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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 28, 1955

Page

2

Australia gains Antarctic insight through new Australian Antarctic Base

Australia prepares a new Antarctic base at Mawson to gather daily meteorological data and expand knowledge of the continent. The move follows twenty years of exploration and rivals other nations in using modern equipment to study Antarctica and its climate. The base aims to benefit Australia through practical applications and international scientific collaboration.

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Seven Holiday For Canberra Festival Preview

Canberra centers host a January festival with diverse activities at Reid Park and Nerratundah oval. Officials Mr Prinderick Prone and Mr Derait France coordinate events with local supporters from Motl ake, Fortes, Glebe, and Heellyvaler. Open daily January 3 to 30.

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Humber Penong Gunner's Wedding Limitation Reported

Dr D Caro reports radiation concerns during a wedding tour in Britain. Colin Bullen of Launceston and Pauline Bianchi of Ulup Bay married in a Bremer private hospital ceremony. Planes and telegrams arranged bridal attire amid a sudden street embrace as the couple, long acquainted, wed before Colin returns to Satay.

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U.S. Experts Peak on First Half of Year Industry Trends

A sanitized glimpse of the first half of the year shows U.S. expert projections across steel aluminum copper and construction, detailing production records and backlogs. Notable entities include AMERICAFT, JoeulKomue Hip Hit, and Cy CONSTRUCTION as they report output, spending, and employment shifts through mid year.

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Letters To The Editor Corrections From Canberra Era Review Gaffe

The letter page notes misprints and corrections from a Canberra edition about renowned pedigrees and a show hog review. It cites items such as a miscaptioned “For the P. i” review and a dog life critique, correcting earlier U S or American references and noting holiday related variations.

Gaceres & Vray Sosen Wm Rai Ube P. i Ameria Beyink Canberra

Seven Die In False Fire Alarm Panic At Holiday Observance

A mass panic during Christmas celebrations across the United States left seven people dead and many injured as a false fire alarm triggered door jams and a stampede. Property damage ran into millions as crowds fled frigid temperatures, with theatregoers and spectators evacuated under alarm.

Scarlet Neue United States

Child Lost at Picnic Found Drowned in Australia

An initially missing child from a picnic was found drowned after a trek across Sandown Bay. George Fowntan reported the discovery near Port Pirie as rescuers traced a path through muddy terrain. A rescue boat crew later recovered the body after follow-up tracks indicated a fall, with authorities confirming the identity as a port area resident.

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Weather Notice From Meteorological Station

The bulletin lists temperatures and conditions for regions including the Tablelands and Darwin with references to showers thunder and cloudy spells. It notes northerly winds, occasional persistent showers, and a general cloudy day across the areas mentioned.

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Junior tennis stars shine at Adelaide event

Readable segments show promising results from junior players at Adelaide. Notable performances include doubles strength from Warhurnt and Nail Gita, with several matches reaching the semi finals. Victories and near misses highlight rising talent in the region's tennis scene.

Adelaide Laver Callie Warhurnt Wiltipa S.A. Rmbinalion Smatralight Yun Tobin Nin Henman Vester

Cliff Falls On House In Oregon Town Fatal Five

Five members of the Neal family were crushed and killed when a cliff toppled onto a house in Remote Oregon during a honey rain storm weekend. Police suspect the event followed a weather-induced rock slide. several children, aged 13 and younger, were injured and rushed to a hospital in Roseburg, about 40 miles away.

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Trial demands heavy sentences for eight Puratan Army members

In a Turwday session the prosecutor urged one passing sentence for eight Puratan Army members including a man accused of plotting to overthrow the Government and involvement in the abdication of Prime Minister. The case centers on a recent violent incident and Western influence suspicions.

Tmheran Turwday Puratan Army Hameln Axmoudh Fanalien! Vemster Mur Formid Snather Wendar

Christmas Day Toll Tops All Time Record

A fragmented report notes a record Christmas Day death toll in the United States. It cites a final count surpassing prior holiday totals with figures including hundreds of fatalities and multiple hours of traffic incidents. The piece mentions January 579 as a referent and references a fatal holiday surge on a Friday into early morning.

