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National Library Board Singapore 2014.","access_rights":"The information in this article is valid as at 2014 and correct as far as we are able to ascertain from our sources. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete history of the subject. Please contact the Library for further reading materials on the topic."},{"_id":18,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=05145d1e-f0c2-4404-85b1-b6554b9ffea0","identifier_uuid":"05145d1e-f0c2-4404-85b1-b6554b9ffea0","title":"Arthur Yap","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chee, Veronica","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Tan, Bonny","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"25/9/2002","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Arthur Yap Chioh Hiong (Dr) (b. 1943, Singapore–d. 19 June 2006, Singapore ) was a second-generation Singapore poet who has won numerous awards for his accomplishments in shaping local poetry.","table_of_contents":"[Arthur Yap] -- Education -- Poetry accomplishments -- Poetry and anthologies -- Awards - References.","subject_lcsh":"Poets--Biography|Painters--Singapore--Biography|Award winners--Singapore--Biography|Yap, Arthur","subject_singheritage":"Cultural Medallion Recipients (Literature) {18486633}","language":"eng|eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":19,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=05e2a98a-5948-4b07-9417-ae63ceca157b","identifier_uuid":"05e2a98a-5948-4b07-9417-ae63ceca157b","title":"Iskandar Mirza Ismail : multi-talented and versatile","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2008","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Cultural Medallion recipient Iskandar Mirza Ismail is one of Singapore’s most multi-talented and versatile musicians.","table_of_contents":"NA","subject_lcsh":"Iskandar Mirza Ismail, 1956- --Biography|Composers--Singapore--Biography|Musicians--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Cultural Medallion Recipients (Music) {18486634}|Composers {18337175}|Musicians {18337174}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All rights reserved. National Library Board Singapore, 2008.","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":20,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=0618ed95-2618-442a-ba3b-5e402eea23b1","identifier_uuid":"0618ed95-2618-442a-ba3b-5e402eea23b1","title":"Ong Pang Boon","alternative":"NA","creator":"Koh, Jaime","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"15/9/2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Ong Pang Boon (b. 28 March 1929, Kuala Lumpur, Malaya–) was a politician and a prominent member of the People’s Action Party (PAP). He was appointed the minister for home affairs in the first cabinet of Singapore following the party’s victory in the 1959 Legislative Assembly general election. Ong went on to hold several key ministerial posts during his political career. His other portfolios included education, labour, environment and communications. Ong stepped down from the cabinet in 1984 and was a backbencher until his retirement from politics in 1988.","table_of_contents":"[Ong Pang Boon] -- Early life and education -- Politicisation -- Ministerial positions -- Campaign against “yellow culture” -- Fight against crime -- Bilingualism and technical education -- Retirement -- Family -- Timeline -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Ong, Pang Boon, 1929-|Politicians--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Politics and Government {18336134}|Personalities {18336114}|Politicians {18337244}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":21,"identifier_uri":"NA","identifier_uuid":"068b8da3-c6e5-45a6-8dd8-599e87a82481","title":"Portrait of poetry in art","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2006-10","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"Article published in BiblioAsia, v. 2, issue 3 (Oct. 2006), p. 16-19.","abstract":"In this article, the writer paints a portrait of Abdul Ghani Hamid as a modern artist and poet and the various influences which shaped his works. He is one of the earliest proponents of Pablo Picasso in this region. He is also well known for his poetry which is very much associated with the environment. A unique artist who is conscious of his surroundings, he never allows the sights of his life to pass by unnoticed. Abdul Ghani's works are able to portray the universe and his thoughts. Whether directly or indirectly, his paintings are a sound manifestation of the poems assigned to them.","table_of_contents":"Abdul Ghani the artist -- Abdul Ghani the poet -- The artist and his world -- Furthur reading.","subject_lcsh":"A. Ghani Hamid (Abdul Ghani Hamid), 1933-|Authors, Malay--Singapore--Biography|Artists--Singapore--Biography|Award winners--Singapore—Biography","subject_singheritage":"Artists {18336115}|Literature {18336116}|Cultural Medallion Recipients (Literature) {18486633}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia {16180172}|NLB Collections>>Index to Singapore Information {16145204}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2006.","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":22,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=06baa148-6c1b-431f-aa82-342eb741096f","identifier_uuid":"06baa148-6c1b-431f-aa82-342eb741096f","title":"Mas Selamat bin Kastari","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Heng, Hock Mei","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"31/10/2009","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Mas Selamat bin Kastari (b. 23 January 1961, Kendal, Java, Indonesia–) was Singapore’s most-wanted terrorist after he escaped from the Whitley Road Detention Centre (WRDC) on 27 February 2008. He was recaptured in a small village in Johor, Malaysia, on 1 April 2009. Authorities claim that Mas Selamat headed the Singapore branch of Jemaah Islamiyah, a terrorist network, and was the mastermind behind various terrorist plots in Singapore.","table_of_contents":"[Mas Selamat bin Kastari] -- Early life -- Terrorist connections -- Early arrests -- Escape from Singapore -- Arrest in Malaysia -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Terrorists--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":23,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=07759cf9-c3cd-4d4b-bf18-22c137539e3b","identifier_uuid":"07759cf9-c3cd-4d4b-bf18-22c137539e3b","title":"Eric Moo (巫启贤) : from peak to peak","alternative":"巫启贤","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"8/4/2010 8:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Eric Moo has suffered numerous career setbacks and bad press to emerge as a controversial yet respected judge in singing talent contests in China.","table_of_contents":"Eric Moo (巫启贤) : from peak to peak -- Quote -- Awards -- Discography -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Male singers--Singapore--Biography|Composers--Singapore--Biography|Lyricists--Singapore--Biography|Wu, Qixian (Singer)--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Singers {18337186}|Songwriters {18337502}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":24,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=07934fbe-c7ba-45d5-aed3-b893ed424dc2","identifier_uuid":"07934fbe-c7ba-45d5-aed3-b893ed424dc2","title":"Lim Chor Pee","alternative":"NA","creator":"Adlina Maulod","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"9/2/2009 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Lim Chor Pee (b. 1936, Penang, Malaysia–d. 5 December 2006, Singapore) was an established lawyer and a pioneer playwright in Singapore. He was among the first batch of playwrights in the 1960s who planted the seeds of local English-language theatre in Singapore. His plays Mimi Fan (1962) and A White Rose at Midnight (1964) catapulted him to national fame. Mimi Fan is considered Singapore’s first English-language play. A well-known litigator, Lim handled numerous high-profile cases. He died of lung cancer in December 2006.","table_of_contents":"[Lim Chor Pee] -- Early life -- Contributions to local theatre -- Family -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Lawyers--Singapore--Biography|Singaporean drama (English)","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Theatre {18336171}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":25,"identifier_uri":"NA","identifier_uuid":"0817f930-13df-4ae1-9c72-b963ee24f5fa","title":"Old man Yip : photography master in slippers","alternative":"NA","creator":"Tan, Kevin Y L","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2006-04","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"Article published in BiblioAsia, v. 2, issue 1 (Apr. 2006), p. 12-15.","abstract":"This feature article is about the National Library 's joint staging with the Singapore Heritage Society of what is possibly the largest photography retrospective of a single photographer. The subject of the exhibition is Yip Cheong Fun (1903–1989), more popularly known to his compatriots and fellow lensmen as “Old Man Yip”. It contains a write-up on his life, business ventures and life-long love affair with the photographic arts. Some of his photographs are included.","table_of_contents":"Life in Chinatown -- Latecomer to photography -- Master Yip -- Yip Cheong Fun (1903–1989) -- The master wears slippers -- The man and his machines -- Further reading.","subject_lcsh":"Yip, Cheong Fun, 1903-1989|Photography--Exhibitions","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Photography {18337306}|Events {18455339}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia {16180172}|NLB Collections>>Index to Singapore Information {16145204}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2006.","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":26,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=0822cea4-bb5b-4bee-a3ce-f63ab99879e2","identifier_uuid":"0822cea4-bb5b-4bee-a3ce-f63ab99879e2","title":"Arumugam Ponnu Rajah","alternative":"A.P. Rajah","creator":"Chia, Joshua Yeong Jia","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"28/6/2006 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Arumugam Ponnu Rajah (b. 7 July 1911, Port Dickson, Malaya – d. 28 September 1999, Singapore), better known as A. P. Rajah, was Singapore’s first High Commissioner to Britain. He was also the first Supreme Court judge to remain on the Bench after turning 70.","table_of_contents":"[Arumugam Ponnu Rajah] -- Early life -- Career -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Judges--Singapore|Ambassadors--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Politicians {18337244}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":27,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=0879bef3-2f24-4174-b889-eefc6001cdbe","identifier_uuid":"0879bef3-2f24-4174-b889-eefc6001cdbe","title":"Lim Cheng Hoe","alternative":"NA","creator":"Tan, Kaylene","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"23/1/2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Lim Cheng Hoe (b. 24 May 1912, Xiamen, China–d. 3 September 1979, Singapore) was a pioneering watercolourist in Singapore and one of the founders of the Singapore Watercolour Society. Unlike some of his contemporaries from the Nanyang group who were educated in Chinese art and aesthetics, Lim was Western educated and essentially a self-taught artist. His watercolour techniques and style had a great influence on the development of many artists in Singapore.","table_of_contents":"[Lim Cheng Hoe] -- Education --Career -- The Sunday Group -- Exhibitions -- Major works -- Achievements -- Family -- Death -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Lin, Qinghe, 1912-1979|Watercolor painting, Singaporean|Singapore Watercolour Society","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Arts {18336109}|Watercolour painting {18337476}|Painters (Art) {18337202}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":28,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=0a2addb8-54d3-4fc5-a3cf-ace2f76fd9bc","identifier_uuid":"0a2addb8-54d3-4fc5-a3cf-ace2f76fd9bc","title":"William Lim Siew Wai","alternative":"NA","creator":"Zhuang, Justin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Editor:Han, Jamie|Editor:Lim, Fiona","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"31/3/2016","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"William Lim Siew Wai (b. 19 July 1932, Hong Kong– d. 6 January 2023) was an architect, urban theorist and activist. The Singapore citizen was involved in the design of many iconic buildings in the country, including the former Singapore Conference Hall and Trade Union House (now known as the Singapore Conference Hall) and the People’s Park Complex. Lim also wrote and edited numerous publications, lectured around the world, and participated in various platforms on architecture and urbanism in Asia. To champion issues on urban development and conservation, Lim cofounded non-governmental organisations such as the Singapore Planning Urban and Research Group and the Singapore Heritage Society. He also contributed to Singapore’s arts and culture through personal financial donations.","table_of_contents":"[William Lim Siew Wai] -- Early life and education -- Architecture career -- Urban theorist -- Urban activist -- Contribution to the arts and culture -- Family -- Architecture career -- Selected works -- Selected awards and honours -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Architects--Singapore|Lim, William Siew Wai, 1932-2023","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Arts {18336109}|Heritage and Culture {18336130}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":29,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=0a85ef4d-0121-4158-a820-fc9dd2674a7d","identifier_uuid":"0a85ef4d-0121-4158-a820-fc9dd2674a7d","title":"Subhas Anandan","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chew, Valerie","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"9/2/2010","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Subhas Anandan (b. 1947, Kerala, India–d. 7 January 2015, Singapore) was a prominent criminal defence lawyer in Singapore. He took on numerous high-profile cases, including that of “One-Eyed Dragon” Tan Chor Jin, and the kidney trading case involving retail tycoon Tang Wee Sung. Besides being a senior partner at RHTLaw Taylor Wessing, he was also a founding member and the first president of the Association of Criminal Lawyers of Singapore (ACLS). Outside the legal arena, Anandan was the president of Cuesports Singapore, an association for billiards.","table_of_contents":"[Subhas Anandan] -- Early life -- Career -- Personal life -- Family -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Lawyers--Singapore--Biography|Anandan, Subhas, 1947-2015","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. 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He is known for his shots of Singapore as a newly developing city from the 1950s to the 1980s. His subject matter include the Singapore River and samsui women. In 2007, Kouo’s family donated a number of his works and his Zeiss Ikon camera to the National Library Board, and these are currently exhibited at the Donors Gallery in the National Library Building. The donation grants the library access to about 7,000 items from Kouo’s collection of photographs, slides and artefacts.","table_of_contents":"[Kouo Shang Wei] -- Accomplishments - Awards -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Photographers--Singapore--Biography|Award winners--Singapore--Biography|Kouo, Shang Wei, 1924-1988","subject_singheritage":"Artists {18336115}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":44,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=0f964e7f-5382-416b-932b-3da4151f20e3","identifier_uuid":"0f964e7f-5382-416b-932b-3da4151f20e3","title":"Georgette Chen","alternative":"Chang Li Ying","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Tan, Bonny","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"18/11/2002","has_part_uuid":"1c29dffb-4d1a-4a80-a944-e38b9be8e105","description":"NA","abstract":"Georgette Chen Li Ying, born Chang Li Ying (b. 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They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":45,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=0fb9f6fc-c1fc-4829-9b3d-a8f0e578f77c","identifier_uuid":"0fb9f6fc-c1fc-4829-9b3d-a8f0e578f77c","title":"Society of Chinese Artists","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"12/12/2018","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"The Society of Chinese Artists (SOCA) was established in 1935. It is one of the earliest art associations in Singapore, alongside the Singapore Art Club (新加坡美术俱乐部, established in around 1882) and Commercial Art Institute (新加坡美术广告研究会, established in 1937). SOCA’s main objectives are to promote and cultivate art, and to nurture young artists. It holds art exhibitions by both local and overseas artists regularly.  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They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":46,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=1052a62e-b2e7-441c-9e9c-32ca4be282a9","identifier_uuid":"1052a62e-b2e7-441c-9e9c-32ca4be282a9","title":"Choo Hoey : “maestro among the cognoscenti”","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Choo Hoey was the resident conductor and music director of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) for 17 years from 1978 to 1996. From the 1950s to the 1970s, Choo had a successful conducting career in Europe. He returned to Singapore in the late 1970s to help set up and lead the SSO. He remains conductor emeritus at SSO and still performs in Singapore, Europe and China.","table_of_contents":"From violinist to conductor -- Coming back to Singapore -- A man of controversy -- Stepping down from SSO -- Quote -- Awards -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Zhu, Hui, 1934- --Biography|Conductors (Music)--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Cultural Medallion Recipients (Music) {18486634}|Conductors (Music) {18337992}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All rights reserved. National Library Board Singapore, 2014.","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":47,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=108bc9aa-3903-40c7-ad4a-c345c99d04d0","identifier_uuid":"108bc9aa-3903-40c7-ad4a-c345c99d04d0","title":"Philip Jackson","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"Cornelius, Vernon {18486743}","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Tan, Bonny","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"28/5/1998","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Lieutenant Philip Jackson (b. 24 September 1802, Durham, England–d. 1879) was an officer in the Bengal Regiment Artillery, and served as assistant engineer, executive officer and surveyor of public lands in colonial Singapore. An accomplished surveyor and draughtsman, Jackson produced a number of important maps, including one of the earliest maps of the town of Singapore and the earliest known drawing of Singapore – Plan of the Town of Singapore. He was also the first architect of the Singapore Institution (the precursor of Raffles Institution) building.","table_of_contents":"[Philip Jackson] -- Early life -- Career -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Colonial administrators--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Colonial administrators {18336119}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":48,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=11390478-857e-42de-a177-a41023726846","identifier_uuid":"11390478-857e-42de-a177-a41023726846","title":"Maurice Baker","alternative":"NA","creator":"Sathisan, Dinesh","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Lim, Irene","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"28/6/2009","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Maurice Baker (b. 24 March 1920, Alor Star, Kedah, Malaya–d. 11 July 2017, Singapore) was an academic and one of Singapore’s first-generation diplomats. He served variously as Singapore’s ambassador to India, Nepal, Malaysia and the Philippines.","table_of_contents":"[Maurice Baker] -- Early life -- Education -- Academic and diplomatic career -- Family -- Diplomatic career -- Awards and honours -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Baker, Maurice, 1920-|Diplomats--Singapore--Biography|Ambassadors--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Politicians {18337244}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":49,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=11d3e006-d6bf-4480-b6c6-25c6f1d5f045","identifier_uuid":"11d3e006-d6bf-4480-b6c6-25c6f1d5f045","title":"Tanya Chua : singer-songwriter","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2013","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Tanya Chua is a critically acclaimed Singapore