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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 04, 1966

Page

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Senate amends second Government Bill in eight days

The Senate amended a Government Bill for the second time in eight days to liberalize its principles. Senator KR C Wright moved an amendment to the Bankruptcy Bill expanding appeals to the High Court. supported by ALP and DLP. Wright also aided an Opposition Judiciary Bill amendment on out-of-state lawyers. Senator Withers briefly supported Wright before voting against the amendment. The Bills remain technical and were debated at length in committees with lawyers prominent in the talks.

Senate KR. C. Wright High Court Lower Cours ALP DLP Wright Commonwealth Territories Walt Wiestert Withers The Voice

British make or break Budget outlined by Cal laghan

The Chancellor of the Exchequer prepares to present a long Budget speech in the House of Commons. He aims to wipe out Britain's payments deficit by year end and lay the groundwork for surpluses in subsequent years. The plan seeks to repay £900 million in overseas loans by 1970. Loans were drawn from the IMF and Switzerland in the 1960s to support sterling.

London AAP Reuter Callaghan Wilson Britain House of Commons International Monetary Fund Switzerland

South Vietnam PM hints at delaying crucial elections

In Saigon, Prime Minister Vige Marsha Nenyen Cng Kyi said South Vietnam may postpone the general elections. He pledged to hold sessions by October and aims to secure investment, expressing confidence within three to five months as he spoke at Quins Neal air base.

Vietnam Saigon Vige-Marsha Nenyen Cng Kyi South Vietnam Quins Neal

Court Penalties and Juries Under Fire in Melbourne Trial

Melbourne lawyers clash with police calls for harsher juries as Frank Galbally defends juror independence amid McLeod case details. Trial spotlight on whether juries should convict on lesser charges and resist external influences rather than pursue strict technical guilt.

Melbourne Frank Galbally Arnold

ALP denies education survey by independent group

The Labor Party's general secretary C Wyndham said yesterday an independent body Educational Freedom was conducting a survey on education. He denied links to a NSW committee and said reports from the association were available to all MPs. The issue followed a Labor party meeting in Sydney and preparations for an education-related report.

Labor Party The ALP C. Wyndham Wyndham Gorton Sena Tor Gorton Nsw Adelaide Labo Party Labor Liberal Country Sydney Saturdiary Reynolds Mittee

Tan Wilson Triumphs In LCL Ballot To Contest Sturt

Mir Tan Wilson, age 33 and a solicitor, won the LCL ballot to contest Sturt in the upcoming Federal election. He is the son of Sir Keith Wilson, MP, who has announced retirement at the end of his current term.

Adelaide Mir Tan Wilson LCL Sturt Mr Wilson Keith Wilson

Post for Sir Robert likely

Melbourne readers learn Sir Robert Menzies is expected to become Melbourne University chancellor. A bill allowing the university council to appoint outside members paves the way, after the council requested the change. Education Minister Slomfield noted occasions may arise to appoint nonmembers.

Melbourne Robert Menzies Melbourne University University Council Educest Legislative Assembly Sir Robert Myr Slomnfield Melbourne University Council

Cigarette Price Cuts Hit Canberra Stores

Canberra retailers including Charles Rogers and Sons Marcus Clark and Cal can cut cigarette prices to meet competition. Marcus Clark and Cal manager P G Seaman said cuts will continue as sales remain strong. Woolworths and J B Young Ltd also plan reductions saying they meet competition. David Tones Ltd will drop prices until the issue is resolved. Canberra Chamber of Commerce president E Baker said mediation had not been sought.

Canberra Charles Rogers and Sons Rogers Marcus Clark Cal Morn Ltd Ing Marcus Clarks P. G. Seaman K. J. Gale W. McGuiness Woolworths Foodmarket

Papuan teacher teaches Australian Rules at Lyneham High

Papuan schoolteacher Galeva Bagelo, 25, has spent two weeks at Lyneham High School showing first year pupils Australian Rules football as part of a Parramatta Rotary Club scholarship. He is a Kwikala High School teacher near Port Moresby and travels 60 miles weekly to play with Avials.

Galeva Bagelo Lyneham High School Bram van Arkel Tan Simmonds Gilbert Smith Bagelo Parramatta Rotary Club Bageelo Kwikala High School Port Moresby Australia Avials Department of Civil Aviation

YACHT CREW SAFE IN NAVAL SHIP

The skipper and crew of the keeler Tatariki are safe aboard the navy escort ship Endeavour after a dramatic rescue in heavy seas near North Cape. The yacht was dismasted and towed to safety, with seven men exhausted but unharmed.

Auckland Endeavour Keeler Tatariki Pacific North Cape New Zealand J. A. Tichener Fandango Great Barrier Island Fidelis Cape Royal Akarana Yacht Club Rongo- Mau

Bombing North Vietnam Seen As No Real Effect

McNamara argued North Vietnam’s economy is driven by agriculture with industry at 15 percent of GNP so bombing industry would not affect Hanoi’s will or capacity. Ball noted limited air over monsoon season and claimed no sanctuary, while U S pilots attacked rail and supply lines amid Vietnamese front-line battles. A spokesman said actions hinge on high government decision. field commanders act only with authority from Johnson.

Galbally McLeod Ness Box Arnoll Leass H Arnold Fennel Victorimm Rt Paing Ceetectl Nei Ae Gialbally Hurgreaves Dausey Crescent Braybrook Arnold Thomas I. Ludges orlLeed McNamara North Vietnam Hanoi Ball Vietnam Con- Vienam Johnson Jmander Cam Wielong Cambodia Dnna Und Und Or the 1St Infantry Erdwigelt Mallee She Anfay Tac Viet Ninh Ssipon Mingham

Johnson's limited war stance amid Vietnam pressures

President Johnson said the United States will pursue a limited war while steadily building military strength to counter rising infiltration from the north. Defense officials McNamara and Ball answered policy questions at the US Chamber of Commerce, noting temporary setbacks in South Vietnam but a return to earlier gains. McNamara warned mining Haiphong would risk them at this time, given possible Soviet or Communist retaliation.

North McNamara Mr Ball US Chamber of Commerce South Vietnam MecNamira Haiphong

Guide to Gifts for Mother's Day Purchases

Four page buying guide published today after Page 8 offers a handy reference for shoppers. It highlights gift ideas and tips to simplify choosing presents for mothers.Graced with practical suggestions and concise sections, the guide targets easy shopping and timely use.

Farm Finds Unexploded War Munitions On 261 Acres In England

Fourteen years after WWII a farmer in Porsel southwest England uncovered a field filled with unexploded shells and bombs while ploughing 261 acres. He sued landlord Major Rhys Mansel for 161,212 pounds claiming land damage, while Mansel argued the War Department bore responsibility. The case proceeded in a London court with continued bearing slated for tomorrow.

London Porsel England John Vearncombe Rhys Mansel D. M. Scott Vearncombe Messerschmitt Mensel War Department

ANU recruit drive fails to recruit mathematicians abroad

A summary of varied items from a Australian National University recruitment effort failing to attract mathematicians overseas. The issue notes include political moves in Indonesia and Rhodesia talks secrecy, with references to Myra Hindley in the Moors murders case and other page notices on protests, courts, and local business sign removals.

Australian National University Vimves Neons Malaysia Indonesia Derek Roond Singapore Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee Canberra Myra Hindley Britain Ian Brady

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