New Nation, 7 February 1973
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Title Section18 1973-02-07 1 NEW NATION SINGAPORE Wednesday evening, February 7, 1973 No. 632 Price 15 cents SINOAPOftI WBNBOAY, RMOARY 7,. 197318 words
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Article12 1973-02-07 1 Police reported 79 accidents yesterday. Three were serious, 3 fatal.12 words
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Article182 1973-02-07 1 Buoyancy marked the share market this morning after opening on a quiet note. United Plantation was temporarily suspended pending an announcement when the market started. In the industrial sector, OCBC and Haw Par provided the lead by gains of 50 cents each to $34.00 and $11.90 respectively.182 words
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227 1973-02-07 1 Music lesson upset United Press International Paris, Wednesday Fifteen teenagers died last night in a fire which swept through a Paris school. Police said eight more people were missing. A police spokesman said: "Fifteen are dead, 14 injured and eight others missing." TheUnited Press International - 227 words
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Article76 1973-02-07 1 Tel Aviv, Wednesday.— Rabbi Meir Kahane, head of the Jewish Defence League (JDL) and three others were charged here yesterday over an alleged attempt to smuggle arms out of Israel. JDL members had told a Press conference they wanted to send arms abroad for terrorist activities against76 words
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Article, Illustration307 1973-02-07 1 Whitlam: Plan suits all members of pact United Press International Canberra, Wednesday Prime Minister Gough Whitlam said yesterday the Australian government policy in withdrawing combat troops did not in any way Jeopardise the fivepower defence pact with Malaysia and Singapore. Mr. Whitlam announced last week thatUnited Press International - 307 words
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Article407 1973-02-07 1 Dr. K due for talks Washington, Wednesday Presidential adviser Dr. Henry Kissinger is to visit Laos on Friday to discuss the prospects for a ceasefire there following the Vietnam peace accord. A White House announcement yesterday said Dr. Kissinger would also go to Bangkok before407 words
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Article50 1973-02-07 1 Belfast, Wednesday Guerrillas blew up a giant chicken hatchery at Dungannon near here, last night destroying about 1,600,000 chicks and eggs. A police spokesman said: "There will probably be a chicken shortage. It will also affect about 400 farmers who make their living 1 raising the chicks.50 words
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Article32 1973-02-07 1 Tokyo, Wednesday A 26-year-old security guard, upset over his involvement in a traffic accident in which two men died, committed suicide by confining himself inside a large refrigerator, police said.32 words
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Article308 1973-02-07 1 UPI, Reuter Uppsala, Wednesday Two strong earthquakes and a volcano eruption were reported across the Asiatic land mass yesterday. A. report from HONG KONG said an intense earthquake hit a remote mountain province of western China last night. The Hong Kong Royal Observatory said the tremor InUPI, Reuter - 308 words
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Article, Illustration364 1973-02-07 1 Abby Tan - By Abby Tan Chinese screen super strongman Bruce Lee has reformed. His next film will be educational. According to the producer of his box-office smash hits, the blood and violence that has typified Bruce Lee's films will be missing, or will appear only In364 words
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127 1973-02-07 1 Britain will take the lead to protect exports from Singapore and other ASEAN nations to EEC countries from discrimination, Mr P. 8. Fielding. the British tfigh Commission's commercial counsellor, said today. Speaking on Britain and the European Economic Commission at the Rotary Club127 words
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147 1973-02-07 1 The First Cabaret Four Seas Entertainment Private Ltd. in Maxwell Road was fined $150 this morning by the Ninth Magistrate for employing an underaged girl as a dance hostess. The girl, who is three months short of 16. is said to be pregnant147 words
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Advertisement156 1973-02-07 1 snsioE TODRV f ACL l Ticket fcufs A r) ng «.o hj r d to ma PACE 3 Wur'tj voy age m concrcte boat. PACE > Troop tjt talks A surprise by Reds PAI>E 6: Country re port on Ir.du PAGE 9; 7b v carrot and stick-approach to bringing up156 words
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Miscellaneous16 1973-02-07 1 Forecast Singapore's weather outlook for today between 1 and 6 p.m. Isolated showers. See Page 216 words
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349 1973-02-07 2 Douglas Chan - <Can't be completely wiped out' By Douglas Chan Ticket touts in Singapore cannot be completely wiped out,, according to the head of the Customs Licences and Entertainment Duty Division. Senior Superintendent Mr. Eric Paglar said: "Although tout syndicates In the Katong and349 words
