Monday, September 10, 2012

Narayana Pillay, death 21 October 1917, Penang

The death occurred on Sunday, of Mr Narayana Pillay, at the age of 85 years. Deceased was a leading figure among the Hundu community of Penang, and was one of the oldest Indian pioneers. He came to Penang when a young man, The funeral was very largely attended. [The Straits Times, 24 October 1917, Page 11]

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