Archive: 17 September 1994
60 articles found
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Sabatini takes revenge over Yayuk in erratic exhibition play
Sabatini takes revenge over Yayuk in erratic exhibition play JAKARTA (JP): Gabriela Sabatini's service, or rather her inability to serve with any consistency, proved to be the most intriguing aspect of her exhibition showdown last night with Indonesia's Yayuk Basuki at the Kemayoran Tennis Center. The 24-year-old Argentinian, despite tallying an amazing 22 double faults in the first set, managed to scrape by with a 7-6 (7-4), 6-0 win over the Indonesian number one.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Imported U.S. players to boost Indonesia's basketball league
Imported U.S. players to boost Indonesia's basketball league JAKARTA (JP): Local basketball fans are sure to enjoy the addition of U.S. players in the national semi-professional league (Kobatama) which starts at the end of this month. The imports, most of whom are transfers from clubs which join the National College Amateur Association (NCAA), will form the backbone of eight top Javanese clubs during the four-leg competitions.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Six die in diarrhea outbreak
Six die in diarrhea outbreak CIAMIS, West Java: Six people have died in an outbreak of diarrhea which has hospitalized at least 400 villagers in the Cipaku district, officials said. They fear that the number of people affected will rise because it hits remote villages inaccessible by four-wheel vehicles. "Many died before they reached the hospital. The number of people admitted with diarrhea has been increasing over the past 10 days," Antara quoted a local health official.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
HK company to construct US$2 billion power plant
HK company to construct US$2 billion power plant JAKARTA (JP): The state-owned electricity company PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) yesterday awarded a contract to Hong Kong-based Consolidated Electric Power Asia (CEPA) Ltd. for the construction of a US$2 billion power plant in Tanjung Jati, Jepara, Central Java.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Transit firms drag feet on night fleets
Transit firms drag feet on night fleets JAKARTA (JP): The Land Transportation and Traffic Control Agency (DLLAJ) said that most transportation companies operating wide-bodied buses are reluctant to operate their fleets at night because it is not economically feasible. The agency's head, J.P Sepang, said that the transit firms have complained of small numbers of passengers at night. They say people prefer using taxis compared to buses because they feel insecure on buses.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Caption
Caption Correction: The new branch office of Standard Chartered Bank in the Atria Square building on Jl. Sudirman, Central Jakarta, was opened on Thursday by David Moir (not Doug Dowie as printed in yesterday's newspaper), the executive director for the Asia Pacific region of the Standard Chartered Group. We regret the error. -- Editor
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
KL wants further talks on disputed isles
KL wants further talks on disputed isles JAKARTA (JP): Malaysia yesterday agreed to continue its negotiations with Indonesia to try to resolve the ownership of two small islands off East Kalimantan, according to a senior Indonesian official. The disputed Sipadan and Ligitan islands were discussed briefly during a meeting between Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad and President Soeharto, Minister/Secretary of State Moerdiono told reporters after the talks.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Business in Riau
Business in Riau From Jayakarta I would like to suggests a better way to do business in Riau. I am an indigenous businessman and sense that there is an increasing social jealousy in Riau as a result of shrinking job opportunities. Business activities like construction, management consulting and trade are dominated by non-residents. I also sense that the native Riaunese are being neglected and undervalued. They are considered unable to compete with the newcomers.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Man killed in duel with stepfather
Man killed in duel with stepfather JAKARTA (JP): A 27-year-old man was stabbed to death by his stepfather in a bloody duel sparked by the victim's disagreement with his mother's decision to marry a man who is one year younger than him. Fuad died on the way to the Cipto Mangunkusumo general hospital from stab wounds to his entire body as a result of the duel with Har, 26, which took place in Johar baru sub-district, Central Jakarta, on Thursday, Pos Kota reported.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia strongly against legalization of abortion
