26 Jun 1965
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1965
Page
1
The Interior Department has received 1 235 applications for 12 new Canberra animal plates. Officials note the volume for the new plates, while awaiting final allocations, as they prepare for the next phase of the program.
A long fragmentary report notes a jet crash with eighty four dead. It references reserve price discussions, eligibility of bids, and the involvement of agencies in California. The text is jumbled but preserves names and agencies tied to the procurement and investigation.
The Geneva conference era extends with Britain and Commonwealth debate over Vietnam. China rejects a direct peace mission, stalling potential talks. Western and Soviet reactions mix as nations weigh new options while U N delegates observe the stalled process.
Fragmented text references a local incident or event with unclear names and places. The passage mentions a shop, a path, and youths, with illegible terms suggesting a late news brief about community happenings. No coherent details or outcomes are discernible.
A dual attack on My Canh restaurant and nearby areas in Saigon killed 23 Americans and wounded 22. Survivors and rescuers aided by Vietnamese Marines fought through bloodied streets as embassies and the waterfront suffered blast damage. Authorities blamed Claymore devices and noted prior terrorist strikes against US targets in South Vietnam.
Disjointed report details Indonesian sampans attempting to plant explosives in Singapore harbour. A patrol engaged the craft, bombs exploded, and several suspects were captured or killed. British and French officials described the incident amid wartime naval operations and heightened security.
Unclear project text describes delays in building a new chancellery and embassy complex near Deakin, Canberra. Mentions South Africa and Indonesia, with references to Darwin Avenue and a planned ambassador residence. The article notes postponement of the most imposing embassy and moving plans to a newer site amid evolving schedules.
A fragmented OCR shows mentions of a three part Page 2 body by Peter Samust, a plea for peace linked to the Pope, and scattered page references to theatre, sports, and the Turf Guide. It reads like a damaged newspaper page with assorted features and classifieds.
Report from Saigon and Priday notes the new Shath Vietnau government stressing austerity and mobilization for war. Premier Nock leads a fragile regime facing food shortages, international scrutiny, and internal opposition as officials predict a hard line stance and political instability. Continued coverage on Page 5.
A Canberra weekly report notes progress on a Lady Gowrie Services initiative and a Canberra Ex-Servicemen’s Voluntary group. The Canberra Hospital Board election names three members for two years and Archdeacon G. Robertson for one year. Concrete Constructions earn work for building the new Canberra, with prices listed. The grammer school dinner, patron Canon W. J. Edwards, and the Association’s financials show a £208 annual show profit and February gate takings a record £380. Prices include 24/10 for furniture and £22/10 for suites, as listed in the era’s Canberra news roundup.
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