New Nation, 18 January 1979
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Title Section19 1979-01-18 1 New Nation SINGAPORE Thursday, January 18, 1979 2466 Price 25 cents M.C.(P) No. 144/1/79 r 1 NEW NATION COMMENT19 words
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Article324 1979-01-18 1 US wants integrity of Thailand protected, says Carter WMUigtN, Thanday President Carter said today the United States had warned the Soviet Union and Vietnam against any military action in Kampuchea that could threaten neighbouring Thailand. "We are very interested in seeing the integrity of Thailand protected," he324 words
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269 1979-01-18 1 Gerry de SUilva - By Gerry de SUilva The Department of Trade is to become a statutory board this year. The new board will include most, but not all, the sections that now make up the department. But it will certainly Include the Trade Development Section. Other269 words
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Article136 1979-01-18 1 Reuter Tehran, Thursday Iran will resume oil exports for the first time in three weeks within the next few days, National Iranian Oil Company sources said yesterday. They said five tankers were preparing to ship about 300,000 tonnes of fuel oil to countries tnrhiding Italy,Reuter - 136 words
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Article26 1979-01-18 1 UPI Washington, Thursday Priridint Carter said yesterday the pries of oil la the United States "will hnve to be raised substantially" some time. UPLUPI - 26 words
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582 1979-01-18 1 By Teresa 00l English-medium students may be required to pass either Chinese, Malay or Tamil as a second language to enter the university from 1961. This will mean that students who have just entered Pre-university One this year will have to obtain possibly a P6582 words
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Advertisement8 1979-01-18 1 Paying more lor the French look Page 58 words
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Advertisement14 1979-01-18 1 IN TIB OTIIB PAGB: Moneywort* 19; Crossword It, Moneywords, Comics 18; What's On 19.14 words
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Advertisement121 1979-01-18 1 MiKIMOTOm i i.i I I\!• I) it: \t:i s HQ /nil I i i hms%in V klin l" C.T. HOO PTE. LTD. 27 Tanglm Road Singapore 10 Tel *****43 *****4 British Customs probe textile 'racket' Page 2 the new Pinseeker Formula-1 The irons: >>''■ <C 11 i: >IV t- 3121 words
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Miscellaneous11 1979-01-18 1 Forecast Singapore's weather outlook from 1 to 6 p.m. today Wotndy.11 words
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Article370 1979-01-18 2 Bharathi Mohan - Customs think S'pore may be passing off Hong Kong's excess as part of its own quota By Bharathi Mohan By Bkmtkl Mehaa, mut IjMmlm rapwtor Customs officials here are investigating an alleged multi-million dollar textile swindle involving manufacturers from Hong Kong and possibly Singapore and370 words
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Article, Illustration314 1979-01-18 2 Four-year-old Ngiam Kee Jen was very attached to his ship engineer father who returns from sea once every three months. Yesterday was one of the few occasions when Kee Jen was with his father, Mr Ngiam Tee Size, who came home five314 words
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Article28 1979-01-18 2 A discussion on poster design will be held at the National Museum art gallery on Saturday at 3 p.m. The discussion is open to the public.28 words
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Article79 1979-01-18 2 Share prices moved sideways Oft lack of speculative interest during the first hour of dull trading at the Stock Exchange of Singapore today. Traded counters stagnated at yesterday's closing levels. Sime Darby, for instance, was unchanged at $3.22. BUBINEBB DONE First Secttea S. Darby (90) 3.22 88. Sett.79 words
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Article42 1979-01-18 2 AFP Kuala Lumpur, Thursday. Nine flying clubs from Malaysia and three from Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand are expected to take part in the three-day international air rally to be held here from April 13, Bernama news agency reported yesterday. AFP.AFP - 42 words
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195 1979-01-18 2 The Social Affairs Ministry has stated that a carpenter, Chen Kah Sin, who was found dead at the foot of a block of flats in Jalan Batu last week, had not been placed on prohaton. New Nation last week quoted Chen's brother aa saying195 words
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Article63 1979-01-18 2 A 23-year-old man, Puah Say Lan, was bashed to death in Commonwealth Crescent this morning. Puah was attacked by a man armed with a wooden pole on the ground floor of Block 106 at 5.45 a.m. Police said the attack was witnessed by a Special Constable living63 words
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Article18 1979-01-18 2 The Postal Services Headquarters is now at the Bth floor, World Trade Centre. Telephone No. *****11-5.18 words
