Duplicity in Hanoi and Paris Talks Shaping Vietnam War View
The piece argues Hanoi and Washington treat talks as preludes to peace, with Hanoi demanding unconditional bombing halt while resisting reciprocal moves. It notes escalating North Vietnamese pressure, intensified guerrilla activity, and rising civilian casualties as talks stall, urging cautious optimism and firm US guarantees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vietnam
Goriom
Paris
Sombog Paras
Tas
Wively
Gorton
Hanoi
Washington
Democratic Republic of Vietnam
Lasky
Jobson
United States
Johnson
North Vietnam
South
North Vietam
America
Saigon
South Vietnam
Burma’s Path to Independence Amid Race for Stability
A Burmese official notes that even a single atomic threat from China could ease fears by solving many of Burma’s 16,000 problems. Since independence in 1948, Burma has pursued neutrality while fighting internal divisions, economic distress, and ethnic insurgencies. The Ne Win government nationalized key industries, faced currency shortages, and struggled with a decayed market system as famine and rice rationing gripped a once-large exporter. Internal strife among ethnic groups and clans, plus border pressure from India and lingering curiosity about Western aid, shape a fragile, cautious path forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burma
China
Burmere
Natron
Commonwealth
Peking
Rangoon
Asia
Ne Win
Revolutionary Council of Ministers
U No
Ne In
Union of Burma
Bura
Ion Marion
India
Fandy
Washington
Li Mi
Yunnan
Shan
Talewan
Win
Furmere
Tasmanian tourism push eyed for Wel(l)ington hill walkways
Tasmanian correspondent reports on Mount Wellington and Hobart’s lookout as tourism eyes potential improvements. Plans include a covered elevated walkway and glass sides to shield visitors from wind, with discussion of a cable car and a revived tourism council boosting promotion and year round appeal. Ronald Clarke advocates lighting ruins at Port Arthur and live shows to enliven museums, drawing on examples like WilliamsburgVirginia to spark broader attractions. The article notes seasonality, economic impact, and potential linkage with New Zealand air routes.
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Tasmania
Ogilvie
A. G. Ogilvie
Commell
Eaanager
Ron Clarke
Ourinia
Clarke
Australia
Port Arthur
Marcus Clarke
Franklin Howe
Mr Clarke
Williamsburg
Virginia
Williasburg
Richmond of Ross
Wrest Point
Hobart
New Zealand
Me Clarke
England
Launceston
Melbourne
Canberra
Sydney
Road speed limits debated by Canberran reader
A reader argues for raising highway speed limits to 70 mph on arterial routes and freeways. He cites wet weather car performance, road camber, and rider safety concerns, while urging higher limits where crossovers and intersections exist, criticizing low limits and praising safer driving practices.
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Ile
Eretan
Bunap
Cenberrs
Metrimeire
Premenshey
Carin
Deakin Hikh
Spas
Australian editor laments conscription linked assassinations
Frederick Olssom argues against compulsory service citing a global pattern of political murder to warn Australia. He condemns government pressure on youth and threats against objectors, urging voluntary service and public restraint. He urges leaders to avoid coercion and warns of rising social division.
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Johnnan
Robert Kennedy
Lincoin
Lincoln
America
Tyrol
Marin Luther Ringe
Australia
Cawell
Magen
Simon Tawmend
Tam
Liberal Country Party
Gov ‘Ernment
Arial AV
Jing
Balrol
Sam
Simon i Bbave
Mongolian Expedition Critics and Tea at Ulan Bator
Sir I am surprised to find after recognition of the Mongolian Republic that the parliamentary expedition seeking information on buildings is not scheduled. The hut there is very comfortable serving mares milk brandy used by Mongol horsemen. questions arise about Mongolia’s status and the ambassador’s views on the matter.
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Fen
Melrose Drive
Medanarip
Hank Ph
Penguin
Alker Tripp
Canberra
Ulan” Bator
Mongilia
Cr. P Muffington-Smep
Eneia
Monwolian Stean Cavalry
Het
University House
Aston
Letter on Living Costs Between Australia and Britain
A reader comments on a Mr RK Gibson letter about cost of living, welfare, and national health funding differences. The writer questions how Gibson paid 10/6 since 1981, discusses social services, benefits, and wage levels, and compares British and Australian living expenses, transport, and dole support.
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RK. Gibson
Campbell
la Contri
Gibson
Gibson Betora
Ely Ag
Dom
Phave
Uvalia
Aria
Britain
Ardy
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Robert Miller
Ial
Tree
Wo Imeties
Os King Aung San
Whington
Cate Thies Budahiener
Eed
Mount Wellington
Tasmanian
Pra Jens
Council
Yong
Aawilaul
Aurelia
Advlie
Balencat
Frederick Olsson, Couma Nurih
Mongolia
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