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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 26, 1956

Page

5

Top Terrorist Killed in Malaya Operation Report

Wednesday report states Corhminiat ter roriats who fought Japan and later went underground were killed by British soldiers in Negeri Sembilan during the Malaya campaign. The official note names Git Tin Ming, district committee secretary of the Kista Keb Trang of the Communist Party, as involved in crimes including a holdup that resulted in two Gurke soldiers deaths.

Ruala Lumbur Corhminiat Nage Sembilan Sodet Malaya Ura Peng Rnibhor Edale Git Tin Ming Kista Keb Trang Communnist Party

Weather and forecast summary from Melanalogical Fairbairn

Weather notes show barometer readings at Yith Gam Nerra and P a.m. temperatures from 45 to 65 degrees with a 32.1 minimum and 4 mph winds around 3 pm. Rainfall recorded at 3 points by 9 pm. Forecast calls for a fine cool day with scattered cloud and westerly winds. regional outlook shows showers in the south and along coast with cool southerly winds. Capital temperatures list Canberra 36 Sydney 72 60 Melbourne 63 50 Hobart 68 54.

Yith Gam Nerra Es Pte Merka Fairbairn CMY Canberra Iad Sydney Hobart Ae Porth Darvin

Australian content in television policy debated

A discussion on whether television service should be predominantly Australian, with Postmaster-General Davison arguing for standards set by the Australian Broadcasting Central Board. The government contemplates licensing controls and possible obligatory Australian content to shape public taste and national character while considering self regulation versus statutory safeguards.

Davison Television Bmland Qua Liccanar Australian Broadcasting Central Board Austenibin Brosdenstiag Comisasjon Slatinn Australia Fine Nebuen! Foe Palisade UU Lbs Comtrollers

Funeral of Miss Rosina Edmunds

Miss Rosina Edmunds long time Canberra architect and advocate for civic design died recently. Funeral services were held at Ganbertu Cemetery after Requiem at Christopher's Pro Cathedral. Edmunds helped extend the Holy Home Presbytery for the Archbishop, chaired local Royal Institute of Architects branches, and authored a standard junior history of architecture. Her Canberra work began with St Christopher’s Pro Cathedral drawings.

Rosita McThimunds Ganbertu SS Christopher's Pro Iver Canberra Royal Australian Institute of Architects Ale Limeer Silty Sydney Royal Institue of British Architects Royal Australian Te Planning Institute of ‘Nugtratin Wdmunds Acre Asco Federal Board of Architectural Roi Cation Architeture Bir Clement Glancey St. Christopher's

Re Hearing Sought in Autherine Lucy Case Riot Suspension

A Wednesday report from the University of Alabama notes a request for a U.S. Supreme Court order to intervene in the Autherine Lucy segregation case. The university suspended Lucy citing safety concerns after a campus riot and ongoing tensions.

Autherine Lucy Wasleington University of Alabama Lie U.S. Suprepre Mike Givers Miss Lasey Negreas Bho Experia

Marooned Party Rescued After Cliff Face Drama

In Sydney a four person party endured eight hours stranded at a cliff foot as a lifesaving boat battled winds and waves. Rich and Wyeth, aged 14, were among those saved by Sergeant Harry Ware, after a rope hoisted the engine and the group reached safety on rocks. one boy fell into the water but was rescued with help from other fishermen. The incident ended with a reported value of £000 for the rescue.

Sydney Wollen Jaege Ronks Hey Richand Wyeth Cees Street Denjans Bay Port Hacking Harry Ware Aesche Richara Wyeth Richuhil Chen Rakuine Richard Dave Sergeant Ware Avin Weat Adbert Arig Tou Mosi Shirley McGratn Merkwond Murrumbeena Melbourne Nel Guyer Neutral Bay Tang Nadeschda Ty A. Goring Thomas Emmaleen Griffin Artcliffe Wagner Queanbeyan Rinses Ivery St Mamuunel'e Sollegm Beatrice Jay Arne Mory Beta Faye Finid Moore Nova Sain

Daniels Refuse Publicity On Honeymoon

In Nassau the couple Daniel and his bride declined media attention for their honeymoon. The groom said they sought privacy and avoidance of publicity, stating they came to Nassau to enjoy seclusion away from press intrusion and taxation concerns.

