The Straits Times, 31 July 1925
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Title Section13 1925-07-31 1 The Straits Times No. 27,929 SINGAPORE, FRIDAY, JULY 31, 1925. PRICE 10 CENTS13 words
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Advertisement125 1925-07-31 1 pSTLffI i RH R e <SSS RigSK WtVM BKATBf Bryant and May Matches f^^^^^^^^» Obtainable everywhere. Wholesale from THE BORNEO COMPANY LIMITED SPECIFY BY NAME "SACOL" Disinfectant and you will obtain an undiluted Powerful Disinfectant which kills all germs even when mixed with 600 equal parts of water. This was125 words
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Advertisement137 1925-07-31 1 ROBINSON COMPANY, LTD. (Incorporated m S.S.) Cr ro^ IDT "combo" sports shirts W Vj f SHIRTS The I(]eal Garnient for Tennis and Golf. Fi,i2 White Matte and Cream Cotton Taffatn. Slender Men's, Men's and out-size Men's. Price $5.00 each. m HR tennis shirts and belts. .jjm w T* Fancy Pull-overs137 words
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Article573 1925-07-31 2 Company Reports, Dividends And Notices- Killinghall.— Int. divd. 10 per cent. Krubong Rubber.— Int. divd. 5 per cent. Bukit Rajah.— Divd. 6 per cent, (against 4 per cent.). Caledonian.— Final divd. VA per cent., making 15 per cent. Java Para, Rubber.— Divd. for year is 17 l ,4573 words
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Article234 1925-07-31 2 A New Movement Inaugurated In America. The Sanctity of Marriage Association, headed by the bishops of the metropolitan district, inaugurated on July G a movement to bar absolutely marriages of divorced persons m Protestant Episcopal churches. It is presenting a petition to the General Convention of the234 words
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Article158 1925-07-31 2 The death of Miss Clare Taylor, the American actress, who, as Mrs. Stirling, figured m a sensational divorce case m I Britain, is reported from Washington, states the Daily Express. She appeared first m London m The Earl and the Gir! lat the Adelphi158 words
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Advertisement156 1925-07-31 2 ADAMSON GILFILLAN Co., Lt<£. Singapore, Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Malacca. f CLEANLINESS KITCHEN Food should be prepared and cooked under hygienic conditions. A (M cooker makes this possible as it causes neither SMOKE, SOOT nor ASHES. It is also economical, as gas is only used whilst the food is being156 words
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Advertisement221 1925-07-31 2 ljß*^| brchei tht blood WU^i'-Vi S'.rn-.q'.nen; t.red nerve* nESSr Si 1 c fortifies the sustem >J tUHulfk aqsmst disease In all case* of impaired vitality and nerve weak* nets, Clement* Tonic prove* invaluable. Its efficacy is quickly evident m relieving anaemia, neuritis, insomnia, with their accompanying distressing symptoms of lassitude221 words
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Advertisement225 1925-07-31 2 Ask for and ice that yon f«t I MARSEILLES ROOFING TILES RIDGES AND VENTILATOKS. f^Sr^S. ♦'HEART" BRAND I ThM* Tilt* kave b*«n imported and «»cd m ihtk* paru fur many year*, 'v Stocka alwayg on hand. Sol* Importer* for MALATA A. CLOUET CO. 7 ■SSSSRS AT< \jBb\ QTTX/O I §^-5^225 words
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Article1163 1925-07-31 3 Prospects Regarded as Full Of Promise. The annual general meeting of the Bidor Rubber Estate was held on July 1, in the Council Room of the Rubber Growers' Association, 2, 3 and 4, Idollane, Eastcheap, E.C., Mr. Edward G. Dane (chairman of the company) presiding. The Chairman1,163 words
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Advertisement254 1925-07-31 3 Manufacturers of "CHONATA" BRAND BALATA BELTING (The strongest textile belting ever made) also LEATHER, HAIR AND COTTON BELTINGS. A BELT FOR EVERY DRIVE Sol* Af mta UNITED ENGINEERS LIMITED (Incorporated m the Straits Settlements) SINGAPORE. 44 m 19 Mmtssrs Kf»»HT>VM»IM > MftHMMM' THE LUXURY OF OUR READY MADE SHOES. .^aisWSaT254 words
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Advertisement382 1925-07-31 3 CHILDREN IN THE HEAT. Safeguard Your Little Ones Against Hot Weather Perils by Keeping Bahy'tt Own Tablets HnnH.v m the Home. At this time of year children are especially liable to stomnch troubles, colic and diarrhoea. They get hot at play and contract a chill. At night th--> kick off382 words
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Advertisement496 1925-07-31 3 STEAMER SAB.IN6S OREGON ORIENTAL LINE Operated for UMITBO STATES SHIPPING BOARD. By COLUMBIA PACIFIC SHIPPING* COMPANT 25 days Hongkong to Portland. Per rortl.ee rU Steamer Japan Part* U.S.S.B. WEST KADER Aur. 20 U.S.S.B. WflgT JEKA Sept. 4 U.S.S.B. WEST O'ROWA Sept. 23 All sailings eobjeet to change withont notle*. Throng*496 words
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Advertisement366 1925-07-31 3 THE BEN LING STEAMERS LTD. (Incorporated m the United Kingdom) FOR HONGKONG, SHANGHAI AND JAPAN ■HKNVKMK due Aujr. 12 BENLOMOND dv« Aag. 11 BENLAWKRS due Sep. 4 BENEINNE3 due Sep. U NO PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION. Ahove dates are only approximate, Calls Manila. t 4- Calls Manila and D»ln». X Calls Takau366 words
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Advertisement774 1925-07-31 4 sthiim mum P. 0. British India °*d Apcar Lines MD (Incorporated m England) *>i». MAIL AM) PASSENGER AND CARGO SERVICES PENINSULAR AND ORIENTAL 8. V. CO. Under Contract with His Majesty's Government. LONDON AND FAR EAST MAIL SERVICE OUTWARDS FROM LONDON HOMEWARDS FOB CHINA AND JAPAN FOR MARSEILLES, LONDON AND774 words
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Advertisement752 1925-07-31 4 STEAMER SJUUHiS THE OCEAN STEAM SHIP CO., LIMITED THE CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAY. CO., LTD. (Incorporated m England) The Bine Funnel Line REGULAR SERVICES TO LONDON, AMSTERDAM, ROTTERDAM. ANTWERP, HAMBURG AND BREMEN. GENOA. MARSEILLES, LIVERPOOL, AND GLASGOW. MARSEILLES. HAVRE. LIVERPOOL, AND GLASGOW. BOSTON. NEW YORK. AND BALTIMORE. Taking cargo on752 words
