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Title Section22 1974-03-11 1 NEW NATION SINGAPORE Monday evening, March 11, 1974 No. 969 Price 20 cents M.C. (P) 20/74 NEV^TION SINCAPORE MONDAY. MARCH 11, 197422 words
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Article224 1974-03-11 1 Bharathi Mohan - Rumours of girls being terrorised By Bharathi Mohan Police are investigating widespread rumours that a man wearing "a dog mask" is terrorising women in the Geylang and Queenstown areas. Police spokesman. Asst. Supt. Ng Woon Poh, this morning urged members of the public to report224 words
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Article66 1974-03-11 1 A party from the Criminal Investigation Department arrested three secret society suspects in a series of raids yesterday and early this morning. In the raids, police also, seized an assortment of gangland wea pons from the back of a house in Lorong 27, Geylang. The weapons66 words
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Article54 1974-03-11 1 Ankara, Monday—Turkish police have unearthed a huge haul of narcotics on a tiny Mediterranean island that they said was being used as a drugs depot by an international smuggling ring. Refined into heroin the opium would be worth more than US$57 million ($133 million) on the54 words
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Article35 1974-03-11 1 Belfast, Monday. A 15-year-old boy died and two of his friends were injured last night when a bomb—probably aimed at the British Army exploded in a van parked outside a Northern Ireland church.35 words
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Article10 1974-03-11 1 Police reported 98 accidents yesterday. Three were serious.10 words
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Article, Illustration676 1974-03-11 1 Japanese soldier hands over his sword 29 years after the end of the war UPI Manila, Monday A bearded lieutenant in the defunct Japanese Imperial Army surrendered his rusty samurai sword last night, 29 years after the end of World War Two. saying "Victory or defeat.UPI - 676 words
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Article426 1974-03-11 1 Now Tripoli venue Reuter Cairo, Monday The oil ministers of six Arab states last night called off a planned meeting here to discuss the lifting of the embargo on the United States and said they would meet other Arab ministers in Libya on Wednesday. TheReuter - 426 words
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Article84 1974-03-11 1 In near idle condition, prices were barely steady on the Stock Exchange of Singapore the first 45 minutes this morning. BUSINESS DONE: San Holdings (1) 0.871., >2) 0.88. Faber Union Loan (6) 1.02. Kemayan (5) 2.02. Royal (1) 0.98. Far East Hotels (5) 1.10. United Overseas Ban*84 words
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Article45 1974-03-11 1 New Delhi, Monday An express train derailed 300 miles southwest of New Delhi, causing nearly 50 casualties, railway officials said yesterday. Officials said at least five passengers were killed in the Saturday mishap and another 44 injured, four of them seriously.45 words
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Article40 1974-03-11 1 Anti-vice squad officers last night seized 60 copies of pornographic materials from two stalls in Desker Road. This followed a New Nation report last week that a "porno supermarket" was flourishing in the red light district.40 words
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Article21 1974-03-11 1 London. Monday—Britain's oldest man, Mr. Frederick Butte rfleld, has died at the age of 110, it was reported yesterday.21 words
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Article184 1974-03-11 1 Reuter New York, Monday The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is continuing a "criminal-fraud investigation" on President Nixon's 1969 income tax return, Newsweek magazine said yesterday. In its current issue, Newsweek said the investigation centres on the deed drawn up for the donation of Mr.Reuter - 184 words
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Article233 1974-03-11 1 Seventy workers of Fuji Engineering Co. (S'pore) Pte. Ltd., today downed tools in protest against the management's alleged "high-handed action They staged a sitdown protest at the firm's premises at Block 79, Toa Payoh Central this morning. The workers, who are represented by the Singapore Industrial Labour233 words
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Article323 1974-03-11 1 UPI Reuter Damascus, Monday Syria reported shooting down an unmanned Israeli reconnaissance plane along the Golan Heights yesterday. Israel denied the Syrian claim, but extended Its military alert from occupied Syria Into Israel proper amid Increased tension along the ceasefire line. Israeli civilian settlements inUPI; Reuter - 323 words
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Article31 1974-03-11 1 A police party arrested a 26-year-old man at 11.40 a.m. yesterdav at Jalan Jamal in connection with the $150,000 gems robbery at Diamond House in Tanglln Road on Friday.31 words
