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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 04, 1968

Page

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Voyager affair stirs debate amid abstentions in Parliament

Liberal MPs abstained on an Opposition amendment criticizing ministerial handling of the Voyager affair. Mr St John and others accused ministers and officials of suppressing information. A second Royal Commission inquiry was noted while calls for accountability echoed through the House.

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Sabah on guard amid uncertain Malaysian political scene

AAP report indicates Sabah authorities announce heightened security and the formation of new watchmen amid ongoing political tensions. Military reinforcements and volunteer night watchers are discussed as part of national defense measures while Parliament reviews the second Royal Commission findings.

Accidents in City Reported Near All Saints Church

A serious road accident near Canberra Avenue and Upstich Street left a man with a fractured skull and suspected leg injuries. He was taken to Cantera Hospital in an unconscious state. Police reported another collision earlier near All Saints Church.

Canberra Avenue Upstich Street All Saints Church Cantera Cammiy

McCarthy wins Wisconsin primary in bid for presidency

Eugene McCarthy claims a convincing Wisconsin primary victory signaling potential Democratic nomination and possible race against President Johnson or Kennedy. Nixon leads Republicans with about 60 percent as Reagan margins fade. Nixon's drive undermined by Reagan and others.

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Great Hoax booklet paid for by Maxwell firm

Canberra report details a $20,000 cheque from Marrickville Holdings Ltd drawn on the Archalman and New Zealand Bank Newtown branch for production of a booklet titled The Great Hoax. It attacked the Australian dairy industry and the Deputy Prime Minister. McEwen claims Newton endorsed the cheque and says he has had no direct bank contact. The affair involves allegations of paid propaganda and questions in Parliament about sources of income and political funding. Continued on Page 4.

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North Vietnam ready to meet US reps on end of fighting

Hanoi said North Vietnam would meet American representatives to discuss ceasing bombing and ending the war. The broadcast criticized US sincerity, noting continued bombing between the 7th and 20th parallels, while expressing willingness to attend talks if the United States stops all war actions.

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Peace talks eyed as Hanoi signals openness in Vietnam crisis

Washington reports no immediate White House or State Department comment after Hanoi Radio indicates readiness for talks. President Johnson had said the US is ready to send representatives to discuss ending the war. Saigon reports a joint US South Vietnamese operation to open a land route into Khe Sanh, codenamed Pegasus, with about 4,000 troops moving toward the base amid ongoing air and ground actions. General Vien resigns as Saigon hosts high political debate over the conflict.

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Canberra lease auction set for today at Theatre Centre

A total of 72 residential leases mainly in Belconnen and Woden Valley will be offered at restricted auction at the Canberra Theatre Centre today. Blocks cover Aranda Belconnen Pawer Guariesod Wahoo with plans for two storey recreational development.

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Cambodians Down U.S. Aircraft

Cambodian naval vessel reportedly shot down a U.S. patrol aircraft in the Gulf of Siam off South Vietnam’s western coast. The four engine RF aircraft, with a crew of ten, crashed Monday. crew status unknown. Cambodian and U.S. authorities offered few details amid tense diplomatic exchanges and a military display in Phnom Penh showing wreckage.

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Ministers plan a week tour of Northern Australia

Australian ministers Fraser and Wentworth depart Canberra for a one week tour of Northern Australia. Wentworth will appear in condone horigines as a 100 wards formulating pti fected. The trip follows February administrative actions affecting NT and ACT education.

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Speed limit message from NSW minister Morris

A clipped report notes the NSW Minister for Transport Mr Morris issuing a speed limit guidance amid weather concerns. The brief references a foreseen street or area adjustment with ongoing safety emphasis.

Sunny. Weanesday Nsw Ty Mr Morris Steara

National airline strike threat in updated world news

The piece notes a looming national airline strike threat and cites a range of international and domestic concerns. It references U S warnings to North Vietnam, a 10 percent tax proposal, and civil aviation remarks by Me Swarts as context. The fragmentary page also mentions university activism on Vietnam and broader wartime issues.

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