Weekend East, 4 February 1993

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    17 1 WEEKEND east YOUR WEEKLY FAMILY NEWSPAPER MITA (P) 529/10/92 VOL 8 No. 4 Thursday/Sunday, February 4, 1993
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  • 298 1  -  People ask for their money back because the roosters make too much noise By SHARON LIM BIRD SHOP owners thought they could improve their business by bringing in roosters and hens to be sold off as pets for the Lunar New Year. But
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  • 57 1 but these hen plants are hot sellers at $500 each THESE fowls have something to crow about. They are cheap to keep and they don’t cheep at odd hours. A nursery brought them in for decoration but Singaporeans have fallen in love with them and are snapping them up for
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  • Page 1 Advertisements
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  • 105 2 MANDARIN oranges were sold at bargain prices just hours before shops closed for the Lunar New Year. According to the assistant manager of NTUC Fairprice Marine Parade, Mr Ricky Ng: “We sold about the same crates of oranges this year because neighbouring stores were offering
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  • Page 2 Advertisements
    • 701 2 m r% PENANG SPECIAL OFFER BUY ONE GET ONE FREE RESORT NEW CASINO HOTEL 2D3N VIP COACH Extra Night $55 per room Room Reservation at Gerrting/Resort/Awana available $99 GENTING RESORT/GENTING HOTEL 2D3N AIR-CON RAIL 3 DAYS AIR n 3 DAYS AIR $339 Daily Breakfast Full Day Tour With lunch Night
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    • 24 2 Every Thursday 235,900 readers Distributed free with The Straits Times 82 Genting Lane, News Centre, Level 2, Singapore 1334 News Desk: 740-1214/1199/1200 Marketing: 740-1151/2
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  • Page 3 Advertisements
    • 528 3 Beauty Express Christmas Spectaculars J rJ An advanced and thorough treatment lor improving beauty Haws such as unsightly marks, blemishes, pigmentations and others. V A firming treatment lot skin that has lost its elasticity. With regular sessions and a sensible diet plan, the skin can regain its firmness, keeping you
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  • COMMUNITYNEWS
    • 341 4  -  By SHARON LIM MANAGER Sunder Daryanani would not think twice about going through carts of smelly rubbish at bin centres to retrieve lost items. The 39-year-old site manager with a cleaning firm has been commended three times for doing just that.
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    • 359 6  -  Youngest male lecturer at polytechnic now has teachers for colleagues By SHIMA ROY THEY used to teach him but now they are his colleagues. Lim Yew Kin, 26, is the youngest male lecturer at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, according to its personnel officer Ong Choon Yek. His
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    • 253 6  -  By SHARON LIM A CAR workshop has found a novel way to keep children occupied while their parents wait for their cars to be repaired. The workshop has set up a room where they can watch TV, enjoy a karaoke session, or read comics
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  • Page 4 Advertisements
    • 299 4 THE NADY'S DRIVER-PASSENGER INTERCOM IS SET TO IMPRESS EVERY MOTORCYCLE ENTHUSIAST S-J II NADY Your Complete Source for Motorcycle Communicators, S' v Alarms and A* Accessories U.S.A. PRODUCT PMC-2 The ultra-compact PMC-2 intercom features full Duplex communication, so driver and passenger enjoy simultaneous conversation just like on the phone, even
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    • 102 4 MOTOR SALES CENTRE 8LK3007 ÜBI ROAD 1 #Ol-418 SINGAPORE 1440 TEL: 744 1709 (4 LINES) FAX: 748 5831 IMPORTERS AND EXPORTERS Specialise in Sales and Service of Motor Cycles and Scooters, provide low interest Hire Purchasing Financing. Importers and Exporters of Motor Cycle's spare parts and accessories Insurance Agents for