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Advertisement107 1974-03-11 1 *[^;~~]'{-<=-?}~?]!%'[^>>|,$-`) TODAY! TRUTH ABOUT THE NURSES: glffi 9SR^B£ x >o- \y\ "Doctors can make you feel small. Their comments and gestures can be cutting and humiliating."—a student nurse. "The old patients have so much to say. We spend many fruitful hours listening to their life stories. We really have the107 words
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Miscellaneous16 1974-03-11 1 Forecast Singapore's weather outlook for today from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.—lsolated showers. See Back Page.16 words
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LOCAL NEWS
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272 1974-03-11 2 Engineers in developing countries like Singapore must be given an all-round education to prepare them for managerial Jobs, according to a visiting American professor. Engineering education should not concentrate too much on pure technical skill, said Prof. Grant Ireson, an external examiner for the272 words
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Article, Illustration487 1974-03-11 2 Douglas Chan - By Douglas Chan Almost 30 years ago, Australian prisone r-of-war Charlie Warden promised two brothers, then aged 10 and 11, that he would return to Singapore. That was before he was repatriated after the liberation of Singapore to Sydney in Octber, 1945,487 words
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Article368 1974-03-11 2 Executives take to two wheels Sales of motorcycles and scooters are fast picking up again—after a sharp drop in November and December last year. One reason is that more executives and professional people like doctors and engineers are using motorcycles. According to the general secretary of Singapore368 words
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Article269 1974-03-11 2 'Conductors not taking action' Commuters are still smoking inside buses despite the ban which came into force on March 1. According to some commuters, bus conductors are not taking action against smokers to avoid trouble. All public buses have "No Smoking" and "Fine $500" signs269 words
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Article354 1974-03-11 2 Tender terms for new town The first tender for public housing prepared entirely In metric terms has been called for the building of 576 flats in the Ang Mo Kio New Town Neighbourhood 11. This was disclosed by Mr. Liu Thal-Ker, head of the design354 words
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Article172 1974-03-11 2 The Housing and Development Board (HDB) has stressed the need for all residents to keep their estates clean or face the prospect of living in urban slums. The follows the recent prosecution in court of a HDB tenant for throwing refuse from the balcony of her flat172 words
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323 1974-03-11 2 The incidence of silicosis among sandblasting workers in Singapore's shipbuilding Industries is low—although a definite hazard exists, according to a recent study. Out of the 231 cases studied, only three workers had silicosis. TWo of the workers with silicosis had been on the Job for323 words
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340 1974-03-11 2 The National Library plans to build a third full-time branch in Katong. Provision has been made for this in the Budget development estimates, but a decision to go ahead with the project will only be made later, possibly in April. The new library will340 words
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Article23 1974-03-11 2 Dr. Lena Chen's clinic. Orchard Building, has been approved by the Minister for Health to carry out abortions under the Abortion Act.23 words
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Article22 1974-03-11 2 Mr. Kwah Kheng Swee, deputy chief surveyor, has been promoted to the post of chief surveyor, according to the government gazette.22 words
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118 1974-03-11 2 The Singapore Polytechnic Students Union has claimed that only three students were Involved In the purchase of final-year exam papers and not 12 as reported on Saturday. In a statement, the union president, Mr. Yap Choon Kok, said action has already been taken118 words
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153 1974-03-11 3 The Singapore industrial Labour Organisation has entered into new agreements with several companies in a bid to cut down absenteeism. One of the measures is to encourage companies to offer monetary incentives to workers with perfect attendance records for one year. According to153 words
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Article584 1974-03-11 3 Judith Holmberg - 'Oil crisis and rising costs are the main reasons' By Judith Holmberg Tfce People's Association has slowed down its "rejuvenation" programme in the various community centres. This is because of the oil crisis and the present inflationary costs of building materials, an official said.584 words
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365 1974-03-11 3 The cost of playing golf In Singapore has soared by up to 300 per cent In some clubs. Practically all the golf clubs have Increased their entrance fees, although many of them have stopped accepting members. The increases In fees, the clubs365 words
