City Weekly, 23 January 1998
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Title Section25 1998-01-23 1 CITY Weekly THE ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD AND RETAIL PAPER DISTRIBUTED FREE WITH THE STRAITS TIMES MITA (P) 041/10/07 FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 1006 Vdl.ll N 0.425 words
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Advertisement204 1998-01-23 1 1• k \'s&- -•4s •> -SjJ ly&. v I •*■V. Mml .>»»» > t > i! VI W' M F? k ‘Srf v 1i V f|)y'.i i i V 4ft m rr* f* V A >■ See Page 2 V,j v', 1 Stf 1 It r>.' t) Lo hei and204 words
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Article, Illustration532 1998-01-23 2 ANDRE YEO - Its canteen-turned-food court has 16 television sets, 48 computer power points and Italian furniture By ANDRE YEO IT USED to be a drab canteen. Now, its a spacious food court. Students at Ngee Ann Polytechnic can even watch television and have their meals in532 words
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Advertisement118 1998-01-23 2 BIG SALE VASES/ UMBRELLA BUY 1 GET 1 FREE ON SELECTED, ITEMS Antiques, Jade Carvings, Old Paintings and other Valuable Collectables. \t H M (HAS soil (in Ml) 1RAI)IS(. (O. 1 v'2'li> i i P i j ii i .Hi!; HAIR-FREE ELEGANCE YOU HAVE ALWAYS DESIRED Introducing DID RF Removatron,118 words
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Advertisement122 1998-01-23 2 Unforgettable A legend... Nat King Cole (portrayed here by Clarke Peters) U remembered in musical tribute. MUSICAL legend, Nat King Cole, will be remembered in “Unforgettable”, a musical based on his bitter-sweet struggle to gain recognition in an entertainment industry that was dominated by whites. Singer and performer, Monroe Kent122 words
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Advertisement114 1998-01-23 2 Australia Safe Company's line of high cfrality 2-3 hours Fire Resistive Safes offer a cost-effective way to protect your belongings Key A combi Lock H3a) x W4BO x D3Bsmm $328 EIS-U Electronic with programmable code. H370xW480, x D3Bsmm $428 l HS-101 Kslox W 415 x D 390 H 368 x114 words
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Advertisement208 1998-01-23 3 V s, V. v Desserts Sandwiches Pasta Khat Colutfttfiat.* qev TKift*. its Have T< ■M o Jatf? Top Offering Have of TWe £jutcoiut Tke f roeted Aku York Citn/4 Ckct4ecAke UA4 A4 s©od A4 Gift CjU-ftl 4 fAIU 4Atd If \f TheßusinessTimes y to Tkree verit lti 4end you Info208 words
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THE ARTS
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Article, Illustration592 1998-01-23 4 CELINE TEO - Festival returns with bigger and better backing By CELINE TEO POSITIVE MSSSAQC THAT'S MSOMIVts "Thicker Than Water' brings fce ADS message dose to home whan jhe friendship of two W-yearolds is put to ihe test afar one of tfwm is tested positive for HIV. This play is particularfy592 words
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Advertisement210 1998-01-23 4 m onwardifl Savary Reunion Dinner Means by Hong Kong xnasterchefs available for 4 to 12 persons Prosperity “Yu Sheng” serving from 26 Jan-11 Jan 98 Dinner on 26 27 Jan starts from: 5.30 pm. we are open at 10.00 am from 29 Jan to 4 Feb 98 i g ft210 words
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ENTERTAINMENT
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Article, Illustration517 1998-01-23 5 CELINE TEO - Kampong boys ready to record their music By CELINE TEO A BUNCH of kampong boys, who used to play football together at school, are now playing their brand of music at live gigs. Hopefully, they will soon be playing within the four walls of a studio recording517 words
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Advertisement219 1998-01-23 5 9L < M. FREE SALMON YU SHENG* Celebrate a prosperous and lucky New Year! Have a grand feast of complete satisfaction with these delicious set menus and get a special serving of Salmon Yu Sheng. absolutely FREE! VALID FROM 29 JANUARY TILL 11 FEBRUARY ‘9B Free Yu Sheng for advance219 words
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Article, Illustration502 1998-01-23 6 PEARLIN SIOW - Wrap-arounds reveal skinny yet well-defined bodies Look angelic in white, sexy in black By PEARLIN SIOW FEMINISTS will cry foul over this designer’s inspiration for his spring collection. “I design for an elegant woman who is tall and thin,” said designer Isaac Mizrahi, unabashedly. His502 words
