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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 01, 1970

Page

12

Epidemic Millions Hit by Flu Across Europe

European doctors battle a winter flu described as Hong Kong influenza. Toll climbs with hundreds dead in Britain and Sweden, thousands ill, workforces cut as vaccines strain supplies. Health officials warn the epidemic spreads widely, with authorities rationing medicines and urging precautions.

Yusestavisy Hong Kong Nilkins Ministry of Healt Christyias Tooriaw Fae Hisher Belinin Denmark Franee Sweden West Germany

Two Black Men Freed From Death Row in 1967

In New Orleans on Wednesday, two men once on U S death row, Clifton Porch and the other unnamed, were freed after the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned their convictions. The court ruled black defendants were excluded from jury service, leading to a wrongful death sentence for the rape of a white woman in 1953. The release followed years in prison and a claim by a survivor that they had been punished justly.

New Orleans Gma Clifton Porch Yenta Alite Ing Sweenling US Fifth Court Ghoult Court of Appeals Guinea

Prisoner Falls To Death In San Francisco Escape

Four federal inmates attempted a well planned break from a seventh‑story cell yesterday. One prisoner fell to his death when a rope made from torn blanket strings failed. The other three companions completed the escape and fled intact.

San Francisco Unite Press International

Mrs Kennedy in Greece Reunites With Onassis in Athens

Mrs Tose Kennedy widow of Joseph Kennedy and mother of the late President Kennedy toured Asheng yesterday on New Year holiday with Aristotle Onassis. The Associated Press says Mrs Onassis wife of the shipowner returned Sunday from Enalda with her children Caroline and Jon.

Athens Wedtesday AAP Tose Kininedy Joseph Kennedy President Kennedy Aristotle — Onassis Associated Press Mra Qnassis Presiden Hee Chu Gen Caroline Jon

Glasgow police officers shot in dawn attack

In Glasgow a gunman opened fire on detectives entering a Brown Street apartment. Acting Detective Constable Anglia McKenzie died. Three other officers were wounded, two gravely, with Constable Edward Barnett and John Campbell among the injured. A fourth officer survived. Three men were charged with murder.

Glasgow Coust Anglia McKenzie Jean Edward Barnett Herd Andre Hye Atop Lon Gion John Campball Glasgins

Two Killed in Hold-Up at Louisville Grocery

Two men were shot dead during a hold-up at a small grocery in Louisville west end. Police say a second victim, Ronald Gaskin, 11, died hours later in hospital. Suspect details not released. The scene was described as chaotic with the assailants fleeing.

Louieville Kentucky Tio Foljeeman Els West End United Prees: Inc Patralmin Ronald Gaskin

Fire in Paris Flares Through Office Buildings

A chaotic blaze swept a row of office structures along the Champs Elyses area in Paris yesterday causing widespread evacuation of hundreds of workers. The fire damaged several seven story blocks and fire crews battled the flames as smoke filled the streets. Two firefighters were overcome by smoke but none of the casualties are confirmed, with officials still assessing the scene.

Paris Eire Champs, Elysees Cathey

Agnew Marcos hold private talks in Manila visit

Vice President Agnew met with Philippine President Marcos at Malacanang Palace during his Asia tour. Agnew complimented Marcos on his May Day address and signaled possible policy alignments while observers noted the pair discussed regional issues amid a formal reception attended by about 40,000 people.

Manila Wednes Jay AAP Agnew Philinines Farens United Press International Marcos Matacanan Palace Gortenlay Shme Samme Beday Ballevields Bataan Correputor Jon Han Wainwright South Vietnam Marcos Mesting Antromal Eugene. A.cernan Mick Rena Annew Gammaniler Cernan Vial Wixom Phillipines Marcus

Promise in South Korea and US vows of support

A garbled report notes ongoing talks with South Korean Premier Me Chung who assured the US would honor treaty obligations and provide resistance if needed. It mentions about 2000 South Korean troops near South Vietnam and unclear references to Tim Thine and Chong Jae amid ceremony repairs.

Me Chung Tim South Korea My Chong Jae Thor Jongside South Vietnam

Indonesia army purge confirmed amid arrests and uncertainty

An Indonesian army spokesman said a purge is under way in the armed forces with many arrests occurring. General Nawewi Alin claimed most detainees were freed after questioning. Reports also tie the arrests to a pro-Sukarno movement, with older generals implicated and connections to foreign figures suggested.

Diakarta Caap-Reuter Haprenter Arieusier Nawewi Alin Army Tator Imation Service Small Nationsl Trstiigue Am- Wiesndur Australia Geneva Saod Sandi Att

Explosions Hit Tankers Spark Fears Of New Hazards

Shipping experts in London and Durban report baffling tanker explosions affecting 200000 ton ships. The Times notes possible unknown factors from air fumes and static. Cast ashore: Shell supertanker Macho incidents kill two off Mozambique. Portland barge fire injures nine aboard a tanker. French trawler Keroller Amour crew rescued off the New Zealand coast.