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Advertisement23 1979-01-18 2 There are many open air restaurants at night! But, there is only one... m at the Raffles Hotel where the food is excellent!23 words
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Advertisement21 1979-01-18 2 SOS It always helps to talk to someone Samaritans of Singapore exists to help those in despair or suicidal. Rinc *****44.21 words
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Advertisement113 1979-01-18 3 Wlf m f fc HfldQ ami Wflgan^o Rado Diastar is a thing of beauty. Scratchproof. Extremely precise. Timeless in design with a lustre that lasts forever. The winner in all classes. Dependable. Unmistakable Rado styling. iHI 1 Pi £)RADO Switzerland mmm. V> 1 '-7 S mm y J Illliiliiliiii pVv113 words
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516 1979-01-18 4 'Good businessmen can clinch a deal without having to make this kind of offer to visitors' Several Singapore businessmen today said they do not normally offer women to foreigners here on business. A good businessman, they explained, can clinch a deal without having516 words
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Article315 1979-01-18 4 Several psychologists have described the proposal to set up a department of psychological medicine in the University of Singapore as a long-awaited move. Four psychologists interviewed said there was wide scope in the practice of psychiatry here, and the establishment of a department solely devoted315 words
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Article, Illustration130 1979-01-18 4 This {.(■•lug banana blissim Is the star attraction at Enmpaag Jejawl In Perils Is believed ts be tae sf the longest ever MM bananas In mm baaeh. A report In the PeThe Star, yesterday said the awes gst the plnat three yean nge.Picture by courtesy of The Star - 130 words
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Advertisement39 1979-01-18 4 cairm sirys Daily 4 Bpm at LE BISTRO ).iv 1(»u i >i .1 ni ,spni 'rues j: i■ |i id vi I,(uin.il s#-*. 41.^1 f*o(TH> of a the stars T»*oPi c an 4 Theatre Restaurant -Nitetlub 9 Scotts Rd39 words
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Article388 1979-01-18 5 Jane Chew - Prices of cosmetics go up despite abolition of import duties By Jane Chew It now costs a bit more to look chic. Prices of most French cosmetics and toiletries have risen from five to 20 per cent although import duties were abolished in August388 words
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Article183 1979-01-18 5 The Special Constabulary has launched a scheme to encourage its members to take life insurance. Under the scheme, SCs will be covered up to $10,000 for death or permanent disability for an annual premium of $18. The cover does not extend to permanent disability arising183 words
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Article134 1979-01-18 5 Special Constables in the marine police will be taught survival swimming from next month, according to Roll Call,'the SC' bi-monthly bulletin Nine qualified." lifeguards have been chosen from the SC for the scheme.' The training will be held at the Singapore Armed Forces training institute134 words
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Article219 1979-01-18 5 The first salt-water fish farm is being planned by a group of businessmen here. They engaged three experts from Hong Kong to carry out a preliminary study and found the idea feasible. Recently they met Primary Production Department officials to discuss their plans. Heading the group219 words
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Article25 1979-01-18 5 Jennifer Lim, curator at the Botanic Gardens, will talk on houseplants growing for beginners at the Queenstown branch library on Saturday at 3 p.m.25 words
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Advertisement130 1979-01-18 5 >'**' :/<■■"' I ./:< <•« v-:. > Dayornight Each day, at the crack of dawn, our chefs may be seen at the fish market, buying the catch of the night. Fish. Mussels. Clams. Squids. Shrimps. Lobsters. All fresh from the sea. By noon, they have been washed, scrubbed and placed130 words
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154 1979-01-18 6 AFP Moscow, Thursday. A large photograph published yesterday on the front pages of all Soviet newspapers has added extra brilliance to the star of a man whose rise is being watched with Intense interest by all observers here Constantln Chemenko. The picture showsAFP - 154 words
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Article64 1979-01-18 6 Reuter Frankfurt, Thursday A European trade union leader said yesterday that workers should be paid (or the time they spend travelling to and from work. Mr Heinz Oskar Vetter, president of the European Trade Union Federation said it was not unusual for workers in Europe toReuter - 64 words
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Article, Illustration406 1979-01-18 6 Carter appeals to Khomeini World Focus Reuter UPI Washington, Haraday President Carter yesterday appealed to Iranian religious leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini to give the new civilian government in Tehran a chance to succeed. He told a news conference that the United States had hadReuter; UPI - 406 words