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Advertisement789 1925-07-31 4 STEAMER SAILIH6S K. P. M. BOTAL PACKET NAVIGATION CO. OP BATAVIA) (Incorporated m Holland) UNDER CONTRACT WITH THC NETHERLANDS INDIA GOVIE.NMINT. Telephone No. 1804, with sub-connections to Paaaage, Freight, Traaanlfjfaeat, Marine Depta., and Manager'! Deck. REPRESENTATIVE for Singapore and Straits Settlements of the OFFICIAL TOURIST KUREAU OF JAVA. All information,789 words
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Advertisement526 1925-07-31 5 STEAMER SAILINGS Ellerman Bucknall Steamship Co., Ltd. (Incorporated m England) "ELLERMAN" LING Passenger and Freight Services tq UNITED KINGDOM AND CONTINENT VIA FORTS AND SUBZ CANAJ, FREIGHT SERVICES HAVRE, LONDON, ROTTERDAM, HAMBURG CM, COLORADO due In port t s.s. CITY OF MADRID due Aug. 28 hi. CITY OF CAMBRIDGE due526 words
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Advertisement738 1925-07-31 5 STEAMER SAILINGS HM ELLERMAN FUNNEL BUCKNALL LINE S. S. CO., LTD. (Incorporated m England) JOINT SBRVICB te BOSTON NEW YORK and BALTIMORB via SUBZ er Panama. FROM NEW YORK Steamer Dae Spore Route Foi t MALVERNIAN Aug. 12 Suez Philiipines and Hongkong. TYDEUS Aug. 21 Suez Philiipines r.nd Hongkong. For738 words
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Advertisement594 1925-07-31 5 STEAMER SAIUHCS Burns Pbilp Line For SYDNEY, MBLBOURNE, via JAVA, DARWIN THURSDAY ISLAND and BRISBANE Regular monthy sailing by the well known steamers MARKLLA (*****) tons) and MONTORO (£l,OOO tons). The s.s. MARELLA is the largest and finest steamfr trading to Australia. Cabins de luxe, single berth cabins, swimming bath,594 words
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Advertisement546 1925-07-31 6 Here's the real thin* SURINA THEATRE Ju«t what you want to Ml 14 PAIETV riMCMA N rlh llri<1 X c "»«<'• Tel. No. 88». 9L At GAIETY CINtMA To-ni<rl,l at 9 11 ft' Tonight at 9 sharp. MUgM ill V.ID. ft! KRNEST SHIPMENT nrchenl, TUT 1^ GLENGARRY SILENT COMMAND m,546 words
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Advertisement183 1925-07-31 6 AT LAST (JK THE "SEA HAWK" i MUM IN at THE PALACEGAY CINEMA Commencing Angus' 11, 1925. R. M. DONATI, Distributor. EMPIRE Thursday July .",11. to .Monday August 3. In the S"COM(I Show at 9.lft p.m. A WOMAN OF PARIS A DRAMA OF FATE featuring BDNA PURVIANCI Written and Directed183 words
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Advertisement132 1925-07-31 6 Whiteaway's STARTS ON (AUGUST 4) there's room for everybody and 9*^ bargains for all. Whiteaway, Laidlaw Co., Ltd. I Incorporated m England.) SINGAPORE AND BRANCHES. Malayan Agri-Horticultural Exhibition AT THE RACE COUBSE, KUALA LUMPUR. SPECIAL FOOTBALL MATCHES H.H. THE SULTAN OF PERAK'S CUP. Friday. July 31. PERAK v. NEGRI SEMBILAN132 words
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Article140 1925-07-31 7 FIXTUKES. Friday. July 31 High Water, M a.m., p.m. P, nM.l i). )ioni"ward mail (train). Municipal Commission, 2.15 p.m. Saturday, Auruat 1 High Water, 7.48 a.m.. 7.13 p.m. Him- Kiiniii'l homeward mail. I'ul.lic- H«.li.l;i\ Singapore Hialry. Malayan Tennis Champiomhips, S.C.C. Sunday, August 2 Ilinii Water, !is a.m.,140 words
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Article195 1925-07-31 7 Friday. July 31. Ships alongside the Wharves or expected to arrive. Entrance lUis Wharf M. Trcub 1* 3 Lopez Y. Lopez If. 3 Kon. der Nrderlandvn U 3 Paieoi in Proteailan I Empire Dock To.vohik., Main ::n :t Uunti ■■>.! Nauato Maru M 3 s,-:.tti<- Man 37195 words
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Article148 1925-07-31 7 To-day. rhilippim Islands 3 p.m. Laboenn Bilik and Tanjong Balei S p.m. Palcabang :f p.m. Malacca 4 p.m. Sin^kcp 4 p.m. North, Xorth-East and North-West Sumatra 4 p.m. Ceylon, .Southern and Western India, Adas, Mauritius, Egypt, Europe, I. S.A. and Canada 4 p.m. lioilo. lllW|l|l>lH. Canton, Shanghai,148 words
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Article36 1925-07-31 7 By Kalyan Teosta •Kawi 1'orthos Mates loiMbran.lt S'para June 19 June 24 Juno 26 July 2 July 2 July 3 l.ondoa July 14 July 18 July 21 July 27 July 27 July 2836 words
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Article216 1925-07-31 7 EXCHANGE. Singapore, July 31. On London, Bank 4 m/s 2/4 15 '32 Demand 2/4 6/32 Private 3ra. credits 2/4 23/32 On New Torw, Demand 5C7i Private 9U d/a 58% On France, Bank T. T. 1135 On India, Bank T. T. 154% On HonjrkonK, Bank d/d p.c. pren;.216 words
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59 1925-07-31 7 Singapore Standard Pale Crepe Closing Prices Buyers. Sellers. Spot Spot Aug.-Sept. Autf.-Sent. Oct-Dec. Ott.-Dcc. Jan.-Maich Jan.-March Singapore Standard Ribbed Smoked Sheet Closing Prices Buyers. Selkrs. 1.40 1.42 IM 1.4U l.Si'2 1.2.-.-. 1.0!) 1.11 Tone of Market Firm. Latest London cables quote Spot sheet Ms.59 words
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Article241 1925-07-31 7 Issue Val. Pd. Buyers S"lleri £1 £1 Asam Kumbansr 47/- 48/1 1 Batang Padang 0.07 Vs VtVA 1 Hitam Tin 1.10 1.45 £1 £1 Iclris Hydraulics :W/C, :i!i xd. 1 1 .lohan fin 0.1!» 0.51 lo/- id/- Knwrr-i i7/- -is/*; £1 il Kamuntinjr Tin B4/- W10 10 Kinta Asso.241 words
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Article129 1925-07-31 7 11 D I!. Am. Tobacco 5.0.0 5.7.0 L0 10 Central Engines 4.50 5.50 •1 il K. SmeltinK Co. 1JL50 1 !.?•"> >/-5/-Elec. Tramway 2/9 3/9 nom 10 10 Frastr N'oave 50.50 51.50 100 1U0 Har.iiiici- A 200.no 2M.00 00 100 Katz Bros, dcf 140.00 160.00 10 10 Mexican K.asle129 words
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Article111 1925-07-31 7 Issue Val. I'd. Buye.-s Sellers U. Eng. C p.c. $1,234,300 par 10 p.c. pro S'pore Electric Tramway, 5 p.c. 80 £350,000 S'poic Municipal 5 p.c. $l,S7S,00O par 10 p.c pm S'pon? Municipal 4M p.c. of 1907 $1,600,000 2V4 p.c. dis-p»r S'porc Municipal 4 '4 p.d. of 1909 $1,000,000 2%111 words
