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	Benjamin Henry Sheares - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Benjamin Henry Sheares (August 12, 1907-May 12, 1981) was the second President of Singapore.
		A Eurasian, Dr. Benjamin Sheares became Singapore's second president on January 2, 1971, and held the office of President until his death in 1981.
		An obstetrician at the Kandang Kerbau Hospital and professor at the University of Malaya, Dr Sheares was also the first Chancellor of the National University of Singapore.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Benjamin_Sheares (113 words)

	Sheares Hall, National University of Singapore (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		The humble origins of Sheares Hall date back to 1949 when the King Edward VII College merged with Raffles College to form the University of Malaya on the Bukit Timah Campus.
		Sheares Hall was officially declared open by Dr C V Devan Nair on the 27th of November, 1982.
		Undoubtedly, the history of Sheares Hall stands out colourfully, vibrant, proud and full of life, just like every true Shearite was, past, present and future.
	www.sheares.nus.edu.sg /aboutsheares/history.php (463 words)

	1121Singapore Costa Rhu condos, rental properties, Singapore real estate, rental houses, condos, apartments, property, ...
		Some units facing the Benjamin Sheares Bridge which spans the Kallang River and connects the East Coast to Suntec City, or the ECP expressway to the Changi Airport are not favoured but the traffic noise is minimal when windows and sliding doors are closed.
		Benjamin Sheares bridge (right) leads to Suntec City in a 5-min drive.
		This is the longest bridge in Singapore, the Benjamin Sheares bridge, with busy traffic to and fro Suntec City and the Changi Airport.
	www.asiahomes.com /singaporeapartment/homexpat/17_homepat.htm (1297 words)

	Design Ideas Competition (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		The site is located beneath Benjamin Sheares Bridge, and in proximity to the future Millenia MRT station (part of Circle Line), which is under construction.
		Benjamin Sheares Bridge offers shade and space (about 25m in height measured from the ground to the underside of the bridge), leading to the waterfront at Marina Bay.
		There is also opportunity to create a delightful pedestrian link beneath Benjamin Sheares Bridge from the future Millenia MRT station to Marina Promenade, facilitating pedestrian connectivity across existing roads i.e.
	www.ura.gov.sg /cudd/cawebsite/competition/db-03benjamin.htm (189 words)

	Benjamin Sheares Bridge - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Opened in 1982, the Benjamin Sheares Bridge (Chinese: 薛尔思桥, Pinyin: Xūeěrsī Qíao; Malay: Jambatan Benjamin Sheares) is the longest bridge in Singapore, spanning 1.8 km, and the tallest, at 20 m.
		It is named after Dr Benjamin Henry Sheares, the 2nd president of the Republic.
		Benjamin Sheares Bridge is the setting for the annual Sheares Bridge Run.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Benjamin_Sheares_Bridge (152 words)

	Sheares - Most Powerful Black Executives: Bradley Sheares (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		The Brothers Sheares were natives of Cork, whither the younger had proceeded, The fate of the Sheares has been invested with something of a romantic
		Benjamin H Sheares, president of Singapore, dies May 12, 1981 in history.
		His successors were Benjamin Henry Sheares, who held the office from 1971 until his death in 1981, and CV Devan Nair, who took office in 1981.
	dealprogram.com /darr/sheares.htm (441 words)

	Singapore's First Bridge Named After A President
		Named after the 2nd president of the Republic, Dr Benjamin Henry Sheares (1971 - 1981), the bridge is the first bridge named after a president and incidentally, the longest bridge in the country.
		For more than 10 years now, the annual Sheares Bridge Run attracts tens of thousands of participants who embark on the challenge each year across the full length of the Benjamin Sheares Bridge.
		It is only once a year that one can plod on the Sheares Bridge and enjoy the picturesque view of the Singapore skyline and the beautiful sunrise.
	www.can.com.sg /content/neocan/en/streetwise/can_book_of_records/16.html (261 words)

	The Istana - index (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		The late Dr Benjamin Henry Sheares was elected President of the Republic of Singapore on January 2, 1971.
		The son of a former Public Works Department Technical Supervisor, he rose to become Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Malaya in Singapore, a holder of five degrees, and one of the most highly respected men in his field.
		Dr Sheares received his early education at the Methodist Girls' School, and later at St Andrew's School and Raffles Institution.
	www.istana.gov.sg /FormerPresidents/BenjaminSheares (543 words)

