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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1961
Page
1
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Unemployment climbed to 111 684 last month, up 9 130 from the prior period, a peak aside from major strikes since World War II. Benefit recipients increased by 12 044 to 57 154, the largest rise in years, while registered unemployed rose less sharply than in May.
Government data show registered unemployment rising to 68,371 with vacancies reducing to 12,308 as of June. Across states, declines occur except in Queensland where vacancies rise in some sectors. Transport, metal, textile, and footwear industries drive the shifts, with 4.2 hours weekly lost per short time worker on average.
Members of George Lincoln Rockwell s American Nazi Party in storm trooper uniforms carried placards near Washington Union Station protesting the National Convention of the NAACP arriving by train. Police barred the group from the station precincts with the Washington Post Office visible in the background.
German leader Adenauer told 20 000 supporters that world peace hinges on disarmament of nuclear and other weapons. He argued peace treaties alone cannot secure security and warned Berlin remains central to Europe’s future amid Western notes on Berlin access. A U S note to Moscow was expected as Washington stiffens stance toward the Soviet bloc. Menshikov asserted Americans would fight for Berlin if needed.
A police car and a panel van sustained extensive damage at a Northbourne corner. The driver of the panel van and a passenger escaped unharmed. authorities continue to investigate the incident.
Tenants will get about half a month's notice in letters dated August 7 detailing rent increases ranging from 1 to 2 a week for more than 8,000 government houses and flats. Attorney General's Department and an ordinance drafted July 27 aim to overcome legal doubts. Parliament resumes August 15 and the Trades and Labour Council plans to seek review by Mer J R Kerr of Sydney.
The speaker argued wages should be withheld until the Government and Minister complete an inquiry into Canberra cost of living. He said the Minister has not supplied the basis for the rises. The Trades and Labour Council plans an early meeting to discuss possible action.
Bulldozers began levelling for a A$24 million shopping block on Section ST. Civil and Civic division of Lend Lease Development Pty. Ltd will build and house Sydney department store David Jones and a restaurant. Completion expected early 1963.
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