Weekend East, 30 August 1990
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Weekend East
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Title Section, Illustration18 1990-08-30 1 WEEKEND east Your FREE weekly newspaper Thursday/Sunday, August 30, 1990 MCI (P) No. 82/5/90 Vol. 5 No. 3418 words
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Article, Illustration779 1990-08-30 1 ELAINE TAN - Rare disease cripples 15-year-old boy but he wants to make others happy by being... By ELAINE TAN FIFTEEN-year-old Melvin Tan, of Bedok Reservoir Road, has a “time bomb” ticking inside his small body. A menacing disease is lurking somewhere inside his tiny frame, threatening to cripple— Picture by ALEX LIM. - 779 words
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Advertisement83 1990-08-30 1 The one-legged hi U Page 3 Nikon W 2 Your Real Friend in Photography 1 N os c/2 All Nikon Cameras are 100% made in Japan The Latest, Stylish, Autofocus, Auto Everything, Easy To Hold, Carry Shoot Camera. We Take The World's Greatest Pictures NIKON CAMERA CENTRES CENTREPOINT: Super Photo83 words
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Advertisement71 1990-08-30 1 new Nikon W 2 m MAVIS likes to write and knows bow to charm people through writing. What does she do? Is she... t 1. A writer? 2. A direct mailing executive? 3. A copywriter? 4. A poet? k 1 QUOTE Picture by ALEX LIM Tpishermen and women M seem71 words
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Article89 1990-08-30 2 VINTAGE cars will ferry the five MPs of Bedok GRC, Changi and Fengshan constituencies to the first Bedok Town Council Day, this Sunday from 9.30 am to 9.30 pm, at the car park in front of Bedok Theatre. Pom-pom girls, pipe pipers, on-the-spot art contests, a89 words
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Advertisement633 1990-08-30 2 TA 106 NEW SHAN TRAVEL 745-9333 (8 lines) Branch: #Ol-08/11 City Plaza 810 Geylang Road Opp Paya Lebar MRT station Head Office: Maxwell House #Ol-02/04 20 Maxwell Rd S(0106) Tel: 220-4924 (8 lines) AUSTRALIA k£o PERTH WILD FLOWER SEASON v.'. i WJlt PINNACI. KS 6D Perth/Pinnacles Wild Flowers from $1298633 words
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Miscellaneous21 1990-08-30 2 THE LOCKHORNS 3 fW IK "what’s happened to you? WHEN l LEFT FOR WORK THtft MORN INIO YOU WERE VERY FRIENDLY.”21 words
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Advertisement524 1990-08-30 3 RECORD JUMP: Boldt. with arms outstretched like a swan diver, easily clears the bar. V. w y rtgdMl t.f-r Li •-Y m ■Sv One-legged dynamo IN THESE amazing photos, gutsy Amie Boldt displays the remarkable athletic ability that landed him in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s524 words
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216 1990-08-30 4 Our What’s-their-line girls: Did you guess right? MAVIS CHIN is a woman who reaches deep into your heart and pockets with her mail. She's 23 and has a knack for writing. A senior projects executive for Direct Mailing in the National Kidney Foundation216 words
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170 1990-08-30 4 DO you find homework boring? Are you bogged down by endless facts and figures? AOL Stamford Consultants (S) Pte Ltd has designed a course entitled ‘‘The Thinking Student Workshop”, to help students overcome difficulties in coping with their studies. This two-day workshop170 words
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Advertisement417 1990-08-30 4 L Wi ...i IN ACTION: Mavis Chin (centre) planning and creating a package to help the National Kidney Foundation. xi/Zicuit -j/'a&Aiosv HOME OF HONG KONG FASHIONS” Casual Wear Office Suit Evening Wear Maternity Wear Handbags Belts and so much more... Made-to-measure welcome BRILLIANT FASHION TRADING ENTERPRISE 865. Mountbatten Rd. #Ol417 words
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Article500 1990-08-30 5 What’s on with LINCOLN TAN COMMUNITY CLUB M Parade (*****77): One-Day Batam Tour: Go sight-seeing with the youth group on Sept 9 from 8.30 am to 6 pm. Charges: $52 (member) and $53 (nonmember). COMMUNITY CENTRES Joo Chiat (*****26): Learn ballroom dancing from Peter and500 words
