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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 01, 1974

Page

1

Bartons to be expelled from Brazil this week

Brazilian government sources say Australian businessman Alexander Barton and his son Thomas face expulsion later this week. A 90 day administrative arrest order for the Bartons would expire in May, under a decree also used to expel train robber Ronald Biggs. Biggs was arrested in Rio de Janeiro on February 1 after escaping from Wandsworth Jail.

Brasilia Alexander Barton Thomas Brazil Bartons Ronald Biggs Biggs Rio de Janeiro Loney Wandsworth de Dee Britain

Tenders Sought for Seven New Garbage Trucks

The Department of the Capital Territory invited tenders for seven garbage collection trucks to boost capacity by year end. Hallwell Waste Disposals already faced missed collections in several suburbs, with only North Canberra areas served. Two trucks to be delivered by June and five by December aim to cover missed routes and allow possible transfer of trade waste work when contracts end.

Department of the Capital Territory Hallwell Waste Disposals Canberra Hallwell Hughes Deakin Weston Warramanga Fisher Chapman Holder Weston Creek

Cooke America book review on Fridays pages

Roger Pulvers criticizes Alistair Cooke's America in Friday's book pages, finding little soul in the work. The review appears as part of the weekly Books section with a concise critique of Cooke's perspective and writing.

Alistair Cooke America Roger Pulvers

Highway collapse buries workers in West Germany

A highway under construction near Kempten collapsed Tuesday in the valley Bloor. Rescue teams freed nine or ten survivors within two hours. Police reported one victim died instantly and another Turkish worker died after arriving at a nearby hospital.

Kempten West Germany Associated Press

Inflation policy and election pitch from Mr Snedden

In a televised speech at North Rocks, Liberal leader Mr Snedden pledged a strong anti inflation stance and urged voters to elect a Liberal-Country Government on May 1. He framed Labor as a threat to electoral laws and detailed promises including increased supplementary assistance and expanded exemptions, while supporters inside and outside the Parramatta hall rallied.

Liberal Party Mr Snedden North Rocks Snedden SPO Millen Kivab Este Whitlwin Parramatta FCM Wheati Fh Descot Snedhlen Mrr Whitlam Stoned Crows Strechf¢m Australs Athicks Llataon

Snedden accuses Labor over inflation and plans economic cure

Opposition leader Mr Snedden links inflation to Labor policy, arguing the March quarter shows the highest rate in 20 years. He outlines a plan to curb inflation with capital expenditure deferral, public-spending cuts, a price and wages freeze, and $600 million in tax cuts. He stresses protecting health, welfare, education, and urban programs while promising welfare pensions to rise after the Henderson commission report.

Snedden Labor Party al Snedden Henderson Poverty Commission

Election 1944 Campaign Notes From Snedden Speech

Prime Minister accuses banks of threats while outlining policy guidelines and a wage stance. Snedden pledges to limit Public Service growth, resist a 33 hour week, and prioritize individual concern, with policy details aired across pages highlighting education, childcare, and economic plans related to the Karmel Report and Liberal Country Party manifesto.

Snedden Snetssen Powilsh Mcume Australia

Robbery at Fyshwick ends with knife threat and injuries

A Swift and Moore Ply Lit employee in Fyshwick was slashed on the wrists and forehead during a robbery yesterday. The attacker, armed with a knife, demanded keys to a cash tin as the victim tried to phone Canberra police. Police say the man escaped with $500.

Swift and Moore Fyshwick Canberra ACT

Snedden Opens Liberal Campaign With Brass Bands Ballyhoo

Sydney, Tuesday. Opposition Leader Snedden launched the Liberal-CP campaign at North Rocks Community Centre Parramatta to about 700 inside and 2,000 watching outside on TV. He denounced the Labor experiment, promised fresh action and ideas, while demonstrators outside shouted Give Gough a go as a scuffle erupted with an interjector. The event featured a Dixieland band and Norfolk ballooned hall with party banners and shirts as Sir Robert Askin and Anthony joined the address.

Sydney Snedden Liberal Party Liberal-Cp Gough Polceman Nem Country Party Anthony Bill Bailey Nsw Robert Askin

TV ban on Liberal Party commercials in NSW

Reported debate over a television ban on Liberal Party political ads following a ruling by the Broadcasting Control Board. The chairman Mir Myles Wright cited compliance gaps and called for clearer rules. ALP and government officials criticized wording and authorship disclosures while investigations continue in NSW and Victoria.

Liberal Party Nsw Centre Board Mir Myles Wright Vhe Haecaretlis Broadcasting and Television Act Wright Australia

Queanbeyan Leagues Club faces council over airspace project

A Queanbeyan Leagues Club editorial blasts the City Council decision not to seek approval to lease airspace allowing a 1.2 metre projection over Collet Street. The club warns the ruling harms the club’s social sporting cultural and economic contributions while noting a concrete slab would remain as an awning.

Queanbeyan Leagues Club Journal WSW Collet Queanbeyan River Queanbeyan Queanbeyan City

UK seeks Upgrading return of Army officer

Major Rix Clark, 38, Belo Wis, appears before Mr Pearson awaiting an extradition warrant. The case involves more than 12,000 in goods and bribery. Clark opposes the charges and remains in custody. Commonwealth Police report will follow as hearings proceed.

Rix Clirke Belo Wis Pearsie Kangaterri Mayan Clark Jay Ton Commonwealth Police Mary Fe Malis Chirk Whi Weas Mir Tavener

The Law in the Courts Series Opens On Justice

Peter George writes a six part series in the fist of a page V7 column exploring how law works to reveal justice. The piece argues that learning about legal processes can lift mystery and ease doubts about whether justice is done.

Peter George the Courts

Life style feature on Nixon edited transcript release

A lifestyle section note reports President Nixon releasing an edited transcript of his remarks. The piece notes the ridicule, embarrassment and blow to his administration, highlighting the political impact and public reaction.

Nixon

Public notices and classifieds fragment summary

A fragment from a classifieds page lists sections such as motorcycles and vehicles for sale or wanted, motor accessories, positions vacant and wanted ads, tenders and auctions, property and stock notices, and a general return thanks notice, with date-like numbers and category tags. It indicates a mixed listing page rather than a single event.

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