New Nation, 20 December 1977
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Title Section20 1977-12-20 1 New Nation SINGAPORE Tuesday, December 20, 1977 No. 2136 Price 25 cents M C. (P) 262/1/77 TUESDAY. DECEMBER 20. 197720 words
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Article685 1977-12-20 1 UPI Reuter AFP Cairo, Tuesday It's not enough that's the Egyptian reaction this morning to the concessions contained in the Israeli peace blueprint. Diplomats here said President Sadat has voiced objections to at least two key proposals disclosed in Washington by Prime Minister Begin: Maintenance ofUPI; Reuter; AFP - 685 words
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Article, Illustration203 1977-12-20 1 Terry Ang - By Terry Ang This Is how Singapore's "n&rco dogs" will work when they go on duty at the Woodlands checkpoint later this month to check drug trafficking. Travellers will be shielded by a specially put-up zinc fence as they troop by for screening by the203 words
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Article, Illustration289 1977-12-20 1 Arabian King buys a gold-plated boat complete with helipad AP Amsterdam. Tuesday Shipyard workers are putting the finishing touches on a US$l2 million ($28.5 million). 04.5-metre luxury yacht being built In the Netherlands (or King Khaled of Saudi Arabia. Among other things, It has three floors, a hellcopterAP - 289 words
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Advertisement53 1977-12-20 1 WIN 15* SENSOR' TOUCH win INSIDE Soccer coach oft to a bad start... -Pago 18 Ordeal of rape victim Page 3 IN THE OTHER PAGES: Moneywords 11; Crossword 16; Comics 17; What's On 19. Stars not received. BLUE NUN... A reflection of siood taste VI, i v- >r vWs If53 words
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Miscellaneous16 1977-12-20 1 Forecast The weather outlook from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. today—lsolated fhowers In the lafte afternoon.16 words
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Article, Illustration360 1977-12-20 2 But Concorde man was stopped at the Premier's door, says agency A senior British Airways executive took a taxi to Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Hussein Onn's house in Kuala Lumpur one night to try and "sort things out directly with him" over360 words
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Article49 1977-12-20 2 The Singapore Institute of Management will hold a three-day lecture on systematic storage planning by Mr Martin J. Stone, a management consultant, at its conference room from Jan 20 to 23 from 9a.m. to 5 p.m. The fee Is $280 for members and $340 for non-members.49 words
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Article108 1977-12-20 2 More than 8000 people have visited the Singapore Science Centre In Jurong within a week of its opening. Weekends, as expected, attracted the biggest crowds. More than 1400 turned up last Sunday and on Dec 11. An official of the centre said the response Is108 words
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Article97 1977-12-20 2 Selective trading ruled at the Singapore Stock Exchange this morning. While most shares traded retained overnight levels or dipped slightly, JCMPH moved up six cents to $1.33. BUSINESS DONE: First Section: C. AND C. (1) 2.59. HAW PAR (2) 0.90'/i. INCHCAPE (2) 2.21. JC-MPH (2) 1.30(2) 1.32 (6)97 words
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Article69 1977-12-20 2 Four men armed with bearing scrapers robbed a tailor and his family of cash and valuables of $1600 at their home yesterday. Mr Kok On was Ironing clothes In his Jalan Batu home at about 8 p.m. when four men rushed In and forced them to lie69 words
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Article258 1977-12-20 2 Jack Chla-MPH has signed an agreement to take over Hotel New Hongkong. it also Intends to acquire major stakes in Apollo Tours and Travel of Hong Kong. The group's latest acquisition was announced yesterday, according to the Business Times. It said Jack ChlaMPH was offered to buy258 words
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Advertisement61 1977-12-20 2 big bird sing-a-long band (BATTERY OPERATED TRANSISTOR RADIO SOUND MIXER) Now at: METRO, C.K. TANG, ROBINSONS Other models available, Cassette Recorders, Radios, Alarm Clock Radios, etc. A CONCEPT 2000 PRODUCT, U.S.A. Imported and distributed by: Singora Trading Pte. Ltd. 1005, Far East Shopping Centre Orchard Road, Singapore 9. Tel: *****661 words
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Advertisement25 1977-12-20 2 Special feature centre paces. SOS It always helps to talk to someone. Samaritans of Singapore exists to help those In despair or suicidal. Ring *****44.25 words
