New Nation, 2 February 1978
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Title Section21 1978-02-02 1 New Nation SINGAPORE Thursday, February 2, 1978 No. 2173 Price 25 cents M.C. (P) 216/1/78 r 7=7^=^ MAV fci) NATION COMMENT:21 words
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Article, Illustration107 1978-02-02 1 AFP German chemists In Hamburg exami n i n g Israeli oranges that were said to have contained mercury. Meanwhile, a Europewide alert is now on following the disclosure yesterday that five Uutch children underwent treatment after eating oranges imported from Israel. The mercury was allegedlyAFP - 107 words
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Article, Illustration590 1978-02-02 1 Proposals for greater military and economic ties drawn up for summit Reuter AP Algiers. Thursday Plans for a new offensive against Eg y p t i a n-Israe;i peace moves were drawn up yesterday for the approval of hardline Arab leaders who open a summitReuter; AP; UPI radio picture - 590 words
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223 1978-02-02 1 The Joint SingaporeJapan petrochemical complex scheduled to begin production here in 1881 has been postponed again because of depressed world demand for petrochemical, reported the Asian Wall Street Journal. According to yesterday's report, though the project has been postponed for six months officially, construction will not223 words
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Article26 1978-02-02 1 A plane exploded in mid-air over Bulim cemetery In Jurong at about 10.30 a.m. today. The plane has not been identified, a police spokesman said.26 words
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Article76 1978-02-02 1 UPI New Delhi, Thursday Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi yesterday announced the new party she created a month ago would be named after her. The announcement came in a letter she wrote to the Chief Election Commission asking for recognition of her party. A partyUPI - 76 words
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Advertisement28 1978-02-02 1 Perak's Malaysia Cup chances Page 26 FA Cup: United shock Page 26 IN THE OTHER PAGES: Money words 12; Stars 24; Crossword 25; Comics 26; What's on 27.28 words
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Advertisement40 1978-02-02 1 Drowning s bold new shop* toward better golf is way out in front! •i. an »«tto -EBrowninQ wlrtt Drowning 440™» BLUE NUN A rellect ion of good taste w tr'i ill j» v" I i V, > h Eastern Agencies fjiy'j40 words
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Miscellaneous11 1978-02-02 1 Forecast Weather outlook today from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. F&ir.11 words
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Article128 1978-02-02 2 Steady but featureless trading prevailed on the Stock Exchange of Singapore during the first 45 minutes today with share prices tending on an upward bias. Turnover remained low, however, reflecting the reluctance to strike fresh deals. BUSINESS DONE: First Seetioa: J. MATHESON (1) 1.02 (1) 1.83 INCHCAPE (6)128 words
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Article51 1978-02-02 2 The Minister of State (Defence) and MP for Radln Mas. Mr Bernard Chen, will distribute ang pows and footstuff to the aged at Radln Mas Community Centre (Blk. 38) at I p.m. tomorrow. A reception will also be held for these aged people who are on social welfare51 words
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Article97 1978-02-02 2 Seventeen employees of Lim and Tan. a stockbroking firm, have been retrenched. They Include two trading clerks, one of whom Is attached to the Stock Exchange of Singapore's trsdlng room. The rest are administrative staff. Retrenchment benefits of two months' salary were believed to have97 words
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Article, Illustration100 1978-02-02 2 An artist's Impression of the $4-3 million Katong branch library now boing constructed In Marine Parade, opposite the NTUC supermarket. The two-storey build Inf will have a floor area of 3718 square metres. The main features are an auditorium with a Mt-seating capacity and two open-air100 words
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Article43 1978-02-02 2 Mr O. A. Long has been elected chairman of the Singapore group of the Boclety of Licensed Aircraft Engineers and Technologist. The other officials are Mr A Surlakumaran (vice-chairman); Mr B. J. Bcoti (secretary) and Mr Yat Khal Hong (treasurer). l43 words
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Article52 1978-02-02 2 The Oreatest Show on Ice performed by the National Ice Revue of Poland will be held at the National Theatre from Feb 7 to 13 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. The 85-member troupe brings with It, 1000 pieces of costumes and 90 tonnes of equipment, props52 words
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Article, Illustration227 1978-02-02 2 By Teresa Ooi The Meteorological Department has for the first time started to collect dust samples to measure the amount of radioactivity in the atmosphere. A new equipment called Dust Sampler, has recently been Installed In the Meteorological Station at paya Lebar airport. The equipment, specially227 words
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260 1978-02-02 2 Reuter AP London, Thursday About 100 Malaysian and Singapore students yesterday marched on the Singapore High Commission in London to protest against the detention of five people they said have been held In the republic without trial for 15 years. The students presented twoReuter; AP - 260 words
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380 1978-02-02 2 A visiting cosmic ray expert, Prof. A.W. Wolfendale, has said that the chances of being run over by a car are far greater than radiation from the Soviet Cosmos satellite which crashed over Canada recently. He said he would be surprised if the nuclearpowered380 words
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Article90 1978-02-02 2 In a speech by Lim Chong Yah of the Economics Depßrtmen of the University of Singapore on the R e P" bl l^ r economic prospecit i this year Polished in yesterday's New Nation, he predicted an Increase of between two and nve per cent in the90 words
