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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 27, 1955

Page

2

National transport costs and delays highlighted at Brisbane meeting

A Brisbane conference at the national transport meeting discusses Australia’s transport spend in 1934 41 508 000 and the need for broader funding. Speakers call for a national approach to roads railways ships and aviation with emphasis on higher standards and unified gauges and a Commonwealth transport conference to align priorities.

Uue AE & Time Mveh Ue Radon Oomta Brisbane Boele Governmenta Brians

Hotel for Kosciuszko Too Costly

The Premier Cybill and Minister for Landa discuss hotel plans at Koselaako, noting high building and running costs. They fear tariffs and limited capacity would hinder profitability and no suitable hotel venture seems likely.

Ernment & Modern Glume Hotel Koselaako Cybill Aid Atv Cahill Sud Landa Ares Thb proBlutie Elligen Cahill Une Adonar Keoncluakie

Wonemals Goggin Funeral Notice Declares Attendees

In memoriam for the late Michail Williams Degem of Boldrewood Street Turner the family requests attendance at a funeral from Cardston to the Casberr Cemetery. The notice names director Gia Crowtoedsi and lists contact details for the funeral office.

Goggin Michail Williams Funeest Casberry Cemetery Onouree

Perth Contractor Remanded On Murder Charge

A Perth contractor, identified as Patrick Michael O'Bullivan, was remanded in Mildura County Court on a murder charge. The case relates to the death of Margaret Loyola Herbert, found in a car at a Trymple service station last Friday. O'Bullivan appeared with shoulders forward as prosecutors outlined the charge and custody.

Mucin Nemo Ak Yearold Perth Patrick Michael Q'Bullivar Nthe Mildura Couoday Jane

Changed Fleet Predicted London Meeting New War Face

Fragmented OCR text cites Admiral Mountbatten speaking at Reyes Davy College about future fleet changes. The report hints at naval power shifts, new long range submarines, radar, and missile warfare concepts for Britain’s defense strategy.

London Eur Mountbatten Beilala Endais Reyes Davy College Trertmouth Yeutentay Wngle

Funeral for Albert Edward Jackson Draws Many Anzacs

The Canberra church service honored Albert Edward Jackson with many ex servicemen and officials present. A cortege to Canberra Cemetery followed the service as wreaths were laid and the Soldier's Tribute was delivered by ACT branch figures.

Anders Anetica Albert Bastard Jackson Bt Pants Wea Orne Rom Border Albert Edward Jackson Cnesatian East Waterling Ellinen

Weather Summary From Canberra and Surrounding Areas

Regional forecast notes varying winds from northwest to southwest. Temperatures reach highs near 34 degrees in Canberra with cooler values in surrounding capitals and occasional cloudiness.

Brahmaputra Flood Hits Dibrugarh Town in Assam

Unclear reports describe the Brahmaputra swelling and flooding Dibrugarh in Assam. Conflicting details note an evacuation of residents and submerged areas along the river, with injuries and unconfirmed claims about the extent of damage.

Brahmaputra Dibrugarh Asana India Assam

Greece Reopens Cyprus Issue at United Nations

The anonymous report notes Greece urging self determination for Cyprus at the UN. A London meeting among Britain Greece and Turkey is planned for August 3 8 to discuss Cyprus and Mediterranean defense. The piece links the London talks with a UN appeal for Cyprus self determination and seeks parallel approaches.

Greece Cyprus United Nations Britain Turkey London Asidia U.N

Youth wages debate highlighted in survey testimony

A witness told the Secondary Education Survey Committee that many youths receive higher wages than they deserve, citing skilled worker data. The survey indicated industries tested showed adults earning more or extra pay, while some youths received limited hours or lower wages.

Sydney Tuesda Avention R. J. Hausey Ula el Industries

£185 000 For Hotel at Tom Sere

Auction sale of the See anne Hotel at Tom Ugly's in Sydney fetched 185000 pounds for a cenned freehold. The mill sold at auction for 18800 to Teak Inventmente, with plans to extend the site by adding a beer garden.

Tom Sere Sydney

Huge Rubber Fire Destroys Singapore Storage Value

A large blaze at Singapore Harbour warehouse destroyed about 300 tons of rubber worth over a million dollars, with officials stating the loss near 200,000 in Australian currency. Police probe the cause, ruling out motive. fire raged about half an hour into night.

Singapore Marvour Pokesman Atore Amon

Canadian Reactor Breaks Down in Ottawa

Ottawa reports the Ontario Atomic Energy plant halted operations following an automatic shutdown after a power surge. Company president W Bennett notes repairs are expected to take several weeks, comparing the incident to a 1982 breakdown.