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Article268 1977-12-20 3 Terry Ang - Woman was tied, gagged and had plasters over her eyes By Terry Ang Neighbours of a 31-year-old woman, who told police she was raped in her Buklt Timah Road house, yesterday described how she was found tied, gagged and with plasters over her eyes. The268 words
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Article30 1977-12-20 3 The Singapore Anglican Welfare Council is appealing for donations in cash or kind to help them buy Christmas girts for patients and Inmates of institutions they will visit.30 words
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Article154 1977-12-20 3 Singapore Airlines to tops again this time in the eyes of the British travel trade. It was voted "the airline providing the best service* by readers of Travel News, a business and marketing weekly of the British and Irish travel Industry which claims the largest okcalattin154 words
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Article113 1977-12-20 3 Four competitors shared the lead In the Christmas International Chess Championship after the fourth round played last night at the High Street Centre. Indonesian national chess master Sarwan Olntlng and his compatriots, Tlgor Hutauruk and Peter Mamusang, each scored four straight wins and the only Singaporean113 words
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Article41 1977-12-20 3 Mr Wong Heng Ylk. a part-time lecturer at the University of Singapore, will conduct a 10-lecture course on Practical Food Technology (Fundamental) at the Singapore Polytechnic every Monday and Friday from Jan 8 from 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.41 words
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Article, Illustration323 1977-12-20 3 Judith Hale - But for those tourists who have to walk 250 m with luggage and all it's no funny matter... By Judith Hale Bemused observers call it The Trolley Brigade. But some of the transit passengers at Paya Lebar Airport who have to push their luggage-laden trolleys for323 words
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Article67 1977-12-20 3 Six people were rushed to hospital after they were stung by a swarm of hornets In Kampong Chantek Bahru, off Dunearn Road, yesterday. They were a man In his 60s, an elderly woman, two schoolboys and two Public Health workers. A university arts student John Tan, 22,67 words
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Advertisement36 1977-12-20 3 CONTACT LENS OPHTHALMIC OPTICIAN OPTOMETRIST OPTICIAN Tanglin Shopping Centre, Ground Floor, Singapore 10. Tel: *****1 *****7 LEOW HOCK MIN M.Sc., F.S.M.C., London F.8.0.A. (England) Dip. Opt., F.R.S.H., F.A.A.O. (U.S.A.) (Member of the Singapore Contact Lent Society)36 words
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Advertisement35 1977-12-20 3 U mkm j&'Tjr WG*\+. j I isKlity LT.W •v.# f 42£ #^4» *4.' •far 'i^; v* ft !H a WW w* 9 N I W 252 toL y fj*§fe iH hSHE ®K« I S K35 words
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461 1977-12-20 4 Gerry de Silva - Talks with Aussies for new terms By Gerry de Silva Singapore Is pressing for a price cut In Its long-term sugar contract with Australia. The New Nation learned today that the discussions which have been going on since early this year have still461 words
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Article, Illustration51 1977-12-20 4 The little squaw from Tamplnes. This was how Victoria Photo Studio presented four-year-old Koh LI Tang of Tamplnes Way In the Kodak child portrait of the year contest. Recopled from a colour print, this portrait of LI Tang was among 60 pictures which made It to the51 words
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Article239 1977-12-20 4 ...WITH SOUTH-EAST ASIA Reuter Kuala Lumpur, Tuesday.—West German envoys In South-east Asian and Pacific capitals have discussed possible adjustments to their government's policies to reflect a growing Interest In the region, an embassy spokesman said here yesterday. He said German ambassadors from 11 countries discussed waysReuter - 239 words
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Article35 1977-12-20 4 The Singapore Institute of Management will hold a seven-day course on Industrial health and safety at its conference room every Tuesday and Friday from Jan 10 to 31 from 5 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.35 words
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Article284 1977-12-20 4 Richard Ho - Jurong firm wins Burma deal By Richard Ho A Singapore shipyard is finalising details of a $8 million contract to build 18 vessels for the Burmese government. Marine Builders Pte. Ltd. in jurong is among the 50 yards from several countries which tendered for the284 words