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Article50 1979-01-18 6 AFP Meatreal, Thsrsday: Hesseln Ptorsluley, 27, whe Is ef IruUtMlgli Md iwier ef the Omar Ktuyyam mtouMt, ba decided to celebrate the Shah's dewafall by effertag his easterners s week sf free meals, champagne aad belly daaclag, starting tomerrew. Mere thaa 2M easterners are expected alghtly. AFP.AFP - 50 words
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Article153 1979-01-18 6 Love Peking style AFP Peking, Thursday Love is too serious a thing for lovers, the newspaper Peking Dally indicated yesterday. Young men are wrong to choose their brides because they are attractive or because they have money. Their "ideological level and mutual understanding" is more important, the newspaper aid. LoveAFP - 153 words
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Article108 1979-01-18 6 UPI TODAY is Thursday, Jan 18, the 18th day of 1979 with 347 to follow. Those bom on this date are under the sign of Capricorn. Actors Cary Grant and Danny Kaye were born on this date Grant in 1904 and Kaye in 1913. ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY:UPI - 108 words
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Article152 1979-01-18 6 Reuter Las Aageles, Tharsday Film star Jsha Wayne may still be saffertag tram cancer despite the massive eparatlan la which Mi st—srh aad gall bladder were re■Wti last week, a hsspital spahesmaa said yesterday. "We jast dsat kaew If we gat It all/' the spshca■aaReuter - 152 words
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Miscellaneous479 1979-01-18 6 THE I] Leedee Cloudy with some rain, 4-OC. Headline: Frenzied rejoicing in Iran as Shah leaves. Naaeaw Overcast, minus 2-minus IOC. Pravda headline: The all-union population census. Bmi Sunny, minus 5minus IOC. Headline: The Shah leaves his country the opposition celebrates. Parte Cloudy, possible snow, 0-minus 4C. Headline: Shah departs.479 words
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Article, Illustration370 1979-01-18 7 ~.only if forces pull out of Kampuchea World Focus Reuter Jakarta, Tkusdsy Asean may consider Vietnam's otter (or talks on peace in the region if Hanoi's forces are withdrawn from Kampuchea, Asean sources said here yesterday. Asean, which has its headquarters in Jakarta, hailed the proposed talksReuter - 370 words
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Article28 1979-01-18 7 AFP Jakarta, Thursday: Vietnam has deployed an Mo,oofr«troiig force along the border with China to face any eventuality, an Indonesia columnist said following his recent visit there.AFP - 28 words
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Article51 1979-01-18 7 Sihanouk Chinese hostage' Reuter Mmmv, Tkindiy Aa «CHetel BnM paper yesterday itld Prtaee Naradaaa Okawk bee« ftffo4 mt Ike tolwada mt the Ptklif'bMked Ktapi* eketa (averaaeat ke> tkreatealag to kill his family. Literataraaya Gaieta i»U Ike Prlaee had admitted to US repwtora tkat ke waa a "bMtofe" •f tke Chiaeee.Reuter - 51 words
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Article255 1979-01-18 7 Reuter Lpndon, Thursday British Prime Minister James Callaghan last night called in trade union chiefs and appeared close to declaring a state of emergency to handle a mounting Industrial crisis. With supply lines strangled by strike pickets, the cabinet will today "seriously consider" a state ofReuter - 255 words
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125 1979-01-18 7 Reuter Copenhagen, Thursday Copenhagen has been threatened with bomb attacks on public buildings unless Premier Anker Joergensen pays 10 million Danish kroner ($4 million) to an anonymous letter-writer, police chief Wolmer Petersen yesterday said. He said the Premier's personal security had beenReuter - 125 words
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Advertisement142 1979-01-18 7 $50.000 WORTH OF FABULOUS PRIZES IN THE Sakuracolor films LUCKT ORAtr HERE'S HOW. As from today, buy a roll of Sakuracolor film OR Mnd your roll of color film (any brand on C4l process) to Sakura (S) Color Lab. Pta. Ltd., for processing and printing with a minimum of 50%142 words
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Article447 1979-01-18 8 John Bull, Esq (with VD), blames it all on the Singapore "custom." What is this peculiarity that is positively threatening to become, if left unchecked, as recognisable as, perhaps, Singapore foot? As the good British doctor, who is in charge of a large British private447 words
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Article91 1979-01-18 8 It was a regal affair at laat Sunday's Malaysia Cup match at the National Stadium. As the hand marched onto the field before the match started, the electronic scoreboard billed them as the Singapore Royal Navy Band. No one noticed the mis- take, and the sign re-ap-peared91 words
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Article46 1979-01-18 8 Mosy people would be grateful to be able to start life anew, but few ever get the chance. One of the priviledged has been nicknamed "the new man". He has a new wife, a new son, a new home and a new car.46 words