Indonesia strongly against legalization of abortion JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia strongly objects to the full legalization of abortion and will deal with the issue on a case by case basis, according to State Minister of Population/Chairman of the National Family Planning Board Haryono Suyono.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Forest fund for planes nagged
Forest fund for planes nagged YOGYAKARTA: Dozens of students staged a protest on Thursday against the government's decision to use Rp 400 billion ($193 million) in reforestation funds to finance the national aircraft industry. The protest involving students from the socio-political school of Gadjah Mada University dispersed peacefully.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yogyakarta at the end of the 20th century
Yogyakarta at the end of the 20th century By Hartoyo Pratiknyo JAKARTA (JP): It may be that the character of a place, like its beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. Thus, different people are certain to view the ongoing ethno-photographic exhibition at Erasmus Huis, "Social and cultural activities in Yogyakarta at the end of the twentieth century", differently.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Church Services
Church Services * Catholic Church, University of Atmajaya, Jl. Jend. Sudirman: Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m., 10:30 p.m. (with songs) and 5:30 p.m. * First Church of Christ, Scientist, Jl. Teuku Cik Ditiro 48, Menteng, Central Jakarta: Services on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. (in Indonesian) and 8 a.m. (in English). * All Saints' Anglican Church (opposite The Aryaduta Jakarta), Jl. Arif Rahman Hakim No. 5, Central Jakarta: Services on Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. ; at G.K.I. Pondok Indah at 6 p.m.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Three financial firms embark on pension funding services
Three financial firms embark on pension funding services JAKARTA (JP): Dharmala Manulife, the life insurance division of the Dharmala Group, yesterday launched its pension plan funding services, becoming the third financial institution to introduce the relatively new product this week. Adi Purnomo, the vice president of the life insurance company, said yesterday that Dharmala Manulife will offer pension services to both institutions and individuals. "The market is growing...
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Crackdown on illegal liquor
Crackdown on illegal liquor SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: Police have seized more than 11,500 bottles of liquor from unauthorized shops this month. The authorities also confiscated a large quantity of illicit drugs of various brand names, Samarinda police precinct chief Lt. Col. Suprihadi Usman said Thursday. Eight drug consuming students and 20 illegal liquor sellers were also arrested, he said.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Swimming vital to Navy recruits
Swimming vital to Navy recruits JAKARTA (JP): The ability to swim is essential for any member of the Navy and, in the future, this will be included in the conditions of recruitment, a Navy official said. Commodore Zoekifli Effendi said that a Navy member must be more familiar with the water than anyone else, the Antara news agency reported. The Navy is currently drafting a regulation that requires all members to undergo swimming tests periodically.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Sports: Tennis W.T.A. 3:30 TV Series: The Return of Sherlock Holmes 4:30 Youth drama 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Science Film: Special Force 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country: West Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Karya Inovatif 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Dianrana 8:05 TV Series: Midnight Caller 9:00 World News 9:30 Gita Persada 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: The Deviant Ones Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Sadao and Carlton to entertain Jakarta
Sadao and Carlton to entertain Jakarta Japanese saxophonist Sadao Watanabe is scheduled to perform at the Blue Note Jazz Club and restaurant on Jl. Sudirman, Central Jakarta, from Sept. 26 through Oct. 1. Watanabe and his band, Kei Akagi on keyboard, Jun Kajiwara on guitar, Tomohito Aoki on bass, Toshiharu on drum and Steve Thorton on percussion. will be in Jakarta for 12 performances.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Unicef gives thumbs up to RI children program
Unicef gives thumbs up to RI children program JAKARTA (JP): The president of the executive board of the United Nations Children Fund (Unicef), Anne Semamba Makinda, concluded a week-long visit yesterday, saying she is impressed with Indonesia's campaign against infant mortality. Makinda, who is also Tanzania's Minister of Community Development, Women's Affairs and Children, however expressed concern over the severe problem of maternal deaths, especially in Indonesia's eastern provinces.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Travelers Guide
