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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 06, 1956

Page

2

Deaths and notices from Canberra historic page

Obituary and funeral notices for Edward Joseph Grimes of HT Caysvivayy Cunberti and related family. Details include funeral arrangements from St Christopher's Cathedral Forest hours after prayers, and references to Canberra Cemetery military sections. Also mentions mourners, clergy Reverend Gorsiey, and local services and address changes.

Grimes Edward Joseph Teds Grimes HT Caysvivayy Cunberti St. Christopher's Catheral Forest Fox Tie Canberra Public HE O'Rourke Crawford Strat Queanteysin Pantientary Membord Kingeton-Narpbumiah Bawird Joseph Grimes Canberra Bb. Christopher Pra Calestral Mhulsaiy

Will Notice for Thomas Leslie Sefton Estate in Papua

The will of Thomas Leslie Sefton from Port Moresty Papua is probated after the fourteen day period. Probate granted by the Supreme Court of Papua, with notices served at the offices of PHIPFARD and MACPHILLANTY in Hobart and other listed firms, including Fairview Building, North Adelaide Avenue.

Thomas Leslie Sefton Port Moresty Papua Jnawers Hereon South James Sefton Lenbavo Une Laine Thin Court Temcerapoues Ming Ye Max, Mig Fapron Hobart Porte Darwin

Jervis Bay Should Be Investigated Over Navy College Case

Parliament probes the Jervis Bay Territory matter as critics question the naval college transfer plan. Calls urge Parliament to review whether Commonwealth should retain the territory, with officials blamed for past missteps and a push to hand the land back to New South Wales to reduce costs and improve administration.

Waval College Jervis Bay Tylent Mydim Fraser Turyal Officora Mt Fe Lis Navy Iis Woolstons Naval College Commonwealth Jarvis By Sydney New South Wales Nail Defen Commonwesldt Werilory Ib Jg Jarvis Fay

Minister Revises Licensing Hours Amid Council Debate

Local officials reported council proposals on restaurant and hotel licensing hours, with the minister delaying Sunday and holiday restrictions. He announced a shift to noon to 10 p.m. on certain holidays, while maintaining extended weekday hours and allowing licensed hotels to serve meals until 1 a.m. The minister defended the council’s plan, noting equality of trading hours between licensees and urging acceptance of the council’s amendments.

Rastal Saul Quitaune Quinane Roadwald

Weather and barometer readings with forecast update

The report lists asarometer readings around 20827 inches at 3 paid and 20758 at other times with temperatures around 2 degrees and 45.2 at 3 pm. Maximum gusts near 37 mph are logged with WNW winds, rainfall to 0 am, and a forecast from Fulbaira Meteorological Station predicting cloudy dry conditions with fresh dusty westerly winds. The sun is expected today from 6 am to 1:58 pm.

Pati W.W Danherra Fulbaira

VICE REGAL Mande Morning at Recellency Lay Sim

Yesterday morning at Admiralty House in Sydney the Governor-General received Rear Admiral He A. Showers and hosted by Her Excellency Lady Shim. Delegates to the International Federation of Women's Hockey Associations Conference and visiting international tennis players were entertained.

Sim A. Scaons Sydney Canberra Sip Willi Adhuta Muraing Imia J. R. Preswelt Hive Amlittiratty Houde Laury Slim Admiralty House

Migrant Intake Debated Amid Budget Time Comments

Fragmented speech outlines a push to limit migrant intakes to protect the economy. Government officials discuss immigration policy amid budget talks, aiming to slow arrivals from Southern and Eastern Europe to keep numbers steady.

Cabinet Rejects Demands By Postal Workers

The cabinet rejects postal workers demands after prolonged talks. Public Service officials report potential stoppage, with unions proposing a one hour walkout and a request for $4000 raise amid ongoing wage discussions.

LauNeLesuTis Reget Rao al the Amlon All Asters Purlayaati Davide Swat Hohl Wit Holto

Wright probes Commonwealth fund use in anti Labour party inquiry

In a formal inquiry Senator Wright asked Sir Arthur about a restart of a Commonwealth fund. The discussion covered 117,000 at the disposal of the Anti-Commonist Labour Party and why funds were released after being frozen. Wright promised further information.