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Article, Illustration672 1979-01-18 8 ABBY TAN - Manila new ground for S'pore investors Singapore investors, who have been casting their eye beyond the Republic's shores lately, may look towards the Philippines. Four ventures have already paved the way. New Nation's ABBY TAN in Manila reports on the economic ties between the two countries, with highlights on two672 words
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Article382 1979-01-18 8 Reuter Ispra, (Italy): A leading scientist working (or the European Common Market believes that with a big investment in solar energy EEC states could reduce their future oil bill by three per cent. Joachim Gretz, a West German, says that Common Market states lackReuter - 382 words
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Article, Illustration560 1979-01-18 9 Sydney, Thursday: Despite all their sunshine, beaches and love of sport, Australians are a flabby, lazy, unhealthy bunch, according to an outspoken doctor. The lean, bronzed, lifeguard image of Australian men 1s a myth. The reality is more likely to be potbellied TV addict, with a560 words
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Article, Illustration652 1979-01-18 9 Art Buchwald - Art Buchwald Los Angeles Times Syndicate Washington FBI director William Webster told newspapermen the other day that, with the recognition of the People's Republic of China, the United States could become overrun with Chinese spies pretending to be students and diplomats.Los Angeles Times Syndicate - 652 words
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Advertisement32 1979-01-18 9 £AoaMS made in England Sandals 79 something different Original construction and styling. Unique sandals with a lot of superly engineered comfort. y 4^ ELBA Soi« og*nts. S.G. Parrett Son (Pte) Ltd. 4*?32 words
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Article, Illustration770 1979-01-18 10/11 MP Eng Siong Samaritan of Sembawang "No need," he said, sifting through the letters and papers littering his desk. "Really, it's not necessary .plenty of people know me." But only those In Sembawang, I said. "Not today," he said. "I have to be in Katong in 15 minutes." Perhaps I770 words
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Article, Illustration883 1979-01-18 10/11 Irene Hoe - Of the six Members of Parliament who have resigned, two will be leaving behind them an impressive record in nation-building. Their political careers ran parallel to the making of modern Singapore. New Nation, in these pages, pay tribute to Mr Yong Nyuk Lin,883 words
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Article, Illustration490 1979-01-18 12 Margaret Cunico - DECOR by Margaret Cunico Al Mee Chuah's flat is an exciting package full of her favourite things: mobiles, large glass Jars, paintings and posters, wall hangings. Almost every Item is a knick-knack picked up on her travels. There is a varnished log490 words
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Article, Illustration142 1979-01-18 12 Use your hands. But A if you're holding someV thing hot, make sure they're protected with oven gloves like these, which look like hand puppets. From the Looking Glass at $13.80. For the movie buff who wants to recall the good times, cm* as a plea from the142 words
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Article563 1979-01-18 13 Sometimes loved ones are the last persons who can help the newly widowed NYT New York: When a husband or wife dies, the sense of loss is so deep that even family and friends can't be much help to the surviving spouse. But suppose a letterNYT - 563 words
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Article, Illustration138 1979-01-18 13 Ng Weng Sang - t>v Ng Weng Sang This week learn to make a tassel belt (or yourself or as a gift. You'll need three metres of twisted rayon cord (trayable) which you can buy from Arab Street. You also need thread and scrap material of matching colour, and glue. Cut a138 words
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Advertisement76 1979-01-18 12 When you're with someone special Make it the Chesa. We offer the finest selection of Swiss and Continental cuisine in a setting that will steal her heart away. To start the evening right we'll give her a rose with our compliments. And that's not a 11.... at the Chesa you'll76 words
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Article220 1979-01-18 14 r Business News and Views ,v UPI London. Thursday The dollar closed lower in European and Japanese money markets yesterday and gold on the London and Zurich bullion markets waa at Its highest price since November. i Gold closed in Zurich at U*****,375 an ounce, up from U*****,875.UPI - 220 words
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Article300 1979-01-18 14 An attack on trade policies of developed nations UPI Cetombe, Tharsday Senior Asian ministers ended their meeting yesterday with the unanimous adoption of a "Colombo Declaration" that criticises developed nations (or (ailing to bring about a new international economic order. The ministers view "with grave concern andUPI - 300 words
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Article291 1979-01-18 14 Lee Yew Meng - ■y Lee Yew Meng Singapore Asian-American Merchant Bank has sent its manager-investment corporate finance, Mr Robert Tu Btok Hut on a month-long study tour of financial Institutions in London and Europe. While on attachment to the London-based Bank of America International, he will study a wide range291 words
