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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 28, 1954

Page

2

Colombo Plan in South East Asia Faces Funding And Effectiveness Debate

The analysis argues the Colombo Plan for South East Asia risks underestimating the scale of social and economic changes needed. It notes projected costs around 14.29 million and compares with 5 million, arguing gains hinge on building hospitals schools and trained professionals while avoiding underfunding and misallocation. It calls for international cooperation to stabilize prices and ensure long term benefits for commodities produced in the region.

Balt Way Beta India Alas Couttrien Weil Boulk-Eart Avin Rouehsian Asia Sconomler south-East Asia Fante

Encouragement for Canberra Contractors to Work in Canberra

Kept Hughes stated yesterday a move to attract large-scale building work in Canberra as envisaged. The Department of Work is negotiating with Sydney firms for rebuilding 113 houses in Canberra. Local builders could be augmented to meet future demand and keep local firms active.

Canberra Hughes Camborne Kent Hughes Mr Krave A.C.T Sydney Ners Ik Ak Prevetil Fuure Wil Alesent

Christians urged to take part in party politics

A religious leader argues Christians should engage in party politics as the only path to democratic reform. He warns withdrawal would cede power to autocratic systems and urges Christians to influence parties with their values while avoiding blind allegiance. A university figure stresses faith must guide political involvement.

RM. Chapman Thesearch Ure Rational University Politeiane Chapman Erie Kamel Clements Ceronious Ortrictea Anatralia Bunal Olning Nia Prineinh Attr

Public Lectures at University College in Canberra

Public lectures planned at University College Canberra next month feature Italian scholar Dr Gian Angelo de Trasescr and Italian government official on topics ranging from contemporary Italy to William Wordsworth and Henry Hande Muehsedsen. Lectures also include Judith Wright and Mrs McKinney with talks on American drama and English restoration theatre.

Canberra UM Feenity College Tilespacio Gian Angelo de Trasescr Francesco Itallam Fede Avellitia Sydoay University Tallan Hlaly Faso Biche Angelo Walia le An Gramalltaig Commonwealth Tudith Weight Leonie Kremer Mckinney Judith Wright William Hinglebeidge Oxford Vna Buen Henry Hande Muehsedsen Dr. Kramers Literary Fund Henry Ynghey Rome Ulbrigh

Sheep attacked by dogs alarm rural lessees

The report notes dogs attacking sheep on rural properties. It states that owners may be liable for damage and that an offence exists for allowing a dog to roam. An inspector may seize wandering dogs and may destroy them unless claimed by the owner.

Ems Ile Iveston

Weather summary from regional forecast notice

Weather bulletin shows calm to light winds through night with a mild day ahead. Forecasts indicate maximum temperatures around 72 degrees, minimum near 48, and light to moderate winds with occasional gusts. Regional forecast from Meteorological Station Fairbairn notes light changes in late afternoon.

Cantera Bam Fairbairn

Letters To The Editor Cyprus Claims To Inelopehitorte Air

Readers debate Cyprus independence and Commonwealth ties. An Australian of Greek descent from near Cyprus weighs in on self determination, government stance, and unity within the Commonwealth as global politics press for peaceful progress toward independence. The letter references Canberra and the UK colonial office stance amid international power shifts.

Cyprus Inelopehitorte Sa Foros Sfeeko Deacent Cypr Shurchit Teisenkower Seit Kovernment Anit Cathy France United Nations Ivalte Inter Ivenny Hoodkinson Tate Colonial Office Cypria Nave Heralybury'e Cary Australia Sakell Canberra

Canberra housing allocations and bridge delay debate

A Canberra discussion notes dissatisfaction with house seat allocations at 4 Arthur Circle and questions whether secret allocations exist. The letter criticizes the interior department and Mendelsohn comments, urging transparency. Separately the writer condemns reports on the Commonwealth Bridge project delays, noting conflicting claims of competition funding and schedule impacts, with references to Fraser and Kent and calls for proper authorization.

Peter Lawiere Lawler Arthur Circle de Arthur Mckari Caidenta Canberra Housee Mad Mendelsohn Allo Feliona Wat Lake Keny Jim Fraser Ammjet Anni Dery Frutt- AU Denigo Kent Boston Par Ainsnont

Life Sentence Likely For Mrs Grills

Sydney reports Mrs Grills may receive life imprisonment after being convicted last year of attempted murder for orchestrating the death of her sister Somine Lundberg. The case drew to a close as prosecutors argued for the life term with the judge to decide forthcoming.

Grills Sydney Cabbet Will Om Caroline Grille May Somine Lundberg

Merinos on Show at Hall in Open Judging Event

The event at Homeleigh Hall features Merino sheep with judges including Kilby and Barton to determine the championship. Leaphtoy is seated to assist spotters as part of the competition setup. Local attendees anticipate fine specimens and spirited competition among entrants.

Hall Homeleigh Mestre AVC Thibe McC Mick Munwergo Broz

Arquest for New Roof Over Coventry Cathedral

London Friday report describes a quest to roof Coventry Cathedral with new work planned at the site. The accountancy firm member, Oliver, died aged 41, leaving an estate worth £240,000.

