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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1957
Page
6
Western observers cite cautious Moscow response as US outlines a 10 month nuclear test moratorium and a plan to end weapon production while diverting fissile material to peaceful uses. Russia’s V Zorin to study proposals and respond soon as five power UN committee meets in London.
A Trans-Australia Airlines DC3 pilot landed at Inniafail North Queensland on one wheel and a wing tip after the main wheel collapsed during an emergency landing. Fifteen passengers and crew survived. a woman was treated for shock. The plane, en route from Townsville to Cairns, had rain and a failed hydraulic system suspected from windshield wiper loss. The pilot jettisoned surplus fuel to reduce weight and fire risk.
Snow and dense fog hampered Ampol trial drivers on the Wegma to Melbourne stage. In Singellie 60 miles from Albury, roads were foot deep with snow. Jack Davey endured delays and miscalculation cost him three points while Murre, winner last year, lost time. Victorian Bob Scarlett again contends after last year’s victor.
Sydney reports a wage cut of 64, 5 per dozen on August 5 as chairman W. H. Bruce confirms price easing. Eggs at peak supply now face a drop in wholesale prices.
Argentine breaks diplomatic ties with Venezuela amid a dispute over actions concerning the exiled dictator Juan Perón, who is reported to be in Tehran. The brief notes tension and a shift in regional alignments in the early postwar period.
The Canberra Y's Men's Club outlines plans to boost membership at its annual meeting. Retiring president G D Robertson notes emphasis on recruitment, with four international officers among members and a history of speaker events. The club hosts, supports the Y.M.C.A. and Colachet Leper Colony appeal and hosted the Irish Y's convention at Sturt Island in January.
W A men praise national team outside Melbourne with Canberra players star performers. Ger Walsh and Ken EeSembare receive best and fairest trophies. Kemp shines at full-back and Roy Williams and Barry Browning are noted for decisive play. Canberra team balanced, table shows Hast lake 34 Queanbeyan 33 Manuka 28 Acton 16 RM.
Building workers started their second week of lightning stoppages. Six jobs were halted in outer suburbs for up to four hours. Between 600 and 2,000 workers are involved in the stoppage, with demands for improved conditions and pay.
Police analysis shows a drop of 704 accidents from 1955 to the last 12 months with 1 956 recorded in 1955. June had fewest accidents since March 1955, but drivers remain prone on straight roads and drink days. Young drivers and NEW vehicle registrants feature in many incidents. sex differences noted. Officials urge greater driver vigilance and responsibility to curb injuries and deaths as traffic grows.
The Department of Health will not run an anti influenza campaign in Canberra after a request from the Canberra Branch of the Liquor and Allied Trades Union. The union asked vaccination for hotel and hostel workers in contact with overseas visitors. Dr Metcalfe said the matter had been considered but no campaign was proposed. Vaccination supplies from Melbourne laboratories will be allocated for Canberra and available for employers with priority requirements met.
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