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Advertisement155 1998-01-23 6 THASEVI FOOD EATING HOUSE The Traditional And Popular Roti Praia In Singapore mt rooo wm 2?* Specialities: Fish-head Curry, Fried Mutton Cutlets, Tandoori Chicken, Mutton Ribs, Nasi Beriyani. Daily: 6a.m.- 10.30 D.m. Every Friday: dosed from 12 pm 2.30 pm. Rest Day: Last Friday of each month. 237 /239jabn Kayu.155 words
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Advertisement9 1998-01-23 6 FIIME COFFEES TASTE THE DIFFERENCE! SUNTEC CITY MALL #Ol-KOB9 words
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Advertisement65 1998-01-23 7 Riverside Point #Ol-07, 30 Merchant Road Singapore *****2 Tel: 438 2890 Fax 438 4582 Business Hours: 11am -11 pm Treat Yourself To Authentic Thai Cuisine Don It Miss i= $8 i P or Dish PROMOTION (Minimum 2 Diahes Per Person) Chilli Crab Prawn Tang Hoon Seafood Hotplate Pepper Beef Hotplate65 words
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Advertisement95 1998-01-23 7 KIM'S PLACE 477 CHANCI ROAD SINGAPORE *****3 TEL: 741 9838/. 742 1119 "Hong Yun Yu Sheng" Serving now from $lB onwards! K Xt: X: A. k. V SIMS AVENUE WE ARE HERE ■4- CHANCI ROAD ■>s* i/Ve iv/s/ies a// our valued customers a we will be: Closed from 26 Jan95 words
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Article, Illustration513 1998-01-23 8 M J SHE - By M J SHE TEAK is a good choice, if you arc looking for furniture for your new home or simply rc-decorating. Like wine, teak becomes better with age. An older piece of teak is less likely to warp. The grain of the wood denotes513 words
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Article, Illustration208 1998-01-23 8 GINNY SEAH - By GINNY SEAH RECREATE the cosy ambience of colonial-style living with replicas from this shop. Artlinks has taken the unique blend of East and West in old colonial houses and reproduced it so that you can own a piece of its charm. It has208 words
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Advertisement184 1998-01-23 8 Clean Cost Qood service by large staff Opening Honrs: 10.30am-I.ooam Dally The Management like to wish all valued customer a Happy Properous New Year MASSAGE SAUNA STEAM j r Wellness Centre m urn >i< h>iii is >■»»!■ win run iuot] TR: *****77 *736 2938 Chinese Seal Promotion Present this ad184 words
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WEEKLY DIARY
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Article368 1998-01-23 9 "Lunar Wonders at Suntec City Mall”: Dance of the Dragon Watch Singapore’s longest dragon at the worlds largest fountain. The 225-ft (69-m) dragon, together with eight lions, will roar in the New Year to the beat of the drums. When: Saturday and Sunday, 6.30 pm.368 words
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Article, Illustration96 1998-01-23 9 HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK "Young Guitar Virtuosos of Italy'’: The Italian Cultural Institute and Tomas Music Consultants will be featuring up and coming artistes from Italy. Kicking off the series is Italian duet, Duo Eirene, which comprises of Paola Minussi and Ester Poli, who have won many96 words
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Advertisement133 1998-01-23 9 m m m o4aace PaAfUaA Foodcourt outlet: SI, Neil Rd Wl-14/IS/16 S'pore *****9 Tel: *****51 Restaurant: 12. Afiwal St (Off Beach Road) Singapore *****5 Tel: *****28 Fax: *****31 AUUvOnilC nfMVvO^MSMK lUkfelmk noiau&vi ronpvm RolMt-up yourself style mmm±m v We will be closed for Lunar New o Year at the following133 words
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Advertisement185 1998-01-23 9 Plaza #Ol-13 wtitttf 6l ittcludatf (d£ (an ftmcA <x*U mtmi. i&X, ix I it it *X Lunar New Year'* E* Open till 3am (Only i Chinatown) Buaineu aa i on Ist A 2nd day of Lunar New Year (2 pm-11 Open ,Vv, *»WT Coni to o Ur nfr WBu4i IP185 words
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Lo Hei & Lunar Goodies