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WEEKEND east FUNNYLINES
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190 1990-08-30 6 MY JOB at an army camp involves informing reservists about their incamp training, medical review and recalls. So I have to call them up at their homes. Recently I made a call regarding a previous open mobilisation exercise. It was answered by a190 words
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Article110 1990-08-30 6 MADAM Sarah used to teach my mother. Two years ago, she became my form teacher and taught me geography and English. I hated geography then and my English was poor my vocabulary was limited and there seemed to be no way that I could ever110 words
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LIVE LETTERS
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163 1990-08-30 6 I HAVE gone to 7-Ele-ven stores many times to buy provisions but have been issued receipts only a few times. One day, my brother and I went to a 7-Eleven store in Eunos. He bought some items and went to the cashier to pay163 words
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Article61 1990-08-30 6 RECENTLY, I went to the Tanjong Katong Post Office Savings Bank to deposit my money. I was surprised to see only one counter open. I had to line up for almost 30 minutes before being served. I hope the bank would look into the61 words
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77 1990-08-30 6 RECENTLY, I went to the United Overseas Bank (UOB) at City Plaza. It was in the afternoon and I had to wait for almost an hour before being served. Although its a big bank, it only had two counters serving customers. To77 words
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Advertisement471 1990-08-30 6 PERTH FREE 9 EASY f MEDAN/LAKE TOM 5/6/7D from $1228 Animal Kingdom. Yanchep Sun City. Crystal Caves. Kings Park. Lake Monger Millionaire s Row Underwater World Sorrento Quays Swan River Cruise. Agndrome Farm Visit S Show. Fermantle. Wine Fasting. Fruits Orchard /seasonal) Dep Date: 11/9. 25/9 Most meals Included 3/4D471 words
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Advertisement128 1990-08-30 6 m ssssssssssssssssssssssssss l If I had $1 million... g WHAT would you buy your mum or dad, grandpa or grandma, or your loved ones if you had a million dollars? Wnte and tell us, serious- ly or tongue-in-cheek, how you would spend your windfall on the ones closed to your128 words
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Advertisement45 1990-08-30 6 $l5 for the best Why I Love My Teacher ...and $8 (or ovary pubiahad. land your wttor not mom than 100 words to “Why 1 lava My Taaohar. WEEKENOmmst, Laval 2, Nows Cantm, 02 pom ISM. Don't forgot to glva your fuflnama, ICnumbar, sohooL and45 words
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Miscellaneous21 1990-08-30 6 THE LOCKHORNS D.Rhama* MARRIAGfc S DON6fcuX? ,wC O Ml f)6e m ReiNER "I THINK I £EE PART OF THE PROOLEM ALREADY."21 words
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Article366 1990-08-30 7 GWEN CARDEN - By GWEN CARDEN National Enquirer NASTY people can make you miserable by taking advantage of you, putting you down and trying to control you but you can beat them with help from an expert. Psychologist Jay Carter, the author of “Nasty People: How to— National; Enquirer - 366 words
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Advertisement71 1990-08-30 7 VISIT Spectacular Gold Coast for a lifetime experience! at Mermaid Waters Resort Twin Sharing 6DSN (Hotel Package Only) $395 SD4N (Hotel Package Only) $285 6DSN (Gold Coast) -y.... $1575 Dep: Oct 22, Nov 6, 20, 27, Dec 4 7DSN* $1675 Dep: Every Monday A Thursday. For enquiries, please call General71 words
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Advertisement652 1990-08-30 7 Swiss Cosmetics FRANCHISE BEAUTY CENTRE serving the East -t V<pirgj)Pß*js IspauH*(p sa!B<p 845 Geylang Road, #O2-16 Tanjong Katong Complex (Yokoso) Singapore 1440 Tel: *****84 Business Hours: 1 pm to 9pm (Closed on Thurs) Being scientifically developed from the purest of natural ingredients, Mila d'opiz has high quality skin and cosmetic652 words
