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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 26, 1966

Page

9

Guards arrest leaders amid upheaval in Beijing report

An Associated Press dispatch from Pebsrg sar Venienitay cites authorities in Beijing linking arrests of senior military and party figures to a major shakeup. Ret Grime blamed the action on internal strife within the Defence Ministry and the ruling party, naming several officials as targets of the crackdown.

Asihre Peking Pong Riv Hsiang Yong Bn Prac Bo Tame

Mao Tse-tung idolized as sun and guide of 700 million Chinese

Hong Kong reports Mao Tse-tung, 73 tomorrow, in strong health and at peak popularity. State media praise him as the sun, light, and moral guide. Mao’s quotations book is termed the Red Bible and widely displayed. A Chinese folk song elevates him above parents, while observers note his influence in planning defense and atomic efforts.

Hong Kong Aap-Reuter Mao Tse-tung Sti Timesr Staos Haught Cme China Pian Sun, Light House, Food and Company Mao Hunan Peking Anna Luise Strong

Wild rumours swirl as Mao reappears in May amid Hangchow rumors

Rumors spread that Mao Zedong disappeared from public life for months and suffered paralysis. He resurfaced in May to meet an Albanian Party delegation at a resort city near Hangzhou, then swam the Yangtze in 65 minutes. Western papers doubted the feat, but Chinese media hailed him as vigorous and healthy.

Mao Pune Hangchow Aol Peking Yangtse Acti Wimmiyne Tuc Mhinese

Fourth wife and Red Guards in upheaval after speech

The article recounts a chaotic scene as observers push to hear Red Guards remarks by a prominent leader. A partisan rally ends with derision and cries, while the leader’s fourth wife, actress Chan Kig, is noted as part of an extensive family. The piece frames the incident within Cultural Revolution era turmoil and the ongoing Maoist drive.

Fan Pai Yepl Seaboss Chan Kig Gerry Gesmon API Mac Julion Tie Dim

The Queen Women and public life in harsh times

The Queen recalls women's determination and gentleness shaping society amid prejudice and disease. It stresses women speaking out against restrictive customs and highlights their role in social and political development across the past century.

Tondon Saul

Christmas Gift Traditions Across the World

A scattered text reflects on the custom of gift giving since ancient times and its continuation today. It notes that Christmas presents are meant to bring momentary pleasure while warning that true peace requires personal reflection on inner needs and feelings.

Pope visits flood damaged Florence cathedral amid devastation

The Pope tours Florence after a devastating flood, blessing crippled worshipers and inspecting damaged walls and streets around Santa Maria del Fiore. He sought signs of resilience as workers and residents cope with the disaster’s impact on the city.

Snowy New York Toll Rises in Christmas Traffic

A chaotic Christmas Day in New York and across the Northeast sees a rising road toll as heavy snowfall disrupts travel. National Weather Service warnings extend into the New England region while authorities report dozens dead or injured in multi state accidents.

Move to Aid Powell Sparks Racial Tension Debate

Washington reports a nationwide drive to support Congressman Powell amid a fight to deny his seat. Reverend Andrew Fowler and Phillip Randolph led a rally in Washington urging Congress to address alleged inequities and threats to Powell’s position, while Democratic allies warned of legal and political risks.

Washington Newnes Henry New York Adam Chayton Powell Congress Andrew Fowler Cwnmitttee Porteys Powells Hoye Pahour

Mrs Kennedy heads to sun on holiday amid row over book

In New York and amid publicity, Mrs Kennedy plans a sun holiday in the British West Indies for Christmas week. Controversy swirls over William Manchester's Death of a President book, with Harper and Row negotiating rights and a significant advance as legal and public drama surround the Kennedy memoir project.

New York Kennedy British West Fias Heen William Manchester Hook Dell Sar Harper and Row Kenedy Tiewlay Keeneiy Manchester Mie Kennedy Camelot

Bethlehem Nativity Services Across City Amid Midnight Mass

Thousands of pilgrims from around the world attended midnight services in Bethlehem as churches in Manger Square and nearby sites lit up for Christmas. Monks and Latin Patriarchs led rites at the Church of the Nativity and Franciscan chapels while tourists queued for late entries and improvised market tickets under the glow of Bethlehem’s holiday spectacles.

Bethiepmem Jesus Christ Ine Cro Velenra Mois Santa Nazarette Galiler St Joseph Dormiion Abrey Manger Square

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