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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 09, 1956

Page

2

Memorial notices for Harrington, Alsemder, Hunt, and Hont

Fragments honor deceased Kevin Harrington Geoffrey Alsemder Jamie Hunt Bert Hunt and others. Messages express eternal memories from families in varied locations with dates including January 9 2998 and 1953. Hearts, prayers, and love remain from mothers fathers siblings and friends in loving remembrance across multiple lines of tribute.

Harrington Kevin Alway Amy Bere Jamisry Cherls

Turkish Massage Services Listing in 3553 Ad Block

An OCR fragment lists massage services with prices and partial descriptions including Turkish Balana Long Massage priced at £120 and related offerings such as Turkish Baw and Short Massage. The text is fragmented and presents generic massage options without coherent context or full details.

Finlay Awaiting Officer Censure From Public Service Board

Sydney reports Mr Finlay Awaits official censure from the Public Service Board after criticizing the Attorney General and police interference in a court wage case. He anticipates a rebuke letter clarifying current pressures and actions by political figures.

Sydney Simdlay Wi Piping Sheehsn Public Service Board Pintay Taciny Nion Pgainsk Dinky

Immigration and the Balance of Payments Problem

A long discussion on how import restrictions and immigration affect Australia’s balance of payments. Reducing migrant inflow may ease population strain but not fix external payments. Immigration supports national security and development. cutting it could harm security and production efficiency. There is also concern over money sent from Australia to families abroad and whether limiting this flow might better aid the payments issue without sacrificing immigration benefits.

Australia Iomigralian Australi Steve Geen Wili Switzerland Atuteke Australie Averstas Jessi Pulson Uiese Atony'ag Belur Smapaurel

Weather summary from Canberra station forecast

A weather wrap reports barometer readings near 20.08 inches at 3 am and 29.896 inches at 3 pm, temperatures from 57 to 85 degrees with a max around 88. Winds mainly calm to NW, forecast unsettled with scattered thunderstorms. Southeast districts expect very warm humid conditions and high fire danger, with light seas and choppy conditions offshore. Canberra Hobart Adelaide Darwin and other capitals listed with forecast highs and lows.

Canberra Paitbaira Hegional Porecasy Bauth Strom Taust Ceex Temeratures Adelade Hobart Perth Darwin

Heavy withdrawals from British savings drive large net losses

LONDON Sunday. Britons deposited a record 1,420,000,000 into the National Savings scheme in 15, but withdrew a new high total of 1,265,000,000, leaving an excess of 77,000,000 in TA savings.

London National Savings Committee

London's Skyline Rising With Central London Blocks

London skyline steadily climbs after the war as multi story flats spread from bombed suburbs into central areas. Regent's Park scheme envisions 1600 flats plus shops, buildings and schools, with three story terraces revived near Haymarket and further redevelopment planned in phases.

London Les Duke of Edinburgh Panerss Regent's Fark Duee Astorey Blacks Regent's Parkscheme

Sayonara Cup Start Forecast For Stormy Race Day

A forecasted storm with thunderstorm risk and strong northeast winds is set for the Sayonara Cup start outside Sydney Heads. Contenders include Saskia owned by W H Northam and entered by the Royal Yacht Club Tasmania, plus the Victorian yacht Frances. Heats sail January 10 28 and 16 17 18 with Saskia last year winning in Port Philip Bay and returning the trophy to New South Wales.

Sydney Heads Saskia Sydney W.H. Northam Briel J Royal Yacht Club Tasmania Frances Sydney Weather Bureau

Esperanto Club Gains With Canberra Conference

The Australian Esperanto Association reports progress from a Canberra conference as the Esperanto movement gains inquiries for classes. President Dr F Williams notes plans for future congresses, with Brisbane hosting in 1986 after support from the Advisory Council Good Neighbour Council and local Esperanto group.

Canberra Ale Grtbie Tere Advisory Council Good Neighbour Council Melbourne

Nobel Peace Prize Aids Tinos Refugees on Island

The Nobel Peace Prize funds would back the Tinos Refugee Centre on the Cyclades island to improve living conditions for long term residents. The High Commissioner and Norwegian Refugee Council say aid could cover meals and shelter as plans for a larger closure effort move forward.