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Article160 1979-01-18 14 UPI New York, Thursday Stocks, plagued by an ailing %>Uar, lost ground for the second consecutive session yesterday but a late rally sparked by a proposal to cut social security taxes trimmed the decline. Trading was relatively slow. The New York Stock Exchange index eased 0.01 to 55.65UPI - 160 words
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Article36 1979-01-18 14 UPI New York, Thursday Dow Jones closing averages on the New York Stock Exchange yesterday: »industrial* KM X) (off 1.31; transport (off 0.»); 15 utffldsn m» (up 0.J4); 65 stocks VIM (off IS). UPIUPI - 36 words
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Article130 1979-01-18 14 AFP Tokyo, Thursday Prices on the Tokyo stock market edged down for the second consecutive session yesterday, reflecting growing Investor concern ever the fast tempo of advance in recent sessions. The 225-stock Dow Jones average closed the day at 6,111.73 yen, a drop of 6.31 yen from Tuesday. TheAFP - 130 words
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Article72 1979-01-18 14 Reuter Closing prices on the Bourse yesterday: Paris Psrlbas 221.80 -2.10 Koncler 474 •12 Prln temps 120 -2 Bull SB -JO Roysl Dutch 285 -4.10 Mlchelln 1138 10 COB 417.80 -4J0 Thomson 244JO -4J0 C F P 140.D0 230 Rhone 110 -I Air 412 -4 B 8 N 588Reuter - 72 words
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Article83 1979-01-18 14 Union Bank of Switzerland Yesterday's prices followed by the difference on the previous session's close UBS Bearer 3169 -25 UBS Reg 610 -2 BBC 3M -7 Credit Suisse 2306 -6 Swissair B 006 -3 Swiss Retnsur 3130 Wlnterthur B 2300 -20 Zurich Insur 0060 -90 Nestle B 3206 20Union Bank of Switzerland - 83 words
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Article134 1979-01-18 14 Australia's leading air filter manufacturers, De Groot Industries Private Limited, plan to set up a Joint venture plant here to assemble air filter systems. The company has appointed VAF Singapore Private Limited as sole distributor (or its air filters here. VAF Singapore will start134 words
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Article65 1979-01-18 14 UPI Washington, Thursday Americas industrial output rose 0.6 per cent in December, the Federal Reserve Board said yesterday. It was another in a string of strong production performances that contradict forecasts of a recession. The December advance was identical to November's increase as large gains occurred inUPI - 65 words
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Article222 1979-01-18 14 Reuter KARACHI: Dr Charanjit Chanana, member of the Indian Parlimament and editor of the delhi newsmagazine the Asian Economist, yesterday proposed the setting up of a South Asian economic fraternity on the lines of the European Economic Community (EEC) to promote growth oriented trade and economic cooperation amongReuter - 222 words
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Advertisement349 1979-01-18 14 A HOME? Then look (or it in Business Times classified property advertisements an easy to read guide to the available properties at the top end of the market. Home-hunters are especially catered for in the new LEISURE TIMES supplement that comes with Business Times every Saturday morning. If you are349 words
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Article389 1979-01-18 15 Soccer Lmmlm, Thursday Two unlikely statistics were last night added to the colourful history of the English Football Association (FA) Cup the tie that remained unresolved after seven and a half hours and the side that lost 1-0 after leading 2-0. The third round third re- play between389 words
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Article533 1979-01-18 16 K. L. CHAN - Great Leap shows promise with a smart 600 m sprint QTon the C 9 track By K. L. CHAN Navada DUm—d, one of the top fancies for the Lion City Cup on Sunday, showed form in his workout at Bukit Timah this morning. The sleek533 words
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1307 1979-01-18 16 SATURDAY CteM 1 Otv 1300 M 12 BenUmentaJ Reason 57 5 TereUo-o 56 18 Assassin 545 1 Soon Hong 845 IB Lovely Music 545 11 Cannon 84 13 MagneUcSound 535 18 Bold Ruffian 535 3 The SUrra 53 14 Man of Honour 111 531,307 words
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Article231 1979-01-18 16 SATURDAY Raee 1: 1.41 CL ON. t llStoa: The Spart, u«»u*« Hlgfclftßds n. Km* 1: tIL a I Dtv. I I 4Mb: CMt U Vto, Cmi Mmt, Better Umib, Mighty Graai. Baea I: L4L a I Dtv. I 1408 m: MmraiMp ni, Task Master, fcw Meiary, DaaavL Imc 4:231 words
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Article, Illustration838 1979-01-18 17 Brian Miller - BOWLING by Brian Miller Dear DR L.H. Tm Today I address you as president of the Singapore Tenpin Bowling Congress. But in a month's time, you may come crashing down from that lofty pedestal. It may sound cruel, but it's only fair838 words
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Article350 1979-01-18 17 Athletics Hastings (New Zealand) Alan Wells of Britain beat West Indian Hasely Crawford of Trinidad and Don Quarrie of Jamaica to win the 100 m in an international meet here last night. Wells, second to Qarrie in last summer's Commonwealth Games in Edmonton, beat the350 words
