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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 07, 1957

Page

2

Desecration of War Memorial Angers Casey

Mr Casey condemns the desecration of the Australian and New Zealand War Memorial at Port Said. He questions if youths or Egyptian hooligans were responsible but rejects apologizing to the Egyptian government. He stresses the memorial honors Australians and New Zealanders who died in defense of Egypt in the first Great War.

Mmister Casey Sanv New Zealand Port Cis Caney Bame Egypt

Eisenhower Doctrine Under Fire in Congressional Debate

A critical review blames the Eisenhower policy for Middle East missteps, arguing Washington failed to uphold treaty obligations and UN directives. It calls for a positive State Department shift and suggests a new secretary to heal diplomacy and curb rhetoric.

United States Middle East Britain France Mohr Ts Parmange Tech Israel Egypt State Department United Nations United Stats Eisenhower Congress Middle Eas Lee Dulles Midle

Hard Choice For U S Indians

A leading Indian interest group argues many American Indians face relocation from reservations or economic development at home. The report cites Navajo policy successes and urges programs to build local economies rather than move tribes to urban areas.

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Report cites mixed views on Indian relocation program impact

The survey notes bitter opposition between local groups and relocation offices, with communities questioning motives yet failing to empower new Indian arrivals. It highlights stereotypes that hinder recognition of Indigenous potential and warns social agencies to address unmet needs.

Diana Savage Nobe Redman Horatio Alger Imi Case Warkee

Theologian Dr Hystop Visits Canberra for Sermons

Dr Hystop, ecumenical studies professor and director at Union Theological Seminary New York, preached at St Johns and Congregational Church Canberra drawing large crowds. He urged unity in Christian practice and noted world events awaken nations before heading to Melbourne for the Australian Student Movement conference.

Hystop Boudica Union Theological Seminary New York Canberra St. John's Hyssop House of Faith Hyslop Melbourne Hel California

Watering Bid To Driveway Trees

In the ACT near Lake George a group waters trees by hand to prevent death during drought. Water is carted on a truck bed to each tree, a task done by volunteers amid bush frosts. The Remem Driveway Auxiliary grove trees survive, aided by rotary hoeing and a Canberra Apexians group with a pump.

Act Lake George Tol Canberra A. Pump

Canberra Sunshine Draws Crowds to Resorts

One of the hottest Sundays this summer brought large crowds to Canberra resorts. The day reached 87.7 degrees around three PM, beating Saturday by 23.4 degrees. People picnicked at the Cotter and Murrumbidgee Rivers, crowded the Cotter precincts, and a brisk business was reported at the kiosk.

Canberra Olympic Cotter Murrumbidgee Uude Reserve Fe

Local Accident Report Hints at Injuries in Tyson Brady Area

Fragmentary lines indicate injuries after an incident near Reservoir Victoria involving individuals named Wil' im Dennin and Tyson Brady. Details on cause and exact location are unclear from the legible text.

Ston Road Reservoir Wil' Im Dennin Tyson Brady

Day Of Prayer Aims At Hungarian Revolt Victims

Sydney churches will host a day of prayer for Hungarian victims next Sunday as leaders from all denominations unite in support of the Hungarian Relief Fund. The Elizabethan Theatre Trust plans a gala Mozart first night in aid of the fund with Governor General Sir William Slim and Lady Slim in attendance.

Sydney New Suth Wales Cares Elizabethan Theatre Trust William Slim Slim

Married After Meeting On Tour Of N Z

A couple who met while on a working tour of New Zealand were married at St. John's Church on Saturday. Eduine Smith of Canberra wed Dudley Gunning of South Africa in a ceremony with family and friends from Sydney Yass Canberra and Canberra guests. The bride wore a nylon frock with a Lily of the valley coronet and a pink and white bouquet. The best man was Ron Carr of Canberra. The reception followed at Hotel Ainslie Rex and the couple received a diamond eternity ring and a wedding present from Eduine's parents. On their honeymoon the bride wore a blue linen sheath dress with a matching blue hat.

New Zealand St. John's Church Eduine Ron Carr Canberra Susan Smith Sydney Yarx South Cons Ainslie-Rex Smith

Canberra City Marries Sportsmaster

Canberra City joins Sportsmaster son of J. F. Crittenden Thornton in a wedding at Hotel Anne Rex. Monica wore an all over lace frock with pleated nylon tulle and orange gloves. bridesmaids Elaine Stour and Moira Flaherty wore white organdie. Guests from Brisbane and other cities attended. couple plans a tour to Adelaide and then live in memory.

J. F . Crittenden Thornton Monica Cecil Bruner Moira Flaherty Bride Elaine Stour Moira Elaine Colin Pat Crittenden Misa ©. McGrath Mra Bloan Adelaide Temory

Trade Courses Available In N. Territory

The Minister for Territories announced that technical education is expanding in the Northern Territory. Darwin and Alice Springs students can study technical subjects at secondary schools and adults may join correspondence courses. 40 apprentices are training under the new Apprenticeship Board established in 1950. Plans include further training for Aboriginal people in pastoral skill areas.

Territories Haslud Darwin Alice Springs Hastuck Australia Hasduck

No Clue Yet On Milk Adulteration Report

Detectives probe cause of 100 gallons of milk altered by dilution. The manage Farmers, Mr F C Harding, reported the adulteration to authorities after a 50 percent water mix was found.

Canbeirs F. C. Harding

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Casey U.S. State Department U.S. Indians Rve N.Z EAVNG Mrs. Dudley St. John’s Church Canberra City N. Territory Ati Com
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