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Article382 1925-07-31 7 FruMf aad Co. and Lyall and Bratt'a Quotations. To-day's Prices 1 Fraser Lyall Co. Evatt. AHer.bv ($1) 2.20 2.30 2."5 2.45 Alor Gajah (91) 1.70 I.SOed. 1.7*. LSI A. Ilitam (ffr) ISM MM 15.50 lC.r.O A. Kuning ($1) 0.X0 O.'JO 0.S0 t'.'.id Ami. Malay ($2) 2.90 3.00 8.00382 words
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Advertisement98 1925-07-31 7 OFFICES TO LET li.i. ines.s prrniisis 2, Kinlayson Green, Ist, 2nd and 3rd, floors, 3, Raffles Place, 2nd flour, 4. Change Alley, rooms m No. 100-L 1 Kobinson Road, and Nos. 100, loil-c, Robinson Road, No. 100-b, Robinson Read, entry January 1, 1928. Apply Heng Loom;, 41), Robinson Road. OFFICES98 words
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Advertisement846 1925-07-31 7 LATEST ADVERTISEMENTS Other Claiftified Advti., in piga II. WANTS FOR SALE, «TC__ WANTED CLERK, youih fresh from Rchool I inferred. Apply 164, B traits Tunes. NOTICE, TO LET. A charmincly situate.) Kat Katonj;. Apply 31G, S. Times. dpi IB SALE, Dodge car, couil rjnninv order )R SALE, white polisheu lulian846 words
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Advertisement118 1925-07-31 7 8 Charming Actresses have arrived 8 ill ttpitear to-night DAN DaV'sTIAH Turt V. THE STAR OPERA The Premier Malay Open m Singapore Composed only of High-claM Malay Entertainers AT THE THEATRE ROYAL, Sunday. August 2 A New Play by K. Do— never yet staged THE THREE 1 FRIENDS l:«..Jiinj at118 words
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Advertisement33 1925-07-31 7 CORONA FLOWERSHOP SPECIALITY IN JAVA FLOWERS. Amber Mansion. 'Phone 2990. dp) LATEST STYLES IN LADIES' SHOES HIGH-CLASS ENGLISH WORKMANSHIP. SUPERIOR KH). JUST ARRIVED. Lim Yew Chye Sons, Noe. 61 and 52, lliOU bIZEKT.33 words
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Advertisement698 1925-07-31 7 GOVERNMENT NOTICE Tenders will \>r received at tin- Oplmial Secretary's Orfioc, up to noon of Au^iiml 14, 1U25, for th>? following works Ii m .1 ru< t m.ii of nuw drains unit culntl at the junction of I asir Faajaaa: ;-nil lluonu VUU RnucU. Krection of three Idxear*' Quarters, Port698 words
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Advertisement324 1925-07-31 7 (BOXING r THE HAPPY VALLEY TO-NIGHT Double Alain Events. For thr Ugfctwtjthl Champtonxhip. BATTLING KEY DOMY SANTOS II) RawHb. For (ho M<>Kti«ito-n «-i j-ht li:u.ii.jmi.' hfn SAM FOXY v. KID JACKSON m KniiiuN. Special Return (taitcKt. YEW JIN v. AI. TRONO 10 Rimadn. and two u:««l |vi limiii.irw-).- Prices IS,324 words
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Miscellaneous72 1925-07-31 7 METEOROLOGICAL REPORT. Kandang Kcrbau Station. (By Courtesy of Government Health Office). For the 24 hour* ending at Midnight on July 30. IMS. de*. Mi si-. ;..i.- tenpv rot lire 88 F. Mm. xl. ii-mpt-mturv 79 F. Hmb ihade ttmpwaUnra 82.7F. Mmv. sun radiation 148 F. Kin. ft-raai radiation 70 F.72 words
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Obituary167 1925-07-31 8 CHUA-— On Saturday. July 25, 1925 Gth day of Cth Moon Chinese Republic 14th year) at 5 a.m., at No. •JU7, Kampong Bahru Road. Chua Low Cheak, axed 71, beloved father of Chua Keh Hai and Chua Chow Teck, besides whom he leaves to mourn hir loss, four daughters,167 words
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1143 1925-07-31 8 The Straits Times FRIDAY, JULY 31. THOSE SIX THOUSAND TONS In view of the rather excited comment we quoted from a Ceylon contemporary, and the suggestion of bad faith on the part of Malaya which it contains, we may perhaps do a little service to all parties concerned by explaining1,143 words
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Article11 1925-07-31 8 The Straits Times will be published as usual during the holidays.11 words
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Article17 1925-07-31 8 Jewish offices, and the offices of the Borah merdhants m town were closed yesterday for religious festivals.17 words
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Article30 1925-07-31 8 The rate of issue of Money Orders for India and Ceylon to-day is Rs. 153= 5100. The rate of payments of Money Orders from India and Ceylon is Rs. 158=$100.30 words
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Article26 1925-07-31 8 The Straits Settlements, Malay States, Hongkong, and Shanghai were all represented at this year's Bisley meeting, the 62nd m the history of the National Rifle Association.26 words
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Article35 1925-07-31 8 His Excellency the Officer Administering the Government, with the concurrence of His Highness the Sultan of Johore, has granted a commission as Second Lieutenant m the Johore Volunteer Rifles to Mr. C. H. F. Pierrepont.35 words
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Article43 1925-07-31 8 Ralph M. Delmos, an American, aged 19, an oiler m the Egermont, which left Madras Harbour on July 28, was drowned m the sea the previous evening while he was out on a bathing excursion m the company of three of his friends.43 words
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Article38 1925-07-31 8 Inspector W. P. Barsby, who was intrumental m forming the Police Band, has been transferred to the Police Depot, Kuala Lumpur. Past and present pupils ot St. Joseph's, to whom he was the physical director, entertained him yesterday.38 words
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Article41 1925-07-31 8 A bill is to be introduced into the Johcre State Council making it an offence to supply drugs liquor or tobacco to prisoners engaged m extramural labour or m process of removal from prison to prison or from Court to prison.41 words
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Article37 1925-07-31 8 In their produce report dated July 30 Messrs. Barlow and Co. state The copra market has shewn minor fluctuations during the past week, and about 1,000 tons have changed hands. Closing quotaions are Sundried $12.50, mixed $12.10.37 words
