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Title Section15 1998-12-11 1 WEEKEND east MITA (P) 080/10/98 Vol. 13 No. 48 E-mail: focuspub@cyberway.com.sg Friday, December 11, 199815 words
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NEWS
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Article, Illustration412 1998-12-11 2 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN THE Ministry of Environment recently rounded up illegal hawkers, mainly foreigners, who claimed to be deaf-mute, selling soft toys, potpourri and other wares. In a written interview with WEEKENDeast, a deaf-mute Singaporean talks about the issue and his job, selling sand412 words
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512 1998-12-11 3 ANDRE YEO - By ANDRE YEO MORE than 2.3 million Singaporeans travelled abroad by air and sea between January and August this year, a 3.6 per cent jump from the same period last year. And Australia and New Zealand are benefitting from it, seeing a 9512 words
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353 1998-12-11 4 ANDRE YEO - By ANDRE YEO A FILIPINA maid working in a condominium returned to the wrong apartment last Saturday midnight and got slashed across the face, needing stitching at a hospital. She is presently recovering from shock and her employer declined our request to353 words
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Article, Illustration264 1998-12-11 5 DESMOND NG - But the birds are still the stars... By DESMOND NG IT MAY be a bird sanctuary but do not be shocked when you see mongoose scampering around their feathered friends. At the Jurong Bird Park, mammals are now a part of the exhibits. Recently, the 11264 words
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Article32 1998-12-11 5 A BARBARY lamb was found drowned in its moat enclosure last Friday morning by a Singapore Zoological Gardens visitor. Two zoo-keepers pronounced it dead after checking the carcass.32 words
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Article, Illustration290 1998-12-11 6 ANDRE YEO - She teaches new supermart staff how to smile Picture and story by ANDRE YEO A PACKER at 16, she was one of eight supermarket experts from the United States brought in to help NTUC FairPrice set up its latest store at Plaza Singapura. And after290 words
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Advertisement332 1998-12-11 2 Bafij Singapore's lstTimeshare Resale Broker BUY SELL Wish to SF.IJ. We sell to buyers from all over the world. Wish to BUY Own aTimeshare Resort from 555,999 Only! Tel: (65) 323 3751 or Fax: (65) 227 9273 IMItIKIWI \\t Otter lull 5 l>.u (<h«liiu; Otl IVrkxl. Within *>u*li linn' \ll332 words
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Advertisement35 1998-12-11 3 Pin 6 Now appearing from s I ns Also Bernie's 406 East Coast Road 344-2232 4 Knuckle-Fingered Psycho Piano Player Chicago Reader, with House Band "Shyne Maybe Singapore's Most Laid Back Band Wed-Sat 9.00pm-Midnight i35 words
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Advertisement74 1998-12-11 3 p SEAFOO ST m Most Popular Restaurant tied By Readers ofWanßao, Zaoßao, Shin Min) Y BRAISED SUPERIOR SHARKFIN First time ever on-the-spot cooking! Mow $B.OO Za X Not valid for take-aways. FOR ALL DISHES, BEVERAGES DESSERT discount AFTER 9.30 PM Available in Leisure Park. Not available for promotion items set74 words
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Advertisement27 1998-12-11 4 r-«* f, ,w 73 NH »l.X* £•> '*5P 4* *V r« eft ■'3B*» v A*. ■*«n r 1 < < -> wn m*'ite REEF BRAZIL I THE ESSENCE Of THE SANOAI27 words
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Advertisement167 1998-12-11 4 DIFFERENTTASTES Sotfwpj^(ike i f/umk (yookiiui No service charge no bidden extra, just the food be Different Taste the Difference! JACKIE’S BOWL 542 East Coast Road 5(*****1) TeL 241-6518 Opening Hours: 10am to 12 midnight daily Dine-in comfort with FREE parking. Tike-aways also available. DISCOVER mi: WOADERS OE lIENNAI Would you167 words
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Advertisement108 1998-12-11 5 Full range ol Car Stereo Accessories Package Otter For CO Changer/Radio/Caasette Trait-iii yoar CDAUiia/ CanoM Playar at Hift Valut CO/RADIO TUNER Fro* $299. KENWOOD $499 IrteaM RcmoM Alw*.TL yctMM ftaw 9BLAUPUNKT C Sony Mobile W Panasonic ENGINE HIGH PERFORMANCE rfcNakarmchi PRODUCTS INSTAIIATION 1 REMOVAL Infinity ol Car Ptioot. Haoi-Fraa Car108 words