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Advertisement21 1978-02-02 2 SOS It always help* to talk to someone. Samaritans of Sinrapore exists to help those In despair or suicidal. Ring *****4421 words
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Article, Illustration209 1978-02-02 3 Several sausage manufacturers have temporarily stopped production because of a glut. The glut Is due to Increased output by the manufacturers to meet the festive season demand. Two of them said they had doubled output in anticipation of the Chinese New Year demand and are waiting for orders209 words
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Article438 1978-02-02 3 Sunny Wee - Likely topic at Bangkok By Sunny Wee Asean foreign ministers are expected to discuss the future of Lt-Gen Hart on o Dhar so no as its secretary-g en e r a i when they meet in Bangkok later this month. According to Asean sources, the438 words
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Article92 1978-02-02 3 The special examinations In English, Chinese and Tamil languages open to civil servants and the public will be held in May and June. The written English examinations will be held on May 20 while the oral examinations on May 30 and 31. v.u ij92 words
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Article25 1978-02-02 3 Band players are needed by the National Theatre Symphonic Band. Application forma can be obtained from the National Theatre, and Yamaha Munc Scnoor25 words
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Article239 1978-02-02 3 By Judith Hale Singapore Airlines will spend 107,500 to connect Its computer system to the one In Britain which links travel agents to several airlines. A spokesman said SIA will be the first airline In Asia to use Travlcom, the British system. The decision to connect Kriscom,239 words
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Article, Illustration247 1978-02-02 4 Although villagers of Kampong Paya, Geylang Serai, (ear this wooden bridge across the canal might collapse they Btill use it daily because it provides a short cut to the main roads. According to the villager!, a detour means walking almost another 2km. The bridge, located at one247 words
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264 1978-02-02 4 K.K. Fong - Plan will involve 2000 buses By K.K. Fong SBS drivers will soon drive In cool comfort —If a plan to alrcondltlon the drivers' compartments of the company's 2000 buses succeeds. Confirming this, SBS general manager Mr Wong Hung Khlm said the move is to upgrade264 words
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Article84 1978-02-02 4 Two semi-government bodies and tne Finance Ministry wiil jointly implement the new product development assistance scheme aimed at instilling greater sellreliance among local manufacturers in product design. The scheme by the Economic Development Board, the Singapore Institute of standards and Research and the Ministry is84 words
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Article71 1978-02-02 4 Reuter Bogota, Thursday The Singapore registered motor vessel Mundsburg broke in two and sank off the Colombian Pacific coast, but all its crew were rescued, the Port Authority said yesterday. The authority quoted the Mundsburg's skipper, Iljadica Vlnko, as saying the 4710-tonne freighter sprang aReuter - 71 words
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218 1978-02-02 4 The second Asean Banking Conference in Bangkok has called lor the exchange of "desk officers" among banks in the five countries. The bankers agreed this should be implemented as soon as possible as It helps to increase trade and investments.. The '"desk218 words
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Article, Illustration241 1978-02-02 4 Hotel rates here are fast .catching up with those in Australia and may discourage tourists from Down Under coming to Singapore. This is the view of Qantas convention sales manager Mr Bob Westcott who i& with a fivemember team here to generate convent! on241 words
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Advertisement34 1978-02-02 4 dynamic range processor The dbx 119 Dynamic Range Enhancer Noise Reduction Unit restores up to 20 db of the dynamics missing from records, tapes, and FM broadcasts and puts life back into the music.34 words
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Article73 1978-02-02 5 Reuter New Delhi, Thursday The Shah of Iran arrives here today for talks with Indian Prime Minister Morarji Desai expected to cover bilateral relations, economic cooperation and the distant prospect of an Asian Common Market. The main background to the talks between the two leaders isReuter - 73 words
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Article64 1978-02-02 5 Reuter Edmonton (Alberta). Thursday —US and Canadian scientists yesterday were gingerly recovering an assortment ot metal fragments from a nuclear-powered Soviet satellite that disintegrated over Canada's snowy wastes on Jan. 24. As the huge search and clean-up operation entered Its ninth day. sensor-equipped aircraft were still making newReuter - 64 words
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Article30 1978-02-02 5 Reuter Washington. Thursday —Intluentlal congressmen yesterday challenged President Carter's proposed 14 per cent increase in foreign spending on the grounds the money would benefit only the wealthy and powerlul.—Reuter.Reuter - 30 words
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200 1978-02-02 5 Reuter Beirut, Thursday The Palestine news agency Wafa yesterday denied Palestinians had poisoned Israeli oranges exported to Europe and in Algiers a senior Palestinian official spoke of "another disgusting manoeuvre to blacken our name." An organisation calling itself the Arab Revolutionary Army Palestine Command has claimedReuter - 200 words
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Article146 1978-02-02 5 Reuter Nairobi, Thursday Ethiopia said yesterday that Somali forces, armed by Nato and other "reactionary" states, had destroyed one of its towns during a major battle in the Ogaden desert war. For its part. Somalia said Ethiopian planes had killed one person and wounded 14 inReuter - 146 words