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Article45 1925-07-31 8 The numbers of the choir and altar boys of St. Joseph's Church will be spending their annual picnic during the week and holidays at the Erothers' bungalow, 'iindly lent for the occasion. There will jfc mass at the Brothers' Chapel on Sunday at 7 a.m.45 words
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Article52 1925-07-31 8 The general balance sheet and profit •md loss account of the Netherlands Trading Society to December 31, 1924, <how that the net profits amount to f.6,459,146.19 (i 538,2ti2), out of which ifter providing for the statutory reserve to the extent of f491,829.24 (£40,986), a dividend of 7 per cent, has52 words
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Article63 1925-07-31 8 On August 1, 1916, nim years ago, Father Laurent, a young French priest and Vicar of the Church of Tne Nativity, Serangoon Road, Singapore, made the supreme sacrifice of his life when he was killed at the battie of the Somme When the Great War broke out he was one63 words
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Article62 1925-07-31 8 Hongkong Hotel has recently taken on 50 cx-slhips' stewards who have signed contracts whereby they acouiesce to a rule that 10 per cent, of their salary is deducted each month for fivt years, at the end of which period, if their record is gjod, the •amount deducted is returned i.o62 words
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Article59 1925-07-31 8 His Highness the Sultan of Johore m Council has appointed the following persons as members of the Anti-Malaria Board, m and for the State of Johore The Hon. the General Adviser (Chairman), H.H. Tungku Aris Bendahara, U.K., the Principal Medical Officer, the State Engineer, the Senior Health Officer, the Hon.59 words
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Article80 1925-07-31 8 The marriage took place at St. George's Church, Penang, on Saturday the 11th nst., of Mr. John Solomon Daniel, clerk n iho Registry of Deeds, Penang, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Sokmon and a brother of Mr. J. S. Abraham of the Penang Harbour Board, Penang,80 words
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Article86 1925-07-31 8 Investigations into the sudden death of i labourer on an estate m Bagan Serai bd to a suspicion of cholera which has been confirmed by the Government Bacteriologist, says the Times of Malaya. Since then there has been another death from ?holera. Both of the victims are Southam Indian labourers86 words
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Article195 1925-07-31 8 Other special photographic reproductions of the Malayan Pavilion at Wembley as well as a portrait of Mr. V. G. Bell, m charge of the Forest section, are among the features of the current issue of tne illustrated supplement of the Straits Budget. A series of snaps at the Singapore Bisley195 words
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Article428 1925-07-31 8 Mr. D. Beatty, is Am back from home by the P. and O. steamer Hhybcr. By the train on Wednesday morning Father Ruaudcl returned from Taiptag and Penang. Mr. and Mis. Oei Tjonjr Tbnjr have left for Europe on a holiday by theKoningin der Netherlands! which sailed428 words
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Article52 1925-07-31 8 After a lull m the incidence of nrkwa crime there was a sudden outbreak on the part of local criminals yesterday, und one murder and three gang robberies, two of a serious nature, were lepoited to the police. Particulars of these occurrence will be found elsewhere m52 words
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Article46 1925-07-31 8 The average price of rubber for the quarter ending July tl has been us follows Singapore 121-55 C cents London Ba. 2-034 d. These averages warrant the exportable percentage during the quarter beginning August 1 being raised to 75 per cent, of standard.46 words
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Article98 1925-07-31 8 The following- cable has been receive.] from Mr. Watney London representative af the I.S.P. I.S.P. dinner very successful fifty-six members present Campbell R.G.A. announced Provident Fund Scheme generally adopted be circulated near future proposed fund be in Kast controlled by Trustees all planters free join main difference98 words
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Article154 1925-07-31 8 A bill is to be introduced into the Johore State Council to amend the Export of Rubber (Restriction) Enactment, I'j'i'.i. The objects and reasons state A number of agricultural leases issued before the present land law was m force m the State contain a clause reserving variously an154 words
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Advertisement114 1925-07-31 8 Foil gvl full value for your money when you pay for a tin of 50. HIGH CLASS VIRGINIAN j CiQARETTES. f British American Tobacco Co., (Straits) Ltd. (.Incorporated m England) m KGFPEL ROAD, SINGAPORE. BEFORE YOU DECIDE OIS PURCHASING YOUR PROVISIONS FOR AUGUST COMPARE OUR Reduced Prices PRICE LIST ON114 words
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Advertisement124 1925-07-31 8 ALHAMBRA TO-NIGHT at 9. LOVING LIES 7 Reels. (Featuring EVELYN BRENT and MONTE BLUE) THE FOURTEENTH LOVER 5 Reels. In the First Show at 7.30 p.m. TRUXTON KING 6 Reels. TAN CHENG KEE CO., LTD, Proprietor* SPEY-ROYAL SCOTCH WHISKY THE CHOICE OF CONNOISSEURS. Sol* AceaU GUTHRIE Co., Ltd. (Incorporated la124 words
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Advertisement68 1925-07-31 8 c On Other Pages. Page. Rubber Results a Bidor Rubber KsUte :i Finance and Commerce 7 Shipping und the Mails 7 Meteorological Report 7 Reuter Telegrams 9 The Kiat Case tt Aicri-Horticultural Kxliibitiun fi Hongkong Strike I Gang Robberies m Singaporr French Admiral's Visit 9 S aplani'M for Far Kast68 words