London Times Ansley Brittain Japan Jessness Tayneson Durban Aapareiter Figone Africa Shell Fing * Noman Sail South Afric Dale Maeteg Portland Maine Wednesdy AAP Petal Horgs Bertil Nene Amocciano Coast Guard Anchorage Portland Barbour Iater Falmouth Aap-Reuten Reighist New Zealand

Sukarno Plays Role Amid Turmoil in Indonesia

Reporters quote Andi Sube of Macassar about shifts in Indonesia’s leadership and a banker in Djakarta, with references to former “Misa Tuike” and a death case on December 10, as the country’s political scene unsettles the South Celebes region.

Diakarla Uuap-Keuler Sukarno Torres Inonesia Has Mared A Djakarma Me Andi Sube Macassar Celebes Dow Hue Theormer Misa Tuike” Sanger de Sikain Marti

Italian urban transport strikes paralyse Rome and major cities

Widespread stoppages hit Rome Milan Naples and other Italian cities as 90 000 urban transport workers press a pay raise. Unions demand about 30 percent while employers offer up to five percent. Milan suffered seven hours without buses or trams and mass transit slowed daily life.

Rome Milan Naples Sears

Prince Juan Seen As Spain's Heir Amid Rumors

Reports from Madrid indicate Prince Juan Carlos de Bourbon is poised to become Spain's heir to the throne despite speculation about the continuity of the monarchy. The Spanish press cites General Franco era sources and various commentators questioning succession.

Madrid Francy Jam ‘Carlos de Bourbon Spain

First day truce sees heavy Vietnam clashes and near 150 deaths

On the first day of a three day New Year truce American troops report about 150 North Vietnamese and Vietcong killed in clashes. Major actions centered along the Cambodian border near Phuoc Tong Province. A US helicopter was hit triggering reinforcements, while enemy forces withdrew at nightfall with no further fighting reported.

Paris North Nam Richard Nelson Thomas Aay-Ap Eadle Stagman Robert Duncan Saigon Phwoc Tong Sigon A_ US Tay Ninh Saino Guerrilas Fin Violin

War Strikes and Casualties Reported Across Vietnam Fronts

Multiple artillery and helicopter attacks report heavy Việt Nam casualties, with 29 North Vietnamese killed and 19 bunkers destroyed. A helicopter crew suffered injuries, and another craft was shot down near Tay Ninh as anti aircraft fire raked the area. Guerrilla strikes and counteractions yield further fatalities and political fallout as South Vietnam and allied forces pursue engagements. A separate Australian report notes civilian and service connections amid a growing press code and censorship shift, detailing orphanages and public responses.

South Vietnam

POW list handed to Hanoi amid prisoner inquiry

The United States presented North Vietnam with a list of POWs asking the Communists to identify which servicemen were prisoners or dead. The move came as peace talks resumed after a 12 day Christmas break, with officials noting releases and captures tied to the prisoner issue.

Paris United States North Vietnam Philip Wobily Newotias Wwe Qolapel Fy Vintay Wus Katia Ans Lanaia Amecitin

Budget approval for South Vietnam budget figures revised

The government approves a South Vietnam budget of 179,009,545 piastres, with lower house confirmation and presidential figures cited. The exchange implies a $1.395 million equivalent, while other figures show 1,363,000 and 177,847 as related totals.

Ena Np

Boeing 747 cleared for passenger service in FAA approval

Seattle report notes the world launch aircraft, the Boeing 747, received FAA type certification for passenger use. The approval was announced yesterday, marking a milestone for new wide body jet travel and AS AAPRenter coverage.

Seattle Washington Toy Bean Federal ‘Aviation Administration

Decimal coin theft rocks Southampton amid Mint shipments

Gardful robbers seized 87 bags of decimal coins valued at 21,750 pounds in transit from the Royal Mint. The haul, part of seven-sided one pound and new decimal coins introduced for the 1970 currency shift, included five crates worth 12,000 pounds. The unguarded container theft was detected as the consignment moved from London, with some recovery reported.

Southampton Reuter Royal Mint Wy A Bank Theig Pan London Tife Hmilain Lonedon

Saigon Woman MP Draws Fire in Tumultuous Assembly

In Saigon today a female member of the National Assembly triggered a chaotic scene as deputies clashed on the chamber floor. Amid accusations of anti government ties, she brandished a pistol and was restrained before storming out, with calls for impeachment and prosecution lingering after the disruption.

Saigon Aap-Reuter National Assembly Mra Thu 60 Inc Tollawe Rome Ariel Aloe Dopuy Provident Thiel Ies Sonik Mlee Qain Imines Dioparties Tho Hil Eerlier Guinea Hhunehing Pnewomon Alpen

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