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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 20, 1973

Page

8

Watergate inquiry new evidence ties Mitchell to bugging plan

Report says former Attorney General John Mitchell and Dean had approved and helped plan the Democratic Party bugging operation. Magruder testified that Mitchell and Dean arranged payments to conspirators and silenced seven men. White House figures faced potential resignations as the probe unfolds. The Washington Post cited sources alleging Mitchell, Dean, and Magruder discussed and authorized eavesdropping at Watergate. President Nixon claimed major developments and defended immunity decisions while calling for accountability.

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Church of England clarifies training standards for homosexuals

A London statement from the Church of England information office says candidates for ordination are assessed on total fitness. It states that a man who practises homosexuality would not be advanced for training if known, and that extra-marital heterosexual relationships are likewise considered in training decisions.

London Church of England Information Office Londo Donel Copgin Yorks Church of England Caruizaion Mag

Northern Ireland soccer players see themselves as marked men

Seven members of the Rank Moré Star amateur soccer team in Belfast fear for their lives after a string of sectarian killings over the past year. Former captain says he and another player narrowly survived two murder attempts. The side, once diverse in religion, fractured in 1971 amid Belfast’s sectarian tensions. Four former members were killed in recent years, including Phudy McRany and Sammy Boyd. Police believe the violence may stem from same-team links, but a former member warns players are targeted for their religion and status.

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Ellsberg Ends Defence Stand in War Crimes Testimony

Dr Dawial Ellsberg finished testimony saying the Pullagon Papers showed America war crimes on a scale akin to Nuremberg. He cited illegal actions and involvement by others, stressing no man is above the law as the case moves to further testimony with Professor Richard Falk and a potential new witness. The government had subpoenaed Yu Von Thai, former South Vietnamese ambassador, in connection with the case.

Los Angeles Dawial Ellsberg Hix Tial Pullagon Mig America Nucetsberg Linited Press International Richard Falk Princeton Linnessity Sin Sapert Ont International Jr Rillenere Wan United State Aj Gegin Yu von Thai United Ellsbers Ani

Cambodia Opposition Rejects Coalition Formation

Cambodia's non communist opposition parties rejected President Lon Nol's invitation to join his government and form an all party State Council. Bargaining over seats continued as military actions and tensions rose with reports of attacks on Kep and Takeo provinces amid claims of government advances.

Phnom Penh Aap-Reuter Cambodia Lon Nal Combatilad Tee State Council Aeti Council Lom Nol Himvelf

Fighting along Mekong narrows border with Cambodia

South Vietnamese forces push toward the Cambodian border after heavy fighting along the Mekong. Major Reser Nausen leads the operation as government troops seize most riverfront positions, with only a remaining stretch near the frontier. Brigadier General Ling Nom slated for a special mission related to the Cambodian leadership, per a UPI report.

Hong Ngu Sachh Vistnam Mekong Delhi Reser Nausen Lok Ana PHNOM PENH Thurvday IAAP Lng Nom Nikon Peni Radio Eee

Congress moves to require approval for future military actions

The Senate and House back bills demanding explicit Congressional authorization for military operations and foreign aid to North Vietnam. The United States faces criticism amid reports of renewed campaigns in Asia as Washington warns against further aerial strikes.

Washington Reuter Congress Senate Repuelican North Vietnam House Representatives

Philippine forces shell suspected Muslim strongholds near Jolo

In the southern Philippines, Army units and Navy boats shelled suspected concentrations of Muslim militants encircling Jolo. Civil guards and troops exchanged fire as civilians reported casualties. The official count was unconfirmed with estimates of at least 10 dead and 20 wounded amid ongoing fighting and evacuations nearby.

Jollo Philippines Piurnuy AAP Army Guortars Gonboats Solo Sul Enginal Ated Ing Wince Timapie

Senate backs economic pressure to force Soviet emigration

Senators from both parties pledged to support amendments to block lower tariffs and tax credits for the Soviet Union unless Moscow lifts emigration restrictions. The White House intensified its campaign after a high-level dispute over the policy, with broad Senate and House support.

Washington Thursby Aap-Reuter Soviet Union Sncir-Amenament Moscow Wile House

Rhodesia rejects further constitutional concessions

Salisbury reports the Rhodesian Government rejected any move toward more constitutional concessions amid guerilla pressure. It criticized British Foreign Secretary Eden’s warning to Africans and defended a stance aligned with Alec Douglas-Home’s prior positions. The ANC denounced colonial threats as ineffective. Bonn opened probes into West German aircraft sold to Rhodesia in breach of UN embargoes.

Salisbury Vm Lanilon Forelgn Slee Douglas-Home Rhodesia Alee Ar ANC

New York Hold-up Suspect Killed by Police

Police in New York fatally shot one of the FBTs during a bank hold-up at a Harfern bank area. The dead man was identified as Me Mace Brown, an escaped murderer, with two accomplices surrendering after holding 30 employees and customers hostage. One bystander was wounded in the exchange.

New York Jaap-Reuter Indst Harfern Bank Brown Beetween Chase Manhattan Bank

Yugoslavia weighs changes to dual nationality policy

Belgrade reports Yugoslavia is reconsidering its stance on dual nationality for people with Croatian or other foreign links after a diplomatic row with Australia. The dispute followed the June arrest and trial of Australians labeled as Yugoslav nationals, provoking protests in Canberra and Belgrade.

Belgrade Thuyslav Yi Niavia Eanie Wit Australia Yeustayn Belgrave Dhal Austratigg -Yusoslav Eitrensbliy Whitten Wal Heer

Cypriots fear entanglement in Middle East conflict

Cypriot officials warn the island may abandon neutrality amid Middle East hostilities. Incidents include attacks near the Israeli ambassador’s residence and an Israeli airliner, pulling Cyprus into regional tensions despite a pro-Arab stance in UN forums.

Esraeli Malarias Dely United Nations Allen Itel

Cyprus Struggles Amid Middle East Tensions on Island

Cyprian authorities recognise neutral stance amid covert guerrilla activity linked to Middle East conflict. Jan 2 a Syrian member of Al Farah was murdered in Nicosia as Israeli, Arab, and Cypriot operatives clash. Explosions target Israeli ambassador residence. guards injured. Extra police deployed at Larnaca and Nicosia airports. government vows to prevent island becoming a battlefield.

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Argentina row over ITT charges and Entel contract

A Buenos Aires report claims ITT International and Siemens overcharged Entel by about 5.2 million pesos. The dispute centers on supplies for communications equipment supplied in 1968 and involved the Argentine military government and President Videla.

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Fragmented OCR Summary of a Weathered Show Page

An OCR readout describes a sprawling event roundup from Shawano and surrounding areas. It mentions racing, awards, and various participants with garbled names, places, and dates, reflecting a disrupted page segment with no clear single event or outcome. The readable bits hint at a fair or show atmosphere and possible wine and prize themes amid unclear details.

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