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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 18, 1967

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Holt backs stand on bombing policy in Vietnam debate

Australian Prime Minister Holt affirmed continued bombing of North Vietnam by U S forces. He argued the enemy would threaten security unless extra action is taken, despite Liberal opposition claims of embarrassing the U S Administration. Holt cited defence spending and warned against appeasement amid a Camp by election contest.

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Liberal and CP strains dominate Geelong by election

In Geelong, Prime Minister McEwen would skip the Corio by election amid Liberal and Country Party strains. Opposition Leader Whitlam claimed ministers faced a split, with McEwen absent from the platform to ease tensions, as an election meeting at Norlane Centenary Hall highlighted the rift.

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West Irian leader shot amid chaos and absentee officials

Reports indicate the West Irian leader was shot as key government figures were absent. The scene involved a controversial byelection amid a tense crowd, with claims of violence and issues around security and governance in the region.

Fire at mixed race gaol kills thirty seven inmates

In Miami an all-Negro prison camp barracks fire killed 37 inmates after a race related fight led to a blaze. Only 14 escaped, six critically buried. Officials said exits were blocked and the fire spread rapidly. Authorities denied racial motive but noted a full scale brawl preceded the blaze.

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Newark Riot Tensions Rise After Fatality Prompting Guard Patrols

Reports indicate Newark and Plainfield faced violent unrest as police and National Guard patrols tightened. Gov. Richard Hughes warned of swift action against rioters while promising to prevent further clashes between black and white communities amid a fatality and escalating tensions.

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Legal critics clash over Act and federal power debate

In Adelaide proceedings, Mr J N McEwin and Mr Killen condemned the Act’s reach into state courts, warning it targets both big interests and small business. They argued the legislation risks eroding rights of individuals and raises questions about constitutional authority. A separate note from Tel Aviv reports a double wedding plan for daughters of Israeli officials amid ongoing security matters.

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Gas Pipelines Route Worries Berwick Landowner

Lord Casey the Governor-General raised concerns about the Gas and Fuel Corporation plan to lay natural gas pipelines across his 900 acre Berwick property. Berwick Shire Council considered an alternative route along the property perimeter after engineers reviewed plans. Council chair Albert F Ronald said further discussion would follow and the council supported examining a smoother route.

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Nurses in Sydney Call for Stop Work Action

More than 300 members of the Nurses Association in Sydney meet tonight to vote on mass resignations and stoppage in protest against a new award.

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Date fixed for Trade Practices Act in Australia

Commonwealth Attorney General Bowen announced the Trade Practices Act would take effect September 1 with gazettal this week. The act, passed in December 1965, bans collusive bidding and sets business practice categories to be reviewed by the Trade Practices Tribunal and regulated by gazetted regulations. The proclamation and panel of members will be announced soon.

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Estate totaling 3.84 million left in ACT by Ezra Norton

The late Ezra Norton a Sydney director left an estate valued at 3,844,671 pounds in the Australian Capital Territory. Probate was granted in Canberra to Perpetual Trustee Company after his death on January 4. Executors named in the will include the Trust firm and others.

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Postal workers delay more talks travel

Postal workers delay more talks amid ongoing labor action. The dispute affects mail service as negotiations continue through Thursday with Suez in talks over routing and schedules.

Urgent search for parents after Cooma crash near Ada

A young man and woman, both described as minors, were involved in a car crash seven miles south of Ada minaby on the Snowy Mountains Highway. Police said the couple, in urgent need of parental permission for interstate travel, were under intensive care, and their parents had not been found by early morning. Senior Constable Adamina reported the incident as highly urgent.

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Canberra hospital survey prompts efficiency study

The Canberra community hospital board seeks management consultants to examine nursing efficiency and reduce clerical and administrative workload. Commonwealth and state officials discuss whether a personnel plan is needed and how to finance the study.

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Anzac Parade road plan faces new concerns

Conflicting statements surround Anzac Parade and two connecting roads, with debates over access, safety, and park naming. Officials cite plans from the National Capital Development Commission, while reports note a fatal collision near Anzac Park and ongoing calls for policy action.

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