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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 29, 1966

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January Visit to Australia Uncertain Amid Ky Remarks

Saigon reports a January visit by South Vietnam’s Prime Minister Ky to Australia remains uncertain. Cabinet delays and a planned meeting conflict, while Ky defends independent stance. Calwell criticizes Ky and the visit as the Australian ambassador cannot contact Ky. Dr My, a Canberra diplomat, states remarks reflect personal views and that texts of Calwell statements were sent to Marshal Ky.

Saigon Weinenlay Austentia South Vietnam Wimor Tudys Way Marshat Tom Saigon Teray Tachy Gays Marshall Sia Hut Caivell Fig Border Marshal Dietnar Nghiern Sant Amermut Polis Calwell

Late news from Australia reports a $23 amount delivered

Fragmentary OCR notes mention an Australian context and a financial figure of twenty three dollars with unclear details. No clear names, dates, or events are discernible to establish a concrete news item.

Forged Ten Dollar Notes Flow Through NSW and Vic

Queanbeyan police report extensive forgery activity with forged ten dollar notes detected in queues and outlets. Melbourne and Sydney police indicate notes originated from Melbourne and circulated via holiday traffic with several suspects charged and ongoing inquiries across several jurisdictions.

Sydney Suny King’s Crown Aner

Sukarno and Suharto in Jakarta Impasse

In Jakarta on Wednesday President Sukarno and Military Commander General Suharto met but did not resolve the stalemate. Sukarno refused to resign while urging a cabinet aligned with him. reports of threats were rejected as unfounded. An additional meeting was planned for Friday.

Diakarta Sukarno Generado Es Diakarto Suharto P'Bes Sukarno Toshirt

Heat kills baby in New South Wales heatwave

A five month old Aboriginal child died from heat exhaustion in a tin shack at Tilpal near Wilcannia during a 112 degree day. Wilcannia Hospital cared for two other infants suffering heat illness as temperatures spiked across far western New South Wales. In Australia, reports describe a coup attempt and political discussions in Jakarta as General Suharto faces measures for stability.

Sydney Weaneacay

Vietnamese General hints at limited power over new constitution

Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Thiet told the National Assembly that government leaders would retain a measure of control as the country works toward a new constitution. He noted the assembly could propose amendments but warned actions would proceed under existing decrees until a draft is enacted.

Saigon AAP Reuters Nguyen van “Thiet National Assembly Emerday Anic Thien Walt-Jafe

Paratroopers attack Vietcong stronghold near Saigon

Paratroopers led by Lt Gen William Momyer struck a Vietcong stronghold north east of two drop zones while hundreds of Vietnamese soldiers, aided by helicopters, landed in additional areas south west of Saigon. US officials warned of only limited details due to security.

William Momyer 7Th Air Force

Fulbright plans hearings on US bombing raids in North Vietnam

Senator Fulbright chairing Senate Foreign Relations Committee plans hearings on US bombing raids in North Vietnam. He intends to summon Defence Secretary McNamara and Secretary Rusk for detailed reports on broadened bombings, mine clearing, and related congressional oversight. The inquiry aims to assess the scope and impact of ongoing raids.

Washington Fulbright Senate Foreign Relations Committee North Vietnam Ides Defence M .McNamara Ste Rusk Fo Igi Cao Ethan Pate Ee

Conflict over Cox Bros founder

Melbourne, Wednesday. The partition of Sir Frank Richardson founder and head of the allied Cox Bros Anetra Ltd retail group is disputed. The receiver manager appointed faces board resistance to Sir Frank’s position, with the likely outcome that he remains as managing director while the board and receiver conflict after January 31.

Melbourne Frank Richardson Alliag Cox Bros Anetra Ltd Melbourne Stock Fx Stock Exchange Ralph B. Lee M. Mie Rae Frank Knowles Cox Bros Ceiver Buckley

Australian killed in Vietnam recalls end of conflict

An Australian serviceman who died in Vietnam is remembered as the first Australian casualty in the war. Reports from Canberra note high casualties and rapid wartime changes as Brigadier Jackson arrived, with officials saying Australia’s military commitment could be jeopardized and the Vietcong control may grow before a possible end.

South Paul Charles Sulls Ivan St Kilda Gay Victoria Sth Luigie Crosdion Mark Viet Sidney Australia Hacine Army Meth Arave Ausra Vietnam Jackson

Chilean quake hits Chile with casualties and damage

A severe tremor near Valparaiso and Taltal, Chile, killed at least one person and injured four others. Initial reports say many homes were destroyed and around 60 percent of the area north of the quake zone suffered damages. The quake affected a town of about 100 residents, with estimates of property loss around 75 million.

Santiago Chile Pacific Monhern Taltal Here United Viernatowa Repened

Girl narrowly escapes at new pool in Canberra

An eight year old girl from Yarralumia nearly drowned at Deakin Swimming Pool yesterday morning. Michelle Dickson was rescued by bystander Robert Rose who leapt into the water fully clothed, performed mouth to mouth resuscitation and handed the girl to ambulance crew. She was admitted to Canberra Community Hospital in critical condition and later showed slow signs of improvement.

Deakin Michelle Dickson Weston Street Yarralumia Canberra Community Hopital Canberra — Police Michelle Robert Rose Rove

12 Die in Rail Crash Near New York

A transport disaster leaves twelve dead and many injured after a tanker explosion near a suburban station. Eyewitnesses describe heat and flying debris as windows shattered and passengers were thrown about. Police report a large oil tank ruptured, hindering rescue efforts and prompting evacuations.

New York Wednes Jae Tone Canen Pansan Rem Ng Fe Bown Berra

Lottery Ordinary Christmas Notes Sports 18 16

A compact listing note records a lottery related entry tied to sports and classifieds pages, with page references Lt 15 and brief context for readers seeking further details.

Christemax

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