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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 03, 1955

Page

2

Funeral Service Notice for Leslie Ray at Cambridge Cemetery

An obituary notice records Leslie Ray to be laid to rest at Cambridge Cemetery. Funeral arrangements include a service directed by a funeral director at 2 PM, with details referencing a chapel and street address. The fragmentary text lists locations and names, indicating a formal burial event in a local community.

Leslie Ray Camhotte Canherre Crewford “Street Gueunbesan

Rain And Wind Ease Chile Volcano Threat

Rain and strong winds improved conditions near Val Avin as the Tolsonotin volcano eruption eased. Authorities denied reports of two deaths from fumes and said winds dispersed the gas. About 30 residents were sheltered nearby and 50 were evaluated for exposure at Raney Lake patrol area.

Val AlVin Vo Ganom Ateyaniko Rennarier Yaser Autery Raney Lake

Weather and world news fragment from Canberra forecast

Fragmentary weather notes show barometric readings at 9.2m in Canberra with temperatures around 34.183 degrees and 49.4 degrees at 9 pm. The text shifts to a broad nation and world brief, mentioning population control debates, labor and political rhetoric, and urban forecasts with scattered weather terms.

Canberra Meer Pam Pride Minimont Sorwon Erwn Ins Winih Vt Wan Cits Fim Mind Gan Gad Fm Fej Fibalin

Basic Wage Adjustments Cause NSW Cabinet Debate

The New South Wales Cabinet discussed restoring basic wage adjustments. The government faces a choice between suspending adjustments via Parliament or leaving it to the Australian Industrial Commission and the Commonwealth Arbitration Court.

Decimom New South Wales McUre Davies Malateed Ayoee Julie Catalon Ante Laker Cogniaance Commonwerth Arbitration Court Common Truith Court Iit Gtate Erthunal Tay Commonwealth Court Common Wealth Court Commonwealth Coulrt New South Wales Mdusteiat Commincion Walio Earuer Penr Smr

Sub-branches discuss funds for new club at Civic Centre

The executive notes North-side sub-branches will back a cooperative project to fund a building for a returned servicemen’s club at Civic Centre. Acting president H C Ragell says leaders will personally purchase debenture shares and delegates will support the plan to strengthen the League and aid free enterprise against traveling traders.

Rs.l Reno Conner City ‘L Estonia Watinty League Civic Centre Cameron WS Lesh Canberra Balgell

Mothers urge marriages to break up in confrontation

A London psychiatrist Dr Reginald Bennett contends many mothers oppose their daughters' marriages. He claims mothers frighten off grooms and favor delays, arguing that maternal influence can ruin teenage unions. Bennett warns such attitudes create strained in law problems and hinder family harmony.

London Ohintrist Reginald Bennett Bennett Ne Farally Hey Toni Dielico Dp Bennett Mine Hall

Fragmentary line hints at government ceremony in Papua New Guinea

The readable fragments reference a government official in Papua New Guinea and a Canberra context, suggesting a ceremonial or official event. Names and precise details are unclear due to damaged OCR.

Prisoner Found Hanged in Adelaide Cell

A prisoner in Adelaide was found hanged in his cell today. Disjointed notes imply a man named Sihveniay or similar was involved, with unclear details about charges and dates.

Adelaide Bony' Kobeit Sihveniay Mtrn Arana Rens Pyaar Iin Warering Bert Jinan Shack

Miscellaneous fragmented text about a tour and names

Fragmentary OCR reads as a garbled note about a tour by a group or person named Fins mONEEBY and a mention of a place or event at Noah Willing. The readable pieces include scattered names and unclear actions, with no coherent date or location. The overall content appears as stray fragments rather than a complete report.

Subsidy Drop May Police To Check Delays In Parking Plan

Fragmented report details pressure on a subsidy program affecting flying and a scholarship car parking plan. Police warn on unauthorised use at the aerodrome and warn of penalties. Officials discuss possible adjustments and delays in funding and execution through Canberra channels.

