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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 13, 1955

Page

2

Nuclear warfare debate prompts London talks and Geneva conference

A late editorials notes leaders plan a London meeting in August to discuss a world civil defence plan addressing nuclear warfare risks. It predicts a Geneva conference on peaceful energy as a follow up and urges containment to prevent use of nuclear power for destruction.

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Old Coach May Be Housed In New Museum

A historic coach, said to be from the era of Queen Victoria, is described as to be housed in a new museum at Kingston in the transport section. The article notes its seating for 14 passengers, substantial leatherwork, and notable craftsmanship as part of a Canberra tour.

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Migrant Saul Mores Wetz Grants Architecture Scholarship

Saul Mores Wetz, a migrant, awards a scholarship in architecture as thanks to the Minister for Immigration Mr. Molt. The gift is described as a token of gratitude for the minister’s support and policy actions affecting migrants.

W.A. Migrant Abc Lwaies Ceee Ata Ilar Uae Saul Moreswetz Mr. Molt

Accommodation listings and rooms for rent in Queanbeyan and Sydney

Property notices show urgent accommodation needs for a working mother and rooms or furnished and unfurnished houses or rooms in Queanbeyan and Manly. Listings include leases weekly tenancies and office space, with contacts at Poodgerk Ltd City phone 7328 and ads for two storey cottages and shop space.

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Tender invitation for Gracerina supply at RMC Duntroon

Tender closes 4 12 pm on Tuesday. Invitations are issued for the supply of Gracerina for the Royal Military College Duntroon. Submissions may be obtained from the Unit or the O.L.S. Section of Supply.

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Ex servicemen Seek Prompt Settlement Action

A group of ex servicemen pushes for faster settlement action by the Federal Government. They urge a formal motion at a conference to condemn delays and demand immediate processing of veteran land claims and benefits. The initiative aims to secure timely relief for veterans awaiting entitlements.

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Sir William Slim Urges Farmers to Take Greater Interest in Public Life

Sir William Slim urged farmers to engage more in local and national life. At Munkenbury Agricultural College he praised the Agricultural Bureau for promoting citizenship and farm policy research. He noted farming needs skilled, flexible workers and commended country women’s contributions to marketing and farm quality.

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Weather and regional forecast notes from Canberra region

Meteorological bulletin reports barometer readings near 9 atm and temperatures around 13.7 degrees. It notes mild morning with scattered clouds, increasing cloud cover by afternoon, chance of rain later with potential snow over the Alps. Winds shift, cool and cloudy conditions expected in the district.

Canberra Diba Smadur

Death of Sir James Macfarlan in Melbourne

Sir James Macfarlan 83 died in a south Yarra misadventure. Born Ballarat 147 he studied near Melbourne University, became a barrister and examiner, later a law tutor. He is survived by a daughter and wife.

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York Park Elm Trees Damaged in Vandalism

York Park on Brisbane Avenue suffered damaged elms with several felled and one tree at a fork smashed. Authorities suspect adult vandalism as the cause and workers began replacing trees while the annual piano recital timetable proceeds in coming weeks.

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Editor’s Note on Eagle Avoiding Collision in Aerial Survey

Letter discusses an incident with a partially described engine aircraft from NAS Mhogof during an aerial survey. It mentions weather, altitude, and potential navigation order implications, suggesting a minister’s stance on aviation safety and operations under specific conditions.

Gagey Narretuniah

French See British Lew As Fitiless PARIA Tuemiay

French newspapers discuss rigidity in unions and reprieve for FUR ion wine amid Parisian unrest. They report on British law responses and sentiments of love, jealousy, and torture within the penal system and antiquated institutions.

Paria Tuemiay Beitiay Atrure

Governor General and Lady depart Canberra for Aganey

Lieutenant Kelly leads the Governor General and Lady in a morning departure from Government House Canberra for Aganey. A Vatonnunt Auite conference of the Agricultural Burenas Perekniary Agricultural Cohage in Richme is noted in the afternoon highlights.

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Appointment as Physician to the Queen Reported

The Army announces the appointment of a physician to the queen, with a major general rank. The new appointee succeeds the previous medical head, who held the top medical position in the Army services.

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Expenditure Savings Drive £70m Budget Surplus Established

Government budget figures show expenditure savings as the main driver of a £70 million surplus with revenue increases near to £18 million over estimates. Civil defence and social benefit costs are detailed, including pensions, widows' pensions, and unemployment benefits, while defence spending interacts with overall shifts in the year’s outlay.