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Article47 1973-02-07 2 Professor Phoon Wai-On has been re-elected president of the Society of Occupational Medicine Other officials are Dr. Chew Pin Kee. secretary; Dr. Chau Sik Tin*, treasurer. and Dr. Wan Wei Pheng and Dr. Oh Slew Leong, committee members. Dr. Phoon Wai-Hoong Is the auditor.47 words
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Article, Illustration286 1973-02-07 2 His eyes can see 3,000 years back as far as carpets are concerned. And behind this skilful eye of carpet connoisieur Zephyr Amir lies more than 26 years of experience. And the technique by which he identifies each piece? "Simple," he said, "I can286 words
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Article32 1973-02-07 2 The Association of Singapore Business Executives has won the right to represent several categories of executives of McAlister and Company through a secret ballot conducted by the Labour Ministry recently.32 words
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188 1973-02-07 2 Soft drink manufacturers are expected to make a joint announcement soon on the increase in the prices of aerated water. The decision to raise prices was reached after a series of meetings among representatives of various soft drink producers. Informed sources said188 words
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Article80 1973-02-07 2 The National Productivity Board an dthe Singapore Institute of Personnel Management will hold a conference on the recruitment and selection of manpower from Feb. 15 to 16. The conference hopes to offer creative ideas to help improve the recruitment and selection procedures for the efficient running of an80 words
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Article110 1973-02-07 2 Results of the Singapore Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary) level examination for Chinese, Malay and Tamil streams will be out next week. Results of the Government Higher School Certificate (Chinese) examination are also expected to be ready at the same time. "Results or the HSC110 words
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99 1973-02-07 2 The cholera patient admitted to Middleton Hospital last week is reported to be making satisfactory progress and is likely to be discharged in a week's time. A Ministry of the Environment spokesman said no further cases were reported. The 51-year-old patient. a fitter in Jurong,99 words
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Article113 1973-02-07 2 The Singapore Industrial Labour Organisation (SILO) has negotiated with 83 companies involving 36,700 workers on the National Wages Council recommendations. According to the latest SILO newsletter, 2,300 of the workers received an annual wage supplement for the first time and 10,700 had their annual bonus113 words
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Article29 1973-02-07 2 Police have arrested a man on suspicion ol mur derlng an old man at Jalan Berseh last Thursday. He kas picked up at Seranlgoon Road yesterday morning.29 words
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Miscellaneous127 1973-02-07 2 EMMS Today's winning number *****9 If the last six digits of your Singapore Identity card number are those shown above, you can claim a $300 Post Office Savings Bank Gift Voucher. Your voucher will be paid into a Post Office Saving Bank account in your name. Call with your identity127 words
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Miscellaneous473 1973-02-07 2 HRPPEHinCS ""So*™ Dr. Gwee Ah Leng Is giving a talk. on IN SEARCH OF STABILITY at the Lions Club of Singa pore lunch meeting at Cafe Allegro, Goodwood Park Hotel. A 10 lecture COURSE ON ADVANCED ACCOUNTS will be conducted by the University of Singapore's Extramural Studies Department at Nissen473 words
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338 1973-02-07 3 Bharathi Mohan - 200 failed to pay their debts owing to firm By Bharathi Mohan More than 200 former subscribers and their guarantors of Gemini Chit Fund Corporation are to be charged in Court on Feb. 14 and 17 for failing to settle dues owing to the company. The338 words
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192 1973-02-07 3 About 100 car dealers from 15 countries will meet in Singapore this month to discuss, among other things, anti-pollution and road safety measures The Ford Dealers Conference, will be held at the Shangri-La Hotel from Feb. 18 to 22. Among those attending are192 words
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Article49 1973-02-07 3 The Gan Eng Seng School Advisory Committee is organising a Chinese New Year dinner at the Shangri-la Hotel on Feb. 17. at 8 p.m. The guest of honour will be the MP for Anson Mr. P. Govindasamy. Tickets at $15 a person are available at the school.49 words
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Article, Illustration608 1973-02-07 3 Sonny Yap, Pauline Khng - Island of women the highlight By Sonny Yap, Pauline Khng A concrete boat built here by an American travel writer will sail soon on a globe-girdling voyage spanning a chain of exotic islands. "As soon as we iron out our technical problems and put the608 words