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Article, Illustration222 1974-03-11 3 Joyce Tungka, 19, is one beauty queen who has not let fashion go to her head. She has decided on a career in civil engineering when she graduates from university. A model with the Indonesian Taman Bus a n a fashion house, she said: "Modelling is only222 words
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Article219 1974-03-11 3 Motorists who drive without headlights In the night can be a serious threat to pedestrians' safety, the chairman of the National Safety First Council, Mr. Milton Tan said yesterday. Without headlights motorists can only see pedestrians at close range and it may be too late for219 words
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Article218 1974-03-11 3 Taiwan shipment A shipment of 5000 tons of cement has arrived from Taiwan to relieve the severe shortage of the material. The latest consignment is part of the 40,000 tons which Intraco purchased. The first shipment arrived late last year. The rest of the order is218 words
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Article44 1974-03-11 3 A course on Language in Culture and Society, begins at the University of Singapore's Nissen Hut 2 next Monday, at 7.30 p.m. The course will be conducted by Dr. Chang YuLung, lecturer at the Department of Chinese Studies, University of Singapore.44 words
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Miscellaneous249 1974-03-11 2 NEW NATION CROSSWORD 8 Layout: Abbr. 9 Old measure. 10 Parts of West Virginia and Texas 11 Formerly. 12 Lord Avon. 15 Renovates. 17 Wife of Geraint. 20 Aspect. 22 Outfits. 23 Agitates. 24 Belief. 25 Hyde Park artificial pond. 27 Playful tricks. 29 Inspire. 30 Power; Prefix. 32 Of249 words
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Miscellaneous98 1974-03-11 3 DR. KILDARE by Ken Bald After h*s startlimg TALK WTH LOW KELVtH, PR.KRBARE TAKES HIS PROBLEM TO PR. GILLESPIE. ,r>.V¥A m fi »;v iii.. Hill ifiSIB mi ff= fi? mini iiiiii iiiiii hi j A A HE MAPE rr bnhrilly clear, sir. he eveh DESCRIBED HIS ESTATE IN EMCLANO...TOLP ME98 words
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FOR YOUR PLEASURE
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Article, Illustration262 1974-03-11 4 Angela Loke - Lessons for anyone above 12 By Angela Loke If you are 16, and have itching feet, that might be a sign that you want to dance. And it is never too late to give it a try. Chen Hal Chow, 35, who returned from Germany262 words
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Article, Illustration715 1974-03-11 4 EDGAR KOH - SCREEN DIRECTOR CAPTURES SPIRIT OF TIME, SETTING AND CHARACTERS CINEMA BY EDGAR KOH LADY CAROLINE LAMB written and directed by Robert Bolt, with Sarah Miles, John Finch, Richard Chamberlain, John Mills, Margaret Leighton and Laurence Olivier (Lido). Robert Bolt, the historical drama715 words
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Article605 1974-03-11 4 Jack Foisie - By Jack Foisie It is called the Bima train. During its night run out of Jakarta in the west it travels almost the length of the fabled island of Java to the port city of Surabaya In the east. Halfway through the night Bima stops605 words
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Article, Illustration404 1974-03-11 4 CHANCE MEETING TOOK HIM INTO THE TRAVEL LINE Jennifer's diary A CHANCE conversation with a friend in Johannesburg led Mr. Gilbert Brown into the travel business. Prior to that he was selling cigars. And now 15 years later he Is the manager of Far East Travel404 words
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Article, Illustration312 1974-03-11 4 MUSKMNR The entertainer in Musicorner Poser No. 22 was Count Basie. The following win an LP and a poster each: Mr. Lim Seng Boek, Mr. Lim Huat Siong, Mr. Tan Chin Eng, Mr. Undasan Bennett and Miss Bernardine Jalleh. The winners of a 45 rpm312 words
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Advertisement411 1974-03-11 4 This article is reproduced for the benefit ef motorists who missed it in the New Nation, December 24,1973 An easy-to-fit fuel saving gadget for your car illillill.'liii WL T S 20.00 A device to help me fuel A few weeks ago a most Ingenious device came Into my possession, one411 words
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WORLD NEWS
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143 1974-03-11 5 Reuter Paris, Monday a former mental patient yesterday killed two neighbours, barricaded himself into a flat in Ecquevllly with a womau and her young son ano demanded a t>oo,ouu franc ($280,000) random and a helicopter, pout* said. They gave no indication of howReuter - 143 words
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Article34 1974-03-11 5 New York, Monday Five Cuban teenagers were held yesterday as suspects In the abduction of an eight-year-old boy. Authorities said they are seeking at least two others, and the US$5O,OOO ($125,000) ransom34 words
