It is felt that there are a number of men in Singap< ie who will join the Volunteer Corps if617 words
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Article188 1923-11-19 9 Messrs. Mansfield and Co. inform us that the new Cunard liner Franconia, is due here at 7 a.m. on Saturday, January 26 next, on her trip round the world under the auspices of the American Express Co. The Franconia has thu size and proportions of an ocean188 words
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Article83 1923-11-19 9 The output of Sungei Buava (Sum-Ural Rubber Co. for year ended June 30, 1923, was 665,711 lbs. Panigoran Estate roniained out of topping durinr year. "All ir cost amounted to 8.63 d., and sale rroceeds averaged Is. 3.5 d. per pound. Profit, after changing £2.000 written off Bander Kwala account,83 words
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Article2677 1923-11-19 10 The New Railway Station At Singapore. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuah: Lumpur, November iT. The Federal Council session U morning. The 1 Railway Enactment )ai2 Aineruimcnt Bill, the Police Force Hill ana the I B iwre passed. The Bobber Dealeiw' Bill was withdrawn by tin Legal Adviser 0112,677 words
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Article365 1923-11-19 10 Brilliant Performance at The Theatre. I Since Mile. A. Ambroso's first appearjance with the Italian Opera Company at the Victoria Theatre during the present season there has been nj par) which has given greater pleasure thsifi that of Cho- ho-San in Madame Butterfly on Saturday. The opera has365 words
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Article87 1923-11-19 10 Two excellent features are .low 1 for the second show at The Empire to-'ii;rht. The tirst is a First National Attraction with Norma Talmadgo in The Branded Woman, in seven leels. The other is a five-re-eler entitled Paid Back, with Gladys Brockwell and Stuart Holmes. In the earlier87 words
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Article26 1923-11-19 10 Witness at Stratford Everywhere he (toes he was known as Wago.' Mr. Tyler (tfce chairman).— W**o Witness. Yes. Wa-goes everythiin? that comes in his way. (Laughter.)26 words
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Article255 1923-11-19 10 Serious Accident in North Bridge Road. The junction of North Bridge Road; and S'.amfoi-d Roau was the scene of a I distressing accident on Saturday morn-! ing, in which a European motor-cyclist sustained serious injuries. At 7.15 a.m. Mr. A. C. MacDonnld. on 1 assistant engineer at255 words
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Article261 1923-11-19 10 Singapore, November 19. Rubber. —London Is. 2%d. Local 4!)'/a. Tin.. —London, November 17, i'Jl.s 12s. Cd. Locsl $10S»V». (225 tons sold.) Bobbers*—Allenbya IJBH-I^7V*, Ayci Hitams 12.50-1:;, Basaetta 1.02-.-1.07/-,-, liukit K.Bs. o7^-12'j cents, Bukit Katils 6?%-78Vfc cents, Craigieleas r >2',L--57 1. j cents, Glenealys 1. .;.">-1.261 words
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Article95 1923-11-19 10 Lyall and Eva tt's Report. Singapore, November ID. Tin— £218 12s. Cd. Rubber. Is. J'»d unchanged. Rubbers.— Craigieleas 55-GO, Ba 1 I I.CiM.UO, Malalca I'in-las 1 .!J', a -l.i7' Kunla Sidims 2-2.10, Mentalcaba tUa--23 Vj. Mining.— Kainuntings 38s. 3d. to 3!>s. 3d. Talauis 2S-30, SoutiW l.frJVl.'t.'v Norlhs 1.05- 1.07 5,.95 words
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Article140 1923-11-19 10 The piper dressed in a ragged kilt, skirled his chanter defiantly above- the roar of the traffic in the Strand. By his side a thin-faced girl with a Tartan shawl thrown round her shoulders wheedled ba'bees from the Sassenach throng. An exiled Scot halted near by to140 words
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Article91 1923-11-19 10 The wife of the British Ctn;.-iil at Bucharest, Mrs. Keyser, while travelling from Paris was robbed during the journey in Roumania. At Grosswardsin a youngr man boarded the train, introduced himself as an employee of the British Consulate, and finally he offered a liqueur and cigarettes. Mrs. Keyser91 words
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Article805 1923-11-19 10 I avo:ir:ib!c improscmciU In Affairs. The tSfdfth ordinary general meeting 1 oi Kuala !\!^ju Kubber'Plaotfttions, Ltd.. was heid 0.1 Oct" .cr ia a; London Mouse. -Nov.- I.wido:i- ;:nt. l-:.C. Mr. f. O. StKcjrten (the Chairman) Brtsidiag< ohn o.vlei, A.i'.L.s., the roar*- 1 tentative of the Secretaries (MeesM.l805 words
