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Weekend East
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Title Section14 1998-07-31 1 WEEKEND east MITA (P) 064/10/97 Vol. 13 No. 29 E-mail: focuspub@cyberway.com.sg Friday, July 31,199814 words
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Article, Illustration582 1998-07-31 1 SELINA LUM - By SELINA LUM THE Great Singapore Sale, which started on June 19 and ended last Sunday, has thrown up a surprise. The focus of the annual sale, mainly targetted at tourists, has always been the Orchard Road shopping belt, but this year, some582 words
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Advertisement233 1998-07-31 1 YOUR WEEKLY NEWSPAPER EVERY FRIDAY f m teS Abdul’s legs are false but he climbs 9 floors every day MBI UKa Page 4 the revival touch WO M A B ITALIAN SPA E A U You're trapped in a stressful lifestyle and you can't wait to break away if not233 words
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Advertisement59 1998-07-31 2 EVERY MONDAY TO FRIDAY LADIES' SPECIAL MOMIJI JAPANESE RESTAURANT Authentic Japanese Cuisine UP TO AH •V> ISCO U N T FOR A LIMITED PERIOD ONLY. JMomiji Japanese Restaurant 4 Tampines Central 5 #O4-01 Tampines Mall Singapore *****0 Tel 784 6202 784 0336 Fax: 784 6209 Mo further discount will be59 words
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Advertisement1578 1998-07-31 3 ■estwaiue EMMtJEWm tt 4 M r/> J ISHKSHM ERTH ft FREMANTLE 4 »aa AV A /DCQ 1 /CAV in KKAftl m umm rum 26 Inch ECHOLAC Travel Suitcase for every adult (on selected tours) Thousands of Singaporeans have visited the Grand Canyon with us for fUE I Haven't you (on1,578 words
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NEWS
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513 1998-07-31 4 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN BOTH his legs may be artificial, but he takes the stairs to the ninth floor every day instead of the lift. Abdul Latiff, 47, of Toa Pay oh, lost both his limbs because of diabetes but has an exercise513 words
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Article, Illustration268 1998-07-31 5 ANGELICA TAN - It’s Nurses’ Week and he’s been at it for 34 years! By ANGELICA TAN HE ALMOST fainted at the sight of a riot victim with his guts spilling out. But 34 years later, Goh Teck Koon, 57, is still a nurse. Presently a senior nursing officer at Changi268 words
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Advertisement477 1998-07-31 4 Bedok Centre Electrical Company Blk 214, Bedok Town Centre, #Ol-163 Tel :*****32/3 PHILIPS CDRB7O (CD-Recorder) 4^2 Records and plays CD-Recordable and CD-ReWritaole discs; plays all audio CDs Records from all home stereo analog and digital sources Optical and coaxial digital input and output Automatic sample rate conversion from 32 and477 words
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Advertisement156 1998-07-31 5 STOCK CLEARANCE. 3 DAYS ONLY TRECO GARDEN STORAGE SHED BEST DISCOUNT SAVES $lOO-$3OO IN COLOURBOND GREEN, BEIGE ZINCAIUME SILVER Corrosion Protected. 10*15 years of durability. For homes, schools, duos factories Sizes: 6'x3', 6'x4\ 6'xs\ B'x4', B'xs\ B'x7' 10'x7', 10'x9', 10’x13', 10'xl 5',10'x19 x6'6" Height. ALUMINIUM GARDEN FURNITURE BUILT TO LAST.VERY156 words
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Advertisement147 1998-07-31 5 I July 31st Aug 11th esso* I sets sote s cc Se^ U 7 MODEL LETIZIA BEI)R(X)M SET UP-$7r*XX) NOW $5,800 King size Ix‘d w/base 2 night tables dresser w/mirror (> dtK»r wardrobe 4 3C 1 #4 Mi 5* MODEL R 622 FABRIC SOFA (Quick Change Covers) (3+l+l) LLR46r2m MODEL147 words
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KORDEL'S HEALTH COLUMN
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Article, Illustration232 1998-07-31 6 I AM a single 25-year-old. About a year ago, I started having insomnia. Now, I can’t fall asleep till about 1 am. What vitamins can I take? LESLIE V LANOBA Pasir Ris St 72 Sleeping problems are common in people who are worried or stressed,232 words
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113 1998-07-31 6 MY 12-year-old son always wakes up with a running nose, which is occasionally accompanied by sneezes. Are there any vitamins or supplements that he can take? IVY SONG Chai Chee Ave A running nose and sneezing is usually caused by some form113 words
