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Title Section20 1977-08-04 1 New Nation "SINGAPORE Thursday, August 4, 1977 No. 2019 Price 25 cents MC (P) 262/1/77 j NLW NATION COMMENT! kmmrSF^mrwFM20 words
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Article239 1977-08-04 1 Retail prices of perfumeries, cosmetics and toiletries will be cheaper with the abolition of the 30 per cent Import duty from today. A Customs statement said the inove Is expected to promote the reexport and tourist trade of these products. Importers today welcomed the239 words
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Article1163 1977-08-04 1 H.L. Lim, Gerry de Silva - A call to ASEAN for real solutions to real problems By H.L. Lim, Gerry de Silva Kuala Lumpur, Thursday Mr. Lee Kuan Yew this morning told his ASEAN coll eagues that "we can do better" and explained why the five countries must do better. "We1,163 words
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Article, Illustration147 1977-08-04 1 The two long-haired men who appear on the cover of the "C" telephone dlrec to r y (Yellow Pages) are not members of the Telecoms staff, a spokeman t&r the TAS said today. They are models engaged to pose for the cover picture, he said147 words
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Article, Illustration98 1977-08-04 1 H.L. Lim,Gerry de Silva - By H.L. Lim,Gerry de Silva Kuala Lumpur, Thursday—President Mareos today announced he was dropping his country's claim to Sabah. No mention was made of conditions In his announcement at the end of his opening address today. Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, the next speaker, con g r a tulated98 words
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Advertisement171 1977-08-04 1 floor T«q floor T«nef» Reds* kidnap bid Page 7 IN THE OTHER PAGES: Cinemas 2; Money word 5 11; Stars 16; Crossword 18; Comics 19. AHEAD OF OUR TIME mmm mm The GX Hoad ri ,i< I /,r I'd •li lid' I hi'i 1 ii'i I hi-I lik it liit171 words
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Miscellaneous13 1977-08-04 1 Forecast Singapore's weather outlook from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. today Isolated shorrors.13 words
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Article, Illustration818 1977-08-04 2 H.L. Lim, Gerry de Silva - THE 2nd ASEAN SUMMIT Two major problems remain unresolved H.L. Lim, Gerry de Silva Kuala Luigpur,. Thursday ASEAN heads of government began their consultations last night full 14 hours or more before the ceremonial opening of their second Summit at 10 this morning. Two major818 words
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Article37 1977-08-04 2 Kuala Lumpur, Thursday—Vietnam Is the only communist country with a diplomatic mission here which has declined to attend this morning's opening of the ASEAN Summit, according to a conference spoke sm a n last night.37 words
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Article57 1977-08-04 2 Reuter Kuala Lumpur, Thursday That "harmony feeling" at the summit conference comes a little bit expensive. An "ASEAN delight" concocted for the summit by a hotel bar here costs $4 20. "Stir up that harmony feeling through this special drink," advertises the bar. The ingredients are apricot brandy,Reuter - 57 words
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Article134 1977-08-04 2 Share prices generally marked time during the first 45 minutes of trading at the Stock Exchange of Singapore today., There were however two exceptions. JC-MPH, which reported group pretax profits of $5.05 million for the year ended March 1977, up 38 per cent over the previous year, was134 words
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Article65 1977-08-04 2 Kuala I.umpur, Thursday—The automatic slid' lng door at the Hilton lobby jammed at 9 a.m. yesterday —an hour before President Buharto of Indonesia was due to touch down at Subang Airport. Technicians took about 40 minutes to repair the malfunction—ln time for the ceremonial welcome of President65 words
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Miscellaneous723 1977-08-04 2 WHAT'S ON HINDI CULTURAL SHOW with film stars Dharmendra and Hema Mallnl at the National Theatre, 7.30 p.m. OPEN HOUSE at the Singapore Vocational Institute In Balestler Road, till 4 p.m. MALAY CULTURAL SHOW at the Victoria Theatre, 8 p.m. MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH, a documentary film at the Bartley723 words
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Miscellaneous58 1977-08-04 2 Today: 2.12 p.m. (2.5 m). Tomorrow: 2.13 a.m. (2.5 m); 2.44 p.m. (2.5 m). Saturday: 2.58 a.m. (2.3 m); 3.iq p.m. (2.4 m). Sunday: 3.49 a.m. (2m) ;3.59 p.m. (2.3 m). Monday: 4.54 a.m. '(1.8 m); 4.48 p.m. (2.2 m). Tuesday: 6.38 a.m. (1.7 m); 5.53 p.m. (2.1 m). Wednesday:58 words
