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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 01, 1964
Page
12
The Canberra Times notes 1966 as the Year of the Clown Water Supply with 490000 residents set to receive a cleaner system. Upgrades include sediment removal and new pipes to reduce chlorine taste and odor though some works spill into next summer with possible restrictions.
A cautious appraisal of Tom Mboya's stance on Papua New Guinea and regional independence notes Papua New Guinea's trepidation, limited political organisation, and education needs. The observer calls Mboya sane and moderate, able to address South Africa concerns as well, and to push for urgency.
A diary excerpt from a Vietcong fighter named Do Luc to Nguyen Thi Minh Chau, dated July 28, 1960, describes an intent to “free” South Vietnam and mournful longing for the North. The piece places the Vietcong strategy in a global guerrilla tradition tracing back to Maoist theory and earlier struggles in Asia and beyond.
In Victoria this week the premier’s Lime Budget sparks higher tram and train fares gas and electricity charges hospital fees stamp duty and driver licences. The Age notes rising living costs while Bolte defends policies and vows tougher taxation amid electoral pressures. Sir Maurice Nathan blasts the plan after returning from a World Fair prospects tour.
In Melbourne discussions on a city fair, Sir Maurice and Mr. Bolte debated costs from £25 million to £100 million with a date set for 1972 after ruling out 1970. Aerial impressions and local figures highlighted the financial uncertainties and community impact.
The diary of De Luc outlines Viet Cong organizational structure from Hanoi to the South, its political military targets, and the river of support from local populations. It details the Ho Chi Minh Trail, village to provincial units, and the reef of anti government activity shaping the war.
In letters to the editor, George C. Lautelle praises the Canberra Lions Club for gifts and services to the Goodwin Centre, including blankets, cottage support, and drives for the elderly, while Joyce McConnell notes a 12 year roster of women drivers aiding elderly transport.
A Cooma North reader argues Canberra Saturday morning shopping should continue. She notes residents rely on Canberra for speciality items and lower prices and urges consideration of district needs before any decision.
A former officer, calling himself Pro Bono Publica Joe Courtney O'Connor, thanks the newspaper for two letters on discipline in rescue efforts and police help in disasters, saying the points are well stated and reflect civic responsibility.
A Canberra reader laments unsafe gun practice at recreation reserves. He cites peppered notices and wildlife harm, urges Sunday shooting restrictions, and calls for reform of gun licensing to limit access to responsible, legitimate users. Governor-General Deakin and Catherine Sidney travel between Sydney and Canberra.
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