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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 16, 1955

Page

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Strike Out Look Easier As Paper Stoppage Ends

A chaotic labor dispute report outlines a long stoppage affecting a local press. Members of the Labour Council and company officials clash over awards and benefits while a mass meeting is planned for Monday in Potche. The dispute touches wage rates, maintenance staff, and proposed settlements as workers prepare to resume operations.

Sydney Creinanin Masbee Petersruther Tower Mall Labour Gaunell, Mra Jouriuilly Fratuatriad Iulané Aha Caine Nanvin Townie Duxfiey Ae Buin Sm'hskn Fiauaa Neweague Neil Bhits Unhua Canih Homeliiah Albmt

Injured Man Rescued From Trawler Wreck

A lightkeeper and co-operating fishermen saved an injured man after a trawler wreck near Montague. The crew worked to salvage the engine as the vessel drifted and a heavy piece of machinery fell, with rescuers carrying the injured man and others to a small boat for inland transport.

Fray Pr9 Teon Meray Waliland Grove Hunker Marcoma Hrabaffernt

Seven Officers Evict Woman In Light Rain

Mrs. Mebel yeign Jones was evicted by seven officers under a government eviction order amid light rain. The raid damaged property inside the premises and officers carried out the eviction as neighbors watched, with unclear details on the tenant’s future.

Mebel Yeign ‘Jones Lnte Jones Rani Rte Omar

Bomb outrage mars holiday in Casablanca

Six Europeans were killed and 29 injured when a powerful bomb exploded on a cafe terrace in Casablanca on a national holiday. The blast marred celebrations as crowds gathered, with further clashes and a collapse causing extensive damage and casualties.

Casablanca Raria France Rene Coty Paria Champs-Hiysees Ara Tuna Algiers Mata Vientiy Vietr Dewul

Poison case in Quandialla Hearings for two women

Margaret Maher and Bhireen Tasmi Agatord, both identified as Adelaide residents, were committed for trial at Quandialla on charges of malicious poisoning at the Bland Hotel on June 8. Maher reportedly admitted pouring arsenic into a plate of sugar at supper, intending a killer’s dose.

Quandialla Gina Killeen Margaret Maher Bhireen Tasma Agatord Adelaide Bland Utili F Maher Law In

Thailand calls SEATO talks on Laos fighting

Thailand seeks SEATO representatives meeting to discuss Laos turmoil after clashes between Pathet Laos and Government forces. Prince Wan Waithayakon announced the plan for Monday July 4, during the Prime Minister’s weekly briefing.

Thailand SEATO Laos Bangkok South-East Asian Treaty Organisation Pathet Laos Wan Wuaithayakon Toalay Arye Roytine Ge Mavinern Duecun Aalto Sunirova Prince Waithayakon

South Korea Army Threat And North Korea March Plans

South Korean military leaders warned of a possible march on the North as tensions rose. The report cites intelligence on reunification goals and U S reaction, noting Geneva talks and President Nixon. It describes calls to strengthen South Korea’s defense and deter escalation.

BOUL Twaders Sdn Kor Eniatthe Ata Tn North Reaves Soint Chietenetastam United States Pearnhower Geneva Alasaftatv Lee Wil States Republic Desiua Rouay Arcane Armel Reg Comunimion Korea South Korea North Korea Ancreame Gorea Ranabaive Awater United Nations Juattern Japan

Military advisers to meet in Singapore next Monday

Australian defence minister Philip McBride announced that Australian and Singaporean military advisers will gather in Singapore next Monday to continue strategic planning begun at a previous conference in the Philippines. The Australian delegation will be led by Captain M.L. Adams, RAN.

Singapore Ube Beato Baguia Philippinewinst Defence Philip McBride Sdviwra Ab

Tobacco price hike expected at retailers next week

Retailers forecast higher tobacco and cigarette prices with announcements from manufacturers and distributors. Some plan increments of around four percent. Uncertainty remains whether all brands English and Australian will rise, or only Australian varieties. A manufacturer spokesman said retailer decisions will drive any changes.

Sielbourne Tobavess Aasoota Etallers

Lan Johnson Says Team Could Beat England

Sydney reports Australia’s captain Lan Johnson expressing confidence the team could defeat England on the current tour. He praises improved technique and concentration, noting strong spirit and teamwork among the squad despite travel disruptions.

