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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 16, 1955

Page

2

Fragmented OCR notice on unnamed individuals and events

An unreadable OCR fragment mentions several names and places without clear context. It lists SANDERS, Nastya, Ciaeri, DANIEL, STIRLING, Jean, and others with garbled text about dates, relationships, and events. No coherent incident or outcome is discernible from the readable portions.

Sanders Pans Nastya mi Ciaeri Daniel Ae Pir Fea Fey Stirling Jean Om Rede Jon

Printed Lid for The Federal Capital Pres of Autrabin Ltd

Chris topher John Shakespeare publishes a notice for The Federal Capital Press of Autrabin Ltd at the Mort Street Braddon offices in A.C.T. The item appears in a local stationery or business notice column.

Christopher John Shakespeare Federal Capital Pres of Autrabin Ltd Comi Mort. Street Braddon A.c,t

Commonwealth Government Positions NACANT Report Fragments

Fragmentary OCR notes reference commonwealth government positions and related employment, war service, and testing. The readable text mentions names and terms but lacks clear facts, dates, or structured details to form a complete item. The fragmentary language implies a catalog or notice on staffing or service requirements with unclear context.

Canberra Department of Works Hiring Draftsman and Librarian

Job openings in Canberra include a Draftsman grade 2 and Librarian grade 4 under the Department of Works. Duties cover road design, schematics, scheduling, specifications for road and stadium projects, with several years experience required and university level qualifications for the librarian role. Applications due July 8 1955 to the Director for Works Canberra. salaries vary by position and gender.

Doha Thas Much & Cours Department of Works Canberra Department OF Woman Balary Approv Plate Tf Mucceneri Wat Canderra Uly Dun

Churches Pray for Geneva Talks Across Faiths

Religious leaders from Canberra to Aust discuss the Geneva negotiations. Rt. Rev. BH. Burge and Dr Geneey plan sermons at St. Joans Swinley and at 5 pm. The Australian Churches Committee will host talks on the big four talks and international affairs. Local congregations unite in prayers for a successful outcome.

Tenaian Evita Rts Many Ser Mundey Geneva Wisnop Canberra Ind Goulturn BH. Burgene St. Joan's Swinley Geneey Isha Whitlam Thaleman The Presbytery Mather O'Donnell Eotarurmaren Ing. Schon de Green NAH WU Mon Ak Bo Teainfull Pat Bk

Canberra warmer than London and Washington in winter

The Canberra Times discusses Canberra's climate relative to world capitals, noting Australians grow warmer to its winter conditions. It argues that housing must improve to match progress in insulation and heating, and suggests future pleasures lie beyond merely debating Canberra’s cold.

Canberra London Washington Ottawa

Lightning Kills Six More In England

A chaotic lightning storm in England results in six deaths and dozens injured as storms lash towns near Southampton Common and surrounding areas. Reports describe shattered crowds, panicked residents, and a hospital surge as weather-related calamity unfolds amid ongoing heat.

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Canberra Weather Summary Forecast Update

The forecast from the Meteorological Section covers Canberra for today and tonight. It notes a fine day with cold start, gradually mild afternoon temperatures, slight increases in wind, and chances of further showers in northern districts and inland areas. Winds shift from northeast to southwest with light to moderate strength.

Claud Nouthern Ineta Nung Prasia South Raunt Metoarn

Court Reserves Decision In Margins Case MECADURNE

A court dispute over public service leave to appeal involved MECADURNE Erica and the Public Service Board. The Full Bench considered whether the appeal should proceed, with the Prime Minister and government aides noted. The decision to grant or deny leave was reserved, and no immediate appeal was allowed.

Erica Public Service Bord Cuatieau Prarg Tarne Eniet Diage Keymong Kelly Incresans Souter Saat Shel Rametne

Record Profit Reported By B H Proprietary

The Broken Hill Proprietary reports a profit amid trading gains and investments. Net income from trading and other sources totals 178,000 with large figures for investments and plant replacement. Annual rate and uplift inDrydena are noted, with taxation and revaluation adjustments influencing the final tallies.

B.H. Proprietary Sweleul Rene Prtuay Broken Hill Tide Tsaisam

Baptist World Alliance Sunday Celebrates Jubilee Work

The article notes Baptist World Alliance Sunday with sermons at a church in London County. It mentions the alliance formed in London about 80 years ago and its voluntary fellowships. Rev. BP McMaster will preach in the morning on The Price of the Bible In a vital life and worship. Evening services will mark the emergence of the Baptist Church in history.

Baptiat Teadera London Uptia World Aliance McMaster Vs Alliance Shinday Mt iGingston Baptist Church Hustory

Vice-Regal luncheon at Government House draws guests

The Governor-General and Lady yesterday hosted a luncheon at Government House. Guests included Caberrs, Al Walter Campbell, Tady Campbell, and Madame Ramionid, with attendance noted in local society circles.

