27 Dec 1967
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1967
Page
1
Vague positions after 6 30 pm reports show Adria Bacchi D and Pen Duick among favorites to finish near Sydney Harbour. Christian Poitrel and the French schooner are also noted in the dealing group as distances to go shrink to 640 miles.
Report describes NZ cutter ahead with several yachts in close formation miles behind. Moonbird and Lass O Luss among leaders with Weatherly and Corroboree near seaward group. Wind and sea conditions labeled excellent. only one of 67 yachts retired. Fidelis reportedly returning but denied by club spokesman.
The Bureau of Meteorology notes hot dry days with cool nights expected in Canberra for several days. Temperature fluctuations reach up to 48 degrees in a day, with forecasts showing highs near 48 and lows around 3 to 8 degrees. Fire danger rises from high to very high as temperatures climb. Water consumption falls to record lows with restrictions easing earlier in the month as visitors arrive for the holidays.
Worded as a brisk trade forecast, Canberra shoppers and visitors prepare for a three day holiday period. Post offices and stores reopen today while government offices pause for the holiday, delaying routine work and prompting planned turnovers and foot traffic.
Incoherent OCR fragment appears to report a late news snippet with garbled names and places. Unclear events, authorities, or dates are identifiable. No verifiable person or organization can be confirmed from the readable lines.
Bril bant Australia gains the hot seat in the Davis Cup against Spain after singles wins. Ray Emerson defeated Manuel Santana 6 4 6 1 6 1 and John Newsom defeated Manuel Orantes 6 2 6 2. Emerson avenged a prior loss to Santana from 1965.
Australia reach 305 for 6 at stumps in the first Test against India at the Adelaide Oval. Bobby Simpson top scores with 103 and Rod Cowper adds 108 before both are dismissed, leaving Australia with a 333-run lead. Rivets reports age 22.
Australian troops in Vietnam reportedly resist new jungle fatigues as old stock wears thin and mosquitoes bite through lighter fabrics. Senator McKellar cited advisers who say neither uniform fits harsh combat conditions. Army officials acknowledge the issue while testing a superior fabric.
Melbourne officials warn the water supply may run dry by June as pumping stops and sewage concerns rise. Wheat growers face a drought hit with Victoria’s expected deliveries down sharply, though some say quality remains high.
The Minster for Immigration Mr Shedden 31 named likely candidate says he has not decided on contesting the Prime Ministership. Other leaders including Senator Garin and Mr Fairhall weigh bids while Holt and Gorton consider seats after Higgins’ death.
Vientiane reports Laos says North Vietnamese regulars attacked Tam Bak north of Luang Prabang and Phalane in southern Laos within the last 24 hours. Lam Bok port lightly defended. Phalane reportedly repulsed the assault as the defence ministry warns the situation is very critical and tense.
US command says fighter bombers blasted two 300-ton North Vietnamese supply convoys heading south just after a 24 hour truce ended. American jets also struck Vietcong targets near the DMZ as raids continued in Viet Nam. Casualties included two US soldiers killed and 25 wounded. rail and air activity affected travel schedules in the area.
A fragmented travel note discusses holidays labeled as Gorgon days and a contrasting Englishman who rarely loosens up abroad. David Keast is cited, noting the Englishman’s lack of relaxation. The excerpt from his book To England With Trive appears today as the second extract.
Profile by Leonard Ward previews a 1d mile Canberra trig feature and highlights engineering grandeur. Economica’s Peter Long analyzes slower economic pulse. Dr Ray Lowen recounts a Mekong voyage with his wife to Phnom Penh and Angkor Wat, in an eighth installment. Pages 10 12 16 19 20
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