This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1971
Page
12
War brief summarises heavy casualties on both sides with Indian and Pakistani forces engaged. Reports indicate significant fatalities and ongoing combat actions across front lines as authorities assess daily developments and strategic moves.
A garbled report mentions a raid on a library in Peshawar and references Rawal Penal and nearby locations. It also alludes to political figures and a press event in Washington with unclear details about timing and participants. The text is unreadable and contains many errors and missing facts.
Reporting from New Delhi the prime minister said India will pursue peace not war after ceasefire with Pakistan held for 24 hours. He warned against unprovoked aggression and urged restraint while Islamabad faced questions over violations and consequences of renewed hostilities.
A fragmented report notes guerrilla threats tied to the continental front as forces clash and warnings are issued. Mention appears of rival factions and shifting loyalties amid ongoing hostilities.
A fragmentary report describes chaotic conditions near a port city as smoke and fog hamper visibility. It mentions involvement of local authorities and a Pakistan related incident, with unclear details and several unreadable phrases.
Massive displacement described as East Pakistanis, amid war and civil leadership turmoil, await orders to evacuate from camps at Salt Lake. The report covers political resignations, military control shifts, and plans for a civilian government amid Pakistan’s crisis.
Reports from New Delhi say observers expect West Pakistan to demand the release of Awami League chief Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as part of any deal. Indian papers largely welcomed the ceasefire news, though some warned of tough bargaining ahead amid tensions and large numbers of Pakistani prisoners.
Reports from Islamabad state Sheik Mujibur Rahman’s treason trial concluded for the day with no verdict issued. Government officials indicated the case remains unresolved as authorities recount charges including yeasnn and state abuse while Awaami League and allied groups consider further actions amid ongoing unrest.
Mr B A Santamaria, head of the National Civic Council, warned on a television program that Soviet influence grew after India signed a military pact with the USSR. He said Soviet control over arms to India gave Moscow leverage, reducing U S influence and altering regional power dynamics, with potential implications for Pakistan.
The 1971 discussion covers monetary policy shifts aimed at growth and private sector stimulus. It notes slow money supply growth, calls for policy through money markets, and urges restoring the special investment allowance to boost capital expenditure. Inflation pressures and wage-setting impacts are highlighted, with profits rising due to Custom Credit Corporation and overall bank earnings improving despite costs. Melbourne report cites Sir James Torrent as chairman.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.