Weekend East, 6 March 1987
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Weekend East
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Title Section17 1987-03-06 1 WEEKEND east Your FREE weekly newspaper Friday, March 6, 1987 M.C.(P) No. 173/5/86 Vol. 2 No. 917 words
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Article, Illustration618 1987-03-06 1 TO CHEE ENG - By TO CHEE ENG PUPILS of six schools in the east region have been warned not to swim, fish, or play in monsoon drains, canals and ponds after two schoolboys died in a Tarnpines pond last week. The heads of Yumin Primary where the twoPicture by; CHEW YEN FOOK. - 618 words
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Article102 1987-03-06 1 REMINDER RESIDENTS of blocks 6 and 53 Marine Terrace, blocks 28 and 29 Marine Crescent, and Blocks 7 and 9 Marine Vista (Neptune Court), who have not completed and returned a form which was sent to them with their copy of WEEKENDeasi two weeks ago, are reminded to do so102 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement139 1987-03-06 1 Back page colour: The hunchback fish ppar.„ <r l k J TO JDER INSIDE Sisters are top students PAGE 4 Deaf but not handicapped PAGE 2 Cosby show star’s baby girl PAGE 7 FUNNYLINES and LIVE LETTERS PAGE 5 Mother and child special PAGES 10-13 Eat vegetables to prevent appendicitis139 words
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Advertisement12 1987-03-06 1 WHA T’S HER LINE? Find out on Page 3 what she does.12 words
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Advertisement64 1987-03-06 1 k MARY hated it when she was in school. But her teacher gave his encouragement and support, so much so, she now works at it 14 to 16 hours a day and all for free. What does she do? Is she: 1. A full-time Chinese artist? 2. A concert pianist?64 words
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Article, Illustration405 1987-03-06 2 CHEW YEN FOOK - By CHEW YEN FOOK MADAM Anna Tan. a housekeeping supervisor, and her technician husband have never heard their one-month-old baby cry. Eight months ago the baby cot vibrator, which is supposed to alert them to the Daby’s cries, failed, and the405 words
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Article, Illustration210 1987-03-06 2 Fizzy celebrations for F N and Coke IT was indeed a very happy occasion for Mr Micnael Fam (left in picture above), Tan Sri Tan Chin Tuan, and Mr Donald R Keough as they celebrated 50 years of Fraser Neave’s Coca-Cola franchise. Mr Fam is chairman of Fraser Neave Ltd210 words
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Article178 1987-03-06 2 FOUR women speakers will be presenting a seminar on Women and Ageing next Sunday (March 15). Dr Anne Merriman, Senior Teaching Fellow, Dept of Social Medicine and Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS), will talk about how to promote the health of older women,178 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement174 1987-03-06 2 #o® Complete range of auto accessories PARKWAY PARADE BASEMENT 81-104 Tel: *****58 Associate Co: Koon Lek Company Blk 125 Bukit Merah Lane 1 #Ol-174 Singapore 0315 Tel: *****69 *****96 Now when you think lenses, think PAVILION B y 1 4 We specialise in: Soft Contact Lenses (extended wear) Hard Contact174 words
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Article, Illustration219 1987-03-06 3 CHEW YEN FOOK - Our what’s-her-line girl: Did you guess right? By CHEW YEN FOOK MARY Tan Jonas hated crayons and paint brushes when she was in school. “In fact my mother had to draw on my behalf in order for me to pass," said Mary. 36 She219 words
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95 1987-03-06 3 MARINE Parade Library’s holiday programmes for children include an origami workshop on March 17 at 10.30 am and an art and crafts session on March 19 at 3.30 pm. There is also a filmstrip on March 16 and a storytelling session in English on95 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement191 1987-03-06 3 m m Explore Aston Discover original design in rattan with genuine manau cane. Elegance in made-to-order furniture, cushions covers. Repair, staining work also available. ASTON CANE FURNITURE 253 Taniong Katong Road Spore 1543 (Open daily) Tel: *****16 WITH your cue Quickly ...Call to make your bookings UNITED BILLIARD SALOON 1000191 words
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COMMUNITY NEWS
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Article, Illustration385 1987-03-06 4 IRENE TOH - By IRENE TOH TWO sisters. Aurelia and Audrey Tan. are the most distinguished students in Marine Parade. They were each recently awarded Marine Parade Community Centre’s book prize for having the best results in the A' and ’O' level examinations385 words
