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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 11, 1974

Page

1

Plan for Soviet station rejected in Senate memo

In a brief Senate session Senator Withers said the Government rejected a Soviet proposal to establish a joint Soviet Australian scientific station. He called the move another in a string of election-related issues, noting the decision had been conveyed to the Soviet Government. Senator McManus commented the Russians were hardly enthusiastic, and the timing linked to electoral considerations.

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Fragmented caption from wartime report with names scattered

Fragmented OCR text mentions war cabinet, sorrow, and political sources. Names like Ranier and Mary appear amid garbled phrases. The passage lacks coherent events or clear actions to summarize into a full card.

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Rain floods roads as Canberra area endures three day deluge

Over three days from Monday to yesterday Canberra and surrounding areas faced widespread flooding with 94.6 mm (375 points) recorded in storms. Major sections of three roads were closed, including a motorway stretch near Hindmarsh Drive, with rock falls and high water delaying reopening. NRMA reported record road-service calls as flooding and vehicle break downs surged, while authorities planned further inspections and possible repairs.

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DLP Leaders Clash Over Joint Opposition Ticket

Senator McManus claimed both Prime Minister Whitlam and Opposition Leader Snedden aimed to destroy the DLP. He argued DLP candidate withdrawals are a matter for state branches. A four-senator plan for joint resources was sent to the Liberal party and DLP senators, with no parliamentarian agreement.

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Australia May 18 election date talked as double dissolution looms

The Governor-General Sir Paul Hasluck yesterday ranted to dissolve both Houses after the Senate rejected six Bills. The measures included ACT and Northern Territory representation, a more equal Electoral Bill, a National Health Scheme plan, and a Petroleum and Minerals Authority. If Labor wins but lacks a Senate majority it could still pass these via joint sitting. May 18 or May 25 are discussed as possible election dates with campaign plans forming in Sydney.

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Opposition Threat Triggers Double Dissolution Vote

The Opposition pressed for supply to force a double dissolution to trigger an election. Premature dissolution fears and talks with Minister Daly preceded assurances from the Governor General. Snedden outlined economic policy while Hawke faced questions on contesting his seat.

Grants of $105m for further education

Grants totaling 105 million dollars for further education are reported, with coverage spanning pages 12 to 14. The story notes upcoming book reviews and discussions as part of tomorrow’s publication, highlighting authors and topics in education and literary matters.

Double dissolution ruling savours Australian parliament turmoil

The day saw adjournment forced as Prime Minister Whitlam sought Governor General’s consent for a double dissolution amid uncertainty over timing. Opposition leaders opposed fast passage of bills and Parliament raced to approve supply measures while debates lingered in the Senate.

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Constable Acquitted in Unclear Proceedings

An unclear report states a constable was acquitted amid fragmented text from OUULSUEN and Widnes. The OCR jumble mentions a Witten Mande and a Gent male, with scattered phrases about a septate issue and a date-like reference 284. Overall details remain obscured in the damaged source.

Sewage Spill Contaminates Lake At Local Facility

Fragmentary report describes a spill blamed on recent rain affecting lake water quality. Officials say measures were reinforc­ed and the public advised to avoid the area while investigations continue.

Teacher killed in Belfast school shooting tragedy

Gunmen burst into a crowded Belfast school hall near the border striking a military officer and a teacher as students sheltered. The attacks left at least one teacher dead and raised fears amid ongoing Ireland violence.

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Fraser Gains Endorsement For Canberra Division Seat

The Parliamentary Labor Party backed yesterday a ministerial recommendation to name the southern division Canberra within city boundaries. The move follows a century of renaming debates and references to Canberra as the federal capital with historical ties to Hill and the 1913 compulsory amalgamation context.

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Fragmented OCR causes listing style note

A damaged fragmentary OCR text describes a real estate or housing listing with unclear street, rooms, prices, and fees. It mentions a block of land, a three bedroom house, a kitchen, and a price around S30 000 with initial fees and occupancy questions. The readable bits include references to a property on a street and potential limits on access.

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