Br. le Thompson Eicti Mpa Canberre Osam Seircraft Hydney Wight Ben Tyre Vie Liege The Balice Ofitleisa Mdutt Bunda Urteta Trea Micharda Thakeapeare Activiecry Chese Tuchards Stort Bury Felling

Winter fashion lines by Dior Balmain and Balenciaga evolve

The text notes Dior and Balmain shaping winter collections with full and rounded silhouettes. It highlights shorter jackets from Biukmaly and long classically styled coats, with brocades and embroideries inspired by Chinese and Vietnamese motifs, and mentions Huoh volumes and velvet detail trends guiding a refined, couture look.

O Ariz Suseuay Christianor Pierre Balmain Yeate Lay Madame Alender Elurvaceoun Dior Balmain Feraldyts Biukmaly Akira

Religion grading feature prompts youth leaders conference

Dr. G McDowell, education secretary for the Australian division of the Seven Day Adventists, spoke at a conference of BC youth leaders from each state and New Zealand. The talk urged encouragement of children ages 15 to 10 to admire missionary exploits and biblical figures, cautioning against sensationalism.

Eyviyse Une Parson G McDowell McDowell Seven Day Allvent Tach State New Zealand Mimatura Croanera

Teachers to Attend Art Classes in Sanberre

In Sanberre Primary, teachers plan to attend art classes starting Friday. The headmaster Mr CW Pravie urges participation, noting the program will broaden art exposure for infants and staff.

Sanberre Tanditte Barun Belina Ainslieth CW Pravie Anil Dabnym Toyiohime Bedadenats

Canberra Liberals Plan Drive To Stimulate Interest

A fragmented article outlines Liberal Party efforts to boost member engagement and public support. It notes party figures, attendance concerns, leadership comments, and calls for renewed campaigning while emphasizing organizational unity and policy clarity. Major names and locations indicate a national political context.

Canberra Liberal Party

World Day of Prayer page stirs hopes for women roles

The article quotes Mrs Charney and others at the World Day of Prayer committal as they discuss how women’s leadership grows through conferences and reminiscences. It notes the resolve of attendees to advance women’s influence in the movement and wider society.

Ac Garnacy Charney Esa

Shangri La Story Report From Valley Districts

A fragmentary account describes a remote valley and its people amid a broader field study. Researchers detail terrain, contacts with a primitive tribe, and the geography shaping early observations of the region.

Sevasaihin Alten Erwin Abe

Salary Increases for ACI Police News

The Aer Police Uybanal approved pay rises effective for the A.C. force with adjustments across ranks. Senior constables gain about 1 9 7 or 6 2 shillings per week, while sergeants rise similarly. Over 40 officers occupy departmental homes as the department shapes new allowances and overtime expectations amid postwar reforms.

Cnstabley Vonstublen A.C Bames Smanller IK Vacelving Anf Wilinaree Hamen

CANDIDATE IN HOSPITAL BOARD POLL DETAILS

A fragmentary report outlines a candidate involved in hospital board elections in Canberra. It mentions Elke Kamaling Siow of German origin and details a career path from 1940 with the PMG Department to Canberra offices, plus political activity and committee roles.

Hospital Board Pourminye Bory Elke Gn Kamaling Siow Germanino Heid Mitra Minera Iniarsar Bie Armidale Hydney Abe PMG S

ALP Election Plans Nominated Bears on Ballot

Nominations for the ALP ballot include Bear and others with several names withdrawn or refiled. Plans call for voting to determine the party ticket with positions on the ARP slate decided by ballot next Saturday at the AC. Balloting times are set for 11 am and 5 pm.

Ion Dunoedly RBM Labaer Minera A.C Trident Batten

Cyprus strike disrupts routine across nations

Fragmentary report notes a labor dispute influencing transportation and entertainment, with mentions of 24 hour work stoppage and political pressures. Details are unclear but indicate anti fascist sentiment and winged political actions impacting civilian life.

Australia U.S Nicobia Cyprus Farmnioyres Military Ata

College of Music Certificate Confusion Noted

A garbled OCR text references the College of Music and a secretary in Mt Jordan, Naw adviced, and mentions awaiting clearance from London. Details are unclear and terminology is inconsistent, reflecting scanning errors rather than a coherent report.

College OF Music Heamon College of

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