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Article45 1977-12-20 4 The Singapore Institute of Management will hold a course on Telephone Techniques and Courtesies on March 4 and 11 at its conference hall from 9.30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pees are $40 for members and $45 for nonmembers. For more details, ring *****6.45 words
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Article249 1977-12-20 4 The national road safety campaign and the stiff jaywalking laws have not helped In drastically reducing the number of fatal and serious traffic accidents. In June the month the campaign was launched 24 people were killed and 197 seriously injured. The figures for the next249 words
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210 1977-12-20 4 CASE will keep a close watch on Housing Board hawker stalls when their rents go up from next month. CASE executive secretary Ivan Baptist said CASE officers will check the stalls as some hawkers may use the Increased rents as an excuse to raise210 words
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Article28 1977-12-20 4 The Singapore Institute of Management will hold a seven-lecture '•ourse on business law beginning on Feb. 14. Fees are $190 for members and $210 for nonmembers.28 words
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Advertisement39 1977-12-20 4 PR The choicest »cut of U.S. 4 beef, brown and crisp outside, red and juicy inside, so tender it melts in youi mouth. Served with baked jacket potato and fresh tossed green salad. Every lunch time--'' TEL *****8 *****039 words
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Advertisement314 1977-12-20 5 ROBINSON'S AT THE CLIFFORD CENTRE Here at Robinson's, I we have a prestigious selection of gift ideas... that special something for each and everyone. FOR THE MAN IN YOUR LIFE.... a magnificent selection of pure silk ties from Paris, leather belts from Italy. Wallets, cufflinks, sports jackets and"* distinctive silk314 words
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394 1977-12-20 6 UPI and Reuter Tokyo, Tuesday Japanese Prime Minister Takeo Fukuda has told business leaders he could not agree to Immediate liberalisation of farm products imports in the light of Japan's already low food selfsufficiency. Influential b us 1 n ess leaden yesterdayUPI and Reuter - 394 words
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Article28 1977-12-20 6 Damascus, Tuesday Syrian President Hafez Al-Assad has accepted an invitation to visit India at a time still to be fixed, official sources said here yesterday. Reuter.28 words
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Article, Illustration325 1977-12-20 6 Reuter Tokyo, Tuesday Social Democratic leaders meeting in Asia for the first time, yesterday issued a "Tokyo declaration" supporting the global struggle for human rights and calling for the establishment of a new international order to solve economic problems. The declaration Issued atReuter; AP radio picture - 325 words
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207 1977-12-20 6 Reuter Seoul, Tuesday Foreign Minister Park Ton-Jin said yesterday that should the row over Korean influence-buying in Washington adversely affect South Korea's security, the planned withdrawal of US ground troops here should be reconsidered. He said in a speech before a meeting of KoreanReuter - 207 words
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Article129 1977-12-20 6 UPI TODAY is Tuesday, Dec. 20, the 354 th day of 19/7 with 11 to follow. THE MOON is between its first quarter and full phase. THE MORNING STARS are Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. the evening star Is Mercury. Those born on this date are under the signUPI - 129 words
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Article22 1977-12-20 6 D. J - D.J. John Innocent and Benjamtn Jury were found not guilty by a jury at Chelmsford, England, of stealing.— DJ,22 words
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Miscellaneous262 1977-12-20 6 Ah Fook and Mei Lin a J Jh Ah Fook: This house is very well designed Mei Lin: At that price, it must be. Ah Fook: Rumah ini direka dengan cantik Mei Lin: Kalau ikut harganya, semestinyalah FOOTNOTE: Chinese it a tonal language. It hat basically four tones. For example:262 words
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Article399 1977-12-20 7 Iran 'primed* by US to intervene says Senate report UPI Washington, Tuesday The United States has given Iran an "implied assignment" to intervene in Persian Gulf states and must be "exceptionally alert" to a possible Iran-Saudi Arabia conflict, a Senate report asserted yesterday. The SenateUPI - 399 words
