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Succession to the Perak Sultanate

Succession in the Perak Sultanate follows a unique and complex system based on seniority and rotating titles among royal family members. Rather than direct inheritance from father to son, the system promotes individuals through a ranked structure, with each title serving as a step toward the throne. This method helps maintain balance and tradition within the royal court while ensuring experienced leadership.

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Tomb of 'The King of Brunei' in Nanking

Sultan Abdul Majid Hassan of Brunei, also known as the King of Boni, died in 1408 while visiting the Ming court in Nanjing. Honoring his wish to be buried in China, the Yongle Emperor arranged a royal funeral and had him interred at Shizi Hill, just outside the southern gate of the city. The tomb, forgotten for centuries, was rediscovered in 1958 and is now part of a scenic area that includes a Brunei-style park and the China-Brunei Friendship Hall. This site reflects the deep historical ties between Brunei and China, dating back to early diplomatic exchanges and cultural connections.

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The Changing Pakpak Batak

Pakpak Batak communities in North Sumatra have been navigating cultural shifts influenced by modernization, migration, and changing religious identities. While many still uphold traditional customs and social structures, younger generations are increasingly blending these with contemporary lifestyles. This balance between preserving heritage and adapting to new influences reflects the community's resilience and evolving identity.

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The Hervey Malay Collection in the Wellcome Institute

The Hervey Malay Collection at the Wellcome Institute holds a wide range of materials on Malay culture, gathered by D.F.A. Hervey in the early 20th century. It includes manuscripts, dictionaries, and notes on customs and medicinal plants from regions like Pahang, Terengganu, and Negeri Sembilan. The collection offers valuable insights into local traditions, especially Adat Perpatih, and reflects colonial-era efforts to document and understand Malay society. Researchers have found it useful for studying the intersection of language, law, and culture in the Malay world.

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The Journey to the East 17th and 18th century German travel books as sources of study

German travel books from the 17th and 18th centuries offer valuable insights into how Europeans viewed the East, including Southeast Asia. These writings reflect curiosity, misunderstandings, and sometimes admiration for local cultures, while also revealing the mindset of early European travelers. As historical sources, they help trace changing ideas and impressions shaped by trade, religion, and exploration.

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The Guillemard-Maxwell Power Struggle, 1921-1925

A power struggle between Governor Guillemard and Chief Secretary Maxwell shaped British Malaya's administration between 1921 and 1925. The conflict was marked by clashing views on governance, leadership style, and control over policy decisions. Their rivalry exposed deeper issues within the colonial system and influenced the direction of political and administrative reforms during that time.

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Trade and Statecraft in the Western Archipelago at the Dawn of the European Age

Trade and politics in the western part of the Malay Archipelago are explored during the early European arrival. The article shows how local rulers managed commerce, alliances, and rivalries, balancing traditional practices with new pressures from European powers seeking control over the spice trade.

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Law and the Adat Perpateh: a problem from Jelebu

The article looks at a legal issue in Jelebu involving Adat Perpateh, a matrilineal custom practiced by the Minangkabau. It highlights the tension between traditional adat laws and modern legal systems, showing how local customs still play a strong role in community life and conflict resolution.

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A new reconstruction of the palace of Sultan Mansur Shah of Malacca

A fresh reconstruction of Sultan Mansur Shah’s palace in Malacca offers new insights into Malay royal architecture and historical design. Based on archaeological findings and historical records, the study gives a clearer picture of the palace’s layout, structure, and cultural importance during the height of the Malacca Sultanate.

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Rawa and Rinchi: a further Note

Rawa and Rinchi are explored as distinct ethnic groups with unique cultural traits, languages, and histories. The note provides more details about their origins, migration patterns, and traditional customs, showing how they have maintained their identity while interacting with neighboring communities. It also highlights their place within the wider ethnic and social landscape of the region.

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The Excavation of the Megalithic Alignment at Kampong Ipoh, Tampin, Negeri Sembilan: A Note

The excavation at Kampong Ipoh in Negeri Sembilan uncovered a row of ancient megalithic stones, giving insight into prehistoric rituals and community life in the area. The findings help us understand the region’s early history and how people used these monuments.

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English-Language Fiction relating to Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei: A Check List

A checklist of English-language fiction linked to Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei is presented, covering works by both local and foreign writers. It serves as a useful guide for those interested in how these countries have been portrayed through novels and short stories over time.

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Nora Chatri in Kedah, a Preliminary Report

Nora Chatri in Kedah is explored as a traditional dance-drama with deep roots in local culture and ritual. The report gives an early look at its performance style, stories, and social role, showing how it remains an important part of Kedah’s cultural heritage.

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Peranakan Chinese in Northeast Kelantan

This article looks at the Peranakan Chinese community in Northeast Kelantan, showing how they blended Chinese and Malay traditions in daily life. It highlights their unique culture, language, and social roles, as well as how they maintained their identity while adapting to local customs.