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Article304 1973-02-07 3 Security and good prospects are uppermost in the minfls of most Singaporeans when they look for a job, according to a recent sociological survey. Next in order of importance is how interesting the job is, and how much opportunity there Is to use one's talents.304 words
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Article35 1973-02-07 3 Dr. Lau Teik Soon, lecturer from the Political Science Department of the University of Singapore will talk on current International affairs at the Calrnhlll Community Centre at 8 p.m. on February 15.35 words
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Article28 1973-02-07 3 Professor Choi Kw a 1 Keong will talk on Youth and Society In Mandarin at the Telok Ayer Community Centre at 8 p.m. on Friday.28 words
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Miscellaneous151 1973-02-07 3 rwiTin Temperatures In world cities yesterday: Jakarta 31-22 C Kuala Lumpur 31-22 C Bangkok 34-22 C Hong Kong 24-18 C Manila 31-18 C Talpeh 19-16 C Naha 21-19 C Seoul 1-minus 3C Tokyo 13-7 C Paris 6-1 C London 10-7 C Moscow 2-mlnus 2C New York 5-OC Rome 17-OC Sydney151 words
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In Person
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Article, Illustration400 1973-02-07 4 Conducted by Ruth Moses, Tel: *****1 THE CHINESE New Year weekend saw a long string of parties ranging from those planned by community centres to "open houses" where everyone was welcome to drop 1& and exchange Kong Hee Fatt Choys and400 words
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Article, Illustration50 1973-02-07 4 Two-year-old Fuzzy's name describes him best. He has greyish-black fuzzy fur which gives him a soft cuddy look. The pup is very affectionate but he is also a good watch dog. If you wish to adopt him, call at the S.P.C.A., 151, Orchard Read, or ring *****9.50 words
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566 1973-02-07 4 r 1 From the DOG HOUSE By PG Last week I replied a letter concerning a man who had his dog put to sleep because it had a defect which it could pass on to its progeny with the consequent weakening of the566 words
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Advertisement138 1973-02-07 4 TIARA now appearing.. to BILLY ANDRE From Jan.29th to Feb. 10th! It's Billy Andre Again! The man with the platinum voice. Brought back by popular demand. Billy sings romantic ballads that have made him famous on T.V. and nightclubs around the world. Dine and dance in elegant surrounding! Music provided138 words
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Advertisement98 1973-02-07 4 You can help this dog fay giving ygurßog Ken-L Ration. I Every can of K#rH_ Ration is rationed amounts of vitamins and minerals, proteins and carbohydrates. Gives your dog a wholesome, 1 balanced meal. Keeps him strong and his coat glossy. I And every can of Ken-L Ration has a98 words
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Article, Illustration125 1973-02-07 5 Jakarta, Wednesday—Visiting US Vice President, Mr. Bpiro Agnew, yesterday briefed Indonesia's political leaders about the post-war situation in Vietnam and its implication for peace for South-East Asia. Mr. Agnew met for an hour with the Foreign Minister, Mr. Adam Malik, at the palace guest-house125 words
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214 1973-02-07 5 Reuter Manila, Wednesday.—The Philippines will launch a diplomatic offensive for world acceptance of the Archipelago Doctrine on territorial seas to protect the integrity of archipelagic states, it was officially announced here yesterday. President Marcos has designated former Senator Arturo Tolentlno and Solicitor GeneralReuter - 214 words
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218 1973-02-07 5 Reuter Paris, Wednesday. A French medical research team claimed yesterday it has discovered a revolutionary vaccine against influenza which will be effective against all strains of the disease. Production has already started and it will be available in France shortly, researchers at the PasteurReuter - 218 words
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Article217 1973-02-07 5 Reuter Washington, Wednesday. —President Nixon yesterday assured Jordan's King Hussein of continuing US economic and military aid at the start of a new diplomatic drive to find a settlement of the Arab-Israeli crisis in the Middle East. The President and the King conferred for 70Reuter - 217 words
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167 1973-02-07 5 Reuter London, Wednesday. Britain's Labour Party pledged yesterday to oust all private landlords in London if it wins the municipal elections next April. The threat was taken seriously in political circles since election surveys give the Labour Party a good chance of regaining controlReuter - 167 words
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339 1973-02-07 5 'Exempt Hungary' call UPI, Reuter Vienna, Wednesday The Soviet Union sprang a new surprise at a preparatory meeting here for the EastWest troop cut talks yesterday by claiming that its forces in Hungary could not be covered by any potential agreement. The RussiansUPI, Reuter - 339 words