Travelers Guide BANDUNG (JP): A list of information on southern Bandung's holiday spots may be necessary for first-time visitors to these destinations. * Public Transportation Services - From Bandung: A number of buses and minibuses ply the routes between Bandung- Ciwidey-Situ Patengan. If you start from Bandung, you have to go to the Kebon Kelapa Bus Terminal. Take the Bandung to Ciwidey station bus. The fare is between Rp 1,000 and Rp 2,500.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC institutionalization moving rapidly
APEC institutionalization moving rapidly By Faisal Harahap JAKARTA (JP): APEC will not be formally structured in the near future, but the process of institutionalization within the grouping is moving relatively fast. The head of the Eminent Persons Group (EPG) Fred Bergsten did not touch on the nature of APEC's organizational structure after he submitted a report to President Soeharto last month.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Electricity firm seeking partners in joint ventures
Electricity firm seeking partners in joint ventures JAKARTA (JP): The state electricity company PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) is looking for partners among domestic and foreign firms for cooperation in the establishment of two subsidiaries which will be prepared for going public. PLN's president, Zuhal, told reporters here yesterday that the company plans to start the operation of its two subsidiaries next year.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Red Cross fund raising month begins today
Red Cross fund raising month begins today JAKARTA (JP): Jakartans will have to set aside a bit of their incomes for humanitarian purposes in line with a two-month fund raising campaign launched by the Jakarta chapter of Indonesian Red Cross (PMI DKI) yesterday. "The campaign will last from Sept. 17 until Nov. 17 during which we expect to get at least Rp 2 billion or 25 percent more than that of the figure we received last year," said Mrs. Hindarto, chairwoman of the organizing committee.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Woman reports lover for assault, abuse
Woman reports lover for assault, abuse JAKARTA (JP): A 21-year-old woman, who claims to have been battered and sexually assaulted by her clandestine lover, has brought her case to the city police. City Police spokesman Lt. Col. A. Latief Rabar said yesterday that the woman, identified only as SL, decided to report the case because she could no longer stand being beaten by her clandestine lover, a 33-year-old lawyer who claimed to be running a law office in Central Jakarta.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tougher battles await
Tougher battles await Come September. This is not a reference to a film of the late 1950s but to the string of sporting events now in progress in Jakarta, which are dominating the news in local papers. Apart from hosting the 29th Asian Under-19 Soccer Championship from Sept. 11th to the 25th, in which young booters from ten Asian countries compete for the trophy, Jakarta is also host to three other major international events.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
ABRI revamps career system to lure college grads
ABRI revamps career system to lure college grads JAKARTA (JP): The Armed Forces (ABRI) has revamped its career development system to encourage more university graduates to consider the military as a career. Maj. Gen. Mansyur, assistant to the chief of ABRI's General Affairs, said yesterday that the military hopes to recruit a total of 2,300 people to join its officer training program this year.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bapindo's weaknesses revealed in Court
Bapindo's weaknesses revealed in Court JAKARTA (JP): Court testimony by two senior Bapindo executives revealed weaknesses in the way crucial decisions were made and reviewed by the directors of the government-owned bank in 1992 that led to the Rp 1.3 trillion ($620 million) debacle.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Southern Bandung embarks on promotion of `hidden treasures'
Southern Bandung embarks on promotion of `hidden treasures' This is the first of two stories on tourism in southern Bandung Regency. The second story will appear tomorrow in the first Sunday edition of The Jakarta Post. By Rita A. Widiadana BANDUNG (JP): God smiled when He created Sunda. This praise extolling the beauty of West Java came from the late M.A.W. Brouwer, a Roman Catholic priest and a well-known newspaper columnist. To the day he died on Aug.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Japan provides $170m in aid for Indonesia
Japan provides $170m in aid for Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): Japan and Indonesia yesterday closed a two-day annual consultation on technical cooperation and grant assistance, totaling US$170 million, to be implemented this fiscal year. The record of discussion was signed yesterday by S. Kitajima, Director of the Aid Policy Division at the Japanese Foreign Ministry, and Wisber Loeis, Indonesian Director General of Foreign Economic Relations.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Five fishermen's bodies found
