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In addition, Vorster can: Siar - + Detain indefinitely nenbers of banned organizations and advocates of "Con-unism". even after they have completed their sentences. ‘Ab Sate 5... + Impose from a minimum of five years up to the death penalty on a ee wko have advocated forcible intervention in South ae pa affairs at any time since 1950, including in the United Nations. - ee
+ Order summary trials without any preparatory examination,
+ Seize. suspected letters, telecrams or parcels sent by nail.
+ Declare c state of emergency and issue emergency Cocrecs which have the force of law.
+ Prohibit assenblies and gatherincs anc ban people fror attendin;: public meetings.
+ Desicnate anyone a "Communist" under the "suppression of Commnunisn" law, ;
HUGis TuAY DAY RALLY IN CEYLON
‘' The May Day rally in Colombo exceeded all expectations. Gaile Face green wes alnost completely filled. It may have been the larsest