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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 04, 1957

Page

4

Dutch Governor Reports New Guinea Disturbances and Peace Networks

Governor Jan Van Baal, returning from West New Guinea, describes unrest after Papuan revolts at Winter Lakes. Dutch reinforcements were flown in to quell violence while natives perform peace dances amid disease fears and tribal vengeance practices.

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Fire Destroys Banana Ship Off Florida Coast

A fire aboard the banana ship New XxURK, sparked by torch sparks, broke out near Go Florida. The 15 crew members fought the blaze for about an hour before abandoning the vessel.

Reuter Togo Florida

Picture Industry Sees Changes Amid Studio Turmoil

The film industry faced gradual shifts rather than upheaval as studios like MGM and Fox pursued aggressive deals. MGM leased 725 films to KTTV for seven cars and invested in KTTV, while Fox sold 890 old films to National Telefilm Associates. Management changes followed, with Zanuck leaving Fox production and Buddy Adler taking over, and a proxy fight looming for MGM.

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