Singapore, Feb, 14.
"The construction of the Naval Base in Singapore is the symbol of the Empire's powerful resolve for peace and has been marked by a spirit of generous ce-operation for the purpose of mutual defence." These words form part of a telegram received to-day from the King by Sir Shenton Thomas, the Governor of the Straits Settlement.
The King in his telegram thanks Sir Shenton Thomas for the messages conveyed to him from Singapore and emphasizes his appreciation of the sentiments expressed in them.
These messages assured His Majesty of the pride with which the people of Malaya had learned of the association of their country with the Kings name and of their abiding loyalty to the throne. The great Singapore graving dock was named the "King George VI Dock."
The King has also telegraphed his best wishes to the many distinguished representatives present at the ceremony.
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The Japanese patrol immediately swung round into Vu Ya Ching Road, marched down it as far as Peking Road, into which they turned and eventually made their way into Hong-
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