Imam calls Afro Asian intervention over Oman conflict
Cairo report says the Imam of Oman appeals for Afro-Asian states to stop Britain's aggression. A spokesman claims the Imam denounced British actions as a wholesale attack on civilians and says protests would be lodged with Cairo representatives of the Bandung Conference.
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Queen Mother May Open New Hospital In Woodville
Adelaide report says the Queen Mother may be invited to declare open the Queen Elizabeth Hospital at Woodville next year. Premier Sir Thomas Playford has asked Prime Minister Menzies for approval. A large autographed photograph would be placed at the hospital entrance and the Queen Mother would unveil it at the opening.
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Cuban Rebel Attacks Escalate Amid Government Crackdown
Rebels reportedly attacked army barracks and rural guard posts in Sierra Maestra, burning facilities as tensions rise after weeks of mounting opposition. Government spokesmen and allied groups issued statements as authorities respond.
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Smoking Ban Hits London Cinemas This Week
A no smoking rule applies to certain shows in London cinemas this week. Patrons who wish to attend must comply as smoking is not allowed inside.
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Mystery submarine sighted off Cape York not identified
An official of the Navy Department reported a mystery submarine was seen off Cape York Peninsula. A mission station near the Batavia River on the peninsula’s west coast sighted it on May 11. The Royal Australian Navy conducted a search but found no traces of the submarine.
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Aircraft Deal Sets Off Quiet Negotiations in 150 Million Deal
Washington reports a secret negotiation involving Trans-World Airlines to buy 30 British built Bristol Britannias for about 150 million dollars. Bristol Aircraft Company confirms talks are not completed, while British Overseas Airways Corporation says it awaits 18 Britannias with other turbo prop models for continental routes.
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US and Canada plan partial merger of air defences
Washington announced a move toward a single North American air theatre with a partial merger of U S and Canadian air defence forces under U S Air Force General Earl Partridge who currently heads Continental Air Defence Command. Defence Secretary Chad Wilson said the United States aims to withdraw 40 000 ground combat troops from Japan by year end 1957 and about 15 000 more by August.
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Stolen Motorcycle Recovered Near Hume Highway
A motor cycle reported stolen from Canberra University College on Wednesday night was found abandoned yesterday afternoon near the Hume Highway three miles from Yass on the Melbourne side.
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Duncan Sandys to Visit Australia and Asia
London reports that Defence Minister Duncan Sandys will visit Australia New Zealand and the Far East in coming weeks. He will arrive in Sydney August 16 with Sir William Dickson, tour Canberra Woomera Maralinga Melbourne Singapore Bangkok and Hongkong before returning to London September 30.
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T.A.A. May Buy Unusual New French Airliner
Sydney reports Australian National Airlines Commission may consider ordering the Caravelle from Sud Aviation. The carrier could carry 64 first class or 80 tourist passengers and deliver by 1961, with tests on Adelaide to Perth range and 450 mph speed.
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Building expansion seen in Canberra trade growth
Canberra's accelerated building programme is expected to boost business activity as new projects rise rapidly. The ACT Employers Association notes more houses and workers, with the government aiming to build about 1,000 homes annually for five years. One closed workmen's hostel has reopened, signaling brighter times for industry.
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A.C.T. Employers’ Association
Board To Sell Eggs In Quantity To Chain Store
The N S W Egg Marketing Board will sell about 40 000 dozen eggs to Woolworths Ltd next week. Chairman Bruce announced the board agreed to Woolworths selling eggs with other commodities. Woolworths planned to sell Victorian eggs at 4 11 a dozen but a transport strike had interrupted deliveries, now resolved, with eggs to be sold on a proportionate basis at 4 11 a dozen.
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Cobham and Family Sail to New Zealand in Liner Rangitiki
The Governor General designate of New Zealand Lord Cobham and his family traveled from London aboard the liner Rangitaki for New Zealand. They brought five cars a Rolls Royce Wolseley Rover Ford and Morris Minor and 100 pieces of luggage. Ten travelers including Lord Cobham Lady Cobham and their eight children all fitted into the Morris Minor.
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