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Article236 1979-01-18 17 Harsh ban unlikely Nicholas The International Amateur Athletic Federation (lAAF) will not impose any ban that will harm Asian athletes who competed against their orders in December's Asian Games at Bangkok. This assurance came from Mr Maurice Nicholas, vicepresident of the Singapore AAA, before he left for Lon don last236 words
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Article94 1979-01-18 17 Jakarta, Thursday Indonesia, who will host the coming South East Asia (Sea) Games in September, are likely to face difficulties in arranging the badminton event if the China-backed World Badminton Federation (WBF) ban their members from taking part in the event, an Indonesian Badminton Association spokesman said94 words
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Article, Illustration519 1979-01-18 18 PHILIP TAN - On-form youngsters will be picked Malaysia Cup C±\ By PHILIP TAN Trevor Hartley yesterday warned hit squad not to take Brunei lightly when they meet on Saturday in Bandar Seri Begawan. Hartley, leading his men on their first sway assignment, said: "I know the Brunei players519 words
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Article, Illustration309 1979-01-18 18 SURESH NAIR - |m 3 Athletics By SURESH NAIR Middle-distance champion Subramaniam Surendra is set (or a six-month centralised training stint with leading West German club ASV Cologne. Surendra hopes to leave by the end oT February together with decathlete Tang Ngai Kin. Both are expected to309 words
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Article555 1979-01-18 18 SURESH NAIR - By SURESH NAIR The Football Association of Singapore must seriously consider the second-stringers (or at least a one appearance in the current Malaysia Cup series. This was the message vividly put across after the Intermediate squad, except (or their opening minutes of tension555 words
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Miscellaneous564 1979-01-18 15 7TTT :®EH3IS2Z>: :T-I7VSI HP-4 vwi Cut out and pin with other coupons. Posting instructions appear below Name (Mr./ Mrs./ Miss): Address: N.R.I.C. No: Tel: FILL IN MISSING LETTERS ACROSS USING CLUES BELOW MHMiCut along dotted linesmmmm mammmm CLUES FOR HP-4 1. Very big and fine 2. Fishermen, lor instance, are564 words
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Miscellaneous49 1979-01-18 18 ANDY CAPP •at; *5 Vi i'i 1; NORBERT 9 1 COME OFF IT, MATE, YOU DtbNTMARRVME R* iMV W4VS-YOU MARRIED \me for mv MEANS m T? w t* tS v3 ts £22 /A '///It Am M Wmm 4^ by George Fett 'iDVAM (OAS TiW 73- N u WOR6BRTS> 12i49 words
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Miscellaneous376 1979-01-18 18 YOUR LUCKY STARS IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY Born today, you are easily flattered. Like most people, you enjoy hearing positive views on your own nature; unlike many, however, you are inclined to believe what you hear. You have considerable magnetism and you know how to" use it to your best376 words
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What's On A page that tells you what's happening on TV and in town
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Article, Illustration199 1979-01-18 19 Yvonne Ang - By Yvonne Ang Self-confessed television addict Mr Ang Kim Tee is the winner of this year's Talentime Homeviewers' contest. "I hardly miss a programme that's worth watching and certainly did not miss one single instalment of Talentime," this happy bank clerk said. Well, it surely199 words
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226 1979-01-18 19 Radio and Television Malaysia is interested in telecasting the series of charity tennis games between celebrities which are being planned for May. In a telephone interview from Kuala Lumpur, Mr Ken Dibbs, the organiser of many such tournaments, said RTM officials expressed interest in filming226 words
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Article503 1979-01-18 19 What do you do when work is over and tomorrow no longer means another day at the office? What do you do with your days after you have retired? To help those about to embark on their 'vacation' years, the People's Association has organised a Preparation for503 words
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Article104 1979-01-18 19 UPI Lfif: Sid Vicious, the former Sex Pistol charged with murdering his girl-friend, Nancy Spungen, in a New York hotel, has been voted "the world's most wonderful human being." In a poll conducted by New Musical Express, Johnny Rotten came second to his formerUPI - 104 words
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Miscellaneous518 1979-01-18 19 At the cinema ONE FOB ALL, Ail. FOR role of aTV newscaster who based on a touching true ONE: Set in the days of the sets out to investigate the 1 story, stars Jins Shamsudin great gold rush, this west- hardware available if you're and Noor Kumalasari. em also doubles518 words