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Advertisement171 1977-08-04 3 r <(;Tt *>*•- FABULOUS PRIZES TO BE WON! 4m Beny/enuto Kor "torn rab HOW TO ENTER All these friendly people are saying "Welcome" in their own special way. Match the greetings to the people the costumes will give you clues. Get your entry form from any BP service station with171 words
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362 1977-08-04 4 —180 of them among 500 alleged victims, according to study per cent of the 500 alleged rape victims examined in the last- two years were found to be virgins, according to a study. A Joint study by Dr. Sng Soo Pheow and Dr.362 words
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Article35 1977-08-04 4 The Serangoon Oardens Residents* Association will hold a garden party at the Serangoon Gardens Recreation Club Field on Sunday at 4.30 p.m. Dr. Lau Teik Soon, MP for Serangoon Oardens. will bt present.35 words
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Article, Illustration567 1977-08-04 4 Judith Hale - By Judith Hale Telok Kurau Secondary School Is taking steps to improve the academic performance of its pupils. For a start It Is organising a seminar for the teachers to examine and identify problems in the school and seek practical solutions. This is567 words
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Article, Illustration175 1977-08-04 4 As a starry eyed young girl, Nandita Bose had hoped and dreamed of becoming a film star someday. But that "someday" was a long time in coming because her conservative family frowned on an acting career for a girl. So Nandita patiently waited until175 words
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Article167 1977-08-04 4 The Oberoi Imperial Hotel may finally be sold on Sept. 2 nearly two years after it was put up for sale. Turquand Youngs, the receiver for the hotel, said tenders from "several parties" will be called. Sources said several Indonesians, Japanese and a group167 words
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Article124 1977-08-04 4 The Singapore Fire Brigade will conduct a series of courses on fire safety in high-rise buildings. A Ministry of Social AfTairs statement said the courses are being organised as a community service project for the training of management staff and safety personnel working in high-rise buildings.124 words
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205 1977-08-04 4 Singapore's four drugsnifflng dogs are expected to be ready to go to work in two months. Now under quarantine, they have passed the proficiency tests. Customs and Police are confident that the dogs will soon be able to help them in drug205 words
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341 1977-08-04 5 'Military and diplomatic plans to stop border raids' Reuter Bangkok, Thursday The Thai government has worked out plans for military and diplomatic action to solve its border problems with Cambodia, Prime Minister Thanin Kraivichien said yesterday. Mr. Thanin, speaking to reporters before leavingReuter - 341 words
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422 1977-08-04 5 UPI AFP Bangkok, Thursday The CambodianThai border appeared tense as both the countries began a troop build-up following a communist attack on two Thai villages on Tuesday. The raid left at least 27 people dead. A Thai Supreme Command spokesman told reportersUPI; AFP - 422 words
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Article164 1977-08-04 5 Reuter Karachi, Thursday Former Prime Minister Bhutto, ousted in a military coup four weeks ago, announced last night he would take part in the Oct. 18 general election. But he implied he might change his mind if allegations conti nu e d aboutReuter - 164 words
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Article125 1977-08-04 5 Reuter London, Thursday. British Airways yesterday temporarily grounded five of its mediumhaul Trident-Three Jets after routine maintenance checks revealed cracks in their wing supports. A spokesman for the plane's manufacturers, Hawker-Slddeley, said the cracks were not hazardous and an airline spokesman said repairs of theReuter - 125 words
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Article131 1977-08-04 5 AFP New Delhi, Thursday The Punjab and Haryana High Court yesterday ordered former Defence Minister Bansl Lai and his son not to leave the country without permission. The court also rejected a plea by Mr. Lai. his son and seven members of his familyAFP - 131 words
