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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1968
Page
11
A fragmented report outlines a Hunger Campaign effort focusing on school programs. It references chairman and organizers, printing leaflets to explain rising world hunger and the aims of irrigation schemes and regional aid. The text mentions various speakers and a push to educate the public on food relief and policy.
Private Eric James Nagle aged 22 from Henley South Australia was wounded in action last Friday during a contact with the enemy in Pune Thy Province South Viet Nam. He serves with the Special Air Service Squad and sustained a gunshot wound. His condition is satisfactory.
Sydney Monday report says R W Miller Pty Ltd plans to build a $15 million oil tanker to ease Australian petrol price rises. Rod Miller announced the plan saying the tanker will carry three to four times more oil than current ships and a government subsidy of about $3 million is sought. The project aims to reduce reliance on imported petrol and keep local prices stable.
Melbourne students push a motion at the July 1 general meeting to disband the Melbourne University Students Representative Council, citing failures to adequately represent students amid broader SRC issues at Monash University and related protests.
Melbourne report states a boy was bruised over most of his body after an alleged assault by his father. The case was heard at Broadmeadows Court today.
Melbourne unions filed wide ambit wage claims with the Arbitration Commission seeking a national wage framework starting next month. Their proposal includes a minimum weekly wage of 200 pounds with 60 pounds base and a 140 pound margin linked to hours and holidays, aimed at extending coverage for several years.
A North Balwyn girl told City Court abortions should be reformed while a country girl named Helen called abortions immoral yet necessary in her care. Several defendants including Dr Searls and Jean Warnock Fields faced charges of procuring a miscarriage and conspiracy to do so. The hearing continues tomorrow.
A sweeping U S immigration reform replaces the national origins quota with a skill driven system. It tightens entry for unskilled workers and favors applicants with job skills or relatives in the United States. Skilled Asians gain easier access while European technologists may face waits up to three years.
Heart transplant patients Everett Thomas and Louis Fierro left hospital to attend a Houston Astros game 1-0 outcome watched by Dr Jerry Kemble at St Luke's Hospital. Montreal doctor reports Paris, 49, world's leading heart transplant recipient, in good condition after five hour operation on motorcyclist Bastien who died from injuries. Soviet surgeons repair two heart valves with a wall apparatus for a woman patient as Bombay factory worker Jadhav Sitaram, 30, in satisfactory condition after receiving a heart valve from a donor who died seven months ago.
Vice President Humphrey urged keeping ANZUS and regional treaties while Australia and neighbors pursue more independent regional arrangements. He proposed Asian partners like India and the Philippines explore economic and defense cooperation less dependent on the United States, signaling a shift in postwar alliance obligations. Australian leaders echoed calls for cautious reassessment in defense policy amid pressures for broader regional autonomy.
Berkeley Lancaster, California faced a citywide curfew last night as police quelled looting and window smashing following two nights of violence. Helmeted officers patrolled the streets as crowds formed near UC Berkeley areas, amid demonstrations in solidarity with French student protests and antiwar actions. Police spokespersons warned residents to stay indoors while authorities mobilized about 250 officers to maintain order during the extended curfew.
Reported by AAP Reuters the Philippines Navy maintained a 24 hour alert around the Sulut archipelago. Specific cause and details were not disclosed by the authorities. The maneuver involved destroyer escort and escort ships identified as part of the Philippine defense department. No further explanation was provided for the naval deployment.
Brussels reports 18 countries including the Common Market and Britain cut tariffs last night, advancing Kennedy Round aims. The move lowers Western trade barriers by about 35 percent over five years, with the US and Europe easing duty costs while protecting domestic economies amid strikes and inflation.
A two day conference in Geneva urged immediate sanctions against Greece s military rulers. Delegates criticized Athens for depriving Greek citizens of rights and freedoms while calling for a new constitution and restoration of democracy. The meeting framed sanctions as a tool to pressure the junta and backed democratic reforms.
Dutch Foreign Minister Luteff Luns said he would raise allegations of cruelty in West Irian during a visit to Indonesia. He planned talks with Indonesian counterpart Malik, stressing it was largely an internal Indonesian matter, despite intensifying concerns over actions against Papuans engaged in politics.
Vatican City report says the Pope urged caution in reinterpreting Christian doctrine to plausibly reach newer generations. He emphasized preserving Catholic truths, including papal infallibility and transubstantiation, while encouraging faithful unity under one shepherd.
A compact notice notes Noel Barber's controversial book The Fall of Singapore, newly published in Australia. It recounts a pivotal moment in history when Japanese forces challenged Western myths and threatened Australia’s near north, as featured in Readers Digest’s July issue for 30 cents at newsagents.
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