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This is a photograph of front view of a village house in Jalan Siput off East Coast Road. Such houses are found in most rural areas. The walls are made of wooden planks and the roof are made of zinc. The smiles on the young boys' faces reflect the simplicity and the relaxed way of life that were prevalent during the kampong days. Photograph donated by Tan Marilyn and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. HRS3_492. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff.
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- This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) Tan Marilyn.
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