McEwen as caretaker PM discussed in Liberal succession push
The article reports Lord Casey proposing to determine the Prime Minister's Commission to enable a successor. It profiles Liberal candidate McMahon versus McEwen, notes ministers advised action, and previews pages with tributes and further features on the Lodge and eye witness accounts.
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Memorial service for Mr Holt and McEwen as Prime Minister
The Governor-General Lord Casey announced the Holt search yielded nothing. He will swear in Mr McEwen as Prime Minister this afternoon at Government House. A memorial service for Mr Holt will be held at St Pauls Cathedral Melbourne at noon Friday with President Johnson expected.
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Prime Minister Holt disappears amid sea search effort
Reports from Portsea describe a dramatic day as Prime Minister Holt remains missing after swimming near Cheviot Beach. Mrs Holt, officials, and witnesses express waning hope as naval and army search teams combs the coast under gale conditions and strong currents.
Search Plans Shift for Holt At Cheviot Beach
Missives recount shifting search strategy near Cheviot Beach as authorities extend effort to Port Phillip Bay shores from the Peninsulas western tip. Mrs Holt thanks volunteers, noting gratitude and widespread sympathy as divers face rough seas and strong currents.
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Johnson mourns Sashinuton in Australia after loss
The president spoke of shared pride and grief as Australians mourn the loss. The late figure was honored by leaders, with condolences issued across nations amid tributes to his contributions.
Labor and Liberal factions vie after Mr Holt disappearance
Amid continued search for Mr Holt off Portsea, Liberal Ministers meet with Governor General Lord Casey at Yarralumla to shape a response. McEwen and McMahon clash over succession, with Hashick Fairhall Gorton and Bury vying for Liberal leadership amid coalition tensions. Buckingham Palace hints Casey will attend Melbourne memorial for Mr Holt.
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