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Article, Illustration345 1974-03-11 5 'But it seeks their approval first' Washington, Monday The former head of the CIA told senators his agency normally tried to win toplevel approval from American business firms before recruiting their executives as spies overseas. Mr. Richard Helms, now Ambassador to Iran, said the345 words
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Article33 1974-03-11 5 Milan, Monday—Gold, silver and paintings including works by Rubens and Van Dyck valued at more than 1,000 million lire ($3.86 million) were stolen from an apartment here on Saturday night.33 words
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Article162 1974-03-11 5 Reuter Washington, Monday. —America's Great Plains region, the country's bread-basket, is due for a drought and probably a serious one either this spring or next, a weather scientist speculated yesterday. Dr. Walter Roberts, former director of the National Centre for Atmospheric Re s e aReuter - 162 words
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Article119 1974-03-11 5 New Delhi, Monday Gunmen yesterday wounded the LieutenantGovernor, Mr. SP. Mukherjee, of the northeast Indian territory of Mizoram. He was hit in the leg when the gunmen riddled his car with bullets 26 kilometres (16 miles) from Aijal, the Mizoram capital, said an official announcement from119 words
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Article397 1974-03-11 5 Reuter London, Monday—British industry got ready yesterday tor Its nrst full working week of 19/4 under a new Labour Government thrown up in the heat of the bitter coalmine wage battle. The nation's 270,000 miners, whose three month overtime ban and subsequent four-weekReuter - 397 words
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Article90 1974-03-11 5 Reuter London. Monday A British MP, Mr. Rhodes Boysc.n, has Joined in the clamour to ban the American film. The Exc.rclst, before it opens in five London cinemas on Thursday. The film, about a young girl possessed by the devil, has attracted massive publicity hereReuter - 90 words
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127 1974-03-11 5 Moscow, Monday —The Communist Party General Secretary, Mr. Leonid Brezhnev said yesterday he hoped his talks with President Pompidou of France would result in a new impetus for a speedy conclusion to the European Security Conference. Mr. Brezhnev made the comment in a one-hour meeting127 words
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Article26 1974-03-11 5 Warsaw, Monday. Cardinal Boleslaw Kominek. Archbishop of Wroclaw and third ranking member of the Polish Roman Catholic Church, died yesterday, aged 70, Warsaw Television reported.26 words
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213 1974-03-11 5 United Press International San Francisco, Monday Charging that she has been "written off" by her family, Patricia Hearst has appealed to her paper editor father to comply fully with her kidnappers' bizarre demand to feed "every needy Californlan" to save her fromUnited Press International - 213 words
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174 1974-03-11 5 Sydney, Monday—Australia's eastern seaboard braced itself for new flooding yesterday after suffering the worst flood devastation in the country's history si* weeks ago. Nearly 1,000 people were evacuated by early today as torrential rains lashed coastal communities in the wake of Cyclone Zoe, which174 words
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Article338 1974-03-11 5 'Contempt* warning Reuter UPI Washington, MondayTwo members of a Congressional committee investigating President Nixon's impeachment said yesterday the House of Representatives might cite him for contempt if ne refuses to hand over tape recordings the committee wants. They said that if Mr. Nixon continues toReuter; UPI - 338 words
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OPINION
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Article492 1974-03-11 6 Despite the heavy penalties for, and the constant public exhortations against drug abuse, experimentation with drugs apparently continues among the younger Singaporeans. And even as the Police are cracking down against drug addicts and pushers, sex orgies and pot parties are being organised, attended by492 words
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'WHISPERS' by ISPY
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Article34 1974-03-11 6 To each his own. I always say. An Australian doctor attending a conference In Singapore, I'm told, is doing a Ph.D. dissertation on the allergy of human beings to pigeon droppings.34 words
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Article47 1974-03-11 6 The things that students ask! Anthropology lecturer: "Today, we shall discuss the evolution of the first man and first woman..." Btudent: "Oh, we know It all, just another version of the creation myth but do tell us how the third person came into being.47 words
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Article, Illustration1254 1974-03-11 6 Alex Josey - The situation in Britain, Alex Josey maintains, is really not that bad. The British, our columnist insists, are merely demonstrating to the world just how to conduct a bloodless revolution. Though the divisions between the Labourites and Conservatives are deep, the general election and1,254 words