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Article166 1977-12-20 7 Reuter London, Tuesday A Church of England bishop has been appointed an official exorcist, whose traditional role is to expel evil forces. The Right Reverend Bernard Markham, 70, a former Bishop of Nassau and the Bahamas, is the first churchman of his rank to hold the officeReuter - 166 words
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Article140 1977-12-20 7 Reuter Ottawa, Tuesday The Canadian go v e rnment yes t e r day announced trade sanctions against South Africa, including the withdrawal of commercial consuls at Johannesburg and Cape Town. External Affairs Minister Don Jamleson told Parliament Canada will also Withdraw all support givenReuter - 140 words
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Article137 1977-12-20 7 Reuter Moscow, Tuesday The Soviet Union yesterday signalled Its support for President Ferdinand Marcos of the Philippines In his attempt to gain a referendum mandate to continue In power and take over as Prime Minister. In an official commentary, the government news agency Tass said theReuter - 137 words
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153 1977-12-20 7 Reuter Moscow, Tuesday. The Soviet Union, the world's largest oil-pro-ducer, yesterday threw its support behind advocates of a new oil price rise by the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). In a commentary, the government news agency Tass accused the United States ofReuter - 153 words
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Article228 1977-12-20 7 AFP Geneva, Tuesday Four babies are born each second to add to the world population of 4200 million, United Nations statistics showed here yesterday. The world population will swell next year by 83 million people, which is equivalent to the combined populations of France, Belgium, theAFP - 228 words
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Advertisement75 1977-12-20 7 ABBOTT LABORATORIES (S) PTE. LTD T V. por* MaU»Ui KtALTH CARE WORLDWIDE IF YOU CAN'T STOP SMOKING... ACT ZACT LION DENTAL CREAM effectively removes tobacco tar and nicotine which stain the teeth. Its savoury mint flavour refreshes the mouth and leaves a cool, pleasant after-taste. Get a pack of ZACT,75 words
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Article427 1977-12-20 8 Philippine President Marcos' referendum victory over the weekend is less significant than the reasons why he continues to submit himself to popularity tests more than five years after he declared martial law. No-one expected the 27 million voters to give no as the answer to the427 words
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WHISPERS By ISPY
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Article43 1977-12-20 8 A recent report on world population frowth observed that here are six places In the world where population growth Is zero. And one of the six Is the Vatican City. Can they still sniff at the rhythm and ovulation methods?43 words
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Article43 1977-12-20 8 Still on family planing, did you see the advertlsment In yesterday's Straits Times for the movie. The 14. who, said the ad, "will tell you why two Is enough." At least It's more entertaining aa a message than TV slides!43 words
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398 1977-12-20 8 Reuter Paris: The growing number of people who go straight from school into the ranks of the unemployed could be cut back if they were trained in a greater variety of skills to begin with. This Is one of the conclusions in a reportReuter - 398 words
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Article358 1977-12-20 8 VOICE OF THE PRESS L NEW STRAITS TIMES Headline: From A to Z. It is very likely that as more and more children take advantage of the Increasing opportunities in education the problem of dropouts will grow larger, if only because greater enrolment must mean a corresponding358 words
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Article162 1977-12-20 8 Hon? Kong: Nigeria's representative here has warned Hong Kong companies that they could be blacklisted for trading with South Africa. Acting Nigerian commissioner Mohammed Jekada told the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce "Nigeria has recently established an economic intelligence unit to blacklist companies collaborating with South162 words
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Miscellaneous28 1977-12-20 8 poors'' HAD 71 BE SHOWN Oti T.V AT THIS f(MF of YEAR J j 1 J ,i. I L i i_J_ t t 4.: *2 fr r i'lt' >&•/28 words
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Article, Illustration318 1977-12-20 9 AFP Lisbon, Tuesday A survivor of the Swiss Jet crash .asserted yesterday that after the plane hit t.he water, surviving passengers were unable to put on life jackets "which were in plastic bags and which required someone to help the survivors open them withAFP; UPI radio picture - 318 words
