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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1958
Page
6
A concise catalog entry lists steel, cement, lime, wall ties and frame ties, water proofing caulking compound, Malthoid insulation, corrosion iron and asbestos cement as common building supplies. The list reflects midcentury construction materials and trade terminology.
Soviet officials at the East West German border delayed two British and four U S military trains between West Germany and West Berlin for up to ten hours while imposing a new form of documentary control. The trains carried ser goods and American mail and were allowed to proceed without special checks.
Commissioner for Bailch Mr. McCusker reports progress on EBASCO reforms in NSW Railways. Steam locomotives will be replaced gradually by diesel and oil burning units to cut operating costs. About 300 old carriages to be retired. depots, staff training, and facilities to be updated with £3 million allocated next year.
British troops were flown from Jamaica to Nassau at the Governor's request as a general strike disrupts the island. Violence and blockades reported in several areas while business stalls and mass meetings fill the streets.
A schoolboy reenacted his essay by shooting at his parents in their bedroom after being denied a car. He fired a shotgun blast while they slept but they were not hurt. authorities took the boy into custody.
ENNIS Ireland Thursday ten people killed and more than 30 injured when the floor of Carmody’s Hotel aged 87 collapsed during an auction. About 500 people were inside the building when the first floor gave way trapping patrons beneath furniture and rubble. Fire engines and ambulances aided rescue efforts for hours as survivors were moved to a casualty station set up in a nearby hotel.
Sydney wool sale closes with prices firm across Merino fleece and skirtings. Strong demand from Japan and the Continent supports a week’s peak, with limited backing from the United Kingdom and local buyers. Notable lots include Mullion/DL/Yasa 5 Sup AAAAE 130d and Paeora/KJH/Yass Sut ton 5 AAAW 95d.
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