Two Aborigines acquitted in assault case at ACT Supreme Court
Two Aboriginal men, both 26, were acquitted of assault charges in Canberra's ACT Supreme Court. Robert McLeod claimed a gun was carried only for self defense amid unrest outside Parliament. Reuben Smith was acquitted after evidence showed no gun sighting. jury directed by Justice Connor to acquit.
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Sydney firm quits ACT
A Sydney based company Parkes Ideal Homes announced it will withdraw from building in Canberra due to lack of finance for home buyers. All existing contracts will be honoured, offices closed, with contact advised to reach the Sydney office. The company plans to return to the ACT later with industrialised panelised houses built in 30 to 40 days.
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Republicans Move Toward Nixon Impeachment Vote
The House Judiciary Committee prepares to vote on proposed impeach ment articles with Chairman Peter Rodino signaling expected endorsement. Several Republicans indicate opposition, while others hint at voting against the President, as debate and public broadcasts continue.
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Canberra Times choreographer award for Ballet 74 candidate
The Canberra Times will present a choreography award at Ballet 74. A panel of critics from major Australian newspapers will choose the best original ballet. Members include W. L. Hoffmann Hilary Trotter Jill Sykes Kevon Kemp Howard Palmer and John Cargher. The panel will attend Monday's performance and announce the winner on Wednesday.
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Threat of flare up on Cyprus warning after ceasefire breach
Cyprus President Clerides warned that restraint could not continue if Turkish advances persisted. UN and Greek sources said Turkish troops seized more territory north and west of Nicosia as civilians and troops reinforced the Cyprus invasion. Clerides blamed Turkey for expanding control while Geneva talks address ceasefire enforcement.
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Belconnen Fire Station Closed Indefinitely
Belconnen fire station shut yesterday after an officer and two firemen were transferred to Forrest Station following a Sydney directive. A Canberra union spokesman said calls will now be handled by Ainslie and Forrest stations, with authorities moving personnel and an appliance instead of adding staff at Belconnen.
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Medical funds raise charges
Sydney. Friday. Weekly contributions to hospital and medical funds rise by 40 percent from August 1 due to public hospital charge increases. Public hospital benefits will rise. standard ward cover for a family increases to 1.16 dollars, intermediate ward 1.28, private ward 2.14, with single contributions half of family rates.
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Butter and cheese prices to rise next August
The Prices Justification Tribunal recommends increases of 6 to 11 cents per pound for butter and 2 to 4 cents per pound for cheese, arguing dairy industry efficiency and supply risks, with critics noting overprotection and limited competition in the sector.
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Woman chosen for ten thousand dollar ACT post
Newcastle mother of three Julia Hayes, 34, is named executive director of the Council of Social Service of the ACT at a salary of 10 000 pounds per year. She was chosen from seven male applicants by the council's executive committee. Father Douglas Brown, vice president, said the grant from government will fund her salary and a full time development officer, enabling expanded services. Hayes plans to move to Canberra with her two younger children, while her eldest daughter and her husband stay in Mayfield.
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BHP Profit Records Strong Year Ahead of Share Slump
The Broken Hill Proprietary Company Limited posted a record consolidated net profit of 92.4 million dollars for the year ending May 31, surpassing the prior year’s 79.8 million. Amid a weak stock market, Australian shares barely react as executives tout improved earnings and future prospects.
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The Escape excerpt on Saturday Page HH
An excerpt from The Escape appears on the Saturday Page HH featuring a scene where a man imagines fleeing by train and subway with a dark-haired girl set in a fresh, deserted rural landscape.
Supreme Court limits use of buses to integrate schools
The Supreme Court ruled against mass bus use to racially integrate Detroit schools, a decision likely to affect other northern cities as well. The report also notes France possibly testing another nuclear device in the Pacific and Lyneham High School defeating North Sydney Boys High School to reach the Waratah Shield semi-finals.
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Lyneham High School
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