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248 1977-12-20 9 AP Washington, Tuesday President Carter's pilgrimage to six overseas capitals in nine days signals a significant shift in US foreign policy away from preoccupation with the Soviet Union and towards greater concentration on major Third World nations in Asia, Africa and Latin America,AP - 248 words
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125 1977-12-20 9 Reuter Nouakchott, Tuesday— Pollsarlo guerillas carried out another attack against Maurltanlan forces on Sunday and 82 guerillas and 30 Maurltanlan troops died In the fighting, official sources said yesterday. The sources added that Moroccan and not French planes had intervened against a Pollsarlo column duringReuter - 125 words
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Article127 1977-12-20 9 AP Canberra, Tuesday Australia's newest government minister said yesterday he would like to see apartheid, the system of racial separation practised in South Africa, Introduced in Australia. Senator Olenlster Shell, a National Country Party senator from Queensland, praised the South African system In a recent interview. He hasAP - 127 words
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Article, Illustration134 1977-12-20 9 Reuter Los Angeles, TuesdayLos Angeles film critics named this year's top box office hit Star Wars best picture of the year In awards announced yesterday. Richard Dreyfuss was voted best actor for his role in the Nell Simon comedy The Goodbye Girl and ShelleyReuter - 134 words
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Article76 1977-12-20 9 Reuter Teheran. Tnesday—A senior official In the Boy Scouts was sentenced to death for spying here yesterday. All Naql RabbanL a Boy Scoot movement official who worked in the Education Ministry, was convicted by a military court of spying over <a period of 30 years whileReuter - 76 words
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Article, Illustration830 1977-12-20 10 / 11 Gloria Chandy - The Science Centre is one museum where you can play with the exhibits Words: Gloria Chandy I had never Riven much thought to what the Singapore Science Centre could offer me, until I wan assigned to do this story. Being to tally fords n to the rabjectPictures: Philip Lim - 830 words
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Advertisement25 1977-12-20 10 / 11 Mip: ■A. mm. plus values Unparalleled Reliability With High Performance, Low Energy Chassis •Electronic Sensor Touch Tuning System Direct Beam, One Gun System SHARP lim§trnM+plus25 words
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Miscellaneous594 1977-12-20 10 / 11 n5! FL-2 Cut out and pin with other coupons. Posting instructions appear below Name (Mr./Mrs./Miss) Address. Fill in. missing letters across using clues below. N R.I.C. No. plusa3s scm(l4") ASHARPi L Colour TV A Cut along dotted lines i CLUES FOR FL-2 1. It it performed by a tingle mutician594 words
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Article, Illustration253 1977-12-20 12 Jennifer Schoon - By Jennifer Schoon Face up to Christmas In glittering style. Forget your conventional makeup and instead try out these crazy but stunning suggestions. If you haven't come up with a way to make a grand entrance Into that Christmas ball, these llts up faces will certainly253 words
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Article378 1977-12-20 12 Graig Clairborne - Graig Clairborne NEW YORK: When an Individual dines, he brings to the table an assortment of senses, other than taste, that bear directly on how intensely he enjoys his food. There is the sense of smell, of course. And adults as well as children take pleasure378 words
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Advertisement82 1977-12-20 12 t' fc <*>■ i! w )l il( f;) for q :ity c if If TlOf X Is jfpl Sl' 11 I>l MIW Ci 1 t Tangi.n «■"('<> Singapt if#* V 1 tr D'd'ic'i t Oriir.n n u ,i(ii."q t +*A MODEL XF-22 CAMERA The Instant Load Pocket Camera is build82 words
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Article696 1977-12-20 13 —Becky - SOAP BOX —Becky There Is an old game currently in vogue. It is called After Everything I Did For You, sometimes known as The Sacrifices You Made Me Make. A corollary of this is, of course, All The Chances I Missed Because Of You. It is really696 words
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Article433 1977-12-20 13 Tf Doc's Casebook Mrs W. writes, "I have a problem with my mother. She insists on overfeeding my baby believing in the old saying that chubby babies are he a 1 t ny babies. While not wanting to hurt my mother's feelings, I also do not433 words
