Guam Won't Stage The Games

Guam has withdrawn its offer to host the 1974 South Pacific Games because, the government says, there is no money for it. The Governor announced the cancellation after a ’phone call to Washing ton and said there were more pressing needs such as a new hospital and roads as well as a new telephone system. The Games money would have had to come from Washington on which Guam relies for its funds. Since typhoon Karen 11 years ago Guam has received SUS7S million in relief and wants more. Financing the Games would jeopardise its chances. The Governor has also cancelled Mr Ted Nelson’s appointment as SP Games Council member. Supporters of Guam as the Games venue say they could still be held there if present facilities were used.