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Article31 1978-02-02 5 AP Washington, Thursday More than 250,000 Jaguars, Triumphs and Austin Marinas and 74.000 Toyota Celicas are being recalled because of safety defects, the national highway traffic safety administration announced yesterday.—AP.AP - 31 words
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119 1978-02-02 5 Reuter London, Thursday Britain supported by nine countries yesterday put forward world disarmament proposals ranging from banning chemical weapons and underground nuclear tests to strengthening the United Nations peace keeping role. A British "draft pro- gramme of action on d'sarmament" was submitted at the UnitedReuter - 119 words
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200 1978-02-02 5 Reuter Jakarta, Tuesday Inaonesia s small uemucratic farty ifUU nas reamrmua its support lor tne re-eiectiou ot rresiaent bunarto loilowing internal leadersnip quurreis wmch nave been patched up in recent weeks. Mr Mohammad Isnaeni, chairman o i the PUi Executive Board, told newsmen on TuesdayReuter - 200 words
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Article189 1978-02-02 5 AP Washington, Thursday US ambassador Leonard Woodcock said yesterday that America's lack of full diplomatic relations with China Is "founded on an obvious absurdity" and could accentuate the danger of world war erupting in the northeast Pacific. "I strongly balleve It necessary for the peaceAP - 189 words
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Advertisement67 1978-02-02 5 B Pi THE THUNDERSTORM 1 t: V 4 and Sweet Charity They give you music that sends you out of this world. Cover charge Weekday $1.50 only except Saturday 53.00 All drinks at bar prices. Anoth» f )r,ig».ri Show .itr >rt Feb 6&7: Ist drink $18+3% Malays ia H .d'J67 words
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297 1978-02-02 6 >4. Businessman's blast at Carter man Reuter Davos (Swltierland), Thursday President Carter's deputy trade negotiator Alonzo MacDonald clashed with a leading Japanese businessman he re yesterday Wtyo' accused the US and other Wiesfcern countries of having a "to hell with Japan" attitude. TheReuter - 297 words
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Article349 1978-02-02 6 AP Washington, Thursday -^*319: trade negotiator Itotoert; Stravuu said yesterday that despite a major change In policy dlrect'on It may take as much as eight years to achieve a trade balance with Japan. Mr Strauss told the US Senate finance committee that the USAP - 349 words
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Article49 1978-02-02 6 UPI Tokyo, Thursday International Trade and Industry Ministry officials yesterday said Thailand's Import ban on luxury Roods virtually Is pressure on Japan to Import more from that country. They said about 70 per cent of Thailand's trade deficit stemmed from Japan's lops'ded exports to that country.UPI - 49 words
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160 1978-02-02 6 Reuter Valetta, Thursday Rhodesian nationalist guerilla leaders yesterday said Britain and the United States had accepted new proposals for a switch to black rule in the territory and called for a partnership with Britain to lead to legal independence. But Mr Robert Mugabe andReuter - 160 words
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Article132 1978-02-02 6 UPI Washington, Thursday The State Department yes t e r day charged Vietnam with carrying out espionage activities against the US. It said it will protest to Hanoi and may expel a UN-based Vietnamese diplomat. "We have decided to protest to the UN missionUPI - 132 words
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Article74 1978-02-02 6 AFP Sydney, Thursday A prisoner left a Sydney jail for a driving lesson this week and has not been seen since. Max Lambauer wais learning to drive a truck so he could get a job when he finished his jail sentence. He was one of eight trustedAFP - 74 words
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Article158 1978-02-02 6 UPI TODAY Is Thursday, £eb. 2, the 33rd day of 1978 with 332 to follow. THE MOON Is between Its last quarter and new phase. THE MORNING STARS are Mercury and Saturn. the evening stars are Venus, Mars and Jupiter. Those born on this date are under the signUPI - 158 words
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Miscellaneous315 1978-02-02 6 Ah Fook and Mei Lin xj nN #r niar i zui bi&o de sh'i So! N W' rxV hai bij f#. iZL ji e.hun Ah Fook: The best thing about Chinese New Year is receiving ang-pows. Mei Lin: No wonder you never married. Ah Fook: Perkara paling baik tentang Tahun315 words
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Advertisement441 1978-02-02 7 tira« M 4 v A*'V B*k m "y» mm ,vH La V. Mi 5 >' ?*#*:>■ 'y W- fc 00/ttt Woo**"* Around the world Pepsi is associated with soccer. So what better idea than a series of Pepsi Soccer Contests here in Singapore, where the sport is so popular! Pepsi441 words
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Article410 1978-02-02 8 HDB home-owners reselling their flats will welcome the convenience and lower costs of legal work promised by amendments to the Housing and Development Act Parliament approved on Wednesday. The changes empower the HDB to act In resales and other transactions. The Minister Is expected soon to prescribe410 words
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Article70 1978-02-02 8 A colleague, who has been a journalist all his working life, received an impressively printed direct mail lottse which began; "Dear of Singapore* leadfn g liiumeasmnn With meh mindless Junk mall, small won- der most end in waste-baskets without even being opened. And if you think the money70 words
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Article31 1978-02-02 8 If PUB'S feMtc. Relations department tee been receiving *f A Tit l**»t copy of the telephone dlrectsvy Has listed the officer In charge as Mm rub ic Relations "Officer31 words
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Article, Illustration1310 1978-02-02 8 The Russians have killer satellites, orbital bombardment vehicles and laser weapons in space The US has launched a crash programme to build even more sophisticated space weapons- NYT Washington: While the attention of the world was glued on flights to the moon and the orbital handshakeNYT - 1,310 words