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125 1977-08-04 5 AFP Belgrade, Thursday Thirty-three European countries plus the US and Canada, yesterday reached agreement on the ground rules for next autumn's European Security Conference, American chief delegate Albert Sherer said at the current preparatory meeting here. "We are very happy with the agreement,"AFP - 125 words
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Advertisement23 1977-08-04 5 There are many open air restaurants at night l But, there is only one at the Raffles Hotel where the food is excellent!23 words
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Advertisement224 1977-08-04 5 k OJ -r 7 r Most transistorized amplifiers are accompanied by a monk: distortion of less than 0.05% between 20 special distortional Impure sound not found in valve 20,000 Hz. amplifiers. The vast majority of HI-FI manufacturers For your record collection, we recommend the Beohave chosen to ignore its existence.224 words
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362 1977-08-04 6 'Proposals rejected* Reuter Beirut, Thursday US Secretary of State Vance, who stopped here briefly yesterday en route to Damascus, has apparently failed so far to make decisive progress towards removing the major obstacles to a Geneva Middle East peace conference. A senior American officialReuter - 362 words
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Article28 1977-08-04 6 Reuter Colombo, Thursday President William Gopallawa will outline the policies of the United National party government when he opens the new Sri Lanka Parliament here today.Reuter - 28 words
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Article, Illustration89 1977-08-04 6 Ah Fook: How do you like my new shirt? Mei Lin: I thought it was for me! wo di Xln chenshan rr\a io vj b i sh* 50nq\ 4 il qei w5 die J v;i|- Ah Fook: Bagaimana sukakah anda pada boju boru soya? Mei89 words
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213 1977-08-04 6 UPI Paris, Thursday The Paris-based magazine of Third World affairs, Afrique Asie, yesterday released the text of what it said is a secret contract giving a West German rocket firm complete control over Klvu province in Zaire. The left-leaning magazine said the contract wasUPI - 213 words
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Article23 1977-08-04 6 AP Ottawa, Thursday The .Government will permit another 450 Vietnam refugees to enter the country, the Immigration Department announced yesterdayAP - 23 words
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Article121 1977-08-04 6 Reuter Peking, Thursday China has appointed a new army commander In the sensitive Sinklang region along the Soviet border amid speculation here of a top-level military reshuffle. According to a provincial radio broadcast from Sinkianf, Gen. Lin Chen has taken over command of the north west frontierReuter - 121 words
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Article87 1977-08-04 6 Reuter Damascus, Thursday Syria's ruling fiveparty National Progressive Front has won a renewed mandate, gaining 35 more seats in Parliament, according to unofficial general election results yesterday. The Arab Baath Socialist Party, which dominates the NPF, won 125 seats in the 195member Parliament, and itsReuter - 87 words
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Article160 1977-08-04 6 UPI TODAY Is Thursday, Aug. 4, the 216 th day of 1977 With 149 to follow. THE MOON is moving from its full phase to the last quarter. THE MORNING STARS are Venus, Mars and Jupiter. THE EVENING STARS are Mercury and Saturn. Those born on this day inUPI - 160 words
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276 1977-08-04 6 Reuter AFP Salisbury, Thursday— Campaigning for Rhodesia's Aug. 31 general election began yesterday with a row brewing over whether blacks should be allowed to remain In homes they have bought In a white Salisbury suburb. Na 11 on a list leader Rev.Reuter; AFP - 276 words
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Article57 1977-08-04 6 Reuter Lahore, Thursday A 45-year-old snake charmer who treated hundreds of snake bite victims with his home-made cur# yesterday got a taste of his own medicine. Prea reports from this north Pakistan town of Gujnutwala said the reign of the self-styled King of the Snakes has beenReuter - 57 words
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Miscellaneous133 1977-08-04 6 WORLD WEATHER New York Cloudy, 31-20C. Headline: Vance, Sadat doubt early Geneva talks, offer Interim plan. London Scattered showers, 22-14C. Headline: Big foreign service cuts urged. Moscow Clear, 2824C. Pravda's headline: Communists in harvesting. Tokyo Sunny, 3425C. Headline: Two-day ASEAN Summit confab opens tomorrow. Rome Clear. 27-15C. Headline: Choosing an133 words