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  • Page 5 Advertisements
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  • Page 6 Advertisements
    • 147 6 RETRACTABLE AWNINGS MOTORISED or MAS LAI. s> o Perfectforbackyards. balconies other outdoor areas (Ml Fabric has special waterproofing ip treatment and sanitized f 2 Years Warranty W Lvndec Designs 845 Geylang Rd #O3 55 Tanjong KaJong Complex, S( 1440) Tel: *****46 (9.00a.m. 9.30p.m.) AQUA ADVANCE Waterbed, with its special wave
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    • 119 6 LAUNDRY UNLIMITED The Laundry you eon really trust, Unlimited attention we give, Totally Reliable we mean. And we arc so sure of ourself, we'll refund you 20% should your clothes be not ready by aue date! With Traditional Japanese Quality Control to ensure high standards, and imported environmentfriendly machines, we
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  • Page 7 Advertisements
    • 380 7 Professional Slimming Beauty Hair Treatment Centre* A While others are still selling you the hope, We deliver the results HAIR CARE Hair Care with Bio-Active Rejuve For hair problems like: Dandruff, split ends, dull bair and even dry hair etc. Keeps hair looking healthy and shining. Hair loss treatments. Treatment
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  • HEALTHPAGE
    • 599 8  -  X-rays, clinical and self-checks should be done regularly Dr K L H Consultant radiologist BREAST cancer is the most common disease among Singapore women and it is estimated that there are about 300 new cases yearly. Screening allows you to detect breast cancer at
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    • 292 8  -  NATIONAL ENQUIRER A NEWLY developed radiation therapy machine zaps hard-to-reach cancerous tumours anywhere in the body with pinpoint accuracy and can save lives, say experts. The unique 80,000 kg device called a microtron does what no other cancer radiation treatment machine can do.
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  • Page 8 Advertisements
    • 56 8 The breast cancer screening article is part of East Shore Hospital's community service. Readers who have questions relating to the topic can write to: The Editor, Health Page, WEEKENDeast, News Centre, Level 2, 82 Genting Lane, Singapore 1334, or fax your questions to 745-1022. RIDSECT Kills Aedes mosquitoes No Aedes.
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  • 514 9  -  BY THE mm ROBERT TAN MADISON SQUARE, with its better surroundings, nice and new buildings, taller and grander than anywhere else in New York. A street incident there which would be considered absurd in Singapore, but in this land of human
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  • Page 9 Advertisements
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    • 199 9 ALL YOU LOSE IS WEIGHT INCHES PARKWAY SPECIAL Up to 30% Discount for a limited time only. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER! For Gentleman Newly renovated special section for Slimming and Toning. For Ladies Slimming and Toning Programmes, Beauty Therapy, Special Massages with FREE Sauna. Call 344 8840 348 0241
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  • Page 9 Miscellaneous

  • 271 10  -  By SHARON LIM B usiness was slower for most nurseries this Lunar New Year. It took a longer time to sell traditional favourites like pussy willows compared with previous years. However, orchids and imported flowers were blooming favourites. The owner of Chye Heng Orchid
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  • Page 10 Advertisements
    • 225 10 Sofa King S m Cheapest Furniture •mplete Set (3+l+l) 388 $BBB audne Leather and Lighting Supermarket in this area Lounge Suite $9BB- te'«: 1 oTHEItrMDIC Installation also available CU •S 2& $lO $6BB 0 sC"% ii I I f«»»rST«r HTHNG MATTRESS c ism a $145 from only ITVSft ♦I Complete
