Troops to go on conditions in Czechoslovakia
Reports from Prague and Moscow indicate Warsaw Pact troops will be withdrawn from Czechoslovakia under a Soviet Czechoslovak agreement. Censorship powers would be reintroduced, with the Czechoslovak leadership allowed to stay in place. Talks aimed at a communique were ongoing with possible delays.
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Hanoi appeals to US public over Vietnam war
Hanoi’s spokesman Nguyen Thanh Le urged American public opinion to press for an end to the war as the Democratic Party convention opened in Chicago. He criticized Johnson’s policy and praised opposition figures who called for bombing halts, recognition of the Vietcong front, and withdrawal of U.S. troops. Humphrey said Vietnam Cong would not get a better deal if he won.
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Canberra College of Advanced Education builds first Belconnen block
A 12 million contract was let for the Canberra College of Advanced Education Belconnen building. It will house about 90 full time students and open in January 1970. The National Capital Development Commission awarded the contract for a reinforced concrete and masonry structure with basement and two upper floors, totaling 92 000 square feet. The site lies in Bruce near the future Relcannen town centre, about six miles from Canberra city.
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Late News: England-Australia Test at the Oval
In a cricket Test at The Oval England struggle in the second innings with Milham and Lawry featuring in a tentative stand. Edrich and Connolly add tentative runs as Craveney and Mallett apply pressure, leaving Cowarey not out and total 22 with four wickets down.
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PM weighs defence report amid cabinet reassessment
The Federal Cabinet eyes end October for announcement of a defence policy reassessment. Defence advisers have spent over 12 months compiling findings that concern Australia’s security posture. Prime Minister Gorton and senior ministers will consider the report, with full cabinet likely later after US talks on naval matters.
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Veteran WA politician Sir Charles Latham dies at 76
Sir Charles Latham, a long time Western Australia MP for 35 years and former Leader of the Country Party, dies aged 76. He retired as president of the Legislative Council in 1960 and was among the state's most prominent figures. The report also notes a forthcoming defence review and Asia outlook beyond the Vietnam era.
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Delay on ACT inquiry decision stalls plans
The ACT Advisory Council still decides the form and openness of its inquiry into self-government for the Territory. A midterm meeting with ministers and department officials produced no statement. A majority reportedly favored allowing ministerial nominees and council members to participate in parts of the process, with another session planned next month to set procedures and start point.
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Fifth Test at the Oval ends with Australia bowled out for 24
Australia were all out for 24 after a late 43 run rearguard stand. Test newcomer Ashley Mallett claimed the fifth Test at the Oval yesterday. England, chasing 260, slumped to four wickets for 90 in their second innings, after losing Milburn Edrich and Graveney while trying to force the pace.
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Canberra violinist to recital for charity
Ladislav Jusek, a Czech born violinist long based in Brisbane, will play a Canberra recital next month at the Playhouse Theatre Centre to raise funds for the Macy Mead Children’s Centre. The program, revised from a Soviet piece to include Honegger, omits Prokofiev Sonata.
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Prague general strike as Warsaw Pact invasion escalates
Protests erupt in Prague with klaxons and sirens marking a 15 minute general strike amid Warsaw Pact occupation. Vehicles halt as demonstrators gather near Wenceslas Square during a boy’s funeral. Soviet helicopters scatter leaflets. tanks move, and fresh troops replace early invaders. Since the invasion began five days ago, reports say 13 killed and about 200 wounded in Prague. more than 100 journalists and intellectuals arrested. The Slovak Communist Party hints at possible moves toward a separate Slovak state, while analysts warn of a negotiated compromise as the crisis intensifies.
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USSR issues Czechoslovak plea for help from socialist allies
A 1600 word Soviet backed plea from Czech Communist Party leaders, government, and National Assembly urged fraternal socialist countries to aid Czechoslovakia against what it called a reactionary drive. The document warned of underground forces attempting to undermine reforms under the New Regime and cited a smear campaign against Czech leaders. A seven page Soviet Embassy statement justified invasion as a response to an invited force, referencing a July warning to Prague.
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Missing Czech Girl in Moscow Case Stuns London
A 17 year old daughter of a Czechoslovak Communist leader vanished after leaving London for Moscow with her sick mother and father in a controversial move. Reports say she sought a visa to visit Russia, while Soviet authorities say she may be in Moscow. Her disappearance follows denouncements by Czech radio and a tentative hunt spanning Carlisle and London.
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Pravda Attacks Gorton Over Czechoslovak Crisis
Pravda in a Fry article names Australian Prime Minister John Gorton among Western leaders attacked for stance on the Czechoslovak crisis. Yuri Thao accuses leaders including Britain and the United States of defending imperialist interests while Gorton supports the US war in Vietnam and sends Australian youth to fight alongside Paraguay’s Stroessner.
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Victoria to move against bugging and rate conversations
A Victorian government official plans legislation to curb bugging and control conversations in one state. Correspondents report on Perth and Adelaide addressing a transport dilemma. A fourth stay of execution is granted to Portuguese jailer Jane Manuel Da Conta in Darwin for murder. South Vietnamese militiamen claim 621 bodies found after breaking from Doc Lap siege.
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