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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 30, 1954

Page

2

World Church Appeals for Peace and International Cooperation

Church leaders urged a global pause on aggression citing the need for international reconciliation. The council endorsed a report advocating restraint, removal of coercion, and reliance on impartial inquiry to prevent war and fear, while warning against ideological conflict and nuclear weapons.

Tome Weatt Ametin Ita Viporoda Othar Sonia Nudle

Professor Injured In Two Vehicle Collisions

Local reports detail Dr. Proreasor i. 6, of Fors rest, admitted to Canberra Community Hospital after two separate accidents on the Cooyong Mort roads. He sustained injuries with other drivers, including Kenneth Morey and John Tognelin, treated at Canberra Hospital and later discharged. Several vehicles involved near Mort and Cooyong Boulevards, Bradton, with damage and pedestrians affected.

Ibe Fors Rest Canverre Canberra Murray’ Uiry Queanbeyan Coin Morey Kenneth Crow Ker Byansy Camberra City Canberra Hospital Mort and Cooyong Btfesty Bradton John "Tognelin sAinal Tolin Morley David Itis Pamenuer Tan Berta Aveo Barras Bireot Alder Hildrid Pew Street Conner Detyne Johnson Ot Murray Minoe

Weather and Forecase Fragments Highlight Regional Update

A blotchy weather item from the Meteorogical Station Paustalen details a 24 hour forecast with mild to moderate winds from the northwest, scattered clouds, and a cold night ahead. Regional notes warn of frost for morning hours and brisk winds, with temperatures in the upper forties to near fifty.

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Veto Power in Security Council Blocked Action

A discussion of the United Nations veto power and its impact on prompt action against aggression. It notes Western bloc tensions, Korea War context, and the risk that vetoes hinder decisive measures, urging reform to allow quicker counter action by the Security Council or General Assembly if needed.

Altmough Abey Nations General Assembly Security Council Non Vy Australia Perseyjce United Nations Rumlu Nak Neeth Korea Micaslae Od Nationa Susan Miimain United Nationan Lap ‘Rm Lake With Ye Tussian Wero China Lin Amareaa Axt Pelee

Car nuisance at Manuka Oval crowds the stands

Spectators report a parking and crowding problem at Manuka Oval during a Saturday night match. Cars blocked exits and views, forcing owners to seek alternative vantage points as police and stadium staff struggled to manage the flow. Local suburbs noted gridlock and complaints heightened by limited entry and exit routes.

Manuka “Oval Wermi Ana Toad Pirates Yylleachers

Inspect Army Medical Services In Far East Visit

Officials state Major General Norcia will lead a delegation to review Army medical services in the Far East with the aim of assessing facilities, personnel, and readiness. The mission includes discussions on coordination with Allied partners and potential improvements in regional medical support. The trip plans to depart Australia midweek with Hong Kong as a key stop.

Far East Areny Kinxatey Sores Wil Vial Alent Fonva United Blatt Whonhinin Army Francia Mejor-flenaral Nor

Unclear report on unidentified bodies found near Mildura

Fragmentary OCR notes describe two unidentified individuals found in Mildura region with attempts at identification deemed impossible. Police recovered a body from a well concealed spot in scrub and a second body via river search. Further details were obscured by errors in the source text.

Airbourne Bunny Dulles Vieto Careual Miduea Childees Pollee Towlay

Resignation Friction Marks Police Force Case

A constable, pressured by internal forces, resigns amid charges against Roger Walker a traveler from Elisabeth Ray. Central Court heard testimonies including a rain witness. Beavers measured the case involving Sargeant Davie who allegedly urged a false statement from the constable and threatened Walker.

Rydney Bunday John Biekner Darlinghurat Owision Palice Forcy Beavers Diminun Skalnet Walker Reavers Davie Pebbet Meavere Tad Callest

Turner Protest on Ambulance Charges

Turner Progen arid Welfare Aesociation members voiced objections to ambulance service charges at a Friday meeting. Speakers claimed the protest targeted rate increases and noted travel restrictions and double parking complaints near Civic Centre. The council planned further discussion at the next welfare meeting.

Turner Serbulance Turner Progen Arid Welfare Peroni IE Wan Ae Ange ACT Doubla Peagreas and Welfare Council

Tea Prices Advance Under Controller of Prices Rules

Sydney reports price controls set new tea costs as retailers may raise by 1 shilling and 1 penny per pound for metropolitan sales from Monday. The Prices Minister announced the new tariff with 3d overtrade and 2s 8d for second-grade varieties, applying to city shops and spreading to country districts.

T. Y Williamacn Annensiem Nsw Sydney Fea Wanoprae “Rhe Landa Ovatrade Graite Thane Pricea D'Strista i Caver Chafpos

Army Defends Sea Dumping of Ammunition

Army officials defend the disposal of about 400 tons of old ammunition dumped at sea off Sydney two weeks ago. The manager said thousands of pounds worth of metal was routinely cleared, with claims the process had government approval and involved substantial costs.

