Tan Kim Seng Fountain, 1960s : general view



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01 Jan 1960

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This is a photograph of Chew Cher Neo at the Tan Kim Seng Memorial Fountain, at Esplanade. The memorial was unveiled in 1882. Donated by Chew Cher Neo and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. HRS3_706. Title devised by Library staff.


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This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) Chew Cher Neo.

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