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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 14, 1966

Page

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Calwell Calls for Nationwide Duty Poll on Vietnam Conscription

In a Tasmanian Labor conference address Calwell condemns partial opinions on conscription and defends national service He argues defence and security justify conscription but warns against the lingering harms of past wars He predicts the next 18 months will test Australians as Vietnam policy shapes political loyalties with national action debated by party leaders.

Conscripia Cna Mall Vietnam Pitt Tinier

New ACT church development commission eyed this year

A national commission for church development in the ACT may be formed this year if church authorities in Australian states agree. The plan, discussed at Canberra meetings, involves inter church planning and a caretaker commission to study the matter with witnesses.

ACT Commission For Church Development Toowrie House Melanie RT Entieisen Alind Auman Cabot Lish Union Tuhumnert Avutem A. McVeigh Dave Guy Sean Tech Protearman Seralin Australia Euration Mast British and Americ Trades Union Tiven Roman Cathialic Socological Natverns Angina Presbyteram Blum Wglnay Condit M'thodi Congregationa Leere Ind Church At Christ Ponposuty Fyr Malave Romen Andlmotel Hevels America Vietnam Heart Friends the Salvation the Sommer Prantier Organi Ehcte “Nahariee Cant Uhratian

Strike at Government House by gardeners over union membership

Government House gardeners walked off for a short time yesterday morning over union membership. Tenants refused to work at 7 am while the dispute, involving the Australian Workers Union and the Conciliation Commissioner Mr J Findlay, was discussed. The event underscores tensions between management and union or non union labour in industrial circles.

Government House Iman ‘Aller Gi. J. Pindlay Tomar Iierior Te- Ublence Austtralia Simen Rem Gether

Thief Faces Trouble After Stealing Lorry Load

A thief who stole a loaded lorry from Stepney in East London faces trouble disposing of his loot. The SA7,500 load included Bovril carvona and meat, allegedly destined for China, according to police reports.

London Reuters Stepney Carvona Bovril Ieal Chinas

Vietcong attack at Tan Son Nhut kills eight, wounds 128

In a major assault on Tan Son Nhut base, Vietcong rockets and mortars killed eight Americans and a Vietnamese engineer and wounded 128. The attack damaged aircraft, a fuel tank, and helicopters while firemen fought a large blaze. A Skyraider was reported destroyed near Vinh by a Russian-built SAM.

North Vietnamese Vinh Tan Son Nhut

Buddhist and Catholic rivals shape South Vietnam political race

A Vietnamese editor reports that the military junta in Saigon faces Buddhist and Catholic pressure as reform moves toward civilian rule. The Buddhists seek influence while denying pro communism ties, while Catholics fear loss of influence and favor a controlled transition. The junta aims to preserve war unity and balance civilian participation without ceding power to religious groups.

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Waiting game deepens in Vietnam crisis as US weighs options

Washington officials express alarm over Saigon turmoil and its impact on military operations. Austin and Defense departments deny pursuing air strikes while tensions rise over anti American sentiment and possible exploitation by Communists. In Saigon Ky criticizes US approach and asserts China as war root during student council session. he predicts eventual direct confrontation with Red China.

Australia Andy Hin Revere Afl Vietnam Tong Associated. Press John Hightower Washington Defence Department Saigon United Press International Republic of Vietnam Red China

Vietnam Debate Dominates Inter-Parliamentary Union Meet

At Parliament House the Inter-Parliamentary Union discusses Vietnam as a key issue with a full scale debate on aggression and security. Polish chairman Mr Wende leads most speakers opposing American policies as delegates from the United Arab Republic, Australia, and others weigh proposals on the Vietnamese situation.

Vietnam Inter-Parliamentary Union Parliement House Maree Panier Prva Apm Secur Wende United Aral Republic IPL Prin IPL Council

Fragmented OCR notes on pages and classifieds tease

Fragmentary text references page one headlines and sections. Mentions Greek comedy Leveisteata and a battery special with numbers and prices. Scattered notes include piano items and a classifieds segment across pages 24 25 26.

Inquest Evidence At Yass Hospital Inquest

Witnesses at the resumed Yass inquest into a death include Matron Prowse and two sisters at Yass District Hospital. The inquest, overseen by Coroner T. M. Clayton, continues with evidence presented on Wednesday.

Yass Yass District Hospital Prowse T. M. Clayton

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