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Advertisement264 1998-12-11 5 We’ve Made Something Good Even Better. aaV«? It 1 H AAVIC IS NOW AT KAKI BUKIT AYE 4 THE NEW AA VEHICLE INSPECTION CENTRE is now open with larger premises at Kaki Bukit Avenue 4. It will continue to be one of the most modem inspection centres in Singapore, easily264 words
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Advertisement217 1998-12-11 6 Silicons® Bod Pad (198x91 cm) with water resistant (sacking. For tne management of I or pressi NOWt sure sores. $350 Terumo Digital Blood Pressure Monitor (ES-P 301) U.P.: 165 NOW: $144 Ego Sun Sense™ Ultra A light smooth milk with a moisturising base which is suitable for general purpose use.217 words
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Advertisement129 1998-12-11 6 i isten To The Best Of British Speakers Design CELESTION A3 exploiting the full potential of YAMAHA DSP-A1 (both WJSSSEb winners) In our Home theatre set up The magnetkxrtty shielded Celestton A3 is crafted to meet Ihe demands of recording technologies where sources like CD, Home Theatre Dolby AC3 DTS129 words
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Article, Illustration120 1998-12-11 7 Rodney Ee, 26, administrative assistant, East Coast Road 111 save some of my bonus because next year won’t be a good year and we may get a smaller bonus then, if we get one at all. And if the situation worsens, we may get a pay cut120 words
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Article, Illustration205 1998-12-11 7 How will you spend your bonus? ITS bonus time again and despite it being affected by the regional crisis, something is bet- ter than nothing. WEEKENDeast reporter, Andre Yeo, spoke to some Singaporeans and asked them what they planned to205 words
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Article75 1998-12-11 7 THE finals of the Sin Boon Ann In-line Roller Hockey Tournament will be held on December 20 at 4 pm at the open space near East Zone and McDonald's. Organised by the Tampines Central Community Centre Youth Group, eight teams will compete in the competition which is75 words
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Advertisement146 1998-12-11 7 k 6 J «fc e> e r- e 'JOk. Feel Good and Look Beautiful •Us /JsL "’'".a. A ipectal (£famH>ti€MFfJo§*thi& euson 6 sessions Aromatic Beauty Care Now only $9B Usual Price s2«f Included Full Body Scrub Full Body Massage Relaxing Facial Treatment Eye Treatment Bust firming Massage Aromatic Scalp Massage.146 words
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Advertisement144 1998-12-11 7 Empress Dowager Cixi Loves Our Oxtail. The Imperial Decree announces the official opening of the purple Forbidden City in the East It is a celestial Palace of dignified supremacy, fit only for Emperors and Empresses The concept of the best for the best, transposed and transported into our time and144 words
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Article, Illustration292 1998-12-11 8 DESMOND NG - Teletubbies and DigiMons are flying off shelves DESMOND NG REGARDLESS of whether the children have been naughty or nice, Santa Claus is going to encounter problems looking for some of these highly sought-after toys. Be it DigiMons, Teletubbies or talking watches, parents are going292 words
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Advertisement409 1998-12-11 8 HRS sun .Si,,. i a He UUuTUn IS II IK IS r m 1 Come on down for a no-obligation free diagnosis of your continental as well as Japanese car by our qualified car doctor. And we’ll rectify its faults (if any) only when you have accepted our repair quotation.409 words
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Advertisement66 1998-12-11 9 i WEEKENDeast Friday, December 11,1998 r MW < > T twff' p jl it M frail ~v Bj [ang 10 Mayang Investment 11 ■i£y Development 12 itre 13 City Of Light 14 j‘U »ng Beach Seafood f 5 .t 14 ear- •f -im* Ski novation Beauty Cen Peter Scab 1666 words
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Christmas at Suntec City
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Article, Illustration388 1998-12-11 10 SELINA LUM - SELINA LUM WHETHER you celebrate it or not, Christmas is when you can spend some time with your family and treat them to a sumptuous dinner. But tastes are bound to differ yes, even among family members so why not try the wide range of388 words
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Article, Illustration415 1998-12-11 11 CELINE TEO - CELINE TEO IF SIZE matters, then you should make your Christmas wish at Singapore’s biggest fountain. Much has been said about the gigantic fountain at Suntec City, which was designed for good feng shui. The Chinese believe that if your feng shui is right, good luck415 words