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Raden Saleh, Dipanagara and the painting of the capture of Dipanagara at Magelang

This article explores the famous painting of Prince Dipanagara’s capture by Raden Saleh, showing how the artwork reflects both resistance to colonial rule and the artist’s personal perspective. It contrasts with Dutch versions of the event, offering a more emotional and nationalistic view of Indonesian history.

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The word Kongsi: a Note

This short piece explains the meaning and use of the word "Kongsi," which refers to Chinese partnerships or associations, especially in Southeast Asia. It highlights how the term was linked to trade, community support, and even self-governing groups among Chinese migrants.

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The Interpretation of a Sanskrit Inscription in the ancient Brunei Script

This study looks at a Sanskrit inscription written in ancient Brunei script, offering clues about early cultural and religious influences in the region. By decoding the text, the research shows connections between Brunei and wider Indian traditions, highlighting the area's role in regional trade and spiritual exchange.

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Images of Malaya in the Stories of Sir Hugh Clifford

Sir Hugh Clifford’s stories paint a picture of Malaya during British colonial times, focusing on village life, local customs, and the relationship between the British and Malays. His writing reflects both admiration and a colonial mindset, giving insight into how Malaya was seen through a British lens in the early 20th century.

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Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century Chinese Accounts of the Malay Peninsula

Chinese writings from the 18th and 19th centuries describe the Malay Peninsula as a place full of trade, different cultures, and natural resources. These accounts show how Chinese travelers and officials viewed the region, focusing on its people, goods, and importance for sea routes. They help us see how China understood and connected with Southeast Asia during that time.

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Ahmat Majanu's Tombstone at Pengkalan Kempas and its Kawi Inscription

Ahmat Majanu’s tombstone at Pengkalan Kempas is very old and special. It has writing in two scripts which is Jawi and Kawi which shows a mix of Islamic and older local cultures. The tomb belongs to a man named Sheikh Ahmad Majnun, and the writing tells stories about his life and death. It helps us learn about Malaysia’s past and different traditions.

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The Hakkas

The Hakkas is about a group of Chinese people called the Hakka. They moved a lot and settled in different places, including Malaysia. The book talks about their hard work, strong spirit, and how they kept their own language and culture. It also shows how the Hakkas helped build the places where they lived.

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Sandakan 1879-1979

Sandakan is a town in Sabah, Malaysia. It tells how the town started, grew, and changed over a century or approximately 100 years. Sandakan was important for trade, especially timber, and many people from different places came to live there. The book also talks about hard times, like wars, and how the town rebuilt itself.

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A Missionary Source for a Biography of Munshi Abdullah

A special letter was written by a missionary who knew Munshi Abdullah personally. He quoted that Munshi Abdullah was a smart man who loved reading and writing. The letter helps us learn more about his life, thoughts, and how he worked with people like the missionaries. It gives us a closer look at who he really was.

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Baba Malay Dialect

The Baba Malay dialect is a special way of speaking used by the Baba Nyonya people, who are part Chinese and part Malay. It mixes Malay, Chinese, and a little bit of English. This dialect started a long time ago when Chinese people came to live in Malaysia and married local Malays. It’s a fun and unique language that shows their mixed culture.

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Notes on the Origin and Development of NAUBAT

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Notes Relating to Admiral Cheng Ho's Expeditions

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Singapore's Pauper and Tan Tock Seng Hospitals. Part Two.

It appeared that there was a conflict between the hospital and the colonial government. The colonial government refused to help the hospital when they were caught in debt despite the hospital serves the colonial needs apart from the poor Chinese communities in Singapore.

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Sir Hugh Clifford's Early Career

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The Pak Pandir Cycle of Tales

Pak Pandir is a literary adaption that first appeared in the Cherita Jenaka in 1908, produced by a Malay writer in the palace tradition. The story has been passed down through generations and became a folklore. There are various version of the story in text version, overshadowed the original version which is the oral version.

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Ngaju-Bajau significant early term usages in Southeast Asia

Discussed the misinterpreted usage of the term "Bajau". The term does not only represent an ethnic in Sabah, but its also the name of a river. Bajau represents a vast ethnic in the Borneo Island, not limited to one ethnicity.

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The Early Adat Constitution of Negri Sembilan (1773-1824)

The article by M.B. Hooker discusses the early adat (traditional law) constitution of Negri Sembilan from 1773-1824, examining the emergence of a centralized state, the roles of matrilineal and patrilineal descent in society, and how patrilineal principles were imposed on the matrilineal system.

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A Review of Developments Prior to the Establishment of the Drainage and Irrigation Department

The article by D.E. Short and James C. Jackson reviews the development of irrigation policies in Malaya before the establishment of the Drainage and Irrigation Department, highlighting the significant investments in irrigation projects and the shift from single-cropping to double-cropping in rice production.

