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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1955
Page
2
A personal tribute expresses sympathy for Kinieras and family after a loss. The note thanks friends and colleagues for kind words and extended support during the difficult time, recognizing the enduring impact of the father’s passing.
Nominations close for Labour Council Treasurer with candidates listed including Ay. PP Sasuy and Adora HE Curtin. Committee names and positions appear, detailing secretary and other roles, as the electorate prepares to vote at the meeting.
A collision between a bus and a car occurred near Canberra. The incident involved a passenger and a patient from the Department of Public Health. Emergency services transported the injured to a local hospital for treatment. Further details on causes and charges were not provided in the readable text.
An article notes the Bundaberg birth of quadruplets as a milestone for maternal and infant welfare. It credits education and postnatal care for reducing infant mortality, highlights Bandabere Hospital where quadruplets thrive, and calls for continued progress in medical nursing and public health to protect newborns and immigrant families entering Australia.
In Melbourne the Welfare Associations Council plans to nominate no candidates for the local advisory council and four for the Canbeere Community Hospital Board. The election will see Mr Ed Mulherin and others as nominees. The council aims to influence pension increases amid budget discussions and political maneuvering.
A Canberra tourist bureau exhibit attracted thousands as the Coal Display showcased health subjects including hearing and care for children. The exhibit, organized at the Mottererft Centre Civic Fotre, featured displays by Mr. W. Dunbar and the Bureau, drawing wide public interest and aiming to educate visitors on health and preventative care.
Fragmentary notes describe a regalian event with figures titled Governor General and officials including Captain Cidham RAN and Captain Hare Hinton SLA. The papery text references the Governor How and a return to formal governance after a morning procession or ceremony.
The Rayon Weavers Association of Australia changes its name to The Rayon and Colin Weavers Association of Australia after Bradford Colton Mills Limited and Davies & Co. Ltd join. New president is ALM Plundera of Bruck Miflw Australia Ltd, succeeding G G Foletta who becomes immediate past president. Bradford Cotton Mills Ltd remains vice president with John Burgess as executive director and Ales Shortlaw as plate director.
The following pupils of Mrs Mariel Kennedy were examined for the London College at Musig lant on Wednesday. The examiner, Mr RW Johnson, made the following awards: Intermediate honours for Baby and Maureener, preparatory awards for Thea Cassidy and others. Catherine Michel and John received commendations.
Mr A B Brown elected to the Canberra University College Council. He joins fellow members from Melbourne and Canberra to fill four council seats and join finance and other committees. The election saw several votes and signatories certified for the council roll.
General Cariappa pledged a bear skin to the W R A C mess as thanks for hospitality during his official visit. The gesture followed a formal reception at the academy where officers and cadets observed the traditional exchange.
A garbled East German origin note hints at a rumored cheating dispute involving workers' rights and a free charge arrangement. The MUNIN Daily newspaper is cited elsewhere in odd repartee, suggesting a historic, chaotic clipping.
A disputed claim argues that rising public service costs would harm the national economy. The arbitration court weighs the matter amid debates on wage trends, government spending, and potential inflationary effects across sectors.
A historical report notes a marked decline in calls to fire brigades and ambulances. The excerpt references city events, council members, and operational assessments during a period of reduced incidents and evolving emergency services.
A fragmentary report records General Templar making a brief visit to the region with remarks on security and local coordination. Details are incomplete due to OCR garble but indicate official travel and contingent discussions.
A hospital ward brightened by a decorative display as patients and visitors interacted with a potted plant arrangement in a care setting. Staff provided assistance and ongoing attention to the display to enhance the patient experience.
In Canberra, letters describe opposition to a semi industrial facility near Lansdale Street and Molonglo. The author argues the zoning ignores residential needs and questions the authority approving the plant. He warns the plan will worsen living conditions and strain local services. Ballance Patterson expresses concern for nearby families.
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