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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 26, 1968

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Moslem wedding in Lampung couple to settle in Australia

Miss Moijani Tholii and Mr Hasan Bade from Lampung Sumi Tado Nesta wed at Red Hill hosted by the Indonesian Embassy. The ceremony was conducted by Imam Masiboerdias with Mrs Achiadi Achid Sjarif assisting in making the traditional gown. The couple will reside in Yarralunli after a touring honeymoon.

Hasan Badri Sumatra Moeljani Thohir Kosasih Moijani Tholii Hasan Bade Lampung Sumi Tado Nesta Red Hill Basri Haznun Pesteetay Wille & A Colombe Plan Australia Me Badri Australis Australisan National University Imam Masiboerdias Achiadi Achid Sjarif Rumaia Achiadi Badri Yarralunli

Vietcong Storm US Base in Mekong Delta Battle

Vietcong forces stormed a US patrol base near the Mekong Delta, killing about 20 American troops including a company commander. They destroyed 11 armored personnel carriers, seized a 155 mm gun, and fought with reinforcements, air support, and bombers. U.S. casualties reported 30 killed and 68 wounded. 24 weapons captured.

Saigon Mekong Gon South “Vietnam

Socialist leader Pom Hyamons dies at 92 in London

Former eighth Prime Minister and key figure in the international socialist movement Pom Hyamons died at his home, aged 92. He served as secretary of the West American party and was known to friends of Lenin and Tulsky.

Pom Hyamons Yunny Wie West Aneranional Lenin Tulsky Calban Calbban Brevens

Collapse of Front in India Landslide Victory for Congress

New Delhi reports Mrs Indira Gandhi's Congress government has imposed president's rule in Uttar Pradesh, a state with over 73 million population. The move follows a fracture among rival parties. This marks the third state to come under direct central control amid political instability.

New Delhi Ia Gandhi Congress Uttir Prades Dicent Conter

Canberra Forecast Shows Heat Relief Amid Showers

Weather services report cooler air and a chance of showers over Southern New South Wales and the ACT after a spell of heat with six straight days above 90 degrees. Canberra recorded a 98 degree high earlier this month and firefighters in Bombay battled a bush fire spreading across about 500 acres. The Fire Authority planned a second day of total fire ban. water consumption noted.

A Spakeanyan Canberra Meteorological Bureau Yosientay Nsw Act Bombay

Navy considers medicals reforms after second inquiry

The minister Mr Chip announced changes in naval administration following the second inquiry. Annual medicals would be required for captains and above, with examinations by civilian doctors rather than naval officers. Commanders of major warships must have exams three months before taking command, and ulcers trigger shore service followed by medical board review every three years. The commission spent days, costing about 650000 pounds, and the report to Lord Casey will be debated in Parliament.

Chip Mc Chinn Chipp Lord Casey Supreme Colt Tismania Stanley Burhay Supreme Court Judge Asprey Fattye Lue Sankey’ Brury Tides Asprey Hechise Justice Locar

T AM VINDICATED: CAPTAIN Robertson speaks in Sydney

Captain R J Robertson former commander of HMAS Melbourne says Tam Vindicated after the Second Voyager Royal Commission report. MPs Jess St John and Tuve debate the finding. Robertson states he will not discuss pension plans yet. The Prime Minister promises a full parliamentary debate next month.

John Jess la Trobe Jess Edward St John L Warringal Nsw Royal Commission Mo Gorton Jon Melbourne Retertanrt Roberton Navy Peto Cabvaythas Een Cenhubed Grelatnes Huse

Robertson cleared in Voyager report

Captain R J Robertson former commanding officer of HMAS Melbourne is cleared of blame in the Voyager sinking by a second Royal Commission. It also finds Captain Stevens unfit to command HMAS Voyager at the end of 1963 due to a medical condition. The report notes extenuating circumstances and recommends stricter medical checks for sea command appointments.

Himas Bievons Far East Chese Caian de House of Rep R. J. Robertson HMAS Melbourne Voyager Duncan H. Stevens John Spicer Stevens Jervis Bay Kelly Bate Hmas Malbourne J. R. McNeill M. C. Tiller

Moon Bar Wins Commonwealth Gold Cup In Photo Finish

A limp ridden former pack horse named Moon Bar claimed victory in the 12 furlong Commonwealth Gold Cup at Canberra Racecourse, beating rival Tima after a protest. Trained by Low Flack and owned by Joe Love, the horse has overcome a prior accident and multiple Sydney starts to secure the win.

Moon Bar Canbeera Mr Joe Tima Raseen Sydney Igo Olife Love Bombali Low Flack Jong Tenn

Victory for coalition in NSW election sweep

In NSW a Liberal- Country Party coalition secured a sweeping win, holding most seats and adding new ones including Gosford. Premier Askin will recall Parliament within weeks to address reform. In Melbourne a by election in Higgins produced a large majority for McGorton, signal­ing a strong federal result.

Nsw Liberal — Country Party Gosford Yorstin Suher Fan Me Askin Regent Frenahary Tenges Pome

Canberra Homes feature in Canbarra Times weekly plan

The Canberran Times announces a Tuesday home and building page with private home reports from Canbaren area. Each report will include pictures and a house plan. Classified pages 10 and 11 carry the webdters spending section.

Canter Times Cankaren Canbarra Times

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