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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 09, 1973
Page
1
Eleven people waited through a cold night under a verandah to be first on the 8.30am land lease waiting list. They spoke of the Colorado land rush with jokes and shared foods as they prepared with sleeping gear and a kerosene heater.
The Security Council convened at 1 pm local time to discuss the Middle East crisis at the request of member states. Delegates from several nations are attending as the situation develops, with statements expected on possible humanitarian aid and ceasefire efforts.
The Prime Minister Whitlam carried out a minor ministry reshuffle ahead of a formal swearing in. Senator Reg Bishop of SA is tipped to head the Capital Territory portfolio after a heart attack. Enderby loses Capital Territory to take on Defence and Repatriation duties. Bryant moves to Repatriation amid departure from Aboriginal Affairs. Cavanagh shifts to Aboriginal Affairs. Johnson takes on Works. Barnard and Cairns lose parts of their portfolios.
Adelaide report notes Mr George Basisova, 44, a former five time SA State vice president of the DLP, stating there was no future in Australian politics amid Liberal and RPG tensions. The garbled text cites his stance and political climate.
IAN MYERSCOUGH reports that a Croatian soccer club was ousted after a council meeting. A majority of delegates supported the expulsion, with the decision affecting the club’s status in the ACT competition.
A 20 year old man, Kiam Taylor, was killed and partly eaten by lions at a tourist resort about 30 miles south of Brisbane. Police said he had left his aunt to pat a tame lion in a high wire compound through which visitors drive. Details on others involved remain unclear.
London dispatch reports Israel claiming a shattered Syria tank assault and switching to a broader offensive against Egypt as the Middle East war enters its third day. Israeli air raids target Syria and key airfields while Cairo and Damascus deny setbacks. Syrian claims of Israeli losses, including 29 aircraft, are reported alongside Egypt’s continued crossing of the Suez Canal.
Reports claim Israel destroyed 72 Syrian aircraft since the war began, with 400 Syrian tanks knocked out and intense air strikes on Damascus. Egypt reports 92 Israeli tanks and 57 aircraft destroyed as Cairo says forces push across the Suez Canal. Arab backing varies while both sides trade heavy losses.
The ACT Advisory Council urges POWER delaying a state power dispute, while the Opposition weighs an early election. The US Chemical industry calls for no shift in policy and to study military use of chemical weapons. Queensland Government estimates up to 4 million dollars yearly for collecting all empty drink cans and bottles.
Reported shooting down of two Israeli aircraft by Jordan highlights its power but its failure to intervene with Egypt and Syria raises questions. Libyan leader Kadafi denounces King Hussein as coward and calls for overthrow while AP notes no frontline incidents. Page five.
The United Nations contemplates steps toward ending the Middle East war amid weekend stalemate. British delegate Maitland pressed for an unqualified ceasefire while opposed by members seeking conditions. The US delays a Security Council meeting, hoping other channels yield peace moves through Kissinger diplomacy.
Fragments report a locust plague spreading in western New South Wales with breeding locusts near towns. Mentions government promise to send in troops and workers, but details are unclear and the text is damaged.
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