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Article246 1923-11-19 10 Indians and Empire. We are receiving letters from Indians about a Mr. 0. K. Andrews who is alleged to have said that slavery in its pristine form exists in the British Empire, and we decline to cumber our columns with them. We know nothing and care nothing about Mr.246 words
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Article928 1923-11-19 10 Singapore Defeat JohciT. Singapore played their ihv! home fix- lure- in the .>u.inyn uup competition on tnc I'adang on Saturday afternoon, when tnty ueteaud Johore l>y three goal.- anil .1 penalty aot-\ <i» po.nts) to mi. i ins was a OaciaiVS enough win, bill the game was928 words
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Article658 1923-11-19 10 Arenas and Chin llenx Draw. There was again v biir crowd New World far the boxing on Saturday n'ght, and the programme several good bouts. The chief item was tho matting between Ong Chin Bteng, flyweight champion of Malaya, and Urn Arc 'i!i.' weights werf not announced. Arena; i>658 words
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Article716 1923-11-19 11 The Lipton Cup. The Meood race for the Lipton Cup was nailed on Sunday Bandog under conditions that appealed in every way to the yachtsmen, as there was a fine breeze, smooth MB, a record entry and the failsex patronised the Club to its fullest cxtint. At t.n o'clock716 words
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Article208 1923-11-19 11 In the rrntch played on Saturday beItwctt the V.MX.A. and the St. Joseph's i Hoys Associatij'i, the former won by 10 runs. Scores St. J.0.8.A.— A Saiiy b Moreira 1; F. Albuquerque b Stack 20 K. ,1. tjhepheiJ- son c Jumabhoy b Vyas E. van Junsz 1 b Vyas208 words
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Article117 1923-11-19 11 i A fast game of hockey was played a. Blakang Mati on Saturday between the A.P.C. and the H.K.S.R.G.A. The Indian Gunners played a vigorous game and scored a goal in each half, thus winning the match by 2 goals to nit. Adams, Mus-li-y and Stack worked hard for117 words
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Article97 1923-11-19 11 The- following is the result of the ladies' monthly medal for November at the Garrison Golf Club I Mrs. H. C. Harrison 51— 6= 45 Mrs. F. C. Jones 55 10=45 I The tie should be played off before November 30. The results of the November compeI titions at97 words
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Article200 1923-11-19 11 A11enby.— 25,963 lbs. Ansrlo Malay.— 7B.6ol lbs. Batu Tiga. 59,000 lbs. liikam.— 2s,soo lbs. Broome (Selangor.)— 33,180 lbs. Bukit Kajang.— 67,2ll lbs. Changkat Salak.— 67,ooo lbs. Chemor United.— 2o,B34 lbs. Cluny. 19,000 lbs. Emerald Rubber Coconut. 54,896 lbs. Glengowrie.— lB,332 lbs. Golden Hope. 26,929 lbs. G. T.200 words
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Article55 1923-11-19 11 Received by the Bank of Taiwan Japanese Society, Penang $197, Employees of Sarawak Oilfields, Miri, Sarawak 495, Actg. Chief Inspector R. Caldwell, ActKChief Inspector R. W. Meredith, Actg. Chief Detective D. Kenny, Inspector A. F. Sheedy 75, Japanese Society, Sen mban 189, Portuguese Mission school, Malacca 15,55 words
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28 1923-11-19 11 Orders for vvock ending November 25 Monday,, 19th. Individual Troops Parade. Saturday, 24th. Athletic Sports Preliminary Heats. Raffles School, 2 pjn.28 words
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Advertisement99 1923-11-19 11 Master^ Voice** %^^p/ NEW NOVEMBER RECORDS HAVE ARRIVED-ALSO Yes We Have No Bananas PLACE YOUR ORDER EARLY. Call or write for Latest Lists. S. Moutrie Co., Ltd., RAFFLES PLACE, SINGAPORE. THE SCREWS THAT GRIP THE SCREWDRIVER Recess Screws can be driven with one hand No slipping, no splitting of screw99 words
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Advertisement509 1923-11-19 11 RAFFLES HOTEL Telephone 2926 (10 Lines) MONDAY.— Tea Dansant. Telephone 2926 (10 Lines) TUESDAY.-Dlnner ami Danca. Tk* Finest Bnllroom in the Eaat WEDNESDAY.— Orchestral Concert. TlimSDAY.— Gocst Niifht, Dinner and Dance. GRILL, open till 12 p.m. FRIDAY.— Tea Dansant. SATURDAY.— Guest Nifht, Dinner an* Dance. TO-DAY RAFFLES ORCHESTRA, TEA DANSANT509 words