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Article217 1987-03-06 4 Eunos 12 1 *****971 The Eunos Zone 2 RC is organising a coach tour to Genting Highlands The 3 days/4 nights tour from 18 to 21 March costs $135 per Grson Closing date is 15 arch. For enquiries call *****83 on Mondays to Fridays at 8 pm to217 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement479 1987-03-06 4 CREATIVE LEARNING COMMERCIAL SCHOOL A DIVISION OFW4R EDUCATIONAL AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES (Registered with the Ministry of Education) Blk 86 Marine Parade Central *O3-209 Singapore 1544 Tel: *****75 ENROL NO W! Enrol now with Creative Learning Commercial School and be led towards a new dimension in education in this highly technological479 words
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WEEKEND east FUNNYLINES
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Article68 1987-03-06 5 MY cousins and I were playing mahjong during our weekend stay at a Changi bungalow when we heard a loud clang coming from the garden. We rushed out to see what had happened. We were met by my panic-stricken three-year-old nephew. He pointed towards my grandmother,68 words
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Article91 1987-03-06 5 SHE was strolling along the pedestrian crossing at Marine Crescent like (as my dear departed mother would have said) she owned it, totally oblivious of the line of cars that had stopped for her. Worse still, she was also picking her nose with her little finger.91 words
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Article98 1987-03-06 5 One morning, after coming back from night shift (I work as a production operator), I quickly washed up and went to bed. A few hours later, I got up to have lunch I went to the bathroom, taking my toothpaste along with me. I squeezed the98 words
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Junior funnies
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Article131 1987-03-06 5 I HAD a test coming the next day so I stayed up late to study. When it was about midnight, I went to bed but found that my little sister, who slept with me, had occupied the whole bed. I woke her up and asked131 words
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Article66 1987-03-06 5 WHEN I was 10 years old. my mother took me on a taxi trip to Yio Chu Kang to visit a relative. On the way, we passed by Woodbridge Hospital. Not knowing then that it was a mental hospital, I asked her: “Mummy, was I born66 words
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Article126 1987-03-06 5 NO legislation a H government can produce will stop individuals from trying to beat the system. Greed is a powerful driving force. Viewpoint on insider trading in the London Sunday Express City Page AGE is not the years we have but the cheers we give. 7— Julie Yong126 words
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Live Letters to The Editor
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155 1987-03-06 5 THE free parking scheme on Sundays and public holidays in HDB estates provides for better social integration amongst residents and their relatives and friends It is, therefore, most unfortunate that Kampung Chai Chee is still monitoring the scheme which has t>een operative155 words
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Article60 1987-03-06 5 IT was Sunday afternoon and the bus lanes were open to other users. But at Upper Serangoon Road (just after Wan Tho Avenue), there were more than a dozen cars parked on them. The owners were busy queueing up to buy four-digit lottery tickets. I hope60 words
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131 1987-03-06 5 I AM a student of Siglap Secondary School. I take bus service number 158 home after school, every day. The problem is the bus comes every 15 to 20 minutes and it is normally packed when it reaches the bus stop at Siglap Road.131 words
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Article54 1987-03-06 5 AFTER waiting 20 minutes at a bus stop in Marine Parade, the bus finally came. I waved for the empty bus to stop, but it passed me by. Fortunately I was not in a hurry. I hope SBS will do something about such inconsiderate drivers54 words
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Article44 1987-03-06 5 I travel by bus to work early in the morning Many bus stops are not well lit so drivers have difficulty seeing commuters flag down buses. I hope the authorities will light up the bus stops. LIGHT UP. Singapore 154544 words
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Page 5 Advertisements
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Advertisement231 1987-03-06 5 s t M Vjp V MOST of us must have had a funny experience at some time or other. WEEKENDeast 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 need231 words