Lan Johnson England Sydney West Indien Tay Johnson Marca Tohnson Johnson Cetativek Trenda

Imperial cricket tour plans in India confirmed

An Imperial cricket conference presided by Lord Cobham confirmed the 1966 New Zealand tour in India and the England tour to India. Details will be put before the Administration Cricket Board in September for formal information and approval.

London Lord Cobhem Landa Yenisr India Jada

Australians Ready for Davis Cup Tie With Mexico

Australia seeks Davis Cup action against Mexico in North America as Rex Tartwig picks the team in place of Law Moad while Tony Trabert is noted as a rival. Hamidson reaches the semi finals of the national championship in Atlanta, Georgia with a string of straight wins.

Atanta Georgia Atrmignt

Anglo Italian Cup Tie Opens With Tight Matches

In London and Rebaxton the Anglo Italian Cup tie begins with Gardini and Pietrangelli defeating Knight and Becker in straight sets. Gardini edge Knight 7 2 1 2 6 4 as Pietrangelli outplayed Becker 2 4 0 Budge To Coach U S Squad details suggest Budge named to lead U S junior Davis Cup squad but reports conflict over his status and tenure.

Haly Britain London Fausto Gardini Micotai Pieteangell Italy Tara Billy Knight Roger Becker Rebaxton Gardini Fietrangell Becker

Samman Airline Revival Aims New World Route Operations

Ambiguous revival pact enables Garman Lufthand Alte Ine to run a broad world route from Lukaly to Deshgned Lie. The agreement mentions Austral London routes and a Chrencenter hub. Daily Mall notes a turbulent page with misread entries, while a separate report cites a $64,000 figure linked to a pursuit of a prize.

Samman Ermal ‘Agreament Antbling Ne ‘Enabiin Garman Lufthand Alte London Daily Mall Reporta Pentence RIALE New York Bical Eaper Catherine Kreiner Tousho Town

Geneva talks stir Western policy and Far East fears

Ministers approve motion as experts discuss mounting Far East issues. The report notes Prime Minister Eden and Foreign Secretary Hall with Liberal leader Clement Davies weighing future steps at a Geneva meeting and Western alliance gaps in addressing China and Eastern crises.

Washing Marie Bown Cemeya Eden Miaanower Faiire Tiaaen Liberal Party Clement Davies Primr Mindat Cmrzind Wishan Far East Terence Cria China

Eisenhower's Big Staff Heads to Washington

A Friday report describes President Eisenhower's expanded staff in Washington, including the president’s son Major John Eisenhower and senior aides. The piece notes the department, special military aides, and international political concerns tied to the shuttle of top advisers and spouses accompanying key officials.

Washington Frday Ht Hlyenhower Geneva Busenhower Enews Brat F. Dalton U.S Duleru Gor Melt Die Prine Minter Fovelan Becyeturjen Cueva

Retrial Ordered in Poeery Charge in Melbourne

A jury failed to reach a verdict in the case of electrician Alan Frederick Nelzon charged with forging 1000 bogus £8 notes. The jury was discharged after retirement, and a retrial was ordered. Nelzon pleaded not guilty as detectives testified about alleged photographic processing and chemicals found on him.

Melbourne Wray Mix Jours Alan Frederick Meuzon Joinaton Wet Roy Joilaon Quilty. Net

US P preparations plan at Geneva Big Four conference

Fragmented OCR text describes Western leaders seeking a new plan at the Geneva Big Four talks. It mentions President Kismanewer and hopes that the powers would agree to curb war preparation and move toward arms control, with discussions of nuclear weapons limits and a call for a gigantic worldwide disarmament conference, amid varied approaches.

Pewaident Kismanewer Geneva Fatelhowe

No Synthetic med ie New York science claim

Fragmented OCR text mentions Princeton Research Tettee at Princeton New Jersey and a discussion of wool fabric and textile industry. It references a magazine, high television parody, and unclear names with garbled phrasing. The readable facts are sparse and nonspecific.

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Prisoners Escape in Stolen Russian Plane

Report claims two former German air force officers were removed from an unknown base and flown toward Ukraine aboard a stolen Russian aircraft. The Lenin News notes the escape announced by officials, with Turkish internment of some involved and unclear dates.

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