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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 20, 1965

Page

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Married couple shot dead at Narrabundah

A double homicide in Narrabundah localizes on Harry Velontas 42 and wife Sophia 24 shot in their Eleventh Street cottage. Neighbors and police report a chaotic scene with dress, blood and a night of blockades as officers search Canberran roads for two suspects. the investigation centers on the Velontas home and nearby streets.

Harry Velontas Sophia Eleventh Street Abie Glifos Harry Cummins Veronias Ant Fan Herra Pappas

Unclear text fragment hints at police investigation and public reaction

A garbled account mentions detectives, a police circulated photograph, and community concern amid an alleged incident. References to React Heather and Australian State warnings appear, with various names and places lost in OCR errors.

Vandal alarm system for bridge phones project underway

A plan to install vandal alarm telephones on a bridge would connect to police stations via screens and alerts. The system aims to deter vandalism, provide immediate alarm details to officers, and relay information to the bridge area for rapid response.

Asian tour begins in Southeast Asia coverage

Singapore reportsAustralian Defence Minister Paltridge returned on a Southeast Asia trip stating Australia may increase military aid within 12 months and would consider outside help for Malaysia. Canberra officials said Britain Australia New Zealand and Canada would outline aid forms as Malaysia seeks outside assistance.

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Restless Night as Sir Winston Churchill Near Death

Reporters manned the Churchill home as Sir Winston Churchill showed a restless night and near-term prognosis. Lord Moran said the 90-year-old’s condition had not worsened in the four hours after a mid day bulletin. Mrs Churchill and family members gathered, while political plans were delayed including a postponed Parliament statement and a national TV address.

Lon Moran Winston Tom Lord Moran Canberra Britain Jiast Churchill Vic Moran Hyde Park

Johnson signals defence cuts and new weapons plans

President Johnson told Congress 1964-65 defence spending would total about 49.3 billion dollars. He described changes to the programme including fewer missiles and more submarines and ships while warning of continued modernization and deployment to meet future needs. Prime Minister Mrs. thatcher awaited further updates as Britain buys Polaris missiles.

Johnson Congress U.S Cnes TAO Actalal Polaris Aiperateam Asiatics Berg Hilt Poulernissiles Palaers Msairenes Rombers En Han Ae Ory Delverica

Late News Summary on Pit En by Robow and Wingil

Fragmentary notice shows names and actions involving Pit eney Cis td and Vuestue for, with references to a teen petitioner and a date set for a hearing. Named individuals include TF Wingil and Young, with potential references to a place and event. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Poseidon Missile Aims For 3000 Mile Range

Washington report says the United States plans three new strategic weapons led by the Poseidon nuclear missile with a 1.8 million ton TNT yield and a range near 3000 miles. It will launch from submarines and doubles Polaris A-3 capability. A short range SRAM and other payloads are also included in the president’s defense briefing to Congress.

Washington A.A.P Reuter United States T.N.T London Moscow Johnson Congress

Water drains flood public gardens in city

A city department reported excessive water use in public gardens with several sites listed. Spokesmen blamed poor consumption control as lawns stayed green while gutters overwhelmed in mornings and afternoons. Only a small share of city water is used for these gardens.

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Australian ship orders frame Whyalla build to aid trade

Two 47,000 ton ore carriers will be built by Whyalla Shipbuilding and Engineering Works for delivery to BHP and Australian Natural Pine as part of a 2141 ton bulk carrier Gerrin gong launch. The project was announced by the Australian Shipbuilding Board, with one ship likely for Australian Natural Pine and the other for BHP. The report also notes improved water use restrictions easing irrigation rules and a daily water usage drop of 27 million gallons while storage levels rose in reservoirs during the latest 24 hour period.

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Inside Mt. Isa Appeal U N Voting Crisis

Mt Isa marks a major appeal amid a United Nations voting crisis as officials seek support amid rising tensions. Financial implications loom for sport and local businesses as negotiations impact funding and event calendars.

Mt. Isa Appeal U.N. Voting Crisis Sport Finance

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