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Article, Illustration72 1998-01-23 10 FEAST on mouth-watering dishes such as baked honey chicken, braised superior shark-fin soup with seafood and stir-fried prawns with scallops in taro nest. Created specially for the festive season, they are available from the set menus of Hua Yuen Chinese Restaurant at Grand Plaza Hotel. Prices for72 words
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Article, Illustration82 1998-01-23 10 FOR something different, savour Thai yu sheng. Flavoured with a sauce that combines a host of Thai spices such as coriander roots, bird chillies, fresh red chillies, garlic, fish sauce, lime juice and sugar. There are four varieties abalone ($5O for 4 persons), salmon ($3682 words
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Article, Illustration77 1998-01-23 10 A GIFT idea for friends and relatives when you go visiting this festive season are these New Year cookies. Packed in an elegant Lunar New Year box, the cookies cost $28.80 per box and are available from Shangri-La Hotel’s Chinese New Year Goodies Shop. Also77 words
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Article, Illustration79 1998-01-23 10 SEND your Lunar New Year greetings on a nian gao. Topped with a film of edible gold leaf to symbolise an abundance of wealth, the fish-shaped nian gao has a chocolate-flavoured four-character Chinese greeting. There’s also Golden Xin nian gao which comes in three flavours79 words
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Article, Illustration346 1998-01-23 11 JULIANA YEH - By JULIANA YEH THIS place is not like the usual entertainment and drinking spots at Planet Marina. And though its location is not one to rave about (unless you drive), this restaurant promises more than just booze. Here, one gets to feast on some delicious seafood.346 words
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Article, Illustration308 1998-01-23 11 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN GARNISHED with beautiful vegetable carvings of birds, the dishes looked too lovely to eat. But you won’t be able to resist the food at Orient Ocean. Owned by the same company which runs 88 Restaurant and Xiang Court- Cantonese Restaurant, Orient Ocean308 words
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Article, Illustration410 1998-01-23 12 GINNY SEAH - By GINNY SEAH STUCK for a late night supper haunt after partying? This new Taiwan porridge restaurant stays open till 4 am and is not dingy or out of the way. Conveniently located across the courtyard from Studio City Cinemas and a short drive from410 words
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Article, Illustration285 1998-01-23 13 JULIANA YEH - By JULIANA YEH YU SHENG has always been a must-have for the Lunar New Year. Folklore has it that two poor brothers caught some fish which they tried to sell during the spring festival. Finding no buyers, they had no choice but to consume it285 words
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Article, Illustration208 1998-01-23 15 GINNY SEAH - By GINNY SEAH WANT a healthy reunion dinner this year? Then you might want to try Taiwan porridge. Springleaf Taiwan Porridge Restaurant serves sweet potato porridge cooked with a mixture of pearl and fragrant rice. The porridge goes well with any of their 150 dishes. Some dishes208 words
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Article, Illustration323 1998-01-23 16 JULIANA YEH - By JULIANA YEH SERVING exotic French-Vietnamese cuisine, this eatery’s standard can easily compare with upmarket restaurants in town. So, for those who do not want the hassle of driving downtown to jostle with the crowd for fine dining. Bistro Chez Moi on East323 words
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Article, Illustration433 1998-01-23 17 GINNY SEAH - Have delicious meats and veggies cooked in 20 seconds at Mongolian barbecue By GINNY SEAH IMMERSE yourself in a little bit of Mongolia at Park Mall. With its tent-like cooking area, spears, sandy tiles and colour-coded chairs to represent different “tribes”, the ambience at433 words
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Advertisement68 1998-01-23 10 'o'* B •-> ■%> A* <P A *.*F wp 'A i J" 7 ssbikl Special Flavour! Ideal Festive Gift! Pineapple BBQ Pork Fa Choy BBQ Chicken Main Outlet 465, Changi Road Singapore *****6 Tel: 742 6853 Fax: 742-5322 near Kembangan (E7) MRT Branch Blk 32. People's Park opp. McDonald WISHING68 words
