11 Nov 1959
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 11, 1959
Page
1
Reported exchanges over Ladakh and Tibet border regions show leaders seeking a peaceful solution. Chou Enlai appeared more conciliatory than earlier notes, urging talks and mutual pullback while India calls for withdrawal to demilitarised lines.
The Prime Minister indicated a forthcoming statement on the status of Canberra University College. He said he would report in the House of Representatives after the Universities Commission in Canberra offers its views. A final decision on the college is anticipated within days.
In Jilliby near Wyong police searched for escapee Kevin John Simmonds after a timber worker reported seeing a flickering fire on a ridge at dusk. Troops sealed roads, police vehicles moved minimally, and marksmen scouted the area but found no trace of the fire or the suspect.
Canberra and Queanbeyan police seek a man linked to two assaults on women walking home at night. A 63 year old widow in Ainslie let him enter for a call, then was indecently assaulted. A 66 year old woman in Queanbeyan was attacked from behind, face and head injuries reported. Police warn of a suspect known to frequent the area. NSW detectives assisting.
Canberra licence hearing hears Community TV seeks one licence for Canberra to be locally controlled. Directors defend local ownership and avoid reliance on outside advertising outlets while outlining news sourcing and underwriting plans and possible educational programming.
Queanbeyan shops plan to defy a late trading ban amid NSW legislation. The Chamber of Commerce pushed for a decisive stance, with managers of chain stores reportedly weighing company reactions as local businesses brace for potential repercussions.
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