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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1968
Page
1
A hot day with patchy rain and thunder possible later tomorrow or early next week. Cloudy and very warm today with north to northeast winds, gusty in the late afternoon and a high near 84 degrees. Tomorrow looks to bring more clouds and unsettled conditions with stronger northeast winds.
Just after midnight at the North House Avenue and Wakefield Avenue intersection in Braddon, two separate crashes occurred after new traffic lights were installed. Six people were slightly hurt, with victims described as B. Grieve 21 Naembune dah J. Nowell 17 Lyneham Miss M Short 17 Aranda G. Rope 17 Ainslie, and Miss W Guthbertson of Watson also sustaining minor injuries.
Late news from Caracas reports ten bodies recovered near the wreckage of a Pan American Boeing 707 that crashed into the sea about three miles off Caracas at night. The plane carried 42 passengers and a crew of nine. More details on page 5.
Perth spectators glimpse a tense prelude to the final 3500 mile leg as rain damages stretches on the Nullarbor and police remove route lights from competing cars. Inspectors probe chassis holds while 16 cars receive repair notices ahead of Fremantle based countdown.
London report says Opposition leader Heath told the 1922 Committee MPs to prepare for a general election next year citing Prime Minister Wilson may call a vote in 1969 if economic trends do not improve. Heath warned Labour faces possible defeat as Conservatives push for an early campaign.
ANU professor says first year science failure rates across NSW universities will mirror ANU results, with Macquarie less affected. Remedial tutorials run at the University of New England to combat declines. Revised ANU pass rates show major drops in physics and chemistry, biology faring slightly better, while geology shows a moderate decline.
Brisbane Friday reports Premier Bjelke-Petersen urged warning signs be used on aps during talks with Police Commissioner Bischof about traffic enforcement including radar and breath tests.
At Hobart on Friday the university revealed one student impersonated another in a chemistry matriculation exam to gain a credit. Both students were barred from entry to the University of Tasmania until 1970 for breach of examination rules. The registrar, D A Kearney, said the impersonation involved a student matriculated in 1967 who sat again this year but not in chemistry while the impersonated student was taking matriculation for the first time this year.
The NSW central executive of the ALP ordered a new ACT pre election ballot to be recon tested by sitting member J. R. Fraser and winner G. Walsh. The rerun set for March 15 followed a credentials committee recommendation citing Walshs union membership and some voters credentials.
Mr Walsh criticizes the NSW decision as grounds for a federal party appeal while Mr Fraser notes the outcome was based on evidence. The executive backed a new ballot after protests over the original vote, requiring Walsh to secure union membership within 30 days and permitting a returning officer to oversee the re-credentialing process.
A Darwin writ filed by Aborigines on behalf of clans including the Gumiat and Mangala seeks injunctions and declarations over Arnhem Land and surrounding regions, alleging ownership and use rights. The case targets areas leased to Nabalco and involves the Federal Government with hearings likely early next year.
In Beenleigh, 20 miles south of Brisbane, Mervyn John Simpkins, 23, described as an amateur, raided nine premises in one night. The district court judge noted the crime wave origin and sentenced him to two years with suspension after three months on good behavior.
In a 1830s era feature, the 6153 acre Winderadeen estate between Lake George and Collector, owned by Mr Alexander Armstrong MLC, is slated for auction January 31. The report notes Bolaro station at Ada minaby and other colonial properties to be sold the following Thursday, highlighted in Saturday Features.
A collage of brief items notes NSW Premier Askin complaining that aid to independent ACT schools was insufficient. The Vietcong peace delegation hints at broader participation in National Liberation. Italy’s President Saragat swears in a new government amid labor unrest. Britain’s improving balance sheets lift sterling on world markets. A nautical inquiry cites omissions and errors in the Wahine disaster report. A wool feeder discusses producing top superfine fleece. Miscellaneous pages include TV, arts, and classifieds in the 1969 issue.
The Canberra Times will publish a Canberra Tourist Guide detailing attractions and facilities for visitors to Canberra. Another holiday feature is a two-in-one crossword with clues for casual puzzlers and cryptic enthusiasts. The first crossword appears on Monday.
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