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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1960
Page
5
Sir Edmund Hillary reported evidence of tracks and a scalp in the Himalayas linked to the Yeti. He noted the scalp, about 250 years old, resembled a high crown and suggested it as a specimen for scientific examination.
In inland New South Wales a heat spell brought readings near or over 100. Wilcannia reached 105 degrees while Ivanhoe Bourke Cobar Newcastle and Walgett all topped 100 as a high pressure system moved west of Bass Strait and approached the region.
Bonn reports a substantial agreement on a new trade treaty between West Germany and the Soviet Union after six weeks of talks. A Berlin clause to treat West Berlin as part of West Germany was discussed but not finalized. The Soviet stance remains that Berlin is part of East Germany.
A report notes woolgrowers favor a poll on floor price in the free auction system for wool clip. Advocates argue the fixed price would provide security and stability, while some want to hear the opposing view before deciding if a floor price solves insecurity.
The radio page lists Highlights of Opera Se Cachet 298 Best in Music featuring Sherlock Holmes as Bach Flute Sonatas and a Music Lover segment. Times shown include 4 15 and 5 mile 75 with programs at 4.00 and 1 00.
A fragmented radio listings page outlines programs across stations with entries including The Broken Melody, The Radio Doctor, Authors' Playhouse, and Thanks for the Men. The schedule shows times from early evening into midnight and prices or notes where available.
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