Wim Government House Caberrs al Walter Campbell Tady Campbell Madame Ramionid

Coroner Objects To Question On Calling Raymond Fitzpatrick

In Sydney the coroner opposed questioning Raymond Hitz patrick at the Bankstown Torch newspaper fire inquiry. The coroner said witnesses would be called only if necessary and warned reporters of removal if they disrupted proceedings. Sources note Ray Fitzpatrick, jailed for contempt, may be summoned, with debate over prior comments and connections to the case surrounding Bankstown officials and witnesses.

Raymond Fitzpatrick Sydney Raymond Hitzpatrick Bankstown Perramatta Brustice Lok Soam Pune Leotfoitor Toy Toren Rutin Anguet Goran Watson Smythe Ray Fitepattick Tay Puigpatrick Saroner Franck Thoma Aveher Cronulla Wen Archer Alan Pinkrick Harde Ban Bankstown Bony Sev Bankstown Counel Joe Wat Ray Trevor Bart Turek

Cost of Living Index Up One Half Per Cent in Quarter

The cost of living index rose across the capital and several states, with Adelaide and Perth reporting modest gains. Food, clothing, and fuel costs increased, while some items showed smaller rises or stability, reflecting broader inflation pressures in the period.

Atx Sequemvey Bydnay Adelaide Howart Comnenyy Mratiaueiin M Carver Vesthria Giienmand Romin AuTiahn Wantern Bydney Herth Atu Carver Eitien

Rainfall Report From Tablelands Weathers Brief

A fragmented record shows rainfall readings from Tablelands areas with multiple place names and numbers. Readings include Canberra and other locations, noting rainfall amounts and dates in a sparse, murky OCR segment.

Damages Claim Over Poplar Planting Across Land

A legal notice states a £10,000 damages claim for poplar planting on adjacent land. The claimant, Johyula Lavell, seeks £110,000 from Hen Tok Mitheis for alleged negligence. Another party Arianna Peter Thasines Puig rok claims damages related to road interference and a London Circuit matter.

Supreme Court Johyula Lavell Otchity Cealenea Mille Street O}connor Hen Tok Mitheis Ern Aindic

Scouts Leave For World Jamboree By Sydney

Friday state governor Mie foun Northcolt thin afternoon for the World Jamboree in Canada. The Scouts are under the charge of International cout Dagmantie Hover for Aumeas. They will represent the Combinnion for Avetrain Ye Jamboree at Nuagrt-on-the lake Cand. Chest at honour will be nity Haden-Powell widow of Lat Viale Powell. Thunder movement Twe AUALYMHIAN CONGIDGENt ty.

Bydney Canada Toe Bidham Nuagrt-on-the Lake Nity Haden-Powell Lat Viale Powell Uy 4 Kooi Movement

LdWTEIN TRAVELS TO UK WITH MYSTERIOUS RETURN

The fragment reports an incomplete tale of a traveler named LdWTEIN journeying from New York to the UK without a ride aboard a French liner Life?e. He survived an event in New York and later commented on his recent marriage to Mrs. Kathleen Garman. Details on salary and former modeling work are unclear.

Ldwtein New York Sie Jacot Boatein Peulp i. Asvived Yoaterny Canourt Liferte Hanes Miwn Mra Kathleen Garman

Church Services Across Canberra and Surrounds Sunday

Readings note a varied program of worship across multiple parishes including Trinity, St John’s, and St Patrick’s with Holy Communion, morning services, and children’s offerings. Roman Catholic Masses and Anglican services feature prominently alongside Methodist and Baptist congregations in Canberra North and Narrabundah, with schedules listing times ranging from early morning prayers to late afternoon devotions.

Warish Paul Holy Communion Pany Nwo Wprpacher The Tees Tae Yarraimanns Healy Narrabundanum Chie Ren's Tarish of Canberra Rey Biekte Bunday Ronin Aed Kengergarten Kvensong Br. Rot Biakteyi Mener B' Connor Buntay Behndl Kindergar Turner Infanta Behoo Masse &T Patrick’ ‘Braddon Therene Gauineway Benedict'y Wimay Curtatophera Pine Wick Pry Westey Christan Workshop Bunday School G. Woeer Pam Bley Ho Wheen Davne Prover Prenoni Amun Morhiond Blowel Matton Chriathen Vanhevan

Meat Market Gazette: Local Butcher Notes Surprise Stock Find

A fragmentary item from a New Orleans style market page reports Bevan’s market after an unusual stock discovery. The note hints at fresh meat deals and a new supplier, pointing to rising prices and community impact.

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