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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1956
Page
2
The listing advertises a Turkish Bath and long massage service with options including short massage for £1 10s and general massage for £1 10s. Face massage and scalp massage are offered with listed prices. Location: Adams Building Kingston.
The Optometrists Filmer Scents will visit Canberra on Thursday, Friday and Saturday January 26 27 28 in the Optical Room at Davies Pharmacy in Kingston. Appointments for Eye Tests and New Spectacles are at X1146 or at Davies Pharmacy in Kingston.
Weather data from Canberra shows barometer readings around 29.74 to 29.89 inches and temperatures ranging from mid to upper 70s across the day with a peak near 93. The report notes light to moderate winds, scattered thunderstorm activity, and a forecast of hot, humid conditions with northerly winds and a coastal southerly change. Fire damage risk rising.
A government memo argues for moving the Works and Interior Departments to Canberra to improve ministerial access and interdepartmental coordination. It warns against the Melbourne-based bottlenecks and urges immediate deployment of Works policy officers to Canberra to avoid repeated planning failures.
Vice regal on Saturday Lady Slim departed Government House for Sydney. That evening she attended a reception by the Sydney University Women Graduates Association for overseas and interstate visitors to the Australian Federation of University Women's biennial conference at Sydney University. On Sunday the Governor General William Slim hosted luncheon at Government House with guests including the Canadian High Commissioner Mrs. Irwin, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. McLaren, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. A. Ryrie, and Major and Mrs. J. J. McGrath. Lady Wunderly departed Government House.
CAPETOWN Saturday report that a motion to abolish God Save the Queen as the national anthem was tabled in Parliament as it opened yesterday. The British anthem and the Union Jack currently share equal status with Die S Afrika Die Slem Van Suid Afrika and the South African flag in the country.
Sudanese Foreign Minister Mubarak Zarrouq announced in Khartoum that Sudan has applied for United Nations membership. The minister also said Sudan has applied for membership in the Arab League, signaling moves toward broader regional and global recognition.
Florence report shows whisky tops orders in Italy’s luxury bars. Italian barmen say six of ten patrons choose whisky or cognac, with cocktails for two and wine for the remainder. Findings shared at the association’s annual meeting reveal demand among tired businessmen and film executives.
Professor Frederick Stephen Siegfried Nadel, 62, anthropology chair at the Australian National University, died at his residence in Ainsliente on Friday night. Born in Vienna, educated there and at Cambridge, he held posts in the UK and Australia, including leadership in the ACT Arts Council.
About seven thousand people crowded Canberra's Olympic pool over the weekend. Attendance: Saturday 2 116 adults and 1 486 children. Sunday 2 247 adults and 1 231 children. Crowds filled lawns, traffic was poorly guided, and restrictions included brief costumes and floats made from car tubes. Pool manager J Barrett noted crowded lawns and temporary fencing with grass to be planted in autumn.
The Learn to Swim campaign run by the ACT police starts this morning at Olympic and Manuka pools. One hundred twenty children attend during weekday mornings until January 24, with six instructors at each pool conducting 30 minute sessions. Each group aims for seven hours of coaching and a 13 yard swim for a proficiency certificate, with bus fare concessions and family hour-sharing options. A coloured badge system will identify participants, ages range from three and a half to 14, with some travel between pools where needed.
Australia will send the largest single display at the Western Springs Exhibition opening in Auckland on January 21. Over 150 Australian manufacturers will showcase three pavilions plus space for heavy equipment, featuring farm tools, machine parts, medical gear, scientific instruments, furniture, pottery, kitchenware, woollens, louvre windows, toys and plastics. The trade mission, led by Roy Butler, includes 20 businessmen and officials from the Wheat Board and Dried Fruits Control Board. New Zealand is Australia’s major market for secondary products and an important outlet for certain primary produce.
Seven RAAF officers will depart for the United States this month with two in April for exchange duty with the United States Air Force. This continues a two year old exchange scheme between RA AF and USAF. The Minister for Air, Mr Townley, said ten U S Air Force officers will arrive in Australia soon for exchange posting.
Labour member for Eden Monarh Mr Alan Fraser attacks Prime Minister Menzies for widening the cabinet to 22 noting reliance on old warriors and yes men. He criticises reduced Country Party representation and cites reshuffles from Health Interior and Postmaster General posts, urging restraint.
In Brisbane on Sunday Queensland, Jenny VI won the Australian title in straight healy at Hamilton, with W Norman Wright noted as a guide. Jantzen Girl secured third, while NSW’s Ilthit Ududy, who had won Saturday, dropped to near last after a protest involving Evelyn V and Blue Jacket over sail configuration and point reallocations. The protest shifted standings and altered final placements in the event.
Geneva celebrate Morat farmer Edouard Coendet as Switzerland’s oldest inhabitant marking his 106th birthday in good health yesterday.
Sydney Sunday report says Director J M Main found deliberate attempts to stir industrial strife at the Adaminaby Dam since 1949, with three major disputes in the last year. The Minister ordered an inquiry into alleged irregularities. claims about private use of dept vehicles, ambulance misuse, and private repairs were denied or deemed unfounded. The report notes a December strike, partial resumption, and asserts transport and welfare actions were within policy.
Captain and Mrs. F. Limpus are transferred from Canberra to Armidale to lead the Salvation Army Corps there after two years directing the Canberra unit. Final ACT services were held this weekend. A farewell social is planned at Salvation Army Hall Braddon tonight. The Limpus family will depart Wednesday. Incoming officers Senior Captain and Mrs. F Reeves will receive a public welcome Friday night.
The ACT Trades and Labour Council chief F J McCauley invited the A C V Master Builders Association to join a Canberra unions deputation to the Interior Minister on housing contracts. They seek immediate housing orders for local builders in large enough quantities to sustain construction and employment.
Amos J. Peaslee, U.S. Ambassador to Australia since June 1953, is designated by President Eisenhower as Deputy Special Assistant to the President on Disarmament Policy with personal ambassadorial rank. He leaves Australia to consult in Washington and return soon. He cites deep ties to Australia and envisions continued U.S.-Australia partnership in postwar security and liberty.
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