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Article512 1978-02-02 9 Nato-Japan-Pacific ally bloc exempted from cut Reuter AP Washington, Thursday President Carter yesterday put a US$B.6 billion ($19.8 billion) ceiling on the sales of US arms to al countries except Nato allies, Japan, Australia and New Zealand this year. At the same time, totalReuter; AP - 512 words
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Article311 1978-02-02 9 Reuter Hong Kong. Thursday Vietnam yesterday accused Cambodia of making renewed attacks along their common border and said many civilians had been killed or wounded by shelling. The Vietnam News Agency In a report monitored here said Cambodian forces attacked on Tuesday in Vietnam's Tay NinhReuter - 311 words
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Article59 1978-02-02 9 AP Detroit, Thursday—A federal judge dismissed an Indictment yesterday against two Filiplna nurses whose earlier conviction of poisoning patients at a veteran's hospital was set aside. US district Judge Philip Pratt's dismissal of the indictment, at the request of US lawyer James Robinson, means the nurses,AP - 59 words
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336 1978-02-02 9 Reuter Washington, Thursday A C on g re ssional study mission that recently toured 10 Asian and Pacific countries heard heads of state express fear that the United States is retreating into an Island fortress, the group's leader said yesterday. Congressman Lester Wolff, aReuter - 336 words
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Article, Illustration52 1978-02-02 9 AP Together, holding hands, are Therese liable, 21 (left), and Salim Osman (right), at their wedding on Tuesday in New York. Tliey are seeking political asylum in America because if they return to South Africa, they will be jailed for violating the nation's law which bans marriagesAP - 52 words
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Article156 1978-02-02 9 Reuter London, Thursday British Foreign Secretary David Owen was yesterday attacked for making what critics called a grovelling apology to Saudi Arabia for having deplored the public executions there of a Princess and her lover. The British Foreign Office issued a statement last week expressing regret atReuter - 156 words
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Article224 1978-02-02 9 Reuter Beirut, Thursday A grenade exploded in a crowded Beirut square yesterday, killing one person and wounding 17 otners, two of them seriously. The blast was the latest in a series of explosions since the Lebanese civil war ended 14 months ago. Eyewitnesses said the casualtiesReuter - 224 words
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Article187 1978-02-02 9 Reuter London, Thursday Film director Roman Polanski arrived In Britain yesterday after failing to appear in a California court for sentencing. British Airways officials said Polanski flew first class from Los Angeles to London yesterday morning. A court in Santa Monica, California, yesterday issued aReuter - 187 words
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Article31 1978-02-02 9 AP Moscow, Thursday—The Soviet Union's oldest resident, Mejld Agayev, turned 143 yesterday and was congratulated by nine other centenarians living in his Azerbaldzhanl mountain village of Tlkyaband, Tass said.AP - 31 words
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Article, Illustration918 1978-02-02 10 Violet Oon - Cook- In By Violet Oon If you feel thg pep has gone out of your life. It may be that you need soya bean, the food that has been described as "vital for retaining youth" by author C.J. Binding, who wrote the book Everything You Want to918 words
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Article147 1978-02-02 10 If you want to stimulate the mind of your pre-schooler, why not take advantage of the National Libraryt newest programme by Its Central Section? Called the Preschool Programme, It will be held In English on Wednesday at 3 p.m. for children from four to six. This will147 words
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Article243 1978-02-02 10 INEXPER I E N C E D SHOPPERS should steer clear of the smaller provision stores when buying New Year delicacies unless they are familiar with the prices. For such shoppers. Emporium Holdings is lor the first time offering special New Year foods in three of its emporiums—243 words
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Article, Illustration707 1978-02-02 10 Sylvia Leow - by Sylvia Leow It was the week before my solo adventure abroad a year ago. The tickets had been bought, the arrangements made, an itinerary planned and accommodation arranged. It wasn't my first trip overseas but it was my first alone for707 words
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Advertisement130 1978-02-02 10 West Cabot's Vitamin E Skin Care is The one thing your skin may have always needed! This luxurious moisturising creme, 1 super saturated with 14,000 units of Vitamin E moistens, softens and beautifies all skin types. Marvellous for rough-dry zones and delicate eye areas. Use under makeup, as a night130 words
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Article693 1978-02-02 11 NYT GUlund (Denmark): Once upon a time, in this village not far from the home of Hans Christian Andersen, there lived a carpenter who was very sad. It was during a depression, and he could not find a Job. One day, the carpenter, whose nameNYT - 693 words
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Article, Illustration167 1978-02-02 11 (Not pictured). If you have alrconditloners in your home, you'U know how dirty and dusty they can get. Frost King offers its new air conditioner filter as an answer to that problem. All you do 1b remove the old filter, cut this polyure- thane foam to fit and insert it167 words
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Advertisement138 1978-02-02 11 naiiliHMHlllißll.'Bllim:: nmmßMißiii W iHI.nWIH i■( ■< For your medical needs and pharmaceutical requirements please call at: i SALIM &CO (PTE) LTD PHARMACY I 3 Phillip Street (Junction of Market Chulia Streets) i Singapore 1 Tels: *****2 *****3 %x mm*, s •r<rm m I'-*®* Thara's no doubt about K. It's q/138 words