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Article44 1973-02-07 5 New York, Wednesday— A middle-aged man committed suicide in St. Petersburg Florida, yesterday when he jumped from the top of the 158 foot (48. 16 meters) main span of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge over the mouth of Tampa Bay.44 words
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263 1973-02-07 5 UPI, Reuter Belfast, Wednesday.—Leaders of Northern Ireland's one million Protestants vowed yesterday "we will resist" the province's antiterrorism laws and called a one-day strike to kick off the resistance. The immediate cause of protest was detention ororders issued against toUPI, Reuter - 263 words
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Advertisement81 1973-02-07 5 We have moved from Tudor Court,Tanglin Road,to R00m147 81st Floor Specialist Centre Orchard Road A stop here will make yourdcty <); tie Sim -h! I'i.vu Svv M' kw:ioi I B.P.dc Silva Ptc.Ltd I) !i>i 1 -:,it>!ixticu IL;ul Olive h 1 v...,!ci- sn Sn •-.•puu' :di Si: cc!. Id FEEL 10-FEET81 words
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BEHIND THE NEWS
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Article, Illustration1716 1973-02-07 6 Lewis Simons - COUNTRY REPORT 1 INDIA From Lewis Simons Washington Post India's colleges and universities, on c e a breeding ground of revolutionaries in the drive for national independence, are slipping into complacent decay. A handful of students, manipulated by politicians, are forcing school after schoolWashington Post - 1,716 words
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752 1973-02-07 6 A.S. Abraham - From A.S. Abraham Washington Post No visitor from India to the United States can escape being asked by Americans about his country's failure to curb the birthrate. Few Americans are aware of the scale of India's campaign to limit family Size. FewerWashington Post - 752 words
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926 1973-02-07 6 Washington Post The government of India took over the administration of Andhra Pradesh in a last-ditch effort to keep the state Irom breaking up some days ago. Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and her cabinet made the decision to impose centralWashington Post - 926 words
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Article369 1973-02-07 7 Protest against freeze hots up Reuter London, Wednesday Trade union opposition to the British Govifnment's a nt i inflationary measures strengthened yesterday when leaders of gas workers and civil servants issued national strike calls. And unions representing miners, teachers and dock workers threatened industrial actionReuter - 369 words
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233 1973-02-07 7 United Press International New York, Wednesday. The International League for the Rights of Man yesterday deplored the mass expulsion of Asians from Uganda and compared it with the policy of apartheid In South Africa. In a letter of protest to Secretary General KurtUnited Press International - 233 words
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227 1973-02-07 7 United Press International Sao Paulo, Wednesday— An expedition of Indian experts has established contact with a mysterious tribe living in the jungles of Mato Grosso. A report in the newspaper O Estado said the expedition led by Mr. Claudio Vilas-Boas sighted the tribeUnited Press International - 227 words
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Article, Illustration96 1973-02-07 7 A rope and a towing tryck could not get this car out of its rut. The brand new car was travelling along Cavanagh Road this morning when it went off the road and ended half on and half off the road. Only its longer96 words
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Advertisement117 1973-02-07 7 The real mystery about Irish whiskey is that so few people drink it, except in Irish Coffee. If you're an appreciative Irish Coffee drinker you'll want to discover John Jameson Irish Whiskey on its own. It's the whiskey that's different... because it's smoother and mellower. Pure Irish spirit distilled with117 words
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Miscellaneous343 1973-02-07 7 Quiz object No. 185 $35 for seaman A SPECIAL QUIZ Last Thursday's quiz photograph showed a crash helmet. The only correct entry was received from Mr. George Sahaya, a seaman, of Lorong 6. Toa Payoh. He wins $35. Friday's quiz photograph showed a tennis ball. All the correct entries were343 words
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Article407 1973-02-07 8 The Vietnamese ceasefire is a welcome first step to peace in Indochina, but the UN Secretary General, Dr. Waldheim appears to be unduly optimistic when he concludes from this that there Is new a bright gleam of hope that the serious conflict* of Asia407 words
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'WHISPERS' by ISPY
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Article68 1973-02-07 8 Those of you who missed the firing of crackers thi* New Year may be Interested to know that as early as 1848 there was a btui on cracker-firing In Singapore. It wasn't on grounds of noise pollution though, that It was opposed. The objection against firing68 words
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Article62 1973-02-07 8 Guess who's coming for a seminar! None other than Mr. Thanat Khoman, the former Foreign Minister of Thailand, who has been the subject of much table talk since his letter to the Straits Times recently. I understand he has been invited to take part In a seminar62 words