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548 1977-08-04 7 UPI Paris, Thursday South Korean concert pianist Paik Kun Woo recounted yesterday how he and his film actress wife and their infant daughter were nearvictims of what he calls a North Korean kidnap attempt. Mr. Palk, 31, said in an interview that the allegedUPI - 548 words
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Article99 1977-08-04 7 Reuter Thursday—A big cutback In the external services of the British Broadcasting Corporation urged In a government sponsored report would have disastrous consequences, BBC chairman Sir Michael Swann said yesterday. The Independent report of a "think tank" called for a radical look at present broadcasting patterns.Reuter - 99 words
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Article205 1977-08-04 7 Reuter Washington, Thursday. —The Carter administration yesterday firmly denied reports that the US was considering adoption of a European military strategy in which large parts of West Germany would be conceded to any massive Soviet attack. America's longstanding policy was the forward defence of EuropeReuter - 205 words
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Article, Illustration82 1977-08-04 7 The bombs that exploded in two New York skyscrapers yesterday were planted In women's handbags, police said. One man was killed and five others injured. The UPI radio picture (left) shows a man Injured in the Mobil Oil building blast being put into an82 words
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Article248 1977-08-04 7 Reuter Ankara, Thursday Turkish-Cyprlots yesterday feared a possible power struggle among Greek Cypriot (actions and a rise in tension after the death of Archbishop Makarios, the Turkish Cypriot News Agency said. The agency reported from Nicosia that Tur-kish-Cyprlots would not recognise the Archbishop's successor as presidentReuter - 248 words
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Advertisement116 1977-08-04 7 iv/! M >y G 5^ 1 mm wb/t Wit/, wmnmz (JmAJ I. x.'tU House of Fish Heads Introduces 10 sumptious varieties of fish heads For the first time, we have specially prepared 10 varieties of Fish Heads to whet your appetite Steamed, fried, curry anyway you like it. And each116 words
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Article428 1977-08-04 8 The second ASEAN summit meeting opened In Kuala Lumpur today against the backdrop of a more sober realisation of the practical problems of regional economic cooperation. In the 18 months since the rive leaders first met together at Ball, ASEAN has gained greater external428 words
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Article68 1977-08-04 8 At the First National Toy Fair in Peking last month, a crowd favourite was a child's political game. It consisted of four small carboard targets. each with the caricatured portrait of one of the "Oan* of Pour." A pistol for shooting rubber arrows completed the set. Observed68 words
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Article40 1977-08-04 8 After yesterday's storm 24 trees lining Ayer Rajah Road were ■napped either at the trunu or the main branches. Someone at the Parks and Recreation Department had better start looking for sturdier trees for lining our roads.40 words
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Article1215 1977-08-04 8 JOHN DRYSDALE - Two days after ASEAN finance ministers met in Singapore, Australia, already criticised for its yrotectionist stand, announced two more quotas on Australian imports. Australia's lack of trade diplomacy may well develop into a trade war with its ASEAN neighbours, who have made no1,215 words
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491 1977-08-04 8 BANGKOK POST > VOICE OF THE PRESS !s A Headline: Security plan for border needed. Foreign Minister Upadit P a c h a r 1 yangkan has sent protest notes to the Cambodian authorities through various channels against the Khmer Rouge Incursions Into Thai491 words
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770 1977-08-04 9 Ismail Kassim - INDONLSIAN HEADLINES t>V Ismail Kassim The last 10 days In Indonesia have been quiet in contrast to the excitement of the previous fortnight when the "growing opposition culture" among students and intel--1 e c t u a 1 s came under attack by government770 words
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Article, Illustration558 1977-08-04 9 Art Buchwald - Art Buchwald Los Angeles Times There Is a new science in this country which is called human engineering. The object of human engineering, as I understand It, is to fit human beings into inhuman conditions. I made this discovery while riding on a plane from NewLos Angeles Times - 558 words