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1199 1974-03-11 6 Anthony Gooodman - By Anthony Gooodman Reuter The number of babies born during the next quarter of a century could be determined by the outcome of a U.N.sponsored conference in Bucharest from August 19 to 30. As the highlight of the UN's 1974 World PopulationReuter - 1,199 words
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413 1974-03-11 6 WORLD COMMENT CXCCRRT* from editorials The Bangkok Post Foreign Minister, Mr. Charoonphand Isarangkoon na Ayutthaya has stated that Thailand still regards Seato as important to its security. Army Commander in Chief Kris Sivara has averred that the United States would not abandon ThailandThe Bangkok Post - 413 words
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359 1974-03-11 6 South China Morning Post The accord between Egypt and Israel on the disengagement of their forces on the Suez Canal front and expectations of a similar agreement between Israel and Syria have naturally aroused concern among Palestinians about the risk of being left outSouth China Morning Post - 359 words
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Article390 1974-03-11 6 Thomas O'Toole - From Thomas O'Toole The United 8tates is planning a mission to Mars in the next 10 years that involves the return of a sample of the planet that might be examined in earth orbit before being brought down to earth. The orbital390 words
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Miscellaneous17 1974-03-11 6 IWi Wl LIT' LOOK AT THE BR|OHT SIDE 9 COULD BE POOR. INSTEAD OF JUST peRmAMENTLV BROKE.17 words
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SPECIAL FEATURE
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Article, Illustration130 1974-03-11 7 GENE TEO - Day One GENE TEO Nursing is a noble profession. There is no doubt about that for it involves looking after the sick, caring for the injured and ensuring the health of the diseased and disabled. But the pressures exerted on nurses sometimes leave them flustered and130 words
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Article854 1974-03-11 7 Doctors can be tyrants. At least some student nurses think so. 'They can make you feel small. Their comments and gestures can be cutting and humiliating. A junior nurse can so easily feel that her work Li not appreciated by the doctor," said Miss Chan,854 words
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Article, Illustration821 1974-03-11 7 HER IMAGE IS MORE DESTRUCTIVE THAN CONSTRUCTIVE Nurses are rude, and ill-tem-pered. Many Slngaporeans would probably nod In approval with such a statement. Others who have experienced the wrath of irresponsible nurses will perhaps give a cheer. But how true is It? Nurses do not deny that some821 words
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Article673 1974-03-11 7 There are 5000 government nurses in the Republic spread out in the following hospitals Outram Road General Hospital, Thomson Road General Hospital, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Middle Road Hospital, Middleton Hospital, Wood bridge Hospital and the Institute of Health. Over the past three years673 words
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MOTORING AND BEHIND THE NEWS
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Article, Illustration982 1974-03-11 8 Jim Watkins - An answer to increasing cars on roads MOTORING Jim Watkins Some months ago I had the unique experience of driving a bus round Singapore, an event which convinced me that the average Singapore driver does not realise how much he dices with death when cutting982 words
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Article, Illustration722 1974-03-11 8 Lee Chiu San - MOTOR-CYCLE! Lee Chiu San In the past month, three events have occurred which wiU affect motor-cyclists. These events are: THE introduction of the reserved bus lane traffic system; THE construction of footpaths along orchard Road, Bras Basah Road and Stamford Road; and THE722 words
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Article, Illustration1103 1974-03-11 8 G. McArthur - ASIAN DIARY a—— 1 m 7 Students may be sent abroad for training From G. McArthur Los Angeles Times VIETNAM After a great deal of soul- searching, North Vietnam reportedly has decided to give the student generation a break. More than 10,000 mayLos Angeles Times - 1,103 words
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Article, Illustration669 1974-03-11 8 B. Ronquillo - From B. Ronquillo PHILIPPINES If recent petroleum discoveries in South-East Asia continue at the current rate or at the rate noted since last year, this region of the world may yet become one of the major sources of precious "black gold" for669 words
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Article, Illustration577 1974-03-11 8 Liz Becker - From Liz Becker CAMBODIA After living through two months of bombardment by the Khmer Rouge on Phonm Penh, Cambodia has spent the first week of this month celebrating its survival. President Lon Nol officially ventured out of his palace for the first time577 words
