28 Jul 1972
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1972
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text describes a rapid run around home by Daniel Millgate with garbled phrases about chasing a cat or objects. The readable portions mention a tense or hurried scene and references to rather unclear events or actions. No coherent names, dates, or places are established.
A draft brochure from Koomarri Enterprises outlines innovative items for children including a multiuse seating play device and safety aides. The plan mentions future sales in Fyshwick and other centers with items priced around 10 dollars, along with advice for caregivers and further product ideas.
A local dispute concerns a colour bar applied to signage and fascia at the Font Sales Company premises on Melrore and Hindmarsh Drives. The committee and the NCDC Chair appeal content restrictions, with references to wind and guide plane fixtures affecting the sale and display.
South Vietnamese paratroops evacuated the Quang Tri citadel amid days of fierce fighting, leaving the stronghold in North Vietnamese hands according to field informants cited by the Associated Press.
In Port Moresby the first constitutional conference hears opposing views on PNG independence speed. Civil Minister Somare urges immediate handover of powers. Opposition Leader Tollman advocates gradual self government with a special PNG Australia relationship. Conference runs 12 days to map a timetable while parties filter agendas.
Britain faces a planned 24 hour dock strike after Jack Jones and Lord Aldington backed a plan seen as inadequate to allay dockers fears about future employment. The move followed recent unofficial stoppages as thousands resume work.
Government and oil companies insist on a full return to work with no conditions. ACTU president Hawke and Opposition leader Whillars accuse firms of breaking earlier deals. Industrial Court delays fines as dispute risks prolonging strikes, while unions plan further talks and possible measures to secure fuel supply.
The Stipendiary Magistrate Mr K Dobson faced a tense hearing as a solicitor, Mr Brown, admitted a speeding offence for a client who claimed he rushed to avoid being rude to the Governor General and to attend Princess Ida. The constable and prosecutor presented the facts as the defendant argued he was delayed by theatre plans.
More than 250 stand-downs hit ACT service staff as petrol shortages ripple across the territory. Mobil Times Service in Civic stood down 37 full and part time workers amid strike disruptions, while other stations cut hours or ran emergency stocks. Queanbeyan and Canberra outlets reported limited sales with long queues outside Total at Torrens and Lynchman, as many stations operated on restricted supplies and some maintained staff on site hoping for a quick restock.
Dr Gaonge Duncan a 42 year old ANU law lecturer was found in the River Torrens after an assault by unidentified suspects. Police involved in the inquiry faced suspensions and investigations while researchers in Adelaide plan to publish articles and circulate materials about the case.
An inquiry into alleged bias triggers steps to bring in Scotland Yard. Superintendent Len toled reporters the force will arrange an outside investigation to dispel questions about fairness. A senior official said an independent review would be conducted to ensure impartial handling of the case.
The ACT government will reopen Havelock House on Northbourne Avenue on an room and service basis while other Commonwealth Hostels raise tariffs by up to 145 per week. Rates at Miria Havelock House and Acton and Lawley House rise for single and shared occupancy, with Gowrie Macquarie and other hostels also adjusting prices. Management cites rising operating costs and a planned 128000 annual tariff increase despite prior rent policy.
Fragmented report references Liberal rule spoiling PS and clemency discussion. Mention of CLEMENCY LEM peeing to abandoned and a page 6 note about Tan戦 ships and an unclear Seth Keg. Also references conveyancing in the ACT and Canberra solicitors with Peter Sebu less reporting on page 9.
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