20 Nov 1962
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 20, 1962
Page
1
Prime Minister Nehru told Parliament he would consider declaring war on China or closing the Indian Embassy in Peking. He said China had made important gains in their advance into disputed Indian territory and called the news bad.
Reported by the American Associated Press Nehru says Le La Ridge has fallen to Chinese forces and a heavy artillery attack threatens the Chushul airstrip. He notes potential Indian supply lines to Ladakh beyond 100 miles, while China seeks broader advances and a possible World War risk is discussed by ambassadors in Washington.
The Agricultural Society announced the 1963 show would be held at Hall due to unready new grounds on the Federal Highway opposite the drive in theatre.Weather delays over past weeks left the site unsuitable for pedestrians and horses and officials moved to finalize plans for the Hall venue.
A private service for Lady De L Isle, wife of the Governor General, was held at St John’s Anglican Church. Her death followed a long illness. the casket departed via Fairbairn for a service aircraft to Britain, with the family vault to receive the body at Penhurst. The ceremony was attended by top officials, the Anglicans clergy, and a crowd outside the church.
The Duke will arrive at Fairbairn at 8.50 am and depart for Perth at 8.30 am tomorrow. He plans official duties in Canberra including a noon visit to the Academy of Science and a Royal Fellowship, a 5.30 pm reception, and a 7.45 pm dinner at the Prime Minister’s Lodge. He stays at Canberra House and is met by the Governor-General and Prime Minister. The guard and band will greet him, with ceremonies at RAAF air base and at Rawage, before a Canberra House departure at 11.45 am for the Academy of Science. The academy will confer four Royal Fellowships. return to Canberra House by 12.45 pm, then depart for the air port at 8.10 am tomorrow. The Duke travels to Perth to open the Commonwealth Games and plans a February return with the Queen.
The advisory council recommends stricter control of fireworks. The minister noted NSW and Victoria along with the Department of Customs are considering tighter import and sale controls. Because most fireworks used in Canberra shows are imported from the states, any federal moves would align with state legislation. Coordination with the states is planned and Canberra will be informed of suitable provisions.
West Berlin and West Germany observed Remembrance Day for 48 refugees killed attempting to flee to the West when the Berlin Wall went up in 1961. East German border guards watched as hundreds of West Berliners walked along the wall waving to those in the East.
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