Five fishermen's bodies found CILACAP, Central Java: Search and rescue workers yesterday found the bodies of five of the seven fishermen who went missing after their fishing boat broke down in high seas last week. SAR spokesman Atas Munandar said that the bodies, all found near the scene of accident, could not be identified because they had already badly decomposed.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange JAKARTA (JP): Share prices further strengthened yesterday in active trading following a sharp decline earlier this week. The broad-based Composite Index gained 3.5 points to close the week at 525.62 from 522.03 on Thursday. The index recorded a total loss of 6.7 points during the week, resulting from heavy profit taking, which occurred on Monday and Tuesday. The narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index also gained ground to close at 128.57 against 128.01.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
South Korea boys survives thriller with 2-2 draw
South Korea boys survives thriller with 2-2 draw JAKARTA (JP): Red-hot favorite South Korea spared itself any humiliation against spirited Kuwait at the Asian Youth Under-19 soccer championship yesterday with a 2-2 draw. The South Korean's, fresh from their convincing 3-1 over Thailand on Wednesday, careless defense caused them to trail 1-2 before Kim Sung-il snatched the relieving equalizer six minutes from time the time.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Trouble brewing in PDI's chapter in Jakarta too
Trouble brewing in PDI's chapter in Jakarta too JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) chairperson Megawati Soekarnoputri faced another potentially explosive situation as the party's chapter in Jakarta opened its congress last night. The Jakarta chapter's incumbent chairperson MAS Alex Asmasoebrata, who is also a Megawati protege, appears to have lost grassroots support as not a single branch has come out in support of his reelection on the eve of the congress.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Has Cambodia's media democracy gone wild?
Has Cambodia's media democracy gone wild? PHNOM PENH (UPI): The assassination of newspaper editor Nuon Chan highlights the fragility -- and for some the dilemma -- of Cambodia's media. The 44-year-old editor was killed by two gunmen on a motorbike in central Phnom Penh Sept. 7 after his newspaper, Voice of Khmer Youth, published articles critical of the government and of Vietnam.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Midwives make a difference
Midwives make a difference I would like to make a comment on the letter from Ms. Saifudin regarding hospital rules which was published in The Jakarta Post on Sept. 5, 1994. My child was born on March 23, 1994 at the Pondok Indah Hospital (PIH). I had a very pleasant experience there and am grateful for the treatment and services I received. My husband was with me all the time, which was important during those crucial moments in the delivery room.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tri Polyta makes $127m from share sales on Nasdaq
Tri Polyta makes $127m from share sales on Nasdaq JAKARTA (JP): PT Tri Polyta Indonesia, a polypropylene resins producer, announced here yesterday that it generated US$127 million from the sale of 29 percent of its shares through the Nasdaq capital market in the United States. "About $104 million out of the proceeds were used to repay the company's debt from to a syndication of Indonesian state banks which include Bank Rakyat Indonesia, Bank Bumi Daya and Bank Dagang Negara," said Peter F.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Guntur bridge closed
Guntur bridge closed From Neraca The Jakarta Land Transport Control Agency hereby announces that the Guntur bridge will be closed completely. The decision was made on the grounds that the bridge is too dangerous to accommodate public transportation. Beginning Sept. 16, 1994 traffic from Jl. Sultan Agung to Jl. Cik Ditiro, which used to pass this bridge, is being diverted to the Halimun bridge on Jl. Latuharhari. And on Sept. 19, 1994 the Kampung Melayu flyover will be opened on a trial basis.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Japanese tourist drowns
Japanese tourist drowns JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: A Japanese tourist and his local porter were drowned in the Baliem River on Wednesday, an official said. Searches for Shinichiro Minamide, 20, and porter Eligius Asso, 21, continued yesterday to no avail, the Antara news agency said. Chief of the Irian Jaya tourist office A. Bassalem said the incident happened in the Sogokmo village on Wednesday when a suspension bridge they were crossing collapsed into the flooding river.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Man wanted for using name of UI to cheat students
