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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 28, 1958

Page

5

New Guinea Trusteeship Vision Shaped by Summer School

A summary of the Australian Institute of Political Science summer school highlights New Guinea as a focus. It argues for clearer official publicity on New Guinea and Papua, urges patience in development under trusteeship, and warns against premature political targets while calling for broader Australian transparency to gain international confidence.

Australian Institute of Political Science New Guinea Australia United Nations Africa Asia West Indies Indonesia Papua

Migrant claims spark UK Australia migration dispute

Dir. Ciapperton of the British Australian Association challenged Australia House denials that skilled British migrants were being turned away. He cited figures from Commonwealth statistics showing 9 247 entrants with 1 301 listed as British, accusing officials of false statements about birthplace data and migration patterns.

Dir Ciapperton British-Australian Association Australia House London Clapperton Wespa

Snowy Mountains Authority Offers compensation to trust

Sydney report states the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Authority proposes up to 15000 pounds to cover revenue losses of about 20000 pounds annually suffered by the Kosciusko Park Trust in Snowy region. The note comes from the Minister for National Development, Senator.

Sydney Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Authority Kosciusko Park Trust Fehin St Tesraiastee Rtosa

Butler Air Transport Control Bid Decided Today

In Sydney a meeting will decide if R M Ansett gains control of Butler Air Transport. Last week hundreds of Ansett shareholders met in Sydney to influence the outcome, while the tumultuous bid faced last minute opposition and confusion over possible stakes and leadership.

Melbourne Moncage R. M

Governor General Receives Honored Visitor

Yesterday the venerated Governor General hosted a reception for the esteemed Honorable Howard Beale and a delegation. The event showcased cordial moments and formal exchanges recognizing Beale's contributions to public service.

Howard Beale

Indonesia and Asia Outlook Guides Western Policy

Letter writer Charles Meeking argues for stability and welfare in Indonesia, urging Australia to support progress and Colombo Plan aid amid Indonesia's volatile focal economy. He notes Dutch choices on West New Guinea and warns against alienating Asian sentiment, stressing firm friendly understanding.

China Indonesia Australia Holland West New Guinea Dr Subandrio Netherlands Subandrio Cesselens Essorts Asia Charles Meeking Manly

London Letter Aims to Thwart Steel Nationalisation

Derek Moon surveys the steel industry’s campaign to blunt Labour calls for nationalisation. Industry leaders foresee a five year window before a possible Labour government, arguing free operate conditions and public relations battles to sway voters. The piece notes sustained corporate campaigning, warnings in annual reports, and anti nationalisation rhetoric shaping a tense political backdrop.

Socialist Steel Company National Land Iron and Steel Federation Steel-Masters Mammoth

Evatt’s Migration Remarks Spark Debate at Citizenship Convention

In an interview dated January 22 Dr H V Evatt suggested allowing 60 per cent British migrants and emphasised Southern European arrivals to Australia. The Labor Party appears unsettled by the comment, prompting questions about motives and consistency in nationality policy.

H. V. Evatt Dr. Evatt Australia Labour Lois Martorana

Britain Warned To Tighten Australian Bond

London reports quote the Manchester Guardian warning Britain must bolster Australian bond connections to preserve British influence and defend trade interests. The Guardian argues Australia remains rich in development potential but risks drifting from British tradition without strong ties and policy support.

Britain London Reuter Australia The Manchester Guardian Guardian Australa

Landing at Queanbeyan and Sydney Cove Ceremony

A garbled report describes a landing at Sydney Cove by a party including Captain Colling and actors Morrie Merkley and others. The Queanbeyan Lions Club and a royal military official proclaimed a ceremony with unclear details and dates.

Gor Philip Sydney Cove Queanbeyan Lions Canbeyan Yastentay Colling Morrie Merkley Orrntor Pil Aya Ma Callags

Impressive End To Australia Day In Sydney

In Sydney Monday evening the day’s celebrations closed with a lively program of dramatic scenes by Australian actors and actresses. The Governor Sir Exit Woodward opened the event as crowds enjoyed the cool change in the city. Weather shifted to calmer conditions and attendees remained cautious after busy weekend outings.

Australia Sydney Try Leonard Exit Woodward Levanto Beng

Australians Gather for Australia Day Service in London

More than 1,000 Australians attended a commemorative service in St Martin-in-the-Fields near Trafalgar Square. The lesson was read by Australian High Commissioner Sir Eric Harrison, with Canon Harry Be of Bathurst delivering a reading. Canon Thorpe is at St Augustine's College Canterbury.

London A. P.reuter Bt. Martin-in-Abe Field Trafalgar Square Eric Harrison Harry ,B.E Bathurst Thorpe St Augustine's College Canterbury

Australian oil prospects raise confidence in Western Australia

In Darwin on Monday American interests expressed continued hope in finding oil in Australia. Caltex is linked to oil searches in the north of Western Australia. Bramstedt, chairman of California Texas Oil, said exploration would continue and that one prospect remains under examination. He noted optimism though no oil found yet.

Darwin Australia California Texas Oi Company Witlas F. Bramstedt Darvis Austria Caltex Western Australia

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