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    • 123 10 Luxaflex Shower Screen Shower screen Elegant Durable Safe A Easy l Smooth Trackless Sill Sold in over 80 countries worldwide INSIST ON LUXAFLEX GUARANTEE CARD Luxaion Awning The Product You Can Rely On Available in a wide range of colours to co-ordinate your decor theme Corrosion resistant, double stove-enamelled LUXACOTE
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  • Page 11 Advertisements
    • 544 11 JACKSPEED AUTOMOBILE SERVICE CENTRE Blk 9006, Tampines St 93 #Ol-202, S'pore 1852 (Behind Safra) Tel: *****28 (3 Lines) Fax *****09 WE PROVIDE THE SERVICES BELOW COMPUTERISED WHEEL ALIGNMENT COMPUTERISED ENGINE TUNING SPECIAL SERVICING PACKAGE ENGINE OVERHAUL SERVICE CLUTCH OVERHAUL SERVICE RADIATOR FLUSHING PACKAGE ACCIDENT REPAIR INSURANCE CLAIM SPRAY PAINTING POLISHING
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  • WEEKLY DIARY
    • 349 12 Children suffering from asthma: Parents with asthmatic children can attend this two-part talk. Place: Tampines Polyclinic, Health Education Room. Dates and Time: Feb 10 (part one) and Feb 17 (part two) from 7 to 8.30 pm. Fee: $lO for each talk. Call 786-4070. Community Clubs Kampung Kembangan
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  • Page 12 Advertisements
    • 234 12 ILL. New Year Promotion Purchase any 4 pieces new tyres from the following sizes at: 175/70 x 13 $290 185/70 x 13 $320 185/60 x 13 $352 185/60 x 14 $3BO With FREE on-car balancing wheel alignment check, (worth $35) Hurry while stocks last. Offer valid till 15/2/93 Computerized wheel
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    • 195 12 Before 55kg LUNAR NEW YEAR SPECIAL We give the lowest price and it proved result. Fully guarantee on inch weight loss with sensible diet programme. Enrol now to entitle for our lucky draw. Programme costs $550 a month A it consists ol the following 8 sessions ot Body Massage 1
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  • 271 13  -  Severe sufferers can lose their sight, toes and limbs By SHIMA ROY YOU may be suffering from diabetes and not know it. East Shore Hospital endocrinologist (expert on glands) Dr Tan Khai Tong said: “When sufferers are not aware that they have the disease, diabetes can
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  • Page 13 Advertisements
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    • 34 13 THE PEOPLE WHO BUILD GOOD KITCHEN rCitc&eti' .isii m -1 INclm WP SRS AN ENGLISH GREEN SET IN DURABLE CORIAN WORKTOPS 'KiicAui I=T PI Forum Galeries Shopping Centre #O3-01/02 583 ORCHARD ROAD TEL: *****28
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  • MOTHETR AND CHILD
    • 222 14  -  Primary school to introduce unicycling in PE sessions By SHIMA ROY UNICYCLING, the art of balancing on a single wheel, will soon be introduced in this school’s physical education sessions. Ngee Ann Primary School principal Cheng Lian Seah received 30 unicycles from Kinryo Primary
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    • 81 14 NEW mothers should do simple exercises to get back into shape after delivery. According to physiotherapist Wong Lee Chuen, these simple exercises include situps, brisk walking and swimming all to be done gradually She said: “Fifteen minutes a day of proper
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  • Page 14 Advertisements
    • 199 14 LOOK GOOD, FEEL GREAT! PLUS FREE GIFT or LUCKY DRAW Our fully guaranteed weight inch-loss programmes for both men women include a sensible diet plan. Enrol now to qualify for our LUCKY DRAW! Ist Prize Subaru Vivio. 2nd Prize: 2 return air tickets to USA plus $lOOO Metro voucher. 3rd
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    • 55 14 CLASSY NAILS SALON r SALON M The Art of Class" We Specialize in: •ACRYLIC NAILS •FIBREGLASS NAILS •SILKWRAP NAILS FRENCH MANICURE MANICURE/ PEDICURE •NAIL ART DESIGN INFILL MENDING NAILS I •COATING ETC. *m mm t' imwim-w PATRICIA LAU 6us*mm Hours; 10.30 m OMpm (Appointment Pnhrnd) 103-36 CITY PLAZA 610 GEYIANG