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Advertisement162 1977-08-04 9 lfpll HsSek&M MAGIC CARPET TOUR OF INDIA AND NEPAL In cooperation with Air India and Thai International Visiting Bombay, Jaipur, Delhi, Srinagar, Agra, Banaras, Kathmandu. 14 Days All Inclusive From $1783/Departures: September 6 20. October 4 18 See the Taj Mahal in Moonlight. Float on the Holy Ganges and see162 words
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Advertisement86 1977-08-04 9 GOOD NEW vyfiiffti'i t ti'mi kit A.ioust i r moves to KALLANG ■i y <3 i m -~*k< 4k fc« >w v jf.» %."i l^ s»* >; -V. 4 »>• "Vk a*. V Seafood at its best". ()|)♦'ris dtiilv, fr»>rn h :*<) pin 12 pin (Miclniyht) Now you don t86 words
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Article, Illustration1265 1977-08-04 10 / 11 Gloria Chandy - Singapore's only full-time self-contained professional song-and-dance company has at last caught the public eye. The Singapore Armed Forces Music and Dance Company impressed viewers with their recent TV show, Melodies in Green, which will be repeated on Sunday at 6 p.m. over Channel 8. RTS also indicatedPictures: Philip Lim - 1,265 words
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Miscellaneous539 1977-08-04 10 / 11 Thursday Cut out and pin with other coupons. Posting instructions appear below Name (Mr./Mrs./Miss) Address FILL IN MISSING LETTERS ACROSS USING CLUES BELOW ■Cut along dotted lines CLUES FOR ER-4 1. That which is done 2. A plausible tongue would help a paraon who waa out to aomabody 3. Towarda539 words
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Article, Illustration1003 1977-08-04 12 Sylvia Leow - by Sylvia Leow When I was 16 and going steady for the first time, I thought men had always to be stronger, more intelligent, more capable, more sophisticated, why, better than any girl. Fortunately my boyfriend of that time thougm the same things and1,003 words
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Article, Illustration924 1977-08-04 13 Violet Oon - Mdm. Ong tells all about her kway lapis COOK-IN Begin cake in the oven and continue under the grill by Violet Oon One of my favourite cakes has been the "Kueh Lapis" ot Layer Cake which is delicious with the addition of fragrant spices and butter.924 words
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Article, Illustration136 1977-08-04 12 Jennifer Schoon - Bargains by Jennifer Schoon This week we feature gift suggestions, for friends you'd like to give something special, or else they're for people who seem to have Just about everything which makes gift giving a headache. Picture 1. Pretty porcelain shells plated In gold136 words
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Article312 1977-08-04 12 THAT'S FRENCH COOKING AP Paris, Thursday Daube De Boeuf becomes "beef stew" at La Varenne. a relaxed French cooking school that features simultaneous English translation. Students paying US$l,4OO (513.500) for a six-week course say they get their money's worth. "French cooking needed teaching with asAP - 312 words
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Article, Illustration243 1977-08-04 12 Ng Weng Sang - Art Deco bv I Ng Weng Sang Serving a meal elegantly means thinking of small details like proper table setting, flowers, place mats and of course, napkin rings. This week Ng Weng Sang shows how to make your own with very simple243 words
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Advertisement65 1977-08-04 13 Sheer eatina deliahts at the Merlin Grill Eccm INTERNATIONAL BUFFET LUNCH Served daily from 12.30 -2.30pm. Adults $8.50 Children $5.00 fa m 52 m Pi Nightly 7p.m. to 11p.m. THE JUICIEST CHARCOAL-GRILLED ;l CHOPS AND STEAKS At fantastically low priest: Merlin Fillet "Fantattique" $11.50 Carpetbeg Steek $11.50 Prima T-Bone Steek65 words
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Article438 1977-08-04 14 Money for developing nations hit by oil price increases Reuter AFP Vienna, Thursday Developing countries hit by increased oil prices will receive U*****.7 million ($356.8 million) In long-term in-terest-free loans, under plans proposed by the executive committee of the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries yesterday.Reuter; AFP - 438 words
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Article146 1977-08-04 14 Detroit, Thursday Former Secretary of Btate Henry Kissinger said yesterday oil producing nations now have two energy related weapons" oil and petrodollars that may be used to exert pressure on US foreign policy. If the United States and other consuming nations fail to curb146 words
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Article230 1977-08-04 14 The stock market, disappointed by General Motors and Jolted by rising Interest rates, fell to a 18-month low yesterday despite late bargain hunting. Trading was active. The Dow Jones industrial average, down eight points in the first two hours of trading, finished with a loss of only 1.39230 words
