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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 09, 1969

Page

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Czech censor resigns post amid press reimposition

Prague reports that Josef Vohnout, chief censor of the Czech Government, resigned after censorship was reimposed following the occupation. He was replaced by Jovel Marlin as the agency notes tighter control and the eveled police powers, amid ongoing government friction with editorial offices and press resistance.

Prague Vohnout Five Eas Jovel Marlin Aguaphier Wnt Keegan Cetuka Vahefees Havlin

Student leader gaoled in Rawalpindi riot case

Abdul Wishat Shaikh a Rawalpindi student leader was jailed for 19 years hard labour by an army court for taking part in unrest aimed at toppling President Ayub Khan. Two other student leaders and a former MP were also charged.

Rawalpinds Reuter Feader Abdul Wishat Shaikh Ayub Kohan Bine Sen Yahya Khan

Fragmentary entry from unknown local column

A cryptic OCR fragment mentions names and numbers in unclear order, offering little readable context about person, place, or event. The readable bits suggest a local notice or column item but lack definite facts to confirm entities or outcomes.

Canberra butchers challenge Forbes over abattoir closure claim

Canberran and Queanbeyan retail butchers demanded withdrawal of Dr Forbes statement announcing the Canberra Abattoir closure. They called his remarks false and misleading, citing impact on meat prices and capacity limits. The dispute followed a March 28 seven page note setting the shutdown date and linked resignations.

Porty Retail Canberra Queanbeyan Forbes ACT Advisory Couns Cil J. H. Pead Fores Matement Teeson ACT Advisory Council

Couple shot dead in Page home on Herrgolt Street

A 28 year old man and his 22 year old wife were found shot dead in their new Page residence on Herrgolt Street late Monday night. Two children aged about two and ten were present. a shotgun was found near the man. Neighbours are caring for the children as police investigate a double killing. Post mortem exams planned with coroner notified.

Page Home Herrgolt Street Page Thei

US proposes new nuclear weapon controls in Geneva

The United States urged a policy shift to curb fissile material production and allow international inspections. Ambassador Adrian Fisher announced the plan to the disarmament committee, proposing verification by the IAEA in Vienna and signaling a change from previous positions. Fisher framed the move as essential to limit growth of stockpiled nuclear weapons.

Geneva Tuewsay United States International Inspection Adrian “ Fisher Disarmament Committee Interational Atomic Energy Agency Vienna Mc Fisher Faarion AUS Wid Shir Fisher Delepales x

Australian decimal currency alarm sparks official action

A fragmentary report notes government concern as the Reserve Bank investigates a series of counterfeit perfect dollar style notes. Officials move to halt circulation and examine the graphic prints and denomination patterns amid fears of broader fraud affecting the decimal currency transition.

Lewiew Graphic Arte Hank Australia

Notes on currency reproductions and decimal era issues

A study traces the creation and reproduction of decimal currency notes, noting plates made in England by Levon Stro nd and printing by Jesse Broad and Co. It explains sourcing from sample currency copies prepared in a special oak case and preserved, with notes reproduced bearing identical numbers and stamps as in the presentation set. The Penrose Annual for AX preserves the work, while Australian authorities restrict replications to curb forgeries and counterfeit inferences.

Tyre England Levon Strond Jesse Broad Reserve Bank Hte Penrose Percy, Lind, Humphries and Co Lt London Hank C. Citinns

Nine die in blast at explosives factory village Datibon

A blast at an explosives factory in Datibon killed nine people and wounded about forty. Sharply tremors shook the ground as a column of fire and dust rose, with ambulances, fire engines, and police moving into the area. Some buildings damaged but none collapsed according to early reports.

Aargall Syitvett IAAP AL Teast Ina Dattibon Bewan Fingine Datikoa Lear Punu Aavaai Mie Sale Lagewry Arpa Parakoni Barly

US plans withdrawal of troops amid Vietnam talks

US Secretary of State Rogers signaled possible U S troop withdrawals this year tied to North Vietnam reciprocation while secret talks might be under way with the Vietnamese Communists. He stressed no immediate withdrawals and declined to reveal private talks details. New Zealand Prime Minister Holyoake voiced hope to withdraw groups this year.

Washington United States Rogers North Vietnam Wellington New Zealand Holyoake Weelington New Fenland ANP Pine Me Molyouke MT Rogers

US backs talks with North Vietnam and Saigon government

Government officials said the United States was willing to discuss political topics with North Vietnam and the Saigon government, stressing that Viet Namese people must determine their future. The plan praised as thoughtful was not a magic formula, with expectations of weeks of talks and regional diplomacy in Southeast Asia.

Rogers North Vietnam Saigon Vietnam River Mp Reers Johnson

British order saves stand down for Jindivik workers

A British order for 24 Australian built Jindivik 3B target drones will sustain Melbourne factory jobs and avert retrenchments. About 434 Vindivik orders to the US, Sweden and Britain are noted, with 16 to be produced for the Detachment of Sunny and the RAN. The Jindivik, designed in 1954, spans up to 820 miles range and speeds above 600 mph, marking it a versatile target drone in postwar military aviation.

Melbourne Anderson England Vindiviky Routetom Brin United States Sweden Sunny RAN Vindivik Raulio Hedie Ike Australia

Middle East Truce After Duel Efforts Falter

A tentative ceasefire was reported after a clash in the Middle East involving tank and artillery fire near Suse Cane area. Despite an initial agreement on a truce, fighting persisted in Kantars and Witter Takes zones, with a spokesman noting 35 casualties. Other world news items include Papua New Guinea independence chatter, Easter travel notes, and Australian industry concerns.

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