singer-songwriter who emerged on the singing scene in the late 1990s. Bilingual in English and Mandarin, Chua gained much critical success mainly in Taiwan for not just her singing, but also for her songwriting abilities. She is the only Singaporean singer to win the Best Female Artiste thrice in Taiwan’s Golden Melody Awards.","table_of_contents":"An accidental musician -- Releasing albums -- A rocky road -- Critical success -- A graduation and beyond -- Still a Singaporean -- Quote -- Albums -- Concerts -- Selected awards -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Cai, Jianya, 1975- --Biography|Women singers--Singapore--Biography|Composers--Singapore--Biography|Lyricists--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Singers {18337186}|Songwriters {18337502}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All rights reserved. National Library Board Singapore, 2013.","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":50,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=131f3f7f-47ba-42ed-ab4c-5ca5ce8fc79d","identifier_uuid":"131f3f7f-47ba-42ed-ab4c-5ca5ce8fc79d","title":"Jonas Daniel Vaughan","alternative":"NA","creator":"Sutherland, Duncan","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Tan, Joanna Hwang Soo","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2/8/2011","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Jonas Daniel Vaughan (b. 27 June 1825–d. 17 October 1891, at sea) was a sailor, public official and prominent lawyer in colonial Singapore. He contributed to many community organisations and activities, promoted scientific observation, wrote on local history and native culture, and edited The Singapore Free Press.","table_of_contents":"[Jonas Daniel Vaughan] -- Professional life -- Community involvement -- Death -- Family -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Colonial administrators--Singapore--Biography|Lawyers--Singapore--Biography|Periodical editors--Singapore--Biography|Vaughan, J. D. (Jonas Daniel), 1825-1891","subject_singheritage":"Colonial administrators {18336119}|Community leaders {18486764}|Writers {18337178}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":51,"identifier_uri":"NA","identifier_uuid":"136c7fd4-f662-493e-a892-568ea804670c","title":"Lee Kong Chian research fellow : Dr Mahani Binti Awang : avid believer of peace and justice","alternative":"NA","creator":"Mahani Binti Awang","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2009-10","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"Article published in BiblioAsia, v. 5, issue 3 (Oct. 2009), p. 46.","abstract":"This news report contains a profile of Dr Mahani Binti Awang who was awarded the Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship by Ms Ngian Lek Choh, Director, National Library, at a signing ceremony held on 29 July 2009. The Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship invites researchers and scholars both in and outside Singapore to undertake collection related research and publish on the National Library prized collections.","table_of_contents":"NA","subject_lcsh":"Biography|Research grants--Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia|NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia {16180172}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2009.","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":52,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=138c9ec0-e8b2-41ee-a001-fd2f6afad878","identifier_uuid":"138c9ec0-e8b2-41ee-a001-fd2f6afad878","title":"Tham Yew Chin (You Jin)","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chor, Poh Chin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"10/3/2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Tham Yew Chin (b. 1950, Ipoh, Malaya–), better known by her pseudonym You Jin, is a well-known local Chinese language writer. A prolific writer, Tham has written numerous short stories, novels, travelogues, essays and opinion pieces, some of which have been translated to other languages. Her works have been published not only in Singapore, but also in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Malaysia. For her contributions to the literary scene, she was awarded the Cultural Medallion for Literature in 2009.","table_of_contents":"[Tham Yew Chin (You Jin)] -- Early life and career -- Writing career -- Stylistic conventions -- Family -- Awards --References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"You, Jin, 1950-|Authors, Chinese--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Arts {18336109}|Chinese writers {18337544}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":53,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=13caf66a-a8ce-4b0d-94af-281381dfed05","identifier_uuid":"13caf66a-a8ce-4b0d-94af-281381dfed05","title":"Chan Heng Chee","alternative":"NA","creator":"Foo, Terence","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"NA","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"22/5/2013","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Chan Heng Chee (b. 19 April 1942, Singapore–) is a distinguished academic who has served in a number of key diplomatic positions for Singapore, including ambassador to the United States from 1996 to 2012. In addition, she has held academic appointments in local and overseas universities, think-tanks and research institutes. She is also widely published on sociopolitical issues in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Chan has received many awards and accolades in recognition of her academic achievements and contributions to Singapore.","table_of_contents":"[Chan Heng Chee] -- Early life and education -- Academic career -- Diplomatic career -- Singapore International Foundation -- Post-diplomatic career -- Family -- Awards and accolades -- Membership in foreign, regional and global think-tanks or dialogue groups -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Diplomatic and consular service--Singapore--Biography|Chan, Heng Chee","subject_singheritage":"Ambassadors {18337730}|Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":54,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=13e8aa47-6454-4e48-8bf5-4ab559a552de","identifier_uuid":"13e8aa47-6454-4e48-8bf5-4ab559a552de","title":"Lee Chiaw Meng","alternative":"NA","creator":"Koh, Lay Tin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Pak, Peter Yew Guan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2/11/2001","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Lee Chiaw Meng (李昭铭) (Dr) (b. 28 February 1937, Singapore–d. 23 May 2001, Singapore) served as the member of Parliament (MP) for Farrer Park (1968–80) and then for Tanah Merah (1980–84), minister for education (1972–75) and minister for science and technology (1975–76).","table_of_contents":"[Lee Chiaw Meng] -- Education -- Political career -- Appointments -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Politicians--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Politicians {18337244}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":55,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=1492e1e6-ef18-4703-8b31-e70b3cc85e93","identifier_uuid":"1492e1e6-ef18-4703-8b31-e70b3cc85e93","title":"Li Wei Song & Li Si Song : Singapore’s musical twins","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Twin brothers Paul Li Wei Song (李伟菘) and Peter Li Si Song (李偲菘) are two of Singapore’s most prolific songwriters and producers. The pair first made their names in penning memorable tunes for local Singapore Broadcasting Corporation Chinese drama serials. After a short stint as singer-songwriters, both retreated behind the scenes to focus on songwriting and production. They have written songs and produced albums for stars such as Jacky Cheung, Sandy Lam, Stefanie Sun and Gigi Leung.","table_of_contents":"Starting out -- From singing to songwriting -- Professional development -- Quote -- Albums -- Concert -- Awards (selected) -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Male singers--Singapore--Biography|Composers--Singapore--Biography|Lyricists--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Singers {18337186}|Songwriters {18337502}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All rights reserved. National Library Board Singapore, 2014.","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":56,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=14bb1998-8bf2-4fc2-b7c1-9f70e2c55c51","identifier_uuid":"14bb1998-8bf2-4fc2-b7c1-9f70e2c55c51","title":"Jack Neo","alternative":"NA","creator":"Hong, Xinying","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Heng, Hock Mei","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"31/12/2009","has_part_uuid":"4e0cbbb4-8bd8-4a3f-b38a-af87db66c9b7|8e988007-5744-452f-a15a-3a53f7790117","description":"NA","abstract":"Neo Chee Keong (b. 1960, Singapore–), popularly known as Jack Neo, is an actor, emcee and filmmaker. He was awarded the Cultural Medallion in 2005 for his achievements in filmmaking. One of Neo’s early films, Money No Enough (1998), is one of Singapore’s highest grossing local films, receiving S$5.8 million in box-office takings.","table_of_contents":"[Jack Neo] -- Early life -- Television career -- Filmmaking career -- Awards -- Filmography -- Family -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Neo, Jack, 1960-|Motion picture producers and directors--Singapore--Biography|Award winners--Singapore--Biography|Actors--Singapore--Biography|Masters of ceremonies--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Award winners {18486628}|Cultural Medallion Recipients (Film) {18486629}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>NORA {10120}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":57,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=14fe3ea2-edfb-4242-a8c8-96d82c953664","identifier_uuid":"14fe3ea2-edfb-4242-a8c8-96d82c953664","title":"Ang Peng Siong","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2/6/2009","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Ang Peng Siong (b. 27 October 1962, Singapore - ), a competitive swimmer from 1977 to 1993, was ranked world's No.1 in 1982 when he clocked a time of 22.69s in the 50m freestyle at the US Nationals. That record which he set for the 50m freestyle remains the national record till this day.","table_of_contents":"[Ang Peng Siong] -- Early life -- Competitive swimming career -- Retirement from swimming -- Awards -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Ang Peng Siong, 