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Article34 1977-08-04 14 New York, Thundajr —i Dow Jonw closing averages on the NYSE yeeterdajr: SO Industrials SM.OO (off 1.59); SO transport 235.M (off 1.86); IS utilities ue.ia (off 0.32); «S stocks 303.76 (off 1.05).34 words
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Article257 1977-08-04 14 Investors pushed up prices further In a fivesession uptrend- on the Tokyo stock market yesterday in quick reaction to the remark by Prime Minister Takeo Fukuda suggesting a change in the monetary unit. Paper, pulp and printing Industries would gain in the operation to Issue new bills and coins,257 words
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Article81 1977-08-04 14 Closing prices In 9wim francs on the Zurich 8tock Exchange yesterday: UBS Bearer 3800 10 UBS Registered 630 SBC 372 3 Credit Suisse 3035 10 Swissair B. 733 2 Swiss Relnsur. 2480 Wlnterthur B. 1830 10 Zurich Insur. 7200 —100 Juvena B. 220 4 Nestle B. 3540 ltaterfood B.81 words
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Article69 1977-08-04 14 Closing prices in franca on the Parts Bourse yesterday: Parlbas 144 80 80 Fonder 362.80 .80 Printemps 30.30 .10 Bull 27.10 .20 Royal Dutch 278 2 Michelln 1147 12 COB 231.50 2.50 Thomson 158.50 unch CFP M 1 Rhone 60 10 All 272 4 B8N 468 .50 Philips 57.3569 words
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Article122 1977-08-04 14 Prices at 11.30 am. today (Australian time) on the Sydney Stock exchange: ADC 10 15 Ampol Pet 60 61 ANI 120 125 APM 118 119 Bank NSW 512 516 Brambles 155 156 BHP 570 574 Boral 213 216 CBA 285 288 CSR 299 302 CIO 280 305 Coal Allied122 words
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164 1977-08-04 14 V V Business News and Views i V Reuter Washington, Thursday The House of Representatives voted yesterday to keep price ceilings on natural gas, giving President Carter a major victory for his energy conservation programme. Mr. Carter's Democratic Party leaders rallied forces to defeat aReuter - 164 words
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Article44 1977-08-04 14 AFP Kuala Lumpur, Thursday. Malaysia and Japan have set up an economic association to promote ecohomy and trade between their private sectors, It was officially announced here yesterday. The association, the Malaysia-Japan Economic Association, will be Inaugurated later this year. AFPAFP - 44 words
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Article, Illustration75 1977-08-04 14 Alaska, Thursday. Berth 1, the only floating berth at the Valdez marine terminal, was fabricated in Japan and transported by barge to Alaska last April. Weighing about 2.9 million k|, the 125m-long dock is the first of its kind to accommodate 12&000 deadweight tonne tankers.UPI Radiophoto - 75 words
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Article50 1977-08-04 14 AFP London, Thursday Although a massive inflow of short-term funds was continuing, a small downward adjustment of the Bank of England's minimum lending rate (MLR) was like!y at the weekend, reliable sources said yesterday. They said the MLR might be reduced by only one-quarter of a Doint.AFP - 50 words
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Article36 1977-08-04 14 UPI Tokyo, Thursday Sanyo Electric Co. said yesterday it plans an additional 3.8 per cent increase in prices of its colour television sets shipped to the United States beginning in September of this year.—UPlUPI - 36 words
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281 1977-08-04 14 Reuter London, Thursday The Bank of England said yesterday it would take over the bank created by British financier Jim Slater, Slater Walker Limited, as part of an operation designed to prevent the liquidation of the financial group. The bank announced itsReuter - 281 words
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Article147 1977-08-04 14 Brussels, Thursday The US dollar showed no real signs of .Improvement on European money markets yesterday. Gold looked better, up from U*****.6250 per ounce in Zurich and* London to U*****.3750 In both cities. In Frankfurt, the dollar fell from 2.29 German marks at the close- on Tuesday to147 words
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Article69 1977-08-04 14 AFP Tokyo, Thursday A Japanese oil developer Is nearlng contracts with French and American Arms for Joint development of the first oil field In Jordan, Informed sources said yesterday. The contracts would enable Japan's Fuyo Petroleum Development Corp. and Compagnie Francalse Petroles (CFP) of France toAFP - 69 words
