PM Wins Cheers During War Protest in Canberra
Prime Minister McMahon drew cheers from a small crowd outside Parliament House in Canberra as he flashed a peace sign. About 100 protesters braved cold winds for the second Moratorium rally against the Vietnam War, planting 460 crosses for Australians killed and a large red cross for Vietnamese civilians. Anglican chaplain Rev George Garnsey led prayers, calling for mourning and hope for the future. The crowd dwindled after the crosses, with a brief chorus of protest songs and no incidents reported.
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Ampol to present evidence on alleged dumping
Ampol Petroleum Ltd will provide the Federal Government with information this week on the alleged dumping of cheap overseas petrol in the Australian market. The government will hear Ampol’s case after a telegram asking referral to a special advisory authority. A government spokesman said no move to halt imports is planned yet while inquiries gather a fuller picture.
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Margaret Court toppled in Chamionships upset
Paris Sunday AP reports Margaret Court defending champion and world no 1 loss to Gail Sherriff Chanfreau in straight sets at the Chamionships. Sherriff Chanfreau, a former Sydney player, advances in the major tennis tournament since World War II.
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Sunday Trots marred by cold in Canberra
Canberra trotting club’s Sunday seven race meeting drew about 2,000 spectators despite a cold day and free admittance for children. President Jack Butler said weather kept attendance below potential, with Pearce’s Pick driven by Ken McFarlane winning the first race. Weather notes: Canberra recorded its coldest day of the year at 50 degrees with heavy rain overnight and snow at Thredbo and Kosciuszko. showers expected today with a 52 degree high.
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Qantas Extortion Dummy to Aid Global Search
Sydney CIB builds a life size dummy of the ransom recepient from the Qantas case, dressed like the suspect who abandoned a yellow Kombi at George and Bathurst streets. Interpol will send a photo of the model worldwide as detectives pursue fresh leads amid a waning public reaction. Scotland Yard distances itself from a London Evening Sun report linking a suspect. Gold Coast focus and Brisbane tip lines prompt no solid breakthrough. Melbourne investigator Tom Erickson declines comment on Mr Brown identity.
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Serling laments Doomsday Flight script spurring hoaxes
Author Rod Serling says he regrets writing the Doomsday Flight script which Los Angeles officials link to several Qantas bomb hoaxes. He notes he wrote the film after a Denver incident and acknowledges responsibility for inspiring a spate of extortion plots while insisting he had no control over the finished work.
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British consul Stanley Sylvester freed in Rosario
In Rosario Argentina the British honorary consul Stanley Sylvester was released by left wing terrorists after a week of captivity. He arrived home in Fisherton district and told reporters he received good treatment. The release followed Frigorifica Swift de La Plata accepting a demand to distribute food and supplies to shantytown residents and workers. The report notes prior events and ties to the People’s Revolutionary Army.
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Liberal Group calls for wool inquiry and reforms
The Liberal rural committee urged the Government to immediately commission an international expert inquiry into future wool demand and prices, to be completed within three months. It backed cost-cutting measures, abolition of State railway monopolies, and new selling methods via the Australian Wool Commission, while opposing production quotas.
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Rise in steel price prompts government review
The Federal Government will begin an examination this week of the eight per cent increase in steel prices by BHP. In other items pedestrians were killed on Victorian roads in weekend incidents, and Aboriginal land rights were raised by Mr Howson. Mars flight aims to reveal possibilities of life, while the Queen faced threats during a tour. Mataungans court a renewal government council on Matupit Island as Rose loses a unanimous decision in Hiroshima.
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Liberal moves over China in Australian parliament
The Liberal Party Federal Council in Canberra will debate two resolutions urging Australia to recognise China. Environment Minister Peter Howson said the motions are on the agenda and noted a shift in both Canberra and Beijing toward dialogue while stressing Taiwan remains a key consideration and Australia’s duty to assist.
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Ky announces run for presidency against Thieu
Vice President Ky confirms he will oppose President Thieu in the October election after a speech at the Viet Namese Lions Club convention. He says his decision will reflect his judgment and duties, hints at a possible running mate, and denies profiteering or drug smuggling allegations while urging a political solution to the war. He voices belief in peace and prosperity for Vietnam with a middle path between military victory and peace at any price.
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