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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 17, 1956

Page

2

Funeral notice for John Shane Carson at Manuka church

Retired servicemen invited to attend a burial service for NX182 Lt. Col. John Shane Carson of the Ordinance Corps at St Pauls Church of England Manuka. Following the service the funeral proceeds to the Returned Soldiers' portion of Cameron Public Cemetery. Services and arrangements handled by M. H. O'Fourk Funeral Directors.

Carson Canberra Cluir John Paddy) Carson Pam St Paul's Ghuireh Mamiten Burton Swh Dranch Thairale John Shane Carson Barrallier Gridiny Purus Church of St. Au Manuka

Optometrist Visit and Beauty Services Advertised

An advertisement lists eye tests and new spectacles at Davies Pharmacy with phone contact X16. It also promotes massages and scalp treatments at multiple locations including Canberra and Kingston, noting dates and service details.

Canberra Davies Pharmacy King Ab Davies Pharmacy Kingston

Five Year Plan Russia Aims to Surpass West in Peaceful Growth

The article analyzes Russia s plan to boost atomic energy and expand industry to outpace capitalist nations. It notes claimed gains over the last two years, contrasts with Australia s growth, and discusses targets for labor productivity in industry building and agriculture. It also points to wartime economic shifts and Zhukov s army reorganization as part of broader strategy.

Russia Couintrica Russa Industrict Ava Russa Wihiles Poins Gul Marea Zhukov Australia

Write Offs Give Wrong Slant To Hospital Funds

A Canberra hospital board meeting reviewed the annual accounts and debated the mischaracterization of loan write offs. The audit showed a total write off during the year and noted a discrepancy in how the figures were presented in the chairman’s report.

UBC Notre Canberra

Weather summary from Canberra forecast and regional notes

Weather report from Canberra and regional forecast notes describe very warm, humid conditions with possible thunderstorms. Regions include South Coast and Tasmania with cooler nights, coastal showers in the morning, and winds shifting NE by afternoon. Temperatures listed for major cities show Canberra 95 62 and Sydney 88 71, among others.

South Coast Taoleslands Canbersa Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Adelaide Hobart Perth Dawe

No Parking Signs Near Parliament House Defended

The advisory council discussed parking restrictions on King George Terrace and Canberra traffic flow. Proposals included six by four foot signboards at key points and relocating the Canberra Tourist Bureau signs to better sites near Melbourne Buildings.

Parliament House

Prof S F Nadel Hailed As Great Scholar

An Australian National University ceremony honored Prof S F Nadel, praised as a foremost sociologist, psychologist, and philosopher. Colleagues lauded his depth of learning, drive, and vision for a School of Political Studies to advance knowledge and national development.

S. F. Nadel Nadel Oliphant Chaneror Austealian National University Chile Staee Jie Wika Austentlo Mar

Hospital Board Approves List Of Works

Hospital board approves a wide range of improvements to hospital conditions and new ward facilities. The plan includes better ventilation, upgraded nurses' quarters, a new pantry, and additional shelves in patient rooms.

Hospital Board Tre Voord Cannerra Lie

No Hardships In Transfers Council Word

The council reported no hardship for staff transferring to the admin building. Assistant Secretary H A Harvengen stated about 30 others were involved. Occupation of Block A would begin early February and end of May, with all departments given practical occupation dates. Quinene urged ensuring Melbourne staff receive adequate notice to arrange displaced homes.

Canberra H. A. Harvengen Quinene Alaft

Elderly Man Injured After Ram Weighing Incident

A 76-year-old man, Frank Lawler of Michelago, was taken to Lewisham Hospital with a broken leg after a ram weighing dispute at the Michelago gym. The ram refused to be weighed, was released, and kicked the man onto a railway line causing the injury.

Gueryengoe Armousanee Frank Lawler Michelago Lewisham Hospital Sydney Michelago Gymblane Lacher

Cabinet Examines Financial Questions Ahead of Special Meeting

The cabinet discussed funding for essential services at a special meeting of the Lion Committee set for February 3. Early in the fiscal year decisions on allocations and potential reviews after months were outlined. Also reviewed were a ministerial report on external affairs and plans related to Malayan terrorism and hunting policy.

Avis Ita Lhe Connell

Canberra Jets Grounded For Safety Check

Canberra air bases report jet bombers grounded as a precaution after an apparent defect. Experts from Commonwealth Aircraft examine the Brethowne factory site and Amberley base teams conduct a thorough investigation into the fault reported on the Canberra jets.

Canberra Jets Erirbane Aimborley Bose Brethowne Commonwealth Arcraft Fec Jory Fisherman's Bend Amberley

Kingston council urges start on police station construction

The Kingston council pressed for commencement of a new police station in the southern suburbs between Hotel Kingston and Manuka Oval. The discussion noted funding constraints and the need for multiple suburban stations to improve protection, with residents and officials arguing for gradual expansion over a central unit.