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Article721 1925-07-31 9 Hopes of a Temporary Truce Entertained. Earnest Efforts by the Prime Minister. [MUTE* TELEGRAM.] London, July 30. The special committee of the Trade Union Congress and the Railwaymen's and Transport Workers' union executives have ordered the handling of coal to cease at midnight on July 31. All the721 words
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Article139 1925-07-31 9 The Clerks Demanding Higher Pay. [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, July 30. Paris A strike of French bank clerks fur a rise of wages is spreading. A meeting of the employees of the Paris Bank, who ceased work on Thursday last, passed a unanimous resolution in favour of continuanceReuter - 139 words
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Article148 1925-07-31 9 [BXUTER TELEGRAM.] London, July 30. In the House of Commons, replying to Mr. Looker, Mr. McXeill said he had not received an official report stating that the Soviet Envoy at Peking had loopholed Jthe wall of the Legation. It could be safely assumed that the British Charge d'AffairesReuter - 148 words
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Article70 1925-07-31 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London, July 30. Melbourne Australia's hospitality to the American fleet has not abated. Everything is being doing to make all ranks feel at home. Numbers of official and private entertainments have been organised and very brilliant balls given by the Governor-General and the Eng-lish-Speaking Union.Reuter - 70 words
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Article50 1925-07-31 9 [REITER TELEGRAM.] London, July 30. Victoria Fifty of the Imperial Press Conference delegates from Britain and Canada sailed for Sydney after visits to scenic centres in the Rocky Mountains. The delegates were entertained at Vancouver and Victoria by the provincial civic authorities and press before their departure.Reuter - 50 words
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Article41 1925-07-31 9 [REUTER TELEGRAM.] London. July 30. Tours Tweivc were killed and 20 injured by the derailment 01 a train from Leman.s at midnight. London, July 31. The Hague Heer Colijn, Minister of Finincc, has accepted the task of forming a Cabinet.Reuter - 41 words
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Article88 1925-07-31 9 With regard to the shooting affair m Upper Cross Street on Wednesday evening, m which about a dozen shots were fired, and one Chinese wus fatally injured, and a hawker and a l.'i-year Chinese girl seriously wounded, further enquiries by the police point to the fact88 words
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Article77 1925-07-31 9 A step m rank m the Navy is officially announced for the Puke of York, who now becomes captain, str.tes the Daily Express. He joined the Navy as a midshipman m 1913, and had considerable sea experience m the West Indies and the Mediterranean. He was mentioned m despatches for77 words
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Article94 1925-07-31 9 Grave Incident on Frontier Reported. [MUTEK TILtGRAM.] London, July 30. Moscow It is reported that the commander of the Soviet frontier guard in the Yampol district, whilst making a tour of inspection, was killed by Polish frontier guards, who are alleged to have crossed the frontier, dragged94 words
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Article87 1925-07-31 9 Soviet Government Expected At Canton. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Hongkong, July 30. Owing to the revised conditions a recrudescence of trouble at the docks is to be expected on August 1. The authorities are fully prepared. The Canton Government have issued a notification stating that murderous attacks and87 words
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Article59 1925-07-31 9 Robbery by Gang Armed With Pistols. Last night nine Cantonese armed with pistols entered a Chinese house, 96, Kallang Road, held up the occupantb, and got away with $4,000 worth of caah and jewellery. A Chinese woman m the house was struck over the mouth with the59 words
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Article273 1925-07-31 9 Arrangements During the Visit To Singapore. Yesterday morning when Centre Amirai Basire landed officially at Johnston's Pier His Excellency was accorded a salute of 15 guns from Fort Canning. The Admiral, accompanied by the French Consul, paid official visits afterwards to Government House and General Headquarters, and273 words
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Article125 1925-07-31 9 Year's Imprisonment for Chinese Seaman. A Chinese seaman was sentenced to one year's imprisonment by the District Judge (Mr. Frankly n Robinson) this morning for importing three automatic pistols and 300 rounds of ammunition into the Colony. The accused was arrested by the Harbour Board Police as125 words
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Article66 1925-07-31 9 Mysterious Affair m East Coast Road. The Rochore divisional police and detective branch were occupied at a late hour la:-t night m investigating the death of a Chinese m a kampong m a plantation off the East Coast Road. The deceased appeared to have been beaten to66 words
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Article1241 1925-07-31 9 Opening of Exhibition At Kuala Lumpur. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Kuala Lur.ipur, July 31. There was a large crowd at the opon1 ing of the Agri-Horticultural Exhibition to-day. The Hon. Mr. O. F. G. Stonor, C.M.G., arrived sharp at eleven o'clock and was received by the President, Mr. F.1,241 words
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Article185 1925-07-31 9 Chinese Terribly Hacked With Knives. A serious affair took place at Jurong village at two o'clock this morning. A gang of* about eight Chinese entered the house of a Chinese barber, a well-known person in the village, and hacked hint with knives so atrociously that he died185 words
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LOCAL RUBBER AUCTION.
