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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 06, 1957

Page

3

Plot to murder Mr Selwyn Loyd alleged in Israel case

A mystery witness in Tel Aviv described an underground group led by Heruti planning to blow up the Soviet Embassy in Israel to provoke Russian and U.S. intervention. The witness testified during Yaacov Merutt’s hearing for a terrorist organization case, though the witness name was kept secret as a state security matter.

Selwyn Loyd Qel Aviv Selwyn Lloyd Ant Middle East Eric Johnston Yeate Israel Te Aviv Ball Yaacov Merutt Tion Fwurity Heruti U.S

Clottey Injures Partners in Sydney Sparring Week

Empire velter title challenger Atty Clottey injured two sparring partners during workouts in Sydney. He threatened to quit trainer Eric McQuillan’s gym, citing under sparring pay while McQuillan warned of over training as Clottey prepares to challenge George Barnes for the title at Sydney Stadium tonight.

Sydney Empire Atty Clottey Clottey George Barnes Sydney Stadium Eric McQuillan McQuillan Harry

Planners For Jet Air Service Meet In Melbourne

Representatives from the Department of Civil Aviation three from Qantas Empire Airways Ltd and a Bureau of Meteorology official met in Melbourne to consider all aspects of Boeing Jets operations and ground handling. Qantas has seven 600 mph Boeing 70Ts on order for 1968 delivery. The meeting was opened by Director General of Civil Aviation D G Anderson.

Melbourne Department of Civil Aviation Qentas Empire Airways Ltd Bureau of Meteorology Qantas Director General of Civil Aviation D. G. Anderson

Britain Reverses Malay Protectorate in Historic Revocation

Kuala Lumpur reports Britain revokes the 1948 protectorate over the Malay States. Eight of nine rulers attend a ceremony with Sultan of Johore representatives. Sir Donald MacGillyvray signs the revocation document as Malaya prepares to assume full responsibility for its own affairs.

Kuala Lumpur United Johore Britain Donald MacGilvray Colonial Office Donald Mallaya

Leaders of Motor Industry Meet in Canberra

Australian motor industry leaders arrived for the first general meeting of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries in Canberra. Chairman vice president R. Jacka said the conference is a goodwill visit while addressing urgent problems affecting vehicle manufacturing and national development. Ferguson of Adelaide was absent due to illness.

Australia Canberra Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries Federal R. Jacka Jacke Chamber W. D. Ferguson Adelaide

Prince Phillip Leads Sussex Cricket Team in Drawn Match

Prince Philip captained a Sussex team at Arundel in a high profile match. He scored 21 runs and took 4 for 80, with notable dismissals of the Duke of Norfolk and Test batsman Tom Gravney. A crowd of about 25,000 roared as the Duke and Norfolk exchanged caps before a dramatic finish. Crate took two for Australia, and Philip’s team ended with 257, missing victory by three runs in the final over.

Arundel Sussex Ian Crate Duke of Edinburgh Aix

Gonzales Wins Tournament in Los Angeles Final

In a professional tennis tour event in Los Angeles, Rodando Gonzales defeated Frank Sedgman of Australia after a 6 13 66 set line, securing the championship and a prize of 10,000 dollars. Rosewall and Gonzales later edged Sedgman 4 8 10 8 7 in the doubles final.

Los Angeles A.ap United States Day Jack Kramer Frank Sedman Australia Hoad Tony ‘Traber Rosewall Gen Bet Fraga Wee End Sedgman

R.S.L. names leaders and aid trust actions

The A.C.T. Support The AUT plans to re nominate Sir George Holland as president and Sir Raymond Hulsh as vice president for next year. The Federal Executive asks branches to assist RAAF Veterans' Trust recipients. The Ninth Division Association reunion is set for October 19 at Wagga to mark El Alamein. H K Joyce will speak at 9 15 am on Station 20.

AUT Re.l George Holland RSL Raymond Hulsh Queensland R.S.L Raaf Veterans’ Trust R.A.A.F Ninth Division Association Wagga Battle of el Alamein H. K. Joyce London

U S Investigates Overseas Bases and Troop Levels

The United States probes overseas bases and troop numbers with limited conclusions. A special mission led by Frank visited Caribbean bases in April, the Far East in May, and Europe in May. Nash was reported in Taipen during the period.

Frank United Press U.S Caribbean Far East Mr. Nash Taipen Tme

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