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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 31, 1956

Page

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Settlement formula to be discussed at interstate union meeting

In Melbourne and Sydney a secret settlement formula for the Wharf strike is to be submitted at a special ACTU meeting. President A. Fi. Monk says 16 new developments emerged over the weekend. Officials warn that workers face consequences if the proposal is rejected and note potential wider impacts on Waterside workers and shipping costs.

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Deficit Review Highlights Half Year Economic Strains

The Commonwealth Treasury releases a six month financial review showing a 172.2 million revenue gap with 27.4 million in commitments and a projected year end surplus, while December trends suggest broader budget pressure. Prime Minister Menzing pledged full disclosure in Parliament on September 27, noting rising loan funds and evolving social costs.

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Soviet Mission to Yemen Report From Cairo Detained

A garbled report from Cairo describes a Soviet mission to Yemen, mentioning aims to aid agriculture and factories. It also references Rabat and Monay and lists unclear figures, with fragmented notes on shipments and personnel amid uncertain dates and details.

Attempt On Solo Flight Record In White Plains

Captain William digs coal off yesterday in a bid for a non stop record flight to Pain. Captain Judd a veteran trans Atlantic pilot attempts a 540 mile solo flight in a 130 horse plane. If successful it would exceed small plane nonstop distance records.

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Eisenhower and Eden Hold Talks on Soviet Challenge

United Press reports President Eisenhower rejected a 20 year Soviet treaty plan, insisting solutions require Soviet action, as Anthony Eden arrived in Washington for talks with Eisenhower. Diplomats expected discussions on Arab–Israel tensions and a Geneva summit prospect, with both sides urged to pursue negotiation while avoiding mutual provocations.

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Fragmentary trade note on Australian bale prices and markets

Fragmented OCR outlines a sale of 16 500 bales tied to Sydney and Brisbane markets, with December prices cited and a 5 percent figure. Mentions greasy wool and Queensland standards, with Japan competition and a prominent player named Gritair.

Gieisease Sonay Sydney Queensland Japan Gritair

Abolition of Waterside Workers Advocated

A director of the Summer School of Political Science, John Wilkes, urged the abolition of waterside workers in a speech. He argued this had been done elsewhere to curb expanding power and warned against the dangers of atomic power in railway engines and industry.

Summer School of Political Science John Wilkes

Fire kills and traps hundreds in church hall disaster

A panicked hall fire at St Rose Catholic Church hall trapped about 200 people. Dozens died as flames and a collapsing roof blocked exits while responders searched the smoldering debris for victims and cause.

St. Rose. c. Line Catholic Church Seavohars Stave Deaving Met Tandora Uwe Wits Snntess

Fisherman fatally struck by spear mishap at beach

Edwin Joseph Hough, 30, of Glens Aunt Roa Caulfield, died after a spear gun misfire while diving near the water. A woman nearby witnessed the incident as the weapon punctured his stomach. He had recently begun spear fishing with his wife nearby at the time.

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Mrs Roosevelt And Truman Urge Arms For Israel

A statement by Mrs. Roosevelt and President Truman calls on the United States to provide defensive arms to Israel and to negotiate a peace treaty with its neighbors. The appeal stresses support for Israel as a friend and warns the Soviet Union against aggression in the Middle East.

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Jordan political crisis grinds through Arab headlines

Fragmented report notes turmoil in Jordan as Hussein and Prime Minister Samir Ryfal clash over policy. A resignation threat surfaces amid tensions with allied figures, with unclear sources and damaged wording about recent events and regional casting service references.

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Queen's visit to Nigeria sparks mixed reactions in press

An editorial notes the Queens arrival provokes both praise and protests, with images of police squads and crowded scenes. The Daily Mirror contrasts British imperial history with African responses, while the Kremlin may receive copies of the paper.

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Nine Holiday Road: Deaths

Sydney Mundin, Sipe, and others are noted in a list of deaths on Nine Holiday Road. The text references anniversaries, a jail entry, and scattered personal details amid garbled lines and partial names.

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