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Article, Illustration305 1977-12-20 13 Jennifer Schoon - GIRL-TALK by Jennifer Schoon Beauty packaged beautifully, that's Estee Lauder's theme for this season. To carry it through, she's come up with really beautiful floral print paper and Imaginative containers tc hold her goodies. Take for example EL's beautiful blue-and-whlte ceramic ginger Jar305 words
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Advertisement231 1977-12-20 13 > auy where and her team of London- and locally-trained hairstylists Willi*, Victor, Susan, Lily, Sandy and Janat attend you BEAUTIBOB 349/350 2nd Fir Shaw Centre, Scotte Road, Singapore 9. Tel: *****39, *****13. Business Hours: Weekdays 4 Saturdays 9a.m.-6p.m. Sundays f r managed by c Jkkrf)(oo where 'xiMmxKoo and Kalvin,231 words
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Advertisement192 1977-12-20 14 WORLD HEALTH IRGANISATION Confirmed Cockroaches can carry V Cancer, Cholera, Typhoid, Food-poisoning, Pneumonia, Plague, 40 others (WH.O.7VBC *****) tii H. Controls COCKROACHES mosquitoes,smell,noisy drainage flow,chokages, dropped articles for 24 hours daily for years (Nojnsecticides& traps needed) JNP INTERNATIONAL /A PTE LTD. Jf\ I 81K6,311, Syed Alwi Rd y Singapore 8.192 words
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Advertisement122 1977-12-20 14 ELECTRONIC ALL SOLID STATE DOTAL CLOCK FOR ALLPURPOSES FUJICON Beautiful digital character of all sizes 100% soundless, no moving parts at all Luminous display can be seen under all conditions Accuracy up to few seconds Suitable for poster, table, furniture.wall.vehicle etc. ENQUIRIES FOR OVERSEAS EXPORT WELCOME. POLYTRON ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE (PTE)122 words
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Advertisement135 1977-12-20 14 SPECIALISE SPORT GOODS AVAILABLE ADMIRAL JERSEY For Your Sports Items Call Or Visit SPORTS CENTRE 137-1, lt». Floor, Quaonawoy Shopping Centra, TEL: *****5. OR A.K. CENTRE. 103, Quoonswoy ShoppingContra, TIL: 6273*4. ALEXANDRA ROAD, S'PORi. 3. TNE FIRST FURNITURE CENTRE Km MO LATEST MODEL FOR MARRIED COUPLE A SPECIAL GIFT IS135 words
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Advertisement257 1977-12-20 14 $85-57 70 per foot run (30.5 cm) The kitchen a place worthy of a proper decoration scheme. This new improved design of kitchen cabinet incorporates a twin shelf swing unit. TACON Polyester post-form table tops. A convenient and neat set up with plenty of room to work in. Range of257 words
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Article375 1977-12-20 14 A twice weekly advertisement feature If you have been hunting for something pretty to decorate a bare wall recently, you would probably have noticed those little clock faces on poster or picture frames. Enterprising manufacturers, ever eager to please and always trying hard to sense buyers' tastes and needs,375 words
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Article281 1977-12-20 15 UPI AFP London, Tuesday—The American dollar hit new lows yesterday and a Swiss dealer said they saw "nothing... that could possloly prevent" It from sliding further. Gold closed 70 cents lower In Zurich at US$160,125 an ounce and unchanged In London at US$160,375. The dollar fell in FrankfurtUPI; AFP - 281 words
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332 1977-12-20 15 AFP Reuter Hong Kong, Tuesday Textile Asia, a regional magazine for the industry, in its latest issue calls for self protection against the adverse effects of EEC protectionism. The magazine urged Hong Kong textile Industrialists to unite and consider ways and means to counterAFP; Reuter - 332 words
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360 1977-12-20 15 r Business News and Views J A Reuter Brussels, Tuesday The Common Market Commission yest e r d a y unveiled a plan of immediate measures to meet member states' demands to stop cutprice steel entering the community, EEC officials said.Reuter - 360 words
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Article212 1977-12-20 15 Stocks moved lower yesterday with little In the news background to Inspire them heavily In either direction. Turnover was fairly active. The Dow Jones Industrial average, which lost fractionally in trading last week, dropped 7.37 to 807.95. Its decline accelerated near the close. The steel Industry provided somewhat212 words
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Article32 1977-12-20 15 UPI Dow Jones closing averages on the NYSE yesterday: 30 industrial 807.96 (off 7.37); 20 transport 212.80 (off 1.48); 16 utilities 110.88 (off 0.4(f); 66 stock 281.08 (off 2.09). DPI.UPI - 32 words
