15 Apr 1958
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 15, 1958
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text outlines a sports day with scores around 17 to 13 and mentions teams and players such as Newcombe and Grade ta m37, plus references to a South Bowl and regional standings. The readable portion hints at a recap of a local game or tournament with side notes on champions and rivals.
Reports from Jakarta and Rome describe heavy fighting in North Sumatra and Celebes as Government troops press rebel-held areas. Observers cite air raids, aerial support, and unrest tying forces in Tapanuli while Rome notes Indonesian diplomats abroad.
Mr Whitney Sen plans New York trip after a 40 minute London meeting with Prime Minister Macmillan. Officials expect him to relay Macmillan’s thoughts on a possible summit amid Moscow’s proposal for talks, while Western powers debate terms and scope.
German authorities authorize 30000 pounds to aid migrants from the burnt ship Skaubryn. The German Embassy announced funds will cover essential individual needs of the survivors and related emergency relief measures.
Reports say Sputnik 2 likely ended over the West Indies late last night after no sign of the craft since mid day yesterday. observers in England said the satellite was visible over London and Manchester before fading. Moscow Radio noted 2351 revolutions and expected reentry within days. Pravda did not mention the latest fate of Sputnik 1.
Brisbanes Monday report states J Donald was elected leader of the parliamentary Labour Party replacing the late L Wood. Donald aged 62 formerly a coal miner and ex journeyman. He defeated deputy leader E Lloyd by 12 votes to 7.
Brisbane reports a double headed cyclone raging in the Gulf of Carpentaria with rain spreading across the Northern Territory and north western Queensland. The main center moves toward Normanton about 7,370 miles northwest of Brisbane, while a second center lies east of Boorgoloo. A tropical cyclone was located 170 miles southwest of the Weipa mission at 2 pm. Cyclones this rare type threaten Normanton and surrounding areas, though the town is sparsely populated.
Brisbane reports a fatal drowning of Colin Nicholson a 30 year old wharf labourer from Rockhampton who vanished while attempting a bet at a river drain near Wood Street Depot Hill in a flood. Police and witnesses describe the incident as a reckless bet gone wrong with 10 shillings staked.
Local and overseas buyers paid over 400 000 guineas for B89 Horses at Randwick yearling sale. An average of 104 guineas was recorded with 141 sets sold before many yearlings were withdrawn or failed to meet reserves. Last year 122 lots sold for 55 960 guineas on final day, total 380 020 guineas for 501 lots, a new Australasian and Australian record.
Multiple states including Tasmania Victoria Queensland and Western Australia backed dismissing Carlile as coach of the Empire Games swimming team. Carlile had been appointed by the Australian Swimming Union to supervise training at £30 a week after the Austral championships in February. Bill Holland is expected to take over training duties for the team.
Moscow Pravda reports a police investigation into self styled prophet Parfity Kor neyvich Ivanov who allegedly claims to be over 4,000 years old. The article notes he wears a single cloth year round and travels in a luxurious Zim car with disciples while veiled women accompany him.
Lord Bandon announced two Sabreighter squadrons and one Canberra squadron to Malays with Australia and New Zealand promising further contributions. He noted Avon Sabre is suitable and ground facilities can handle more aircraft. predicted the Malayan situation would improve within a year with adequate Far East defense.
United Kingdom Colonial Secretary Alan Lennox Boyd announced proposals for wide reform in the Bahamas, following unrest in Nassau. He and the Governor would order immediate steps to enact legislation aimed at meeting Bahamian needs and gaining modern public support.
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