Timeszone Central, 16 February 1989
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Title Section14 1989-02-16 1 TimesZone Central Every THURSDAY with your Straits Times February 16,1989 Vol. 2 No. 614 words
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Article349 1989-02-16 1 CHINESE restaurants, especially those offering yu sheng, are doing a roaring business over the Lunar New Year period. Business is much better compared with last year, with diners filling the restaurants even on weekdays. Says Mr Jeffrey Ong, restaurant manager of Red Lantern349 words
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Article, Illustration99 1989-02-16 1 HOTEL receptionist Anita Abbas, 18, is one receptionist guests love to remember for her courteous service. Says Anita, who has been working only three months at her Job at the Pan Pacific Hotel: “Life has been good to me. “My colleagues are so nice to me and IPicture by CHEW YEN FOOK - 99 words
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Article, Illustration188 1989-02-16 1 TEENAGER Jane Edward (left) exposed her face to four sharp kitchen knives and came out unscathed. That’s because both father and daughter are martial arts experts The man with the lethal chop is Mr E Edward, who has 20 years experience in the188 words
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Advertisement62 1989-02-16 1 4 r»m* new Nikon TW ZGDfI) IN 1 A r nn sli •3 seq F g 25 H PERFORMANCE 35/80mm POWER ZOOM fpIPACT WITH UNIQUE IMAGE SIZE SELECTOR Macro Close-up Two-Shot Self-Timer Manual Exposure Compensation Auto Film Operation Lightweight and Ultra-Slim Design )wer zoom Zoom Shooting le selector i Zoom62 words
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Article, Illustration1318 1989-02-16 2 BRIDGET TAN - COMPILED BY BRIDGET TAN Pp DRAMA ll Big Bad Moose. The Stage Club’s upcoming production, directed by Jane Paine, is a comedy full of witty dialogue and visual humour. Mrs Paine herself is familiar with the farce, having played one of the office girls in a repertory company’s1,318 words
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Article214 1989-02-16 2 Cairnhill 9 *****37 LEARN Thai cooking in a three-month course starting on Saturday from 3 to 5 pm. Fee: $35 A three-month Latin dance course will start on Feb 20 from 8 to 9.30 pm. Fee: $45. Kolam Ayer *****72 A three-month crochet and knitting course will214 words
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Advertisement161 1989-02-16 2 Thailand h»npqne«a M 5/8 Days Bangkok, Pattaya, Chiangmai, Chiangrai, Golden Triangle $558/$5BB Departure every Mon, Wed, Fri if Tour Highlights: »> Bangkok. 2N Chiangmai. "'z. 1N Pattaya 2N Coach No flight ffw m Q—*y i 19 maala all entrance Ims wona Ltfgmi Ho*r Shams Rmtnt) GENTING 2D3N $59 CAMERON 2D3N161 words
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Advertisement773 1989-02-16 3 (UllfeMffMN IKAVU 100 ORCHARD ROAD #O2-38/39 MERIDIEN SHOPPING CENTRE TEL: *****22 *****33 *****90 BRANCHES: #BI-OS Dm-ichi Hot* TEL *****00 #Ol-15 Glees Hot* Shopping Contro TEL *****52 #BI-34 Porkway Panda TEL *****90 a #O5-106 Far Eaat Plaza TEL *****66 INTER TRAVEL 100 Eu Tong Sen Street #02*22 Pearl s Centre Tel:773 words
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Article, Illustration137 1989-02-16 4 MOST of us must have had a funny experience at some time or other. Timeszone Central welcomes contributions from readers who have had similar true life experiences as those published here. The joke could be on you, which, of course, makes it better. But it need not137 words
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Article69 1989-02-16 4 ONE afternoon, my nine-year-old twin sisters were lazing about in the house. On seeing that, mum told them to make good use of their time by writing a composition entitled “My Father.” When they had completed their essays, mum read them. She then asked the twins why their69 words
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Article85 1989-02-16 4 EACH time I asked my little grandson what he learned in his kindergarten class he would reply “Nothing.” After a few times, I teased him: “What a waste of daddy’s money sending you to school to learn nothing!” The next day, my son’s Filipino maid called85 words
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48 1989-02-16 4 RECENTLY, my brother had his hair permed. He didn’t want it messed up when he slept that night because he had to attend a meeting the next morning. Guess what he wore on his head? A bathing cap! ARIES, Singapore 020848 words
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Article76 1989-02-16 4 MY husband was in a hurry as he was late for work. When he couldn’t find a pair of socks to wear to work, he shouted: “Where are my socks?” When my little son heard that, he quickly grabbed a pair of stock- ings which I had76 words
