Malayan Leader Explains Accord On Peace Delay
Malayan Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman announced to Parliament that he yielded to Indonesian demands to delay Malaysia’s federation date. He disclosed the Manila meeting with Indonesian and Philippine leaders and said the August 31 foundation was postponed to preserve peace.
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Tanka Abdul Rahman
Malaysia
Manila
Indonesia
Philippines
Federation of Malaysia
Malaya
Borneo
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Tunku
Soekarno
Macapagal
Thehilippines
Malaysia delays formation amid Indonesian hold and Manila talks
The Tunku praised Malaysia unity and patience as Manila talks with Indonesia and the Philippines produced agreement to delay Malaysia’s foundation until the UN gauged Borneo peoples’ wishes. He cited Indonesian threats and mobilisations in the South China Sea and Straits of Malacca while urging continued peace and neighborly goodwill. Clashes along Sarawak’s border raised concerns about a tranquil future, and Sabah Alliance planned a demonstration in Jesselton when a UN team arrived.
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U.N
British North Borneo
Sarawak
Saskarno
Malaysia
Indonesia
South China Sea
Straits of Malacca
Associated Press of America
Malaya
Singapore
North Borneo
Donald Stephens
Sabah Alliance
Jesselton
Explosives Ship Fire Brought Under Control in Auckland Harbor
The British freighter Suffolk anchored in Auckland Harbour battled a morning blaze in its hold threatening explosives and chemicals. Firemen watersiders and the crew worked to unload cargo to reach the seat of the fire as explosive experts joined the effort. The NZ Broadcasting Commission said the fire was under control by late afternoon with 200 tons of explosives on board and the ship commanded by Captain H J Sladen.
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Wellington
N.Z
Moulay
Auckand
New Zealand Broadcasting Commission
Auckland
Suffolk
Harbour Board
H. J. Sladen
Britain
Last Tasks on Bridge Span Near Commonwealth Bridge
Workmen fitted railings to the eastern span and installed fluorescent lighting under the hand rail. The eastern section will open to two way traffic at month’s end, enabling the diversion road closure and speeding western span work. The photo was taken facing south.
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Commonwealth Bridge
Boundaries Compromise in Rural Representation Debate
Liberal and Country Party leaders move toward a compromise on electoral boundaries. Disputes over terms stalled last year’s proposed changes by Electoral Commissioners. Country Party MPs push for general amendments to require consideration of area and sparse population.
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Country Parties
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M.P
Country Party
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Scotland Yard identifies four possible train robbers
Scotland Yard detectives know four men who may belong to the gang that last week robbed a train of £3m. One suspect, Ernest Millen, is missing from London. A 24 hour watch on five men’ s homes was ordered as police receive hundreds of tips about the high value reward of £260,000.
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London
Scotland Yard
Daily Express
Superin
Ernest Millen
East End
Daily Mail
Scotland Ward
Scotland
Britain
Holt Confident Of Fifth Budget Dim View From Opponent
Prime Minister Holt expressed confidence that his fifth budget will be expansionary with possible tax cuts for individuals and businesses and pension increases. Opposition leader Calwell offered a stark contrast, saying the government could not produce a popular budget even if it tried.
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Queensland
Sydney
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Mr. Calwell
India Trains More Troops For Himalayan Border
New Delhi sources report India is forming eight new mountain divisions to defend the frontier against China. The additions bring India’s frontier force to about 100000 men, specialists in mountain warfare, while China is estimated to have about 130000 on its side.
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New Delhi
A.a.p.reuter
India
Mission to Sell Ikara Weapon System Abroad
A Navy Department of Supply technical mission will travel overseas next month to sell Australia's Ikara anti submarine weapon system. The mission will offer Ikara to the United States France and several European NATO members in the North Atlantic Alliance.
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Joint Navy Department of Supply
Australia
United States
France
New Canberra Bus Timetable Redefines City Routes
A new timetable for Canberra public buses coincides with Lennox Crossing closure. Most north south trips use Commonwealth Avenue with peak hour diversions to Kings Avenue. Acton routes vanish, replaced by feeder service from Community Hospital to the city on Route 5, half hourly Monday to Saturday and hourly Sunday. Overall services increase about 30 percent as city growth drives more routes and coverage. Timetables go on sale Thursday from Kingston depot, Tourist Bureau, and newsagents.
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Tourist Bureau
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Deakin
Phillip Avenue
Madigan Street
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Ainslie
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War Memorial
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Fairbairn Avenue
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Pialligo
Russell
Lennox Bridge Closes Monday
Lennox Crossing will close permanently to traffic next Monday at 7.30 am to allow completion of walls by the lake and permit filling by October. A National Capital Development Commission spokesman noted the crossing’s long usefulness and its once photo friendly eastern approach. The closure enables work on the Commonwealth Avenue Bridge southern approaches and the intersection with Lennox Crossing, with flooding of the crossing expected by September.
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Lennox
National Capital Development Commission
Commonwealth Avenue Bridge
Avenue
Lennox Crossing
Weather and entertainment listings skimmed for Friday
Weather page notes regional forecasts with light winds and showers possible. TV and radio listings outline programs for the evening. Pad amusement notices highlight theater and cinema options. Small ads and finance section cover market signals and local deals.
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