British engineers to flee Indonesia as border tensions rise
Britain will withdraw all radar and aircraft technicians from Indonesia by the weekend amid Indonesia’s confrontation with the new Malaysia federation. About 46 people, mostly Decca and International Air Radio workers and families, are being moved to safety in Djakarta.
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Djakarta
Britain
Indonesia
Federation of Malaysia
Sarawak
Sukarno
Khaantta
Andrew ‘Gilchrist
Decca International Air Radio
Westland
Decca Company
International Art Radio
Sheen
Java
Republic
Indonesia vows resolve amid sabah unrest and U S fleet moves
Indonesian leader Sukarno rejects fear as he cites strengthened ties with other nations and a U S Seventh Fleet buildup in the Indian Ocean to deter Malaysia. In Sabah police uncover the Sabah People's Rebellion Front with arms seized and several arrests. An Indonesian was killed during a Tawau raid in eight miles from Tawau town.
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Sukarno
U.S
Indian Ocean
Indonesia
Malaysia
Sabah
Sabah People’s Rebellion Front
Fesselion
Police Special Branch
No Birthday Holiday For PM Sir Robert Menzies
Vice Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies marked his 14th straight year in office, a record longer than any predecessor. He worked through the day then shopped and attended staff functions, hosting a small party at the Prime Minister’s Lodge. He also attended a diplomatic reception and a Thai ambassador’s gathering where guests toasted him.
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Sir Robert Menzies
Sir Robert
Prime Minister's Lodge
Pattie
Smith Family Christmas Appeal reaches target in Canberra Queanbeyan
The Smith Family Christmas Appeal met its £341 minimum with £174 from Queanbeyan and district, bringing total receipts to £304 15s 7d. Gifts of over £100 in toys arrived. last minute money donations accepted at 26 Torrens Street Braddon until 10 am today.
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Smith
Queanbeyan and District
Canberra
Queansbeyan
Torrens &I
Braddon
Lake Burley Griffin still 15 feet from full level
A National Capital Development Commission spokesman said Lake Burley Griffin would need a further 15 feet of rise to reach full capacity. He noted current readings show substantial filling with a February level near 1,810.24 feet and anticipated normal weather to finalize filling toward 1,825 feet. Inflow was about 150 cubic feet per second.
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Burley Griffin
National Capital Development Commission
Constable killed in Sydney region gun attack
Police hunt armed shooter after Constable Cecil Edgar Howe died from stomach wounds near Oakland Riverina. A civilian, Reginald Victor Hunter, also died. the suspect, a former Hunter employee, is sought with a 14 year old foster daughter inside a late model sedan. Road blocks and aircraft joined the search.
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Sydney
Wagga Base Hospital
Vexas
Cecil Edgar
Howe
Oakland
Wagga
Riverina
Reginald Victor Hunter
Moulamein
Wasea
Davysdale
Const. Howe
Doctors Road
Oaklands
Hunter
Const
Cecil Edlgar Howe
Speeding Proof Essential in Canberra Court Case
Canberra magistrate Mr. Hermes ruled a speeding conviction would not be recorded without positive evidence of a speedometer’s accuracy. Police failed to prove the device used, testing methods or the tester’s identity, risking costly summons for a Sydney tester or local equipment.
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Hermes
Canberra
Sydney
Australia
Richards
Vandals Damage Garema Place Fountain
A National Capital Development Commission spokesman said vandals damaged the Garema Place fountain by twisting snozzles and stopping the water. The nozzles will be repaired and adjusted as soon as possible, with completion expected in a few days.
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Garema Place
National Capital Development Commission
Twelve Fishermen Drown As Boat Capsizes at Sea
London reports twelve fishermen died when a fishing boat capsized in rough seas yesterday. The tragedy occurred during a storm, with crews unable to salvage the vessel.
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London
Last-minute Christmas Rush Hits Seven Shops in Canberra
Retailers who weathered heavy Christmas trade anticipate a final surge today and Monday as shoppers rush to buy gifts. Stores close early this afternoon and reopen 9 am to 5 30 pm on Monday and Tuesday. The Reserve Bank has circulated thousands of extra pounds in Canberra to meet demand.
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Canberra
Reserve Bank
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Drumsad
Erday Pariod
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