UN Secretary General Orders Congo Forces to Return to Matadi
Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold orders United Nations troops to resume activity in the Congo port of Matadi after Sudanese garrison withdrawal under threat of annihilation by a large Congolese army. An emergency meeting of the Security Council discussed the retreat and the cease fire was lifted.
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Congo, Sudan ceasefire talks stall amid mixed reports
Un clear sources say Sudanese troops may cease fire but Congo Army forces threaten veto over replacements. UN brief says emergency meeting delayed while port logistics from Matadi to Leopoldville hindered relief efforts. Swed helicopter crew arrest and Congo troops clashed with rebels, with some detained.
UN Seeks Congo Peace Through African Unity
Observers report the United Nations pressing Congo talks with Antoine Gizenga on route to attend. Kasavubu and Ishombe show willingness to compromise as optimism grows. Kwame Nkrumah arrives in New York praising unity and planning to meet Kennedy to push an African-led Congo solution.
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Ceremony of handing over new Civic offices
The Interior Minister Mr Freeth received flags from six Australian capital cities during the official handover of the new Civic offices. National Capital Development Commissioner Mr J W Overall presented the banners while Secretary Mr W A McLauren looked on.
Youths Invade Soviet Grounds on Independence Day
A group of youths allegedly invaded the Soviet mba grounds and set off giant firecrackers on the lawn. Police arrived to find the Stars and Stripes planted in the center of the area.
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New Civic Offices Taken Over in Canberra Ceremony
A ceremonial handing over marked the official opening of Canberra’s new civic offices. A polished wood key box and six flags from Australian capital cities were unveiled at City Square. Roy Simpson presented the symbolic key to Mr Overall, who gave it to Mrs. McLaren on behalf of the Department of the Interior.
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U S and Russia seek calmer ties amid disarmament talks
The United States aims to ease tensions with Russia through private diplomacy as moves to improve relations continue. The note involves Hungary and USSR U 2 and RB 47 incidents and the Kennedy administration weighing whether to drop the Hungarian question from the United Nations Assembly agenda.
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Democrat Rift Over Church School Aid Sparks Party Split
AP reports a rift within the Democratic Party as John McCormack backs federal loans for private school construction, while President Kennedy cites constitutional limits on aid to Catholic and other private schools. The exchange occurred during a televised discussion with Kenneth Keating.
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Exporters to gain payroll and income tax concessions
The government cabinet approves 16 1/2 percent tax deductions for every pound spent on export development and sales promotion. Payroll tax relief will be introduced on a sliding scale based on increases in wages above 200 pounds per week, with details to follow this week.
Japanese Trade Mission Eyes Australian Iron Ore Deals
Senator Spooner said the Japanese Trade Mission discussed buying coal iron ore copper and other minerals with Australian officials. He noted Japan seeks new deposits aided by export policy changes and warned substantial capital is needed for exploration and transport infrastructure.
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Boy's Body Recovered From River After Sighting
The body of eighteen year old Robert Tognell was recovered yesterday from the Queanbeyan River. Police said the body was found about four miles downstream from where he fell in on Sunday afternoon. Search efforts were ongoing with several residents reporting sighting near the river works yesterday.
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