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Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Cassette plant accused of pollution
Cassette plant accused of pollution JAKARTA (JP): Residents in the Duri Kosambi district of West Jakarta are complaining again about the air pollution which they say stems from a nearby cassette factory.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
New CPO export price set
New CPO export price set JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Finance announced here yesterday new export prices for Crude Palm Oil (CPO), Refined Bleached Deodorized Palm Oil (RBD PO), Crude Olein and Refined Bleached Deodorized Olein (RBD Olein) valid for this month.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Peddlers' fate
Peddlers' fateFrom RepublikaI work in an office on Jl. Rasuna Said. On July 18 at about 2 p.m. it seemed many peddlers were running for their lives while being chased by uniformed public order officers. I was quite taken aback by the scene.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Bogor continues to demolish illegal Puncak buildings
Bogor continues to demolish illegal Puncak buildings BOGOR, West Java (JP): Demolishing of houses and villas without building permits in Puncak is still going on to prevent further damage of the water catchment area.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Less tourists visit Baliem
Less tourists visit Baliem JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: The Baliem Valley has seen an 80 percent drop in the number of foreign tourists since the end of its kidnapping saga in May.The head of the local tourism, post and telecommunications office, Poernomo, told Antara yesterday that the decline could...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
More companies applying for PCN licenses
More companies applying for PCN licenses JAKARTA (JP): At least 120 companies have applied for the government's licenses to provide Personal Communication Network (PCN) services in the country, sources said.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Latief asks workers not to go on strike
Latief asks workers not to go on strike SIDOARDJO, East Java (JP): Minister of Manpower Abdul Latief told 1,000 workers here yesterday to resolve their industrial disputes on the negotiating table, not on the streets.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
BRI to issue $70m notes
BRI to issue $70m notes HONG KONG (Reuter): State-owned Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) is planning a US$70 million floating rate note or floating rate certificate of deposit issue, sources familiar with the transaction said.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
House payments raised by 400%
House payments raised by 400% SURABAYA, East Java: Sriyono, the president director of the state-owned public housing company (Perumnas), turned a deaf ear to the protests of hundreds of potential home buyers after the company suddenly raised its down-payments by 400 percent for modest houses in...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Theft near KFC
Theft near KFC On June 30 at about 7:45 p.m. my family and I ate at the Kentucky Fried Chicken on Jl. Pajajaran in Bogor, West Java. I parked my car in a place that was not very well illuminated. I felt it was safe enough as a security guard and parking man were nearby.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Developer summoned over floods
Developer summoned over floods JAKARTA (JP): Governor Surjadi Soedirdja ordered the South Jakarta mayor yesterday to summon the management of a private developer whose project allegedly triggers flooding in Guntur subdistrict, South Jakarta.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Parking attendants get insurance
Parking attendants get insurance BOGOR, West Java: The Bogor municipality is implementing a program to insure the city's parking attendants for accidents.The head of the Bogor parking office, E. Lesmana, said the program for 500 parking attendants was the first in the country.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Sembawang's yard profits
Sembawang's yard profits SINGAPORE (Reuter): Singapore's Sembawang Corp says it expects its new shipyard on the Indonesian island of Karimun to be profitable in its third year of operations, the Straits Times said.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
U.S. encourages pluralism in Indonesia
U.S. encourages pluralism in Indonesia WASHINGTON (Reuter): The United States will encourage a transition of power in Indonesia that reflects the country's growing interest in greater pluralism, Secretary of State Warren Christopher said on Thursday.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Japans's ANA applies for service to Indonesia
Japans's ANA applies for service to Indonesia TOKYO (AFP): Japan's All Nippon Airways Ltd. (ANA) said yesterday it had applied to the transport ministry to begin a service to Indonesia.ANA said it was planning a twice-weekly service between Narita, Jakarta and Denpasar, using a 213-seat Boeing...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Kramatdjati bus firm yet to install safety devices
Kramatdjati bus firm yet to install safety devices JAKARTA (JP): The management of an intercity bus firm which lost one bus in a fire killing 29 passengers said it is yet to install safety equipment on its fleet.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Church Services
Church Services * Catholic Church, University of Atmajaya, Jl. Jend. Sudirman: Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.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.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Bishop Belo not enthusiastic on statue inauguration