Daniels Nassau Ditton Daniel Torin Margorst Truman Panfet Mir Daniel Nankai

Canberra Repertory Prize Winners at National Eisteddfod

The Canberra Repertory Society No 2 won 106 guineas for Aaron Sherritt at the National Eisteddfod. The judging applauded the performances with strong Shakespearean elements and praised standout roles while noting tense climaxes and pacing issues in Goodbye Misa Ligaie Bur say.

Suere Sig Newton Tallis de Torre Canberra Repertory Society E.W. Buriidge Stewart Thie Aergeant Pollen Harry Bennintt Canberra Repertory Society No Aaron Sherritt Douglas Stewart Salo Norma Brain Lauraine Winks Wader Hazel Hartley Audrey Miller Boll Beatrice Christopher Jay Eperdomon Thom Jul Boyerisen Chivistan Canberen Repertory Canery Repertory Charavter Unie Bein Ruthevard Haael Harley Shakeapanrenn Veal Ier TN Sorensen BO Christopher Aad

Queanbeyan Commemoration Curtailed By Weather

The Queanbeyan commemoration parade and ceremony were curtailed by showers. Ald C Mauger led the RSL sub-branch in the march to the Cenotaph and Boer War memorials. Lieutenant Commander Errol Steve spoke after wreaths were laid. about 200 attended the remembrance service with diverse groups present.

Sesvoren Queanbeyan Adjauen Suo Strong Ald C Mauger Auinunbeyan RSL Errol Steve Duniar Red Unies T. Brsith- Yealte

Anzac Day Ceremony Amid Heavy Rain at War Memorial

Canberra observers braved downpours as about 2,000 attendees gathered for the Anzac Day remembrance at the War Memorial. Drenched wreath layers and service personnel endured near continuous rain before the showers eased, with diplomats and veterans braving the weather to honor fallen troops.

Ana War Memorial Canberra Toddenis Reunions Lane Gallipoli Ube

Ceremony honors Allied war memorials with international dignitaries

An Alsatian style ceremony featured Governor Geir and Lady Ling, high officials from New Zealand and Australia, and representatives from Canada, Pakistan and other nations. Military leaders and wartime commemorations were highlighted as part of the memorial event.

Lie Cavaralgiii Ore Shane Warjlal Geir Wawa Afr New Zeiland GB. L. Aldeston ATR H. Ve Feitsanl Handy Heg Wrnaths Wigo Ina Swhsff Mane Seement Abstiulian War Memorial Senate Uke Unive Nedom Canada Soulls Atvior Enadta Pakistan Fom

Road crash near Yass with unidentified riders

Fragmentary report describes a road accident near Yass on a Wednesday. Names cited include James Frederick Bell and Merrick Noah along with references to East Anans Day and propeller driven events, though details are unclear.

Patatits Yass Sydney Palle James Frederick Bell Dyomana Roth Merrick Noah Victoria East Anans Devia

Anzac Day Service Attended by Australian Officials

Vice regal figures Their Excellencies attended the Anzac Day service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. Lieutenants and colonels joined Military Secretary and Flying Officer during the ceremony as observers yesterday morning.

Overnascenerat Slim Ral Slog Martin J. Menham A.D.C Bamorju Canberra

Australia Remembers Anzac Diggers In Sacred Ceremonies

Arch bishop O'Brien led Anzac Day services at St Patrick's Chutes Braddon and St John’s Church parishioners from Hobart to remember fallen soldiers. The commemoration honored sacrifices made in two world wars with prayers for national unity and religious steadfastness amid secular decline.

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Reunions Draw Large Canberra Attendance

Anzay reunion organizers in Canberra reported strong attendance with veterans and ex servicemen present. The event featured speeches by local officials and highlighted regional reunions across ACT groups.

Anzay Canberra A.C.T. Boonen Preshtony Lye Ru Campbell Whlely Nocti Cambeyra Abe Visivad Purnet Duende Roy Act

Attlee Receives Highest Order in Royal Gift

The Tener leader of thy Ayitis Labour Forty, Birt Attica, was yesterday awarded the Order of the Garter. The Queen conferred the exclusive honour to Thy Lordship, with Lord Addison also noted as a recipient. Ceremony took place at Buckingham Palace amid royal and government attention.

Lusdon Wruenday Yasterday Order of the Garter Chavaliy Buclingham Orden Lord Addison

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