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Article809 1923-11-19 12 Mr. H. L. Cowdy's Critical Maiden Speech. At the Federal Council Meeting on November 14 the Hon. Mr. H. L. Cowdy, in his maiden speech as a member of the Council, said (the Malay Mail reports) that according to what he could make out, as far as revenue809 words
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Article217 1923-11-19 12 Action taken at a meeting of committee No. 4, held on November 13, included Accepted the tender of Mr. Graham Hutchison of $32,500 for construction of additional filters at Alexandra Road Sewage Works, (No. 17), the following tenders having been received Brossard and M'jpin. $53,400 Wee Chwee Bee,217 words
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Article12 1923-11-19 12 Uncontrolled power and an imperfectly educated democracy go ill together. Lord Birkenhaad.12 words
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Advertisement270 1923-11-19 12 UCIfCIOUS tb^ Bl os > <C W]k LTD. last drop. Wfia SIMONDSW MILK STOUT ««mMM»»mt«m«»mMHMIIIHIMHM»MHHI Your Satisfaction Is always closely studied in ELECTRIC WIRING INSTALLATIONS undertaken by us. When you get the right contractors you get the right service and permanent satisfaction out of your installation. To maintain this policy,270 words
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Advertisement804 1923-11-19 12 BATU CAVES PORTLAND CEMENT WORKS l'he Trustees of the Late Dr. Loke Yew, C.M.(i., invite offers for the Purchase, or would consider the Leasing, of the Batu Caves Portland Cement Works, the latter subject to the approval of the Selangor Government, situate -it Batu Caves, Selanftor, Federated Malay States. The804 words
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Advertisement590 1923-11-19 12 THE TIANG GU AN BRICK AND TILE MANUFACTURING CO., LTD. TENDERS FOR PROPERTY. Tenders will be received up to Saturday, Pecember 1, 1923, nt 12 o'clock noon, for the purchase of the assets of above Company. Tender* may be for the whole or any portion of the property and equipment.590 words
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Advertisement259 1923-11-19 12 Hoiv to Paint A Ford Car Free Booket iMtlTtiims fur Amateurs to RtnuvaU' ;i lord Car. The Kohliialac Ford Tar PaJatlag Outfit has been prepared in lu.nl the special requinnii ,U ol Urn hundreds of Ford Owners, wfce lil.e to repaint their car at small cost. The Outfit contains all259 words
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Advertisement963 1923-11-19 13 »««**«««»««»*«4 •♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦a^ T I CORD TYRES have UK!!! BTANIMNG, the inevitable position Hint is reached by GOOD QUALITY and PAIR I'KICE, backed by BBBPONBIBUITY. CONTINENTAL COKD TVIiES will rnliance the beauty of jour car besides civinjf you an ample return for every (cut that (an towards its purchase. All reputable963 words
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Advertisement995 1923-11-19 13 f 3 THE VICTIMSoOF URIC ACID *A French Jft. Prenaration B— M B Arthritic subjects take a course F I™l o( URODONAL every month, Xlf?" cb SSifl? H r i^MSL which eliminates the Uric Acid RHEUMATISM. V//S /I ff ritic Colic. On the f.rst indicaGOUT iJw!)!/^//«>^/ 1 B <^r tion995 words
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Advertisement102 1923-11-19 13 H THINK THIS OVER Isn't it reasonable to suppose that the largest I. amp Makes in the v. "rid can produce and sell better and cheaper Lamps than any other Maker. PHIUPB LAMPS are the choke of THE SING Their Engineers know Lamps and their knowI<4H i.s bMfl t>n facts102 words
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Advertisement1951 1923-11-19 14 ■■■■■■■ißHra»w«nri~~"^""'~"T»ww»M^ nnmn mnrniummißinn Assets over 15,000,000 S.C A«mraMe« in fwee over #17,Wt,«t«. The Great Eastern Life Assurance Co., Ltd. (Incorporated in Straits BetUemsaU.) HEAD OITICB. j Wl.eaesU* Mouse. Singapore. MWDON OITIOI I It, Old jfewrj. ».G. The Company aaa itO.OM daposittd witk the Supreme Conn of England and compiles wit*1,951 words
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Advertisement208 1923-11-19 14 1 Pilsener Beer SPECIALLY BREWED FOR THE TROPICS L j This German Beer ij (Umbrella Trade Mark) is specially prepared for Jjk 'Sk. us at Berlin, and is unjfjjfc >v 8k questionably the finest ssTjK A ffht lleer )n the market IMgMsll RETAIL PRICE ftflKMsP 25 < includin g Duty).208 words
