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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 21, 1961

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Berlin Border Closure After Troop Arrival Feared

The American Associated Press reports Berlin may seal all traffic after troops arrive. A German spokesman Dr Wolf Wirth released statements noting Bernstedt border crossing on the autobahn from Hanover is used by about 1,500 U S troops heading to Berlin.

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Berlin Blockade Strains Traffic and News From Berlin

Reports describe floods and damaged lines around Berlin and a Soviet blockade affecting rail and road movement. U S and British officials monitor morale in West Berlin as Moscow rejects protests over border barricades and considers a broader crisis.

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Clash at Bizerta Base Sparks Civil Unrest

About 20 preich soldiers and rioters clashed as French paratroopers and marines struggled to contain protesters in Bizerta. Reports say casualties among demonstrators and soldiers followed a weekend rally over refugee policies. President Youguba praised patriotism as authorities ordered reinforcements and warned against further disorder.

Rifle Range vandalism shocks Canberra community

Vandals armed with rifles destroyed equipment worth about £200 at the Canberra Rifle Range last week. They shot at club buildings and furniture, damaged a storage shed, ripped roof sheets, and tampered with target frames. Police are investigating as club captain T Taylor urges vigilance for paint traces on footwear.

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Opposition Attacks Budget As Parliament Sets Schedule

The Opposition leader Cadwell will attack the budget tomorrow at 8 p m with a censue motion to reduce estimated items. The government plans a fortnight recess, Holt travels to represent Australia at global meetings, and cabinet meets in Accra Ghana. The budget session may end early with election date likely in December.

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Boy Drowns in River During Rescue at Hesham

Six trawlers searched the Hunters river for the body of 14 year old Alan Ray Wilson of Maida Hexam who drowned while paddling home in a homemade tin can. He disappeared after slipping into the water as the craft capsized in cold conditions.

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Car Forced Off Road At 90 mph Incident Reported

Police squad car with three detectives forced a speeding vehicle off a highway near Cahorra Police Station. Officers allege the suspect, described as an adult male, possessed a quantity of sedative pills. The case follows a chase ending at the hospital.

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Jet Record Turbo Fan Sets Fastest America to Asia Flight

A Boeing 17 yesterday completed the fastest ever America to Asia commercial flight. The jet beat the previous Boeing record by 2 hours 9 minutes, marking a new speed milestone for a commercial airliner.

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