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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 27, 1961

Page

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Four Rebel Generals Flee as France Crushes Algerian Revolt

Four‑day revolt in Algeria ends with loyalist forces seizing Algiers Oran and Constantine. Generals Challe Salan Jouhaud and Zeller escape or are pursued as government troops reclaim key cities. De Gaulle meets with Debre Frey and Joxe after the crisis. 50,000 Europeans gather in Algiers as flames and arrests follow the collapse.

Algiers Algeria de Gaulle Oran Constantine M. Debre M. Frey M. Joxe Challe Salan Jouhaud General Zeller

Doubt on Laos cease fire persists in reports

Washington observers say no confirmation exists for a Laos cease fire as conflicting claims surface. Officials warn that continued fighting could force regional powers to move against a Communist presence, while Lao leaders arrive in Hanoi for talks on armistice efforts.

Washington Weilesay AAD Stl Department Simbon Laos Wes Hoenn Ody Tne Olle White al Gabefine United Press Nional South East Asia Italy

Imprisonment or wall for Cuban rebels

Cuban radio in Miami reported captives faced no third option. Rebels were said to be imprisoned or executed, with Cuban newspapers noting over 500 fighters captured since fighting began. U.S. discussions on a total trade embargo were reported, while the Soviet Union sent thousands of tons of aid to Cuba amid shortages.

Miami A.A.P Prisner Reuter Havana Washington United States Cuba White House Pierre Salinger Guatemala Associated Press Kenteily Pesmier Castro Soviet Union

31 Arrested For Disruption At Sierra Leone Independence Celebrations

At Government House a reception was held for the world press during Sierra Leone independence celebrations. Authorities detained 31 members of the opposition All Peoples Congress Party claiming they threatened to blow bridges as part of a broader disruption plan. The Duke of Kent attended with British and African reporters present.

Genetter Secret Army Land Weyresuay Duke of Kent

Katanga Leader Arrested in Leopoldville by Congolese Troops

President Tshambe of Katanga was arrested in Leopoldville today by troops of the Congolese Central Government. Sabor officers restrained civilians as he attempted to enter a building and boarding for his plane to depart Colquilhatville. Security forces escorted him toward the air terminal amid crowding by awaiting passengers.

Leopoldville Tshambe Katanga American Associated P Sabor Foca Colquilhatvillé Coquil Engers Hatville

Powell hails Australian ally in Coral Sea Week toast

General Powell United States Continental Army Command head arrives in Canberra with wife for two day visit as guest of honour at Australian American Association luncheon. He praises Australian allies, sends Kennedy greetings, and lauds cooperation shaping wartime unity. Appreciation voiced for Australian American Association work.

Traile Mc. McEwen H. B Powell United States Continental Army Command U.S Canberra Associa Tion Coral Sea Fingl Australia Gilly Kennedy Australian-American Association

British Policy Praised as Sierra Leone Moves to Independence

Colonalism had inevitable faults yet the British system worked well in his country. Sierra Leone becomes independent after 150 years of British life while remaining in the British Commonwealth. Sir Dallas Brooks sent best wishes to Sierra Leone and Governor General Sir Maurice Dorman as independence is proclaimed.

Sierra Leone British Commonwealth Coleridge-Taylar Australi Australia Maurice Dorman Sierra Leo

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