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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 15, 1961

Page

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Minister Explains Rent Formula Basis for Govt Decision

The Interior Minister Freeth released the rent increase formula used to set housing rents after the Cabinet delayed its introduction. He outlined how rents are calculated, with limits on rises for three and four bedroom homes and adjustments on vacancy. The speech defended the policy, noting costs passed to tenants and comparing returns with state housing commissions.

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Rainy Night Crash Toll: Two Minor Accidents Reported

In a heavy rainstorm yesterday between 5 30 and 6 30 pm two minor traffic accidents occurred in come beren. No serious injuries were reported as police cited poor visibility and slippery roads. Light sleet fell, and temperatures were around mid 60s with a low near 50.

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Lew Hoads goodwill tour of the Soviet Union plan

A press conference announced Lew Hoads goodwill tour of the Soviet Union with six professional players including Tony, Vrabert, Mackay, Farlin, Pancho Segura, and Pancho Gon. The group, promoted by Sack Kramer, aims to showcase tennis in the United States and international venues.

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Australia urged migrants to ease Britain’s strains

Britain’s difficulties were cited as migrants could aid Britain’s growth, with Mr. Macmillan noting full employment yet high unemployment in the US and Canada. He said Australia especially needed immigrants, while Canada and the US face similar pressures. The West Indies government was pressed for commitment to restrict migrant flows.

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TV producer remanded over studio stabbing incident

Television producer Dennis Vance, 37, was remanded in custody for four weeks. He is accused of stabbing TV director Santee Willett, 29, in the back at a Tedding studio in Middlesex on Wednesday. Willett directed a young people's religious programme for commercial TV.

London Dennis Vance Santee Willett Tedding Middlesex Evening Standard Miss Willett

Russians Welcome Gagarin to Moscow Red Square

Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin arrived at Vnukovo Airport and rode through Moscow in a decorated car to Red Square where Khrushchev and the Presidium greeted him. Flags waved as Gagarin praised the Communist Party and promised flights to greater distances amid international interest.

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Wool Shirts Sent to South Pole for Warmth Tests

The Australian Wool Bureau shipped woollen undershirts to the South Pole for warmth testing by American scientists. Ma, leader of the group at the Pole, praised the items saying they are light weight soft comfortable and of excellent quality. A full warmth report will be issued after the U.S. team returns in October.

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Child Burns to Death in House Fire

A house fire in Penney Street timbered a tragedy when a child died and two siblings survived with serious injuries. Gary Penney died in the blaze despite rescue attempts, while his mother Mrs Penney and brother David suffered serious burns and were hospitalized. Neighbors restrained Mrs Penney from reentering the burning home during attempts to save Gary.

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