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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1955
Page
5
A reflective meditation on why we exist and claim to live with purpose. It references Aldous Huxley and the idea of a "God-shaped blank" as a source of meaning, noting modern emptiness and the need to find a divine frame for history and personal life.
The Cantwrea semis list shows matches at Manuka Oval with Nutmeg Bay and Queanbeyan teams advancing amid uncertain lineups. Key players Alvin and Peer are noted, with coaching mentions and potential rest for veterans as teams eye a strong finish.
The Junior Union rugby program faces suspension with tomorrow's matches at Patrickx College Grammar Oval and Amalie Benach Oval. Divisions 6 7 8 9 10 will stage games and finals later, featuring Northbridge Primary School Sydney teams and local clubs, outlining program changes for August 1987.
Estimates prepared for sealing a main road linking Tallagunda to the South Coast and a possible Canberra route dominated discussions. The Tallagunda Shire Council favoured a main road through Goulburn over Canberra, arguing costs must come from Canberra while considering tourist traffic to the Murray River irrigation area.
About 60 airmen from Maritime Reconnaissance Squadron trained at Fairbairn and returned to Richmond yesterday. They will be replaced by other squadron members and the next group from Richmond will move to Canberra Manly under Commander KR Heathcote. Wing Commander F S Trolley supervised the exercise, which included Neptune bomber practice and night maneuvers over the range.
St Patrick’s battles to improve form as Waratah and University Vie for final spots. Barton wins and Presbyterian looks for edge as Central seeks repeat performance against Old Canberrans. Junior rounds feature Central’s under 14 and under 16 premiers plus representative sides.
Perence Tattigan, author of The Sleeping Prince, toured Australia for an earlier Perth opening. The article portrays Rattigan as tall, handsome, and a town character in the eyes of Bir Talphi Richardson. Aunt Edna, an elderly theatrical expert, offers candid, colorful judgments on the play’s prospects.
The Tharwa Show will be held at Queanbeyan on September 3. The event aims to attract a broad range of exhibits including fruit, vegetables, poultry, dairy, and crafts, with support from the Queanbeyan Agricultural Association and local authorities. The president, Mr W Edwards, promises a family friendly day and plans for ground facilities and future growth of club exhibits in the district.
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