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Tuesday, August 21, 1973

TWO BUILDINGS CONDEMNED

Two pro-war buildings at Nos. 192 and 194 Wing Lok Street on

Hong Kong Island were today declared dangerous by the Building Authority.

The buildings had been under observation for some time. Frosh

movement had recently occurred in the load bearing walls causing fractures

in the brickwork and giving rise to a risk of collapse. Extensive

areas of decayod timber had also been detected.

Notices of intention to apply for closure orders were posted on

the buildings today. Hearing will be in Victoria District Court at 9.30 a.m. on September 21.

TRAINING CAMP FOR YOUTH

A three-day training camp is being organised at Choung Sha on

Lantau Island for young people living in crowded Western district.

The camp will be held from August 25 to 27 and will include

instruction on the proper method of tent pitching, first aid, life saving,

rock climbing, swiming and cooking. A cross country race will also be held.

Anyone interested in joining should apply at the Wostorn Community

Work Office, at the Western Magistracy Building, 3rd floor, Hong Kong.

There will be a $15 fee.

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