1962-|Swimmers--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Sports and games {18336157}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"All Collections>>LKCRL Collections>>Singapore & Southeast Asian Collections>>Singapore Pages|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":58,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=154d02c7-af38-4c69-be9c-e3a8e7ece2ad","identifier_uuid":"154d02c7-af38-4c69-be9c-e3a8e7ece2ad","title":"Hsu Tse Kwang","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chua, Alvin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Ong, Eng Chuan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"6/7/2009","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Hsu Tse Kwang (b. 9 January 1929, Singapore –d. 1 December 1999, Singapore) served as Singapore’s tax commissioner for 21 years, earning him the nickname “Mr Taxman”. He also played a prominent role in the labour movement as well as the corporate and sports sectors.","table_of_contents":"[Hsu Tse Kwang] -- Education and early career -- Involvement with the labour movement -- Civil service - Corporate sector -- Contribution to local sports -- Ambassadorships -- Death -- Awards -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Government executives--Singapore--Biography|Award winners--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":59,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=15768685-d529-4ed7-b9f7-c888928569a8","identifier_uuid":"15768685-d529-4ed7-b9f7-c888928569a8","title":"Goh Lay Kuan","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chor, Poh Chin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"28/2/2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Goh Lay Kuan (b. 1939, Sumatra, Indonesia–) is a pioneer dancer, choreographer and dance teacher. She has nurtured generations of young artists, and is an advocate of arts education for the young and the physically handicapped. She co-founded the Singapore Performance Arts School (SPAS) with her husband, the late Singapore theatre pioneer Kuo Pao Kun. Goh served as the school’s principal, dance teacher and choreographer, overseeing its evolution into The Theatre Practice (TPE). For her contributions to the dance scene in Singapore, Goh was awarded the Cultural Medallion for Dance in 1995.","table_of_contents":"[Goh Lay Kuan] -- Early life and career -- Artistic career -- Stylistic conventions -- Family -- Awards -- List of selected works -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Goh, Lay Kuan, 1939-|Dancers--Singapore|Choreographers--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Arts {18336109}|Performing arts {18336117}|Dancers {18337172}|Choreographers {18337173}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":60,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=16253a97-1e8e-4b58-b34c-8d277da3d751","identifier_uuid":"16253a97-1e8e-4b58-b34c-8d277da3d751","title":"E. J. H. Corner","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"4/4/2013","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Edred John Henry Corner (b. 12 January 1906, London, England–d. 14 September 1996, Great Shelford, England) was a renowned botanist and Assistant Director of the Singapore Botanic Gardens from 1929 to 1945. His extensive knowledge and research on fungi earned him international acclaim. Corner protected the Gardens and Raffles Museum from looters during the Japanese Occupation of Singapore (1942–1945) and did much to advance understanding of tropical botany through his exhaustive fieldwork. His landmark book Wayside Trees of Malaya is considered a classic and has gone through three editions.","table_of_contents":"[E.J.H. Corner] -- Education -- Fieldwork in Singapore and Malaya -- Conservation -- Protecting scholarship in wartime -- Post-Singapore -- Legacies and tributes -- Family -- Awards and honours -- Publications -- References -- Further readings.","subject_lcsh":"Corner, E. J. H. 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They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":61,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=167f1595-83ac-4812-89db-71658dc9865f","identifier_uuid":"167f1595-83ac-4812-89db-71658dc9865f","title":"Tony Tan Keng Yam","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chua, Alvin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"13/10/2011","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Tony Tan Keng Yam (Dr) (b. 7 February 1940, Singapore–) was the seventh president of Singapore (2011–17). After a career in banking, he entered into politics in 1979 and served as a minister in the cabinet, holding at various times the portfolios of education, defence, finance, health, and trade and industry. Tan was the deputy prime minister when he retired from politics in 2005. He then became executive director and deputy chairman of the Government Investment Corporation (GIC), before resigning to contest the 2011 presidential election.","table_of_contents":"[Tony Tan Keng Yam] -- Education and early years -- Corporate career -- Entry into politics -- Time at the Ministry of Education -- Economic and other portfolios -- Departure and return to Cabinet -- Retirement from Cabinet -- Election to Presidency -- Career timeline -- Awards -- Family -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Tan, Tony Keng Yam, 1940-|Presidents--Singapore--Biography|Politicians--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Politicians {18337244}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":62,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=16b5ac02-1b38-4f9a-af00-788859dda380","identifier_uuid":"16b5ac02-1b38-4f9a-af00-788859dda380","title":"Chen Chong Swee","alternative":"NA","creator":"Tan, Kaylene","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"22/1/2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Chen Chong Swee (b. 6 November 1910, Chenghai County, Guangdong Province, China—d. 15 February 1985, Singapore), also known as Chen Kai, was a painter, educator, writer and critic. Chen belonged to the pioneering group of artists of the Nanyang style. His contemporaries included Liu Kang, Georgette Chen, Cheong Soo Pieng and Chen Wen Hsi. The Nanyang artists combined Western art influences with Asian sensibilities to explore their Southeast Asian identity. Chen’s contributions to the local fine art scene has made him one of the most respected and admired first-generation artists of Singapore.","table_of_contents":"[Chen Chong Swee] -- Education -- Career -- Exhibitions -- Controversy -- Achievements -- Major works -- Family -- Death -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Chen, Zongrui, 1910-1985|Painting, Singaporean|Artists","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Arts {18336109}|Painters (Art) {18337202}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":63,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=16e19ed3-aecf-47ea-8bd3-998e4339ccd3","identifier_uuid":"16e19ed3-aecf-47ea-8bd3-998e4339ccd3","title":"Boh Chit Hee (莫泽熙) : from music to bonsai","alternative":"莫泽熙","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"8/2/2010 8:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"Although Boh Chit Hee was more associated with bonsai art in the later years of his life, few knew of his close involvement with the local Chinese instrumental music scene in the 1950s and 1960s.","abstract":"NA","table_of_contents":"Boh Chit Hee (莫泽熙) : from music to bonsai -- Quote -- Discography -- List of works -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Composers--Singapore--Biography|Orchestral music--Chinese","subject_singheritage":"Composers {18337175}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":64,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=177e9966-d849-4173-89fc-5bca8c77da32","identifier_uuid":"177e9966-d849-4173-89fc-5bca8c77da32","title":"Haresh Sharma","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Nor-Afidah Abd Rahman|Ong, Eng Chuan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"3/10/2007 0:00","has_part_uuid":"09aa32a6-5c2e-4f95-8b1f-c78470ba6c4f","description":"NA","abstract":"Haresh Sharma (b. 1965, Singapore–) is the resident playwright of The Necessary Stage, Singapore. A critically-acclaimed playwright known for his socially-conscious plays, he has written more than 100 plays that have been staged in Singapore and abroad, such as Berlin, Busan, Germany, Melbourne as well as Birmingham and London in the UK. He won the 1993 Singapore Literature Prize for his play Still Building. In 1997, he was conferred the Young Artist Award by the National Arts Council for his literary contributions. In 2014, he won the regional S.E.A. Write award for Singapore. In recognition of his contributions to the arts in Singapore, the National Arts Council presented him with the Cultural Medallion Award in 2015.","table_of_contents":"[Haresh Sharma] -- Early life -- Career as a full-time playwright -- Writings -- Achievements -- Education -- Awards -- Works -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Dramatists--Biography|Award winners--Singapore--Biography|Sharma, Haresh","subject_singheritage":"Writers {18337178}|Drama {18486984}|Cultural Medallion Recipients (Literature) {18486633}|Award winners {18486628}|Playwrights {18337557}|English theatre (Art) {18487020}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>NORA","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":65,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=17c74c2c-d8cb-4906-937a-816c6eafa569","identifier_uuid":"17c74c2c-d8cb-4906-937a-816c6eafa569","title":"Foong Choon Hon","alternative":"NA","creator":"Loh Pei Ying","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"14/6/2013","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Foong Choon Hon (b. 1928, Perak, Malaysia–d. 30 March 2009, Singapore) was a prominent local radio artist, journalist, editor and cultural activist. In his lifetime, Foong conducted several famous interviews significant to Singapore’s history. He also contributed widely as a historical documenter and cultural activist for the Chinese community in Singapore. His landmark works include The Price of Peace (1995) and Eternal Vigilance: The Price of Freedom (1999), both of which were compilations of oral histories regarding the Japanese Occupation.","table_of_contents":"[Foong Choon Hon] -- Early life -- Broadcasting career -- Journalism career -- Cultural and historical work -- Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall -- Death -- Family -- Author -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Foong, Choon Hon","subject_singheritage":"History {18336104}|Artists {18336115}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2013.","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":66,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=17c9227b-e74e-4abd-b89e-89dd64abe842","identifier_uuid":"17c9227b-e74e-4abd-b89e-89dd64abe842","title":"Eu Tong Sen","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chow, Alex","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"15/9/2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Eu Tong Sen (b. 23 July 1877, Penang, Malaya –d. 11 May 1941, Hong Kong ) was a businessman and philanthropist who established his fortune in Malaya, and subsequently Hong Kong and southern China. The foundation of his business empire was established through tin mining and rubber plantations. These later expanded to cover a wide number of other business activities, but today he is most famously known for the Eu Yan Sang chain of medicinal shops. As an influential member and leader of his community, Eu was engaged in many social issues, donating to causes such as education and being a leader of the Anti-Opium Movement during the early 1900s.","table_of_contents":"Eu Tong Sen] -- Early life and foundation of family business -- Business career -- Political and social activities, personal life -- Construction projects -- Death and dissolution of business empire -- Family -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Eu Tong Sen, 1877-1941|Businessmen--Singapore--Biography|Philanthropists--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Community leaders {18486764}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":67,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=17d0b33b-8b3d-48ab-92dd-c0a16cf766ac","identifier_uuid":"17d0b33b-8b3d-48ab-92dd-c0a16cf766ac","title":"Hedwig Anuar","alternative":"NA","creator":"Zaubidah Mohamed","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Anasuya Balamurugan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"9/10/2002","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Hedwig Elizabeth Anuar née Aroozoo (b. 19 November 1928, Johor Bahru, Malaysia–) was the director of the National Library of Singapore from 1965 until her retirement in 1988. She has contributed a great deal in promoting, developing and shaping libraries in Singapore. Under her directorship, the National Library made tremendous progress, expanding the network of libraries and increasing its membership. Anuar is also a founding member of the National Book Development Council of Singapore (NBDCS) and the Association of Women for Action and Research (AWARE).","table_of_contents":"[Hedwig Anuar] -- Early life and education -- Career and contributions -- Retirement and other activities -- Timeline -- Awards -- Family -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Library directors--Singapore--Biography|National libraries--Singapore--Biography|Anuar, Hedwig","subject_singheritage":"Community leaders {18486764}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":68,"identifier_uri":"NA","identifier_uuid":"17FDD11E-9EC8-479C-84B7-2D770B294427","title":"Singapore Literary Pioneers Gallery","alternative":"NA","creator":"Low, Eunice","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2005-11","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"Article published in BiblioAsia, v. 1, issue 1 (Nov. 2005), p. 25.","abstract":"As part of the efforts to preserve the nation’s literary heritage, the National Library Board launched the Singapore Literary Pioneers Gallery at the Lee Kong Chian\r\nReference Library. This project seeks to create a greater awareness of Singapore literature amongst the library’s users and to give recognition to these writers. The permanent exhibition area displays books, letters, photographs and portraits of the writers, personal items related to writing and authorship such as pens, typewriters and notepads, the original manuscripts of their works, calligraphic works, literary awards and trophies.","table_of_contents":"NA","subject_lcsh":"Authors, Singaporean--Singapore|Library exhibits--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Cultural Medallion Recipients (Literature) {18486633}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia|NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia {16180172}|NLB Collections>>Index to Singapore Information {16145204}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2005.","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":69,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=18078256-1e32-4f97-b776-c6dc62bdb7b2","identifier_uuid":"18078256-1e32-4f97-b776-c6dc62bdb7b2","title":"Hon Sui Sen","alternative":"NA","creator":"Sim, Cheryl","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Editor:Lim, Fiona","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"29/3/2016","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Benedict Hon Sui Sen (b. 16 April 1916, Balik Pulau, Penang–d. 14 October 1983, Singapore), widely known as Hon Sui Sen, was the first chairman of the Economic Development Board (EDB; 1961–68), and the first chairman and president of the Development Bank of Singapore (DBS; 1968–70). One of the pioneers responsible for the economic development of post-independence Singapore, Hon played an instrumental role in Singapore’s industrial and financial market developments during his 44 years of service in the public sector – first as a civil servant and then cabinet minister. Hon entered politics after being persuaded by then Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew and was subsequently elected unopposed as the member of Parliament (MP) for the Havelock constituency during a by-election in 1970. Later that year, he was appointed minister for finance – a position he held for over 13 years, making him one of the longest-serving finance ministers in the world.","table_of_contents":"[Hon Sui Sen] -- Early life and education -- Career in civil service and quasi -government organisations -- Political career -- Key contributions -- Awards -- Family -- Death -- Key appointments -- Awards and honours -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Hon Sui Sen, 1916-1983|Politicians--Singapore--Biography|Finance ministers--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Politicians {18337244}|Community leaders {18486764}|Personalities {18336114}|Politics and Government {18336134}|Economy {18486515}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":70,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=182463ee-0e0d-4b85-97e2-4693fedf90f5","identifier_uuid":"182463ee-0e0d-4b85-97e2-4693fedf90f5","title":"Olivia Mariamne Raffles","alternative":"NA","creator":"Tan, Bonny","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"17/4/1999 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Olivia Mariamne Raffles née Devenish (b. 16 February 1771, India–d. 26 November 1814, Buitenzorg, Batavia, Dutch East Indies) was the first wife of Thomas Stamford Raffles. She met Raffles in London around 1804 when the latter was a clerk in the Secretary’s Office of the East India Company. The couple married on 14 March 1805 in London. Soon after, they left for Penang (then known as Prince of Wales Island), following Raffles’s appointment as assistant secretary in the government of Penang.","table_of_contents":"[Olivia Mariamne Raffles] -- Early life -- Marriage to Raffles -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Raffles, Olivia Mariamne, 1771-1814|Colonial administrators' spouses--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Colonial administrators {18336119}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":71,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1899d5f2-17a7-4137-a3e8-1701352536b8","identifier_uuid":"1899d5f2-17a7-4137-a3e8-1701352536b8","title":"Chao Tzee Cheng","alternative":"NA","creator":"But, Kitty","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Tan, Bonny","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"15/8/2002","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Professor Chao Tzee Cheng (b. 22 September 1934, Hong Kong – d. 21 February 2000, New York) was a renowned forensic pathologist who raised Singapore’s level of professionalism in this area. Internationally recognised for his skills in forensic pathology and locally respected for solving notorious crimes, Professor Chao was also well regarded because of his humour and humility.","table_of_contents":"[Chao Tzee Cheng] -- Early life -- Career -- Awards -- Publications -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Forensic pathologists--Singapore--Biography|Chao, Tzee Cheng","subject_singheritage":"Community leaders {18486764}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":72,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=18b892a1-9b32-4f8c-a72a-6ad72122bdd4","identifier_uuid":"18b892a1-9b32-4f8c-a72a-6ad72122bdd4","title":"Lim Bo Seng","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Tan, Bonny","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"17/4/1999","has_part_uuid":"55623304-7304-40e2-9a8e-b9eab9ac5799","description":"NA","abstract":"Lim Bo Seng (Major-General) (b. 27 April 1909, Nan’an, Fujian, China–d. 29 June 1944, Batu Gajah, Perak, Malaya) was a prominent Hokkien businessman who undertook active leadership in anti-Japanese activities during World War II. He is recognised as a local war hero in Singapore.","table_of_contents":"[Lim Bo Seng] -- Early life -- Role during World War II -- Lim Bo Seng Memorial -- Timeline -- Authors -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Lim, Bo Seng, 1909-1944|Heroes--Singapore--Biography|Singapore--History--Japanese occupation, 1942-1945","subject_singheritage":"War personalities {18336124}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":73,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=18de041e-492a-4029-b76f-382523aaa832","identifier_uuid":"18de041e-492a-4029-b76f-382523aaa832","title":"R. A. Hamid","alternative":"NA","creator":"Nor Afidah Abd Rahman","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"9/3/2016","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"R. A. Hamid (b. 1922/23, Kerala, India–d. 9 February 1982, Singapore) was a union activist noted for championing issues concerning seamen’s welfare. During the labour unrests of the 1960s, he participated in settling the dispute between the Singapore Harbour Board