Man wanted for using name of UI to cheat students JAKARTA (JP): Police are searching for one of four alleged con artists who cheated thousands of high school students in the Jakarta greater area in a scam using the name of the University of Indonesia (UI). Lt. Col. A. Latief Rabar, a spokesman for City Police, said yesterday that one of the suspects, identified by the name of Iwan, is still at large. "He is a repeat offender," said Latief.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Canadian mission due here
Canadian mission due here JAKARTA (JP): A trade mission on building and construction from the Canadian province of Ontario is expected to arrive here on Sept. 20 for a five-day visit. The Canadian Embassy announced yesterday that the mission, sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, will meet with major Indonesian property developers and contractors to look for possible collaborations.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yorrys to be tried soon
Yorrys to be tried soon Yorrys Raweyai, chairman of the Jakarta chapter of a powerful youth organization, will be tried at the West Jakarta District Court soon for gambling.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Use of chrome in industrial water dangerous
Use of chrome in industrial water dangerous JAKARTA (JP): Many manufacturing plants in Indonesia are still using chrome, a hazardous chemical substance, to improve the quality of water in their cooling and boiling systems, an industrial expert says. Subardi Soeria Atmadja, a former aide to the minister of industry and now advises the Association of Indonesian Fertilizer Producers, said on Thursday that chrome could harm people's health and the environment.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yayuk signs contract with American company
Yayuk signs contract with American company JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's top women's tennis player Yayuk Basuki yesterday signed a two-year deal with Chicago-based Wilson Sporting Goods. The contract, Yayuk said, was part of her annual, US$200,000 contract with the Hong Kong-based Spectrum which manages Yayuk's schedule. The Indonesian signed a three-year deal with Spectrum last year.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
New policy on vehicle ownership gets mixed reactions
New policy on vehicle ownership gets mixed reactions JAKARTA (JP): City councilors gave mixed reactions to the city administration's new policy which requires them to put a special sticker on car license plates as evidence that the car tax has been paid.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
YLBHI sues police for banning seminar
YLBHI sues police for banning seminar JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Legal Aid Foundation (YLBHI) has filed a lawsuit against the South Jakarta Police for abruptly dispersing a seminar about land disputes which it organized early this month. Rita Serena Kolibonso, a lawyer of the foundation, said the defendants also include the government and related government agencies involved in the decision to ban the seminar.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Five day week
Five day week From Republika I would like to comment on the five day school week, particularly at elementary schools. In larger cities the number of pupils attending religious schools after school may be very small. In rural regions, however, religious schools are very common. The pupils are taught the more essential religious maxims they are not drilled in at school. If they have to leave the school at 4.00 p.m., how can they attend religious classes? This is a loss to the Moslem community.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Traffic problems
Traffic problems From Republika The traffic problems in Jakarta have their root in conflicting societal and individual interests. We have done much for the private car owners and have done little for public transportation. There are about two million vehicles in Jakarta. Only 20,000 of them are for public transportation. Drivers have to grab every opportunity available to be able to collect as much as Rp 10,000 to Rp 15,000 a day. This situation breeds substitute drivers.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Elderly woman ignites herself
Elderly woman ignites herself A 75-year-old woman was killed after she poured kerosene on her body and then set herself on fire. The incident took place on Wednesday on Jl.Thalib III West Jakarta, Post Kota reported. Police sources quoted by the daily did not specify what actually caused the elderly woman to take her own life. Her husband Heng Tjin Sin, 77, was taken to a police sub-precinct for questioning.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
North-South dialog tense: Mahathir
North-South dialog tense: Mahathir JAKARTA (JP): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad yesterday poured cold water on the current Non-Aligned Movement's endeavor to promote dialog with the rich industrialized countries, saying that North-South relations are filled with antagonism. "What are the prospects for North-South relations?