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Article, Illustration127 1998-12-11 11 ARMED with piggy banks and enthusiasm, 33 excited children pledged their savings to the Assisi Home and Hospice last weekend. These five to 12 year olds were responding to a call by the Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre (SICEC) to help the home.127 words
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Advertisement83 1998-12-11 10 Yu Jla Zhuang Exotic Chinese Cuisine #BI-056 Fountain Terrace Suntec City Hall 3 Temasek Boulevard ($)*****3 Tel: 336 8797 336 8798 We Specialise in Exotic Chinese Cuisine x Back by Pdpular DemandBack by (Now till 31/12/98) i. V hicken A J >*• a *■**l- *!*<•* 'V v > > &rl^^:'NOW83 words
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Advertisement198 1998-12-11 11 <■ N Discover E K- -V J* > *4 I < t i k r 'ruin i p i > o r i t /VLV 18,000 sqf. of the latest educational developmental programmes under one roof. Quest Venture (Open from 10am to 10pm daily) $5 for Ist half hour of198 words
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Advertisement545 1998-12-11 12 Suntec City Mall Singapore's Largest Shopping Mall Si y r A r <O°VV/y o o o >5 2v 4 Pcir fc 1,,,. .lofNtr ■v 9 WLdt’s On At Suntnc Cjt.y V«H m sast ruAlii V?p ec/2 2E &*S Sat 12* o£ W- T-opic. a -I.■ CAHU ■"vtT ~r' ec S-19545 words
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Christmas in the East
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Article, Illustration321 1998-12-11 13 SELINA LUM - Daily fashion shows with gowns from the US SELINA LUM IF YOU are getting married soon but don’t have time to prepare for it amid the December festivities, why not spend this weekend at the “My Beautiful Bride ’9B” bridal fair at IMM Building? Organised321 words
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148 1998-12-11 14 SHOP till midnight at Centrepoint tomorrow at its “When the Clock Strikes 12” promotion. More than 70 shops will be offering promotions that centre around the number 12. Besides $l2 bargains, shoppers will receive a lucky draw coupon with every $l2 spent. They stand148 words
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Article, Illustration405 1998-12-11 15 DESMOND NG - Restaurant’s famous black pepper crab on festive menu DESMOND NG INSTEAD of the usual turkey or Christmas pudding, settle for something local during this festive season. Synonymous with seafood delicacies, Long Beach Seafood Restaurant, with a rich history of more than 50 years at the405 words
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Article91 1998-12-11 15 BE THRILLED this Christmas holiday by death-defying stunts over the weekend at Chinatown Point with Circus Capers, an Australian circus troupe. See Strongman Dan who will be throwing acrobats into the air. Then there’s Darielle, the aerialist, who will be spinning from a height of91 words
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Article, Illustration270 1998-12-11 16 DESMOND NG - DESMOND NG FOR that personal touch, make your own Christmas gifts this year instead of splurging on expensive presents. Both children and adults can now learn the unique skills of teddy bear making, stained glass painting and clay modelling at Kreatif Open Learning Centre270 words
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Article, Illustration440 1998-12-11 18 CHRISTMAS is here again and if you are at a loss as to what to put into those empty stockings, WEEKENDeast reporter Celine Teo gives you some suggestions. For her JAE LINGERIE offers sexy chemises, delicate bra and panty sets, feminine Y-back440 words
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Article, Illustration321 1998-12-11 19 ANDRE YEO - Four packages to choose from ANDRE YEO YOU want to give a hamper as a present for Christmas but you do not know what it should be filled with. How about filling it with exercise equipment? Gallen Sports, which has been in the321 words
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Advertisement256 1998-12-11 13 gMAimm ’9B Exhibition Hall IB Level 5 IMM Building 11 to 13 December ’9B 12 noon to 10 n^m. ’following Visit our exhibition recetv 'A Wedding Magi $2O Hair Service Vo $25 Food Voucher A Skin Analysis Mini Skin Care Set 1 Voucher for Portr t (2 pcs. of l256 words
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Advertisement567 1998-12-11 14 CITY OF LIGHT CITY OF LIGHT CITY OF LIGHT CITY OF LIGHT CITY OF LIGHT jj Light Up Your Christmas With City Christmas Opening Sale bin* Motor) elites, 0 Fan (UK I S lean Guarantee 4 7 Colours available Hi Wry Special Pico 0 t u Jk 52" S-Hadtd Ceilm*567 words