and the Singapore Harbour Board Staff Association over wages for the harbour workers. As president of the Singapore Organisation of Seamen in the 1970s and early ’80s, Hamid successfully negotiated for wage reforms for seamen, concluded collective agreements with various shipowners concerning the working conditions of seamen, and rallied the region’s maritime unions to fight against the discrimination of Asian seamen by the International Transport Workers’ Federation.","table_of_contents":"[R. A. Hamid] -- Early involvement in union activities -- Champion of Singapore seafarers -- Death -- Awards and appointments -- Posthumous tributes -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Labor union members--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Economy {18486515}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":74,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=18ef99fc-8dad-43a1-bcfa-7f277fce16b9","identifier_uuid":"18ef99fc-8dad-43a1-bcfa-7f277fce16b9","title":"Iskandar Mirza Ismail","alternative":"NA","creator":"Koh, Angeline","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"10/1/2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Iskandar Mirza Ismail (b. 23 July 1956, Singapore–d. 1 November 2014, Singapore) is a prominent figure in Singapore’s music scene. A multitalented and versatile musician, Iskandar has worked as a composer, arranger, conductor, music director, recording producer, performer and educator in his long career. In 2008, he was awarded the Cultural Medallion for Music in recognition of his contributions to the local music scene.","table_of_contents":"[Iskandar Mirza Ismail] -- Early years and education -- Artistic career -- Accomplishments -- Death -- Family -- Education -- Awards --National Day Parades -- Musicals -- International works -- References","subject_lcsh":"Iskandar Mirza Ismail, 1956-2014|Composers--Singapore|Musicians--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Arts {18336109}|Composers {18337175}|Musicians {18337174}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. 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They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":76,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=197ba2c8-01a9-4068-9482-bdf074922905","identifier_uuid":"197ba2c8-01a9-4068-9482-bdf074922905","title":"Robert Black","alternative":"NA","creator":"Sutherland, Duncan","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Ong, Eng Chuan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"25/6/2010","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Robert Brown Black (Sir) (b. 3 June 1906, Edinburgh, Scotland–d. 29 October 1999, Reading, England), also known as Robin, was the governor and commander-in-chief of Singapore from 1955 to 1957. An early dispute with the chief minister led to the governor’s powers being curbed, but during his term of governance Black handled a stormy political situation with equanimity and patience, helping to ensure that Singapore was more stable when he left and ready for self-government.","table_of_contents":"[Sir Robert Black] -- Education and early career -- Governor of Singapore. Early constitutional dispute. 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They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":78,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1a0dced9-8eae-486c-8320-140dd0ad15b3","identifier_uuid":"1a0dced9-8eae-486c-8320-140dd0ad15b3","title":"S. Rajaratnam","alternative":"NA","creator":"Tien, Mui Mun","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Sitragandi Arunasalam","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"6/10/2002","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Sinnathamby Rajaratnam (b. 25 February 1915, Jaffna, Sri Lanka–d. 22 February 2006, Singapore), better known as S. Rajaratnam, was a former journalist, co-founder of the People's Action Party (PAP), first minister for foreign affairs in post-independence Singapore, a member of parliament for the Kampong Glam constituency and former minister for labour and culture. He was the second deputy prime minister in 1980 until he stepped down in 1985 and became a senior minister. Rajaratnam was one of the pioneer leaders who helped to shape Singapore’s development.","table_of_contents":"[S. Rajaratnam] -- Early life -- Political career -- Other offices held -- Legacy -- Timeline -- Awards -- Publications -- Family -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Cabinet officers--Singapore--Biography|Politicians--Singapore--Biography|Rajaratnam, S. 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She published a collection of short stories, The Newspaper Editor and Other Stories, in 1981.","table_of_contents":"[Rebecca Chua] -- Early life -- Literary career -- Literary style -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Women authors, Singaporean--Biography|Women poets--Biography|Award winners--Singapore--Biography|Chua, Rebecca","subject_singheritage":"Writers {18337178}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":81,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1b146f82-765d-45c0-a51c-998a10e3b392","identifier_uuid":"1b146f82-765d-45c0-a51c-998a10e3b392","title":"Richard Hu Tse Tau","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Heng, Hock Mei","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"30/8/2009","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Richard Hu Tsu Tau (Dr) (b. 30 October 1926–d. 8 September 2023) was a former politician who held several key ministerial positions, most notably as the minister for finance. Hu presented 16 budgets to Parliament during his term as finance minister. After retiring from politics in 2001, he took up key corporate positions.","table_of_contents":"[Richard Hu Tse Tau] -- Education and early career -- Political career -- Retirement from politicss -- Family -- Author -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Finance ministers--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":82,"identifier_uri":"https://biblioasia.nlb.gov.sg/vol-12/issue-4/jan-mar-2017/beneath-glitz-glamour","identifier_uuid":"1b68359c-f4f4-4c69-86dd-88ade61233df","title":"Beneath the glitz and glamour : the untold story of the “lancing” girls","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"Foo, Adeline {18580373}","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"NA","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"NA","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Describes the life of dance hostesses or dancing girls of Happy World and New World, and their generosity towards the less fortunate.Relates how Madam He Yan Na and her fellow dance hostesses donated money to set up a Chinese medium school in Singapore for the children in Geylang after World War II. She felt strongly that education was the key to success and provided free education, books and materials to the children who attended Happy Charity School. These dance hostesses had hearts of gold and were raising and donating money for various charities.","table_of_contents":"NA","subject_lcsh":"Performers--Singapore--History|Philanthropists--Singapore--History|Music halls (Variety-theater, cabarets, etc.)--Singapore--History","subject_singheritage":"Entertainers {18337179}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Index to Singapore Information {16145204}|NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia {16180172}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":83,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=1bce12a1-aa42-43b9-949e-dd67324181b1","identifier_uuid":"1bce12a1-aa42-43b9-949e-dd67324181b1","title":"Zhuang Xue Fang (庄雪芳) : the queen of amoy films","alternative":"庄雪芳","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"8/4/2010 8:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"She was one of the biggest attractions of the getai scene in the 1950s who later became the box-office draw in Hokkien films in its heyday. Meet Zhuang Xue Fang, the Queen of Amoy Films.","table_of_contents":"Zhuang Xue Fang (庄雪芳) : the queen of amoy films -- Quote -- Discography -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Women singers--Singapore--Biography|Actresses--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Singers {18337186}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":84,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1c9b75ae-8271-4a80-a272-ede763e2bd04","identifier_uuid":"1c9b75ae-8271-4a80-a272-ede763e2bd04","title":"Stamford Raffles’s birth","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"17/4/1999 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Thomas Stamford Raffles (Sir) (b. 6 July 1781, off Port Morant, Jamaica–d. 5 July 1826, Middlesex, England), known as the founder of modern Singapore, was born at sea off Jamaica on 6 July 1781 on board the West Indiaman Ann. The Ann was the ship captained by his father, Benjamin Raffles. His full name at birth was Thomas Stamford Bingley Raffles, where each name had significance to people who had influence over him or his family.","table_of_contents":"[Stamford Raffles’s birth] -- Date -- Name -- Ann -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Colonial administrators--Singapore--Biography|Raffles, Thomas Stamford, Sir, 1781-1826","subject_singheritage":"Colonial administrators {18336119}|Pioneers {18336121}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":85,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1d6fc1cd-db1e-4ebc-82b4-b34133420410","identifier_uuid":"1d6fc1cd-db1e-4ebc-82b4-b34133420410","title":"Tan Tong Hye","alternative":"NA","creator":"Hee, En Ming","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Ong, Eng Chuan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"20/1/2009 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Tan Tong Hye (Tan Sri) (b. 31 October 1914, Singapore–d. 3 November 1985, Malaysia), better known as T. H. Tan, was a Singapore-born journalist and politician who became the secretary of the Malayan Chinese Association (MCA) in 1954 and served as the first honorary secretary-general of the Alliance Party in Malaya until 1971. He was part of the three-man team (along with Tunku Abdul Rahman and Tun Abdul Razak) who took part in the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO)-MCA Alliance delegation to London in 1954 to demand for an effective elected majority in the Federal Legislative Council of Malaya. Tan changed his name to Mohamed Tahir in 1972 after converting