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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1972
Page
7
Waterlilies grow easily in Canberra ponds and entice gardeners. The article details why they are among the simplest pond plants, plus notes on ancient use, pond construction, and concrete saucer pond methods to ensure a durable, crack-free water garden feature.
A garbled article surveys gardening tips for aquatic plants and tubers alongside a fragmented discussion of Rhodesia, sport diplomacy, and royal affairs. It mixes care instructions for water plants with mentions of Rhodesia and political commentary on monarchy, independence, and international reactions, all rendered in a jumbled OCR style.
The Times and Guardian pieces debate Britain's pace and formality in handling crises, comparing legal procedure to military justice, while critiquing racial violence in Australia and Morocco. The Daily Telegraph comments on Amin’s regime, and the West Australian notes poverty inquiries, urging thorough analysis beyond political posturing.
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