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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1967
Page
2
A chaotic Canberra diary records multiple diplomatic movements and social events. Ambassadors from Mexico, Viet Nam, and France visit Canberra institutions, meet officials, and attend dinners. Farewell events honor various envoys while others depart for New Zealand and Switzerland, with preparatory talks at Commerce House and university engagements noted.
Canberra historian Eme C. S. Daley was honoured in a Wee-planning ceremony at Campbell High School. The event included the unveiling of a dawn redwood plaque in the school grounds and reflected Daley family ties to local surveying legacy. The Canberra Times noted Daley House dedication and paid tribute to the historian’s contributions.
Ottawa briefing after talks with Canadian Defence Minister Paul Feller, Mr Farhill criticized Western nations for offering only sympathy. He avoided direct blame on Canada, citing its ICC neutrality role while discussing Canada’s plan to unify armed forces into one service.
A funeral at St Johns Toorak marks the death of Lord Baillieu aged 77, described as a towering figure in industry. Australian leaders including Sir Robert Menzies and Sir Robert Wyse attend with many relatives and business associates, praising his service to Britain and his contributions to Australian industry. The service features remarks on wartime effort and postwar economic development, with officials from Victoria and NSW represented.
A fragmentary report notes a drop in migration figures with little clarity on causes. The text mentions a mild English winter and suggests uncertainty about why the numbers dipped, hinting at broader demographic shifts.
Rotary Chai of Canberra East holds annual changeover dinner at Hotel Canberra. Officers named include President G G Scott, Vice-President A L Meret, and Secretary Me A Wal Comber Ease, with focus on supporting a school initiative in New Guinea and funding sporting equipment for the year.
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