to Islam.","table_of_contents":"[Mohammed Tahir Tan Tong Hye] -- Early life -- Career -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Politicians--Malaysia--Malaya--Biography|Tan, Tong Hye, Tan Sri, 1914-","subject_singheritage":"Politicians {18337244}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2016.","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":86,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1e59ca2a-97bc-434d-8aeb-ad08d0a28ddf","identifier_uuid":"1e59ca2a-97bc-434d-8aeb-ad08d0a28ddf","title":"Alexander Laurie Johnston","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Pak, Peter Yew Guan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"27/3/2001 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Alexander Laurie Johnston (b. Dumfriesshire, South Scotland–d. February 1850, Bluehill, Kircudbright, Scotland), a former ship’s owner/captain, merchant, businessman, magistrate and Justice of the Peace, arrived in Singapore between 1819 and 1820. One of the earliest and much-liked settlers, he was among the first magistrates appointed by Sir Stamford Raffles. The latter also made him one of the first Trustees of the Singapore Institution (later Raffles Institution). Johnston established A. L. Johnston & Co. in 1820, and was an active member of the mercantile community. He was a founding member of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce in 1837 and was elected its first chairman. A pioneer businessman in Singapore, he spent more than 20 years of his life here, made his mark and left Singapore in December 1841 for England before his retirement in Scotland. He died on February 1850 in Scotland. Johnston’s Pier, now demolished, was named after him.","table_of_contents":"[Alexander Laurie Johnston] -- Early life -- A. L. Johnston & Co (1820–1892) -- Business partners -- Friendship with Raffles -- The benefactor -- Singapore Chamber of Commerce -- Home -- Departure from Singapore -- His property -- Retirement and death -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Businessmen--Singapore--Biography|Colonial companies--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Pioneers {18336121}|Community leaders {18486764}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":87,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=1e7c1a49-7e23-4b9e-a2c3-7cb8e11494d1","identifier_uuid":"1e7c1a49-7e23-4b9e-a2c3-7cb8e11494d1","title":"Singapore National Youth Orchestra : cultivating young talents","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"2014","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"The Singapore National Youth Orchestra (SNYO) comprises of young musicians from various educational institutions in Singapore. Funded and managed by the Ministry of Education, the SNYO is a major co-curricular activity for schools. The SNYO performs regularly at the annual Singapore Youth Festival events, and has competed and performed overseas.","table_of_contents":"Origins -- Management and organisation in the early years -- Becoming a national youth orchestra -- Is the SYO just another CCA? -- Becoming national -- Quote -- Music directors and conductors -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Musicians--Singapore--Biography|Music and youth--Singapore","subject_singheritage":"Youth orchestras {18337537}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Groups {18338288}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All rights reserved. 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He was the editor of newspapers and magazines such as  \"Hiburan\", \"Fashuib\", \"Belia\" and \"Mingguan Melayu\" and took up important posts in many literary, education and cultural organisations. He was posthumously awarded the \"Anumerta Tun Seri Lanang\" by the Singapore Council of Malay Language in 1995.","table_of_contents":"NA","subject_lcsh":"Harun Aminurrashid, 1907-1986|Authors, Malay--Singapore|Biography","subject_singheritage":"Writers {18337178}","language":"may","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Publications>>BiblioAsia {16180172}|NLB Collections>>Index to Singapore Information {16145204}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2007.","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":89,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1ea9da03-fff3-4c91-82a9-f4ac7c31d89a","identifier_uuid":"1ea9da03-fff3-4c91-82a9-f4ac7c31d89a","title":"Walter John Napier","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Lee, Gracie","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"11/8/2006 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Walter John Napier (b. 10 July 1857, Alderly Lodge, Cheshire, England-d. 14 February 1945) was joint founder of the law firm Drew & Napier, and Attorney-General of the Straits Settlements from 1907 to 1909, during which he was responsible for introducing a new Civil Procedure Code. As a lawyer-academic, Napier played a key role in the publication of the Straits Settlements Law Reports in 1893 and was its first editor. In 1898, he published An Introduction to the Study of the Law Administered in the Colony of the Straits Settlements, which addressed the contentious issue of whether English law should take precedence over native law. In recognition of his services as Attorney–General and other contributions, Napier was bestowed a knighthood in 1909.","table_of_contents":"[Walter John Napier] -- Early life -- Civic contributions -- Contributions to law publishing -- Freemasonry -- Knighthood -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Attorneys general--Singapore--Biography|Attorneys general--Malaysia--Malaya--Biography|Napier, Walter J. 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Between 1977 to 2019, she held over 30 solo and 138 group exhibitions. She pursued her art studies in Singapore, the United Kingdom, France and the US from 1971 to 1985, and for a decade from 1986, she taught tertiary-level printmaking and studio drawing.\r\n\r\nChng’s works occupy a pivotal place in modern printmaking in Singapore. Her art practice encompasses drawing, painting, collage, mixed-media, photography, sculpture and installation. Her creations are themed around nature and the human condition. Following her visual impairment in 1988, Chng turned to creating more sculptural and mixed-media works. For her relentless spirit and contributions to the arts, she was awarded the Woman of the Year 2001 award by Her World magazine. In 2005, Chng was conferred the Cultural Medallion.\r\n\r\nAs a prolific writer, Chng wrote a few columns on various topics such as art and travel for newspapers and magazines from 1974 to 2014. She had several pen names, but Zhuang Xin (庄歆) and Xin Zhen (心珍) were mainly used in her writing.","table_of_contents":"[Chng Seok Tin] -- Education -- Employment history -- Selected solo exhibitions -- Selected group exhibitions -- Awards and achievements -- Other art-related activities -- Passing -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Award winners--Singapore--Biography|Printmakers--Singapore--Biography|Authors, Singaporean--Biography|Artists--Singapore--Biography|Zhuang, Xin, 1946-2019","subject_singheritage":"Award winners {18486628}|Printmakers {18337205}|Sculptors {18337206}|Cultural Medallion Recipients (Art) {18486627}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>NORA|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":91,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1fb03753-211e-449b-8d53-aaab4dd03640","identifier_uuid":"1fb03753-211e-449b-8d53-aaab4dd03640","title":"Gibson-Hill Collection","alternative":"NA","creator":"Tan, Bonny","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Lee, Gracie","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"28/2/2008 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"A collection of 1,000 published books and journals, originally belonging to Carl Alexander Gibson-Hill’s personal library, was donated to the National Library of Singapore on 18 June 1965 by Mrs Loke Yew on behalf of her son, Loke Wan Tho. 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They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":92,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=1fb3f275-03f0-4838-952a-4143bb59658d","identifier_uuid":"1fb3f275-03f0-4838-952a-4143bb59658d","title":"Margaret Chan","alternative":"NA","creator":"Cai, Serene","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"NA","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"23/8/2012","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Margaret Chan (Dr) (b. 1949, Singapore–) is an actress and writer. As a stage, television and film actress, she has played iconic roles such as the titular figure in the local play Emily of Emerald Hill. Chan has also worked as a journalist, food critic and restaurant reviewer, and is currently an associate professor at the Singapore Management University’s School of Social Sciences.","table_of_contents":"[Margaret Chan] -- Early life and education -- Journalism and food writing -- Performing arts -- Academia -- Family -- Selected works -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Actresses--Singapore--Biography|Journalists--Singapore--Biography|Chan, Margaret","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":93,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=2050a72a-e95a-4b85-bcc2-60df308426ef","identifier_uuid":"2050a72a-e95a-4b85-bcc2-60df308426ef","title":"Franklin Charles Gimson","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Ong, Eng Chuan","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"17/8/2006 0:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Franklin Charles Gimson (Sir) (b. 10 September 1890, Barrow-upon-Soar, Leicestershire, England–d. 13 February 1975, Yorkshire, England) was Singapore's first postwar governor and commander-in-chief from 1946 to 1952. He was often associated with the rehabilitation of postwar Singapore, and the reconstitution of Singapore’s legislative bodies – including that of the Legislative Council, which represented a bold start in Singapore's journey towards self-government. Gimson also introduced the Income Tax Ordinance in 1947, a task that previous administrators had been unable to do, and which was a response to the wide-ranging welfare improvements planned for Singapore’s postwar rehabilitation.","table_of_contents":"[Franklin Charles Gimson] -- Career in Ceylon and Hong Kong -- Reforms -- Assassination attempt -- Honours -- Retirement -- Death -- Family -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Colonial administrators--Singapore|Gimson, Franklin Charles, 1890-1975","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|Politics and Government {18336134}|Education {18339995}|Colonial administrators {18336119}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":94,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=20a12d97-cabf-48cd-bb7a-e103a9e62f5c","identifier_uuid":"20a12d97-cabf-48cd-bb7a-e103a9e62f5c","title":"Kam Kee Yong","alternative":"甘琦勇|Gan Qiyong","creator":"Tan, Eleanor A. L.","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Ong, Eng Chuan, 1971-","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"7/4/2011","has_part_uuid":"eb2843cb-b78c-4475-a53f-48852ffbb110","description":"NA","abstract":"Kam Kee Yong (b. Penang, Malaysia–) is a composer, violinist, conductor, artist, and the father of violinist Kam Ning. He is often described as a self-made man, with values of hard work and a pioneering spirit. Kam led the Singapura String Orchestra and the People’s Association String Orchestra from the 1970s to ’80s, nurturing a generation of musicians. He is a strong advocate for the performance of local compositions.","table_of_contents":"[Kam Kee Yong] -- Early Life -- Musical Career -- Timeline -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Kam, Kee Yong, 1938-|Composers--Singapore--Biography|Violinists--Singapore--Biography|Conductors (Music)--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Award winners {18486628}|Composers {18337175}|Conductors (Music) {18337992}|Music directors {18338024}|Violinists {18337999}|Cultural Medallion Recipients (Music) {18486634}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>NORA","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":95,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=20b3f189-4199-48b2-8f9d-135637f54fd3","identifier_uuid":"20b3f189-4199-48b2-8f9d-135637f54fd3","title":"Gopal Baratham","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Nor-Afidah Abd Rahman","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"19/5/2004 0:00","has_part_uuid":"c2dc2f65-0d61-4de8-9402-8217380fe5c5","description":"NA","abstract":"Gopal Baratham (Dr) (b. 9 September 1935, Singapore–d. 23 April 2002, Singapore) was a neurosurgeon and author. He won the Southeast Asian Write Award in 1991, and his political thriller, A Candle or the Sun, was shortlisted for the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize in 1992. One of the first local writers whose works have been published by British publishers, Baratham received international praise for his fiction works, which are based on Singapore society.","table_of_contents":"[Gopal Baratham] -- Early life -- Medical career -- Literary career -- Death -- Tribute -- Milestones and awards -- Works -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Authors|Neurosurgeons--Singapore|Baratham, Gopal, 1935-2002","subject_singheritage":"Artists {18336115}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":96,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=20ede07c-76e3-4932-8816-4810e9528a72","identifier_uuid":"20ede07c-76e3-4932-8816-4810e9528a72","title":"Temenggung Abdul Rahman","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"14/8/2019","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Temenggung Abdul Rahman (d. 8 December 1825, Singapore), also known as Dato’ Temenggung Seri Maharaja Abdul Rahman or Engku Abdul Rahman, was the first Malay chief with whom the British discussed the establishment of a British settlement in Singapore before the arrival of Sultan Husain Shah and the signing of the 1819 Singapore Treaty. His sphere of influence consisted of Singapore, the northwestern portion of the Riau Archipelago, and islands across the Johor coastline.","table_of_contents":"[Temenggung Abdul Rahman] -- Background -- First meeting with the British -- Claims of a forcible signing -- Subsequent treaties with the British -- Treaty of Friendship and Alliance (1824) -- Decline and other developments (post-1824) -- Family -- Variant names -- References -- Further resources","subject_lcsh":"Singapore--History--1819-1867","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}|1819-1826 Founding and early years {18455341}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":97,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=211f492b-ab9c-4433-8baf-795fd45ffca7","identifier_uuid":"211f492b-ab9c-4433-8baf-795fd45ffca7","title":"Ng Eng Teng","alternative":"NA","creator":"Ker, Yin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"10/7/2008","has_part_uuid":"51af0b90-6e90-40b3-91d9-2619b83d9ca5","description":"NA","abstract":"Ng Eng Teng (b. 12 July 1934, Singapore–d. 4 November 2001, Singapore) was a sculptor and winner of the Cultural Medallion in visual arts in 1981. He learned painting under first-generation masters such as Georgette Chen and Liu Kang, and furthered his studies in ceramics in England. Having returned to Singapore in 1966, Ng maintained a prolific production throughout his career until his death in November 2001. One of the most renowned artists in Singapore, he is remembered for his large-scale sculptures gracing many public spaces as well as his introspective and whimsical interpretations of humanist themes in three-dimension.","table_of_contents":"[Ng Eng Teng] -- Education -- Employment -- Solo exhibitions -- Selected group exhibitions -- Selected commission -- Selected awards and achievements -- Other activities related to art -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Ng, Eng Teng, 1934-2001--Biography|Award winners--Singapore--Biography|Sculptors--Singapore-- Biography|Painters--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Award winners {18486628}|Sculptors {18337206}|Painters (Art) {18337202}|Cultural Medallion Recipients (Art) {18486627}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>NORA|NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":98,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/music-article-detail?cmsuuid=2136f45a-5e13-4141-bbe9-1edfd82384b3","identifier_uuid":"2136f45a-5e13-4141-bbe9-1edfd82384b3","title":"Yew Hong Jen (游宏任) : the harmonica is my voice","alternative":"游宏任","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"8/3/2010 8:00","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"His name was synonymous with the harmonica in Singapore and Malaysia in the 1950s and 1960s and he won instant fame for being the first to adapt and perform the violin concerto \"The butterfly lovers\". Harmonicist Yew Hong Jen shares his passion with us.","table_of_contents":"Yew Hong Jen (游宏任) : the harmonica is my voice -- Quote -- Discography -- References.","subject_lcsh":"Harmonica players--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Musicians {18337174}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>MusicSG>>Articles>>Biographies>>Individuals {18338287}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"NA"},{"_id":99,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=21de4c17-791b-4b83-bc60-79c68abf4ad6","identifier_uuid":"21de4c17-791b-4b83-bc60-79c68abf4ad6","title":"Kwek Leng Beng","alternative":"NA","creator":"Chua, Alvin","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"NA","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"12/9/2011","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Kwek Leng Beng (b. 1941, Singapore–) is a hotel and property tycoon. He heads the Hong Leong Group (HLG) Singapore founded by his father, Kwek Hong Png, as well as property and hotel group, City Developments Limited (CDL). He came into international prominence in the 1990s by acquiring a string of hotels to form the Millennium & Copthorne chain, including the high-profile acquisition of the Plaza Hotel in New York together with Saudi prince Alwaleed Bin Talal in 1995. Forbes magazine listed Kwek and his family among Singapore’s richest in 2016.","table_of_contents":"[Kwek Leng Beng] -- Family, education and early career -- Building a hotel chain -- Business interests and management style -- Awards and appointments -- Family -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Businessmen--Singapore--Biography|Real estate developers--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Personalities {18336114}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia {10126}","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. They may not be copied, altered or amended in any way without first gaining the permission of the copyright holder."},{"_id":100,"identifier_uri":"https://www.nlb.gov.sg/main/article-detail?cmsuuid=220eb9ce-6f60-4596-8d87-60c3fd718afc","identifier_uuid":"220eb9ce-6f60-4596-8d87-60c3fd718afc","title":"Ee Peng Liang","alternative":"NA","creator":"NA","creator_people":"NA","creator_people_cn":"NA","creator_orgs":"NA","creator_orgs_cn":"NA","creator_lcna":"NA","contributor":"Tan, Joanna Hwang Soo","contributor_people":"NA","contributor_people_cn":"NA","contributor_orgs":"NA","contributor_orgs_cn":"NA","contributor_lcna":"NA","digital_publisher":"National Library Board Singapore","original_publisher":"NA","date_created":"7/12/2010","has_part_uuid":"NA","description":"NA","abstract":"Ee Peng Liang (Dr) (b. 24 November 1913, Singapore–d. 24 August 1994, Singapore) was a local philanthropist and businessman. He was the founding member and president of the Singapore Council of Social Service (now known as the National Council of Social Service) and the Community Chest. Frequently referred to as the father of charity in Singapore, Ee was known for his charitable nature and voluntary work, for which he received numerous accolades. He also held key appointments in over 50 public organisations ranging from Christian welfare agencies, reformative institutions, public welfare bodies, and even women’s and Malay/Muslim associations.","table_of_contents":"[Ee Peng Liang] -- Early life -- Philanthropic work -- Awards -- Death -- Family -- Author -- References -- Further resources.","subject_lcsh":"Ee, Peng Liang, 1913-1994|Philanthropists--Singapore--Biography|Businessmen--Singapore--Biography","subject_singheritage":"Community leaders {18486764}","language":"eng","ispartof_collection":"NLB Collections>>Singapore Collection>>Singapore Infopedia","nlb_type":"Article {18335714}","rights":"NA","access_rights":"The information on this page and any images that appear here may be used for private research and study purposes only. 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