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Journalists' Court Action Fails To Stop Composite Paper

An Australian case centers on claims by a group of newspaper publishers that a composite newspaper infringes their rights. The court heard arguments about ownership, control, and publication of a joint newspaper project and whether the defendants could proceed with printing despite objections. The judge noted direct issues over liability and the scope of the contemplated publication.

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Tasmania Moves To Restore Wage Adjustments

In Hobart the Tasmanian Government backs restoring quarterly wage adjustments via the Arbitration Court. The Premier says cabinet support exists though intervention is not requested for the near term. He notes sympathetic unions while the government weighs action.

Tasmania Hobart Twentay Tasmanian Australian Council of Traesmane Arbitration Court Congreve Reday Lie Ceiverment le Unions

Meat Inspector Dies in Canberra Incident

Mr Norman Naunton Beery a meat inspector and supervisor in the Department of Health collapsed suddenly in Canberra. He was 82 and resided at No 4 Acton Cote. Remains were conveyed to Melbourne for burial on Thursday.

Norman Naunton Beery Kins Lve Acton Cote

Deserted Wife Granted Time To Leave Farm

A dispute over a soldier settlement block ends with Mrs Jones and her husband granted more time to vacate the farm. The minister for lands ordered temporary grace of two months to clear the property amid a broader repatriation context.

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Child Drowns in Creek Near Newcastle

A young girl, Marie Allen Lonter, wandered from her mother briefly and was found in a creek. Rescue attempts failed. the victim died despite treatment.

Newcastle Marie Allen Lonter Warner Breert Warner Fay Mt Wollyend Rita Hn Bay

Mother and Six Children Trapped by Tide Tragedy

A family on holiday at Nalen went for a picnic when a rising tide swept them from the shore. A mother, her four children two nieces and a two year old were drowned, while the father John Mcintosh searched for them and later found the bodies. The forestry worker, 48, remains shaken as rescuers plank through the scene.

Tueady Nalen Linda Holiday Twanide John Mcintosh Isralee

Oil Search to Begin in Gippsland Victoria

An oil exploration project starts this month in Gippsland near Melbourne. The site will use pipelines and pumping stations to pump crude to processing facilities as crews clear the terrain and set up the drilling pads. Consolidated Zoe and Alara Lan Gl Company of Woodside are involved in the venture.

Victoria Melbourne Simely Gippsland Aaron Wabel Bellet Petroteim Amun Franiin Consolidated Zoe Oclenik Tineline Payatie Alara Lan Gl Woodside Elie

Gable and Witnne Breakup Reported in Nevada

Peter Clark Gable and actress Kay Wit tine Bpreekels reportedly separated after a public event in Maden Nevada. Details remain unclear as the couple's plans and future appearances are unresolved.

Jable Marater Hollywood Peter Clark Gable Kay Wit Nevada Metra

Speed Causes Most Road Deaths Across Quarter Totals

Statistics show speed driving accounted for the majority of road deaths with 11M vehicles in the quarter. Accidents rose to 3378, police logged 4.4K serious incidents, and 126 youths and 2123 pedestrians injured. Authorities note overtaking and following too closely as key risk factors.

Sith Weddertin

Yarralumla Mave Overcomes Rental Hardships

Yarravimie Tregrew uid W Anwoelation plans to aid tenants facing rental hardship. A meeting with government officials and the Department of Welfare outlines proposed improvements including drainage upgrades, footpaths, and road front enhancements to ease costs and traffic, with a focus on Pencham Street area.

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Narrabundah Man Fatally Shot in Hillston

A Narrabundah man was shot at Hillston during a weekend incident. He died before medical help arrived. The body will be buried at the Public Cemetery after a service at Christ Church. Surviving are his wife and two daughters.

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Victorian Labour War Flares Up in Melbourne

In Melbourne a fierce Labour Party dispute erupts within the Legislative Council as factions clash over leadership and recognition. A member announces resignation while internal warfare continues among party wings and supporters.

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Police Vehicle Collision Report Not Clear

An unclear court report fragment mentions a police vehicle collision and a driver, with scattered names and details that are difficult to parse. The text references Constable A Heigh and a car involved, but does not provide a coherent sequence of events or outcome.

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