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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1964
Page
1
Singapore endures martial law as Acting Prime Minister Tan Abdul Razak appeals for order. Infantry and police fortify streets amid riots. 10 dead and 179 injured officially. Malays and Chinese among casualties. 140 rioters and 751 curfew breakers detained.
A stock of garden tubs in a Canberra hardware store is believed contaminated with arsenic powder. Victorian authorities warned the public against using items stored there. Melbourne testing traced powder to a chemical firm, with officials noting some tubs may have been sold. The total number of tubs involved could be high, and a sale prohibition was issued.
The Leader of the Opposition Mr Calwell spoke about forming a ticket with left and right factions in Hebets as federal elections loom. He emphasized unity and said he has given his stance for the upcoming vote, noting no barrier to presenting a strong lineup.
A blast at a school grievously injures nine people including children. Authorities report emergency responders arriving on scene and transporting victims to area hospitals for treatment. No further details on cause or exact location are available.
Police and education officials seal off Clarence High School after an early morning explosion injures nine children aged 11 to 17 on Hobart's eastern shore. Reports mention one seriously hurt, with others injured as the blast shattered windows and caused panic. Nearby incidents in New York are referenced with rioting and police response.
A Papuan mother traversed a virgin jungle to reach a mission hospital with four premature babies. Dr Dowell and staff aided the family after a long journey by river and sea. Several infants survived, two girls and two boys, with one boy dying shortly after arrival.
A mutthern Rugby Union player was killed instantly yesterday near Enverell at a level crossing four miles from town. The deceased, Donald Tyke, was described by farmers as a notable man. The incident occurred as he was riding a bicycle when struck by a train.
A chaotic transcript describes the TAB funding dispute involving NSW and Victorian racing authorities. Key figures discuss coop plans, local government roles, and potential changes to racing operations amid political pressure and budget constraints.
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