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Miscellaneous372 1978-02-02 11 ■kids on|y Puzzles, riddles, crosswords, jokes to share? We pay $5 for every contribution. The address is Kids Only, New Nation, Locked Bag 15, Singapore 1. Don't forget to add your name, age and address. I. Take a look at these three pictures and see if you can see more372 words
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Article359 1978-02-02 12 But Kuwait gets Opec nod to sell crude at lower prices if necessary Business Neus and Views AFP UPI Geneva, Thursday Ministers of five major exporters of heavy crude oils wound up day-long talks here last night on harmonisatlon of prices for different qualities of oil without achievingAFP; UPI - 359 words
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Article280 1978-02-02 12 SINGAPORE will once again be the meeting point tor thousands of oilmen when the second Offshore South-east Asia Conference Is held here this month. They will study and evaluate the latest offshore exploration development In Asia and Australia and the technology applied In drilling and production. The exhibition280 words
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213 1978-02-02 12 Reuter Washington, Thursday —The United States yes terday reported a record balance of payments trade deficit last year of US$3l.4 billion ($74.2 billion), more than three times higher than in 1976. The Commerce Department's report came two days after It announced a record USReuter - 213 words
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Article122 1978-02-02 12 Reuter Bangkok .Thursday Thai authorities yesterday predicted foreign exchange savings of more than one billion baht ($ll5 million) after taking measures to cut its large Import bill. In separate moves announced late on Tuesday night, the government clamped an immediate ban on the import ofReuter - 122 words
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Article244 1978-02-02 12 UPI AP London, Thursday. The American dollar made moderate headway yesterday in quiet trading on European foreign exchanges, helped by the US Treasury Secretary's optimism about the U8 trade balance. Gold Closed higher in Zurich at U*****,125 unchanged on tne opening and up 25 cents on the overnightUPI; AP - 244 words
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Article132 1978-02-02 12 UPI Stocks rallied broadly yesterday on news of the dollar firming abroad and reports Indicating the economic recovery is continuing at a healthy pace. Trading was the heaviest In three weeks. Yesterday's closing prices followed by the difference on the previous session's close: AT T 58% Va BethUPI - 132 words
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Article33 1978-02-02 12 UPI New York, Thursday Dow Jones closing averages on the NYSE yesterday: 30 Industrials 774.34 ("t 4.42), 20 transport 210.31 1.75), 15 utilities 105.24 (+0.47), 65 stock ***** (H 1.68). UPI.UPI - 33 words
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Article119 1978-02-02 12 AFP A wave of selective buying on blue chips and speculative issues pushed prices up further on the Tokyo stock market yesterday. The Dow Jones average posted a 26.80-yen gain to finish the day at 5.138.47 yen. The wider-based Index for the first section was up 1.27 at 383.31.AFP - 119 words
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Article69 1978-02-02 12 UPI Pandas 137 —1.30 fancier 282 —2 90 Prlntemps 34.50 —0.50 Bull 24 40 0.30 Royal Dutch 265 2 C a E 260.50 —0 50 Thomson 126.40 —1.60 C P p 96 I 10 Rhone 81 —.10 Air 239.90 —1.10 B 8 N 330 n Philips 53.60 +0 50UPI - 69 words
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Article111 1978-02-02 12 Prices at 11.30 a.m. today (Australian time) on the Sydney Stock Exchange: ACI 167 168 ADC 18 30 Ampol Pet 77 78 ANl 153 APM 126 129 Bank NSW 510 514 Brambles 184 185 BHP 520 522 Boral 235 23ft CBA 243 247 CSR 290 293 CIO 250 260111 words
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Article87 1978-02-02 12 Union Bank of Switzerland, Zurich. Closing prices In Swiss irancs on the Zurich Stock Exchange yesterday: ubs Bearer 3115 15 4 UBS Registered 641 SBC 420 1 Credit Suisse 2100 20 Sw's air B. 843 7 8wiss Relnsur. 2980 +30 10 50 5 Winterthur B. 2410 Zurich Insur. 8850Union Bank of Switzerland, Zurich. - 87 words
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Miscellaneous529 1978-02-02 12 Cut out and pin with other coupons. I Posting instructions appear below I Name (Mr./Mrs./Miss) Address N.R.I.C. No: Tei: CLUES FOR FR-4 1. They fit into round holes 2. The sharpened tip of a pencil, for instance 3. A hue could well tend towards brown 4. A measure of weight529 words
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Article, Illustration2676 1978-02-02 13 Rav Dhaliwal - By Rav Dhaliwal It's Chinese New Year time again, and all round there is a buzz of activity to prepare to usher in the Year of the House. Playing their part, the hotels have lined up a grand programme of food, wine and dance2,676 words
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Article201 1978-02-02 17 The man In your life deserves something special for the festive season. If you are an average working person, you would probably want something that doesn't cut too deep into yous pocket. On the other hand, if you are "loaded" for the season, you201 words
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Article, Illustration464 1978-02-02 17 Chinese New Year means a time for pretty clothes for the young ones and they 190k forward eagerly to these new outfits. If you've not shopped for your children as yet, you'll have to do so fast. Some suggestions from Yaohan Department Store would certainly464 words
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Article, Illustration459 1978-02-02 18 A lighter makes a distinctive and practical gift for a man, or woman whatever the occasion. It shouldn't be difficult to make a choice with the wide variety and price range available In thfe market. Maruman Is one of the distinctive ranges that you459 words
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Article, Illustration269 1978-02-02 18 Thinking of family gifts this Chinese New Year?' Or getting a gift for a special friend's home? Here are a few ideas on Items of value you could buy: A SETRON digital clock-radio (model STR--224F). This has a unique and practical electronic sensor269 words