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178 1998-07-31 6 MY FAMILY has a history of receding hairline and balding. I am in my early thirties and my hair is already thinning. I also suffer from low sperm count. I am currently taking vitamin E 100 mg. Are there any other178 words
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181 1998-07-31 6 I AM in my late for* ties and for the past few years, have been experiencing numbness in my hands, especially the right, when I do household chores or carry my handbag on the way to work. Is there anything I can181 words
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Advertisement214 1998-07-31 6 BILBERRY FOR HEALTHY EYES V l > BILBERRY i 3000 1 zssr~sr.iir~ Do you spend a lot of time in front of the computer or TV? Does work or school require you to concentrate on a lot of paperwork? If so, then what you need is Kordel’s standardised Bilberry to214 words
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Advertisement85 1998-07-31 6 Ask a question and get a $5O gift pack GOT a health problem or a nutrition query? Fax your question to 745-1022. Or, write to: Mr Shatter Cottier, Kordel’s Health Column, WEEKENDeast, Level 2, News Centre, 82, Gentlng Lane, Singapore *****7. Please confine your queries to nutritionrelated problems. A Kordei’s85 words
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Advertisement123 1998-07-31 7 f Weekendeast Friday. July 31, 1998 J I ■MM Melrose Bake House <> Bistro Chez Moi 9 Kim's Place 1.0 Xin Kian Heng Mushroom Minced Meat Noodle UirckrMiki 12 Name the dishes in this picture and win a $5O dining voucher. See, details on Pg 8. ‘Mr ft t n123 words
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LOCAL Delights
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Article, Illustration305 1998-07-31 8 ANDRE YEO - ANDRE YEO IT SOLD 1,200 spring chickens at an exhibition at the World Trade Centre last month. Buoyed by that success, the company is going all out to promote its paper baked herbal spring chickens in the East. Melrose Bake House305 words
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Article, Illustration250 1998-07-31 9 DESMOND NG - DESMOND NG THIS restaurant is providing night birds with a unique supper alternative. Bistro Cafe, a branch of Bistro Chez Moi, makes late night dining an experience by offering a steamboat spread of over 50 dishes from 10 pm to 2 am. Diners can250 words
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Article, Illustration340 1998-07-31 10 ANGELICA TAN - ANGELICA TAN HOKKIEN MEE may be its forte but from its wok are also some delightful local dishes which are worth a try. Established for over 20 years, Kim's Place has earned a reputation for its famous prawn noodles drenched in thick gravy. But340 words
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Article, Illustration380 1998-07-31 11 SELINA LUM - Popular mushroom noodles served with dishes such as shark-fin and pig’s trotters SELINA LUM THE sign reads Xin Kian Heng Mushroom Minced Meat Noodles but this stall serves more than just the popular hawker dish. The owner, Mr James Yap, 28, has added braised abalone,380 words
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Article, Illustration293 1998-07-31 12 ANGELICA TAN - Uncle Miki’s tasty cheesecakes hit Tampines ANGELICA TAN SINK your teeth into these dreamy cheesecakes which are now available at Tampines. Uncle Miki, the pioneer of the famous Japanese cheesecakes, has opened a new branch at Tampines Mall. General manager, Terumi Kamata, said they noticed that293 words
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Advertisement57 1998-07-31 8 4. Herbal Chic ißi ar W, > yflc 80 r I ill i'< HUirtor) Ort«*r lor llir J mm»nlli of \ll<r|lSl 86..>0 (or wliolr bird (Soil lollootion KV: White rice lV€ > «rry Order Now! Our Hotline: 447 4788 Melrose BAKE HOUSE PTE LTD 112 East Coast Road #Ol-36 Katong57 words
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Advertisement83 1998-07-31 8 Name the seafood dishes contest Long Beach Seafood Restaurant will be giving away dinner vouchers worth $5O each to the first five winners who can name any THREE dishes in the picture on Page 7. The dishes are: 1 2 3 Send your entries to: Name the seafood dishes contest,83 words