Bishop Belo not enthusiastic on statue inauguration JAKARTA (JP): East Timor's Bishop Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo gave a cool response yesterday to news that the Jesus Christ statue will be inaugurated by the government.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Rivers to be dredged for flood prevention
Rivers to be dredged for flood prevention JAKARTA (JP): The city public works will spend Rp 15 billion (US$ 6.52 million) dredging twelve rivers from September in a bid to curb the flooding expected next rainy season, Dargono Danuprawiro, the head of the city office of the Ministry of Public Works,...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Taman Mini offers recreational and cultural experience
Taman Mini offers recreational and cultural experienceBy Marina Kaneti JAKARTA (JP): The Cook travel guide rates it as one of the biggest tourist attractions in Jakarta. Many residents of Jakarta confess that they have never been there, and everyone agrees that it is best to avoid weekends.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Regency suspends suspect on charges of raping a minor
Regency suspends suspect on charges of raping a minor TANGERANG (JP): The regency office has temporarily suspended the head of a district health agency who was accused of raping his 14-year-old adopted daughter and sexually molesting the girl's sister.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Former athlete netted for drug sale
Former athlete netted for drug sale JAKARTA (JP): A former national billiards athlete was arrested yesterday on charges of having sold Ecstasy pills at a discotheque at Central Hotel in Central Jakarta.Central Jakarta Police Chief Lt. Col.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
East Java PDI conflict, a ticking time bomb
East Java PDI conflict, a ticking time bombBy Ainur R. Sophiaan SURABAYA (JP): The capital city of Jakarta has recently seen the worst manifestation of the political conflict within the minority Indonesian Democratic Party.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Possible AIDS cure, a dream for many
Possible AIDS cure, a dream for manyBy Tom Wright JAKARTA (Reuter): For one pregnant, HIV-infected patient at the Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital in Jakarta, talk in Canada of a possible cure for the killer disease AIDS can only be a pipedream.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Poland calls on Indonesian firms to join economic forum
Poland calls on Indonesian firms to join economic forum JAKARTA (JP): The Polish government called on Indonesian companies to participate in its first economic forum with Southeast Asian countries due to be held in Warsaw on Sept. 2 to Sept. 3.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Karaoke owner to sue township
Karaoke owner to sue township TANGERANG (JP): The owner of a nightspot incorporating a karaoke bar and restaurant which was sealed on Wednesday said he will sue the township."There were no prior warnings," Hermanto, the owner of the Grand Sentul Singing Hall in Balaraja said yesterday.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Purse snatchers snatched
Purse snatchers snatched DENPASAR, Bali: Gianyar police on Bali are holding six suspected purse-snatchers who had been operating in the Sukawati art center, about 15 kilometers east of Denpasar.Gianyar police chief Lt. Col.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Over 100 kiosks neglected in Bogor
Over 100 kiosks neglected in Bogor BOGOR (JP): A total of 110 temporary kiosks in the Kebon Kembang market have not been occupied. The kiosks are provided for free for market traders who lost their sites in the fire late last March.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Robbers steal RP 40 million from bank customer
Robbers steal RP 40 million from bank customer JAKARTA (JP): Two unidentified men stole a handbag from a woman who had just withdrawn Rp 40 million (US$17.02) from a bank.The robbery took place yesterday in front of the victim's home in South Jakarta on Jl. Bulungan.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Jakarta stock prices rise 2.4%
Jakarta stock prices rise 2.4% JAKARTA (JP): Stocks prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) rose 2.40 percent yesterday on foreign selective buying and local "bargain hunting"."We didn't see a lot of buy orders when the market was reopened because investors were waiting to see what was going to...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
RI gives 1.44 million condoms to Cambodia
RI gives 1.44 million condoms to Cambodia PHNOM PENH (Reuter): Indonesia donated 1.44 million condoms to Cambodia's Ministry of Health yesterday to help stem the spread of AIDS in the Southeast Asian nation.Indonesian Ambassador Taufik Soedarbo, handing over the 1.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Semen Andalas's expansion
Semen Andalas's expansion JAKARTA (JP): PT Semen Andalas Indonesia yesterday announced plans to gradually step up its annual cement production to four million tons.Semen Andalas Director Martin Wikes said the cement plant's production is expected to reach 1.4 million tons by the end of this year.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Sport shooters from Armed Forces
Sport shooters from Armed Forces JAKARTA (JP): The Armed Forces and the Indonesian Target Shooting Association will start a four-year training program for 300 military and police officers today. The program aims to help Indonesia improve in the sport of shooting.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Hanshin opens outlet here
Hanshin opens outlet here JAKARTA (JP): Japan's Hanshin Department Store will open a retail outlet in Plaza Senayan next year under a franchise agreement with PT Inti Fasindo Internasional, a subsidiary of Great River International.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Soldier gets 10 months for Ngabang shooting
