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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 21, 1969

Page

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Liberal disillusion mounting in Gorton era politics

A Liberal MP warns of party disillusion with Prime Minister Gorton amid internal rifts over defence policy and leadership. He cites indecision and uncertainty, noting criticisms aired at Brisbane meetings and contested views on cabinet appointments and economic management ahead of the Queensland election.

Risbanf Gorton Fonalitien Oueensland Liberal Party E. Rovinson Hrisbane Gauri Robinson Cairns Hay Queenieland Stove Brisbane Rockhampton Towne Ville Australia McMahon Mehwen Freeth Ehich Ing Soviet Union Gair National Press Club Canbert Calsnet McPwen Chait DLP Gworry

Australian broadcaster reports troop withdrawal from Malaysia

The Australian Broadcasting Commission reported from Adelaide that Opposition Leader Whitlam announced plans to withdraw Australian troops from Malaysia. The report said troops stationed at Terendak would be withdrawn and returned to Australia, with Singapore mentioned. Canberra Times could not confirm the report last night.

Australian Broadcasting Commission Adelaide Whitam Art Polly Malaysia Terendak Singapore Canberra Times

Local Trade Row Causes Evening Market Shakeup

A terse late news item outlines a market disturbance with officials naming key figures and dates. The brief mentions a Berne Onpeaae and Hela Himes amid rising prices and a scramble for control of the local trade.

Greek ship in collision sinks near Ameland

London report from Lloyds Agency says the Greek freighter Sea Treeze is slowly sinking after colliding in the North Sea. Breeze radioed that the vessel was making for the Dutch island of Ameland for safety and possible rescue.

London Aap-Reuter Sava Ciek Breeze North Sea Lloyds' Shipping Agency Sea Treeze Ameland

Defence talks to iron out Southeast Asia concept issues

Kuala Lumpur reports defence ministry officials from five Commonwealth nations will meet in the Cameron Highlands to resolve base issues of a new defence concept for Southeast Asia. Delegations from Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, Britain and New Zealand are expected by November 3.

Kuala Lumpur Defence Ministry Southeast Asia Cameron Highlands Australis Britain New Zealand Malaysia Singapore Copherra oweVer Australia Kuala Abu Baki Samad Nor Australi Defence Henry Bland Gorton

US Pulls 785 More Marines From Vietnam War

SAGQN Monday United Press International reports another 785 US Marines began leaving the war zone as an American unit suffered near total casualties in a weekend Communist attack. The Marines and 68 aircraft head to Okinawa under Nixon plan to withdraw 35,000 servicemen by December 15. The 1st Marine Division left Vandegrift, the NW base in South Vietnam. White House declined to confirm ceasefire options while debates about Hanoi settlement continue.

United Press International Marine Air Okinawa Nixon Vietnam South Vietnam Washington White House New York Hanoi Thiensky Associated Press

Attack Kills Five Marines In Vietnam Skirmishes

Military spokesmen reported five American servicemembers killed and five wounded in weekend fighting near Quang Ngai City. The clashes involved a mortar barrage followed by ground assaults as US reinforcements pursued Vietcong units. Reports from Newsweek and NBC cited discussions of a unilateral cease fire and possible repatriation of territory, with Senator Fulbright signaling openness to reforms leading toward elections and a permanent South Vietnamese government.

Itackers Quang Ngai Pacification Texm Eterd South Vietnam Vietcong North Vietnam National Liberation Front Proup Cus Pom ‘Arin Maging Fulbright

Devlin Counsel Named as Foot To Defend Devlin

Sir Dingle Foot, Labour MP and former Solicitor General, will defend Bernadette Devlin. The case stems from allegations of rifle fire during the Londonderry clashes last August. A high level tribunal into Northern Ireland sectarian violence delays the hearing beyond the present period.

London Monda Aap-Reuter Britain Sir Dingle Foot Bernadette Devlin Northern Ireland Iian Londonderry Dingle Foot Labour Miss Devlin Lion

Appeal Against Suppression In Adelaide Case

In Adelaide Master of the Supreme Court will hear counsel in chambers on an appeal for leave to suppress the name of a 42 year old motorist charged with two driving offences. Hearing adjourned to November 4 with bail in effect. The suppression order, issued by Justice Travers, prohibits publishing identifying details after charges commenced. The man is accused of driving on Main North East Road at Collin Wood while under influence of narcotics or drugs, causing a collision.

Adelaide South Australian Supreme Court W. E Forster Ryan Amorrow Mestrs GD. Hollidge Rop J Senslade Hebsif Melbourne Supreme Court Justice Travers D. F. Wilson

Trout Catches Report From Cootamundra Dam Event

Reported fishing day features a notable trout catch near the Bluff by the dam at Cootamundra. Local angler Mr Maul Setivenes reportedly netted a large trout with a tiger minnow lure near Burtinjuck Waters Park.

Yass Mummy Franny Maul Setivenes Cootamundra Jade Burtinjuck Waters Park Scrivener

UK frees convicted spies in exchange deal

London reports say convicted spy Peter Kroger was released from prison as part of a prisoner exchange in which Soviet Union liberated British lecturer Gerald Brooke last July. Sources cited by Trevor Roper described the Kroger release and Brooke’s prior freedom as the two sides matching exchanges for prisoners deemed dangerous.

London Peter Kroger Soviet Union Gerald Brooke Sarees Professor Stower Trevor Roner Brooke Wight Dangernus Helen Wir Holloany Kroper Park Brixtor Poland

Korean embasy attacked by students injures staff

Four South Korean Embassy staff were injured as a small group of Japanese students attacked the embassy with iron bars and petrol bombs. The incident followed protests planned by unions in Tokyo and clashes linked to student movements. In Okinawa, three students invaded a government office, threw petrol bombs, and raised a student banner.

Tokyo Marame Om Comulate Lyon Teomle JCP Naha Okawa Ito

Australia Draws with South Korea in World Cup Qualifier

Australia fought to a hard drawn match against South Korea at National Stadium under night lights. The result leaves Australia short of advancing and facing remaining tests as Rhodesia looms and Japan or Korea pose further challenges.

Australia Sou Korea Enul Wheesnation World Cp Inder Elminarion Covnd Ntce Japan Kores Rhodesia

Wife of train robber freed

A fragmented report notes the wife of a train robber was released. The item references the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and forecast elements about underdeveloped regions. It mentions Beagle in Teed by 1988 and a Moscow year political propereance with Creek Commander ship.

United Nations Food ‘and Agriculture. Organization Frenosiovak Moscow

Northern Territory Seat Becomes Marginal in Contest

A marginal Northern Territory seat is shaping up as a tight contest between major parties. Analysts note the uncertainty hinges on rural voters and local issues, with late campaigning tightening the race as candidates press a final push.

Northern Territory Thie Ee Soot Wyry Bren Jonathan Gaul

Prices rise 3.4 percent in year to September quarter

A newspaper note reports consumer prices increased by 3.4 percent over the year to the September quarter, higher than the 2.9 percent rise to the March quarter, with figures attributed to the latest price index and economic report.

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