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Miscellaneous13 1990-08-30 7 THE LOCKHORNS “THANK YOU* M 166, OOT I’M TgR/VAINALUV MAf?RieP. M ttsssT RtiMte13 words
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Article, Illustration404 1990-08-30 8 DAVID LEE - By DAVID LEE DOES the mention of fish head curry make you drool? If it does, then you must make time and tummy space for a new and exciting menu at Changi Cafe, Le Meridien Changi. It features an extensive selection of404 words
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Advertisement362 1990-08-30 8 MUN HIANG (HOKKIEN) RESTAURANT (Air-Conditioned) 225 East Coast Road, Singapore 1542 Business Hours 11am to 2 30pm/5 30pm to 10 30pm J (Closed on Monday) A place for ORIGINAL, MOUTHWATERING Hokkien Dishes. Double Winning Chances!!! Dine with us for $5O and above, you stand a double chance to win fabulous362 words
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Advertisement126 1990-08-30 8 ]j n=n=ii=ii=ii=ii=ii=aj 5 Jj Balance up your meal with YIN 1 and YANG and savour rich, S potent tonic Ginseng Soup 0 0 I i 61 FREE Red Ginseng Drink along comes with order even Korean Ginseng Soup S $l2 00 I Other renowned Korean specialities include: Barbecue Meat Ginseng126 words
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ON PARADE HAPPENINGS AT PARKWAY PARADE
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Article, Illustration163 1990-08-30 9 ESCAPE into a world of make-believe where time stands still and characters never grow old. Ms Carol Birch (left), a compelling storyteller from the United States, has held many of her listeners spellbound with a repertoire of literary and folk tales from around the163 words
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Advertisement178 1990-08-30 9 PARKWAY PARADE 4-PAGE PULL 01 The Professional Beauty Salon Tb Rely On For A Tbtal Complete Natural Beauty Care. You can now have naturally beautiful eyes with a professional beauty salon. All it takes is just a short half hour for our specially trained experienced beauticians to perform the eye178 words
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Advertisement84 1990-08-30 9 A treasure of dove and a world of glitter awaits you Lydia’s Jewellery celebrates her 1st Anniversary by giving away an exclusive velvet jewellery box with every purchase of $500 and above while stocks last! Setting the standard, you will be amazed of a wide selection of jewellery, ranging from84 words
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Article, Illustration229 1990-08-30 10 HEALTH enthusiasts can now shop for food and health supplements, gym equipment and sportswear under one roof at the newly renovated Aibi Health and Sports Centre in Parkway Parade. This one-stop health and sports mart is a “neighbourhood family store in a high-tech environment”, with229 words
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Advertisement240 1990-08-30 10 INTENSIVE PREPARATORY COURSES FOR* SCHOOL EXAMINATION MICROKID COMPUTER CENTRE is conducting Preparatory Courses to prepare your child for the coming school examination. Courses are related to school syllabus!! MICROKID COMPUTER CENTRE Parkway Parade Shopping Centre #O3-04 Tel: 345 2337 .tfi* Orchard Ccntrcpoint #O3-20 V.; Tel: 732 2256 Microkid Whampoa Blk240 words
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Advertisement115 1990-08-30 10 ALVINAS Claypot Corner #BI-144 Parkway Parade WHERE TASTE MATTERS WAIT < 4 MIN Fastest Claypot in The East ALVIN'S GONE BANANAS Try our chefs latest creation BANANA CHICKEN CLAYPOT CLAYPOT SPECIALITIES: WITH RICE OR MEE Your choice of Oyster Chicken. Salted Chicken. Banana Chicken. Pork. Prawns. Combo. Combination, Super or115 words
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Advertisement85 1990-08-30 11 atvtftfi C ome meet the Zoids at the TOMY TRAVELLING TOY FAIR at PARKWAY PARADE from 3rd to Bth September ’9O. See the complete range of TOMY toys and the top prize of a return ticket to Tokyo Disneyland could be yours with a $2O/- purchase at the FAIR. Don’t85 words