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Advertisement324 1998-12-11 15 U^elA e've made dining out more affordable! LONG BEACH SEAFOOD RESTAURANT (Main Branch) Tel: 445 8833 (Next to S'pore Tennis Centre) 1018 East Coast Parkway. (Lunch. Dinner Supper 1 lam-3pm spm- 12.15am) Sweet Yam with Gingko Nuts Famous Black Pepper Crabs BBQ Nitotica Red Fish Steamed Fish with Special Sauce324 words
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Advertisement324 1998-12-11 16 l r Realise your child's potential at Kreatif! i At Kreatif, we do not compromise on quality. Every effort is made to create a conducive environment to foster the growth of your child's mind and body. Your child deserves the personal attention given Enrol Now for 1999 classes! 11 our324 words
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Advertisement36 1998-12-11 16 P«t«r'i Sale of studio pottery, aromatherapy burners, incense holders, bowls platters, tea pots, figurines, etc. Weekends: 10am spm Weekdays: Please call first. 33 Y arrow Gardens (off Sigl ap Kd) Tel: *****60 r v^>>> CO n >36 words
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Advertisement355 1998-12-11 17 A C>/ r ist/ncis of A n, j l(! <>(>e. .And o/>c X’«** m m n 4 il: s \l m i a i zx Cl m > ©V /cm V v V **2S« swW Q o.«'°'" rea d^ BK w4pm owß o«s«* .-■SKS^ Small Sold ten tm e 1998355 words
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Advertisement423 1998-12-11 18 Bedok Centre Electrical Company Blk 214, Bedok Town Centre, #Ol-163 Te1:*****32/3 CDRBBO CD-RECORDABLE A REWRITABLE Connections To All Analogue And Digital Sources Cd Synchro, One Button Recording Optical And Coaxial Digital Input k CDR 765 CD-RECORDABLE A REWRITABLE General/Audio/Recording values for line input/output/ Accessones/Playback functions/Recording Functions System Compact disc digital423 words
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Advertisement107 1998-12-11 19 Exercise at Safra Boxerclse THIS exercise uses boxing moves such as skipping to keep fit and improve stamina. It is held every Thursday, from 7.30 to 8.30 pm at Safra Toa Payoh. It costs $4O (member) and $5O (guest) for four sessions. A single session costs $l5 (member) and $2O107 words
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Advertisement161 1998-12-11 19 (iM.lj; X SPOUTS 80 Marine Parade Road BI -85/87 Parkway Parade Singapore *****9 Te1:345 6567/345 6568 Jaguar/Planet/X force 3000 Inline Skates all clearings at 19.90 ONLY. Coast 99 Roller Shoe Skate at $9.90 Mojo Inline Skates Hijacker Yellow Cab at 50% U.R $2BO NOW $l4O I set of FREE protective161 words
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Advertisement526 1998-12-11 20 PARKWAY SUPER SAVERS 'AS' JPEC r AS Aspec Jewellers Pte Ltd 80 Marine Parade Road #Bl*7B/79 Parkway Parade Singapore *****9 Light up this season to your love ones with well design White gold and diamonds. Complimentary gift with any purchase. 10% off for all white gold. 1 w Katong Cuty526 words
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WEEKEND food
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Article, Illustration361 1998-12-11 21 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN FOR a wild time, check out this new African party village. With African artpieces, thatchedroof huts and waitresses in leopardskin sarongs, Quazulu, The Party Village, is the newest African theme restaurant to hit town. No tribal musicians but every night,361 words
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Advertisement84 1998-12-11 21 Colourful desserts Dessert is a simple affair of cut fruits, such as the pineapple with coconut ($4), and banana and melon in orange vanilla sauce ($5). But the fruit platters look very appetising because they are flamboyantly embellished with brightlycoloured sauces. •Will > j 40*0* 162 Upper East Coast Road84 words
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Advertisement102 1998-12-11 21 QUAZULU, THE PARTY VILLAGE Basement 2, Boulevard Hotel Hours: 11.30 am to I am Till 2 am (Fri, Sat and eve of public holidays) Tel: 235-3660 mhmhi FASTJAHKi party the i N s 1 123 321 Cenglish version) new friends in a “FLASH” (cantonese version) Coz y ou can chit102 words
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DIARY
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Article394 1998-12-11 22 FOR THE FAMILY... An appeal ing story with great tunes. t r Bit MR -V' IT I* i The Nutcracker This evergreen full-length ballet, with an appealing story and familiar tunes by Peter Tchaikovsky, has become almost a Christmas ritual in many countries. December 17394 words