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Advertisement114 1998-07-31 9 4th Week 3rd Week 2nd Week Ist Week SBwZHm %.C 6a M Bistro Clk Moi Pte ltd CxiHU’ I rciu.lt i*c \’ictiuinusc Kisluunmt 2P HxtM oast Ko;kI #Ol-00 Liu's \rvadi;i Singapore ****** l ax tiO 5319 SE Tel: 440 3318(5 lines) od will No Tf been ed tailed 0* new114 words
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Advertisement93 1998-07-31 10 KIM 5 f gS. EE/- FGGD PEST/- UP/- r JT K_ 'V W superior dishes at reasonable pricj? »rr i* f >1 t CHILLI CRAB A STEAMED FISH FISH HEAD A WITH SPECIAL NONYA SAUCE LOBSTER FRIED WITH GINGER SPRING ONION i*- iv r\ CLAYPOT ABALONE A NOODLE SLICED ABALONE93 words
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Advertisement146 1998-07-31 11 XIN KIAN HENG MUSHROOM MINCED MEAT NOODLE Main: Block 210 Toa Payoh Lorong 8 Stall #1137 (Closecron Monday and Friday) Business Hour 7am 2pm 3.30 pm -11 pm Branch: 208 Geylang Road (Between Lor 6 8) Business Hour 4pm lam Lavender Food Sqttflre, #Ol-01 Business Hour 11am -11 pm TRY146 words
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Advertisement219 1998-07-31 12 Now Opens at Tampines Mall "You 'Deserve The Best. From, uncle Jvdki" Good news for all residents of Tampines. The Pioneer of the flufly i .Japanese cheesecakes is now available at Tampines Mall. Visit us at Tampines Mall (inside NTL'C) for our ever-favourite original cheesecake. Impress your loved ones, friends219 words
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Woman & Beauty
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Article, Illustration277 1998-07-31 13 SELINA LUM - SELINA LUM IF YOU have been feeling fatigue or losing sleep, maybe it is time for a breath of oxygen. Most of us work in enclosed environments. This deprives our bodies of oxygen and affects our metabolism, resulting in prematurely slack skin, tiredness, insomnia and277 words
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Article, Illustration144 1998-07-31 14 AS WE age, the rate of lash growth slows resulting in less than lush lashes. And though we take care of the hair on our head with sham- poos and treatments, our lashes receive no such luxury. Help’s at hand with a lash primer ($3O) by Estee Lauder144 words
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Article160 1998-07-31 14 Con woman lurks in the East A STRANGER in her fifties, came to the Tampines flat of Mrs P Ong to ask for money. She even produced an Identity card and an employment pass in the same name to prove she was a part-time employee at a hotel. When160 words
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Advertisement89 1998-07-31 13 TOTAL BEAUTY Aroma Spa Treatment Full Body PeeUng Massage $45 Normal $69 Relaxing, Soothing Cleansing. To improve blood circulation encourage lymphatic drainage. Help weight loss programme. Detoxified the Body. Our full line up of service include: Sothys Institute Normal Facial $35. Slimming Programmes, Aromatherarpy, anti-cellulite treatment, seaweed and mud wraps.89 words
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Advertisement241 1998-07-31 13 ONCE IN A LIFETIME OFFER! If you do not have the guts to go for liposuction but want the glory of looking great, here's an alternative! SPM is short for Suction Pump Massage. We specialise in treating the following FACE Eye treatment Face toning Blemishes Double chin Neck treatment BODY241 words
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Advertisement195 1998-07-31 14 DISCOVER THE WOADERS OE I lE.XX A! Would you like to have glossier, more manageable hair, cover unsightly grey hair and bring out your hair's hidden highlights? Then try our special Henna treatment. We make our own exclusive henna mix from a special recipe that combines natural henna herb powder,195 words
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Advertisement110 1998-07-31 14 SHARKSFIN THAI How Asallakla at last Coast Park Special Promotion! Braised Superior Shark's Fin with Crab Meat per pot SELECTED MENU Including: Prawns with Vtrtncalb Braistd Duck Wtb Chdk Crab Braistd Abalona with Mushroom Fntd Fish Maw with Prawn Fntd Toman with Spring Onion Fntd Kai lan with ScaMop ate...110 words
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Advertisement51 1998-07-31 14 LAUNDRY UNLIMITED The Laundry you can really trust, Unlimited attention we give, Totally Reliable we mean. FREE* 1 COLLECTION DELIVERY Call Us At TEL: 442-7576 Applicable for bill s exceeding $2O only 480 Changi Road (*****4) (facing Kembangan MRT Station) Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 7am-7pm Sat: 7am-6pm Closed on Sundays Public51 words
