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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1957
Page
5
A Windsor era commentary argues Lord Altrincham's royal critique sparked public reaction in Briain. The piece defends the Queen's privacy and public image, noting the monarchy's constitutional role and the need for restraint in criticizing rulers.
Tributes flow after the death of Mrs Miners, long active in Canberra Labour circles. She served on the Hospital Board and as a Good Neighbour Council representative, fostering ties with New Australians and supporting trade unions. Allan Fraser and Mr Fi Quinane voiced shock at her sudden passing and praised her cheerful courage.
The Boys' Brigade marks its three year presence in Canberra with a parade and church service. Two companies and two Lifeboy Teams operate here, with weekly meetings and a pending September 28 demonstration featuring drills and displays. Funds raised support local gear, equipment, and headquarters promotional work.
Canberra district historical talk focuses on pioneer Thomas Southwell Sen ior and his family. Mrs Cedric Southwell will trace the Southwell lineage from 1840 settlement at Parkwood Jin ninderra to turn of the century using family tree relics and community history.
Readers debate hunger and education, urging awareness of Soviet crimes and UN reporting. Names listed include Senators and Members of Parliament urging action and parental duty to inform children about history and social studies.
Dr Daniel G Morton of the University of California lectured in Canberra on Office Gynaecology to the Central Medical Association at Canberra Community Hospital. The audience included doctors from Goulburn Yass Canberra Cooma and Braidwood. He visits Australia by invitation of the Postgraduate Fellowship.
Ghana envoy to South Africa faces apartheid era limits as white diplomats may begin exchanges. Officials warn of potential incidents and call for careful preparations to ensure first class travel and hospitality without undermining segregation norms. Local papers debate social change and risks to stability amid evolving diplomatic ties.
The Prime Minister Mr Menzies returned to Parliament House after overseas travel. He met with Sir Alan Brown and will confer with Sir Arthur Fadden and Treasury officials on the 1957-58 budget. He plans to brief Cabinet on the London conference results and discuss Canada’s Dieffenbaker and defence matters.
Rev. Father Aidan McGrath, a Dublin born missionary of the Society of St Columba, who spent years as a prisoner under Communist rule with months in solitary confinement, will address a public meeting at Canberra University College on Wednesday at 8 PM. He has spoken widely in Australia and China where he helped establish the Legion of Mary and praesidia.
Princesa Margaret joined the Queen and Princess Anne yesterday at Balmoral Castle, the royal summer residence in Scotland. The Duke of Edinburgh and Prince Charles were reported to have left Cowes, Isle of Wight, and traveled by train last night.
A high profile event involving General William Sim and the Scoutera Convention in Sydney prompts official actions. Delegations from several nations attend while security measures and diplomatic talks shape the visitors agenda.
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