01 Jul 1955
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1955
Page
1
President Bleuhower weighs Geneva talks and Soviet intentions at Geneva. He hopes for real progress through new channels and limited decisions by the powers.
Professor A A Corbett of the BMLC in Dumtroon told a senate committee that Canberra could become the centre for professional schools serving southern New South Wales and northern Victoria within ten years. He cited examples from Australia and Britain and urged coordinated planning, financing, and a joint architect engineering approach to build needed training facilities and facilities.
About 5600 dock workers at three British ports voted to continue a 10 day old strike, defying union calls to end stoppage. Meetings in Riverport Hull and other ports backed a “Right on” declaration to press demands, with aims unspecified, while idle work at six ports nears one third of total.
Disjointed report notes Canberra as the prize hub for a second lottery drawing with three local men, Bin Capper, Priestley, and Culley, among winners. A £4,000 prize awarded to Max Atilea is mentioned, with several names and scattered dates indicating a multi‑city result process.
A report from ANU describes a new atom smashing device installed at the National University. Prof Titterton explains electrons accelerate to near light speed, with heavy byproducts forming gamma radiation and photo nuclear reactions. The device mirrors UK installation and aims to extend research capabilities globally.
The project involves about £373,000 for relay equipment largely to be built in the US by De Marcon Wire and shipped to Australia. Negotiations with AWA proceed for Ferrardinge Diesel Towers, with orders expected soon. Tender assessments continue with the Post Office and the Australian Broadcasting Control Board as the national programs agency. Buildings to be sited at Gare Hill Smydney near Mount Dandenong with high priority from the Works Department.
The deputation includes named figures such as Matra FT eCyuley DM Willis J. ty G. Perkin, and Mra A.V fini. They present rent issues before a minister. A local official urged public support against fast rents, while discussions touch on county concerns and community access.
Officials report a sustained increase in brick prices affecting Canberra and surrounding areas. Production costs rose due to higher wages and fuel, with estimates suggesting bricks will remain scarce for external use for years.
Ange Tnourup designer of Queen's huts for the 1958 Commonwealth tour told a creditor at a London bankruptcy meeting on Saturday that he planned to continue his business and repay all sums due to AMF.
Buenos Aires reports signal easing in Argentine church state clash as Cardinal Capello resumes leadership amid government shakeups. Post revolt and cabinet changes shift focus to stabilizing church relations and a potential path to more amicable government church ties.
An airborne parachute demonstration ended in injury during a test jump at a national air warfare facility. Major Beary W. Nuchntin, instructor, suffered an accident near the facility’s mining wing, and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
The YMCA meeting outlines expected outcomes for a menial project and authority for a new governing body. Proposals suggest a smaller initial investment of around 42,000. After the YMCA session, planners anticipate a building to support community services and safety efforts.
The first ALA unit destined for Malaya under Australia’s strategic reserve will fly from Australia this month. The main body of the squadron is to move by August or early September, with recon operations and air support planned. Townsville Hub reports No 8 Bomber Squadron based there since 1950 will deploy, joining air and ground teams in Malaya.
A driver from Richmond Victoria aged about Q years was killed when the vehicle struck batteries and careened off the road near Mitta Yong. Police say the man died at the scene and authorities will not release his identity until relatives are notified.
Commonwealth Avenue will be closed to northbound traffic from Tim to 8 pm today for Wester mains work between Celmanswalth and the Billabong. Southbound traffic can use the route as this lane is expected to reopen soon.
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