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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 31, 1966

Page

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Suspected 10 000 arrested in Java drive

An army colonel in Central Java says about 10 000 people have been arrested in a drive aimed at mopping up Communist Party underground elements. Colonel Jasir, commander of an infantry brigade in Solo, reported the figures via Antara news agency, noting roughly 7 000 came from the Kinen area between Solo and logiakarn Klaten. The report mentions food shortages and planned attacks around October, tied to the anniversary of a failed Communist coup and clashes in Bandung.

Djakarta AAP Java Communist Party Jasir Solo Antara Kinen Logiakarn Klaten Yeon Eesti Neveppaner Tiaktt Bandung Banding Sidan Truoistea Catholic Nt. Communist University Smidente’ Acton Command Kam Nurung Setia

Argentine polo association withdraws Duke loan

The Argentine Polo Association says the Duke of Edinburgh will not join the English polo team due to the British Government's 45 limit on travel expenditure abroad amid austerity. No Buckingham Palace action has been taken.

Buenos Aires Duke of Edinburgh Buckingham Palace

Kaunda declines to attend London Commonwealth talks

President Kaunda of Zambia announced at a press conference that he would not attend the Commonwealth leaders conference in London next week. He said British government policies toward Rhodesia and sanctions crises influenced his decision, and he would lead a Zambian delegation with Foreign Minister Kapwepwe.

Lusaka Aap-Reuter Kaunda Zambia London Dr Kaunda Kapwepwe Denmark Naunde MF Wika Kalida Smith Toshay

Private shops to the priority in Belconnen

Plans for Belconnen shopping centres differ from Woden Valley, with private shops prioritized and early sites in Lyons and Hughes. The NCDC aims to have two stores ready in Lyons next year, while Curtin will not host a corner store. Auctioning of leases expected by mid next year.

Belconnen Woden Valley Woden Wevel TOR” Csiminsion Thelopedan Lyons Chiffey Hughes Garran Han Lyons NCDC NDC Pater Belcosnen Lyons I Com Larly Curtin Meration

Australian PM Arrives in Honolulu for London Conference

Australian Prime Minister Mr Finite arrived in Honolulu on Tuesday ahead of a four day, one day stop en route to the Commonwealth Prime Ministers conference in London.

Honolulu Uaap-Reuter Mr Finite Commonwealth Prime Ministers' Conference London

Late News Fragment on AAP Meany Minuit Helm

Fragmentary OCR text references Hans Bat and Meany as ministers and leaders in a hurried report. Mentions Minuit and Aut, with unclear context and partial names. No clear event, date, or location discernible from readable words.

Hans Bat Cap

Firms Offer Drugs For Five Year Old Patient

Sydney pharmaceutical firms have offered to supply three of the drugs needed by Christopher Luck of a fibro muscular disease. Johnson Pty Ltd will provide free drugs costing about £23-30 yearly growth. An overseas company offers to supply the most expensive drug at one third of the monthly cost. The orphan committee in Grannia has written to the Director General of Health asking to place the drug on the free list.

Sydney Christopher Luck Me Johnson Pty Ltd Christopher Ar Jing Gree Pblic Grannia

Life sentence in Calwell shooting case at Mosman

Kocan of Lang Road Centennial Park Sydney pleaded guilty to wounding Mr Calwell with intent to murder after a political meeting at Mosman on June 21. NSW Chief Justice Sir Leslie Herron imposed a life term in Central Criminal Court. The judge called the crime one of the most serious in the criminal calendar and stressed deterrence for public figures.

Calwell Central Criminal Court Sydney Mrs Kocan Peter Raymond Kocan Kocan Lang Road Centennial Park Mosman Ciel Nsw Leahe Herron Criiinal Court Calwellay Darlinghurst Leslie Herron Sir Leste Mr. Calwell Leslie Rehan Perhape Assansinat de Tralia Australia Schmalzbach Leslie Aid Fiona Melbourne eBay

Decision on Rebel faces Labor caucus at midnight

The Parliamentary Labor Party executive will decide this morning if Mrs Benson may attend the Labor meeting at 10.30am. Mr Benson, a Melbourne Labor member, may still be part of the party or stand as an independent for Batman in the November 26 election. The row centers on suspicions of extremism and possible expulsion before the caucus session, with the outcome uncertain as midnight approaches.

Labor Party Benson Labor Labor Melbourne Matman Hamsell Ausra Batman Benson Has As the UR Cata Ready Severed His Connection Sat Spayem Electra Australia Elon Thia Getdence DLP

Desertions Rise in South Vietnam Troops See Harsher Penalties

Saigon reports desertions from Vietnam’s 705,000 strong armed forces are nearly 200 percent higher than last year. A new decree imposes harsher punishments up to death for desertion, with military courts ordering the penalty as deserting in the face of the enemy. The surge mirrors higher rates in 1966 first six months, prompting speculation on morale and enforcement.

Syul Poaexchanar Leany Saigon South Vietnam Itar

Missing Fishermen Found After 10 Days Adrift

One of three missing men, Richard Mears, 27, was found alive in a hut near Promontory Inland after ten days in Bass Strait. He told rescuers he was none the worse for his experience. A full search for his companions Kenneth Robb, 20, Brian Robb, 27, and Neil Gabar will resume. They were forced to abandon their stricken boat after a freak wave near San Remo.

Melbourne Richard Mears Tony Big Glennie Wilsons Alana Mears New Haven Rss Arene Poobanty Maryaq San Remo Cray Obwen Tohn Farley Kenneth Robb Brian Robb Neil Gabar

Treasury repays overpaid salary to former public servant

The Treasury repaid 109 pounds 16 shillings into a former public servant's private bank account after an overpayment of salary. The amount had already been credited to the employee's account and drew no authorized instruction from the bank or department. The case involves Mr Samuel of Kew and Mr McMahon commenting on the lack of clarity about corrective actions and any bank notification.

The Treasury Hank Janiel McMahon Ian Nalement Trew House” of Representatives Sary Jon He Samuel G. Samuel Kew Mau Egies Earantion Hoahourne Department of Interior Faucet Treasury Ham McMahon Saenuelt

Air fare rise requests from Angett ANA and TAA

Domestic air travel operators Angett ANA and TAA have asked Minister Swarts to approve fare increases ranging from 3 to 6 percent. Canberra officials said Swarts would consider the applications at a later date.

Angett-Ana TAA Aiv Aviation Swarts Canberra

Smoking and drinking dearer in NG report

Minister Mr Holt warns that smoking and drinking costs rise in NG. Page BB shows a brief note on price increases and policy concerns.

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