Timuy Geneva Missioner Ofee Jrige Pinos Gcolineli Buenpe Wil Baeh

Underworld Gangs Clash in Tokyo Port Street Battle

Police report a bloody street clash near Toye port city involving up to 40 men from rival Yokohama underworld groups. Sword, gun, and knife violence left two seriously injured as factions attacked a rival house. Fire broke out and several shots were fired.

Ronay Umuay Yokohame Yolahama Nea Toye

Car output overtakes UK and industry shifts after war

A Baita'n Ae ENGL wp report notes car production in the UK rising after 1946 demand. Slow methods hinder output as firms introduce new engines to meet a shrinking market. Spokesman says postwar tax and import restrictions by Australia and Austria, plus German competition, cut output by about 90,000 cars yearly. About 13,000 major workers to begin a four day week by March.

Suau U Sunnay Holbeiler Baita Demund Soit Ue

Commonwealth Trading Bank Opens Braddan Branch

The Commonwealth Trading Bank plans a Braddan Industriarea branch with Canberra manager Mr. John Jeremy confirming the opening. The agency, in partnership with TW Dewsbury and Co, will operate 10 am to 1 pm on Mondays to Saturdays and offer a full range of trading bank services at a site convenient for Braddon shoppers and business people. This move aligns with the bank’s policy of extending services to the people.

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Inquiry Into Adaminaby Dam Supported

A statement by Mr. Fraser, tied to Holsn-Mollare and Snowy project concerns, denounces sensationalism about the Adaminaby Dam stoppages. He argues worker grievances and public works mismanagement drove the pauses, not communist plots, urging a full inquiry into waste and expense.

Watits Alun Fyasee Lavonie Merlin Holsn-Mollare Fraser St Thal Sydney Nat Mis Public Works Department Fraser Yemen Adaminaby Dam

New Ministry Details Unclear as Swearing In Dates Remain Open

The Prime Minister will announce a new ministry on Tuesday but no swearing in date is set. Officials expect the cabinet to meet soon after to test the new arrangement, though exact scheduling remains undecided.

Memdts

Christien Evangelizes Christian Education in Australia Visit

Presbyterian minister Rev J Lawis spoke at St. Jun Church about Christien education efforts at the University of Texas. He described the Faith and Life movement at Mittagong and urged Christians to be faithful in the family and community, warning against mere worldly success.

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White Australia Policy Under Criticism

In Hobart a High Commissioner for New Zealand and Mrs Alderton spoke at a summer school session criticizing immigration policy. Alderton urged selective admission of non-Europeans and proposed using skilled immigration to address labor needs while accusing Australians of ignorance about other countries. He contrasted New Zealand’s lack of a constitution with Australia’s federal setup and praised sports as a national emblem.

Hobart New Zealand Alderton Adult Education Board India Genaval Cuviappa Indi Weleme Aldérich Australia Sportsfon

Egg price increase announced from to day

Sunday report states the wholesale price of eggs will be increased from tomorrow. Secretary of the Beg Board Mr WS Ledger announced the new wholesale prices: first quality hen grade eggs five shillings and two pence a dozen, thunk eggs one shilling per dozen. Retail prices are yet to be adjusted.

Synney Beg Board WS. Ledger Viay Cordingly

Milk Price Inquiry Points to 1d Pint Reduction

The inquiry in Canberra recommends a 1d pint cut in milk prices for consumers, arguing the price in New South Wales milk zone and imports from outside the zone are unjustified. It suggests establishing a milk controller to enforce policy and maintain zone prices while considering administration of imported milk.

Canberra Deierster Well Webb Hag A.C.T Kanl Hughes Masi Ty ©. Webb Canterra Webble Australian Nations University Webb Metwon Seatn Wales Miike Sempany Tha Park New South Wale Mr. Webb New South Wales Canbara Dessa Pitees Gourens Graunda Pelea Ont Ag A.C ‘Rho Company Palley Teal Te Wis Shaeehalers Anv Mike F

British Links With Burma On Better Plane

The Independent Times notes a state visit to Burma by Sir Hubert Mance, the British governor, amid reports of closer ties and a renewed cordial relationship with Burma. The piece references recent interactions and a Russian visit, framing the visit as strengthening historical bonds.