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Article, Illustration88 1977-08-04 15 Sundarkali, a 32-year-old cow elephant weighing more than 2720 kilogrammes, broke her leg two months ago. Her keepers had tried several native cures but there was no relief. Many experts turned up to examine the ailing Sundarkali but none thought she could be cured until Dr. J.M.UPI picture - 88 words
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Article648 1977-08-04 15 Ramesh Pande - By Ramesh Pande UPI New Delhi, Thursday When your lady patient weighs more than 2720-kg and you're about to set a broken bone for her in an open-air theatre with hundreds of villagers breathing down your neck, it's no easy thing. But Dr. J.M.UPI - 648 words
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Article479 1977-08-04 16 Reuter London, Thursday Cricketers who have signed for Kerry Packer's "rebel" Test series seem to have bound themselves "hand and foot" for three years, according to a Queen's Counsel here yesterday. The High Court is being asked by Packer's company to grant injunctions stopping theReuter - 479 words
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Advertisement266 1977-08-04 16 TAIWAN M "WAYFONO" Hongkong built 1974 Cheoylee quality LOA 28 foot, beam V ing sails plus 440 sq.ft. spinnaker, flbreglass sloop with teak deck ana trim, 7 HP volvo dieiel. As new condition with auto pilot log seaflx RDF cassette player and dingy on davits. Tel: *****5 D. King. MO266 words
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Advertisement477 1977-08-04 16 GUITAR TUITION. INDIVIDUAL lessons on classic, flamenco, folk at Singapore Oultar (Pte) Ltd., 210, Plaza Slngapura, B'pore 9. Tel: *****7. PRICED ITEM 3 IN CLABBIFIEOB SELL BETTER NOTICES NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, I Chua Huan Chor of No. 107, Blk. 29, Kelantan Road, Singapore, have applied for a477 words
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Advertisement73 1977-08-04 16 EFFECTIVE SALESMANSHIP (53rd Practical Coutm) Commencing: 6TH AUGUST 1»77. Highly-appreciated, time-tested practical course begins on Saturday, Oth August. Provides comprehensive, practical training In modern selling techniques. Syllabus Includes Basic Selling Skills, Merchandising, Field Responsibilities and Personal Efficiency. Suitable for both experienced salesmen and novices aspiring to a sales career. Tuition73 words
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Miscellaneous410 1977-08-04 16 LI YOUR LUCKY STARS 1 IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY BORN today, you may well come Into a substantial financial Inheritance by the time you are a young adult. In which case, it may be that your many talents will be profitable assets. It Is to be hoped that you will410 words
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Article36 1977-08-04 16 CHUA LIK TONG, AGED 72. ■weed mwmy aaacahiWy l/i/77. laaving behind S ian«, 2 daughter*. 2 4ni|kNnMtv, 1 an-in-law and 12grandc KIM ran. CirtMi liitm 111, Naa Tlaw Km/ for BrigM HM CramatarliMW stfc AwK at36 words
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1251 1977-08-04 17 SATURDAY Cl. 2 Div. 3 —1200m 9 Bombara 67 3 Rubber Broker 56.5 11 Happy Melody III 56 18 Ovation III 55 8 Anti-Corruption 54.5 19 Usaha-Setla II 54.5 2 Pride of Galway 64.5 17 Planning Dragon 54.6 13 Jackaroo 54 15 Track Leader1,251 words
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Article, Illustration754 1977-08-04 17 BRIAN MILLER - By BRIAN MILLER A torrential downpour that came in the early afternoon failed to dampen the spirit of the competitors who teed-ofT in the second round of the Singapore Women's Open amateur golf championships at Bukit Course yesterday. The women, who teedofT looking radiant754 words
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Article345 1977-08-04 17 By FAIRWAY Kuala Lumpur, Thursday Betsy's Pet did a winning gallop on a fast track here this morning. With a riding boy astride, the Saranover seven-year-old was striding out faultlessly In a 600m sprint in 38.4. A fast third to Stryker In the Buklt345 words
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Article155 1977-08-04 17 SATURDAY RACE ONE: tl CI. 4 Div. S 1244 m Yet Y»m y»n|, Art Movement, Fort one's Favourite, Take Me High. RACE TWO: 2.39. a. 4 Div. 4 1240 m Gen tine Highland* 11. Baa Terr®, Mesmcrloer, Natural Beauty. Peak of Violence, Pragmatlat. RACE THREE: 2.4. CI. 2 Dhr.155 words
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Advertisement137 1977-08-04 17 What is really like Come see for yourself and discover your own India. For India is an experience. You may fall in love with her as countless do or she might overwhelm you with"her complexities. But you will never forget her. Because India can dazzle with her beauty, captivate you137 words