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Gold-foil Burial Amulets in Bali, Philippines and Borneo

The article by Stanley J. O'Connor and Tom Harrisson explores the practice of placing gold-foil amulets in burials across Bali, the Philippines, and Borneo, highlighting the cultural significance and possible influences of this tradition.

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Some Observations on the Malay Sha'ir

The article by Amin Sweeney examines an old Malay sha'ir (poem) inscribed on a cannon, correcting previous transcription errors and discussing its structure and historical significance.

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The Diary of Lt. W. G. A. Fielding

The article by C. Skinner details the British-Indian invasion of Java in 1811, focusing on the experiences of Lt. W. G. A. Fielding, who documented the campaign in his diary, highlighting the significant figures involved and the expedition's notable aspects.

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Sungei Ujong

The article by J. M. Gullick looks into the origins and historical meaning of the name "Sungei Ujong." It discusses how the name might have changed over time and its connections to places like Seremban and Cape Rachado. The article also mentions a local legend about the name's origin.

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Srivijaya, Yava and Kataha

The article by Ir. J. L. Moens looks at old historical and geographical records to identify early sea powers in the indian Archipelago, focusing on Srivijaya, Java, and Kataha, using Chinese and Arabian Sources.

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Miscellaneous archaeological discoveries

The article by Alastair Lamb discusses the tradition of publishing brief preliminary reports on archaeological discoveries, focusing on the findings at the Kuala Selinsing site near Taiping, Perak, including a lost gold ring and surface collections of beads of stone and glass.

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Some Old Penang Tombstones

The article by Christopher and John Bastin documents the inscriptions from old tombstones in Penang's Protestant Cemetery and important tablets in St. George's Church, providing valuable biographical information about Penang's early governors, officials, and leading citizens.

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Temer Names

The article by Rodney Needham explores the use of death-names among the Penan people of middle Borneo, which are names assumed upon the death of close relatives and are based on the birth order of children, discussing the possibility of a similar system among the Temer people of Perak.

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The Relinquishment by the United states of Extraterritoriality in Siam

The article by Victor Purcell examines the historical context and reasons behind the United States relinquishing its extraterritorial rights in Siam, highlighting the delay from 1909 to 1920 and comparing it to Britain's earlier actions influenced by the rise of nationalism in the Far East.

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Notes on Satingphra

The article by Alastair Lamb details his exploratory visits to various archaeological sites in South Thailand since 1960, emphasizing the region's significance for understanding the early history of Malaya and the need for more comprehensive documentation and preservation of its antiquities.

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Two Imperialists : A Study of Sir Frank Swettenham and Sir Hugh Clifford

The article by J. de V. Allen explores the roles of Sir Frank Swettenham and Sir Hugh Clifford in the Malay States, highlighting their unique positions as early British Residents who blended older forms of imperial rule with emerging colonial administration, and their complex relationships with the local populations.

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The Prince of Merchants and The Lion City

The article by Nicholas Tarling examines the influential role of John Palmer, known as the "Prince of Merchants," in British political and commercial affairs, particularly in relation to the British-Dutch negotiations and the acquisition of Singapore, highlighting his extensive correspondence and significant political connections.

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A Visit to Siraf, an ancient port on the Persian Gulf

The article by Alastair Lamb discusses the search for the ancient port town of Kalah, looking at two possible sites in Malaysia and Thailand, both of which have important artifacts that might show they were once major trading hubs.

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Recent Archaeological work in kedah

The article by Alastair Lamb details his archaeological research and observations from multiple visits to Kedah in 1957 and 1958, highlighting the incomplete and inaccurate documentation of sites, and the need for more comprehensive and preserved records of the historical and architectural remains

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Hollow Clay Stand and Censers from Neolithic Malaya, and their western Prototypes

The article by Prince John Lowenstein discusses the discovery of various types of neolithic ceramics, specifically hollow clay stands and censers, at different excavation sites in northern Malaya, highlighting their unique shapes and dimensions.

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Port Weld

The article by M. E. Wayte discusses the geographical and ecological dynamics of the Port Weld area, focusing on the rapid siltation of inshore waters, the growth of mangrove forests, and the impact of these processes on the local river systems and coastline of western Malaya.

George Samuel Windsor Earl

The article by C. A. Gibson-Hull provides a brief biography of George Samuel Windsor Earl, highlighting his early life, career as a sailor, interest in languages, and contributions to translations and publications, despite the lack of detailed information about his early years and family.

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Archery in South East Asia & the Pacific

The article by N. W. Simmonds provides a general survey of primitive archery in the Pacific and Southeast Asia, based on his travels in 1954-55, with a focus on botanical and technological aspects, supplemented by museum and library studies.

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