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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 21, 1964

Page

3

Train Derailment at Cooma Station Shuts Line

A derailed train at Cooma station disrupted services and damaged wheels. Officials blamed a signaling fault during shunting. No injuries reported as emergency crews cleared the site and arrangements were made for alternative travel while Snowy Mountains Authority prepared a three day program for visiting Sydney schoolchildren and local residents.

Cooma Wasster Kelly Canberra Sydney Atric Linelehildren Nsw Vic Angut N& Huntes Peady Ceama Snowy Mountains Authority Sd Tosay Snarny Mountains Authority SMA Yen Wath RLS Bombali

Fluoridation Effort Faces Difficulties in Shire

Unclear report notes fluoridation problems in the shire as cases rise and the district’s Bookmobile visits are disrupted. The Montars Regional Library driver has contracted German measles, prompting delays and a halt in planned actions.

Montars Regional Library R. J

Regional Council Eyes Water Supply and Rail Transit Plans

Municipal leaders discuss integrating water and rail services with broader regional development. Officials note potential price impacts from Russian beet imports and report a steady cattle sale with firm prices at the regional stock market. Local development committees push for enhanced telecommunication links and services.

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Boer War veteran Sam Sinclair dies at 62 in Bermagul

A Boer War veteran and mentor to Australia’s renowned 1930s strongman died in Begu District Hospital at 62. Known for his distinct physique, Sam Sinclair had been a longtime Bermagul resident and coach builder. The obituary notes his popularity through sport and public life, with plans for burial on Saturday.

Australia Begu District Hospital Samiel Rok Eet Simvlik Ermvagui Sinclair al Pecume W. Blacks Bermagul Mith Skaling Separim Millon Scully Bet Snchary Atras Pon Athaldo Atsialu Goulburn Zang Garey Jack Davey Wee Dyer Bermugni Sin Dickinson Saul

Nothing to hide RSL defends its records in Canberra

National secretary A G W Keys said the RSL was proud of its record and had nothing to hide. He noted the group acts as a pressure organization, making representations to government on defence, migration, and security. Kristianson argued the RSL’s records show prudent, moderate engagement.

RSL League A. G. W. Keys Canberra Keys Ity Kerstianson Terence Ratitecal ‘Studies Associa Jung Repre- Higa Kristian von Jsewreh MrKeys RSI Commonwealth Kristianson

Unionist challenges building amenity claim in wage dispute

The secretary of the ACT Employers association and Mr Andrew defended the 2 percent wage rise amid debate over building amenities. Andrew said amenities existed, contradicting criticism that accommodations were not provided. the case named several employers and the Commonwealth Arbitration Commission's role was noted.

M.D Andrew Simon Andrews Commonwealth Canbern Andrew Sand Tated Andrew Tole Corherton Trey

Bark paintings revenue and council statement details

A Darwin council statement notes nearly £7,000 earned from bark paintings and related items. It cites payments for Methodist Overseas Missions in Artem Land and Roman Catholic missions, with 7 percent given as ves payments. The document, presented by Mr B Seth, references measures by the Mahala Piereas Mie and Rey Gd Symons and mentions handling charges and freight.

Darwin Tmne Nomiern Dorothy Bennett Criscram Stuart B. Seth Methodist Mahala Piereas Rey Gd Symons Meu Wennett Yaharapines

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