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Article, Illustration1063 1973-02-07 8 DICK WILSON - DICK WILSON The odd man out at the moment in the Aaian power game is the Soviet Union. After their earlier success In the Indian subcontinent over the backing of Bangladesh, the Russians appear to have been outmanoeuvred In East and1,063 words
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Letters
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Article342 1973-02-07 8 The Specialist's Centre at Orchard Road, after allowing free parkins facilities for some months, began charging fees at 30 cents per half-hour recently. My first visit to this edifice after the introduction of parking fees was 2Sth January, at about 9.30 ajn. and at some point342 words
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Article102 1973-02-07 8 For the past 12 months, I have been taking bus service No. 150—from Braddel Road to Beach Road, to work. This is the only direct bus. Every morning I have to spend one hour to reach my office. To my disappointment, I have been late102 words
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Article180 1973-02-07 8 A few weeks ago, I read In the New Nation of someone wanting to know if it was possible for RTS to telecast more than just one soccer match weekly. However, I have not heard of anything being done to oblige that person. I'm sure that TV180 words
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Article199 1973-02-07 8 PENG HONG ENG - PENG HONG ENG I also strongly protest against the National Sports Promotion Board's plan to shorten swimming hours In public pools from four to one and three-quarter hours. This would be a disincentive to public-pool swimmers, as it would In effect raise the admission charge by199 words
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Article87 1973-02-07 8 YEONG KUM KEE - YEONG KUM KEE Public Relations Officer, Ministry of National Development. Singapore, 2. We refer to the letter by Resident Jim (NN, January 23) captioned Back Lane for Storage. Demolition notices have been served on the owners for the unauthorised structures and obstructions placed within the backlane. On87 words
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Advertisement241 1973-02-07 8 Write to The Editor, New Nation, Locked Bajf 15, GPO, Singapore, 1. For about $100 a day, the world is yours. You could sail on a big, white ocean liner, stay in luxury hotels, see Hongkong, Bangkok, Taipei, Japan or Sydney. And ttien fly back to Singapore at the end241 words
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Article2096 1973-02-07 9 Violet Oon - The common method is a combination of the carrot and stick By Violet Oon "All children are brought up by a combination of the carrot and the stick," said Mrs. Anne Wee, Head of the Social Work Department of the University of Singapore, when asked to describe2,096 words
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Article, Illustration1507 1973-02-07 9 Dial Torgerson - From Dial Torgerson Los Angeles Times It isn't just the young who now wear Jeans. Adults folow as children lead. The music, the dances, the new openness in discussing once taboo subjects all have come to adults from the land of theLos Angeles Times - 1,507 words
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SHOWBIZ
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Article, Illustration891 1973-02-07 10 Michele Willens - By Michele Willens What is Sandra Dee, the Gidget and Tammy of yesterday, like today, hovering around the 30 mark? The bubbly voice, the quick chatter, the warm, sparkling brown eyes and the light, long hair are the same. The body is still891 words
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Article, Illustration364 1973-02-07 10 PETER ONG - WITH PETER ONG Here's good news for all Elvis Presley fans in Singapore. I know many of you were disappointed when his recent Honolulu concert was not shown over rts But all is not lost. You can still hear him sing at the concert364 words
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Article, Illustration598 1973-02-07 10 Peter Ong - By Peter Ong Singer Cilia Black laments publicly over her nose. Tom Jones says he used to be a teenage thug. And Cat Stevens calls himself a "frustrated lover." Surprising? You can bet your last dollar they are. More so when you think these words come598 words
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Article, Illustration1032 1973-02-07 10 Jerry Parker - By Jerry Parker "You don't think: One day I'm going to grow up and be a movie star!'" Diana Ross said. "Like all black kids growing up, we wanted to be nurses or school teachers. We never wished for too much. You learn not1,032 words
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325 1973-02-07 10 Violet Oon - By Violet Oon The second attraction in Donald Moore's February festival concession ticket offer is the piano and violin duo of Bernard Fauchet and Adele Auriol. They will perform at the Cultural Centre on Saturday. Both won first prizes at the Paris Conservatorie—325 words