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Advertisement194 1987-03-06 5 CONTRIBUTORS to JUNIOR FUNNYUNE3 should bo Mod IS and under, moot give their nric number 0f 12-ptoe), name, and address. Pseudonyms are affowed. (For those under 12, please give one of yow parents’ names for cheque payments.) We OHM pay $lO for the best effort «td $5 for every entry194 words
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Advertisement181 1987-03-06 5 3 MONTHS CHILDREN S FITNESS CREATIVITY FUN (6 12 YRS OLD) Aerobics Talent Involvement Dancercise (Arts. Music. Drama, Obstacle Games Speech, etc...) Educational Activities Grooming/Etiquette To improve agility co-ordination, to encourage discipline self-worth achievement. To encourage self confidence and improvement, to unveil the child's talent Materials, notes, etc are provided181 words
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Page 5 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous14 1987-03-06 5 THE LOCKHORNS S 1 CT m "HOW ABOUT LEAKING SOME INFORMATION TO ME OCCASIONALLY14 words
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EATS with HO AI TSEN
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Article, Illustration328 1987-03-06 6 ONE of the latest to get into the hawker food fray at Katong is Lee Seng Hoon and his “Beach Road Prawn Mee.” Two months at East Coast Road and already he has won an enviable following. Seng Hoon’s328 words
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318 1987-03-06 6 DAN McDONALD - By DAN McDONALD National Enquirer FRANCHISING in America began when a struggling sewing machine manufacturer came up with a brilliant idea to save his failing company instead of paying salesmen to sell his machines, he would get them to pay him— National Enquirer - 318 words
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51 1987-03-06 6 National Enquirer EATING green vegetables and tomatoes may protect you against appendicitis, a study at the University of Southampton shows. Researchers believe the type of fibre found in green vegetables and tomatoes could affect the bacteria present in the intestines prevent- ing inflammation of the— National Enquirer - 51 words
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Page 6 Advertisements
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Advertisement176 1987-03-06 6 KOREAN BUFFET BARBEQUE ONLY ONE IN SINGAPORE “You’ll never want another love!” for only $12.50 Adult 7.50 (Children) EAT TO n YOUR HEART’S CONTENT PLUS HAPPY LUNCH Any 2 items ordered 1 dish of your choice FREE One more additional order FREE dish drinks or coffee for all MON FRI176 words
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Page 6 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous22 1987-03-06 6 THE LOCKHORNS j "V /in ors “THE 6EST POOP I’VE HAP 6INCE WE WERE AAARRIEP WA6 THE RICE THEY THREW ATOOR WEPPING.”22 words
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Miscellaneous373 1987-03-06 6 Monday, March 9, 1987 IF YOU ARE BORN TODAY, you are drawn to politics and the civil service. You have a genuine concern for your fellowman and will go out of your way to fight for the underdog You have communicative skills that you often use for causes you believe373 words
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Page 7 Advertisements
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Advertisement303 1987-03-06 7 Gain self confidence improvment thru our specially formulated course, conducted by experienced qualified consultant. PERSONAL GROOMING/MODELLING Social Etiquette Behaviour Fashion Sense Accessories Fragrance Perfume Speech Diction Hygiene Appearance Nutrition Diet Figure Control Trimming SKincare Make-up Manicure Pedicure Hair Care Products Deportment Poise Graceful Walk Rhythm Course Fees: $3OO FREE: 1303 words
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Page 7 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous764 1987-03-06 7 HIGHLIGHTS Mystery writer turns killer Film Focus: Sleuth, Sunday, Ch 12, 8 pm SUPERB performances by Lord Olivier and Michael Caine in an engrossing adaptation of Anthony Shaffer’s Broadway hit. Famous mystery author Andrew Wyke (Olivier) is also a fanatic game player who converted his 16th Century manor into a764 words
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Miscellaneous101 1987-03-06 7 Hiding the baby... PHYLICIA Rashad, who plays Clare Huxtable in “The Cosby Show,” reluctantly shows off her two-month-old baby girl because she fears the baby may be kidnapped. Before the arrival of the baby, producers of the show played a “game” with TV fans by not showing too much of101 words
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Article, Illustration371 1987-03-06 8/9 TO CHEE ENG - ...but two came back for a date with death By TO CHEE ENG WORKERS at a construction site near the Tampines canal chased a group of boys away when they were caught fishing in the three-metre deep pond The boys went away But returned371 words