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Article517 1977-08-04 18 TONY KOH - By TONY KOH For the next 10 days, local basketball fans can look forward to seeing some of Asia's top teams competing In the Pesta Sukan Invitation basketball championship at the Gey World Stadium starting tomorrow. The nine countries competing are: South Korea, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand,517 words
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299 1977-08-04 18 Tokyo, Thursday Reigning Wlmbl edon single champion Virginia Wade of Britain and defending c h a m plon Betty Stove of the Netherlands will lead the strong field of 30 players In the sth Toray Silook tennis tournament In Japan In September, sponsors299 words
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Article85 1977-08-04 18 Reuter Hamburg, Thursday Kevin Keegan Inspired 8V Hamburg to beat his old club Liverpool 3-2 (half time 1-0) in a friendly "supercup" challenge match here last night. A crowd of 55.000 saw Keegan score the first goal in the 19th minute. In the 03rd minute, Keegan passedReuter - 85 words
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Article, Illustration845 1977-08-04 18 Brian Miller - BOWLING by Brian Miller Twenty-one year old Topy Llm established himself as one of the top favourites for this year's International Masters when he swept the field to win the Singapore T en p 1 n Bowl lng Congress' selection finals ,at System845 words
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Miscellaneous251 1977-08-04 18 _y u miiiiii u id a ll ■I ACROSS 1 Snicker 5 Throng 8 Commercial IS Ripped 13 Wooden shoe 15 Freedom from care 16 Hie Red 17 Discordant 18 Paradise 19 "There once (start of limerick) 24 "Who ate sour (next word of limerick) 27 Continuation of limerick 32251 words
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Article, Illustration526 1977-08-04 19 The title race is still wide open The race for the National football League Division One title was thrown wide open when Toa Payoh United FC upset defending champions Geylang International 4-3 at the National Stadium last night. Both teams kept a crowd of about 6000Picture by DAVID TAN - 526 words
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Article57 1977-08-04 19 The Billiard Assocla tlon of Singapore will hold a billiard and snooker match against the Selangor Chinese Recreation Club on Friday and Saturday at the Textile Centre at 7.30 p.m. and 2.30 p.m. respectively. The Singapore squad: (three balls) Richard Llm and T. K. Ong (four balls) Alan57 words
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406 1977-08-04 19 Reuter London, Thursday Debbie Austin, the hottest player on the US women's golf circuit, shot a superb six-under-par 68 at Sunningdale yesterday to take the first round lead in the European LPGA championships. The 29-year-old New Yorker who plays out of Palm Beach,Reuter - 406 words
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Article325 1977-08-04 19 The 16-member Singapore Malays soccer team left this morning for their first-leg seml-flnal game against Trengganu Malays tomorrow at Kuala Trengganu In the Sultan's Gold Cup competition. without two of their key players. But. despite the absence of key players skipper Dollah Kasslm (personal problem)325 words
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Miscellaneous54 1977-08-04 19 the born loser by Art Sansom m /OOKONfT 1 TW> s. CHK-K BOOMCPP! i 1 1 I H 3 73 i 't* "Think he ukes ME J a to tzd m M m m <x m 2M Ah »3s &B p <£ *i M IS 1 -5 0J 4> Si54 words
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Article42 1977-08-04 20 AH FOOK: I was shocked to learn that 0.5 per cent of Singaporeans are drug addicts! Previous anti-drug campaigns didn't seem to have worked. MEI LIN: Let's hope that SANA'S new war against drug abuse will Include some new ammunition.42 words
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Miscellaneous906 1977-08-04 20 TV AND RADIO SINGAPORE 5 3.00 OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS followed by THE BEVERLY Cousin Roy In Morleland (r). Situation comedy a tarring Buddy Ebsen. 3.30 DIARY OF EVENTS (C). 3.35 EIGHT HEEOEB or SHOU LIN (r). Mandarin serial. 4.25 INTERMISSION. 0.99 OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS followed by LASSIE: The Doll. 0.39 NEWS IN906 words
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Miscellaneous288 1977-08-04 20 Todays top shows ASEAN SUMMIT, KUALA LUMFUB: Opening Ceremony. (Ch. 5, 9.55 p.m. In colour). A recording of the opening of the second ASEAN Summit which was held this morning In Kuala Lumpur. This programme features the speeches made by host, Datuk Hussein Onn, Prime Minister Lee Kuan Tew, Presidehts288 words
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