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Article1154 1973-02-07 11 Comparing the 'myselves' of now and then TWIBH "You haven't changed at ail/' people say when they meet me for the first time since my return to Australia from Singapore. Probably most of them, once we part, comment to their relatives and friends on how much I1,154 words
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Article, Illustration389 1973-02-07 11 SHOWROOM Have you noticed how interior designs now tend towards shapelessness? Beds, sofas, chairs are all taking anything but definite shapes. They are either made up of several pieces that can be re-arranged according to various purposes, or come in amorphous masses—like the sack bag.389 words
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Article, Illustration400 1973-02-07 11 MAGGI KOH - MAGGI KOH How merrily the fires burned down the Channel Ooast and the fire-works exploded peripatetically all over the British Isles in 1897. It was the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria of Britain, last Empress of India. who had reigned for 60 years. My400 words
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209 1973-02-07 11 United Press International Los Angeles, Wednesday Eye make-up used by American women may be heavily contaminated with fungus and bacteria, according to a Georgia researcher. But there is no clear evidence yet that It can cause eye disease. Dr. Louis Wilson, an associatedUnited Press International - 209 words
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BUSINESS NEWS
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122 1973-02-07 12 Mosbert has ben appointed as managing agents of "First General Insurance to charge of the latters Insurance business in Malaysia and Brunei. The company anticipates a net profit of $150,000 from this new agreement which came into effect earlier this month. Mosbert122 words
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222 1973-02-07 12 The Philippines should diversify and balance the sources of its foreign investments to offset American domination of its economy, said Mr. Vicente T. Paterno, Chairman of the Philippines Board of Investments. Writing in the United Malayan Banking Corporation's latest economic review, Mr. Paterno,222 words
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Article, Illustration135 1973-02-07 12 Prices shot up on all fronts on the share market yesterday. Trading was firm and buying strong. The Straits Times Industrial Ordinary index recorded an alltime high of 539.65, 19.62 points higher. Compared with the previous peak registered on Jan. 12, it gained 7.36 points. The 0.C.8.C. allsector135 words
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538 1973-02-07 12 AVIATION In the bitter, never-end-ing battle for passengers, the United States' airlines are using some devastating weapons: free champagne and other wines, formal dining rooms, piano bars, magicians and Playboy bunnies, electric draw poker games, plus Bugs bunny and Daffy Duck, dressed in538 words
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187 1973-02-07 12 Reuter Brussels, Wednesday Common market Foreign Ministers have given themselves a time limit of one month to decide on an antiinflation package formally presented to them on Monday by the market commission. Informed sources said the ministers agreed at a meeting here not to discuss the proposalsReuter - 187 words
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569 1973-02-07 12 Washington, Wednesday Mr. Wilbur Mills, the most influential financial expert in Congress, said yesterday that further attacks on the dollar in Europe could lead to a very serious situation for the United States and possibly another devaluation. Mr. Mills, who is chairman569 words
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Article, Illustration227 1973-02-07 12 Seleniaof Italy, one of Europe's largest electronics manufacturers, has won a $3.1 million contract for the supply of a latest radar system to the Singapore International Airport. The contract is secured through Associated Technical Services, Selenla's local agents. The complete Installation of227 words
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710 1973-02-07 12 FISCAL 1973 WILL SHOW GAIN OF 20 P.C. OVER 1972 SAYS BANK Japan faces a bright economic future this year, with the various economic indicators showing a firmly rising trend. With an expanding economy and rising demand, it is predicted that fiscal 1973 will show710 words
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OVERSEAS STOCK EXCHANGE PRICES
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Article88 1973-02-07 12 Reuter Closing prices (in yen) yesterday: Nippons Steel 146 Iseki Agricultural Machinery Mfg 175 Konishiroku Photo Ind 285 Isuzu Motor 307 Fujikoshl 231 Takara Shuzo 140 Kawal Musical Instrument Mfg 280 Hitachi 222 Tokyo Shibaura Electric 146 Mitsubishi Heavy Ind 215 Teikoku S&nso 230 Nanajunana Bank 340 Automobil PartsReuter - 88 words
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Article271 1973-02-07 12 Prices at 11.30 a.m. today (Australian time): A baleen 11 12 do opts 02% 03% AOD 14 16 Allstate 21 22 Amad 07 09 Aurora 16 17 do opts 04 05 Aust Ant 13 14 Bamboo 08 10 Beach 55 57 Bounty Oil 01V6 02 Bridge 23 24 Castlereagh271 words