Kingston Att J. Pead A.C.P Thealle Hotel Kingston Manuka Oval Altiough Pha Frsunse Funda Ttig Pendald Millone Pead Gisohet

Road Tax on Goods Not Available Report

NSW Transport official outlines lack of data on road tax collected from goods sold in Canberra. Mr Day notes interest from the Chamber of Commerce, with figures promised for analysis of interstate trade prohibitions and pricing impacts on port access and freight costs.

Che N.S.W Canberra H. A. Bar Yonger Byrne Free Tradt Amitet Manaport

Population Still Rising Fast

Population shows continued growth with about 10,709,000 total by September. Male residents number 4,685,172 while female figures remain unlisted, and the data highlights a net migration influence across the quarter. The acting official cites several cities in the state contributing to the rise.

Perso Femans Coninbanvses Ith Stadsielin Carver Roy

Macquarie Street Widening Plans Reported

Macquarie Street may be widened to ease congestion between Hotel Kuerajong and Barton Offices with proposals to extend Mort Street and Lonsdale Street in Garceria Place. Officials discussed public safety, land sections, and distribution of committee minutes to libraries, universities, and Jervis Bay.

Biavkall Sijrer Young Street Barton J. N. Rogers Byrne James W Macauarie Street Kuerajong Rogers Mort Street Ropers Lonsdale Street Garceria Place PD. Dey Quinntie Interior SR Fraser A. Progress and Welfare AR Wational Ciree Day Jervis Bay Surtmental Uiraries Australian Nationa University

Linton Cup Play Commences in Milton

BRISBANE Moody NSW Vistarian and uweneland teams win first round matches for the Linton Cup and Wilson Cup at Milton. Victoria leads the Linton Cup while holding the Wilson Cup, as the event gets underway.

Brisbane Moody Nsw Vistarian Uweneland Milton Ray Victoria

Butchers Union Air Conditioning Faces Export Loss Risk

The Butchers Union warns the national export system may collapse risking job losses and export sales. Secretary George Seelit says 120 workers will be affected unless Federal action advances. a federal minister may be sent abroad to seek new markets as Canberra Hospital tests air conditioning systems to improve ventilation.

Butchers Union Agli Oop Serroens Butchers Dmlon Segular McEwen Sidster Frade Meorge Seelit Gator Wal Alresdy Gut Ins Seclaf Uc Union Australia

Sydney Wool Sales May Be Cancelled

Arbitration Court heard Sydney wool sales may be canceled if striking workers do not return to their jobs. The Australian Mercantile Land and Finance Co and other firms pressed the case amid a looming £1 million wool impact. a decision was expected to be announced next day after a computer conference among executives and union leaders.

Sydnet Monuay Sydney Nist Kelly Wre Australian Mercantile Land and Finance Company Pederand Storemen and Packers Assoc Niation

French Forces Clash In Algeria Capture 42 Outlaws

French forces pressed operations in Western Algeria over 48 hours ending yesterday. In the largest clash southwest of Arnis, outlaws were fatally hurt and eight captured. French troops suffered three fatalities and nine injuries while six of the captured were wounded.

Alghers Monty Algeria Arnis Ieal

New C O For Base Squadron Assumes Duty

A newly appointed officer assumes duty as commander of the base squadron. He is tasked with overseeing air service functions and coordinating with flying squadrons. The officer previously attended University at State and Navy facilities, gaining experience in navigation and European operations during the war before returning to continue leadership duties.

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Club For Troops In Malaya Opens In Penang

A club for service personnel in Malaya will open in Penang on February 1, offering facilities for 1 serviceman. The opening is led by a minister and run by NAAT for the Australian Army, with access for Royal Australian Regiment teams, the 100th Field Bakery, and other units in Penang and Butterworth.

Penang NAAT AL Watt Groops 3Nd Royal Australian Regiment 100Th Field Bakery Butterworth Malaya Cywiner Sit RAAF

Plans Ready For Action It Need Arose

Admiral Felix Stump said yesterday that SBATO plans have grown since a pact signed in September 1951. He noted tremendous progress, with 5 450 personnel on specialized subjects and joint exercises likely among Wisconsin, Canberra, and Melbourne, though full regional military mobilization remains unlikely.

Saraseg Taek United States Pavite Picet Felix Stump Ved Sbato SAT Canberra Melbourne Jonierenes Sato Slump Usper Wismbar Muclonn Narfold Air Force Watts Beb Stump Ramiral

Re-Election of Mr Quinane as Chairman and local council updates

Mr Quinane was re elected chairman of the Advisory Council at a meeting yesterday in 1068. Mr Stevenson became deputy chairman. Works Director J James details road widening work and maintenance plans near Femalndor and Red Hut roundabout. Residents favor road improvements while parking and safety concerns on Unlestreet and Bathian Street are discussed. A German boxing team to Melbourne Olympics also noted.

C. B. Quiinné Ehyairman Fo A.ccr Stevenson Me. J. Jamey Fubore Nsamibah Lie Road T. B. Langan Bathian Street Department of Te Interion Jan Wielie-Rex Batman Waic Saleh Langan Ainslie-Rex Bnd Gemins Ram School Hhe Elester

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