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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 04, 1956

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French Poll Points Deadlock in New Assembly

France faces renewed deadlock as Communist and other left factions show limited cross party support. Mendes France leads gains for his center right Republican Front, while Gaullists suffer losses. notable figures include Premier Edouard Daladier era veterans, with reshuffles foreseen as results stabilize.

New Assembly Mensiog Rudin Cay Martinaud Mayrlinaiud Deplut Pol Rene Plover Immnstgy Ne Republicaun Geometrn Tetving Edgur Pee Mendes France Biaree ‘Billotte Tha Lel Catinut Miinister Georges Burnet Mietor Munich

Lords Clash Over Egypt Arms Exports In Commons

The Labour opposition pressed Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary on the shipment of British arms to Egypt. Key figures including Gaitskell and Lloyd debated pending policy as Parliament met and a 1959 Tripartite Declaration was cited. Shipments from Liverpool and Belgian routes were reported under current authority, with potential recalls outlined.

Don House of Commons Egypt Europe Goitskell Antteney Iden Selwyn Lloyd London Wallis Soglon Anthony Biden Alan Propo Gaitskell Bovina Anthony Hays Leah Tae Nate Anthony Parliameny Solviya Washington Talis Guitsell Anthony Eder Brush Priton United , States France Middle East Guitskell Alfret Rebens Isennoin Younges Labour Belgim Tirough Selyyyn Libyd Usach Antony Elden Liverpool Israel Salet Daily Mail Yoaous Waa Star of Sues

British Weapons Claimed Used By Algerian Rebels

The Telegraph reported alleged rebel use of British rifles and submachine guns supplied by the British and American powers. It cites seized material including grenades ammo and a rifle, with a link to a delivery in North Africa.

Don Brition Rifles Aula Hdl Weumns Bigeran Robein Fairy Telegraph Weapona Limi Jseray Materia Suipoliett Armeh Sand Teleowaph Adnevican Thobidson

British Ship Breaks Out of Pack To The Weddell Sea

A British expedition ship sailed toward the Weddell Sea with 17 explorers aboard. The vessel, guided by a spotter team, faced rough pack ice as it attempts entry from Lawarie Bay. The crew, led by Captain Hillary, aims to reach the fields reported by the observers.

London Tyee Weddell Sea Mbscape Milla Yasteraay Sinte Gueninher Lawarie Yyhool Bay Mlunes Shriemun Hillary Fort Lonnon Pi

Terrorist Bomb Wounds Two in Nicosia Suburb

A bomb exploded outside the Education Corps building in Strovolos, Nicosia, wounding two. The blast occurred as guards entered the area, with attackers using machine guns and mortars. Authorities report executions of two guards and a broader campaign by terrorists across the area, including attacks in Theodes Mountains.

Nicosia Nicorua Tuoway A. Foreetid Hattie Aaldlers Any Education Corps Fatagunta Strovolus Micosia

Joe Louis Tax Bill Claim From Early 20th Century Note

The article reports Joe Louis unable to pay a tax bill, claiming the Brduea Government owed him over a million dollars in taxes. It mentions his notable purses totaling 4,006,721 shollays and a quoted line about unknown totals, with references to a Saturday Evening Post publication.

Joe Loois Philadelphia Tacaday Jos Lows Haxing Eltemplan Brduea Evening Post Lown Lewis Ald

New Education Fellowship Summer School Opens at Canberra Grammar

The Anglican Bishop at Canberra Goulburn Dr E H Burgmann addressed the opening assembly of the New Education Fellowship Summer School at Canberra Grammar School yesterday. On the platform with him were D McLean federation president NEF Mrs M K Maddocks school organiser and playweight producer and critic Mr Grolirey Thomas who will lead one of the groups.

Canberra-Goulburn E H. Burgmann New Education Fellowship Canberra Grammar School D. McLean NEF M. K. Maddocks Playweight Grolirey Thomas

Deep Freeze Antarctic Base Reaches Site Near Little America

US Antarctic expedition reports progress toward wintering at Byrd's Little America on the continent. Icebreakers Glacier Bastwind and Rel Gul conduct hydrographic probes as 80 crew members of Operation Deep Freeze prepare for a long over-winter stay.