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72 1989-02-16 4 I REFER to the letter “More courteous staff needed at Bedok Libra?r" (Timeszone Central, eb 2, 1989). The use of the audiovisual room is restricted to persons using the equipment. This is to minimise noise and other distractions which may affect users. The72 words
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Article92 1989-02-16 4 WE refer to the letter “Cyclist nearly strangled by kite string” (Timeszone Central Jan 12, 1989). We are aware that kite strings are a hazard to park users. Our park rangers make spot checks and advise kite flyers to k stop using treated strings. Our92 words
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Letters to The Editor
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162 1989-02-16 4 WE refer to the letter “Left turn only into ECP Service Road’’ (Timeszone Central, Jan 19, 1989). East Coast Park Service Road was converted into a two-way road to give the public better access to the various establishments in the area. It162 words
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Article57 1989-02-16 4 WE refer to the letter “Provide benches for tired joggers” (Timeszone Central, Jan 26, 1989). The Bedok Reservoir Park is presently under development. Among the facilities that will be provided are park benches, some of which will be located beside jogging tracks. ANG GEK CHOO, Parks57 words
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Advertisement210 1989-02-16 4 304 Orchard Road, #O3-25 Lucky Plaza. Singapore 0922 Teh 734 7306 CURRY FISH HEAD Mon- Sat Daly Special Set Menu Mam Course Come with soup, dessert, soft drink, tea or Coffee Try our Claypot specialties in town Clay Pot Rice with choice of Chicken or Pork Beet or Seafood Bali210 words
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Advertisement102 1989-02-16 4 Hainanese Old-World Charm Return To City. Our Chef s Recommendation:- Pomfret Sambal Steamed Crab Claws Hainanese Pork Chop Fried Chicken Soya Bean Sauce Wc cater for wedding dinners, company funtions, buffet party etc. A —B| (aj JJWooi °ehln Palace Blk. 157, #Ol-546 Ang Mo KIo Ave. 4 Singapore 2056 Te1:459-7766/7102 words
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Advertisement92 1989-02-16 4 4L $2O for the best letter WRITE to Timotzono Central if you have a point to raise. We wiN pay $2O for the best letter and $5 for any other letter published. The letters should be short and to the point Ideally, they should not exceed 150 words. All letters92 words
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Miscellaneous15 1989-02-16 4 THE LOCKHORNS <? o BE HOME WITH MY WIFE RIGHT NOW(F m WEREN’T FOR HW WIFE.”15 words
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Article, Illustration330 1989-02-16 5 BRIDGET TAN - BRIDGET TAN TIRAMISU. What a perfectly sweet ending to a delicious dinner! The fluffy soft mascarpone cheesecake, flavoured with coffee and rum, melts in your mouth. A must for those who want their just desserts when dining at Dorn us in Sheraton Towers. Those who enioy330 words
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Advertisement301 1989-02-16 5 J tn 1 tl 50 Since 1938 9 we boast of a history of half a century in Wedding, Family, Personal Portraits for numerous Singaporeans and people from near-by countries. Were specially remembered for our excellent quality serv ice by so many t Wedding Couples that even aa|\ y, their301 words
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Article, Illustration116 1989-02-16 6 FLAGS weren’t the only things flying high at the Chingay Parade at Orchard Road last Sunday. These two boys on skateboards (above) showed spectators who lined both sides of the road how good they were by leaping 5 metres in the air. The skateboard displayPictures by CHEW YEN FOOK - 116 words
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Advertisement307 1989-02-16 6 Tradition still lives on at 1 MY VILLAGE RESTAURANT L where it has always been a practice to serve our customers the very best. SEIMS F* CA.C To welcome prosperity this LUNAR NEW YEAR we offer traditional “YUSHENU” and other New Year Specialities PROSPERITY RAW FISH SALAD s26B+ for 10307 words
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Article, Illustration516 1989-02-16 7 MING RODRIGUES - By MING RODRIGUES DISAPPOINTED with the “sad appeal” of off-the-rack earrings, Lorraine Lim and Daphne Goh decided to team up to design and create their own exclusive line. That was three years ago. And what started out as an exciting hobby is now a516 words
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Advertisement531 1989-02-16 7 Uniats llairttyling 6 Baauly Salon Business Hours Mon-Fri 9.80 am to Bpm Sat 9.80 am to 7pm Sun/P.H. 9.80 am to spm APPOINTMENTS: 273-0859 CLOSED ON TUESDAYS BLK 113, BUKIT MERAH VIEW #Ol-554, SINGAPORE 0315 COMPUTER REPAIR Let Cantor back you up with our honest, efficient reliable Servicing of your531 words
