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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 02, 1962
Page
5
A Melbourne reader laments ticket refunds and faulty rail service on New Year’s Day. The writer describes delays, failed calls, and a refund denial after a wrong booking, urging the Bureau and Railways to share responsibility and allow a proper refund.
The Netherlands proposes negotiations with Indonesia on the future of West New Guinea while upholding the right of self determination for its indigenous people. The move follows Australian pressure and comes as Indonesia warns of possible force in the dispute.
Melbourne faces severe drought effects with hose bans, water restrictions, and dwindling storage to about 20 weeks. Heat waves trigger 250 car breakdowns. flood of public calls and fires, plus looming water shortages pressure authorities for action. The report notes global visitors at Wonga Park, and a railway milestone with new standard gauge track to Sydney anticipated tomorrow.
Moscow reports highlight Kozlov as Nikita Khrushchev’s suggested successor though his standing within the Presidium remains uncertain. The article contrasts Kozlov with Rasias Mikoyan, noting Kozlov’s strict adherence to party line, hard administrative style, and rapid rise through Soviet ranks from peasant origins to Moscow leadership.
The Minister for Health Senator Wade will examine proposals that the Commonwealth Government should increase contributions under the Hospital Benefits Scheme. The Victorian Parliamentary Country Party urged raising payments to match current costs. Details of the report to be discussed at the State Health Ministers meeting next month.
The Argentine president Arturo Frondizi gains international profile as a traveling advocate for Latin American development. He promotes Western democratic ideals and seeks foreign aid while facing domestic mixed views. His role divides supporters and critics amid regional political shifts.
The British Museum acquires a signum said to be William the Conqueror's mark from 1068 to 1076. The charter, linked to Bures on Sea in Suffolk and Stephen's Abbey, is noted as a rare authenticated example. Edward II, successors, and Pier Chaplain of France are cited in the discussion of the mark's authenticity.
The article describes video telephony linking Moscow Leningrad and Kiev with coaxial cables and cameras. A Moscow operator handles calls. rates run 75 kopeks per minute with minimum three minutes. Plans target full city connections by 1963 including Minsk Sverdlovsk Smolensk Sochi and others.
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