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Article186 1925-07-31 9 Messrs. Barlow and Co. report Singapore, July 30. The market, during the period under review, has been very unsettled, and prices have from day to day shown a considerable drop. 'li:lc^:ams to hand from London and New York quote the former market at 3s. 8%d. and the latter at 96186 words
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162 1925-07-31 9 Messrs. Lewis and Peat, Ltd. report Singapore July 30. Since our last issue there has been a distinct break in the market, and prices have fallen considerably. The sharp decline has been chiefly due to liquidation in London where holders, in view of the uncertainty of the present situation, have162 words
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Article128 1925-07-31 9 H.M.S. Hermes Expected With Twenty Machines. H.M.S. Hermes, which is doing out to thi' Far Kast to strengthen the naval IBMH there, left Port Said on July 18 and was due at Tiincomalie on July 2S. The Hermes, which is under thj command of ("apt. the128 words
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Article71 1925-07-31 9 Chinese Gang's Haul m Thomson Road. A report was made to the Kandang Kerbau police yesterday that six ('him*entered a bus m Bras Basah Road, and went as far as the fourth mile, Thomson Road, where they stopped the bus, overpowered the driver and conductor, and71 words
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Article2233 1925-07-31 9 Nine Months on Lesser Charge. Unanimous Verdict in Assize Trial. Sentence of nine months' rigorous imprisonment was parsed by Mr. .Justice Deunc at the Assizes yesterday afternoon on Goh Hood Kiat, who was charged with the attempted murder of a young Chinese, named Wonp Yung Sod, by2,233 words
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Article1950 1925-07-31 10 His Reason for Using The Revolver. The accused then entered the '.vitnessbox. He .stated that be W4I a bookseller, printer <nd st.H'oncr, and that he also had interests in the Happy Valley. He had 1. id licence for a levolvcr for five years. He always canicii a revolver1,950 words
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Article218 1925-07-31 10 The Man from Glengarry and The Sign on the Door are the two main attractions of the Gaiety programme to-night, In celebration of the second anniversary of the New World to-morrow, special programmes have been arranged, including a ti-(iup« of Straits-Chinese minstrels, a Kelantan makyontf, the Chinese wayanj;218 words
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CORRESPONDENCE.
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Letter220 1925-07-31 10 To the Editor of the StraiU Times. Sir, It has been a matter of general comment that m the case m which Private Beale was acquitted at the Assizeo on a charge of causing death by a rash art the accused himself admitted that after his220 words
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Letter202 1925-07-31 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, In reply to Stella's query, I also saw the combination that misled him and if he again looks in the Western sky at about 0.30 p.m. he will probably still see the stars (not Crux) very low down, but the moon202 words
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Letter83 1925-07-31 10 To the Editor of the Straits Times. Sir, To your correspondent, Stella, who asks if the moon could really have been in the place of the fourth star of the Southern Cross I would suggest that fewer pahits might keep her (or his) .heavenly vision clearer and help her to83 words
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Article193 1925-07-31 10 Singapore, July 31. Rubber.— London 3s. B%d. Local $1.41 Tin.— London £262. 10s. Local $133 (125 tons sold.) Rubbers.— Firmer. Ayer Moleks are quoted 2.10-2.15. United Malaccas have buyers at 2.10 and sellers at 2.25. Bukit Jelotong& have sellers at 1.12 buyers bidding 1.07. New Craigieleas193 words
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Article146 1925-07-31 10 Singapore, July 31. Till f»m 10s. down 225. 6d. Rubber.— 3s. BV4d. down %d. Rubbers. Owing to proximity to the holidays, all sections of the share market are quiet. The steadier position of the commodity market is fully reflected m the rubber shares. Ayer Moleks 2.10-2.25, Colinsburgha146 words
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Article20 1925-07-31 10 The Chine&r who was shot by thrco 'Cantonese m lorohtf at Geylanj; a few days ago hat died m hospital.20 words
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Article166 1925-07-31 10 Week End Events In Singapore. Singapore will be the scene of some interesting sport over the August holidays. Of chief importance to the. general public is the Malayan tennis championship meeting to be contested on the courts of the S.C.C. to-morrow, Sunday and Monday, but shooting- enthusiasts have166 words
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Article282 1925-07-31 10 Arrangements for Malayan Championships. The- Men's Singles and Doubles and the Ladies' Singles Championship of Majaya will be held on the courts of the Singapore Cricket Club to-morrow, Sunday and Monday. The first rjund matches will be played to-morrow, the second round (semi-finals) on Sunday and the finals282 words
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Article118 1925-07-31 10 Unexpectedly Large Entry. Owing to the unexpectedly large number of entries it may be found impossible Lo complete the programme arranged for to-moiTow on that day. Competitors who are entered for Matches V and VI. (Buffs.' Cup) are asked t» note that they may be required to fire118 words
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Article287 1925-07-31 10 To-night's Contest. A good deal of interest is being taken m to-night's programme of boxing at the Happy Va.lley, where Battling Key and Domy Santos will meet for the fourth time over ten rounds. Santos has beaten Key twice, but at the last meeting, on July 2, Key won287 words
