Australian Rocks Start Big Debate
Tempers flare in Australia over which state has the world’s biggest rock. Western Australia claims the largest monolith, while the Northern Territory defends Ayers Rock as the world’s biggest rock.
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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1960
Page
9
Tempers flare in Australia over which state has the world’s biggest rock. Western Australia claims the largest monolith, while the Northern Territory defends Ayers Rock as the world’s biggest rock.
Patrolman Richard L. Blake of the Charleston Police Department was suspended for days by Chief Dallas Bias for disobedience of orders and on duty misconduct. Bias cited Blake causing a scene by breaking the desk sergeant’s office door lock after a dispute over entry. Only authorized personnel may enter the office per departmental rules.
Los Angeles County reaches 6,987,246 residents per Census Bureau figures announced Thursday, up 1,835,195 since 1950. Officials note rapid growth and dramatic gains as the region remains a sprawling, high plateau with a wide expanse.
A reader seeks guidance on the seriousness of congenital astigmatism in a 6 percent year old and whether lifelong glasses are expected. Dr Bauer notes early glasses can help though complete correction may not occur, and recommends an eye physician exam to rule out disease.
Johannesburg Daily Star reports anger over the government’s reluctance to introduce television. Officials argue it damages youth, costs too much, and would unleash costly advertising, while neighboring regions gain TV. a satellite relay is hoped as a last resort.
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