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Article, Illustration97 1978-02-02 19 Simple and casual just right for your Chinese New Year outings. And going at special prices too at Online Department Store, ground floor, (rear block) Orchard Towers. Right: A two-piece batik outfit outstanding print on the waist-length bodice and along the overlapping end of th£ wrap-round skirt. A97 words
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Article923 1978-02-02 20 Richard Adhikari - By Richard Adhikari Hangover. Spliting headaches. That awful feeling that your painting the town red the night before has extended to all the girls you see wearing red of various shades. Pink elephants have nothing on girls of all shapes, sizes and ages in red923 words
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Article, Illustration606 1978-02-02 20 Traditional Chinese New Year foodstuffs and delicacies are among the most importang buys during this festiye season. Festive shoppers are already thronging the supermarkets picking up these Items, some of which they use in the preparation of many dishes in the Chinese606 words
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Article, Illustration648 1978-02-02 21 Chinese New Year is a time of special delight for the little ones. And new clothes and toys are among the main delights coupled with going out. A special toy at this time Is happiness for the kids, something that648 words
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Article, Illustration423 1978-02-02 22 A horse-shoe Is believed to bring luck. To usher In the Year of the Horse, the Metro chain of stores has very appropriately organised a for Luck" contest for Its customers. This contest, which Is now on, will continue up to Feb. 20. It requires a423 words
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Advertisement136 1978-02-02 13 A gift of lasting pleasure The RISIS Orchid re: Pi < ,-f M +< si C A 1 o> .v JS> (i jr im 9 4* J* t r V r i Choose from a wide range of the RISIS Collections. Pendants, brooches, tie pins elegant and distinctive. The grace136 words
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Advertisement275 1978-02-02 15 I w Your family's enjoyment makes up for the years of painstaking research that goes in the development and perfection of SHARP'S exclusive LINYTRON PLUS picture tube. The 'seen' results perfect picture, perfect true-to-life colour reproduction. We're duty-bound to sharing this exclusive feature with your family. We're also duty-bound to275 words
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Advertisement134 1978-02-02 16 1 I I Is Jade and Gold Ornaments V TIN SING GOLDSMITHS (PTE) LTD. 215-217, SOUTH BRIDGE HOAO, SINGAPORE 1. TEL: *****1 *****9 tats Orient JEWELLERS PIE ITD I.M P.i r .»r> Ct""t,.i S3iOi? 5500/8 2 trusted Jewellers! Reputable. Reliable, v Guaranteed Genuine Jewelleries of International Class. Courteous Service. Satisfaction134 words
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Advertisement72 1978-02-02 16 The Nichigaku While Board: If ire not one thing, it's another. m a writina board. Irs a pin i board. screen. The only imported :>v <a?ch proof porcelain enamel White Boarri Nichigaku White Boards are available in a range of styles and sizes and are guaranteed against scratching, staining and72 words
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Advertisement207 1978-02-02 17 i* THE SPIRIT OF TRUE PROFESSIONALISM SW-177 3-Way 4-Speaker System S&aa SW-157 3-Way 3-Speaker System ASE-30 GXC-570D 3-Head 3-Motor Stereo Cassette Deck Hill? L_4ii d©6 -r«Sr-GXC-760D 3-Head 3-Motor Stereo Cassette Deck M i wf'V flEgrßgj «%>« aaaaas p AA-1020 GXC-710D FM/AM Stereo Receiver Amplifier Front Loading Stereo Cassette Deck AKAI207 words
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Advertisement58 1978-02-02 18 ITIVE OFFER SSiiaSs *K 3S& ;-N* MP ..•> vK S* nli >* *r« /HiPfnEnr ju/i arrived m&mrnm r~~* IBIZn BEDROOM /UITE i .< .•-> /PECIfII OFFER:/I.S99nETT Genuine STAMMSCHROER bedroom sets from >Xfcst Germany. Other models available with free gifts: DIANA'DWOS'TESSIN-ANGELA Range of furniture can be viewed at our showroom from58 words
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Advertisement81 1978-02-02 19 4 I M Time with Golden Maid makes your money well spent. For this Spring Festival, Golden Maid offers you the latest range of Ladies' Dresses, Blouses, Skids, Pants and Children's Wear at unbelievable prices! Shop at Golden Maid Department Store today for the best Chinese New Year Buys! Golden81 words
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Advertisement213 1978-02-02 19 Good Looks and Good Sounds Combined, The DEMON Beat Series is Unbeatable Value for Money I ONLY 1.235 Beat -22MF LOOK CLOSER cn o RN IIOOK Front Loading DOLBY NR System Cassette Tape Deck with OC Servo Motor and Permalloy Solid Ferrite Heads m m ■iton thiv SA 2900 Stereo213 words
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Advertisement173 1978-02-02 20 SANYO'S FROST-FREE FRIDGE I »l •fl 3fc SR62I FR with Cold Water Dispenser A beautiful 170 litres (6cu. ft) refrigerator from Sanyo incorporates the following star features: A cassette liquid dispenser built into the door. Ideal for cold water, juices and beverages. Big storage capacity with 2 door storage compartments.173 words
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Advertisement103 1978-02-02 21 KONG HEE FATT CHOY Geylang/Tanjong Katong Road Singapura 14 NEW ITEMS NEW ARRIVALS For CHINESE NEW YEAR ATTRACTIVE HAMPERS Specially Gracefully packed, prices ranging from $25/- to $80/Have your own choice and make your money worth. Make your wise purchase now hy calling on us 1 i 4* V m103 words
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Advertisement152 1978-02-02 21 and her team of London■ and locally■ trained hairstylists Victor, Willie Lily, Sandy, and Janet attend you. BEAUTIBOB 349/360 2nd Floor, Shaw Centra, Scott s Road, Singapore v. Mon. Sat: 9 am. 6 p.m. (Fri: 9 am. 7 p.m.) i For appointment pleaaa ca11:>*****31 or *****13 KONG HEE FATT CHOY152 words
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Advertisement7 1978-02-02 22 MAKE YOUR OWN BISCUITS WITH EASILY OPERATED7 words