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  • 201 15 THIS restaurant is bringing back the favourite dishes of diners from last year’s menu. Its “Best of 1992” menu features chicken salad with pineapple, mango and bamboo shoots; fried potato skins served with spinach and cheese sauce cooked gratin style; Swiss potato pancake topped with ham,
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  • Page 15 Advertisements
    • 220 15 FEB 14 MEMORIES ARE MADE OF LASTING IMPRESSIONS HAVE A DATE WITH US, WE WILL MAKE IT A MEMORABLE ONE FOR YOU. For all lady diners a Rose will be given FREE VALENTINE'S DAY it A (Lop Indonesian Restaurant 899 East Coast Rd S'pore 1545 Tel: 443 2374 Business Hours
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    • 358 15 TfSacS* I'* 1 M m Seafood palaa Restaurants' ’rcviouslv known as Him Nak Thai} This Valentine's Day, dine with your sweetheart in the romantic ambience of a candlelight dinner under the starry skies. Thai Cuisine at $2B nett per person inclusive of a Welcome Cocktail plus a fresh rose and
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  • WEEKENDFOOD
    • 519 16  -  Wan ton noodle shop starts serving from 6 in the morning, while lunch at Malay stall ends by noon By FREDERICK LIM EARLY birds and night-owls always seem to have problems finding a place to eat. They are either too early or too
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  • Page 16 Advertisements
    • 118 16 Our SZECHUA Food promotion is Back Because you ASKED FOR IT! Another special promotion from Mangrove Cafe. Last year, you came, you tried and you liked it. So, this year, we are bringing back our SZECHUAN FOOD PROMOTION f rom February 8 to 26 1993 (Monday to Friday only). Prices
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    • 92 16 V IBM, I HAVE GIVEN YOU THE FASTEST CLAYPOT IN THE EAST. I HAVE CREATED THE ONLY X-rated CLAYPOT IN SINGAPORE. AND NOW MAY I INTRODUCE MYSELF AS THE SABO KING I CANT ADVERTISE IN CANTONESE, HOWEVER IN CANTONISH, CLAYPOT IS "SABONEXT TIME YOU THINK CLAYPOT RICE, REMEMBER THE SABO
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  • 178 17 OYSTERS are saltwater molluscs which can be served fresh, baked or poached. A variety of dishes has been created at two restaurants. At the Baron’s Table, Royal Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza, savour fresh oysters from France with a squeeze of lemon. Served on a
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  • Page 17 Advertisements
    • 209 17 m A < f <! r -m 1. :>€ T \4? M 3Z2 v; 4 "■•s ;a Nett onward call Mr. Choo, Mr. How for reservation SHANGHAI PALACE Seafood Restaurant Excelsior Hotel Level 4, Coleman Street, Singapore 0617 Tel: *****28,*****25 DATES FULLY BOOKED BY WEDDING PACKAGE MAY 93: 1.2, 7,
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    • 220 17 DIFFERENT TASTES CAFE DIFFERENT TASTES OftOur lltune-cooked Peranakan Specialities: Curry Fish Head $lO Sambal Lady’s Fingers with Prawns $6 Prawn Assam Nanas $6 Ikan Bclado $5.50 Kuah Ladar $5 and many other savoury dishes... No service charge and no hidden extras...just the food. Be different, taste the difference! JACKIE'S BOWL
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  • Page 18 Advertisements
    • 953 18 AC it a Q REGION TUITION CENTRE K fM t <6 BLK 36, CIRCUIT ROAD, #Ol-416, SINGAPORE 1337 (MacPherson Estate SBS Bus Service Nos 40,61,63,65,66,135,154,155,158) (Registered with Ministry of Education) TUITION CLASSES FOR 1993 Classes conducted by qualilied and experienced teachers according to MOE syllabuses. Give your child a head
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  • Page 19 Advertisements
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  • Page 20 Advertisements
    • 868 20 PROFESSIONAL AUTO SERVICES I MORE THAN IV2 DOZEN OF HIGHLY SKILLED MEN GIVE YOU QUALITY JOB UNMATCHED BY OTHERS IN THE AUTO SERVICING INDUSTRIES When you have your car serviced at Motogard, a very thorough job is being done step by step. All vital components and parts listed will be
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