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Advertisement592 1990-08-30 12 THERE IS MORE TO JUST DESIGN RENOVA TION How VVASI* Furnish Your Home Completely Without Burning A 1 lole In Your Pocket 1) WASP designers transform your ideas into blueprints. Perspective drawing helps you appreciate your dream home before renovation work commence. (All these are at no extra charge!) 2)592 words
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Article, Illustration383 1990-08-30 13 EATS WITH ELAINE TAN SINCE its humble beginnings as a meal-in-one in many stuffy hawker centres, the übiquitous claypot rice has been elevated to a more “respectable” position it is being served in hotels. The coffee house at Lion City Hotel, Tanjong Katong Road, has come a long383 words
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Advertisement124 1990-08-30 13 Vale* Sc fHgWtf *Come and experience the savoury delight of cakes and pastries in the ambience of English country setting in the heart of Tan/ong Pagar. Announcement You will never know what you’ve been missing till you’ve tried our house speciality LE MINT. You've got to taste and appreciate our124 words
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Advertisement237 1990-08-30 13 Welcome fo THE IDEAL PLACE < Q FOR A REAL SATISFYING CANTONESE MEAL 1 7A o OEEP FRIED GOLDEN PEARL WITH DOUBLE IMPERIAL ASPARAGUS FRESH SCALLOPS PRAWNS SR##!!* TOPPED WITH CRAB ROE #n3£ I*#? STEAMED BEAN CURD WITH HUNAN HAM IN KIRIN STYLE MIRB HR BARBECUE CHICKEN IT Kd v237 words
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Sports and health
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Article, Illustration234 1990-08-30 14 MENTION marathon to any Singaporean and it is very likely that the name K Jayamani comes to mind. Jayamani made her running debut in the Indonesian Open in 1976. Since then, she has registered her name in the list of Singapore’s outstanding athletes by bringing home medals234 words
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Article, Illustration230 1990-08-30 14 A LOT of persuasion was required before 16-year-old Elysia Yeo agreed to go for a weight-loss programme. Six weeks later and 10 kg less, she has no regrets and would readily recommend the programme to her friends She said: “Before I came to Beneficial, I230 words
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Article, Illustration148 1990-08-30 15 SINGAPORE is made for water sports. That is the belief of the managing director of Supernova, Mr Per Svensson. Supernova manufactures and imports boats and seacrafts. For sailing and windsurfing enthusiasts, Supernova has come out with the Windski. Said Mr Svensson: “It is a148 words
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Article, Illustration225 1990-08-30 16 TOO many people cram all their exercise into the weekend and that can lead to over-exer-tion, sore muscles, sprains or tendinitis, and can also over tax your heart and lungs, warns an expert Among the signs that you’re overdoing it on the225 words
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Advertisement245 1990-08-30 14 An advertisement feature Good News For Snooker Fans!! Now For Only $lOO You can be a member of OAKLAND RECREATION CLUB That's right! For just $lOO followed by $5O subscription fee for each subsequent year. FACILITIES 50 UK Imported Riley Aristocrat' snooker tables (6 private rooms and 2 deluxe rooms)245 words
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Advertisement91 1990-08-30 14 Singapore’s Most Popular Health Centre Rongisoni Health Centre now at East Coast Health Centre East Coast Recreation Centre 1000, East Coast Parkway Singapore 1544 Tel: *****00, *****29 Professionally managed by Beriinda A Roland (formerly of VIP) (Please contact Beriinda or Roland) 3T fc r t/V Belmont model Size: 11.3 m91 words
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Advertisement137 1990-08-30 15 WE CUSTOM-MADE ARCH SUPPORTS To correct flat feet and other foot problems iscaj >B°= OVERPRONATION Video Assisted Gait Evaluation Expert Advice on Running/Jogging, Walking and Exercises for Health Fitness We Also Stock Top Quality Sports Shoes /is/SPOR TS Pie. Ltd. ~J" Pearls Centre 100 Eu Tong Sen Street #O2-12 Si137 words
