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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1966
Page
2
Papua New Guinea clans once divided into more than 700 languages show signs of merging into larger tribal social groups. This observation was noted by Mr N D Oran of the New Guinea Research Unit at the Australian National University last night.
A freak lightning strike killed Patrick Waite on a Bellnear farm after a storm folded in. The victim, father of nine, was tending a roadway project near a bank by a migrant-labor settlement. Local officials state the death prompts inquiries and safety reviews.
In Sydney on Wednesday Mr W Sheahan of Burrinjuck clashed with Attorney General McCaw in NSW Parliament over suspending legal aid for two men charged with conspiracy to defraud by false representation.
Mr Fraser asked the ACT Minister for information on developing the Brindabella Ranges as a tourist site near Canberra. He inquired if Anthony would consider the area adjacent to the Corin Dam and snow regions, and whether estimates exist for protecting catchment areas while attracting visitors.
London report says British schoolboys were found guilty of using strong words during the gala event at Dover on July 30 when Sir Menzies was named Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. The incident underscores tensions at the seaside town ceremony.
Sydney report details four women receiving suspended sentences and fines totaling 80 for shoplifting at Paddington Court. They pleaded guilty to entering a two year behaviour bond violation and theft from Grave. several charges were acquitted, with debates over sanctions and prevelance of crime ongoing.
A Royal Air Force V bomber fly past accompanied the commemorative service for Britain's fallen. Canberra Wing Commander W wom led the Canberra contingent with RAAF presence. Special services and a wreath ceremony were held at St Johns Church Reid land and St Christophers Cathedral Manuka with a Wall of Renata to honor the dead.
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