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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 23, 1956

Page

2

Memorial verses for William Booth and family memories

A hazy obituary-like page lists tributes for William Booth and relatives with dates 1950 and 1980, praising love and memory. The text remembers a father and husband, William Edward Booth, with daughter Tessie and others, noting January dates and ongoing grief across generations.

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Waterside strike tests arbitration plus industrial order

The Waterside Workers Federation began a midnight strike as leaders sought to shield isolated communities from hardship. The dispute pits union claims of wage justice against shipowners, with the Commonwealth Court of Conciliation and Arbitration urged to decide the matter in the national interest. The piece argues that resisting arbitration undermines law and order, urging judicial resolution within the constitutional framework and warning that broader resistance could provoke economic distress.

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Labour Council To Discuss Building Jobs

The Trades and Labor Council will meet to discuss a Builders' Labourers Federation proposal alleging black flag job actions at Lily, Braddon and Dickens. Federation organiser Mr. G Robinson said Primmet and McPhail and others faced alleged benasties of the award, with jobs at Avisbono Buildings and the North Canberra Retired Soldiers Memorial Club Readvion Ants and the Motel Shy set blac.

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Housework And Letter Not Linked Says Senator

Senator Gordon Brown denies a link between a claim about housework and a letter to his former secretary Miss Anson. He says she resigned after refusing to help with housework and later sought other employment. He criticizes the timing and says the matter has no bearing on public duties.

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MR A Force Welcomed At Colombo

A report from Colombo notes MR A Force welcomed by Ceylon Governor General Sir Oliver Goone-Mieke at Queen's House and hosted by Prime Minister Sir John Koilawala. The visit includes cabinet attendance and discussions with German Chancellor candidates and Yugoslavian figures, signaling international outreach before departure to Australia.

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Weather snapshot and forecast from Canberra area notes

A fragmented weather ledger from Canberra and regional stations shows temperatures ranging from the mid 50s to mid 70s with winds light to moderate and occasional gusts. Forecasts expect a cloudy, cool day with light easterly winds, showers near the coast, and a gradual evening breeze. Regional temperatures list Canberra 55 to 73, Sydney 66, Melbourne 58, Adelaide 73, Perth 72, Darwin 8, with variable conditions across other districts.

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Russia Aims To Dominate Olympics Says Soviet Officials

An article quotes officials predicting Soviet Union dominance at the upcoming Olympics. They claim Russia plans to develop a breed of super athletes to outpace the United States and others, signaling a broad program of training reforms and national sports emphasis.

Canberra wage crisis sparks labour council outcry

Canberra workers face a wage gap the Labour Council calls unreal, with officials saying the ACT wage floor is inadequate. They claim workers lose tens of thousands yearly and urge the Minister for Government and National Services to intervene to fix the system and ease industrial tensions.

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Atomic stockpiling debate at SEATO conference

The SEATO meeting warned that atomic stockpiling remains insufficient as Western allies face a global Communist challenge. Advisers and defense officials from Pakistan and other member nations urged unity, stressing the need for coordinated plans and timely action to deter aggression and ensure regional security.

Athletes Train For Winter Olympics In Rome

Athletes prepare for the upcoming Winter Olympics with practice in sunny weather conditions. Skaters and cross country teams sharpen routines as competition nears the opening on Wednesday with expectations of strong performances amid favorable conditions.

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Convention delegates plan immigration policy debates

In Canberra delegates discuss Australia’s future intake as a panel of experts and international guests prepares five papers on demography housing and social impact. Key figures from government unions business and the US delegation will attend with a reception and film program highlighting migration themes.

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Australian Weds Canberra Girl In 1954 Ceremony

RM C graduate weds Canberra girl at Christ Church in Sydney. The bride Monica Stoan of Ainslie wore a pale pink gown with a velvet capelet and a curvatto of chrysanthemums. Groom Lt. Ron Brmolts attended, with reception at Seymour Victoria after a north coast drive.

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Golfer Misses Birdie But Bags A Snake at Royal Canberas

An Australian golf match report describes a golfer failing to convert a birdie while a brown snake lured on the Unt 22h green near the Royal Canberra Golf Club. Tom Tres bile crafted the snare after a prolonged attack by Bernt O'Neill and others. The incident delayed play as the player struggled through the remaining holes.

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Cooma Diesel Derails Near Williamsdale

A diesel express derailed near Williamsdale about 25 miles south of Queanbeyan on Saturday afternoon after a coupling failed and a wheel jumped the rail. The rear cars carried 110 passengers to Sydney with delays. no injuries reported though some passengers were jolted. Passengers were transferred to Queanbeyan by a special coach and later reached Sydney by rail, while investigators traced the locomotive to determine line damage and cause.

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Obituary of William Shumiels a Rrazier figure at Spring Vale

The death of 73 year old William Shumiels, a well known Rrazier figure of the West Angarta district, is reported at his home Spring Vale Weetar forma. He collapsed after a brief illness following a normal day. Survived by wife, two daughters and son Stanley who served in World War II.

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