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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 25, 1955

Page

5

Ward readmitted to House blocked by Speaker ruling

Parliament debated a seven day suspension of Mr Ward after he took his seat post prayer. The Speaker ordered him to retire as anti government Labour members joined the ruling to bar readmission until 12 45 pm. Dr Evatt led opposition claiming the suspension was excessive amid cross party tension.

Abidogue Pyres Ward Lab East Rydney House of Representatives Labour Party Cameron Mr. Ward Speaker Evatt Dr. Evatt

Budget figures show Empire espionage and Olympic costs

The Royal Commission on Espionage is expected to exceed £140000 while the Commonwealth spent £84,388 last year and a further £686000 is planned. Budget estimates reveal £580000 for the Olympic games and other prepared expenditures.

Interim Report From Wharf Committee Hints At Industry Plans

The Labour Minister Holt said the Wharf Committee expected to announce methods of industry organization within weeks. A letter released today indicated the committee could complete its inquiry before year end. Chairman J B Talt led a wide review covering many vital issues and substantial evidence.

Ccmemitee Sequatete Prs Tiger Industry Labour Holt Luck Lab Darwin House of Representatives Hot J. B. Talt

Man Dies After Whisky Drinking Contest

City Coroner inquest revealed Victoraban Rab an aged 28 of Kinga Crom Road Kings Crowe died from acute alcoholic intoxication after participating in a whisky drinking contest at Crom hotel. The event occurred around 2 pm and Rab an was found dead by mid afternoon.

Crom FL. McNamara Menamara Kinga Crom Road Kings Crowe Raban Gan

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