Australian dominance in 1956 Davis Cup sparks amateur debate
Australia leads the 1956 Davis Cup series as Hoad and Rosewall overwhelm the U S team. The piece questions amateur status, noting professional offers and earnings temptations for top players and arguing the Davis Cup relies on blurred amateur lines, while Australia benefits from a rising group of elite talents.
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Australia
Hoad
Rosewall
United States
Ken Rosewall
Kramer
Keritan
Econae
Pemeni
Potato and Onion Prices May Cut NSW Wages
Mr. L Withall of the Associated Chambers of Manufactures of Australia argues falling prices for potatoes and onions could reduce New South Wales basic wages within weeks by three to four shillings a week. The change hinges on the December quarter figures in the C series index.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.S.W
Associated Chambers of Manufactures of Australia
L. Withall
Withall
Jona
Bureau Census and Statistics Reau
Pstobis
Prospects In X ray Find Prospects In X ray
London report notes prospects identified in X ray findings with potential implications for research and medical study. No further details available.
War Savings to Extend Four Years Awaited Plan
Treasury announces extension of War Savings and Savings Certificates for holders in 1961. Individuals with 1 face value certificates issued in 1940 will receive an extra five pence per certificate per year over the four year extension, increasing value for £1 certificates as the plan runs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bir
Arpa Fadden
Admin Building Set for Early 1958 Occupancy
The Admin Building will not be completed and fully occupied until sometime early 1958. Occupancy of the central and western blocks is still undecided. The first offices were taken over in December.
Seventh Gift For Settlers Ballot On Merino Rams
A seventh gift of Merino rams to soldier settlers is announced with Bundemar Stud as lead donor. Applications for a ram allotment must reach the Under-Secretary of Lands in Sydney by January 18 and a ballot will be held late in January. Only holders of rams suitable for Bundemar blood are eligible.
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Suney
Merino Dock
Body
Bundemar
Nott
Bundemar Stud
Crown Office
Sydney
Js Hiday
Wool Exports Increase in First Five Months
Australian wool exports for the first five months of the financial year reached 23.1 million pounds shipped valued at £158.93 million, up from £123.79 million the previous year. Acting Commonwealth figures show £19.45 million against £7.87 million, while United States purchases totalled £3.02 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
United States
Letters to the Editor Fiats For Single People
Letter writer criticizes government policy on housing and social support. The piece discusses bureaucratic delays and requests clearer guidance from the department. The tone challenges official priorities and urges action for single individuals facing Christmas hardship.
Foreign Invasion Expands U S Record Market
The article notes postwar foreign artists expanding in the U S market via London and RCA Victor. It highlights Werner Mueller backing Miss Valente and Michel Legrand gaining U S fans, with stars like Vera Lynn, Ted Heath, Anton Karas, and Jacques Francois finding audiences. It cites imports from Switzerland, Portugal, and France and mentions Capitol Records buying sheet music for a French song about Poor John.
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Schulta - Reichel
Grasy
Otto
Frits
Breach
Michel Legrand
Paris
Maurice Chevaller
U.S
Henri Salvator
Jacqueline Francois
Watchou
Anne Bheton
London Record
Buc Landon
Jeantovani
Rank Chackafield
Braniey Black
Cyril Stapleton
Vera Lynn
Ted Heath
London
Anton Karas
RCA
Victor
Anenca
Mia Rome
Switzerland
Lisbon
Portugal
France
Europe
David Dexter
Capitol Records
John
Dexter
Capitol
Les Foster
Dame Margot To Dance In Australia
Dame Margot Fonteyn the leading ballet dancer will tour Melbourne and Sydney for a four week season next May. She will perform as a guest artist with the Borovansky Ballet Company under limited appearances arranged by Sir Frank Tait of J C Williamson Ltd. Fonteyn, 36, is married to Dr Roberto Arias the Panamanian ambassador and was made a Dame of the British Empire this year.
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Melbourne
Margot Fonteyn
Sydney
Frank Tait
J. C. Willamson Ltd
Margot
Borovansky Ballet Company
London
Roberto Arias
Gadlers Wells Ballet Company
Missing Link Claimed Found In South Africa
Washington reports a scientist from the Smithsonian claims to have found Australopithecus remains in South Africa about a million years old. Dr Raymond A Dart asserts the species bridges the gap between apes and modern humans, noting an almost human body and brain and upright stalking though no human speech.
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Washington
Reuter
Smithsonian
Hon
South Asi
Raymond A. Dart
Ekelets
Java
Dart
Australpithecus Bly
Last of Spitfires Scrapped in RAF Retrenchment
The final Spitfires, single seat fighters famed in the Battle of Britain, are withdrawn from RAF service. Three remaining planes serve as high altitude weather recon aircraft while one will be kept air worthy for annual ceremonial flights over Berlin.
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London
Fiiasy
A.a.p.reuter
Britain
Jegteas
Memorial Memory Sparks Public Record Of Sacrifices
Sir George called the memorial a symbol of public record that honors sacrifices and urges the nation to remember its fight for country. He warned that the memory could provoke revulsion abroad toward those responsible for the invasion.
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Fei
George Ais Yeaterday
Rainfall Below One Inch Per Day Across December
Rainfall at Fairbairn station from December 3 to yesterday totalled 26 points, under a point per day. The overwet spell stressed plant roots, with trees shrubs and plants shedding leaves as soil dryness returned where water was scarce. Superintendent Mr. T P Taylor of Stock and Agriculture commented on the unusual plant response to the rapid moisture shift.
Police Warn Children Amid Holiday Dangers in Canberra
Canberra police issued warnings for children during New Year holidays. They urged care crossing streets and avoiding thrown matches to prevent fires costing lives and property. Officers noted last Christmas period had no child deaths and called for continued safety.
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Sanberra
Canberra
Banks Expect Rush Today
Banks anticipate a rush of customers today as farmers and merchants prepare for seasonal transactions. Officials urge patience while lenders process deposits loans and withdrawals amid heightened activity.
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Urday, DE
MR. Withall
Ap.rauter
America
Hal McClure
Hollywood
Auerics Ke
Tost
Aletty
RKO
Werner Mueller
Miss Valente
Associated Press
Joba
Box
Fama
Amsterdam
Italy
Carbinieri
Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra
Dudy Littier
Emde
Dick Whittington
Palace Theatre
South Africa
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