18 Nov 1965
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1965
Page
1
The article argues that rising car sales reflect the economy's direction and counter calls for swift government stimulus. It warns that without action, momentum could fade and full employment shrink into recession, wasting human and capital resources.
Economic assessors say pre budget sales fell sharply with June declines reversing only slightly in July and August due to delayed GM-H models. Analysts warn the industry is oversold and likely to stay weak for five to six months with potential job losses in vehicle and ancillary sectors as producers cut output to match weak demand.
In Sydney the state finalists for Miss Australia prepare for today’s title event while yesterday enjoyed a holiday at Canbeyron Black Mountain lookout. The lineup includes Miss Frankie Lightfoot Victoria Miss Amanda Radcliff Tasmania Miss Jennifer Brophy Western Australia Miss Sue Gallie New South Wales Miss Susan Williams Queensland and Miss Carolyn Ann Haley South Australia. More pictures and report on page 12.
UN Secretary General U Thant called on the warring powers to grant major concessions to pave peace talks. He warned that prolongation of the conflict would hinder negotiations and urged renewed efforts toward a ceasefire and stability.
Yesterday the Caucus debated a motion deploring Senator Benn's attack on Mr Lachetti and discussed reporting Benn to the Queensland Central Executive for discipline. Senator Keeffe and Mr Allan Fraser pressed for similar action against Fraser over comments on State aid for independent ACT and Northern Territory schools. A second motion from Mr Stewart warned of party splits and urged adherence to 1965 and earlier ALP decisions on discipline and unity.
A 53 year old man Edward John Const Whelan was fined five pounds after admitting insults at Parliament House Kings Hall. He claimed he was inebriated and said he meant no harm while Deary from Capital Deary reported insults toward two politicians. The case was heard by Mr Dobson in the Canberra Court of Petty Sessions.
A 61 year old unemployed lorry driver Kempton Bunton admitted stealing a 140000 pound Goya portrait from the National Gallery to help the poor. He was sentenced to two months in jail after pleading guilty to taking the painting of the Duke of Wellington and later returning it. He faced related charges including demanding money and causing a nuisance. A House of Representatives dispute followed regarding a visitor’s arrest in Kings Hall Canberra and possible parliamentary privilege.
The Parliamentary Labor Party debates unity tickets communism and state aid as three motions are circulated after a party meeting. Senator Benn distributed a document critiquing Luchetti's petrol subsidy remarks amid Queensland complaints ahead of Wednesday caucus discussions.
The wall at Lake de Griffo, near the old yacht club, will cost about £2000 to repair after storm waves damaged 120 feet of concrete. National Capital Development Commission plans rockfill to form a 3 foot wide bench to reduce wave impact near Albert Hall Canberra Yacht Club and Hospital Peninsula. A trial wall section built last winter withstood heavy pounding.
Fragmented wire service text notes sanctions backed by opposition provoke student anger across Chile in ten separate incidents. The report highlights clashes between American forces and North Vietnamese troops and hints at broader political turmoil in a multi-page newspaper.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.