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FILM
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Article, Illustration405 1998-07-31 15 ANDREYEO - Cops are out of shape but they are still dynamic By ANDREYEO What happens CAPTAINS Martin Riggs (Mel Gibson) and Roger Murtaugh (Danny Glover) are back and they are older and out of shape. Yup, the two have been promoted from sergeants but405 words
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Advertisement254 1998-07-31 15 All pel external preparations are about the same New technology shampoo, 4-in-1 action. Regular use keeps skin coat healthv, smooth shiny. 250m1, 750 ml 2 litre packs. :=se. With Pinetree extracts: stops bleeding, prevent scarring, herbal antiseptic. But SHINECOTE ANTIFUNGAL SHAMPOO NOVA SOOTHING BALM makes the difference. Every day, your254 words
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Advertisement114 1998-07-31 15 mr m > TOTAL %W’S zmm M Wenu*e BEAUTY shape up to a Beautiful Slim Body i i Sign up for any courses above you will enjoy a 0% off 100% Body Slimming Programme Lose up to 4-6 kg 4 treatments at $332.00 only 6 treatments at $498.00 only Now114 words
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Article, Illustration201 1998-07-31 16 Recommended EXHIBITION SOO Below The artists of Plastique Kinetic Worms are organising their 6th exhibition to raise funds for their art space in Chinatown. Part of the funds will into publishing a catalogue of exhibitions. Till Tomorrow, noon to 7 pm. Plastique Kinetic Worms. 68, Pagoda201 words
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Article109 1998-07-31 16 Catur Yuga Catur Yuga arose from the collaboration between Made Wianta from Bali, Indonesia and Andreas Straub from Basel, Switzerland. In Sanskrit, the word Catur Yuga means four world ages the origin of the world; the age of sacrificial rites; the age of realism without contemplation; and the age of109 words
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Article83 1998-07-31 17 Ka-Ra-you-OK? Singapore's Elvis, Wilson David acts, sings, and dances in the new production of Action Theatre’s hit musical drama. Written by Ming Wong and directed by Ekachai Uekrongtham with musical direction by Ken Low and choreography by Paul Ocampo, Ka-Ra-you-OK? features a cast of colourful characters who find solace83 words
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Article, Illustration262 1998-07-31 17 New retro joint Young urban professionals can expect the best of the Eighties at Havana Lounge and Disco, a new joint which opened about a week ago. The club has a casual and cosy ambience where guests can remove their ties or kick off their killer heels to boogie262 words
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Advertisement325 1998-07-31 16 A. M. GOH TRADING CO* Blk 3 Defu Lane 10 #Ol -590 5(*****4) Tel *****16 *****55 Open 8.30 am to 6.30 pm (Mon to Sat) New Tyre 185/60 xl4 $75/ Usual Price y&ST 185/65 xl4 $B5/ Usual Price S&if Mm purchase 4 pcs new tyres get FREE Wheel alignment ad|ust325 words
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Advertisement84 1998-07-31 17 FOR YOUR HOME AT SPECIAL PROMOTION PRICE! Special package for HDB flat owners. Burglar alarm system at $1,500 only, with pager link-up. r SPECIAL BUY with the above package. Just pay $lOO more to own this 2 hours fire resistant safe (U.P. $288). Limited to 100 sets only. Call our84 words
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Advertisement297 1998-07-31 17 >*?““ In jiS tC 6^ >+ Lr‘I o *t pv^f^^ ona, °“®sKr Changi General Hospital in celebrating Nurses’ Pay... Great Savinas For Everybody! Ist August to 31 August 1998 (Mon to Frl: Bam 7pm. Sat 9am Ipm) /»ii .1 Now $370 VEELMANN Biscuits Suitable-Fcx Diabetics UP $5 30 Now <TTiV,4i)»297 words
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Article61 1998-07-31 18 THE Singapore International Festival of Books will make a comeback in September. This year, the popular event, which is named the Singapore Book Fair, promises a focused dis- play of mostly English books. The fair showcases the books of Singapore publishers and booksellers. It will be61 words