Ottawa Canada St Cai Tver Ontario Wd. Bennett Alomne Knerey Canada Limited Nat Ramdoy Bleaelt Rene Iue Berth EnInough ATLA

Big Evatt Rally Before Special A L P Conference

A rally before the Australian Labour Party special conference at Sydney Town Hall on August 7 features speakers including Daugherty and Mrs Wand. The event, six weeks ahead of the conference, aims to unite Labor and rail unions and outlines a plan for the upcoming meeting.

A.L.P Mrunvicy Ruensay Prockyatt Nujpamay Huwha Emily Sydney Town Hall Betary Batt Ihener Finas Daugherty Wand Robe Cormright Vam Labour Parlament Feder Srebete

Kennel Association Disqualifies Former President

The Kennel Association ousted its former president Aye sumgumysvemsson and longtime committee member A Westrott after a special meeting. The report alleges registration irregularities and deceptive practices aligning another breeder’s name with the registrant, with appeals reportedly discouraged.

Kennel Association Aye Sumgumysvemsson Weateatt Wr Aid Nitiar Kenan Ini

Ship's vain dash to save woman in heavy mist

A Dutch freighter attempted a rescue to save Mrs Jaton Arata, 28, who was dying en route to Mek jaune after her husband, in Sourubaye, disappeared before the ship berthed. The voyage faced a heavy mist hindering efforts.

Risbane Tuerdi Huriak Jaton Arata Averin Jaune Abo Ea Colombe Pinn Sourubaye L. Redamaler Haan

Johnston Knee Surgery Report From Melbourne

A Melbourne report states Johnston underwent two cartilage removals from the knee after an injury during a beet harvest task. The hospital notes his condition as quite well with a steady recovery and improved mobility as he begins rehabilitation.

Johnston Melbourne Powler Bill Jonastan Isler

Melbourne students plan protest over higher fees

Melbourne University students agreed to hold demonstrations on Parliament House grounds to oppose a fee rise. More than 400 students attended a general meeting of the Student Representative Council and urged action to pressure government policy, aiming to disrupt university routines next year.

Mova Melbourne University Oday Thursdey Duyeuit Parliamant Rouse Urpanise Begim Rugentt Peat Ve Youre Prallement Hs Fdents Atudante Alve Sultie Asi Ines

Dissatisfaction Over Perth Building Site Allocations

Residents protest the method used to allocate Perth building sites as ministers face calls for reform. The discussion centers on auctioning sites and market value concerns amid delays and potential corruption fears.

Perth

British Report Of Planet Rocket For Woomera Trial

A fragmentary report discusses a planned rocket project for Woomera with aviation terms and mentions investigation into experimental mechanical aspects. It notes recruitment and testing, referencing a daily outlet and ongoing technical details.

Planet Rocket Woomera

Nationalists Free Red Tanker Crew in Repatriation

A Red tanker crew of 640 tons aboard the vessel Ravidt were released and returned to their homeland after being treated by authorities. The repatriation was arranged by the French Canal General and local authorities in Taipei, with the crew set to be moved to a railway station for transport.

Deeniyening Ravidt Tuapre Twipa Cara Wi Boviet Rewis Canton Honukoon Taipei Aroa

Youth Dies From Heater Fumes in Sydney

A youth is found dead in Sydney from fumes emitted by a heater. Police report the incident as accidental and under investigation with no immediate signs of foul play. The deceased is identified as a local resident, with details pending formal confirmation.

Sydney Syed Ehamantel Bathlisnin Tyre Nrg Alvgiralia

Orchestra Society Pleased With Steady Progress

The orchestra society reports steady progress with new instruments and equipment funded by donations. A Canberra presentation and election of officers set plans for junior ensembles and more players. Strane leads a new committee as they prepare for concerts across venues.

Orchestra Society CX Jamrory Junior Arehaule Jonni Wee Ty Ellie Noten Queanbeysin Sander Canberra Auwatratina Orehestealpurehians Cines Haslat Orehetteal Alan P Strange Wits Bir Mabert Perkins Mist N. Sweet K. J. Meterspany Mew Truntena Mongne Paley i Strange Mestre M. Firm Fir Marianne CoDe Miter B. Dalland Memka Marshall Jeuger

Prisoners Return Sparks Arrest Watch

Three U S prisoners who allegedly came back from a war era detention face arrest. The report notes uncertainty over their status after a detention program and mentions American treatment debates tied to hostilities in Korea and a request to depart for the President Cleveland.

U.S

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