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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 12, 1971

Page

12

Northern Ireland conflict assessed as stalemate and reform options

The piece analyzes sectarian violence in Northern Ireland, arguing reconciliation seems distant. It weighs direct rule from London, reunification by peaceful means, and the rise of the Alliance Party as potential moderating forces amid entrenched religious bigotry. It notes political paralysis at Stormont and concerns over military reliance.

Northern Ireland Pakistan Middle East Stormont London Westminster Labour Fastner Belfast Irish Republic Two Irelands Alliance Party

Trial by public gaze in Sheik Rahman case opposed

Letters to the editor protest a secret in camera trial of East Pakistan figure Sheikh Rahman. Readers urge government openness, warning that exclusion from international opinion harms due process and public trust. Names and affiliations appear amid a collage of participants and supporters.

Nul East Pakistan Sheik Bur Rahman Pah Fan Wealonal Wiven Annewe Sheik Mashur Raman Srs Generslly Heoffrey Sahero Conner Salliam Softai Pia de Jong Tan Piordens Chawpond MINN Mackerras Dave Ie Une Salem AC ADIL Anne’ AY Sip Reith Hancock Basham Kwon

Barrier to study and access to education voices

Readers protest barriers to study at Canberra venues highlighting admission refusals to an Advanced Education diploma course and calls to broaden entry to other sub professional advanced training. Letters also report on public facilities and discrimination issues for women and ex servicemen, urging fair access and inquiry into conduct at RSL venues and police actions. The correspondence frames education access as a wider equality question in Canberra society.

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Daylight Saving Debate and Proposed Change

A discussion outlines daylight saving concepts and the potential impact of shifting clocks. The text cites general benefits and drawbacks including earlier darkness and longer daytime, noting that authorities consider extending daylight hours to avoid future referendums.

Postman clears hut at Deakin shops this Saturday

A reader reported a postman clearing a hut at Deakin shops this morning, noting the time around 8. The observer described the scene and the postman's movements in a brief hometown update.

Deakin

New quality for wool—enduring label discovery

A fragmented note ponders wool quality and synthetic competition. The writer cites a cardigan label reading “Staline, machine washable, pilee fistant” as evidence influencing perceptions of wool’s value in Australian markets.

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Fair play appeal after controversial rugby match at Canbera Oval

A reader reports a despicable taint on a Sunday rugby game at Canberra Oval. He claims premeditated misconduct by Fast Emre players and abusive language from a committee member, urging action by the executive and representatives to prevent repeats and safeguard fair play.

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Out-of-order TV sets advertised in local papers

Readers report advertisements claiming to sell television sets described as working when they were not. The Canberra Times and Your Newerper noted advertised sets priced low to lure customers, causing wasted trips. A buyer details a son’s pocket money used for purchase and a misleading ad campaign.

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Royal National Exhibition Seats and Sponsors Noted

Fragmented OCR text references a royal event, an exhibition, and associations with names like Sir Paul and Lady Heaslagh. Details are unclear due to damaged text. main ideas include a regal patronage, a national industry display, and mentions of sponsors in a ceremonial context.

Paul Heaslagh Royal National

Rhodesia settlement hinges on Anglo Rhodesian deal

Rhodesia faces a complex compromise to gain legal independence while gradually advancing African political rights. The path hinges on reconciling a Rhodesian republican constitution with Britain's no majority rule principle, amid sanctions and diplomatic pressure.

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