Indonesia Decree Bans Political Activity Amid Tension
An Indonesian ban on political activity clamps down after failed assembly talks. General Nasution orders strict measures against disorder. President Soekarno’s tour continues with aides noting no plans to cut plans short. Local observers warn of potential unrest if views spark conflict. Dr. Soekarno leaves for Hawaii tomorrow. The decree defines political activity broadly to include posters, articles, and other propaganda.
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Princess Alexandra Tour to Mareeba Date Confirmed
The Director-General states Princess Alexandra will land at Mareeba in Northern Queensland on August 27 during her Northern Queensland tour. W Cumming in Melbourne is surveying the itinerary and reports the Mareeba stop will not alter the overall schedule despite a bomb incident at the airfield.
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Singapore Declares Independence and Swears Goode as Head of State
Sir William Goode was sworn in as Yang Di Pertuan Negara as Singapore becomes a state within the British Commonwealth. A local successor will take the role after six months. Election victor’s rally planned with 50 000 supporters and eight Changi Prison releases. Police prepared for orderly celebrations as Singapore maintains normal routine amid self government move.
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Two Escapees Captured After Five Day Pursuit
Two 19 year olds, Brian Bullock and Anthony Foster, escaped from custody last Friday and hid in cold scrub near Biggs district. After days on the run, police tracked them by footprints and a farmer’s sighting, then they surrendered near Greenmantle Road. No further details released.
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Anthony Les Foster
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Nicaragua fears new invasion due to rebels sailing from Cuba
The Nicaraguan President said reports claim three rebel and army ships left Cuba for Nicaragua. Washington and the Nicaraguan ambassador would inform the Organisation of American States if confirmed. National guardsmen were pursuing a small Costa Rican rebel group airlifted into Nicaragua earlier in the week. The Costa Rican National Assembly expressed import and sympathy for the Nicaraguan revolutionary movement.
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Britain to Move Mountains with Atom Power Plans
London reports Britain’s nuclear scientists discuss moving mountains and reshaping harbours using atomic devices. Sir William Penny stated yesterday that…
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Unity 170K Special Meeting Bans Trade Union Tickets
A Unity 170K meeting of the ALP discussed accepting the Federal conference decision banning unity tickets in trade union elections. Mr Chamberto stated the ALP federal executive holds authority to act. The record captures the party’s stance on Federal directives and internal leadership notes.
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Federal conference on ban implementation scrutiny
The executive must be persuaded that Victoria has implemented the ban effectively. A federal conference aims to verify that the policy is practical and enforceable, with officials assessing progress and potential obstacles.
Hotel Acton manager seeks removal of Lindsay painting
E J Parker manager at Hotel Acton orders removal of a nude group painting from Lindsay’s bedroom after maids complain it is objectionable to them. Dr Hyde defends the artwork saying bedrooms are private and not public spaces. Dialogue questions propriety of cleaning staff access and the painting’s display in public galleries.
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Laos Crisis Deepens as Royal Army Clashes with Pathet Lao
Mr Phan appeals to Britain and the Soviet Union, chairmen of the 1954 Geneva talks, urging the reactivation of the International Commission to quell fighting near the Vietnamese border. Hanoi Radio cites the notes accusing the Royal Laotian Army of striking the former pro Communist forces in Siang Khoang area.
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Gromyko Proposes Berlin Compromises in Geneva Talks
In Geneva on Wednesday Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko presented so called compromise proposals on Berlin. Observers said the session wore on for over three hours and yielded no new Western concessions. The main sticking point cited was the potential introduction of Soviet troops into West Berlin, a topic lingering over the Big Four discussions.
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