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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 11, 1955

Page

2

U K Experts to Inspect Uranium Leases

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Commission experts will visit Australia next month to inspect uranium deposits and leases. The party will examine the Mary Kathleen mine in Greenland and the Rooth Alls river lease in the Northrrn Territory, with Minister Philip Mettride confirming the visit and tying it to broader talks on Australia’s rain supplies and ore exports. Sir Duck Stevens, chairman of the Australian Atomic Energy Commission, accompanies the officials to discuss ongoing government collaborations.

Ano Selelile Tnited Kingstom Atomic Energy Commission Aus Trae Ml Dices Australie Urane ‘Oulde Austzilia eEperia Greenland Northrrn Trup Philip Mettride Anovune Yeaturday Rami Australia Trae Henle Pronen United Atricn Australian Atomic Energy Commission Duck Stevens Combined Development Agency United States

District race meeting dates announced by Southern District AR AACT

Approved race meet duties for September, October and December were announced by the Southern District Racing Association. The ACT Jockey Club scheduled days include October 22 and November 30. Canberra Racing and Trotting Club will race on October 19 and November 19. Yass Turf Club will hold a meeting on November 8 and Yann bugs Mare Club December 1.

Southern Intrict Racing Association ACT Jockey Club Canbirra Racing Yass Turt Clus Yann

Weather fragment from regional desk with confusing OCR

Fragmentary weather bulletin from the Materialogical Station Waibarren notes a mild cloudy day with a south wind. Forecasts show afternoon showers and cooler conditions tonight with a possible northeast breeze. Local times and numbers are garbled but indicate a routine regional forecast.

Lanmem Ue Materialogical Station Wairbaien

New Soil Conditioner May Make Fertile Plains Out Of Desert

Experiments worldwide test a new soil conditioner claimed to convert arid deserts into fertile plains. The article cites various scientists and regions, noting improved yields, soil stability, and water drainage, with potential to alleviate global food shortages.

Cauberta Arti Europe Max Plinck Bntiute Curie Sorbonne America Inter Albert Hinotern Aran Kuwait Unites States Argentina Stetabaen Uy Auatvaa Cat de Bellevenne

Ambassadors Present Letters Amid Australia Talks

A new ambassador delivered credentials to Governor General Air Waliaalin, signaling discussions on Australia’s role in East Asia and promoting power and prosperity. The ceremony highlighted ongoing relations with Japan and American influence, with emphasis on regional progress and future cooperation.

Australia Peter Buuth East Asia Tadekatan Burizuki Ausuki Japan Weateat Hari Willian Hinrti Nike Mian

Belle of Convent Ball at Abers Hall

Models chose Belle of the Convent Ball as judges Watking and Ellewbeth Mann presided over the Belle of the Hall competition at the convent Madb Abers Hall. The event featured around 200 attendees, with Rev Father CFT Mull commenting on the decor and participants.

Belle of Convent Ball Ally Watking Ellewbeth Mann Abers Hall Fay Cameron

Apex Members Farewelled by President Colwell

Former Apex members are honored in a farewell ceremony with speeches by President Colwell and others. The event features presenters including Stenuty Aunchie and J Hollagmar, praising the trio's service and achievements.

Messis Peter Ethers Lock Wail Elfee Colwell Shepreenhehia Mums Stenuty Aunchie Aid “Lavi

Death of Hansard Staff Member Remembers Canberra Editor

A memorial notice honors Hansard staff member Mt Hume born in Willmora Victoria. He joined Aeolong Advertiser as a journalist, later became a Hansard dep in Canberra, served as pillar and instructor with the RAAF in World War II, joined Canberra services club life after, survived by his wife and three children. A memorial service was held at St Andrew's Church ahead of cremation at Eastern Suburbs Crematorium.

Hotel Lyall Hii Anit Canberra RAAF St. Andrew's Church Tne Eastern Suburbs Cremstorlam Byaney

New Zealand Geologist Professor Visited Canberra

Eminent New Zealand geologist Professor N Banat of the University of Otago traveled to Canberra to confer with senior officers at the Bureau of Mineral Resources. Professor Raneoh, not in Canberra in 1025, was returning to New Zealand after several months at Cambridge.

New Zealand Banat Gratbgy University of Otago Canberra Bureau of Mineral Resources Frofeasnr Raneoh Cembridge

Congress to Discuss Proposal to Trade

A long report outlines discussion plans in Congress regarding a trade proposal. It mentions ministers, reps, and international dealings, with detailed references to committees, timing, and potential ratifications. The text notes preparations for parliamentary sessions and related diplomatic actions.

Rs.l Congress

VICE REGAL Hexesiton Weit 3 Srvorieran At Matndi Tit

Fragmented OCR text references a place and people with unclear roles and dates. The readable lines mention a matndi event and a few names like Reeve and Hiatt. The exact meaning is obscured by garbled typography and missing context.

Thin Huts Win On Wa weng Gown Her Moony Welucatay

The report details a local event where teams or individuals competed under difficult conditions. It notes a win by thin huts over another group near a ball game venue and mentions attendance by observers and officials.

U.K. Officer Outlines British Asia Defense Promise

A British officer asserts in a report on defence commitments in Asia that the United Kingdom remains pledged to assist allies and deter aggression. He argues Britain must sustain force levels, maintain readiness, and cooperate with Australia and Commonwealth partners to counter Soviet and Communist pressures in the region.

Tory Yeetonim League Keiliel New Pauling Tapi Malia Britain Australis Auarata Eaton United Kingdom Paul Austen Charis Lea Boley Staten United Keingelara Nest Inkarma Goyer Cricltine

State Action On Basic State Action On Basic

The fragment discusses a meeting where the Basic State Action on basic issues was debated. It mentions efforts to stabilize cows and prices, concerns about quarterly adjustments, and references a Commonwealth Arbitration Source halting harmful effects. The text is garbled but implies political action and judicial industrial hardship themes.

Ich Muadara

Stock Conditions Report Amid Cold Weather

Report describes cattle stock enduring cold weather with no reports of losses. Testimonies note livestock in good condition and stress on careful management. Some uncertainty remains about potential delayed effects on ewes and lambs.

May Maley to Go to Washington

Mr May Maley destined for Washington after a tainted tenure at the Avatranian Fabamny in Weaning. Ray Bieiey previously served as political correspondent before entering the Federal Government parvt, with Melbourn departing last December and rotations at EWR.

Mr, May Maley Washington Ray Bieiey Weaningan Tee Hae van Vince of Melbourn EWR Soyer Sears Arid bares + politcal Barra Parvt

Canberra theatre plans push to ease city crowding

Malcolm J. Mon, managing director of Capitol Canberra Theatre, outlines a proposal to build a third picture theatre in Canberra to relieve pressure on central venues. He notes plans for suburban cinemas, the need for capital and financing, and aims to provide wider program variety and better access for residents while aligning with city planning authorities.

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