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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1955
Page
2
The text announces a funeral for William Jackson Sullivan to be held at Pro Cathedral today after prayers. Funeral director MM, of Urte, attends the service with times and public notices for the ceremony.
The Canberra Times reports Labour divisions looming before a conference in Sydney as factions clash over leadership and policy. The piece argues a united Labor is vital for Australia amid economic uncertainty and warns intra-party strife risks weakening national stability and the opposition’s strength.
A group of Victorian pensioners seeks accommodation arrangements under the ACT act. The secretary and Mr Le Parka discuss preparation to provide housing for all pensioners visiting Canberra. Further steps to arrange additional amenities and services are planned after initial allocations are found.
A cyclist Gevvennl Patrimo of Mitaste oaigie was injured yesterday on Melbourne Avenue when his bicycle collided with another vehicle. Dan al Freenan of Geey street was uninjured. The incident involved Paryunin’s bicycle and another machine.
The document lists Mr. Cuming and Mr. He Temby as key officials in the Commonwealth Literary Fund, noting their roles and timelines. The text references the fund’s administration and senior secretaries, with unclear dates.
The bulletin notes wind shifts from NW to WNW at 6 to 7 mph with moderate seas and stray showers expected. It forecasts colder conditions, increasing clouds, and light showers along coastal regions. Strong NW winds rise over land with a strengthening trend across the day.
Patricia Brediti and Wiklaima Balmpeco were married at St John’s Church in Melbourne. The bride, daughter of the late Mr and Mrs M. Bredin, wore an organdie gown with pearl embellishments, and was given away by Mr Tyrrell. Guests included members of legal and public service circles. the couple will reside in Melbourne and plan a home in Yerba.
William Jackson O'Bullivan founder of the Canberra Returned Oldies Club died in Gorken Brent Breddon on Thursday. He had long directed the club and been a prominent business figure. Police reported the body found at his home in Trymu after a telephoned alert.
The Scott Sharp Families Fund reached £438 as education week begins in local churches. The article lists donors and events across multiple churches including Parke, Telegea, and Telapen Park Women’s groups, noting fundraisers, services, and open-day arrangements through the week.
Canberra faces looming air quality issues as wood smoke may worsen urban pollution. Professor FW Went warns that rising smoke from Mt Alarte could create a gaseous nuisance if climate conditions allow persistence, urging action to prevent escalation.
The report notes a push to amend legislation to extend long service leave across all states. It cites statements from the state Labour secretary and a high court decision in Mybourne described as a significant industrial judgment. The Herald discusses potential changes to the Slaves of the BW. Lang Sere vice Act and government responses.
The City Bowling Club held elections with Mr HP as president and a slate including Bradanan C E Boilih RW Chew and J Doran as treasurer. The election committee included J Krumantatan and GC Madland while the returning officer was Mir L Armaworth with Mesere J Brock among others.
Fragmented lines reference the Berrinjeck Dam project nearing finish with mentions of a coroner, conservation official, and conference. The text is garbled but suggests an imminent completion and official notices to be posted. Potential dates and names are uncertain due to OCR errors.
New president outlines goals to sustain public esteem for B S L and to lead the group through transition. He stresses unity, expanding branch membership, and honoring servicemen while addressing funding and community projects amid ongoing political change.
An exhibition features a variety of hobby displays including model aircraft, wind machines, and metalworks. Notable entries include a handmade miniature compressor by a Canberra doctor and a model aeroplane exhibit.
Ex Navalmen plan a regional body with the invitation to Ex 4 Canberra on September 9. Delegates will discuss regional control and broader interests, meeting with representatives from Goulburn and Cooma to form a united regional approach.
Local church notices list services at multiple venues including Congregational Church, Canberra, and United Anglican groups. Highlights mention Sunday school times, morning services, and youth activities with affiliations to Braddon and Civic Centre venues.
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