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Discipline needed
Discipline needed From Kompas The plan to establish mass rapid transit as a sophisticated means of transportation in Jakarta will surely make Jakarta a metropolitan city able to rival other large cities in the world. However, I still worry about the fate of the vehicles considering that many irresponsible people like to behave improperly. Look at the present public vehicles. Many of them become targets of people who have no concern for order and discipline.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
PATAS bus needed
PATAS bus needed From Neraca I think the state-owned Jakarta Transportation Company (PPD) or other transportation companies need to provide more limited- passenger buses plying Ciledug - Pulogadung. The route should include Jl. Kramat Raya. It should be noted that Ciledug residents and people living around that area now earn more than they used to, so they are able to afford air conditioned buses.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC expo planned
APEC expo planned JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia will hold an exhibition and business meeting at the Jakarta Fairground on Nov. 12 to 15 to coincide with Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings. After meeting on Thursday with Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono,chairman of the committee for APEC meetings, Minister of Industry Tunky Ariwibowo told reporters that the exhibition is aimed at promoting Indonesia's goods and services to other APEC members.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Water firms flooded by increasing demands
Water firms flooded by increasing demands JAKARTA (JP): The city-owned water company (PAM Jaya) is overwhelmed with demands for clean drinking water due to the current prolonged dry season. "We will do our utmost to cope with the shortage of drinking water in various areas in Jakarta," Poedjijono, one of PAM Jaya's directors, said yesterday as quoted by Suara Pembaruan.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
This Sunday
This Sunday Don't miss the inaugural Sunday edition of The Jakarta Post this Sunday. It is filled with informative and entertaining articles plus the latest, up to late Saturday night, major news from around the world, including sports results. Call your newspaper agent to have your copy delivered to your doorstep on Sunday morning. If you're already a subscriber of The Jakarta Post, you will get yours automatically. -- Publisher
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Music * 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 12:30 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. to 11:30 p.m.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tattooed man gunned down
Tattooed man gunned down BANDUNG, West Java: A man with a tattoo depicting a nude woman on his left arm was found dead of a bullet wound in Majalaya Thursday. The authorities have yet to identify the man. Witnesses said they rushed to the scene upon hearing a gunshot to find the man lying in a pool of blood. Police said the man lost too much blood and died on the way to hospital. Doctors at the Hasan Sadikin Hospital will perform an autopsy on his body, Antara said. (pan)
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
City to build 95 bus shelters
City to build 95 bus shelters In order to improve service to the public, the Land Transportation and Traffic Control Agency (DLLAJ) has announced that the municipal administration will build 95 new bus shelters during this 1994/95 fiscal year. "We have allocated Rp 1.7billion for the development of the project, " said H. Husni D Sinaim, a division head at the agency as reported by Pos Kota yesterday. H. Husni said that the construction cost of the bus shelters is Rp 18 million per unit.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Land digging
Land digging From Neraca Land digging along Jl. Raden Saleh, Central Jakarta, has been seen repeated activity lately. And it worries us, the residents in the area. To prevent such a repetition I want to call on concerned parties -- the Public Works Office, the Drinking Water Company and PT Telkom -- to better coordinate their projects. Repeated digging not only harms pedestrians but also constitutes a waste of funds. ADI KURNIAWAN Jakarta
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Wardiman says his extensive overseas trip was instructive
Wardiman says his extensive overseas trip was instructive JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Education and Culture Wardiman Djojonegoro said his recent extensive overseas trip was chiefly for educational purposes to learn about how other countries manage their education system.
Sat, 17 Sep 1994, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia and RI companies sign business accords
Malaysia and RI companies sign business accords JAKARTA (JP): Six firms from Malaysia and Indonesia signed agreements here yesterday on join operations in telecommunications, power generation and banking. The agreements, whose signing was witnessed by Coordinating Minister for Industry and Trade Hartarto and Malaysian Premier Mahatir Mohamad, included the establishment of PT Daya Mitra Malindo, internationally guaranteed giro order services (IGGO) and the 5,000-megawatt ASEAN power project.