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Article75 1987-03-06 8/9 National Enquirer. the groom carries his new bride over the threshold? This tradition dates back to ancient Rome in the days of Caesar. Superstitious Romans believed that if a bride tripped over the threshold as she entered her new home, the marriage would be plagued by bad— National Enquirer. - 75 words
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141 1987-03-06 8/9 PETER JUDD - By PETER JUDD National Enquirer A DOG'S body language, can tell whether it is a friend or foe, says an expert. Here, according to dog trainer Ed Beckman, are the telltale signs that a dog is ready to attack: IT STANDS— National; Enquirer - 141 words
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Advertisement438 1987-03-06 8/9 It’s up to you... if you live in these six blocks Blocks (i and 53, Marine Terrace, Blocks 28 and 29, Marine Crescent, Blocks 7 and 9, Marine Vista (Neptune Court). In a survey conducted two weeks ago, you were asked to complete and return a form (reproduced below) if438 words
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MOTHER & CHILD
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Article, Illustration405 1987-03-06 10 BRIDGET TAN - By BRIDGET TAN "MAMA" to five-year-old Cheryl Nonis is Madam Laura Tan when her parents are busy at work The 53-year-old housewife has been looking after Cheryl since she was seven months old Mdm Tan is now also looking after Cheryl’s baby brother Said Mdm Tan, of405 words
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Article1138 1987-03-06 11 IRENE TOH - By IRENE TOH ALONG with maternal bliss are the practical concerns of what to feed your baby. For the newborn, doctors will invariably tell you that “breast milk is the best." But in today’s context, young mothers usually return to work before the recommended1,138 words
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Article54 1987-03-06 11 National Enquirer HERE’S a quick tip: A bit of hair spray or spray starch on the end of a piece of thread will stiffen it just enough to ease it through the eye of a needle, say home economists with the University of Georgia— National Enquirer - 54 words
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Article, Illustration852 1987-03-06 12 New produett COMFORTABLY contoured Baby Comfort diapers have a blue-waist moisturebarrier which prevents baby's middle from getting wet. Elastic leg bands are designed to reduce leakage while extra absorbent padding makes for suitable overnight use. The inner liner keeps baby’s skin dry and the outer852 words
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Article, Illustration391 1987-03-06 13 BRIDGET TAN - By BRIDGET TAN IN deciding where to leave their children while they work, parents can opt for child-care centres. Among these centres in the East Coast area are two at Bedok North Street 1 and Guillemard Crescent run by the National Trades Union391 words
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242 1987-03-06 13 GWEN CARDEN - By GWEN CARDEN National Enquirer. A RASH of spoiled, unhappy children who can’t cope with the real world once they grow up is plaguing America, reveals an expert Psychologist and author Bruce A Baldwin says the problem involves literally millions of children— National; Enquirer. - 242 words
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Advertisement220 1987-03-06 10 f I coniforcable^ The most absorbent disposable diaper so different from others and yet so much cheaper Baby Comfort, a synonymous name with diapers in the U SA, is now in Singapore. A diaper which packs in all the features: Extra absorbent padding Blue-waist moisture-barrier Elastic-leg Diaper Refastenable Tapes Stay220 words
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Advertisement383 1987-03-06 10 ■flr ELECTRONIC MUSICAL BABY CRADLE MODEL: CT-300 According to our findings Iron doctors, nurses and elderly mothers, the sarong cradle is still the best method in keeping the baby healthy. Here are our findings: 1 We have learned that the baby will feel as though she is being carried by383 words
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Miscellaneous20 1987-03-06 10 h-^T'ILSJI THE LOCKHORNS m a ItoKt 'WEtL, I WON'T SAY YOUR MOTHER IS NUTTY BUT SHE IS STARK RAYING PECULIAR20 words
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Advertisement208 1987-03-06 11 The shape is probably its least unusual feature We re certain you’ve never seen a feeding bottle like Avent before. But it’s short and squat for many good reasons. It’s easy to hold. You can get a comfortable grip on it, in the correct position: with your hand over the208 words
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Miscellaneous25 1987-03-06 11 'A X My J O Ib»H*et*p “If you’re through calling me names maybe we can start thinking up a few for the babies." NATIONAL ENQUIRE*25 words
