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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 11, 1965

Page

10

Drownings After River and Sea Incidents Near Sydney

Several people drowned or missing after falls and swamping incidents around Sydney beaches and rivers. Mary Mobbs and Susan Saint Prichard slipped into George's River while picnicking. three other unnamed men reportedly vanished in rough waters and a capsized fishing launch near Botany Bay prompted ongoing searches by police and volunteers.

Mary Mobbs Susan Saint Prichard George's River Sydney Teulay Dunlley Woods Crescent Heads Keimpey Wutlside Botany Edward Norman Fualong Avoca Beach Tetvigal Red Rn Malakar Sydney

Police get wings on wheels

The Department of the Interior will receive 130 motorized sport carts for police use. A Daimler SP250 sportscar will be driven in Sidney by agents to showcase acceleration and overtaking capability. Officials claim these vehicles will shorten pursuit distances and reduce danger during high speed chases while maintaining police markings.

Wwe Mint ‘Asher Cary Apne

Death of longtime MLA Seiffert noted in oblique district tribute

A veterans' obituary details the death of Mr. Seiffert, 23 years as a Labor MLA for Monar Assembly since 1941, who defeated William Hedges to win the seat. Tributes recall his loyalty, hard work, and role in transforming the Monara district, with mentions of the Foxall Cup and local park ceremonies.

Monare Seifert M L.A Monar William Hedges Seiffert Quean Hesan Ald FF. Land Safélanines Hedinae Memorguige Bareseem Crealhury Tive Nuraltel Triena Chidren Sania Otis Sande Centennial Park Elias A Epa Shelaeten Menara Paria Manara Colent Fe Allan Mir Helle Rye Tess

Russian Orthodox leader to see P M

The world leader of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad, Metropolitan PRISE, planned a visit and discussed religion amid persecution and government restrictions. He highlighted attempts to suppress religious instruction and warned that church membership could shrink, speaking from Australia where he had served as bishop.

Metropoliain Philaret New York Faster America Matina Street Narrabundah Prise Feussans Asia Mis Fminence Asf Synod of Bishops Brisbane Orthos Australia New Zealand

Pool entrance increase deemed step forward at conference

At today's conference parties called the pool entrance increase a savage measure but saw it as a definite step toward settling the week and dispute. The discussion noted two full days lost while considering the contract system and the disputed lists.

Cliff-top road plan to go ahead despite opposition

The N S W Deputy Premier Mr Hills will not block the Eurobodalla Fire Council plan to build a cliff top scenic road around Mossy Point. The Interior Department proposed entrance fee rises for swimming pool use drew sharp criticism from ACT Advisor Council member Mrs Ann Dalgarno and others, as discussions continued over funding and management of local recreation facilities.

Mr. Hills N.S.A Eurobodalla Fire Council Mossy Point Department of the Interior Ann Dalgarno Diligarnn ACT Advisor Council Department the Interior Kingsland Inva Fetter Howl Chiren Canberra Peisple Sted Shalidiy Fea Sivang Utd Fiimnewisen Assaelian tMisipeh Ergamier Amin Gsiaraniee al Ras CMC Promt Connetts Pearse Ryan Miles Winder Pioceljow Primwer Eyererable Anf Camteat Swinton Pat Mackie CMEC Berra Lacsuch Ohmpie Tian Hessuns Awu

Incoherent council debate over road pattern and patrols

Fragmentary text shows a council discussion about a road pattern at Cliff and fore Shore, objections to a proposed read after Sydney, and references to Royal Australian Navy, Melbourne inspection, and local officials. The passage is garbled with names, dates, and places unclear.

Tepre Melbourne Wateres Bay Emma Morrow Pam His An Nioschee Harongton Mines

Mayor declines police protection in Cooma incident

Ald. A. H. Johnson, who faced threats from Croatians after pulling down their flag, refused police protection. Insp. G Tarrant of Cooma police station had urged weekend protection, but Johnson declined the offer citing safety concerns.

Cooma Ald A. H. Johnson Tarrant Johnnson Joe Fitt

Motel raid nets £249 in Cooma incident

Report from Cooma describes a raid on a motel resulting in £249 in losses and the mayor promising full support. The piece mentions damaged rooms, tourists warned, and a telegram from the association chairmen noting the ongoing dispute and investigative steps.

Cooma Wallen Mintel Glen Murray Ciaflon Mr. Mytage

Theft of Car Reported by Owner on Prin Street

A car theft was witnessed by the owner and police were notified. The early model Monte sedan, green in color, owned by John Richarditer tick Eneales, was reported stolen from Green Street near Wild Vert House. Thieves fled after a brief confrontation. the glove box contents and other items were noted as displaced.

Linie My Ford Prin Street Uessheyan Rent Uci Carateh Antevan Aetna Bylivn' Shi Seseida Thorn South Australia John Richarditer

Weekend incident involving Netherlands and Italy embassy staff

Ambiguous report notes a weekend event linking a cat owned by Misa Ines Solin to Dutch Italian relations. It mentions Peter Daigleberg of the Rivyll family and a Community Hospital event. Details are unclear and numerous names appear garbled.

Netherlands Itn Peter Daigleberg Herra Community Hospital Tanatahee

Children Burned to Death in House Fire

Arson squad detectives investigate a deadly Newtown fire that claimed three Aboriginal children Eric McGee aged 6 Annette 8 and Michael 10 and the grandfather Michael Robinson. Parents Albert and Mrs Metice and two children Rosa 12 and Anthony 18 escaped as flames engulfed their dry medicwide home. Mr Metice tried to save the sleeping children while both parents were hospitalised with facial injuries and burns.

Sydney Hero Grand Newtown Eric McGee Annette Michael Wa Michael Robinson Den Albert Mote Anthony Rosa Mr .MeCice Mrs. Metice

Attack by mayor on H P tactics in Goulburn

Goulburn mayor Ald. F McDermott attacked stand over tactics used by hire purchase firms especially in motor vehicle sales. He cited a case where a man paid part of 1389 for a car, fell behind on December and January instalments, and two men demanded payment and left with neither car nor money. McDermott urged action with authorities.

Goulburn Sunaay Gowthurn Ald F . McDermott Ali McDermott Alrea

Missing Australian Girls Spark Police Search Across States

Authorities still seek two teenage girls reported missing near Nowra since New Year. Police say neither has been found despite extensive searches, with photographs shared in hopes of locating them. The cases involve Lyndy Martin and Kristy Andersen, both 14, described as looking younger than their years.

Theisi Canberra Sam Carraaung Nowra ACP Sswo Lmndy Martin Kristy Andersen Patice

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Civstiane Botany Mr. Seiffert M.L.A Arbulent Bertie Melbourne Beach P.M Metion Janse Trey Hese Methnaly Hinco Que Pads Katsh Russia Isa Morrison H.P
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