Category: Singapore

Kolek Racing

Lip Seng

Kolek Racing
I captured this image of Kolek Racing of our Malay community in the sixties. Actually, the Bedok Sports Club celebrated its fourth anniversary with Kolek races as far back as in October 1957 (as reported in the Singapore Free Press). The Siglap Kolek racing was held as far back as 1939 (as reported in The Straits Times). Record shows the Malay Kolek Race started off in fine style in 1928.The Malay Kolek racing is apparently part of our heritage.
(Image No.37……..Down The Memory Lane……..Singapore In The Sixties…)

My Prayer

Lip Seng

My Prayer
Another image capturing at the Novena Church’s congregation, was my Gold Medal Award in The 12th Malaysian Photographic Exhibition 1964. I didn’t realize that this image was captured 51 years ago. The image was also used as the cover picture of the Exhibition catalog. The Exhibition Chairman was none other than Mr. Chua Soo Bin.
(Image No.36………Down The Memory Lane……..Singapore In The Sixties…..)

Little Angels

Lip Seng

Little Angels
Recently, When I passed by the Novena Church, I realized the Church has started a major construction work. Actually, the church has closed down for major redevelopment.
I remember in the sixties, the Church’s congregation in September every year was one of my favorite events for photography. Besides capturing this lovely image, one of my gold medal awards (to be posted later) in the early days was also captured at the same congregation.
(Image No.35……..Down The Memory Lane……..Singapore In The Sixties…..)