26 Apr 1955
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 26, 1955
Page
1
Fragmented text shows a legislative brawl as opposition parties threaten censure in a forthcoming session. Mentions include Prime Minister and party lines, Conservatives and Democrats amid a government challenge and reduced seats in the lower house.
A foundation stone service at St Mark's Collegiate Library began under promising skies but rain forced Bishop Burgmann to restrict the ceremony after Governor General Sir William Slim spoke. As he departed he reportedly told attendees you did not pray hard enough in a moment of sharp, ironic comment.
A major project in New York City outlines construction of a vast building by Monin Plane and He Works. The design features a two million square foot floor area and significant riverfront integration. Moretti Mart and unit manager Dalleway Lavrage are cited among the project team with connections to the Pentagon and the Defence Department in Washington, reporting 200000 avian feet in the scope.
London reports anticipated early gathering of the Big Four leaders to discuss postwar security and European rebuilding. Officials note hope for progress on an Australian treaty and broader Western integration amid ongoing Cold War strain.
Migrants face governing laws amid ties to the ACT and Commonwealth. Officials discuss compulsory measures, work rights, and potential transfer during a two year period to seek employment in New York or other states as negotiations unfold.
The Australian Labor Party faces a split as anti communist factions in New South Wales gain momentum supported by federal figures. Victoria and New South Wales members discussed unity while petitions and meetings signaled a possible caretaker executive and a June state conference with federal control debates likely to influence the NSW Labor stance.
The Australian Wool Bureau reports higher U K wool consumption since September 1903 with January figures showing a rise in the rate of consumption and a heavier than normal seasonal demand. Woollen spinning consumption edges up from the previous month and is 16 percent higher than a year ago. The bureau notes record wool imports and places Australia as a leading supplier, with the latest data pointing to robust trade in the three-year period.
A large crowd witnessed the Anzac Day march in Sydney despite a shortened route to ease veterans, with Governor Sir Joan Northcott leading the Anzac veterans. Veterans, including blinded ex-servicemen and Boer War veterans, marched in a major column followed by disabled veterans in cars. A parade at Hyde Park concluded with a Remembrance service attended by about 150000 people, where Rabbi L.M. Maile urged nations to set aside differences.
In London, crowds gather at the Cenotaph for a commemorative ceremony. Notable attendees include representatives from Australia New Zealand and the United Kingdom. wreaths were laid by dignitaries including the High Commissioner for New Zealand and Lord Freyberg.
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