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Miscellaneous392 1979-01-18 19 Tides Ttday: 1.36 p.m. (2.8 m); 7.48 p.m. (0.6 m). T*m*rr*w: 2.04 p.m. (2.7 m); 8.19 p.m. (0.7 m). Satarday: 2.56 a.m. (2.6 m); 8.54 p.m. (0.9 m). Baaday: 3.34 a.m. (2.6 m); 9.35 a.m. (1.1 m). M«a4ay: 4.20 a.m. (2.5 m); 10.42 a.m. (1.1 m). Taeaday: 5.19 a.m.* (2.5392 words
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Miscellaneous114 1979-01-18 19 SWIMMING: National Age-group (Under 8-12 yean) Meet (Chinese Swimming Club, Amber Road, 7.00 p.m.). TABLE TENNIS: Inter** Constituency Tournament Rochore v Leng Kee, Tatnpines v Boon Lay, Ang Mo Kio v Buklt Merah, Potong Pasir v Delta, Anson v Kg Übi-Jalan Kayu winner, Tanjong Pagar v CalrnhlUJoo Chiat winner (7.30114 words
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Article47 1979-01-18 20 AH FOOK: Just look at this poor Japanese man! lie burnt his winning lottery ticket because aU his friends were so Jealous they stopped talking to him. MEI UN: $lOO,OOO up in smoke! His silly friends may be too embarrassed to talk to him now.47 words
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Miscellaneous530 1979-01-18 20 9.99 OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS followed by SHERLOCK HOLMES: The Case of the Jolly Hangman. 9.9ft DIARY OF EVENTS (C) 1.41 HOME SWEET HOME (r). Mandarin serial. 4.29 INTERMISSION (.91 OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS followed by WHAT'S MY LINE. %M NEWS IN BRIEF 9.99 OUTLINE HISTORY OF EUROPE (M) 1.M RAMPAIAN 8UKAN (M). A530 words
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Miscellaneous250 1979-01-18 20 Todays top shows EADO 8HOW (Ch 5, 8.45 p.m. in colour). Rado returns to the screen with a computer game where the studio audience has to break the secret code, a family quiz, and the televisual quiz for homeview era, which is a variation of the telephone game they used250 words
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Advertisement203 1979-01-18 21 As cool as a cucumber. Even after one long week LV. 'tup w Jm I L* v 3-DOOR REFRIGERATOR The magic lies in Sharp's revolutionary 3-door refrigerator. So there's a separate special compartment for vegetables. A compartment rigidly designed with controlled temperature to keep vegetables as fresh as can be203 words
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CHINESE NEW YEAR
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Article, Illustration1014 1979-01-18 22 Seah Min Fann - How the festival really began Monster that struck every 365 days By Seah Min Fann To the ancient Chinese peasants, the New Year festivities provided a welcome respite from the daily task of toiling on the land. In those days, Sunday was just another day, and holidays were rare. Hence,1,014 words
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Article, Illustration238 1979-01-18 23 Fruits are a favourite "must" on Otlnw New Year tables. They may be Imported applea and oranges or local fndt but each haa a special significance during the aiaaon. Sugar-cane, becauae it represents sweetness, has a special meaning. Taken after it hai been offered to the238 words
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382 1979-01-18 23 'Tng Koey" or "Nien Koh" is (or Chinese New Year what the pudding is to Christmas. Long, long ago, ao it is believed, the heavens were leaking and rain fell ceaselessly, flooding the Chinese countryside. An astrologer was consulted and he said382 words
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Article, Illustration943 1979-01-18 24 Margaret Chan - By Margaret Chan Make sure that the year of the ram Is a prosperous and happy one by eating the right foods in the 15 days of the New Year celebrations. The Chinese read all sorts of significance Into the food they est. Often it is943 words
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Article, Illustration922 1979-01-18 25 Cakes, sweets and sweetmeats are a must (or the table during the Chinese New Year festivities as eating them signifies prosperity. Special cakes for the occasion like kueh kapit (love letters), kueh bangkit, kueh bulu and thnee kueh are all sweet. The sweetmeats cover922 words
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Article, Illustration186 1979-01-18 26 Jade, which makes an ideal Chinese New Year gift has a special meaning for the Chinese. For Jade permeates all spheres of their life. No other gifts excel in beauty, grace and charm as Jade. For the Chinese, Jade is the symbol186 words
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Article, Illustration667 1979-01-18 27 The Chinese year is divided into 12 sections, the Twelve Moons. The most important festival, the New Year, is celebrated during the first three days of the First Moon. The God of Wealth is worshipped on the third day. The Feast667 words
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Article596 1979-01-18 28 Chinese New Year is always ushered In with everything that signifies good luck and prosperity, including gold. As the festival approaches, goldsmith shops are bursting at their doors with people wanting to buy gold. Shop attendants hover around their customers, trying to give Individual596 words
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Article, Illustration244 1979-01-18 28 With the CUmm New Year apftnth leg, yea have Jot time eaaagk te nip late ft MJMtmam •tore Mi pleh ap •erne gifts. N>y tkeie nn» "ITi feet a treat tkls festive MftMi wttk ft levety strappy pM affair priced at $M at244 words
