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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1963
Page
9
A reader defends Mrs. Kanes production of a children story theater piece against critic CT. praising Bruce Packards strong performance and the show descent for youth, while urging Riverside support and contesting the critic's interpretation of fantasy and morality.
A critic shifts from a negative view to praise for a lively and discerning production aimed at children. The review highlights theatrical flair, memorable effects, and a rare evening of genuine children’s theatre despite the absence of footlights.
Chancellor Reginald Mandling signals the next Budget will not include tax cuts and will be financed by higher production. The White Paper on public spending is tied to long term growth, with Labour questioning whether Conservative plans can sustain economic expansion and fund rising social needs ahead of the General Election.
The 1963 Davis Cup ended with Australia defeated by America, a result framed as an honorable defeat. Emerson and Newcombe starred with resilience while Fraser’s 1959 performance is recalled. The piece notes waning crowd interest in Banjor and highlights amateurism’s appeal over professional champions. It calls for Australia to rebuild for 1964 at Forest Hills.
A lawyer explains that promises under seal bind even without consideration and a promise can require repayment via a garnishee order. The dialogue covers how such orders direct debt payments, who may be garnisheed, and when court action is unlikely, with advice to coordinate with the creditor’s solicitor to avoid formalities.
Report from Moscow notes about 500 professional music and drama theatres in the Soviet Union are undergoing changes. The repertoire spans 1,900 plays, with most works by Soviet authors shaping a national repertoire during the period of cultural shifts.
Papua New Guinea officials report the Gazelle Peninsula cocoa project will produce about 1 780 dry tons with a payout near £29 000 to 7 500 Mauve growers this year. Since 1956 output has grown from 326 to the current figure as 17 fermentaries operate across the island.
Montreal reports the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation records a radio series recounting the steps of Canadian troops in World War I to mark the war’s 50th anniversary next year. Recordings draw from hundreds of veterans across Canada in Britain France and Belgium, representing all arms of the Canadian expeditionary force.
In Altama Lisbon, the Rats Fountain draws locals and visitors to taste waters said to cure liver, intestines, and skin ailments. The water, bottled by sellers, brings business to vendors while authorities attempt to keep order as the spring reopens after centuries.
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