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Article421 1974-03-11 8 Robert Kaylor - From Robert Kaylor United Press International LAOS Harry the hat and the Greek, Mr. Cleen and Junkyard and bamboo. The names sound like they came from a spy story, and perhaps they did. They all worked for the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) andUnited Press International - 421 words
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TREND
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293 1974-03-11 9 Dear Ros, My younger sister's new boyfriend visits us every night and he is intruding into our privacy. He comes at 5.30 pm after his dinner and sits in the hall with her, chatting and watching TV until about 9 p.m. All the time this293 words
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Article, Illustration153 1974-03-11 9 Dear Ros, There are two handsome boys in my class and my girlfriend and I are very attracted to them but they just don't seem to be Interested in girls. They got on so well together that we think they may be homosexuals. How can153 words
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Article, Illustration163 1974-03-11 9 From Melbourne with love says this glowing, red gown with a sequined heart. It is one of the creations that the leading Australian manufacturer of after-five dresses. Mr. Noel Kernelfield brought up recently. Marketed under the label Marti and Marteen, most of the creations163 words
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262 1974-03-11 9 Dear Ros, I am working and I stand a good chance of promotion but what worries me Is that mv English is very poor. If I am promoted. I would need to write and also converse fluently In English. So I262 words
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Article84 1974-03-11 9 Dear Ros A boy who Is my neighbour used to try and attract my attention whenever I passed his house but I Ignored him. Now I hope to make friends with him. Please don't ask me to smile or say hello because whenever he84 words
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Article256 1974-03-11 9 Dear Ros, My girlfriend stayed out until 2.30 a.m. one night and I am worried because It may happen again. She works at a hotel until 1 a.m. One night, Instead of returning home straight after work, she went out for supper with her256 words
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Article131 1974-03-11 9 Dear Ros, I cannot get along with my younger sister because she is jealous of fne. She is always saying nasty things about me because boys seem to like me better. I cannot help being the prettiest in the family and I think that she131 words
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Article163 1974-03-11 9 Dear Ros, I am 15 and I am worried about my future because I lost my virginity to my Boyfriend when I was in secondary two. At first he was very good to me but now he Is taking other girls out. I want to163 words
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FINANCE
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EUROPEAN SHARES
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Article290 1974-03-11 9 The technical recovery which stimulated share prices on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange for almost 10 trading days was halted on March 1. The somewhat weakening tendency which then became evident lasted until the middle of this week when prices again began to firm, but slowed slightly on the last290 words
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Article222 1974-03-11 9 Equities in the London market started the week on an uncertain note as investors awaited the outcome of Mr. Heath's manoeuvrings. The positive moves of Mr. Heath's resignation as Prime Minister, and the announcement of a Labour Govern ment helped market sentiment initially and equity prices rallied strongly on222 words
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Article213 1974-03-11 9 The Italian stock exchange registered a certain improvement this week: in fact the first three sessions' US$2.4 gain was followed by a light decline on Thursday. The last session showed a further erosion with general stock index ending at around 76. It Is to underline the caution showed by213 words
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Article155 1974-03-11 9 On the Frankfurt stock exchange stocks recovered slightly over the week. On Friday market went into a retreat and many issues could not hold their best levels. The big banks and steels (Thyssen) were favoured by investors. The German bond market performed better when last week's selling pressure came155 words
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Article213 1974-03-11 9 Fears and return to confidence continue to influence alternatively the Paris market. Accordingly, the prospects that the rate of inflation in 1974 will be at an all-time record continue to worry investors. The deterioration in the social climate Is another worrying factor. On the other hand, recently-published figures confirm213 words
