Communications standards and more modem madness By James O. Scharf [10pt ML] JAKARTA (JP): Last week, we looked at communications "standards" and I gave you a list of some of them. By no means was the list complete. Many other standards are in use and it seems that, at the drop of a hat, another "standard" will pop up to confuse us even more. If you counted, there were 22 standards, encompassing 42 different speeds and modulation techniques.

JAKARTA (JP): Police are investigating a car collision which ended in the theft of an expensive watch, Rp 800,000 in cash and other valuables late last week. City Police Spokesman Lt. Col. A. Latief Rabar said on Saturday that five unidentified men in a Kijang van rammed a sedan, driven by Hartono Gunawan in Cipanas, West Java, on Friday. After the accident, the men offered to repair Hartono's car rather than calling the police to handle the accident.

Photo Waspada MEDAN RIOTS: Riot police block the streets to the industrial area of Medan, North Sumatra. The troops were still on alert on Saturday, after two days of worker demonstrations which forced shops and banks to close. The city was calm yesterday as shops remained closed. JP/arh CUP OF JOY: Surrounded by teammates and supporters, a jubilant Robby Darwis, captain of Persib Bandung, lifts the PSSI First Division Cup.

Medan still tense following bloody worker riots MEDAN (JP): The situation in the capital city of North Sumatra remained tense yesterday as the streets remained quiet as many businesses and shops kept their doors shut. Although the local security agency announced that the situation was already under control, about 80 large factories located along the road connecting the city and Belawan seaport were silent. The 26-kilometer road, notorious for its traffic jams, was deserted yesterday.

Painting stolen from exhibition A painting has been stolen from an exhibit at the Stage restaurant at the Ratu Plaza shopping center in South Jakarta. Michael, the manager of the Stage, told YThe Jakarta Post late last week that the stolen painting, entitled Grandma Moses Goes to the Tambora, was one of many works by an American artist nicknamed Tompel on display at the restaurant. The exhibit continues through April 20.

TV Today: Monday, April 18 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Puppet Show: Peter Pan and the Pirates 3:05 Music Program 3:30 Unsolved Mysteries 4:30 Student Quiz 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Cultural program: Wayang 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: South Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Religious teachings: Buddhism 7:00 Evening News 7:30 TV Drama: Sang Bintang 8:05 TV Series: Intruders 9:00 World News 9:30 Music Program 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: Quebec Program 2 4:30 p.m.

Humpuss grows into giant holding company JAKARTA (JP):The Humpuss Group, which started business 10 years ago, has grown into a giant holding company of widely- diversified businesses with total assets of more than Rp 1.05 trillion (US$491.11 billion). Edwin Hudioro, the group's finance director, said here over the weekend that the group's total sales reached almost Rp 1 trillion in 1992, giving it a before-tax profit of Rp 600 billion.

Toll firm snagged Rp 13.9 billion during Idul Fitri holidays JAKARTA (JP): The recent Idul Fitri was particularly joyous for PT Jasa Marga, the state-owned toll company, which recorded Rp 13.9 billion (US$6.6 million) gross revenue on the surge of travel in the greater Jakarta area around the holiday.

Across the Archipelago Gunadarma graduates 1,045 JAKARTA: The Gunadarma Foundation graduated 646 students on Saturday, including 616 from its computer and management sciences school (STMIK) and 30 from its school of economy (STIE). The graduation ceremony was held at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Center. In addition, 399 people received diplomas for completing courses in the two colleges.

Soeharto says army is guarantee for the future JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia needs a strong military to ensure that it can continue with its development, President Soeharto says. "In a world that is now filled with uncertainties, a strong ABRI (Armed Forces) acts as a guarantee for our future," the ABRI Commander-in-chief said on Saturday in a speech to mark the 42nd anniversary of the Kopassus, the Army's special force.

Lotus opens office here JAKARTA (JP): Lotus Development Corporation of Singapore has established a representative office here to increase sales despite stiffer competition in the country's computer software market. David Wee, a company executive, said that the opening of the representative office on the 12th floor of the Wisma Bank Dharmala building is part of the company's strategy to boost its sales in the country.

Where to go in Jakarta, April 18 Jangan hapus: Dai-ichi Hotel, JAMZ Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.

Chief Justice demands assurances of court's independence JAKARTA (JP): Chief Justice Purwoto Gandasubrata has asked President Soeharto to help raise the standards of Indonesia's courts of law. Purwoto told reporters that, in a conference with the President on Saturday, he discussed the need to firmly establish the courts as a forum for justice and integrity as Indonesia embarks on the Sixth Five-Year Plan starting on April 1.

Persib takes President's Cup by crushing PSM 2-0 in final JAKARTA (JP): The fans favorite Persib Bandung took the coveted President's Cup, symbol of national supremacy in amateur soccer, with an emphatic 2-0 win over title holder PSM Ujungpandang in their grand final at Senayan stadium last night. Inspired by Kekey Zakaria, a constant threat on the left flank, coach Wardaya's men demonstrated some of the sparkle that under-form PSM Ujungpandang didn't have to take their second.

1. Bambang --- 48 Metro Medium, 3 lines, 3 cols., l/c Sergeant's killers to spend 13 years behind bars 2. Crime --- 28 Helvetica Bold Condensed, 2 lines, 2 cols, l/c Car collision ends in Rp 800,000 theft 3. Sepang --- 36 Century Bold, 2 lines, 3 cols, l/c Bus drivers oppose plan to launch 1,000 buses 4. Bengsen --- 36 Helvetica Bold Condensed, 2 lines, 3 cols, l/c Police hunt murderers of amusement tycoon 5.