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Article, Illustration416 1989-02-16 8/9 MING RODRIGUES - For the Upmarket, young and trendy By MING RODRIGUES AT an age when most of their peers may still be asSiring to a rilliant career, sisters Kyra, 22, and Gina, 20, are already successful ‘veterans’ in the booming fashion trade. The Kwok sis- ters decided to break away from their416 words
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184 1989-02-16 8/9 DAN MCDONALD - By DAN MCDONALD National Enquirer CONTRARY to popular belief, acne sufferers DON’T have to watch what they eat because diet plays absolutely no part In causing the skin condition, say doctors. So people with acne can eat chocolate, chips and other foods without worryingNational Enquirer - 184 words
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Advertisement217 1989-02-16 8/9 THE FIRST CHINESE GEOMANCY “FENG SHUr CENTRE IN S. E. ASIA Mr. Um Koon Hian PROFESSIONAL GEOMANCER Mr. Lim Koon Hian in his 17 years as geomancy practitioner has offered his consultancy services locally and also m Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Hong Kong and other countries. San Yen means: 1) Principal217 words
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Advertisement356 1989-02-16 8/9 I LOST 15 KILOGRAMS AFTER 15 APPOINTMENTS Read what Slender Lady Beauty Centre has done for Mrs Shaiini A r Before J Aftei "I lost 15 kgs in my 15 appointments Of THERMATRIM PROGRAM Nutritional counselling with SLENDER LADY BEAUTY CENTRE. now I feel very light, l can wear the356 words
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Miscellaneous19 1989-02-16 8/9 THE LOCKHORNS 9 tW 8 lb "VOO NEEO A NEW CX2ES6? WHAT <*P YOU 00 WITH YOOR OTHER ONE?"19 words
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Article, Illustration56 1989-02-16 10 THE Senzaburu Japanese Restaurant in Hotel New Otani has brought back its 10-course set teppanyaki meal. For $32 a person, you can tuck in to seafood and corn-fed beef sizzling alongside chicken ana vegetables, in addition to miso soup, pickles, ice cream ana coffee or tea. It56 words
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Article54 1989-02-16 10 EVERY Friday and Saturday at the Ficus Cafe in Orchard Hotel, a buffet spread of Teochew muay (plain, with sweet potatoes or dried cuttlefish) will be served with side dishes such as braised duck, salted eggs, sambal kang kong, fried fish with chilli ana luncheon meat.54 words
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Article74 1989-02-16 10 TILL the end of the month, you can make a gastronomic tour of Russia at The Belvedere, Mandarin Hotel. Begin the buffet lunch with appetisers such as caviar-stuffed eegs and smoked salmon-filled barquettes. Then, choose from an array of main courses including minute steak and onions, minced lamb74 words
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Article, Illustration63 1989-02-16 10 Melt-in-your-mouth pizza THIS melt-in-the-mouth “fast food” is a fruit and ice cream concoction that looks like a pizza with strawberries and grapes instead of chillies and olives. It also has kiwi fruit, bananas and pineapple and in place of a crusty dough, a light sponge cake. Try it at The63 words
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Article39 1989-02-16 10 FOWL fans should consider savouring Nutmegs’ February special tne delicate meat of baby chicken marinated in yoghurt and herbs, roasted, and then served with wild rice pancake, shitake mushrooms and crabmeat sauvignon glace. It costs $23.50++.39 words
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Article38 1989-02-16 10 A SELECTION of European and Asian fare is available at the Atrium Cafe, Glass Hotel, for both lunch and dinner. Eat your fill of oysters, smoked salmon and other favourites for $18.50+ (adult) and sl4+ (child).38 words
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Article40 1989-02-16 10 TILL March 30, dine at Cafe Fontainbleau on Thursdays (except February 16) ana, at the same time, watch a bevy of models show off the latest in swimwear, as well as casual and evening clothes. Showtime: 9.15 pm.40 words
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Article, Illustration74 1989-02-16 10 TRY the daily lunch specials at Tiffany Coffee House in Furama Hotel. Spread over the week, there are seven different dishes such as assam fish pedas or chicken curry served with rice, roast duck rice, chicken rice, claypot rice (with chicken, Chinese sausages, pork and salted fish) and74 words
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Article, Illustration172 1989-02-16 10 IT’S Nonya tea at the Coffee Lounge, Goodwood Park HoteC between 3 and 6 pm every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday. It costs $lO nett (adult) and $5 nett (child). At Hotel New Otani’s River Terrace Coffeehouse, high tea at $11.50 every Saturday offers a combination172 words