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Article220 1973-02-07 12 Alcan A1 24*', Allied Chem 31 Vx Allls Ch 10*4 52"* Am Can 29% AT A T 51% A A P Anaconda 20% At Rlchfld 76 Beth Stee! 26'i Beth Steel 26% Boeing 22% Boise C 10% Burroughs 220% Caterp Tra 62% Chrysler 36% Coca-Cola 143% Colgate 93%220 words
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Article35 1973-02-07 12 Dow Jones closing stock averages on the New York exchange yesterday: 30 Industrials 979.91 (up 1.51), 20 transport 203.86 (up 0.50>, 15 utilities 113.46 (off 0.10), 65 stocks 310.36 (ud 0.42). V35 words
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138 1973-02-07 12 United Press International New York. Wednesday. Prices closed mixed yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange as a narrow gain ran out of steam Trading was moderate. The Dow Jones industrial average of 30 selected blue-chip stocks was 1.51 points higher at 979.91United Press International - 138 words
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107 1973-02-07 12 Reuter, Kyodo Tokyo, Wednesday. The Tokyo Stock Exchange again began to plummet steeply today amid fears that the yen might be affected by the current dollar crisis in West Europe. Sell at any price orders were pouring in as brokers became alarmed by theReuter, Kyodo - 107 words
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Article165 1973-02-07 12 Closing prices (in francs) yesterday: Paribas 209 (209) Indochlne 257 (258) Foncier 397.50 400) Printemps 143.70 (143.80) CGE 445.50 (447.30) Bull 66.90 (66.90) Royal Dutch 190.50 (190.50) Michelin 1775 (1761) Thomson 179 (179.40) CFP 209 205.50) Rhone 161 (162.10) Air 347 (349.50) Philips 88.40 (88) Suez 340 (338) Citroen165 words
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135 1973-02-07 12 Sydney, Wednesday. Shipping rates for refrigerated cargo between Australia and Europe has risen by 9 per cent as a result of an agreement between the Australia-to-Europe Shipping Conference and the Australia-to-Europe Shippers' Association. Chairman of the association. Mr. A.F. Smith, told newsmen the arrangement135 words
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Advertisement481 1973-02-07 13 COSMOS TRAVELLING SERVICE, 5398-A, Golden Mil* Shopping Contra, Beach Rood, 2nd Floor, Singapore 7. Tel: *****5, *****. Deluxe Coach Tour: To visit 55 celebrated places of 22 towns in Thailand for 14 days at $252/- only. Bangkok 11 days $212/- Round trip 8 days 152/One way 4 days $85/- Haadyai/481 words
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Advertisement738 1973-02-07 13 MATHEMATICS 4 ENGLISH (Sec. 111/ IV); Individual Group Tuition. Experienced Graduate Teachers. Morning—Afternoon— Evening Success College: *****4/ *****2. MATHEMATICS LADY GRADUATE Pre -U, Secondary, Primory and Statistics. Morning/ afternoon. Individual coaching. Moderate fees ***** S'pore. MATHEMATICS, SCIENCES, ENGLISH/MANDARIN Conversational lessons for Primary/Secondary level. Miss Koh Tel: *****8 S'pore. ASIA DRIVING738 words
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Advertisement124 1973-02-07 13 RELIABLE CARS AT REALISTIC PRICES I*7l FORD ESCORT FOR DOR G.T. 1300 CC. —5«,400 1971 FORD FALCON 500 MANUAL 5,930 1970 FORD CORTINA SUPER I*oo C.C. 5,950 1970 FORD CORTINA C.T. I*oo CC. 6,350 1970 FORD ESCORT FORDOR 1100 CC DELUXE 5,500 1968 RENAULT RlO 3,450 1967 FAIRMONT AUTO. WITH124 words
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Article290 1973-02-07 14 Dennis Chia - By Dennis Chia Raffles Institution cleared its first hurdle in a bid to repeat last year's grand slam when the "A" boys won the City District Schools «oftball championships at Bras Basah Road yesterday. In a one-sided final, RI defeated St. Joseph's Institution 15-0 to290 words
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Article315 1973-02-07 14 Tokyo, Wednesday—Japan came back last night after two straight defeats last Saturday and Sunday and beat an all-European team for a 3-2 victory in their five scheduled women's international badminton meets. Japan won 3-2 on January 28 in Tokyo and 5-0 on January 29 in315 words
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Article, Illustration268 1973-02-07 14 Despite some good guards at the goal defence, Environment lost to Education One 27-3 }n the "A" division Inter-Ministry netball tournament at Serangoon Sports Club yesterday. The win ushers Education One to an even more definite position for the championship. They are now leading six points (three268 words
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Article, Illustration1518 1973-02-07 14 JEFFREY LOW - MR' SCENE UUITU JEFFREY LOW Pressurised soccer did the trick for Singapore Ui that fabulous 3-2 win over Chilean champions Union Espanola on Monday night. It was this fundamental strategy national coach Michael Walker has successfully drummed into the heads of our boys that1,518 words
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Article422 1973-02-07 14 Dennis Chia - By Dennis Chia The Singapore Amateur S e p a k Takraw Association is now undergoing a major reorganisation within itself to build up a strong team for this year's SEAP Games. The '?e organisation came about following complaints from players and public alike In422 words
