Mystery Man Alleged Leader of Spy Ring in Germany
A British man named BB Gonz0 Grant, 37, described as a mysterious leader of an espionage ring, was arrested in Germany after Interpol tipped off police. Grant, born in Czechoslovakia but living in London, had vanished from a Bayswater hotel earlier and allegedly led expeditions seeking a £200,000 fortune. He faces possible trial in a Federal Court in Karlsruhe.
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Missing Petersham bank teller sought after nine thousand pounds
Police appeal in December theft case shows a CCTV image of a young man linked to the Petersham bank cash loss. Chief Superintendent Calman urges anyone who recognizes the man or has information to contact the local police station.
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Rescue Ends Fatal for Fisherman Near Tuggerah Beach
A 59 year old fisherman drowned off Tuggerah Beach near Newcastle after his dinghy capsized in heavy swell. Rescue efforts arrived too late. he clung to the craft for about 20 minutes before sinking. The drowned man, holidaying at Pelican Point Swansea, had ignored reef warning signs.
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Canberra Cobb and Co coach on display at tourist camp
A Cobb and Co coach, bought by the Commonwealth in 1924 for £100, is preserved at the Canberra Tourist Camp entrance. It carried passengers on the Veulba Surat route in Queensland with three 17 mile wages, pulled by six horses per shift, and remained in service until 1923. The faded vehicle bears an inscription tied to Sydney Harbour Bridge celebrations, with a possible Queen Victoria marking beneath.
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Kramer and Rosewall At Deadlock In Brisbane
In Brisbane on Friday Jack Kramer threatened to renew his option on Ken Rosewall's contract after Rosewall rejected £18,500 for another year. The option calls for £12,500. Kramer offered a two hour hotel conference to end the stalemate. Rosewall claimed he is not getting a fair deal while Kramer pressed for equal footing with Tony Trabert and Pancho Segura at 15 percent of each gate and a 4.8 percent incentive.
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Nehru accuses Pakistan of aggression during world press flight
Nehru tells reporters aboard a Qantas goodwill flight that Pakistan must withdraw its troops from Kashmir and stop aggression. He warns unresolved Indus water disputes threaten millions of acres and risk desertification if not settled, as Mirza echoes the urgency in Karachi.
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Car Stolen From Civic Centre in Griffith
Police report a 1951 Holden sedan stolen from Garema Place Civic Centre Griffith at about 8 30 p m by Mr Brian John Rumble of Lockyer Street Griffith. The light green car was not recovered. The vehicle’s registration is ACT.
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Miss Marsh Wins In Sea Tide Tennis Championship
At Manly today Miss Norme Marsh defeated Mrs Thelma Long 8-6 6-3 in the women’s singles final. In the men’s singles Don Cassidy beat T Kannar 6-4 6-1 and then M Callaghan 3-6 6-3 6-4. Men’s doubles saw Graham Lovett and Mike Green defeat T Ederards and Stephensom 6-3 6-3.
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Death of four year old linked to tetanus
The A C T coroner ruled the death of Leslie Thomas Watts an accidental tetanus asphyxia from a jaw wound sustained October 1. Baden Thomas Watts and Joan Watts of Duntroon reported the boy fell by an embankment and was treated at Canberra Community Hospital after a wound was stitched by Dr Bromhead. Dr Ford confirmed tetanus caused fatal breathing muscle contractions.
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Former Air Chief Describes Flying Saucer Sighting
Sir George, former Air Chief, described a silent object overhead near Menton, seen with his wife Lady Jones. He recounted watching it four to five seconds and affirmed belief in flying saucers while noting the lack of witnesses and the need for caution. He compared it to a meteorological balloon but noted its brightness and silence as key, with the craft moving from south to north.
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Big Punters Plan To Take Out Jackpot
Sydney report says professional punters plan to attack the Jackpot at Canterbury with prize money potentially reaching £70,000 and a record crowd. Bookmaker Arthur Browning may invest up to £4,000. bettors expect thousands of pounds and a large turnout, while clergy plan sermons opposing gambling evils.
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Randwick
Increased Rifle Proficiency in Australian States Report
The Minister for the Army Mr. Cramer cited gains in rifle proficiency across Tasmania Western Australia and New South Wales with a drop to 85 percent in Victoria. Australia totals show 1 011 active rifle clubs 44 099 members 2 9594 men未passed or not tested. Clubs purchased 3 167 rifles last year bringing total since 1948 to 48 151 and used 11 577 301 rounds of ammo.
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Canberra 25 Years Ago Vital Statistics and Appointments
Canberra records show births declined to 44 in 1931 and 43 in 1932 with nine deaths and five marriages in 1932. Rainfall was below average at 1,913 inches in Canberra and 1,990 in Queanbeyan. Col J D Lavarack was appointed Commandant of the Royal Military College in succession to Col F B Heritage, with temporary colonel rank. Swimming classes for children began at the Canberra Pool under NSW Education Department, 95 pupils enrolled, instructor C C Linz. City Tennis Club formed to seek a recreation ground and four courts near City. inaugural committee named.
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