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Article39 1989-02-16 10 IN March, authentic cuisine from Sarawak will be served at the Brasserie Tatler in Marina Mandarin. Described as tangy, rich, tasty and aromatic, it adopts Malaysian favourites with a mixture of Iban, Chinese and Javanese elements.39 words
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Advertisement134 1989-02-16 10 February issue on sale now NON-STOP APPEAL! GREYS for every mood Beachcombing style in Bandos Hair bows and barettes for grown-up glamour Make-up for Chinese faces What’s shaping up in shoes SELL-OUT STORIES! ...Benazir Bhutto tussles with father’s shadow ...Even good girls have to play the field ...What the Sat.Nite134 words
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Article, Illustration831 1989-02-16 11 CHEERS CHEERS to the pub reveller! A new million dollar music pub at the Novotel Orchid Inn offers more than music entertainment. It has a talented pool of staff who will gladly take to the stage and surprise the audience with spontaneous performances. Managed by music831 words
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Advertisement370 1989-02-16 11 Who celebrate their wedding with a banquet at Kia Hiang Restaurant? r m r •^1 T 1 Mr. Mrs. Mark l.iew Mr. Mrs. David Tan Mr. Mrs. Lau We did. We wouldn t do it again (not another wedding hopefully), hut we whole-heartedly recommend Kia Hiang Restaurant for an impressive370 words
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Miscellaneous19 1989-02-16 11 THE LOCKHORNS -ttet f-is “I'LL REFILL VOOR GLASSES, FOLKS/ THEN LORETTA IS GOING TO WIELD THE OLD KEY BOARD.”19 words
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Article, Illustration2015 1989-02-16 12 DISCOS Cats Discotheque, The Plaza. First drink charge: sl3++ (Sun Thurs); slB+ (Fri, Sat and eve of public holidays). Tel: 291-3913. Chinoiserie, Hyatt Hotel. Cover charge: slB+ (Sun Thurs); s2B+ (Fri and Sat). Tel: 733-1188. El Marocco, Imperial Hotel. Cover charge: $l4 (Mon Thurs); $lB (Fri and Sat).2,015 words
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Advertisement334 1989-02-16 12 MASSAGE^ kSAUNA o *£s6 j£ r mmm r o° ajk res' yO^ for M\d e iO^ S ou> s ?J*jnO®Sa ulel po tfO e id© 0 ton cO co^ \e e*P o L r w© rS o sho ase w«n roO ottos DELIGHT HEALTH CENTRE PARADIZ DE SAUNA (Former Dai-lcni334 words
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Miscellaneous10 1989-02-16 12 FUNZONE UP All fan s** 0 S^v. i V r10 words
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Advertisement303 1989-02-16 13 sAS&4g£' bath I fee in s*a/c 3U Win 3&wnfiete Lucky Draw k<* lit Mm A *l,OOO/- om Hampel AS 000/- Gift Hamper* o*T,V «t??o id Mm 2nd Mm 1 Jfd Mm «th Mm SttiPrtM A* 500/- QHI Hampers A* 100/ QMI Hnptn A S 100/- om Hampara SO ConaolaMon Mm303 words
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235 1989-02-16 14 STEVE PLAMANN - By STEVE PLAMANN National Enquirer. ABOUT 5.6 million cows are killed every year to make McDonald’s hamburgers... Davy Crockett didn’t die at the Alamo, he was captured by Mexicans and later executed... and manhole covers are round so no one can accidentally dropNational Enquirer. - 235 words
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Advertisement245 1989-02-16 14 Offers Exciting Options Timeszone, the weekly neighbour hood section in The Straits Times, which is printed in three zonal editions, offers you exciting new options. When you advertise in Timeszone, you enjoy the prestige of being seen in The Straits Times, at just one third the rate for national advertising.245 words
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Advertisement308 1989-02-16 15 S lvcr scrvu: 2£3s MASSAGE with FREE use of X Sauna Steam Bath C u SPECIAL <> PACKAGE $45 Massage. Sauna. Steam-Bath plus Hair-Cut Shampoo ALL ARE WELCOME OPENING HOURS: II am lo midnight rmjdij. THE HEALTH CENTi<T 2nd M<mh Ccnlurs Park Sheraton Singapore Nav'inr Hill Singapore 102' < ENJOY308 words
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Article, Illustration245 1989-02-16 16 BENNET BOLTON - By BENNET BOLTON National Enquirer. THERE’S a whole lot of love in Guy and Marsha Lewis’ house. The pair tip the scales at a combined weight of 373 kg (821 lb). Guy weighs 190 kg and stands 1.72 m (5 ft 8 in) whileNational Enquirer. - 245 words
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Advertisement182 1989-02-16 16 V j To welcome the year of the Snake Have a grand celebration at Kirin Court xo XO AUSPICIOUS MENU $599 Complimentary with lqt Hennessy XO Raw Fish Braised Blac’: Moss with Dried Oyster Double-boiled Superior Shark's Fin with Chicken Barbecued Suckling Pig Deep Fried Crispy Crab Qaw with Minced182 words
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