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Advertisement310 1998-01-23 11 i 13 i i 1 mb 5i t 5 1 13 13 0 0 kT 13 13 h* 0 is 13 0 13 o 0 Claypot double boiled superior shark-fin with four taels of shark-Fin (double amount) $38.80 per serving. This super value dish is truly enjoyable. Also Australian fresh310 words
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Advertisement54 1998-01-23 12 Different, r<jstc The C>i/f eren X 15% Discount For Lunch Dinner 11 pm~3pm 6pm~ 10.30 pm ,0 Discountß^^M^M For Supper (Above discount is valid an n j an 98 W **< V: V t vali f- iiiswrirtorti m JADELEAF t s S still ■jn m 5^7 V obster Salad, Claypot54 words
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Advertisement83 1998-01-23 13 Prosperity Yu Sheng Condiments! ‘ip /\t) 1 4& m 4 All these Yu Sheng products are available at leading supermarkets and Prima Deli oudets. They enable you to toss for prosperity with family and friends at home and in the office. B E MARKETING PTE LTD 705 Sims Drive #O4-1383 words
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Advertisement412 1998-01-23 14 FREE FA CAI YU SHENG Welcome the New Year with great fortune and prosperity! Take pleasure from these full-flavoured set menus and get an extra serving of good luck with our Free Fa Cai Yu Sheng. Valid from 29 January till 11 February "98 [For 10 Persons) FREE YU SHENG412 words
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Advertisement75 1998-01-23 15 > 4 I I I I -.-I- f *<!«:: 111 T r T SUaittttoa ,v^ZON ft _UJK» T .*i./‘i I' i -.ntri fj m itf ■>& 11 Vi «l. ill ii u 11 i/' rr SL J A Mil ill HH *«*r -rff \'~r\ fei d fijjfajSliJ z -fl r75 words
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Advertisement469 1998-01-23 16 ¥0 V CHINESE NEW YEAR MENU L^jl v\’ to. CATERING MENU \/£*i(tWr*& «-Hsn (4*«»4#) Vietnamese 4 Treasure Cold Flitter ±4**( Vietnamese Seafood Thick Soap to#>4 W*W* Coconut Cub **>**. Reyil Baked Oyster t Pan-Fried Scallop witk BiocoUi 74*.* **,*>*> Vietnamese Fried Noodle Vietnifie Dessert tt-=*4± **4± Complimentary Salmon Yu Sheng469 words
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Advertisement173 1998-01-23 17 E Khan Monogolian BE>Q_ (Sumptuous buffet dinner available daily: Tiger Prawns, Smoked Salmon, Seafood Salad, Mussels, Black-pepper Beef Fillet Mongolian BBQ, Assorted Pastries, Desserts, and many more. Plus our Lunar New Year Highlights. Lunar New Year (Specials (17/1 /98 to 11 /2/98) Teppanyak Crayfish With X.O Sauce Oyster On Ice,173 words
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Article, Illustration219 1998-01-23 18 Good customer service, reasonable prices and quality products draw customers here THIS company has found the right formula to stay in business. “Isrida has survived well through word of mouth,” admits owner Mr Mohamad Shaik. Well known among the Shenton Way crowd, the company219 words
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Article, Illustration187 1998-01-23 18 LOOKING beautiful this Lunar New Year is not about piling on more make-up but taking it off the right way. Many women tend to concentrate on make-up to add colour but it is the condition of the skin that determines how radiant you look.187 words
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Advertisement54 1998-01-23 18 A Koi A 55 DUltfOOlllO nauiii w ALL FURNITURE AT 20% 50% DISCOUNT King KoH (3-IN-ONE) |i .it.,. n actress wr o headboard WOO KING KOIL MATTRESSES 30% 50% SALE tm&rnil IT f R» J-II C w f rTwi 09Hvwj -*m kRBLE DINING SET IX6 SPECIAL PRICE $950 HIRE PURCHASE54 words
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Advertisement116 1998-01-23 18 A. M. GOH TRADING CO. Blk 3 Defu Lane 10 #Ol -590 5(*****4) Tel *****16 *****55 Open 8.30 am to 6.30 pm (Mon to Sat) New Tyre 175/70 x 13-$65 Usual Price $75 185/60 x 14-$BO Usual Price $95 Min purchase 4 pcs new tyres get FREE Wheel alignment adjust116 words
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Advertisement211 1998-01-23 19 TM THE WIDEST SILK &TIE COLLECTIONS New Arrivals Mandarin collar printed blouse (short sleeve) s£jT $25 (long sleeve) $29 Long pants $29 Cheongsam Blouse (long-sleeve) s>£’"s29 Long pants $29 Cheongsam Dress (long) >5? $35 Chepngsam Dress (short) s29 Cheongsam Blouse (long sleeve) $39 Long pants $29 m- jm tm 1211 words