Burma Rangoon Apontinens Independent New ‘Times Ind Tues Hubert Mance Murshid Bulgmin Kehroeh- Joher Sir Hubure

U N Secretary Plans Canberra Visit Amid Asia Tour

New York dispatch reports United Nations Secretary General Hammarskjold will visit Australia and New Zealand among 15 member countries as part of a two month trip. He aims to attend the annual U N economic commission meeting in Bangkok and then proceed to the Far East before returning to New York in February.

New York Dibg Hammassgeld United Nations Australia New Zealand Hammarschold We U.N. Egonomy Commission Asta Bangatare Tnd Far East Canberra

Mobile library scheme aims to start this year in Canberra

The National Library plans a mobile unit to serve children and households in Canberra's development areas. Mr. H. White, a local official, said the service could be expanded to reach many population centres, though details remain unclear on locations and deployments.

Natonal Commonwealth White Salt Canberra

Record Of 640 Daily Average At Play Centres

Daily average of 640 children at play centres in Ganhorre ware T Serard group supervisor Mr J C oas manouns 24 jest MERE Dorlas last week. Activities include visits to Canberra swimming pools and intercentre events. Children from Reid Narrabundati centree will visit with Tarrahinda Westlake to the Olympic Pool. Wednesday hosts Sarenbundah and Telopes Pat children for intercentre-Vimes. Thursday routes involve Yarralumia Westale Turner Park. Friday features a visit to Nar rabiiids centre and Colter Dam activities with Red splay centre groups. Continuous travel to Manuka Meal before 2 pm return.

Vay Ganhorre J C Manouns Phfl Canberra Ehlidrer Reid and Narrabundati Tarrahinda Westlake Olympic Pool Sarenbundah Vimes Turner Coe Porfert Yarralumia Weattalee Nil Tetoper Park Nar Rabiiids Hielp Devpled Ston Tein Colter Dam Foy Ther Grorms Bei Xister Thy’ Ebstaren Yarralumin Westinice Purnov Ailomaon Jwoneamme Viskl Telmes Park Manuka

Residents fight for safer swim at Cansera pool

Readers complain that weekend crowds at Olympia Pool disrupted by hooligan behavior and injuries. They cite inadequate supervision and call on authorities to ensure proper lifeguard oversight and safety measures for all swimmers.

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First Carnival Planned For Olympic Pool

The upcoming swimming carnival at the Olympic Pool will feature a wide program starting tomorrow night. The highlight is the 220 yards freestyle championship with a expected tight finish, plus junior and senior events including butterfly, backstroke, and medley relays. Betty Sykes, holder of the Australian record in breaststroke, aims for wins in her favored 1, 2 distances while contestants chase junior aggregates.

Rheirs Canberra Siwimimine Glin Clyne Green Wawnen Betty Blakaton Cherie Hinge Shampionshoe Betty Sykes Canbarra

Racing Legislation Draws Attention at Belmont Park

WA racing officials report a totalisator turnover of 21,888 at Belmont Park yesterday, 5544 less than last year. Attendances around 6,000 marked one of Belmont’s smaller crowds, sparking calls for state government support and discussions on alternate Saturday meetings to sustain racing and betting.

Faulth Stitt Uurhavens Belmont Pak Belmont WATC Petting Fay Hedgeon

Lecture Tour By Prof A Toynbee in from London to New Zealand

Prof A Toynbee announces a four month world lecture tour starting in April with stops in London, New Zealand, and Australia. He will undertake this journey with support from two grants including a Koakefeier Foundation endowment and an Australian waiver to study Hungary. The trip aims at a monumental study of hungary and related world affairs.

London Sungay Meus Seushae Forum Rotessay Arnold ‘Coynane Widedine Koakefeier Foundation Hungary

S.E.A.T.C Council Meeting Planned in Karachi

The S.E.A.T.C council announced a meeting at Kamien from March 8. External Affairs Minister Lucey stated the council laid down some programs of its work during yesterday’s session.

S.e.at-O Kamien Nehister Lucey Ree Bane Sokud S.rat.c. Eat

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