Soldier gets 10 months for Ngabang shooting JAKARTA (JP): A military tribunal in Pontianak, West Kalimantan sentenced Second Lt. Jt Simanjuntak to 10 months in prison yesterday for his involvement in the shooting of peaceful protesters in April.Chaired by Lt. Col.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock Prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Aug. 1, 1996: Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,150 25 22,000 AHAP Insurance 2,700 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 675 0 4,000 Andayani Megah 1,300 100...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Breast-feeding campaign launched
Breast-feeding campaign launched JAKARTA (JP): Minister for Women's Roles Mien Sugandhi launched international breast-feeding week yesterday at Dr. Soetomo Hospital here.Bearing the theme Breast-feeding: A Community Responsibility the campaign, lasting through Aug.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
GM sets up ASEAN base
GM sets up ASEAN base SINGAPORE (Reuter): Delphi Automative Systems, part of General Motors, said yesterday it had set up an ASEAN base in Singapore to coordinate its expanding activities in the regional vehicle market.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Where to go in Surabaya:
Where to go in Surabaya:Music * Elmi Hotel: Jl. Panglima Sudirman No. 42-44: - Qemi Club: Karaoke/Disco, Sunday, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Master Band, Monday and Wednesday, 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Atlantic Band, Tuesday and Saturday, 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Abouwhim Band, Thursday, 10:30 p.m.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Scalper-free bus terminal being built
Scalper-free bus terminal being built JAKARTA (JP): The new intercity bus terminal in Pulogebang, East Jakarta, planned for completion in 1998, may be the first here without ticket brokers.Assistant to the City Secretary Prawoto Danoemihardjo said the modern terminal's design will only allow...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
PT Astra issues Euro bonds
PT Astra issues Euro bonds JAKARTA (JP): PT Astra International, the country's largest automaker, announced yesterday that it has issued US$200 million of Euro bonds through its subsidiary, Astra Overseas Finance B.V., on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Mt. Slamet shows signs of activity
Mt. Slamet shows signs of activity PURBALINGGA, Central Java: Residents in the Purbalingga, Banyumas and Pemalang regencies are being put on the alert as Mount Slamet is beginning to show signs of volcanic activity.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Indian book fair at TIM
Indian book fair at TIM Jakarta (JP) : The National Book Trust of India and the Indian Embassy have organized an Indian book exhibition.With nearly 1,250 books on various subjects from Indian history to medicine, the event will be held at the Taman Ismail Marzuki arts center in Central Jakarta from...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Official arrested on charges of raping a minor
Official arrested on charges of raping a minor TANGERANG (JP): Local police have arrested the head of a district health agency here for allegedly raping his 14-year-old adopted daughter.Junus, 40, was apprehended while on a government-sponsored course in Bandung, West Java, on Wednesday evening...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
PRD suspected of selling Ecstasy
PRD suspected of selling Ecstasy PALU, Central Sulawesi: The military suspects the besieged Democratic People's Party (PRD) of trafficking Ecstasy here and elsewhere in Indonesia.PRD, a hitherto little-known leftist "party", has been blamed by the military for masterminding the massive rioting on...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
East Jakarta street vendors say kiosk lottery unfair
East Jakarta street vendors say kiosk lottery unfair JAKARTA (JP): Nine street vendors filed a complaint with the city council yesterday, saying they were subject to an unfair kiosk lottery in East Jakarta.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
President opens GKBI 37-story office building
President opens GKBI 37-story office building JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto inaugurated yesterday a 37- story office building owned by the Federation of Indonesian Batik Cooperatives (GKBI).The building, named Wisma GKBI, was built by PT Mulia Cemerlang Persada, a subsidiary of the Mulia Group,...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Badminton recruiting vital: Siregar
Badminton recruiting vital: Siregar ATLANTA, Georgia (Agencies): The Olympic defeats suffered by many top Indonesian shuttlers prompted noted sports observer Mangombar Ferdinand Siregar on Wednesday to urge the Badminton Association of Indonesia to speed up its regeneration program.
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Court's image
Court's image There is a mistake in my July 30 article Time to rejuvenate court's image, on page 4, in the eighth column, point c.The sentence: "The Executive shall have the power to close down or suspend the operation of the courts," should be: "The Executive shall not have the power to close down...
Fri, 02 Aug 1996
Expert calls for changed habits to read faster
Expert calls for changed habits to read faster JAKARTA (JP): The ability to read is taken for granted -- but there are many habits which should be changed for more effective, faster reading.Several deep ingrained habits must be changed to speed up reading and comprehension, a librarian said...