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Advertisement96 1978-02-02 22 Engineering advances are everywhere in FUJI electric fans. 1. Adjustable Neck 2. Double Oscillation 3. New "AEROPITCH" Blade and Powerful Motor 4. Easily Removable Blade and Guard 5. 60 Min Automatic Timer 6. Advanced Lubrication System And that's why you get trouble free cool comfort in any Fuji Electric Fan96 words
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Advertisement90 1978-02-02 23 wttftwse wr am M TANGUN SHOPPING W0 CENTRE BaßßaaaaißfflfflGiaaßgigißgwßaagBßßßa6igggiggsgggKagiMßigaagiggggaaflifflßagawwwgiMfflfflfflggigig«ggi i u >11 rfn Vt*. i M 5 4 r%*. > -y M w L L lanflln Shopping Centre ...is a beautiful new shopping experience Com© to Mohan's, where the service is superb, atmosphere relaxing, stock carried ample, and prices very90 words
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Advertisement135 1978-02-02 23 Look for this sign when you go shopping for your next ffight Fly Lufthansa German Airfines Fastest to Frankfurt the centre of Europe city Lufthansa German Airlines Contact your travel agent or Lufthansa: Singapore: Tanglin Shopping Centre, 19 Tanglin Road. 10. Tel: *****2 *****4. Kuala Lumpur: Hotel Merlin, Jalan Sultan135 words
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Advertisement128 1978-02-02 23 T7 V A HISTORIC SILK FROM CHINA Over 2,000 years ago, men from many parts of Asia and Europe travelled thousands of miles eastwards along the historic 'SILK ROAD' to ancient China. Most of these men came in search for 'SILK', Silk Fabrics from China. The Chinese Silk Fabrics has128 words
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Article, Illustration594 1978-02-02 24 Brian Miller - BOWLING by Brian Miller Singapore's national bowlers will have their flrst taste of top class competition this season when they compete in the Hong Kong International and the Malaysian Open champlons h i ps next month. These are the flrst two tournaments lined up for594 words
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Article590 1978-02-02 25 By FAIRWAY Stryker tops my list of horses to lollow at the Selangor Gold Cup meeting which begins on Saturaay. The Test Case six-year-old has won three races over distances early last year and has been running some good races recently. At Bunit Tlmah in November.590 words
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Article148 1978-02-02 25 KACE ONE: 1.45. Class 4 Div 8 1290 m Jady Girl, Boom Town, Charlie, Libertine Champion. RACE TWO: 2.15. Class 4 Div 7 1200 m Zietman. Easy Can, London Bridge, Mine*. RACE THREE: 2.45. Class 4 Div 5 1200 m Just Nice, Lyon, Garda, Little Pancho. Natural148 words
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Article1164 1978-02-02 25 SATURDAY Cl. 2 Div. 2—l Boom 2 Aditoba 57 15 Kita Suka 111 55 7 Napshot 53.5 5 Film Goer IV 53.5 13 Spectrum 53.5 14 Its Magic 53.5 9 Royal Ovation 53 8 Strange Idea 51.5 11 Patriarch 51 4 Chaseluck 50.5 6 Wells Panto1,164 words
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Article322 1978-02-02 25 Kuala Lumpur, Thursday.—Silver Image (S.B. Tan) did a winning gallop at Kuala Lumpur this morning. The grey was hard held to beat C.I.A. (Dahlan) in a 600 m trial in 36. The going was good Cocoa Exporter (Olsen) impressed in a 600 m sprint in 36.2. Btntang Timor322 words
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Article, Illustration460 1978-02-02 26 JEFFREY LOW - Malaysia Cup JL'78 Kallang is no slaughterhouse, says Oei By JEFFREY LOW "The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak." So says Perak FA secretary Mr Oei Poh Hwa in a summing up of his team's performances thus far. But when Perak meet Singapore on460 words
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Article181 1978-02-02 26 K3 Soccer London. Thursday West Bromwich Albion knocked English Football Association Cup holders Manchester United out of the competition last night with a 3-2 victory in a thrilipacked match which went to extra time. United, twice behind during the regulation 90 minutes of the fourth181 words
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Article182 1978-02-02 26 JF3 Athletics AFP Auckland, Thursday John Walker. New Zealand's Olympic 1500 m champion and world mile record holder, will have surgery on his right leg and may miss a planned clash with Tansanlan' filbert Bayl. Walker, who made a brilliant return to form on BaturdayAFP - 182 words
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Article, Illustration373 1978-02-02 26 SURESH NAIR - E3 Boxing By SURESH NAIR National boxing champions, Tan Cheng Joo (flyweight) and D. Ravichandra (welterweight), have been selected to represent the Republic In the King's Cup tournament at Bangkok from Feb 23 to Mar 3. The Cup championships, one of the prestigious boxing events373 words
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Article245 1978-02-02 26 UPI New York, ThursdayTop seed Bjorn Borg beat defending champion Tom Okker in the first round of the Men's indoor tennis tournament on Tuesday night. "We missed a lot of easy shots, both of us," said Borg following his 6-3, 5-7. 6-1 win over Okker. "WeUPI - 245 words
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Article36 1978-02-02 26 AFP Kuala Lumpur, Thursday Malaysia have been invited to take part In the first Japan Cup soccer tourney, the FAM said yesterday. South Korea are the only other Asian national team MV vlted. —AFP.AFP - 36 words
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Advertisement651 1978-02-02 24 I AT YOUR SERVICE Telephone Service Weekdays 8.30 a.m. 5.00 p.rr Saturdays 8.30 a.m. 3.00 p.rr Public Holidays 9.00 a.m. 1.00 p.m Counter Service Regular office hours Antafone Service After office hours ial a MM CALL MICHELLE FOR a most relaxing massage by our young attractive masseuses/ masseurs. Appointment: *****12651 words
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Advertisement146 1978-02-02 24 BALI HIALTH CENTRE. Peel like a refreshing sauna-bath or invigorating massage by charming and experienced girls. Visit us at Ist. fir, Hotel New Hongkong, 101, Victoria Street or call *****. EXPERIENCED TEACHER OFFERS English, Maths and other subjects tuition for Primary/ Secondary levels. Ring: *****3 OUITAR TUITION. INDIVIDUAL lessons on146 words