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Article370 1925-07-31 10 Third Day of PeJWBg Meetin;. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Ponang, July .50. There was a good attendance for the third day of the race*. The weather w w iiii», though overcast, am the going; n •<"!. Race 1.— Ex-Griffin Hones, C 1. GOODWOOD, Ronwaon, X.7. 2. DINKIE, Sleigh, 8.12.370 words
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Article54 1925-07-31 10 The following will represent the St. Joseph's Institute n Bgsdatt the Mtdicul Ceßege Union on the school ground thin afternoon Man Sens (capt.) K. Undasan and Koh Guan Yum Watt Te«k, T:;y Gwat Kirn and \V. Ess Chua Yang Guan, F. Meet re. C. de Silva, Tnn Kee Soon54 words
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Article44 1925-07-31 10 Two special holiday competitions will be held at the Kutong Golf Club, tomorrow and Sunday, Eclectic Competition against Bogey Monday, One Club competition. No entrance fees will be charged. Full particulars of rules of play will be found oh the club notice board.44 words
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Article446 1925-07-31 10 The following passengers are proceeding to Europe by the Mantua which smled at 8 m. to-day .Mr. and Mrs. Hancock, Mr. A. H. Henderson. Mr. tod Mrs. W. Hood*, Mr. and Mrs. MacUrtn, Mr. R. M. Noklofctenc. Mr. J. C. Gilbert. Mr. Keiily, MiH Man-, I.t. A. V. lKnton.446 words
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Article94 1925-07-31 10 The case was mentioned m the District Court this morning, ii< which M. E. Joseph stands charged at the instance of Mr. F. C. Peck with criminal breach of trust m respect of 2,000 shares m the Alor Gajah Rubber Estate, 2,000 shares m the Bukit Jelotong Estate, 4,000 shares94 words
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Article2097 1925-07-31 11 Visit to IVkan, Trenjfuanu And Kcluntan. His Excellency the Officer Administer-: ing the Government and High Com- j missinncr f<.i t'nc Malay Slates, the Hon. j Mr. K. S. Hose, C.M.G., who was accompanied by Miss Hose and Mist Eraser nnd by his Private Secretary and Aide-de-Ciimp, left2,097 words
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Advertisement138 1925-07-31 11 New H.M.V." Records ARE HERE Get Your Selection Now. List on Application. S. MOUTRIE Co., Ltd. (Incorporated m Hongkong) THE ARCADE, SINGAPORE. TANGYE Duplex Boiler Feeders J Designed for working with and against steam pressures up to 220 lbs. per square inch. Approximate water per hour from 270—3,900 gallons. TANGYE138 words
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Advertisement327 1925-07-31 11 Raffles Hotel Tel. No. 2920. GUEST NIGHTS, Dinner and Dance. Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. N.B. Evening Dress Essential for DancingTEA DANCES Every Monday and Friday. TWT W I SARKIES BROTHERS, \Jl\lJ-11-« Propriety Seventy Varieties besides the ,rw v vlllli M 1.1.I 1 >. 11. 1 Ml. .>, Daily Special327 words
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Article377 1925-07-31 12 LONDON EXCHANGE STERLING PRICES JULY 1. Par Value. Company. 11 AnKlo-Mwiily- d A"cr Kuning £1 Brkap Plantns £1 Banteng £1 Hatu Cave* £1 Batu Kawan £1 Batu Tifrn 2/ Bcrtam Consol. Cl Bidor £1 Bikam 2/ Brooklands 2/ Bukit Mertiijam £1 Hukit Rajah •II Bukit Scmbawan;:377 words
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Advertisement312 1925-07-31 12 IMPORTANT AUCTION SALE IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS SETTLEMENT OF SINGAPORE. Originating Summons No. 13 of 1925. In the Mailer of Ihe Estate of MOHAMAT BIN KASSIM SOERATIE nthwwiM called MOHAMEI) BIN CASSIM TATWAIXA, DECEASED. Tin-, undersigned have been instructed to sell by public auction at their312 words
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Advertisement405 1925-07-31 12 LINGUI TIN, LIMITED NOTICE i» hereby given that an application has been made to the Directors of this Company to issue duplicate certified transfer m pluce of the one which is alleged to be lost Certified Transfer dated April 22, 1924, for 700 8 per cent. Cumulative Preference Shares of405 words
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Advertisement78 1925-07-31 12 BERNA STERILIZED MILK None better Berna Milk users are Quality Choosers Sole Agents DUPIRE BROTHERS. r" "L/ik, f L^T^t^k The 11. i h.p. English-Body four- *^1 JaM_^L sealer is comfortable, roomy and f\~" T"^ complete m every sense. KquipSTn»^"&3lFF¥^Z^^^ V l^r^Jl ment includes Comfort Tyres. C^y^^S^i H^H I JW^^^X: I'oldin.u78 words
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Advertisement128 1925-07-31 13 SEA-GULL" BRAND DANISH MILK SUPERIOR IN QUA: ITY i^Spg-j^gS^f SWEETENED and UNSWEbTENKD ra^^^^^S STERILIZED NATURAL ("CHOP BURONG") ALSO BY THE CASE, FROM Role Importers The East Asiatic Co., Ltd. (Incorporated m Denmark.) SINGAPORE JUjyJ 60 LIFTS SUPPLIED Cold Storage is made from pure cream m a spotless factory where every128 words
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Advertisement518 1925-07-31 13 Give a long satisfactory service, unexcelled by any othor battery at any price. EASTERN AUTO CO. 5a Orchard Road SINGAPORE Columbia Storage Batteries LAW UNION AND ROCK INSURANCE CO., LTD., LONDON. Assets over £11.000.000. FIRE INSURANCE. STANDARD MARINE INSURANCE CO., LTD., LIVERPOOL. Assets over £1.300,000. MARINE INSURANCE. JAEGER CO., Agents.518 words
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Advertisement2134 1925-07-31 13 A good opportunity for sound :ind |;r'>li';il>lo investment m land and house properties not lo be missed by enterprising capitalists. ESTATE OF SHAIK ABOOBAKAR BIN MOHAMED LAJAM, DECEASED IMPORTANT FOUR DAYS' AUCTION SALE ■if very valuable freehold and leasehold Singapore Town barfßMt prrmi»r«, residential and country properties At Mews. CHEONG2,134 words
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Advertisement891 1925-07-31 14 CHEONG KOONSENt CO. IMPORTANT AUCTION SALE of variable Singapore town and country Properties. A'. Motor*. Throng Koon Seng Co's sale- room, No. 30, Chulia Street, on Wednesday, August 5, at 2.M p.m. Valuable freehold land and com- mind house known as No. 32, Joo Chiat Koad off East Const Road,891 words