Bydney I Bydney Army Apaeabion Iworth Grout Jillion Peer Tentorest Avrouehout

Safety Sought In Heavy Motor Vehicles

A conference on motor vehicle safety seeks to improve standards for heavy vehicles. Minister for Transport Senator McLeay notes vital aspects include performance and equipment, with over 20 essential standards already in place. The gathering will discuss maximum length height and carrying capacity and whether certain types of motor vehicles should be allowed on the front of vehicles.

Sytvey Rey Ennier Awanaport Sali Pune

Cricket Council Moves to Cooma Amid Plan for 1946 Season

The Cricket Council votes to move the 1946 Cooma matches from Canberra to Cooma with trials and trials. Northern and southern cone matches will be held across regions to aid Monaro team selection. A trial match in Goulburn is planned with combined events and a permanent centre debated.

Monro Ewatrta Anit Gcelohes Counsit Coors Cooma Sap Canberra Witradef Bane wLablhiee Goulburt Yam Grookwall Thy Ace Monary Monaro T Chatamuidee IGG Goulburn Smithern Chine Cinveren NG Creker NG Creker Anocons Fennys Ae Wateys Yamin Selentory Sheere Rubin Jeffreys Deerentin Prion Stonkseg

Lotteries Job Given to Premier's Secretary

The cabinet appoints Mr Tallentire as secretary to the premier replacing Quinlanwilde as extened. Premier Latine faces questions over the deputy’s promotion while a cabinet reshuffle echoes similar moves to judges and board heads. The change signals a potential broadened role for the premier’s aide and shifts in state Latiener oversight.

Aruewr Yin Quinlanwilde Weullestay CT Faflentire Tallentire

Driving Offences Alleged in Canberra Court Appearance

Two men were aiding police on Saturday and charged with driving while under the influence and negligent driving. Both were released on bail of £20 and will appear before the Canberra Court.

Southeren Devin Mator Ehieles Relewand Mypenr Canberra Sien

Australian Anglican Move Discusses Reconciliation Motives

A report on an annual Anglican Men's Movement conference outlines aims to reconcile East and West in Australia. Speakers debate peaceful cooperation for national welfare, with references to Attlee and Churchill and calls to welcome Mr. Attlee for his leadership on postwar foreign policy and democratic values.

Oler National Atle Rmtajra Dcen Burgmanwald Grant Bellato Neo Winston Churchill Anthony Fen Anil Hurgmann Attler Kane Ferenor Rainey K J, Clemente Mr J. Baldwin Sureunibatyah Wand Pol Averetary WW. Retary

Labour Welcome To Mr. Attlee AYONTY

A disrupted fragment shows Labour leader Attlee welcomed in Parliament by the Opposition in the House of Commons. The text is garbled with several incomplete phrases and names, but implies a political event involving Mr Attlee and opposition reception.

Byatt Atatea Atatralia Amesra Dr. Yatt Attlee Bie Katt Attles India Pakistan Ceylon Brita Conmonwanith House of Commons Cities Labour

Maori Delegate To MRA Heads To Sydney

A Maori chief is chosen as a representative of his race at the Thieraadlomal Assembly for Moyre Rearmament, with possible alliance to Sydney delegates. The selection names Major Kahl and traces lineage to Cape Switsepland, linking Maori leadership to Australasian delegates in Awitmert.

Sydney Thieraadlomal Ownten Cape Switsepland I Mee Kahl Warwwirs Kape New

City Bowling Club to Raise Membership Costs

The City Bowling Club discussed doubling full membership from three guineas to a higher rate and implementing a substantial increase in fees. The annual meeting covered finances, past president W Howe’s jubilee preparations, club improvements, and plans with departments and district clubs amid a growing membership of 235 and rising social activity.

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Canberra Bowling Club Meeting and Election Details

Canberra Bowling Club held a meeting with officers and members discussing actions and voting. The agenda included elections with players and committee roles named while addressing membership, attendance, and financial matters.

Aero Club Pilots Compete in Forced Landing

Canberra Aero Club held a forced landing competition as pilots and spectators gathered at the aerodrome. Dozens of entrants, including student and private pilots, tested landing skills in a constrained area after an engine flare up. Instructors reviewed results and noted a fourth plane expected soon as training preparations continued.

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Clubs plan protest over hours poll debate

A deputation from the Registered Club Association urged changes to poll hours and a referendum on closing times. President Mr Ganon warned that clubs would be barred from serving members on Sundays and questioned the push for 10 o'clock closing.

Dier Hiquar Tours Pe Ganon Dewiiern Ganon

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