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Advertisement113 1987-03-06 12 BELT-UP BEFORE IT’S safe sound n means safe and sound. l. LATE. Wide range of safety seats for infants and children up to 9 years old This product is endorsed by The Singapore Traffic Police. Also available: Full range of seat belts for children and adults. Installation can be arranged.113 words
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Advertisement201 1987-03-06 13 C\L Computer Training Centre (Registered with the MINISTRY OF EDUCATION) ISN’T IT WORTH INVESTING IN YOUR CHILD? Soon, computers will be as common as telephones or TV sets in the home. And with more jobs being done through the computer, learning to use it has become as essential as learning201 words
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Advertisement263 1987-03-06 13 My First Book tat CAN YOUR CHILD LEARN TO READ AT THE AGE OF 2 OR 3? DON'T BE SURPRISED BECAUSE THAT'S WHEN IT S EASIEST! k v„ v< V i J r. My First Step To Reading (Recommended for age 2-6) Unique books that make childhood more successful... and263 words
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Page 13 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous24 1987-03-06 13 THE LOCKHORNS ti®h "SO VOO’RE NOT HAPPY! YOU WAVE ENOUGH TO EAT AND A ROOF OVER YOUR HEAR TWO OUT OF THREE ISN’T BAP.24 words
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Advertisement1788 1987-03-06 14 Classified Ad Bank Classifications Deadlines Wednesday 4 00 p m —for run-on classified ads 7 working days classified display ads Phone Service 9am to 5 p m Mondays to Fridays 9am to 1 p m on Saturdays Closed Sundays and public holidays Prepayment Some classifications of ads are payable m1,788 words
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SPORTSCENE... with S GULAM
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Article, Illustration638 1987-03-06 15 ...BUT NETBALL HOPES ARE STILL ALIVE INTER-CON BADMINTON MARINE PARADE, winners of the inter-con-stituency badminton competition for the past two years, had to settle for third placing this year after they lost 2-3 in a final round deciding match against Serangoon Gardens lastPicture by CHEW YEN FOOK. - 638 words
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Article58 1987-03-06 15 CHANGKAT CSC will bold a Fishing Day contest on Sunday week (March IS) at the Modern Fishing Pond, oil Tampines Road. The prizes: Ist $5OO plus trophy; 2nd $3OO plus trophy; 3rd $2OO plus trophy; and five consolation prizes of $lOO each. Entrance fee is58 words
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Article36 1987-03-06 15 BEDOK, Changi, and Tampines need hockey players, both men and women, for this year's in-ter-constituency competitions. Interested residents should call Eugene Chan, of the Singapore Sports Council, at *****85 during office hours for details.36 words
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317 1987-03-06 15 NFL KNOCK-OUT SOCCER TAMPINES will have a harder task to make it to the final of the NFL knock-out competition when they meet Police in the semi-final at the Bedok Athletic Centre on Sunday (kick-off 7.30 pm). The reason: They will be317 words
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Article47 1987-03-06 15 GEYLANG International won the National under-19 soccer competition when they beat Ayer Rajah 1-0 in an exciting final at Jalan Besar Stadium. Mountbatten finished third after they edged out Trywbitt Soccerites 3-1 in extra-time. The score stood at 11 at the end of normal time.47 words
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Advertisement101 1987-03-06 15 Your regular copy of WEEKEmO If you live outside our distribution area you can still get a regular copy of WEEKENDeast by filling in this subscription form and mailing it to WEEKENDeast 80 Marine Parade Road, #O2 06 Parkway Parade, Singapore 1544. X WEEKENDeast Circulation Dept. #O2-06 Parkway Parade, Singapore101 words
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Advertisement181 1987-03-06 15 VICTORINOX Th« original SWISS army knila Survival Kit SOS Set 1. large Wide 2. small Wade 3. corkscrew 4. can opener with 5. small Screwdriver 6. cap Utter with 7.- screwdriver 8. wire stripper 9. reamer 10 scissors 11. Phillips screwdriver 12. magnifying glass 13. wood saw 14. fish scaler181 words
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Article, Illustration202 1987-03-06 16 BUSINESSMAN Leong Kum Shue keeps a Golden Dragon fish for good luck But it has invited more laughter than blessings. The fish, also known as the Arowana, loves to cruise in its metre-long tank with its back sticking out ofPicture by CHEW YEN FOOK - 202 words
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Article26 1987-03-06 16 Punch magazine. LONDON: A Wales vs England drinking contest at University College, Swansea, was called off when the Welsh team turned up drunk.— Punch; magazine. - 26 words
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