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Advertisement576 1925-07-31 14 SALE OF MINING LAND Pursuant of an order made by the Collector of Land Revenues Kinta, at the instance of Cadawalader Morgan Van Cuylenberg of Singapore, the Chargee under and by virtue of Charge No. 26 of 1921, the undermentioned Mining Lands and Sub-leases, the property of THE SELIBIN TIN576 words
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Advertisement546 1925-07-31 14 GECOPHONE osram OSRAM KINARKO ROBERTSON NOTICE is hereby given that tbe trade marks consisting of the words GECOPHONE, OSRAM osram, KINARKO, an HOBERToUnI a. depicted above are the exclusive property of the General Electric Company, Ltd., of Magnet HOWM, klngawmjr, London, W.C. 2, England. GECOPHONE is used by the said546 words
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Advertisement413 1925-07-31 14 THE KALLANG ICE WORK, SINGAPORE. THE ATLASICE CO., LTD., MALACCANOTICE is hereby given that the partnership business of ice manufacturers and merchants formerly carried on by Messrs. Chee Swee Cheng, Johannes Bartholomew Westcrhout. Tan Chew Kirn, Seah Eng Kun and the late Mr. Lee Choon Guan under the firm name413 words
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Advertisement404 1925-07-31 14 THE MINIMUM OF SAFETY FOR A MARRIED MAN. It has been decided, by those who have made a careful study of the subject, that a married man should always be m a position to leave his family m the event of his death an amount equal to at least THREE404 words
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Article615 1925-07-31 15 Prospect us Figures Planted Area. The statutory meeting of Sungkap Para Plantations, Ltd., *vas held on June 30 at the offices of the company, 65, Londonv.all, E.C., Mr. H. L. Coghlan presiding. The Chairman said Gentlemen.— This is puruly a formal meeting tailed to comply with the Companies615 words
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Article229 1925-07-31 15 Government Blamed for Delay In Construction. In the course of the House of Commons debate on the Post Office estimates, the Labour ex-Postmaster, Mr.Vernon Hart-! shorn, taxed the Government with lacking in energy in the completion of the Im- penal Wireless system. Lord Wolraer assured the House that'229 words
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Article82 1925-07-31 15 Programme of drills up to and for August 3, 1925. Friday, July 31, 5.15 p.m., Drill Hall, Band Practice, 5.15 p.m., Drill Hall, Chinese Company, Camp at Siglap. Buses leave Drill Hall at 5.30 p.m. Saturday, Aufrust 1, 2.30 p.m., Bukit Timah Range, AH Units, Bisley Meeting.82 words
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55 1925-07-31 15 Orders for week ending July 31. 1925. Friday, July 31.— Parade at Headquarters at 5.15 p.m. All Scouts going to Camp must attend this Parade. Uniform not required. Saturday, August I.— Rally at Government House. Parade at back of V.M.C.A. at ,4 p.m.55 words
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Advertisement153 1925-07-31 15 14 H.P CAR The New 1925 Model has Arrived Making this Car without exception. The finest value for money m this market. Price $3,175 MALAYAN MOTORS (Proprietors WEARNE BROS., LTD.) 11-22 HJP. HE&TV9 %JL^ wLfe)HIJUr 1 TWO SEATER $2,375 FOUR SEATER $2,450 We give free of charge an Insurance Policy153 words
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Advertisement210 1925-07-31 15 A Remarkable Advance In Balloon Tyre Materials. •SUPERTWIST" is unmistakably itself. It supplies one more power:.n impressive advance m tyre ful reason for insisting on Goodyear materials. It is a balanced cord Tyres, for SUPERTWIST is an material of great endurance, having exclusive Goodyear Development. the important advantage of much210 words
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Advertisement285 1925-07-31 16 EUGENE RIMMEL LTD LONDON and PARIS. Perfaaers by Appolatmeut to H.M. Queen Alexandra and to H.M. The King of Spain. toilet Vinegar ESPECIALLY SUITABLE FOR HOT CLIMATES M LAVENDER |S| WATER ■ttftal Rimmel'a Celebrated Lst■UsyfcJ ender Water m all siiea is^a is known the world over. ""Obtainable from all leading285 words
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Advertisement315 1925-07-31 16 BEST SOFT SOAP IN CWT. DRUMS LOWEST PRICE. LEE KIM SOO 20, HIGH STREET, SINGAPORE. TWO PRACTICAL BOOKS EASIER GOLF By JACK WHITE. with 51 Action I'hotogrsphs. An entirely oricinnl treatise by one of Hie greatest golfers and an scknowledged expert teacher of the game. Mr. Jack White gives many315 words
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Advertisement868 1925-07-31 16 ADVERTISEMENTS The PREPAID charges for Wants, For Sale, To Let, etc.. In ordinary eloss set type (sverage six words to line) are Per line One insertion 28 cents, two ins. 46 eta., three ins. 64 cts., four ins. 82 cents, rive ins. $1.00, six ins. $1.13, ten ins. $1.40, twelve868 words
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Advertisement660 1925-07-31 16 JjAND AND HOUSES TO LET, 25-1, Cairnhill Road. Apply within. WANTEbrFUKNISHED BUNGALOwTcIose to sea. Particulars to Health, c/o S. Times. "COMFORTABLY. HOUSE TO LET, at 62, King's Roail, water and electric light. Entry August 1. Apply I'uthrie Co., Ltd. TO LET, bungalow No. 21, Mount Rosie Rouil. Garage Munic pal660 words
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Advertisement157 1925-07-31 16 "THE GIFT SHOP" FOR WEDDING PRESENTS NOT the usualCatalogue Selection, Butter Dish, or Decanter BUT Delightful— Useful— "Things Beautiful" Every thing Different Quality Best Hade YET! PRICE-RIGHT The Bloomer is on you if you don't decide AT PrankeiA yiCTORIA STREET. 1 i I. j FOR HIRE AT REDUCED RATES. PROMPT157 words
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Advertisement349 1925-07-31 16 MEDICAL BOOKS A HANDBOOK OF MIDWIFERY f<ir Midwivex, .Maternily Ni;r>CM a'»d (llmtt-lric DnMCTB, I)V CoMjrM IWrkeKy. With rolour front ipitce- and 74 illustrations m the Text 4.40 A COMPLETE HANDUOOK OF MIDWIFERY, for Midwive*, and Nurses, by J. ii. Watson. M.D., Kdin. With over 150 illustrations 4,j# A HANDBOOK FOR349 words
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