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Article, Illustration113 1998-12-11 22 MUSIC Concerts by the River Enjoy an evening of traditional and modern jazz, and rhythm and blues with Chromazone, a foreign band based in Singapore. Today, 8 pm. The Riverwalk. Free. Christmas Caroling The Singapore Youth Choir will spread Christmas cheer by singing favourite Christmas pieces.113 words
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BITES
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Article, Illustration216 1998-12-11 22 HERE’S a gastronomical feast of 50 a la carte creations. At Copthome King’s Singapore (formerly known as King’s Hotel), Chef Ho and his team at Tien Court Chinese Restaurant have prepared a wide variety for its a la carte buffet. Among the mouth-watering dishes are country-style fried eggplant,216 words
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Article75 1998-12-11 22 SEAFOOD calypso and duckling with chestnut stuffing are just some of the offerings at this buffet. At Furama Hotel’s Tiffany Coffee House, the international buffet includes baked garlic mussels, lamingtons and sago with jackfruit. Available till Sunday, lunch costs $17 (adult) and $13.50 (child) and is served75 words
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Article, Illustration11 1998-12-11 22 EXCITING... Enjoy this festive lunch.11 words
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Advertisement122 1998-12-11 22 Free installation of purchase for 8 lights and above. (Exclusively (or HDB Flats) Free Installation Plus Delivery GLASS Free Installation $l2B. (3 years fiaanwtee) 48' 3 Bladed Aluminium Ceiling Fan Lt|M Gian CtrayWi Set Kctv ewUtuU 54' S-Bladed J&- Butterfly Super an(USA) 5.00 -X-■uy ■uy 3 Bet 1 FREE tw«122 words
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Advertisement90 1998-12-11 22 We Want You To With Us! We are an international real estate organization and currently expanding our operations to fill the various sales positions. If you are ambitious and committed to earn a high income, we would like to discuss your prospects with us. Team Managers, CEHA agents and Group90 words
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Advertisement229 1998-12-11 23 12 gifts of X’mas $2 sy UNLESS you want to start a poultry farm, what good is a partridge in a pear tree, two turtle doves, three French hens or even four calling birds So, here is WEEKENDeast reporter Angelica Tan’s list of practical gifts for the 12 days of229 words
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Advertisement964 1998-12-11 24 Your Guide To Better Buys Services WEEKEND CLASSIFIED Call Hasanah. Tel: 740-1152 or Sandy, Tel: 740-1291 Fax: 745-1022 BEAUTIFUL DOG SHIH Tzu 21/2 year to give away free. Must love dog. 582 3932. *****197' DOMESTIC HELP 22 PART-TIME LOCAL Chinese Malay Indian maids available cleaning services Good rates *****37. Albany.964 words
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Advertisement804 1998-12-11 25 Your Guide To Better Buys Services WEEKEND CLASSIFIED Call Hasanah Tel: 740-1152 or Sandy 7>/: 740-129/ Fax: 745-1022 TUITION 78 TUITION 78 TUITION 78 TUITION 78 LANGUAGE COURSES 79 LANGUAGE COURSES 79 POSITIONS VACANT 9O CONGRATULATIONS to all our Primary 6 Creative English students who did extremely well for the804 words
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Advertisement1567 1998-12-11 26 Advertisement ftrrxon/rJ with new friends and old pals. Gr simply leave •jour own personal message. To respond to advertisers, make sure you have their personal box number To advertise yourself, just phone and leave your message Calls are charged at 75 cents a minute on domestic phones. 80 cents on1,567 words
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Advertisement992 1998-12-11 27 Your Guide To Better Buys Services WEEKEND CLASSIFIED Call Hamah. Tel: 740-1152 or Sandy. Tel: 140-1191 Fax: 745-1022 MAKING FRIENDS 102 nium ~ry. wlißfl yjws Usi\t »*an« Sm Hiijlf i'lO'ill non* wv» t «i» <*wni i* ~e iii MAKING FRIENDS 102 MAKING FRIENDS 102 swn»v* s Calm Under IS Need992 words
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Advertisement230 1998-12-11 27 Chance to be a star babe CALLING all babes from ages 18 to 30. Take part in The Promenade’s Star Babe Contest this Christmas. Just bring two 4R photographs (portrait and full body) for registration at the lucky draw booth and you might be among the 30 lucky girls selected230 words
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