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Article406 1923-11-19 15 Risks to Customers not so Great As they Seem. Statements in a Ministry of Health re-, port that rf 421> i-heiniF.u' prescriptions, analys.d, U6, or 22.4 per cent, were frun'i t^i bo inaccurate, as compared with 2'J oi;t of 178, or 1G.3 per cent., in l'.'il. ere !ts:;406 words
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Article383 1923-11-19 15 llrilliunt Scene at the Chapel Royal. A London wire of November 4, says: Although the Chapel koyal at St. James' cfoej not compare in dimensions or magr.iricence with the Abbey, the Royal wedding was one of the most beautiful and BHM impress. ye ever seen in London.383 words
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Article153 1923-11-19 15 As already indicated in out column.-, the first Light Cruiser Squadron, which has been commanded by Rear-Admiral the Hon. Sir Hubert G. Brand since Apr 1 of last year, is to leave England for a world tour on November 24. The squadron consists of the Delhi153 words
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Article15 1923-11-19 15 Mankind Hves on a second-rate satelite of a fourth-rate moribund star.— Prof. V. H. Mottram.15 words
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Advertisement264 1923-11-19 15 LOOK FOR THIS SIGN. SERVICE WE OR the Ford Company cannot be he!d responsible for the performance of your Ford if you use part* not made by the Company. The Ford warranty automatically becomes void the moment you use spurious parts on your car. Y;>u OUHMI aflfonl to incur this264 words
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Advertisement397 1923-11-19 15 Libby's Evaporated Milk is more than twice as rich in solid content as ordinary tinned sterilized milk. It is a superior pack of evaporated milk and you are always safe in using it Libby's Evaporated Milkissorich thatit whips like cream— use it with fresh fruit it is just like cream397 words
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Advertisement333 1923-11-19 16 TO LET A tpaeteu up turns tnmu.gt ltt«d with electric 'lght», wiling t»M and bathroom attached, lUttaMe for a G«n«ral Gfflc*. F*r furtfier p«,rtlcalar», apply at 11, PHILLIP STREET DO YOU GO TO THE CINEMA If you do. and your pleasure is marred by eye-strain or headache, wear Chance's Crook**333 words
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Advertisement212 1923-11-19 16 THE PARISIAN HOUSE STAMFORD ROAD. A MAGIC PULL HAT FOR $8.95. Can be put in the pocket or bag. A sweet little thing;, dainty and can be worn on any occasion. Made of strong taffota in all shades and can bo washed. A fine selection of smart washing dresses. Shoes212 words
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Advertisement936 1923-11-19 16 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS Th* PREPAID charge* for WanU, For Bat*, To Let, et*u, la ordinary *lo«e s.t cyp* (average »Lx words to line) are per Ha* one insertion 28 eentt, two las. 44 cts.. tore* in*. 84 cts., four in*. 82 Cta., l»s. 11.00, six to*, fl.lB, tea ia*. $1.4 twelve936 words
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Advertisement816 1923-11-19 16 LAND AND HOUSES TO LET, No. 7«. Mlddl* Koad. Apply Meyer Brother*. TO LET, 3-c, Scott* Road. Entry Novm her 1, 1923. Apply M. A. N*m*xl* 19, Ma iieea Street. TO LET, new compound home 135, Bukit Timah Road. Apply to Tun Boob Cheng, 276, Victoria Street. TO LET, No.816 words
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Advertisement304 1923-11-19 16 OCULAR HEADACHES.' Eighty per cent, of headaches are Ocular Headache* ea'jcid through 10m* dofeet of rision. If yonr headache It so earned you will never be relieved until you wear scientifically-fitted glaase* to correct the defect. Let me test your light and make certain. You will not be advised glass*!304 words
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Advertisement393 1923-11-19 16 CfiRISTMAS NEW YEAR CARDS Buy now from the Cheapont and Best House in the Trade Series of GOLDEN THOUGHTS. JOYOI'S GREETINGS. WISHES FOR i Ot\ ART GEMS. QUAINT FOLKS, GREETINGS. The above c:inU are boxed with fancy Envelopes to match. X'mas Greetings in Singapore View Card -i. Best Selections in393 words
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