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Article, Illustration473 1979-01-18 29 Keep them happy with booze at the risk of a hangover What's Chinese New Year without booze flowing and all those "yam sengs"... even at the risk of a hangover the next morning. Whiskies, brandies, gins, sherries, wines they make drinking pleasurable during auspicious occasions, such as the new year.473 words
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Article, Illustration211 1979-01-18 29 Are you looking for a classy gift for someone dear this Chinese New Year season Perhaps Le Must de Carter could the answer with its range of elegant clocks, watches and Jewellery. The clocks are HigHngni«h. Ed pieces which come in a variety of shapes211 words
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Article, Illustration42 1979-01-18 30 A Hewer stall keeper at ese of Heag Knag's Laaar New Year Fairs arranges her stock of peaeh fclissii treee. lt Is believed that whea the CwYear period, It Is Mipd yi espsi liy aad geed fertaae te eeme.42 words
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Article, Illustration775 1979-01-18 30 Why not get them a hamper instead Gifts exchange hands as the Chliwe New Year approaches. In the old days, gifts were only meant (or the elders In a family but have now been extended to relatives, close friends business associates. The offerings are usually footstuffs and sweetmeats. Those in775 words
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Article, Illustration556 1979-01-18 31 It's time again to wish your dear ones and friends a happy and prosperous new year. The season's greetings seldom vary but manage all the same to warm the heart of the receiver. Perhaps this lies In knowing that one Is thought of by556 words
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Article, Illustration652 1979-01-18 32 how superstitious Chinese court luck Every Chinese New Year heralds in a year of prosperity, good luck, health, happiness and success. To make sure all these good things in life come true, many superstitions have evolved from the mouths of goodness knows how many people.652 words
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Article398 1979-01-18 32 In the Chinese lunar calendar, the cat should chase the rat out. Not the ox. Now why the cat doesn't figure with the rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, fowl, dog and pig is a story of enmity between the rat and398 words
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Advertisement336 1979-01-18 23 TOPCON 9 The bright.LED readouts in the finder gives TOPCON RE 200 exceptional speed of exposure settings and ease of operetion. Simply adjust either lens aperture or shutter speed until the center LED (Green light) is illuminated. The extre distinguished feeiures: FAST CENTER-WEIGHTED EXPOSURE MEASUREMENTS. BRIGHT. EASY-VIEWING FINDER FIELD. SPEEDY.336 words
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Advertisement111 1979-01-18 26 3 ft SR 621FR No-frost refrigerator with cold water dispenser Capacity: 170 litres Cassette liquid dispenser built into the door. Big storage capacity with 2-door storage compartments. Fully automatic defrosting and water disposal. DELUXE REFRIGERATORS for extra-large freezing storage space m SR 3130VG 3-Door Fridge Refrigerator/ Freezer/Vegetable Compartment Capacity: 277111 words
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Advertisement75 1979-01-18 28 Barker shoes for men Think what goes into them, apart from your feet. X Shoes lasted by hand from England Sol* Agent for Singapore, Malaysia Indonesia FAD TRADING A CO Rim 52. Winchester House. 3rd Floor, Col Iyer Quay, Singapore 1. Tel: *****. Available at: ATAKA DEPARTMENTAL STORE High Street75 words
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Advertisement70 1979-01-18 30 KONG HEE FATT CHOY Geylang/Tanjong Katong Road Singapura 14 NEW ARRIVALS For CHINESE NEW YEAR ATTRACTIVE HAMPERS SpeciaNy Gracefully packed, prices ranging from $30/- to $80/Have your own choice and make your money worth. Make your wise purchase now by caKng on us I s. > I 349/350 2nd Floor.70 words
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Advertisement27 1979-01-18 31 J| "J&r Rising Arts 6 Crafts Pie. Ltd. 292-A TELOK AVER STREET SINGAPORE 1 date: 12 th-21st Jan.7B time: 0.30 a. rn.-5.30p (open on Sunday) tel: 888,1188/927 words
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Advertisement167 1979-01-18 31 TSnia TAKE IN OR TAKE OUT It Malm N) Difference SIN SIN OFFERS QUICK LUNCH IN WESTERN CHINESE STYLE AT VERY SPECIAL RATE SIN SIN ALSO OFFERS 20 SZE CHUAN ft CANTONESE CUISINE TO SUIT YOUR TASTE. WESTERN SET LUNCHAT $3.80 PER HEAD Wedding Birthday Dinners are also available. SIN167 words
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Advertisement246 1979-01-18 32 V s M k* f f n Vv Federal Beach Hotel-Port Dickson, is the perfect holiday paradise where you can cast your cares into a of pleasure. Featuring unlimited fun in the sun. Sea-sports, golfing and indoor recreation. 200 luxurious rooms and suites. 1 superb restaurants, intimate bars and a246 words
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