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Fever N S W Road Deaths Sydney Holiday Echo

Police report no road fatalities during the Shruudnas holiday period with accidents down. Weather and reduced traffic kept numbers low while drivers remained cautious, though authorities anticipated some increase as crowds gathered.

N.S.W Sydney Alloa Arivera

Yass Defeats Canberra In Burns Cup Match

In a Burns Cup clash, Yass chased 225 in 180 minutes, Canberra all out for 144. Star bowler Steven Jameson led Yass to a nine-wicket win as Canberra faltered after a slow start.

YASS Canberra Cenbanda Lawley Steven Jamesie Leo Nash Vasa Canterre Wwe Paitink James Nish Graham Meeney Steven Aw Watera Graham Weisel Steyens

Austratian Polar Ship Dan Delayed By Rainbound Plans

Melbourne reports the Austratian polar ship Dan, part of a 1968 Antarctic expedition led by Mawson and Wilkes, was set to sail but postponed due to heavy rain. The voyage aims to explore Wilkes Land coast with 18 Mawson-related personnel aboard.

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Buckmaster's seven wickets topple rivals in Crookee Cup

Canberra bowler Buckmaster took seven wickets for 31 runs as Yuan Yeqter’s Crookee Cup match saw Canberra dominate Vasewi wa un Boren. Buckmaster’s 1 over spell yielded multiple top-order dismissals, including Norton, K. Mardy and Hardy, steering Canberra to a commanding performance and overcoming a tentative Vasewi chase.

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Paris Veteran Dancer III Fale Hiyonday

Paris veteran dancer known as Mistingutie suffered a stroke on Christmas Eve. Doctors say her condition is improving after admission to a hospital in Vail Illinois. She began her career in 1805 and performed for many years at venues including the Casing de Parke museum hall.

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Pastrycook Held As Suspect For Bomb In Church

Police detained a 17 year old pastrycook over a church bomb plot. Investigators traced evidence to the suspect’s home near Montmartre Hill. An anonymous call described a ticking device at a chapel altar, with a clockwork mechanism noted in the bomb.

Pastrycook Yentatday Amers

Moroccan Attack During Delegation Fears Rise

A Moroccan die is reported after an attack on a delegation amid fears of a broader counter-terror strike. European counter-terror forces reportedly carried out the operation. A French residency noted the incident and an official investigation was promised. No Christmas death in Adelaide is confirmed. late Tuesday no major disturbances were recorded.

Moracca

Motel progress stalls as contract costs loom

Fragmentary note describes rapid progress on a motel project tied to eastern traffic lanes. The text mentions a contract value of $2 but details are unclear.

Christmas Cheer For Pensioners AV Russell Hill

Christmas dinners were provided for elderly residents by the Old Aged Prisoners Welfare Committee. Dinners included ham and plum pudding and were delivered on Christmas Eve by a committee member. Funds were raised by the Oil Duty Age and Invalid Loners Association, a Christmas party was held December 20, aiding pensioners.

Chiat Laore Lom Christman

State government eases parking rules after drunk driving case

A driver convicted of drunken driving will face a weekend gas ban and work-related restrictions. The decision, announced by A. Darby of Kaberat MT, allows the driver to return to work Monday but requires an extended urine check and limits on providing for his family. Authorities say the move balances safety with the driver’s need to support dependents.

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Glider Activity Amid Storms Surges On

Gliders faced severe weather with dawn to dusk rain and low visibility as they pursued a training run near Canberra. Pilot teams reported long ground towing sessions and a tense dawn start for the 90 hour program, with wind and mist complicating efforts.

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Migrant Found Hanged as Cries Echo at Public Gardens

A distressed lodger at Botany Gardens reported a man hanged missing at a hostel near Liverpool Street. Police indicated emotional strain after the death of his mother, while friends recalled his calm demeanor amid a troubled month.

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