Iraqi Claims to Kuwait Stir Front Line Tensions
Kuwait reports a state of emergency as Sheikh and Arab leaders say they will defend Kuwait against Iraq. Kuwait Army orders deployment to front lines to deter invasion with international voices split on Iraq’s claim and British and American coverage noting potential Russian involvement.
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Sailors to Sail to Australia to Replace Refrigeration Lighter
RAN sailors under two officers will sail a marine craft from Manus Island to Siltey to pick up a replacement refrigeration lighter for delivery back. The trip, described by Minister for the Navy and Senator Gorton, is said to be the hostest ever and marks an Australia voyage for the sailors.
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Threat Seen by Sir Roy Welensky on Commonwealth and Common Market
Salisbury dispatch reports Sir Roy Welensky warning irreparable damage to the Commonwealth structure if Britain joins the Common Market. He urged UK government to weigh serious possibilities as the Commonwealth hangs on a slender thread. He warned a Commonwealth collapse would leave the U N as the remaining forum of Western nations with common ideals.
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Canberra Chamber backs price inquiry push
The Canberra Chamber of Commerce met to discuss living costs with traders and public as three groups in play. George Scott urged a constructive stance and offered chamber support for an inquiry using council and members. He noted Canberra’s growth to about 50 000 and pointed to price disparities with Newcastle and Wellington as factors. Continued on Page 4.
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Cabinet weighs Australia UK Common Market stance
Australian cabinet discussions prep for next week talks with UK Secretary for Commonwealth Relations Duncan Sandys in Canberra. Sandys to outline UK attitude to joining the Common Market and its trade effects. no decisions until after talks.
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Ministers Split on Treaty in European Free Trade Area
London reports indicate seven EFTA ministers opening talks amid divisions over linking with the European Economic Community. Britain's Chancellor Selwyn Lloyd signaled preference for economic unity, but argued EFTA could remain a practical working institution vital to European trade.
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Upper Cotter Dam begins filling after door set in place
Engineers lowered a 12 by 10 foot wooden door at the base of the 145 foot high Upper Cotter Dam to block the diversionary tunnel. Water started to rise as concrete was poured behind the door while surrounding work continued.
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Kennedy Acts to End Strike and Sets Inquiry Board
President Kennedy invokes the 1946 law for the 18th time to end a 11 day seafarers strike. A three member Inquiry Board will report by June 30, enabling the Attorney General to seek a court ordered 80 day cooling off if needed. Unions have until Friday to return voluntarily. Labor Secretary Goldberg cites a crippling economic impact.
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Thorneycroft Begins Talks on Common Market Plan
Official and commercial sources said here today that he is unlikely to meet opposition. Thorneycroft is one of three emissaries from the British Government to sound Commonwealth opinion and hear objections. Officials and commerce experts in this free port anticipate questions for Mr Thorneycroft, with Singapore possibly included as associated territory.
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