London Thomne Welle Dafférp Try Citigen Coventry Oelers

Repertory Trust Fund Benefit for Death of a Salesman

A special performance of Death of a Salesman is staged to raise funds for the Eligatarthar Pheatre Trust. A Canber hPrenlt official notes the event aims to bolster the fund with proceeds from a short notice production.

Neque Eligatarthar Pheatre Trust Canber Iliska Dif Amc Koon

Dry Winter Hurts Lambing And Market Show Plans

The report notes lambing is stressed by a dry winter with lower ewe feed, affecting early lambing and local flocks. Horticultural authorities warn cold spells into September could delay or alter garden and show exhibits, with regional fairs considering timing and arrangements.

Schoolchildren Interest In University Grows in Survey

A survey of primary and junior students at Ganberra reveals growing interest in attending the University. Questions asked about future attendance show several pupils favoring paths to higher education, with responses expected to influence the Cottage authorities. A fuller report is hoped after Union future needs review on September 20.

Genoa University College Toplien Pach Spondary School Ganberra Liral Cottege Iren Marth St Ly Union Ixotee Coutll

Resignation of Planning Committee Leader Reported

The National Capital Planning and Zommittee announces the resignation of planning cone talcunt Kent Hughen from the Interior. He has served since inception in 1838, with 132 meetings attended and paid ritaite. The note praises his notable contribution to national planning efforts.

Toven Talcunt Capal Pijning Zommittew Wun Kent” Mughes Miorris Coenmter Paiva Kent Hughen Tae Rhein Tae

Tariff Board to Visit Rubber Industry Hub in Port Moresby

A Tariff Board plans a November hearing in Port Moresby to study the rubber industry. The inquiry will visit plantations and the Port Morenby area to assess the sector, gain knowledge, and report on the region’s rubber trade.

Port Morenby

Water Supply Investigation in Cotter Valley Catchment

An inquiry into reclaiming a water supply area from a damaged or unsuitable zone focuses on health angles and treatment controls. The Cotter catchment plan expands toward a larger catchment, with discussions of pump reductions and cost considerations for approval at Cotter scheme meetings.

Cotter Propassla Cotter Cotier Shaaper

Minister Defends House Allocation Issue Raised

The minister defended the housing allocation amid claims of favoritism. He said the medical practitioner referred a bad tenant and that the allocation followed priority rules under the Lie Rousing Act. He noted concerns about fairness and stressed housing officers maintain a fair standard.

Arthur Cicely Fraser Ist Act Framer Minis Anawer Walla

Important To Migrant Women English Teaching Plan

The text outlines a plan by the Foremost Housing and Education departments to aid migrant women. It discusses establishing a library of foreign language books and literature for yearlong use, with a sub committee to oversee distribution and welfare measures. National groups are represented in the committee.

Hooil Neighbay Comen Chavon Pree Sean de Fornell Finghibl Elanves Itera

Notable Canadian Governor General Hosts New Year Reception

The Governor-General and Lady Mim hosted a reception at Admiralty House in Sydney with a list of distinguished guests. Attendees included the Hon. Mr. Jaetite Kita and Mrs. Kita, the Hon W. Dickson and Mrs. Dickson, Lord Muyay of Sydney and Mrs. Mille, Sir Henry Manning and Lady Manning, Lt Gen. Mir Tvan and Lacy Mackay, Mir Mingh Posts, Brig the Hon. TA Playtair and Mrs Hlayta, among others.

Joan Eee Baas Mim Admiralty Heave, Syd Ney Jaetite Kita Kite W. Dickson

AID SOUGHT FOR EISTEDDFOD

Astorta are being made to secure support from leading Australian companies for the Can Derra Eisteddfod next autumn representatives the variety will visit Sydney. preliminary investigations had been encouraging but the society had not formed a complete program yet.

Astorta Auerallan Derra Bydney Muccens

Religious services schedule list from Berit area churches

A dense OCR listing invites readers to numerous sermons and services across Catholic, Protestant, and non denominational churches. It notes times for Holy Masses, baptisms, Sunday schools, and weekday prayers, naming churches and pastors such as Brindabelle, Rev. P. CHG, Rev. Pf. Rudge, St Patrick's, St Christopher's, and others in the region, with scattered times like 6.30 pm, 8.30 am, 7.30 pm and 9 am across multiple parishes.

Berit Bvesons Rreaphie Procease Commisioner Ayneha Tov H. Hunter H.C Mele Enensung Narrabundah Childean Benicar Christopher's Patrick's Bradaam Fhcreom Causeway Francia Xavier Hal TEAL Therese Perpetual Newrnn Chastopher's Patrick Andrew Froent ‘Ray Hectae Hasrinon Oba

Fragments Describe Courtroom Scene In Odd Narrative

Fractured text hints at a court appearance and dramatic setting with characters named Goradar and Chanson Maammouthehife Ayeedhee. The piece conveys a chaotic event with vague actions and a stylized narration, suggesting a reconstructed or garbled report from a courtroom scenario.

Tiet Arif Bart

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