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Advertisement42 1978-02-02 24 TV/Radio Sales Services SIMBRO DAY NIOHT Service. Any make T.V./ Fixing Colour Antennae. Moderate Charges. Contact: *****6/ *****6. NEW TOYOTA CARS and commercial vehicles for sale. Maximum valuation (or your trade-in vehicle. Contact Francis Koh Tel: *****3. SELL SEEK through the classifieds.42 words
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Advertisement114 1978-02-02 24 NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, I, Abraham Thomas of No 2400-Z, Block 38, Upper Boon Keng Road, Singapore, have applied for a First Class Public House Licence In respect of SPWU Co-op Red Coral Restaurant situated at 140 Cantonment Road, Singapore, and that this application will be heard In114 words
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Miscellaneous69 1978-02-02 24 YOUR LUCKY STARS IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY BORN today, you show an air of timidity that encourages others to parent you. Strangers too find themselves drawn to you In a motherly or fatherly way and wish to assist you. What may not be clear Is what that aid should entail.69 words
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Miscellaneous151 1978-02-02 24 ARIES (March 21Aprll 19 Professional success may surprise you, but it conies with hard work. TAURUS (April 20-May 20)—Partnerships should flourish. Don't anticipate failure; work toward success. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Don't let trivialities take time necessary for a new phase of an old project. CANCER (June 21-July 22) There151 words
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Advertisement22 1978-02-02 25 1 m Hi ACE BALLS (Mad* In U.S.A.) A |g FOR ONLY wOO inrlnaiuA r\# nr/% 'WW EACH inclusive of professional drilling22 words
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Miscellaneous215 1978-02-02 25 Crossword ■> hi Ualilifl u y ii jjj UilU uhm mumm Mmm ACROSS 1 Singer Perry 5 Western ski resort 10 Enjoy the sun 14 Tel 15 Factory 16 Show biz award 17 Gopher's line 19 Regulation 20 Warned 21 Squelch 22 Finnish poem 23 Scrutinize 25 Jog the memory215 words
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Advertisement128 1978-02-02 26 TAMTAM© giKBOLITE World's first with TWO sensors. Ingenious. Instantly twice as safe (both sensors have to be touched by the hand -nothing else will do) yet so light to the touch the sensors and Safety Lock need only the lightest touch ever. An absolute fine control that saves you gas128 words
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Miscellaneous67 1978-02-02 26 SHORT RIBS IS fT -TRUE THAT VES-AND IT GIVES >OUR SWORD SINGS? NEWS AND WEATHER RE by Frank O'Neal I HAVE A "TRANSISTORIZED RADIO BUI LT INTO WANPLE/ En:: <|H» re 55 r iEQ by George Fett rv\ the only oioe HE CAIO OROEC AKOUMD. ys AMD Eveu I OOKiY67 words
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What's On A page that tells you everything you want to know of what's happening in town
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Article, Illustration804 1978-02-02 27 Judith Holmberg - By Judith Holmberg Three Chinese operas and a musical special have been scheduled on TV Singapore to usher in the Year of the Horse. On Tuesday, the first day of the New Year, at 5.15 p.m. over Channel 8, the Teochew opera804 words
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Miscellaneous283 1978-02-02 27 In and around town GOOD AS NEW BOUTIQUE, 844, Margaret Drive, 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Proceeds in aid of Tampines Home for Retarded Children. GRAND EXHIBITION of Royal Turkish and Persian carpets. Grand Ballroom, Hilton Hotel, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission free. DEMONSTRATION on the art of Chinese283 words
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Miscellaneous778 1978-02-02 27 At the cinema THE GREATEST SHOW IN THE WORLD: A fulllength feature on a Russian circus whose members perform some of the most daring feats seen on film. Entertaining too. Plasa: 1.30, 4, 6.45 and 0.30 p.m. THE IRON-FISTED MONK (Mandarin): The film tells one episode in the legend of778 words
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Miscellaneous472 1978-02-02 27 ernment of the Chir.g dynasty and various Imperialist powers take advantage of the situation. Stars LI Mo-Jan, Pu Ko. Wang Chiu-ylng. Golden: 1.30, 4. 6.45 and 9.30 p.m. FIRE SALE: An lrreverant new comedy about such all-American Institutions as marriage, motherhood, fatherhood, brotherly love, basketball and arson. Stars Alan Arkin,472 words
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Article49 1978-02-02 28 AH FOOK: Having a watchman In the bathrooms of public swimming pools to make sure people don't waste water is ludicrous. What's he going to do. peep into the shower rooms? MEI LIN: If they install half-size doors for the shower rooms, that may make inspection easier.49 words
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Advertisement89 1978-02-02 28 A: .J M Motion Smith Marina House, Shenton Way, Singapore 2. Tel. *****98,*****55 13 Battery Road, Tel. *****,*****8. Singapore 1. A member ot the Sime Darby Group <->pptoe UrtsMiW. CONMCT LENSES Specialised IJ» wrt 'n' hard contact lenses personally byHfiur experts. Consult us today for' free consultation and trying of89 words
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Miscellaneous796 1978-02-02 28 TV AND RADIO SINGAPORE 5 Happy SHARPCTv) JH OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS followed by T««*. mEVERLT HILLBILLIES: Bonnie. Flatt and Scrugg (r). 3.30 DIARY OF EVENTS (C). 3.35 EIGHT HEBOES Or SHOU LIN (r). Mandarin serial. 1.21 INTEBMISSION. 6.00 OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS followed by LASSIE: Barney. 6 30 NEWS IN BBIEF. 6.35 WABNA796 words
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Miscellaneous282 1978-02-02 28 Today's top shows YOUTH. (Ch. 8. 7.10 p.m. In colour). Presented in Chinese and English, this edition focuses on the talents of The Crescents, one of the groups In the National Library Young People's Section. They perform a comic sketch. Miss Stone Age. Set In 9849 BC, it is a282 words
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