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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1954
Page
2
The 1664 Territory discusses a proposed liquor poll amid debates on removing restrictions. Advisory Council motions for recall and ministerial control flare as discussions reference historical ordinances and postwar recruitment, with a focus on voter input and governance of alcohol sales.
Oil stocks surged as excitement about a fresh wave of exploration spread through brokers. Exmouth and Western Australian fields drew attention with newly announced equipment and corporate activity. Prices for cited companies moved upward with gains noted in Amocialed and other listings.
Canadian timber control official Mr. MacMillan, later shipping chairman, visits Australia to discuss fiber pulp and paper supply. He plans a two day program with Australian foresters to review wartime timber initiatives and future collaboration.
Court orders wage adjustments for tradesmen and others in Queensland. Judge Minevey notes employers showed persistent presentations yet concludes industrial functions require more merit-based adjustments. New rates set include weekly figures around 122 for tradesmen and 18 for certain roles, with overall emphasis on fair margins.
A censored note appears to reference an individual identified as Mrs V and ties to Robakilee Medical and General Masseuse services. Details are unclear due to fragmented text and garbled OCR. The item reads like a brief social or professional notice with potential names and roles but lacks coherent context.
The Queen accepts the role of Patron-in-Chief for the Olympic Games during a Melbourne ceremony. Governor General Sir Willingy Slim announced the move, calling it a gracious gesture. The Organising Committee praised the Queen's support for the games and international athletic efforts.
Excellencies the Governor General and their party, including Field Mur aha, Bir William Jim and Lady Bum, were attended by Ta. R. Broken White, ADS, FLAN, and others. The Canberra house received travelers from Sydney for the event understanding.
Regional forecast covers Canberra and surrounding districts. Expect scattered showers with winds light to moderate from the southeast. Overnight minima around 45 to 48 degrees with cloud and possible rain extending into the morning, then clearing later.
Reports list 42 hour era results from Australia with Crickwall 44 points Goulburn 45 and Canbera 38 among others. Other names include Guemin Yaea Ti Cooma Nimes H Be Rombula Wanton Tudate and Tigety with varied point totals across teams at Hobart Adelaide and Barwin areas.
A Canberra letter writer argues about liquor service hours and church hours, urging public opinion and democratic referendum. He cites alcohol availability, hotel licenses, and social impacts, and references figures from ACT licensing history and local reactions, including responses from Walter Whitsread and comments on government regulation versus elected representation.
Fragmented transcription reports Oppenheimer denying an interview with Argus. The exchange references Melbourne origin and mentions a telephone interview idea. Ambiguous phrases and garbled names obscure clear details about interview timing or purpose.
The report notes that a proposed oil strike by Weat Australiah Petroleum Ly, Ltd could not proceed. Operations continued with the well depth reaching WOOT feet without significant changes in the hand formation. Drill rate remained about foot per hour.
Obituary noting the death of Mr R Corkhill in Sydney after a long life. Details describe his Canberra links, wartime service, and long residence in Australia. Survived by a widow and family, with references to his community roles and local connections near Parliament House.
A fragmented auction notice reports a private sale with a bid of 14 000 pounds for a dwelling in Kingston. The sale offers vacant possession by Woodsend Cunthorpe Ltd and partners, with unclear auctioneer details and dates due to the damaged text.
Frisky Aiy caused major damage at an Australian factory near Boatewunr. A hijack and fire started a blaze in the warehouse, spreading across the site and triggering a costly alarm failure. Fire crews battled the flames as a large area was affected.
Repertory director Sr Anne Airey reports scheduling problems caused by late bookings and extended performance extensions. Budget constraints led to blocked seats and extended runs, with several performances at Bonaventure affected and patrons turned away.
Congregational services held on Spoethbourne Avenue Civic Centre venue with Rev Wécin Uarrian of OLR AA leading in worship. Attendance and sermon details include hymn selections, confessions and intercessions, with notices for Sunday school, choir, and parish events at St Haul Jewtane and surrounding churches.
A garbled OCR passage references various religious orders and events including Salvation Army and Society of Friends. It mentions meetings, a place called West Lair VT, and names such as Quakwras Jiam and Merling for Wary. The text is incomplete and wavering, with many unclear terms and stray letters.
Mr Kent Hughes said yesterday liquor is not the most important problem in Australia today. He indicated he would not deal with the 12 hour hotel trading hours recommendation immediately, noting there is time to review after other pressing questions are settled. The ACT Advisory Council had unanimously recommended hotel trading hours in Canberra for a 12 hour period.
Former Linchnwrdll mayor and six others, including the mayor of Bynney Run and several aldermen, were expelled from the ALP amid a party oversight scandal. The evolving affair involved warnings of internal corruption and a probe into party undertakings with public officials named in the report.
A garbled note reports a misplaced mailbag containing money and letters from a victimary service. It notes four offices in Handwick districts and a person named William Arthur Current related to the handling of the parcel.
Many inquiries precede today outlined sale of leases in Comer post war year. The auction begins 10 am with blocks listed in order. Names of properties include Annie 128, Henaiion 13, Porvoat F141, Red 184, Terwail Yarrwlamie 221. Rentals projected five percent of the value for three years. Bidders must arrange transportation, with sale conducted by Woorgere in Calthorpa St Mul Rk McKillop and co.
During a tumult in the Japanese Diet, police clashed with lawmakers as women attacked the Chair and cabinet members. The riot prompted calls for arrests while police cleared the chamber and dispersed demonstrators amid reported injuries and forced exits.
A garbled cable from the Queen expresses gratitude to the government and people of Australia for messages sent on the anniversary of her coronation. The Governor-General, Sir Witham, received the reply yesterday, conveying appreciation and warm regards.
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