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Article118 1974-03-11 9 After being characterised over the past two report weeks by a rather declining tendency, the Zurich stock market presented a bright picture this week. Last Wednesday in particular, the Investing public moved Into the market, which resulted In a strong uptrend amid brisk turnover. In comparison with the previous118 words
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Article132 1974-03-11 9 OVERSEAS STOCK J Price# at 11 ajn. (Australian time): Aberken susp. Do opto map. AOD 12 08 10 Allstate 00% 10 Amad 04 04 nil Aurora 13 13 Do opto 01 01 Auat Ant 14 13 Bvnboo 10 07 Beach 33 30 Bounty cusp. Bridge 17 17 Ctoibnd 50132 words
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283 1974-03-11 9 Reuter Geneva, Monday Negotiators from more than 80 countries begin a second conference here today In an attempt to draw up an international convention on merchant shipping. Several important problems were still unsolved after a five-week UN meeting last December called to workReuter - 283 words
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163 1974-03-11 9 Reuter Washington, Monday— The Soviet Foreign Trade Minister was yesterday quoted as saying that unless Congress ended retrlctlons on trade with Russia, the prospect of the United States receiving large supplies of Soviet natural gas would be jeopardised. Mr. Nikolai Patollchev urgedReuter - 163 words
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Article82 1974-03-11 9 British Airways intends to maintain its SingaporeLondon advance purchase fare at 1900 one way, despite the general seven per cent rise In air fares reflecting the fuel price increase. Tickets bought in Singapore for the round-trip journey will also remain at $1590. London to Singapore advance purchase82 words
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Article, Illustration919 1974-03-11 10 PERCY SENEVIRATNE - Wicks misses his 100 —by inches By PERCY SENEVIRATNE When is 94 runs equivalent to a century on the cricket field? Answer: When a batsman, who has scored 94. is caught by a fielder. Inches outside the boundary. Armed Forces skipper Ernest Wicks suffered this frustrating experience in the SCAPicture by Chua Peng Tee - 919 words
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Article568 1974-03-11 10 Bridgetown. Monday —West Indian opening batsman Lawrence Rowe became the 10th cricketer to pass 300 In a Test here yesterday and then in the shadow of his mighty performance England slipped to the edge of defeat. At the close of the fourth day, the568 words
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Article31 1974-03-11 10 Cairo, Monday. Ismail El Shafei of Egypt won the Egyptian men's singles tennis title for the third time, defeating Francois Jauffret of France 6-2, 2-6, 6-2, 6-4 here yesterday.31 words
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Article233 1974-03-11 10 Gothenburg, Monday ■—Western nations struck back on the second day or the European indoor athletics championships when they won four of the 13 finals to prevent a route by their East European rivals. Two fine triumph* by Belgian runners and impressive victories by British and Swiss233 words
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Article41 1974-03-11 10 Caracas. Monday Some 1600 boxing fans showed up at George Foreman's training camp yesterday to watch the world heavyweight cham- plon train for his March 26 title defence against Ken Norton. Foreman punched the bags for two hours41 words
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Article153 1974-03-11 10 Daytona Beach, Monday. Thirteen time World champion Olacombo Agostini made a successful debut In US competition yesterday, taking an Impressive win In one of motorcycle racing's most important events, the Daytona 200 road race. The 29-year-old Italian, who has won one or more world titles every153 words
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Article, Illustration435 1974-03-11 11 BaUun Chevalier set the pace, and was nicely clear into the straight. Rlna wS P t'hP closed ln Chevalier ran on third Wp to beat Wallaif by a short head. San Rocque finished Oriental Pearl forged ahead at the distance, with Song435 words
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779 1974-03-11 11 POS'i• SCRIPTI by scrutineer! Champ agne ll's stock took a big jump and he will get strong backing in the Singapore Derby following his remarkable run in a 6f sprint at Bukit Timah on Saturday. His fourth to speedy Monitor 111 suggests that he is779 words
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Article391 1974-03-11 11 Eric Cooper - SQUASH by Eric Cooper Yan Heng Chiok won the SAFSA Open championship last Friday, beating Patrick Chc.y in a five-set match of fluctuating fortunes. In the semi-finals Yan beat Geoff Bishop, while Patrick defeated fast improving Raymond Ong, who later beat Geoff for third place. Yan's391 words
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Article74 1974-03-11 11 Hampton, Monday American Jimmle Connors used a strong volley and precise backhand placements to defeat Hie Nastase of Romania 6-4, 6-4 yesterday to win the Coliseum Mall invitational tennis championship in a repeat of last year's finals. After the match, Nastase announced plana to quit World Championship74 words
