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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1964
Page
1
Indonesian styled raid targets a rail line near Tampin Malaysia with two explosive devices. One derails a goods train and injures no one while two Express trains business are disrupted for days.
Soviet official Mikoyan supports a confrontational stance backing Indonesia in its push against Malaysia. Sukarno proclaims modern weapons and rocket bases in Northern Kalimantan and rejects withdrawing from the region, while London hosts talks on Asian security and a four-nation effort to settle the dispute.
The council lists Prince Charles among 12 people with potentially dangerous haircuts led by the Rolling Stones. It notes long styles can cause scalp injuries and vision problems as a stunt illustration shows Absalom hanging by his hair from a tree to warn against risky hairdos.
A 21 year old Canberra man severely injured in an explosion at Ainslie plans a future with artificial hands and possible eyesight restoration. Tony Van Eck, now recovering, intends to live independently and study rehabilitation steps at an institution before leaving hospital.
A 12 million plan to develop the Chevron-Hiltop hotel in Sydney has been submitted to the Sydney City Council. It envisions a new four storey public facilities area, a 25 percent site release, and parking for 1690 cars inside the building. The hotel would be twice as high as present tallest Australian building, the AMP building, once completed.
Luxembourg police arrested a German, Klaus Horde, 44, for illegal entry into Luxembourg. He was held in prison awaiting return to Germany.
Australian Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies reported satisfaction after talks with President Johnson at the White House. The leaders stressed close ties between their nations and an intent to bolster anti communist war efforts in Vietnam while preserving freedom.
Malicia Rud was found guilty on three charges including assaulting police and resisting arrest after a melee at Lennoy Street crowds. The bench ordered damages of £5.1s6d and noted police were needed to control about 45 minutes of disorder.
Navy planners urge Australia to acquire a full strike carrier with about 400 American McDonnell Phantom fighters and a small anti-submarine aircraft force. Melbourne could serve as anti-submarine helicopter carrier while a strike carrier adds ground support and limited bombing reach amid Southeast Asia instability. Officials cite Essex or Oriskany class options and expect Cabinet to consider Navy submissions soon.
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