	Ask ST (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		I noticed that Benjamin Sheares Bridge of ECP in the direction of the city has been resurfaced.
		Some new while lines were recently painted, but with a strange spacing, as though the road shoulder has been shifted to the side of the right lane, the fastest lane.
		According to the new release by the Land Transport Authority (LTA), this contract was awarded to Feng Ming Construction Pte Ltd. "The contract, worth S$3.5 million, involves the widening of East Coast Parkway along the Benjamin Sheares Bridge by an additional lane per carriageway.
	www.stomp.com.sg /askst/singapore/147/index.html (328 words)

	Benjamin Sheares Bridge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Benjamin Sheares Bridge, longest bridge in Singapore, located in the Central Region.
		Completed and opened in 1981, it honours the second President of Singapore, Dr Benjamin Henry Sheares.
		It arches high above land reclaimed from the sea and provides a speedy connection between Changi Airport in the east and Shenton Way in the heart of the business district.
	infopedia.nlb.gov.sg /details/SIP_32_2004-12-20.html (73 words)

	Upcoming.org: SAFRA Sheares Bridge Run & Army Half Marathon 2006 at The Padang (Sunday, August 27, 2006)
		SAFRA Sheares Bridge Run & Army Half Marathon 2006
		Once considered a feat for superhuman athletes, the half marathon is now within every mortal's grasp.
		The main draw of the event is the unique and scenic route of crossing over the historic Benjamin Sheares Bridge, providing all participants with a spectacular view of the city’s skyline of the Central Business District area.
	upcoming.org /event/90628 (144 words)

	Photo Gallery - Adrian Kok - kranji/Resting place of Dr Benjamin Sheares, Singapore's first President
		Photo Gallery - Adrian Kok - kranji/Resting place of Dr Benjamin Sheares, Singapore's first President
		Resting place of Dr Benjamin Sheares, Singapore's first President
		The State Cemetery is a reserved plot of land next to Kranji War Memorial.
	gallery.adriankok.org /displayimage.php?pos=-457 (61 words)

	Qwika - similar:President_of_Singapore
		Benjamin Henry Sheares Order: 2nd President of Singapore Presidency began January 2, 1971 Presidency ended May 12, 1981 Place of Birth Singapore Place of Death Singapore Wife S.G. Sheares Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew (1959–1990) Benjamin Henry Sheares (August 12, 1907-May 12, 1981) was the second President of Singapore.
		Born in Perak, he first served as Yang d...
		For the Istana in Singapore, see Istana Singapore.
	www.qwika.com /rels/President_of_Singapore (1147 words)

	:. Singapore Kakis Forum - AHM 2006 - Army Half Marathon / Sheares Bridge Run 2006 .: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		AHM 2006 - Army Half Marathon / Sheares Bridge Run 2006
		Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 10:45 am Post subject: AHM 2006 - Army Half Marathon / Sheares Bridge Run 2006
		SINGAPORE : More than 60,000 runners pounded across the Benjamin Sheares Bridge on Sunday, a record attendance for the SAFRA Sheares Bridge Run and the Army Half Marathon.
	www.singaporekakis.com /forum/viewtopic.php?p=28680 (337 words)

	30.06.05 Benjamin Sheares Bridge photo - donald pwee photos at pbase.com
		30.06.05 Benjamin Sheares Bridge photo - donald pwee photos at pbase.com
		all galleries >> photo-a-day >> jun 05 > 30.06.05 Benjamin Sheares Bridge
		The road leads the eye into the image ver nicely.
	www.pbase.com /image/45521395 (42 words)

	yax-444 The mess that is our presidency
		You'd notice that it completely failed to address the key question: WHY didn't Ong get a state funeral?
		Yusof Ishak and Benjamin Sheares, the first and second presidents of Singapore respectively, both died in office and were given state funerals.
		Thus, of the 4 former presidents who have passed away, only one, Ong Teng Cheong, didn't get a state funeral.
	www.yawningbread.org /arch_2005/yax-444.htm (2188 words)

	1202Singapore Costa Rhu condos, rental properties, Singapore real estate, rental houses, condos, apartments, property, ...
		Not much traffic noise as this floor is below the Benjamin Sheares Bridge which is an expressway from downtown to Changi Airport.
		Apartments above the Bridge, in the Olivia Charonia and Ancilla Blocks may get a quiet humming of traffic.
		Master bedroom of 4+1 Olivia block, with river and Benjamin Sheares Bridge views.
	www.asiahomes.com /singaporeapartment/homexpat/36_homepat.htm (835 words)

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