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Article43 1974-03-11 11 Teheran, Monday Iran yesterday formally invited China to participate in the 7th Asian Games to be held here in September. Prince Gholam Reza, chairman of the Games Organising Committee, extended the Invitation during a special ceremony at the Hilton Hotel.43 words
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278 1974-03-11 11 London, Monday Plymouth Ajgyle, League Cup semi-finalists, had three players aent off In a third division match at Port Vale yesterday—a rare occurrence in British soccer. The club's leading scorer, Steve Davey, was despatched in the 17th minute after putting his team.ahead, then278 words
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Advertisement904 1974-03-11 10 czm 9 1 y*¥*L r 3 SINGAPORE TURF CLUB 4-0 Owing to th« temporary etoour* of tho office at 137 139, Cocil Stroot, payment of winning tickets will now bo modo until further notice at the Grandstand, Bukit Timah Race Course. Any inconvenience is ceramic wall/ floor tiles, marble and904 words
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Advertisement670 1974-03-11 10 1 A MOIIC BEAUTIFUL YOU visit Miss June Llew, Japan trained specialist. Treats all kinds of skin with latest scientific "skin detector" HalrstylIng also available. For consultation tel: 3203(13. June's Beauty House and School, 101/ 110, High St. Centre, North Bridge ♦iu* SECRETARIAL COURSE: (Day/ Evening Session). Starting March. Shorthand/670 words
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Advertisement766 1974-03-11 10 LADIES/GENTLEMEN at your place. Facial $10, bead care $5, body care $20 bridal make-up (morning/evening 940). Ring ***** from 11 a.m. 0 p.m. for appointment. SERVICING ALL KINO* T.V.. tape-recorders, amplifiers reasonable charges, day/ night service. Phone: S'pore *****08 anytime. Science Technical T.V. Service. BPABKLINQ ELECTRONIC* Service. AH 'brands. Repair766 words
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Advertisement418 1974-03-11 10 I CONGRATULATIONS I AND BEST WISHES MR. MRS. TONG DJOE ON THE OCCASION OF g THE MARRIAGE OF THEIR ELDEST DAUGHTER MISS TONG SOH TING TO MR. ALEC SOON i FROM:DAI HUP DEPARTMENTAL STORE MESSRS. TAN CHIN HEE, GOH SENG THION THE ATLAS ICE COMPANY, BERHAD (Incorporated in Malaysia) NOTICE418 words
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Advertisement33 1974-03-11 11 The people you can count on at Selegießoad move with effect from Uth Mar. 1974 to: Peace Centre 1 Sophia Road, Singapore 9, Te1:*****&***** MALAYAN BANKING BERHAD -people you can count on. i33 words
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Article, Illustration51 1974-03-11 12 Miss Uschi Jarzina, 22, of Germany, is a shutterbug's delight. Her pretty face is matched by a talent to pose naturally and gracefully. In Singapore to do a modelling course, Uschi said: "I hope to be a fashion model after completing my training." Picture by NIK51 words
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Article100 1974-03-11 12 TODAY is Monday, March 11, the 70th day of 1974 with 295 to follow. THE MOON is approaching its last quarTHE MORNING STARS are Mercury, Venus and Jupiter. THE EVENING STARS are Mars and Saturn. Those bom on this date are under the sign of Pisces. Frederick IX, King100 words
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Article38 1974-03-11 12 All FOOK: It's a good sign that more executives are going to work on motorcycles. MEI LIN: If 50 per cent of our motorists were to do that, then our traffic problems would easily be solved.38 words
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Miscellaneous947 1974-03-11 12 SINGAPORE S 3.00 OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS followed by KUDUMBA MALAR A magazine series (T) 3.30 DIARY OF EVENTS (T) 3.35 LOVE IS A MANY SPLENDOURED THING Daytime serial on the trials and tribulations of three families In San Francisco. 3.55 SADHANGAI OU Indian dance featuring Banthl Chandran (Rpt.) 4.19 GENERAL HOSPITAL947 words
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Miscellaneous1386 1974-03-11 12 BACK PAGE YOUR LUCKY STARS IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY BORN today, you are an extremely energetic person who has been gifted with the wisdom to know how to make the best use of all inner resources. Vim, and vitaTODAY TODAY Is Monday, March 11, the 70th day of 1974 with1,386 words
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Miscellaneous471 1974-03-11 12 [bhsl I Monday, 11.3.7 a I S TODAY'S LETTERS: I IOOOHHOI IOHOOOOI I Total points: I PA!I LTXsnwosiaOQxm 1 MAKES TNI DIFFCRSMCC CONTINENTAL SWISS TOTAL POINTS: 48 Point* s 2 A 2 HIM ■■□I 1 B 1 re THE RULES AND HOW TO TAKE PART: Every issue of the New471 words
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Miscellaneous202 1974-03-11 12 [HH Special BLOOD DONATION SESIONS will be on at the SAFTI until 4 p.m. The EXHIBITION ON JAPANESE CONTEMPORARY PAINTINGS will be on at the National Museum's Young People's Gallery, until 5 p.m. The National Productivity Board will hold a course on NEGOTIATING THE COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT at Its Jurong premises.202 words
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