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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1956
Page
5
Editorial advocates transparency after a history of railway accidents and repeated silences by the Minister for Railways. It argues railways serve the public and must reveal accident facts to maintain confidence and safety, warning suppression harms operation and income. The piece condemns political interference and urges accountability by railway officials.
Acting Minister for Trade Mr. McMahon forecast a rise of more than £20 million per year in exports of Australian manufactured goods. He cited potential gains in wool and wheat, and noted increases in electrical machinery, chemicals, and motor goods. Government campaigns and exporters’ efforts were boosting the export drive amid competitive world markets.
A reader chronicles the shortage of maternity wear in Canberra shops amid rapid growth and rising demand. The letter argues shopping trends reflect broader urban needs and warns against diverting public funds to subsidize Roman Catholic schools, urging investment in existing and new public schooling.
A critique argues that subsidising church schools in Canberra risks eroding standard public education and setting a dangerous precedent for state subsidies. The piece warns that federal funds for church schools would shift costs from public systems, burden taxpayers, and undermine democratic education.
Sir William Slim, Governor-General, accompanied by staff, made an official visit to Goroka in Papua New Guinea on Saturday before Miss Jean Patullo departed Admiralty House.
The death of Dr Reginald Stephen aged 95 is reported from Sackville Convalescent Hospital. Former Bishop of Tasmania, he died early yesterday morning.
A Canberra Chamber Society concert featured pianist Mr Shore and violinist Mr Fisher. The program included Brahms Schubert and Meant, with Shore delivering restrained yet emotive tone and Fisher praised for handling difficult passages. The article notes tonal qualities and expressiveness, highlighting the Arpeggione movement and the Bliss Violin and Fortepiano Sonata.
Professor Spencer of Coe College plans a study tour of Europe to compare governments with Britain and the United States. He notes Ireland Norway Sweden Denmark and Belgium use varying parliamentary or proportional systems and aims to answer if a two party framework is essential for stable leadership.
A.P. Reuters report from London says the Protestant Alliance has written to the Duke of Milnburgh praising his public attendance at worship but urging him to avoid cricket and polo on Sundays. The letter warns of secularising God’s day and notes arguments that if the Duke can play on Sunday so can others.
Perth report quotes Sir Richard Boyer of the Australian Broadcasting Commission at Point Walter Fremantle urging progress in racial tolerance and warning against complacency. He notes 20 years of gains, the need to deepen understanding with Asia, and cautions against “junk holes” where people avoid dealing with others.
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