05 Jun 1962
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1962
Page
1
United States scientists destroyed the Thor missile carrying a nuclear weapon minutes after take-off over the Pacific. A safety officer reported no nuclear detonation and debris fell within the predesignated danger area in the ocean.
U.S. scientists planned a high altitude blast over Johnston Island to study effects on the magnetic field and Van Allen belts. The countdown and blast were contested by multiple agencies and several nations amid warnings from Moscow and international scientists.
Moscow issued a formal protest urging the United States to suspend high altitude nuclear tests in the Pacific. The Soviet statement warned of disastrous consequences including atmospheric damage and radiation, threatening harmonized space exploration and cosmonaut safety amid a new phase of the arms race.
Two men were arrested on charges of stealing wheel assemblies and a wheel with tyre and tube. One man faced charges for stealing a wheel and possessing another, while the other faced two counts of stealing wheel assemblies. They are to appear in the Court of Petty Sessions today.
Australian Prime Minister Robert Menzies shakes hands with Duncan Sandys at the Commonwealth Relations Secretary's London home. Menzies arrived Wednesday for talks on the Common Market during a lunch appointment at Vincent Square.
Sydney reports Lord De L Isle, Governor-General, believes a solution to the Common Market crisis will be found. He spoke at Mascot Airport before leaving for England with Lady De Lisle, who will receive specialist treatment, and said they plan to return to Australia at the end of December. Mr Menzies will meet him in London.
British and Australian officials report mounting pressure over Britain's Common Market talks. Prime Minister Macmillan and Foreign Secretary Macmillan press Ministers Lord Home and Mr Heath as Mr Menzies, in Buckinghamshire, seeks updates on post De Gaulle discussions. Adenauer calls Britain's bid fragile amid Commonwealth ties.
Twelve people died over the Queen's Birthday holiday weekend with ten hospitalized after crashes at Commonwealth Avenue Queen Victoria Terrace King Avenue and Sandwash Road. A three car crash on Canberra Avenue left Mrs Jessie Gardiner and Andrew Bazeos injured. both admitted for observation. Overcast skies and cold winds reduced tourist numbers though War Memorial and Parliament House drew visitors.
The first Papuan reported killed by Indonesian forces since the landings began six weeks ago, with two bullets found in Fak Fak. Dutch patrols pursuing Indonesian groups reported possible para troop actions and a risky “death by action” bid to regain prestige.
Loyal forces report control of Puerto Cabello after crushing a Communist backed revolt against President Romulo Betancourt. Rebel leaders surrendered though extremist groups remained, with death toll estimates up to 400. The government said it drove rebels from the base using land sea and air attacks.
Garry John Luton 21 of Canberra was remanded in Central Court on a charge of unlawfully abducting 14 year old girl from Bonney Street Ainslie. Police prosecutor asked for remand until tomorrow and bail was refused due to remand shortness. Luton offered no statement as he appeared in court.
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