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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 25, 1966
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a challenge by Mr Calwell, a contested report on government affairs, and mentions ministers and a select committee. The text is unclear but indicates scrutiny of government actions and wage-related items.
Australia weighs further aid after floods in Solo Central Java where 71 dead and many injured. Prime Minister MY Hom stated Canberra seeks more information before finalizing assistance. Meanwhile a Mekong Nam Ngum dam project in Indo China aims to harness river flow for power, with Australian sources noting a 446420 dollar commitment.
The Ye Municipal Gate works manager W Powell and his assistant Mc Torrecon Hay Vegent quit yesterday. Powell claimed leadership roles in Indonesia and Sukarno’s government amid chaotic remarks. The pair, the entire staff, said their resignations were accepted with some regret.
About a hundred women aged 30 to 73 attended a wig-testing evening at Quaanbeyan Leaps Club auditorium. They tried wigs for Miss Australia hopeful Anne Fletcher while Mrs N Boyd assisted. The event drew a wide mix, including a 73 year old buyer.
A committee representing six churches seeks funds for an interdenominational college at the Australian National University. If approved, about 150 or more students could be enrolled in 1967 69. Land allotments of ten acres south of existing halls of residence would host the interdenominational and two Roman Catholic colleges with five acres for the former and five shared with the Ursuline and Dominican colleges.
February figures show a high rate again and suggest nearer compromise as the housing market steadies after a November peak. The report indicates consumer spending stagnation likely contributing to a softening trend, with signs of a slow slide toward year-end levels.
Pope and Primate urged unity and a Vatican Anglican commission to study mixed marriages and practical hurdles. Archbishop Ramsey and the Pope spoke of keeping unity in view, acknowledging difficulties ahead, as they read their joint declaration at St Paul Outside the Walls.
Chrysler Australia Ltd reports a net profit of 8,473,152 dollars for the last financial year. No dividend will be paid to the United States parent. Chairman Mr DH Brown says profits will be reinvested in the company and a dividend will be paid to Australian resident shareholders.
Pope Paul VI and Archbishop Canterbury publish a joint declaration on March 24 1966 praising a new atmosphere of Christian fellowship between the Roman Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion. They commit to ongoing dialogue, shared hope for unity, and practical collaboration across church life to deepen peace and understanding worldwide.
The trial of Abram Fischer, South African QC, opens in Pretoria with 15 charges. He defends by denying involvement with Supposed sabotage and links to the banned Communist Party. Other items mention Chen Yi remarks on Vietnam war and NSW Labor events.
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