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INTERVIEW
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Article, Illustration516 1998-01-23 20 PERSEVERANCE finally paid off for this 29-year-old fashion designer. Leslie Chia (left) faced parental objection and a business failure, but carried on stoically. Now a full-fledged fashion designer with a successful label, The Clothes Publisher, this publicity-shy young man has finally achieved his dreams. A516 words
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OUT AND ABOUT
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Article, Illustration294 1998-01-23 20 HARD Rock Cafe is celebrating its eighth anniversary with an eight-day promotion. Staning from next month until February 8, diners at this rock-and-roll restaurant can order items from the $8 promotional menu, which includes classics such as chicken caesar salad, cheeseburger and barbecued294 words
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Advertisement182 1998-01-23 20 jWJ-MB&'iM LAST 3 DAYS European Export Quality Design. Widest Range TEAKWOOD ‘OUTDOOR FURNITURE’ Made to last. Ideal for indoors outdoors For homes: Patio, balconies, gardens. Hotels: Restaurants, cafeterias, poolsides. --.V QUALITY PARASOLS Finely hand-crafted Paraaois In blue, green I natural white Durable Nyatoh wood oil-treated for lasting value. r .n.l|.182 words
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EATING OUT
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Article, Illustration440 1998-01-23 21 M J SHE - By M J SHE CALL it resourcefulness or attribute it to the current economic climate, but some restaurants are staying open throughout the Lunar New Year holidays. So, this festive season, think Thai when you tire of the traditional goodies and take a trip440 words
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Article, Illustration187 1998-01-23 21 JOCELYN WEE - By JOCELYN WEE HERE’S a cafe that will give any reputable restaurant a run for its money. Ris Cafe, at NTUC Pasir Ris Resort, has an added touch of elegance which may surprise many. The cafe serves Eastern and Western cuisine. Diners can start187 words
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Advertisement67 1998-01-23 21 tfOCH IN 5? *4 a #-s Prosperity Salmon Yee Sheng, Vegetarian Roll, Kum Huang Pork Ribs many others available during Chinese New Year. We are open from 2nd day of Chinese New Year. We do catering for all parties. 162 Upper East Coast Road 5(*****9) Tel: 243 0093 Fax: 44467 words
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Advertisement59 1998-01-23 21 Y&i MOMIJI FESTIVE CELEBRATION On all food and beverages Valid for 2 days only! (31/01/98 01/02/98) s. V'V :a For reservation. call: 334 1722 334 1707 MOMIJI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 109 North Bridge Road #O3-06 Funan Centre Singapore *****7 6 xV No further discount will be entertained with VIP/Privilege cards or59 words
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Advertisement413 1998-01-23 22 GALAXY DE SAUNA Come and pamper yourself In our newly renovated GALAXY. Our experienced and charming Masseuses will soothe your day. Swedish Shiatsu Massage Foot Reflexology Steam Sauna Well-Furnished room with shower attached. TV Coffee Lounge EjE Our most popular blind j| Masseur Mr Teo Seng Huat is professionally trained413 words
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Advertisement1186 1998-01-23 23 22 DOMESTIC HELP 101 RELIGIOUS ANNOUNCEMENT 103 INTRODUCERS Looking For A Good Maid TUB MAID SERVICE THAT PEOPLE TALK ABOUT Jr Ihi 1 Hih I hint \ym\ ill Part'll ay Parade (bailee I Iky Head Office Branch 80 Marine Parade Road 60 Collyer Quay Un-t 2C 305-03. Parkway Parade Charge1,186 words
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Advertisement288 1998-01-23 24 Radiant Skin j'■ In Just ten Minutes twice a day! Esterelle Coffret Home Peeling JDeveloped in France by a French Dermatologist, the Esterelle range contains glycolic alpha hydroxyacid (AHA) which gives you fantastic results in just minutes! Esterelle Home Peeling improves skin problems like: Uneven Skin Pimples Acne Scars Dry,288 words
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