Byrd Little America United Hatnap Bay Ceador Uwspol Wils Kaine Bay

Man Scalped By Boomerang At Pine Creel

A man was scalped by a boomerang near Pine Creek, 160 miles south of Darwin. Police say the attacker is a native, with the victim named as 67 year old Dauwla. A woman reported the incident from Pine Creek Post Office and an ambulance rushed from Katherine 60 miles away. Durin died en route to Katherine Hospital.

Pine Creel Sabwin Dauwla Jina Creal Darwin Nils Ngen Fine Crtoley Polige Janica Dann Natégor

Diplomatic Row Over Embassy Fire Shocks Ottawa

A diplomatic dispute followed a fire at the Bowlel Embassy Sunday, caused by insufficient equipment and heavy flames that damaged the building. Canadian officials and Parliament faced questions as the incident drew urgent debate and scrutiny.

Ottawa Solarn Wllen Bowlel United Press

Russians Eye Diplomacy Ahead of Games

Reports say Moscow seeks early return of ambassadors and resumption of embassy relations with Canberra and Canberra allies as talks with Washington move toward restoring diplomatic representation. Observers warn changes could hinge on UN talks and final agreements, with cautious steps toward normalizing ties before Melbourne events.

Soviet Union United Washington Mogeown Canberra Diplomatia Senuaon

February Talks on Caribbean Federation Conference in London

A February meeting in London will hear debates on creating a British Caribbean Federation. Delegates from Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Windward and Leeward Islands will attend to present government plans and discuss governance and future federation arrangements.

LuNbus Sansa Fenl Peli London Tebrusty Sikieen Wallome Barbados Tamales Snd Trinidad Kingdoas Henerwons Federelock

Hudson Bay Co creates post for Churchill

Hudson’s Bay Company formed a post at Churchill and announced an honorary appointment for Winston Churchill as Grand Seigneur at the Company of Adventurers of England. The Royal Charter era link recalls Sir Winston’s ancestry and the company’s early governors.

Hudson Bay Co Churchill DNCOM Hudson's? Bay Company Femons Fur Trading Organiaation Ypu Itn Aelita Ta Uimeneapanyrs Winston Fiskey Company of Adventurers England Sir Winstow Cherhill John Churchil Wiel Tenmgh Agel Chusebris Prince of Wales Hudson’s Bayt

Rumour Of Tyrol Skiing Trip For Margaret

Rumours of a Tyrol skiing trip for Princess Margaret circulated after a London call to the Tyrolean Tourism office. Karoly warned no confirmation had been given and the royal party was not yet booked.

Tyrol Margaret Nsbruck Tucsiog Romewo Margret Aurea Wn Repredensilog Warne Karoly Salil London Tincaller Tince Be Karaly Meare

Opening Of Tombs In Shakespeare Theory Ordered

A 27th century tomb in Tent is to be opened to probe disputed Shakespeare authorship per The Evening Standard. The bishop’s court at Shrewsbury granted permission, with claims a tomb may hold documents about whether Shakespeare wrote the plays or if Marlowe or others authored them.

Tne Esoums Tent Shakespear Evening Standard Steins Sk Nicholas Chures Shislehurst Permiasion Fae Varie Lie Leon

Malaya Drive Threats Reported Amid Turmoil

Report outlines four insurgent drives in Malaya with mentions of attacks near Johor and Selangor. It notes Australian and British authorities warning of communist influence, counterinsurgency plans, and ongoing security operations as government forces pursue suspected terrorists and disrupt rebel networks.

Malay Leader Waras Ministers To Be On Guard

A garbled report from an Asian region suggests Malay leaders warn Waras ministers to stay vigilant. Incoherent names and places appear. the piece hints at political tension and possible reshuffling before Lent, with discussions in London referenced and a note of upcoming leadership changes.

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