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Article153 1977-12-20 15 AFP Share prices on the stock market advanced further here yesterday reflecting a wave of buying, triggered by the govdecision to adopt a massive reflatlonary budget for next fiscal year. Tne dow Indicator recovered the 4.900 yen mark in relatively active, trading. Tne 225-stock Dow Jones average, wnich roseAFP - 153 words
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Article74 1977-12-20 15 Closing price* In franca on the Pans ttouise yesterday; Pari baa li>S 50 —1 Fonder unavailable Prlntenpa unavailable Bull 24.20 —0.40 Royal Dutch 270.20 —1.60 Mlchelta 1124 —24 C P B 252.60 —3.30 Thomson 128 —2.20 C P P MJO —1.70 Rhone 63 —3.60 Air 242.60 —3.60 B 874 words
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Advertisement87 1977-12-20 15 Entrust your vision to us. For hard and soft contact lenses, consult: ALPHA OPTICS CONTACT LENS CENTRE Head Office: 163, Orchard Road, Singapore 9. Tel: *****7. Branch: Basement 12, Hong Leong Building, 16, Raffles Quay, Singapore 1. Tel: *****94. heofth accessories 2, It has been shown empirically that magnetism produces87 words
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Article, Illustration402 1977-12-20 16 Inheritor made the running and was first into the straight, with Antasena closing In. Next came Dltton Wood. Starting his run at the top of the straight Antasena hit the front at the distance, and ran on gamely to hold Stuart's Cavalier led402 words
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288 1977-12-20 16 a On the track By FAIRWAY Kuala Lumpur, Tuesday Warlike Guesture did a dashing gallop in good going here this morning. With Abdul Razak astride the Burgees Point five-year-old was never extended when he reeled off 600m In 39 seconds. Warlike Gesture has been runningBy FAIRWAY - 288 words
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Advertisement677 1977-12-20 16 ADS AT YOUR SERVICE Telephone Service: Weekdays 8.30 a.m. 5.00 p.m. Saturdays 8.30 a.m. 3.00 p.m. Public Holidays 9.00 a.m. 1.00 p.m. Counter Service Regular office hours Ansafone Service After office hours C.A.T.S. a3f-6677 [fflli'li i HW HUMPTY OUMPTY OFFERS for hire: Swing slides, merry-to-round, chairs, tables for children's Christmas677 words
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Miscellaneous247 1977-12-20 16 r Crossword 10 Romantic runaways 11 Distant galaxies 12 Deeply felt 13 Youngsters 15 Antiestablishment ones 17 Trip adviser 22 Markets 23 Aplomb 25 Sign lights 26 Sweet liqueur 28 Bad points 29 Cove of the sea 31 Points of departure 32 Electronic echo devices 33 Cordial flavoring 34 Sour247 words
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Article264 1977-12-20 17 GERRY CHAN - By GERRY CHAN Players are up-in-arms over the Singapore Badminton Association's decision to suspend training for the next three months until next April. The surprise announcement, made last week, has dashed the hopes of several national trainees who were looking forward to participating In next264 words
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Article, Illustration111 1977-12-20 17 Yes, It's Chee Bww Lee oat in the publle eye again! Her hair's longer now bat ghe ■till looks slim and strong and cheerful. Oar Asian Games 400 m women's record holder has been a recluse ever since she came back Injured from the Montreal Olympics last111 words
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Article281 1977-12-20 17 LEE CHIU SAN - Q Motorracing iy LEE CHIU SAN Engineer Joseph Teo beat a field of almost 30 other motorcyclists to clock the fastest time of the day in the Castrol December Skilled Riding Tests organised by the Singapore Motor Sports Club at the National Stadium on Sunday.281 words
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Article166 1977-12-20 17 Lai Huat star kicker mjßugby AFP Bangkok, Tuesday Singapore's Raffles Institution scored their first victory when they outkicked Sekolah Datuk Abdul Razak of Malaysia by 9-8 in a "battle of the penalties' in a dull match on the fourth day of the championship here yesterday. NeitherAFP - 166 words
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Article151 1977-12-20 17 Burma reach the final KJ Soccer Reuter AFP Agra (India), Tuesday Burma yesterday qualified to meet Cup holders Thailand In the final of the eighth Asian Schools soccer championships when they defeated Singapore 4-0 in the second semi-final here. Thailand edged out India 5-3 in theReuter; AFP - 151 words
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Miscellaneous54 1977-12-20 17 THE BORN LOSER r> 1 1 Hi A 51 1 N B* r f s> t< J w III! ?D iia.i mm. I >» ff* I Ci •w by Art Sansom m 3 k j r i 2 is i 'I m l<lk Y£S, LOOK UJ6 VJE LgAewep Aeout me54 words
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Article177 1977-12-20 18 BM Weightlifting The Pakistan Weightlifting Federation have Invited Singapore to take part in the Quaid-I-Asam International meet from Feb. 10 to 12 next year. The invitation came from Mr. Khalid Hussaln. secretary of the Pakistan Weightllfting Federation, and it was the third year that Singapore were177 words
