24 May 1965
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 24, 1965
Page
1
Report notes OMI Sintay in critical condition after partial separation by Professor Ling Solerin. Surgeon cites potential post operative risks while awaiting final judgment on the procedure and its outcomes. The parents and medical team await clarity as authorities review recent developments.
A local report notes twins born to a butcher's wife were joined at the spine. Doctors say the separation may allow walking soon and potential marriage and hearing, with 20 inch incisions along each side. The surgeon planned stitches and care.
Fragmented OCR reports a night vehicle incident with injuries near a hospital and several names and places. The text is heavily garbled with many misspellings and stray phrases, making precise facts unclear. Partial mentions include a Presbyterian church, multiple individuals, and a memorial anniversary reference, but specifics are indistinct.
A chaotic account from a Sunday rally mentions Sukarno aligned with Communists amid confusion over Malaya leadership. Observers cite a contentious speech from speakers including Pekingese and American committees, with emphasis on Vietnam and political groups. the scene features protests and debates lasting about four minutes.
A damaged account describes a theft from Birmingham where a painting, wrapped in brown paper and protected by a wooden case, was taken from a baggage area. Investigators and Gallery staff discuss authenticity and possible recovery, with a police investigation and a reward offered for the painting.
Sunday in Melbourne saw a violent incident after a Che ong Fitzroy thirds game with about thirty players involved. Police examined players by Scotland Yard style fingerprints while a theft at Geelong yesterday sparked a manhunt. Five minutes of melee ended with officials interviewing a well spoken, sharp Field Uimmire Woolloves Gall as investigators sought four players from each side and details of a stolen luggage deposit.
An eclectic, garbled dispatch touches on Asian N force deaths, Indonesia measures, Malposin participation, and Atlantic security. It references Landon, Marwan notices, British policy shifts, and potential nuclear arrangements, with mentions of Algiers, Leicester, and various countries amid confusion.
Fragmentary report notes a youth named John Chovant from Chesterfield died after a fall while exploring a cave near Rimpania in Sat weday. The piece mentions Highland Caving Club members and references political and wartime rhetoric attributed to Robert Menzies and others, with unclear context and garbled names.
Public rallies spark debate over Australia's Vietnam role as Mr Calwell attacks government policy and Chinese threats while Mr Cairns urges firm action. The debate centers on a possible Australian military commitment and the risk of nuclear confrontation, with Labour leaders arguing for decisive policy shifts. Continued on Page 3.
Parliament will sit for one, possibly two extra days to clear a backlog of legislation. The House of Representatives has before it bills including Broadcasting and Television Bill and Defence (Re-establishment) Bill. The Senate has yet to deal with Sales Tax Exemptions and Classifications Bill and Customs Tariff Validation Bill. The Defence (Re-establishment) Bill and Defence Forces Retirement Benefit Scheme bill are also on the table.
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