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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 06, 1968

Page

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Mekong Delta capital Ca Mau under Vietcong attack

Vietcong battalion surrounded Ca Mau city hospital and fought in the streets. Government and US sources say troops retook the hospital and the base remained operational at Cam Ranh Bay. Vietcong also struck multiple provincial capitals and US bases. no US casualties reported.

Saigon Tuenlay Iaap-Renter Mekeng Ca Mau Txlay Ca Min Cam Ranh Bay Peninsia Pirive Swigen Assat South Vietnam Nirer Pwr Mekong AAS Vietcong Nibelde

Salisbury front page censored in early 20th century report

Report from Salisbury notes censorship obscuring the top half of the front page. Mentions expunged references to Rhodes, Herat, and delays around a High Court decision and a death sentence appeal to the Privy Council. Highlights last minute bid to save Africans amid legal turmoil.

Salisbury Rhodesia High” Court Justice Fielisend Privy Council Iuwan

Late News Asylum Gianted Stockningim

Fragmented OCR text mentions international figures and West Germany with unclear actions. Readable items include references to pollioesl and Ameri an context, but essential facts are obscured. no coherent event or outcome can be determined from the readable portions.

Drought Threatens Canberra Water Cut Increase

The report outlines looming water restrictions as drought deepens and Canberra may face cuts to 3 percent of gallons daily. Authorities warn that without substantial repairs and Commonwealth support, the city could exceed 760 million gallons in a future supply, far below December levels.

Canberra

Canberra Water Crisis Narrows to Domestic Use Worries

The Department of Works in Caherra reports Canberra and Queanbeyan are using about half their water daily as drought cuts storage at Lake Burley Griffin. Officials warn of possible shortages if domestic consumption rises further. Inter-departmental talks and local reviews focus on existing restrictions and possible changes while rainfall remains scant.

Commonwealth Department of Works Ac Ferrart Canberra Canbersand Queen Burley Griffin Couch Caherra Ferrari Queanbeyan Hottuyn

No Complaints on Alf Garnett TV Appearance

Tuesday ABC Sydney offices received only one call praising Alf Garnett after his controversial Till Death Us Do Pan episode. The broadcast drew comparisons to objections in Britain where viewers jammed the BBC switchboard over similar content.

Sydney Alf Garnett ABC England BBC ABC Tonight Secant Carro Kerby Garnett South Attia Queen Elizabeth

Cusack Retires From Racing After Longford Crash

Canberra racing driver Greg Cusack, who survived a 150 mph Longford crash, has retired from motor racing. He announced the decision before the incident and was treated at Conunity Hospital for leg and wrist injuries and delayed shock.

Canberra Greg Cusack Longford Tasmania Chacon Cuek Amd Cuberra Cuderia Piengford

Air strike disrupts Tasmanian air service today

Air service disrupted by nationwide strike as TAA officials warn some Vickers Viscount flights to Camber may be withdrawn. Flight engineers walked out at 2pm with 48 hour expected duration, joined by transport workers and baggage handlers. ANA and other carriers untouched. Melbourne tribunal imposes strike ban from 3pm. pilots face no-strike order.

TAA Bacings Anset Ana Federation of Air Pilots Melbourne Transpo Workers Union

Emergency grounding strains Australian air travel

TAA grounded four 727s three Freighters and three DCs prompting use of ten Kokker Phondyhion seven Vie tna One BCA passenger planes and four Ded Treinnners. Routes Melbourne to Sydney and Sydney to Melbourne show limited service with several legs cancelled or altered. Trade unions warn of continued disruption as engineers and pilots press for safety and pay while operations rely on interim crews.

TAA PAA Sever Vietna BCA Melbourne Sydney Canberra Avorn Cally Albury Sylley Fontamberra Sand Frown Shey Brisbane Tone Fi Iishane Sitney Southey Indust Tribunal

Soviet warns on Olympic boycott and South Africa row

In Moscow the Soviet Union urged the International Olympic Committee to reconsider allowing South Africa to compete in Mexico City. Western nations threaten boycott responses and debate over readmission of apartheid nations fuels tension as officials and athletes call for unity or stricter compliance with the Olympic charter.

Moscow Soviet Union Amersationalympic Committee South Africa Mexico Central Council of Maanivalions Cart Sockes Jy Vilcinl Man Cuba Afeica Mlmaion. Nuliee Soviet Sport Tae Perth Abana J.cob Maree Ique Ar Apne Mares Weer Averalia

Marlene Dietrich Slaps TV Reporter at Adelaide Airport

TV reporter Brian Hall says Marlene Dietrich slapped him three times on the cheek as he attempted an airport interview. Hall describes a near-silent exchange and Dietrich’s brief, firm response, with cameras positioned on the terminal roof and tarmac for the staged interview setup.

Adelaide Marlene Dietrich Adelaid Chantal Brian Hill Mr Maillaid Channel Seven

Minister Delays Decision on Landers Smithfield Market

A minister delays a decision on the Landers Smithfield Market amid a shortage of cattle and rising prices. The article notes the market will face continued uncertainty as officials assess the situation and potential actions.

Landers Smithfield

Robertson to resign from post amid carrier ties in Melbourne

A deciphered report says former commander Robertson plans to resign this week over his employment with the Viners and Caraziers Company. He previously led Melbourne forces when the carrier allied with the destroyer Nope in 1964, with unclear future prospects.

Sydney Tentay Canale JR Robertson MAS Melbourne Aid Capri Roberson Viners and Caraziers Company Coromander

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