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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 13, 1957

Page

9

Call for practical policy in Middle East crisis

The piece argues for immediate practical U S and Britain leadership to align policies in the Middle East. It notes Russian influence in flashpoint areas, Britain’s balance strategy, and Egypt under Nasser as a key loser who could profit from cooperative development if differences are removed.

Middle East Bisheen Cairo United States Britain Israel Feuwoeiel Ie Baie Fees Egypt Nile East Nasser Egype

Ibis protection and local elections discussed in letters

Sir in support of F H Ardishs letter on ibis protection the writer questions understanding of legal protection. Sullivan endorses Progress and Welfare Council candidates Mears Pead Mathers Murray and urges elector faith. A reader asks when London Circuit road domination map will be marked.

F. Hardish Twan P.L Landen Chait

University Missioner To Visit ACT

Father Michas Fisher a noted British university speaker will address the Canberra branch of the Australian Student Christian Movement at the university. The meeting at 7 o clock on Saturday night is open to the public. Fisher will remain in Canberra until a later date.

Michas Fisher Britain Canberra Universe Father Fisher Canfirra

Commonwealth Aid Urged For Unemployed Miners

The Miners Federation secretary G Neilly urged Commonwealth aid to employ displaced miners and other unemployed. He reported the quarterly council meeting blaming the Commonwealth for failing to stabilise NSW industry. The meeting noted about 800 mine workers were dismissed in the state over the last three months.

Commonwealth Miners’ Federation G. Neilly Neilly N.S.W. Com

Oversea Food Stocks Urged by Humphrey in Senate

Senator Hubert Humphrey urged study of overseas food stockpiles to shore up Western defense. He proposed early talks with nations to establish such reserves and warned against committing billions to aid allies without ensuring food for survival during emergencies.

Washington Ason Reuter H. Humphrey Dem Minnesota Her Sture Humphrey England France Italy

Personal Star Heads From Canberra to Brisbane

A personal star departed Canberra bound for Brisbane, marking a notable journey between the two capitals. The move reflects a shift in affiliations or assignments within the domestic scene.

Canberra Brisbane

Prodigies and Parents Face Gifted Child Dilemma

Experts discuss gifted children through the Strom family with Robert 11, a high achiever reading writing algebra geometry and physics. The parents Dr Strom and Mrs Strom describe balancing education and social needs while avoiding pushing him beyond his capacity.

Mra Strom Holilg Masler Stephen Robert

Factors Shown to Shape Gifted Boys and TV Interest

The article discusses how environment and parenting influence high IQ development along with basic curiosity. It recounts two boys who asked many questions, learned vocabulary early, and enjoyed exploring toys and a ham radio set on TV. One child mentions future work in mathematical physics and a desire to avoid sending messages unintentionally on air.

Robert New Fercand Ime Yonkers Roma Lorge Tia Myx Strom Wes

Merino Export Ban Criticised

Brisbane reports show leading Australian Merino stud breeder Mr. G. B. Falkiner criticising the export embargo on Merinos. He argues top Merino rams can boost the industry and help Australia compete against synthetic fibers.

Brisbane G. B Palkiner Australia Falkiner Haddon Rig Warren N.S.W

Fragmentary remarks on fear and identity in a strange exchange

The text presents a garbled dialogue about fear and independence. It mentions taking books and boys in ivory towers. The overall meaning is unclear due to errors and missing context.

Courteous Driving Campaign Tied to Community Service

Mr G C Sautelle promotes a courteous driving campaign urging police to nominate a driver of the month. He envisions a toy collection by club members for under privileged children in Canberra or nearby areas. A social fete likely at Albert Hall on October 11 aims to raise funds for Goodwin Homes.

G. C. Sautele Bea Sautele Albert Hall Goodwin Homes

Further Term for Kellock Reappointed

The chairman of the Overseas Telecommunications Stone en, a Kellock, was reappointed along with Tr. Gowan QC for another similar term.

Kellock Overseas Telecommunica- Stone Een A 1

Varied Hobbies Exhibition Showcases Local Craft

An American designed sail plane owned by Canberra glider pilot MY A Powell features prominently at YM.CA Hobbies Exhibition in Albert Hall. The event displays weaving, model railways, stamps, dolls, pottery, millinery, and crafts by Canberra youths and organizations including the Latvian Society and the CWA with prizes from the Sydney Show.

Canberra Ym.ca Albert Hall Wal MY. A. Powell Lie Hell Latvian Society of St. Jip's O'Connor Canberra, Philatelic Society Mra Sweeting Emir Goodwin Homen Chilare Corroboree Park Y.W.C.A Teepe Parke J High Cewberre Grammer NSW, Government Railways J. Oldham Pirucl Pnvate Miles Cox Country Waters Assocision C.W CWA Peter Jack

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