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Article, Illustration329 1977-12-20 18 PHILIP TAN - Bid for Arshad and Gulam rejected K3 Soccer By PHILIP TAN Sebastian Yap received his first blow as national coach yesterday when he failed in his attempt to persuade the Football Association of Singapore to Increase the number of play, ers In the national squad. Sebastian,329 words
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207 1977-12-20 18 Police Sports Association were edged out of the national Senior hockey knockout title race by fancied Singapore Airlines 4-3 on penalty flicks In the semi-finals at the Padang yesterday. The full-time score after an hour of fierce and hard fought action was 2-2. Premier207 words
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Article, Illustration568 1977-12-20 18 SURESH NAIR - By SURESH NAIR Local soccer received a shot in the arm with the Singapore "A" team's success in the inaugural Lion City Cup tournament. The talent evident from the performances of the players can guarantee us of a sound base of future568 words
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Article136 1977-12-20 18 Reuter London, Tuesday Non-League club A.P. Leamington failed In' their bid to reach the third round of the English Football Association (FA) Cup, crashing 4-0 away to Fourth Division Southend In a second round replay last night. Southend will be awayto First Division Derby County on JanReuter - 136 words
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Advertisement176 1977-12-20 18 Are your feet worth the best pair of tennis shoes you can buy? Patrick says "yes." And this is what you get. 8. The overall classic sports finish. Patrick's stripes of distinction. For a shoe of Jgk distinction. ■mm 6. Reinforced suede leather adds style, toughness and—durability. 2. White troica176 words
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Article, Illustration346 1977-12-20 19 J. Holmberg - J. Holmberg This could be Just any soccer team, waiting for their game to begin, h,u£ if you look closely, you will probably recognise ,some of the players. They are none other than the men responsible for our TV sports reports in all the four346 words
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Article184 1977-12-20 19 TV Singapore will telecast the first half of the recent show by the Hong Kong Movie Star Arts Troupe, on Channel 8 at 7.10 DJn. In colour today. The show, a careful blend of Chinese folk songs, folk dances, traditional Chinese music and stage184 words
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Miscellaneous658 1977-12-20 19 At the cinema ROLLER COASTER: Another star- studded biggie that makes good use of the "disaster" formula. This time the victims balance precariously atop a rollercoaster while the killer plays a cat and mouse game with the law. Stars George Segal, Richard Wldmark, Timothy Bottoms. Prince: 1.30, 4.15. 6.45 and658 words
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Miscellaneous919 1977-12-20 19 6.00 A.M. Opening anncts. followed by At Daybreak with Roger Williams—Last Tango in Paris 6.30 News (E) 6.40 Morning Concert— Violin Concerto No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 61 iSalnt-Saens), KyungWha Chung (violin), Lsq/Lawrence Foster; Entrance of the Gods from the Rhlnegold (Wagner), Wotan's Farewell and Ride of the Valkyries919 words
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Article50 1977-12-20 20 AH FOOK: The recent spate of thefts In shopping centres has reached alarming proportions during the festive season. Perhaps shopping centres need to step up security in times like this. MEI LIN: Perhaps women ought to be less careless now that there have been so many daring robberies.50 words
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Miscellaneous835 1977-12-20 20 TV MWMHa AND RADIO XSINGAPORE 5.] ffiSfflSHARPcl. 3.00 OPENING ANNOUNCfcMENTS followed by THE FLY4, ING NUN (r). Sitcom starring Sally Field. 3.31 DIARY OF EVENTS. 3.35 AFTERNOON MATINEE: When Hell Broke Loose. Part 2. Set In 1942, the mov'e revolves around a racketeer who has a stormy career In the835 words
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Miscellaneous245 1977-12-20 20 Today's top shows THE CHILD IN NEED. (Ch. 8, 9 p.m. in colour). Today, with better housing, medical facilities, schools and recreational facilities, It has become easy to meet the physical needs of a child. But equally Important Is satisfying a child's psychological needs. This remains complex and complicated, especially245 words
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