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The Siam Observer

First English-language newspaper in Thailand (1893–1933) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Siam Observer was the first English-language daily newspaper in Thailand when it was published on 1 August 1893 .[1] It was founded by Mr. W. A. G. Tilleke and Mr. G. W. Ward.[2] As of January 1906 and May 1918, its offices were located on the Oriental Avenue.[3][4] It ceased publication in early 1933 due to financial reasons.[5][6][7]

TypeDaily (except Sunday) newspaper
Founded1 August 1893
Ceased publication
1933
LanguageEnglish
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The Siam Observer
11 January 1916 issue of The Siam Observer
TypeDaily (except Sunday) newspaper
Founded1 August 1893
Ceased publication
1933
LanguageEnglish
HeadquartersBangkok, Thailand
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A weekly edition entitled The Siam Weekly Mail for subscribers abroad was also published.[8][9]

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