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Advertisement504 1990-08-30 15 From FAT To BENEFICIAL recognized the tremendous need that people require help in this area. Over the last twenty years Beneficial International have helped millions of customers from all over the world not only to lose weight but also to keep it off and stay healthy Because of this basic504 words
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Advertisement257 1990-08-30 16 Exclusive World’s Release The Supernova Windski Yacht i\E ft m -c—--0% i 56 5 Wt m ft~V I LCi > *£ZW> ct •ft A c-y. W ft r Car-Top Trimaran Specification Length Overall 4.55 m Jib 4m 2 Width Overall 3.20 m Weight 92kg Total Sail Area 12m 2 Main257 words
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Advertisement144 1990-08-30 16 The 3 TO 5 MINUTES EYE EXERCISE Shortsightedness among Singaporeans is becoming more common and severe. s'* am mm Recent studies have suggested that massaging several pressure points around the eye area can help to prevent and retard myopia The area around the eyes is sensitive to fatique caused by144 words
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Miscellaneous18 1990-08-30 16 THE LOCKHORNS H 10 itegf.e, Vfc-iNtV "HIT IT, LEROY--YOU’RE 6TILL TEN POUNP6 AWAY FROM UA6T YEAR*6 (30L.F 6LACK6.18 words
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Advertisement204 1990-08-30 17 Top-To-Toe Complete Analysis Weight Loss Programmes Beauty Treatment Under Medical Supervision. < m Ji f THE NATURAL WAY Specially prescribed herbs containing ginseng with an eating programme tailored to suit the individual's lifestyle and a successful weight loss programme. f* J 01 NUTRITIONAL WAY Using Slimline Diet Formula, Vitamins, Minerals204 words
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Advertisement1107 1990-08-30 18 Classified Ad Bank Classifications Deadlines Tuotday 4 00pm —for run-on classified ads 6 working days classified display ads Phone Service 9 00am to 5 00pm Mondays to Fridays 9 00am to I 00pm on Saturdays Ck) sad Sundays and Public Holidays Tel: *****52 Prepayment Soma classifications of ads are payable1,107 words
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SPORTSCENE... with S GULAM
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459 1990-08-30 19 THE order for the Lions is clear: Go for goals on Saturday. The more the merrier and the better the Lions’ chances of winning the Malaysia Cup Semi-Pro League Division One title. But exactly how many goals would be “safe” enough to clinch459 words
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Article174 1990-08-30 19 JOHOR will be on a do-or-die mission against Pahang at the Danilmakmur Stadium in Koantan. Anything less than a win will rale out the former Malaysia Cnp champions' hopes of making it to the quarterfinals. While Pahang, who are a rang above Johor with a point advantage,174 words
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Article209 1990-08-30 19 INTER-CON SOCCER KAMPUNG CHAI CHEE became the first team from the East Coast to qualify for the second round of this year’s inter-constituency soccer tournament. The Group Seven favourites booked their berth in the last 16 with a convincing 4-2 win over Bukit209 words
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Article90 1990-08-30 19 SQUASH SECOND seeded Changi will start as favourites to win their first inter-constituency squash title when they take on fourthseeded Serangoon Gardens in the final in mid-week The East Coasters had already beaten their rivals once in the final round winners' pool semi-finals The 4-1 victory should give90 words
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Advertisement1249 1990-08-30 19 CLASSIFIED AD BANK 13 Education/ Instruction THE LOCKHORNS SPECIAL ENGLISH COURSES (For Primary School Children) I. ENGLISH ENRICHMENT COURSE The English Enrichment Course makes learning of English fun and interesting Course emphasises on: Phonics Speech Clarity Comprehension Skill Correct Grammar Usage Pronunciation Listening Skills G CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP Do You1,249 words
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