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Advertisement427 1998-07-31 18 HANGING LIGHTS f UK* Spec 54"-Traded Super Fan w Ug^Kif/?emote Control Included U.P $6BB (5 yrs warranty) enmmm i Life Time Warranty 60" 5 Bladed Ceilina Fan Staircase Light 60" 5 Bladed Celling Fan with Light Kit Special offer NOW Made In Italy $3BB Special offer 4-way Hanging Ught U.P427 words
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Advertisement113 1998-07-31 18 o i ji m o n d fKf WM m r~f mSIMSUIiL ~soj: ~-l 1 Jewellery design for the future trend. Bring along this cut-out and enjoy $2O to $2OO discounts. Come see us at 30 Merchant Road #O3-11 Riverside Point Singapore *****2 (Opposite Clarke Quay) Tel: 438 2438 •ft##,**#*#113 words
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Article, Illustration311 1998-07-31 19 ANGELICA TAN - Pets can get wounds by scratching infected areas on their bodies By ANGELICA TAN OUR warm and humid climate encourages the growth of fungi and bacteria on the skin of dogs and cats. Flea and tick bites also lead to wounds which favour fungal and311 words
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Advertisement36 1998-07-31 19 LET US me CARE OF SOUR RAILS DINNER DINNER DELIVERY SERVICE 7 V t* fa M TONG CHIANG KITCHEN No. 376 Race Course Road Singapore *****5 Tel: 297 6346 Pg: 952 ***** atrract Shoppers next door.36 words
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WEEKENDFOOD
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Article, Illustration88 1998-07-31 20 SEIZE this chance to try some yummy local delights at half price. For the month of August, Palm’s Asian Brasserie at Novotel Orchid Singapore has slashed the prices of seven scrumptious dishes. Going at knock-out prices are the slipper lobster hor fun ($8.50), beef88 words
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Article90 1998-07-31 20 GET in line for this Austrian buffet made even more irresistible by low prices. From August 3 to 17, the buffet at Royal Crowne Plaza’s Cafe Vienna costs $12.50 for lunch and $19.50 for dinner. The mouth-watering spread includes potato salad, tiroler knoedelsuppe (beef broth90 words
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Article, Illustration115 1998-07-31 20 HERE’S a special treat for all “Florence Nightingales”. From July 27 to August 8, Kintamani at Apollo Hotel will have a delicious 11-course feast in celebration of Nurses’ Week. Some of the Indonesian dishes to look forward to include charcoalgrilled chicken with sweet and spicy115 words
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Advertisement162 1998-07-31 20 w TRIP WITH VHP ACKAtiI Special Menu For 10 Persons l9B Combination Cold Dish Braised Shade’s Fin Soup with Crab Meat Deep Fried Crab Claws Steamed Fresh Fish Crispy Roasted Chicken Sauteed Lotus with Vegetables Braised Ee-Fu Noodles with Mushrooms Exotic Pastries Daily Dessert Blmraai Special Buddha Jump Over the162 words
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Advertisement183 1998-07-31 20 NASI ULAM I Every Friday 6J9 > •t* V Try our Buah Keluak, Honey Garlic Chicken, Popiah, Curry Fish Head, Fish With Black Sauce, etc. We do catering for all occasions. 162 Upper East Coast Road 5(*****9) Tel: 243 0093 Fax. 444 3579 Pager: 9300 6887_ Business hours: 11.30 am183 words
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Advertisement1202 1998-07-31 21 \J E L t 7 4 0 I 5 2 FAX t 745 10 2 2 71 COMPUTER COURSES 21 BEAUTY/HAIR CARE 76 FOR THE YOUNG 76 FOR THE YOUNG FACIAL BY EXPERT results. #O4-61 Peninsula Plaza (Unisex). Home service Pasir Ris (Ladies). 339 3311 anytime. 21 BEAUTY/HAIR CARE HOME1,202 words
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Advertisement5029 1998-07-31 23 Advertisement I I A If you wish to speak in Mandarin, please call: 1900-912-9112 FEMALE REST A P of m via '3381 Doris Freelance Writer II you are interested to talk about the philosophy ot life. I'm here to talk to you I m Chinese and inid 30s 3573 Anna,5,029 words
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Advertisement992 1998-07-31 24 MOTOGARD Mobil SYNTHETIC OIL SERVICING PACKAGES FROM $B6 QUALITY CAR SERVICES MOTOGARD SERVICE CENTRE PTE LTD Blk 9006, Tampines St. 93, #Ol-212, Singapore *****0 (Off Tampines Ave 1- Behind Tampines SAFRA) Tel 783 2332 Fax 781 6702 Mobil *v*y I*,W VJ Job details listed on the right IF YOUR TYRE992 words
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