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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 08, 1964

Page

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Lake as tourism magnet draws 500000 visitors yearly

Sydney reports Canberra and New South Wales boosting tourism with a new lake attracting about 500000 visitors annually. Travel officials say the boom supports investment in hotels and infrastructure, with several firms spending millions in snow areas and hotel projects expanding across the region.

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Appointment of acting head at Australian National University physics dept

The Australian National University Research School of Physical Science appoints Mr Bhimey as acting head of the Department of Particle Physics after Professor Sir Oliphant resigns. Bhimey, a senior researcher, previously led the department and has been a research fellow in Nuclear Physics and a postdoctoral fellow in homoplate studies.

A We Bhimey Een Univerity Research School Bhitmey Mic Hine Math Gilphant Tay Polar Enerasor Auli Amey Ohio Sinalin

Late News Briefs From Harbor Row Notes

Fragmentary notes record scores and names in a late edition. Mentions Duke Winston, Sky Script, Stormy Craig, and other figures with figures like 12, 10, and 19 9 123 15.

Temors H'cay Son Fay Duke Winston Sky Script Stormy Craig

Warwickshire Triumphs as Australia Sits All Out

Warwickshire chased a tricky target after Australia were bowled out for 185. Warwickshire posted 384 and 163 declared, then Australia were 25 percent declared and 185 all out with two balls to spare.

Warwickshire Australia Sco

Immediate appeal on five million pound housing plan

An immediate appeal will be lodged against Queanbeyan Municipal Council's rejection of a five million pound housing and development scheme for the town. The plan sought to authorise low cost housing and related development despite objections to ministerial powers. The move, already facing opposition, aims to overturn the council decision and proceed with the project under government processes.

Queanbegis Sete A Fatreley Amie Wan Mane Nsw Onuvonagne Farsley Hoy Canmbuni Tad Porreliey Lam Guean

Accident claims young girl in UK hospital loss

Janet Preston aged 18 died after a car crash on Tuesday near Ande. The mishap left her seriously injured and she was transported to Community Hospital in a critical condition. A teacher at WARSAW elementary, Jer Lawutichy Mreshledt, also died in the incident, with authorities investigating the tragedy and the victims identified by initial details from local hospitals.

Janet Preston Ande Preston Benibutla Ciphinkinen Ane Rolled Sint Vy Laker Caanberra Community Hospital Pole Warsaw Poilay Aas Mentel Slesua Jer Lawutichy Pailady

Canberra paid Sternberg fare to avoid deportation

Canberra residents funded the homeward fare for Skgmund Sternberg, the Norwegian ski and soccer star, after immigration threats surfaced. The incident followed legal and soccer federation proceedings in the ACT, with Sternberg facing departure from Australia.

Canberra Skgmund Sternberg Sodney Juratin Tomoorrow A. Pty Sternberg Ad Miekeiship Stern Australia Berg ACT Magia ACT

UN Security Council Debates Vietnam Crisis Fall Short

At United Nations headquarters a general mood suggested the council's North Vietnam crisis debate would fade without specific decisions. Officials noted lack of unity and unclear paths forward as the session unfolded with no clear resolution.

New York A.A.P United Nations Security Council North Vietnam Meesraclie Noah Emmy Canara Suu

Day of uneasy quiet as martial law declared in Vietnam

North Vietnam's possible retaliation remains uncertain while the United States strengthens air and ground support in the danger area. General Khanh announces emergency measures to secure national security and curb protests and strikes.

Vietnam Washington North Vietnam Van Dan Tnen Khanh Khanh Hide U's Senate Gulf of Tonkin America Marth Earle Wheeler Join

Quiet confidence in US diplomacy echoed in uncertain Southeast

Ambiguity marked commentary as US officials display calm posture amid Southeast Asia tensions while political factions debate strategy. Observers note cautious optimism but warn of hidden risks and shifting support at home and abroad.

North Vietnamese General Giap Named Leader in War Talks

The report profiles Vo Nguyen Giap, 52, North Vietnam’s military chief, detailing his role in the war against France and his stance toward the United States. It notes his leadership positions, wartime reputation, and background as a Viet Minh founder born in 1912 in central Vietnam.

London Priday Wees Giap Politbureau League For the Independence of Vietnamy Viet Minh Uum Banh Province An [Adm What Central Vietnam

On pages inside On pages inside 5 at 22 23 4 n

Fragmentary OCR note references page positions 22 and 23 in section 5 and item 4 n. No clear event or named entities emerge to identify a full news item or outcome.

Qantas pilots advised to avoid border crisis zones

Reports indicate Qantas planes near North Vietnam border were advised to fly wider routes as the crisis intensified. Australian authorities and airline officials discussed safety measures and potential emergency procedures with military and police on standby.

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