Women's health, reproductive rights still neglected JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia remains remiss when it comes to addressing shortcomings in women's health and reproductive rights, prominent physician Kartono Mohamad says. The chairman of the Indonesian Medical Association told a seminar on women's rights here Saturday that despite the country's success in reducing infant mortality rates, the maternal mortality rate remains the highest in Asia.

Low salaries no excuse for poor discipline, Try says JAKARTA (JP): The Vice President has attacked the behavior of the civil service, saying a low pay scale is a poor excuse for neglecting duties and making ethical compromises. While he acknowledged that there is a relationship between an individuals welfare and the quality of his work he said that a strong sense of responsibility towards the importance of the job can overcome this problem.

Students' demonstration lawful, PDI member says JAKARTA (JP): A senior politician from the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) is backing the 21 students on trial for defaming President Soeharto, saying that their were within their constitutional rights. Sabam Sirait, a member of the House of Representatives, stressed at one of the ongoing Soeharto defamation trials on Saturday that the students had every right to stage a demonstration and express their opinions.

Too much junk is bad for your gums JAKARTA (JP): Too much fast food is bad for your gums, Minister of Health Sujudi says. Sujudi bases his assertion on the fact that fast food tends to be rich and soft, while the gums need hard and chewy food. "Once in while fast food may be okay, but if you constantly eat fast food, you could get a gum-ache," he told reporters on Saturday. "Just don't make it a habit," he added.

Crime and security The Coordinating Agency for Stability and Security deployed 16,700 personnel to enforce a security drive called "Operation Cleansing 1994" in which criminals will be shot on the spot or arrested. This is considered an answer to the increasing number of crimes and the high level of violence in the capital city of Indonesia. When launching the operation, the chief of the Jakarta Military Command, Maj. Gen.

13-year prison term for sergeant's killers JAKARTA (JP): The East Jakarta district court Saturday sentenced Arnold Mamusung and Boy Herowantana to 13 years imprisonment each for killing Police Sgt. Bambang Sumarno in August last year. "What made your action unpardonable is that what you have done is very inhumane, and that the victim was on duty at the time of the murder," Presiding Judge Achmad Husin said, stressing that the defendants had committed the action consciously.

Police decline Kopassus help in Jakarta 'cleansing' JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta Military Chief Maj. Gen. Hendroprijono has politely turned down an offer from Kopassus, the Army's most fearsome unit, to help fight crime in the city. "There is no need to call on the Kopassus in the current operation to crack down on criminals here," Hendro told reporters on Saturday when he attended the force's 42nd anniversary ceremony in its headquarters in Cijantung, East Jakarta.

JP/3/BENGSENG Police investigate murder of businessman JAKARTA (JP): Police said Saturday a man who ran a number of entertainment businesses was killed by four masked assailants in the yard of his second wife's mansion in Pluit, North Jakarta, late last week. "We're still questioning the driver of the victim and a security guard at a nearby house," spokesman for City Police Headquarters, Lt. Col. A. Latief Rabar, said.

Exposition features 36 imported cars JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Automotive Industry Association (Gaikindo) launched the seventh annual automobile exposition at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Center here on Saturday. The exposition is showing 50 of the latest models of 12 different makes of cars. The nine-day exhibition is promoting 36 costly imported cars with prices ranging from Rp 40 million (US$19,000) to Rp 250 million.

Concern for Indonesian As an Indonesian citizen concerned over Bahasa Indonesia, I am deeply impressed by the Australian high school students who speak Bahasa Indonesia fluently and flawlessly (The Jakarta Post, April 15, 1994). I also appreciate any concern over Bahasa Indonesia in any form, including the lament made in this paper's editorial. However, I would like to mention some general language phenomena, in relation with the editorial.

JP/arh CUP OF JOY: Surrounded by teammates and supporters, a jubilant Robby Darwis, captain of Persib Bandung, lifts the President's Cup. Persib won 2-0 against PSM Ujungpandang in the final of the intercity amateur soccer championships at Senayan stadium. Persib hoisted the prestigious cup for the third time during this decade. Related Photo on Page 2

Fight white collar crimes: Soeharto JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto has ordered government prosecutors to go after white collar criminals because they are creating huge losses for taxpayers and the government. "In recent years, in the wake of economic development, we have been seeing an increase in the number of economic crimes and violations committed using more and more sophisticated methods," Soeharto said in keynote address launching the working conference of the Attorney General's office.

Bus drivers oppose plan to add 1,000 wide-bodied buses JAKARTA (JP): Bus drivers oppose plans to add 1,000 wide- bodied buses to Jakarta's existing fleet, fearing it will reduce their daily incomes. The plan was offered late last week by J.P. Sepang, the head of the City Land Transportation and Traffic Control Office (DLLAJR), to cope with the increasing public demand for better transportation services.

Award planned for brave Metromini driver JAKARTA (JP): City Police Chief Maj. Gen. Mochammad Hindarto will present an award today to the driver of a Metro Mini minibus who foiled a robbery on the bus by swerving into the compound of a police station late last week. "We do appreciate what he did to save his passengers from losses," Maj. Gen. Hindarto said here on Saturday. Suranto, 30, was driving his T-44 minibus plying the Pulo Gadung-Pulau Gebang route at 11:30 a.m.

Japan steps up efforts to open its market to imports By Vincent Lingga JAKARTA (JP): No matter who replaces Morihiro Hosokawa as prime minister, the Japanese government will step up its economic reform measures to open its market wider to imports, says Koichiro Matsuura, a former deputy minister of foreign affairs.