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Miscellaneous351 1973-02-07 14 NEW NATION CROSSWORD ACKOSS 1 Be a match for. 5 Scorch. 9 Weak. 14 Seaport of Scotland. 15 River NW of Paris. 16 Wood: Prefix. 17 Heard about: Phrase. 19 Staring. 20 Conceal. 21 Panama. 23 Run. 24 Insect. 25 Make lace. 26 Vehicles. 28 Louisianian. 30 Ceases. 31 Silver351 words
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Article, Illustration339 1973-02-07 15 Sunday's race finishes at 1 1 v» >;' Kuala Lumpur Follow the horses marked with a if aC J' leadin past the 4f and into the straight with Security Check ranginc 5 s wel L up Bonnin* on stoutly, Mona Usa held on to win by a lenfth from Security339 words
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Article176 1973-02-07 15 From Blue Peter Kuala Lumpur, Wednesday Western Union, with Jim Johnson up showed winning form when he beat Melati (T.S. Chiam) in a 3f trial in 37 4/5. The track was still firm in spite of a shower last night, and only a few horses176 words
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Article241 1973-02-07 15 Las Vegas, Wednesday. Muhammad All, who says he is not worried about new heavyweight champ ion George Foreman, faces European, title-holder Joe Bugner of England in a 12round fight All promises will be another "St. Valentine's Day massacre." All, 33, will be making his241 words
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Article86 1973-02-07 15 New York, Wednesday The top money winners on the pro Slf tour through the Hawaiian >en Included (in U8 dollars): 1. Bruce Crampton (Australia) (63,398; 2. Rod FMnaeth $48,082 3. Jack Nlcklaus $41,675 4. Orvilie Moody H0,767; 5. John Schlee $***** 6. Lanny Wadklns $26,129; 7. Oay86 words
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393 1973-02-07 15 UK SOCCER ROUND-UP London, Wednesday Second Division Sheffield Wednesday held Crystal Palace to a 1-1 draw thanks to a last minute equaliser from Dave Sunley in their English Football Association Cup fourth round replay here last night. A 44,071 crowd saw Palace393 words
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Article95 1973-02-07 15 Johannesburg, Wednesday.— Five countries—The United States. Holland. France, West Germany and Japan have confirmed that they will be sending gymnastic teams to take part in the South African games to be held in Pretoria next month, it was announced here last night. The gymnastics events95 words
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Article215 1973-02-07 15 Kingston, Wednesday Playing an Innings which indicated he was nearing Test form. Doug Walters scored an unbeaten 64 and hit the winning run to streer the Australians to a five-wicket victory over Jamaica here yesterday. Set 240 for victory in 305 minutes, the Australians kept215 words
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Article, Illustration54 1973-02-07 16 Pretty Tammy Chow is a singer from Taiwan appearing at Mandarin Court, Mandarin Hotel. A youthful 19 she is not a slave to her singing career. She finds time to enjoy outdoor life. Swimming, bo w I ing and car rides are her hobbies. Picture by Michael Kwan.Picture by Michael Kwan - 54 words
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Article42 1973-02-07 16 AH FOOK: The Chingay procession certainly added colour to the festive season. I hope this will be an annual affair. MEI LIN: It's a good substitute for firecrackers. The parade, if held annually,- wil l be a top tourist attraction.42 words
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500 1973-02-07 16 By Derrick Tay Having had to wear glasses for almost three-quarters of my life, I had long grown to accept the fact that this was a cross that I would have to carry throughout the rest of my days on earth. This was till500 words
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Article164 1973-02-07 16 Today is Wednesday, February 7, the 38th day of 1973 with 327 to follow. THE MOON: Approaching its first quarter. THE MORNING STARS: Venus, Mars and Jupiter. THE EVENING STARS: Mercury and Saturn. Those born on this date are under the sign of Aquarius. Novelist Sinclair Lewis was born164 words
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Miscellaneous374 1973-02-07 16 5 Singapore 3.00 Opening and Housewives' Matinee The Selfish Husband (Mandarin Film, Pt. I—Rpt) 3.45 A Diary of Events in Singapore this Week (C) 3.50 Nam Isainyarkal: featuring, Mohd. Nirasha (Rpt) 4.05 Days of Our lives 4.45 Close 8.05 Opening and wally Gator 6.30 News in Brief 6.35 What Others374 words
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Miscellaneous110 1973-02-07 16 RADIO 1.30 News followed by Share Market Report 1.40 Lunch Date 2.00 The Heart of Juliet Jones 2.30 Women's Magazine 3.00 Kiwi Music Makers 3.30 Soul Sounds 4.00 Tea Break 5.00 News Brief 5.03 Prog Summary 5.10 Music on the Move 6.00 News Brief 6.03 Pulic Annct 6.05 Daily Digest110 words
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Miscellaneous473 1973-02-07 16 Trust your lucky star IF.-ITS YOUR BIRTHDAY BORN today, you are one of those Inquisitive, curious persons whose chief desire is to fathom the mysteries of life—the bow and why of all that goes (m around you. You are never satisfied to know merely your own part In any project473 words
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