Wong Kum Seng, Death April 1934, Penang

Mr. Wong Kum Seng, head of the Wong Shi Choong Chhi (Wong Kongsi) died on Friday night last at his residence 82, Cintra Street, after an illness of four months. Deceased was 60 years if age and leaves a widow, three sons, (one in Penang and two in Medan) one son-in-law, one daughter and eight grandchildren. As a mark of respect the Aurora Book Co. was closed on Saturday.//Deceased was of a kindly disposition and had a large number of friends. He had been an Instructor to many Amateur Theatrical Associations, the most notable among which was the Penang Mutual Improvement Association, whose memorable performances throughout Malaya during the period 1910--1916 contributed largely to numerous charitable funds.  Malaya Tribune, 19 April 1934, Page 18