Senator Power Lasbour Arthur Padus Baik Span Wright

Anchor Believed Quo Years Own Anchor Believed

Fragmentary text reads like a vintage note on a seaside resort, mentioning Alassii and an Augustan age context. It references Roman influence and a seabed, with garbled phrases suggesting a historical timing around 1,000 years. No clear events or names emerge.

Aenor Leiguniag Alassii

Bus Fare Increases Aimed at Reducing Hardship

The Interior Department official Mr Barronger says fare hikes will be kept low to spare vulnerable riders while preserving service demand. He notes penalties for violators and mentions kids under three years travel free. details of the new scheme remain cautious and contested.

Beniciuol Department of the Interior HL Aearvonger Ativitaly Barronger Aewtion Hesp Auburn Bay Day Way Pevense Deerenact Barrenger Tite Labor WA. McLmion P. Tisy Avery Comet Wits

Export of Manufactures Increasing

The article notes a rising export trend in manufactured goods led by manufacturers councils and group marketing efforts. It highlights overseas market focus, price competition, and broad growth across electrical equipment, pharmaceuticals, tobacco, and chemical products, while signaling ongoing concerns about pricing and logistics.

WANG Counel Moverica Lobacca

Arbitration Sought Over Advisory Council Allowances

Debates on council allowances focus on the 100 pound annual pay and potential increases. Liberal and opposition members clash over whether an arbitrator should assess or set new allowances, amid calls to reflect council workload and status.

Phe Counal Lateeioe Parehall Wwe Kos. Stevenson Day Quinane Huillie Kent Counell Breall

Unclear meeting on expenses and committee appointment

A report notes a discussion about heavy expenses and visits to Jarvis Bay. Byrne mentions appointing three compuior to collect evidence on member costs. The motion passed without dissent amid references to a papal role and attending meetings.

Byrne Canniem Ware Eigyes Jarvis Bay Ure Ely

Evatt Champions Democratic Socialism Policy Stance

Dr Evatt declares support for democratic socialism as the opposition party leader criticizes the Australian Labour Party. He asserts the ALP name remains Labour and contrasts it with other parties while addressing Mr Wilson and Mr Calwell. The discussion touches on party identity and socialist policy direction.

Dr. Evatt Lahawe Dis Byatt Prasad Wilson ALP Ted Labour Ms. Wilson Bender Calwell

Crossing Closures for 48 Bays Under Flood Safeguards

The director of works Mr. J James announced crossings will close this year for flood defense work. Lennox Crossing has been closed for 16 days and Bevis Crossing near Ieen is also blocked as water repairs and recon striation proceed.

Bevis Aloodwaters Ay Wastes J. James Lennox Avenue

Unclear text reports at Sudacy farm action and court review

Fragmentary OCR describes a meeting about enforcement and possible action by the Attorney General and Interior Department. It cites a licensed action and notes comments by a jail or venue official. A protest or event involving a jester or lounge occurs in the early hours, with references to a hotel and party meeting.

Agiark Muisapees Buller Ain Eemmel Maesd Quin Jie Hail Ue Paryat Hay Willy Gantral Fra Nolictars Lube Cannen Sls Brad Jinalte-Re Specter Mienetst

Parliament Proceedings Delay Naval College Transfer

The House of Representatives met at 2 30 pm yesterday and, after questions, debated and adjourned a motion on transferring the Royal Australian Naval College to Jervis Bay. The Senate met at 3 pm and debated the Ald Roads State Grants bill after questions, to be debated again at 3 pm today.

House of Representatives Westerday Royal Australian Naval College Jervis Bay Senate

East Row And Mort Street Widening Debate

Local officials discuss widening East Row and Mort Street urging speed in development. Works Director comments and department officials weigh costs and timing while investors note possible routes and public benefit.

East Row Mort Street

Beale Challenged Over Tariff Barriers Debate

The debate centers on Mr Beale and remarks in Cane Horn Letter by Mr Anderson regarding arbitration and tariff barriers affecting Australian industry. Report notes rising protests and industry concerns about tariffs and manufacturing competition while highlighting Mr Beale’s stance and ongoing discussions.

Anderson Anderson Onli Australia Teval Abit

Letters To The Editor on Milk Supply and Wages

A reader letter to the editor discusses the milk supply inquiry in Gan serra and references a report claiming a decrease in the milk price. The writer questions the recommendation and asks why the minister acted, noting majority opinion favors action and expressing concern over per-branch wage impacts.

Gan Serra Boris Wage Guy Nnnuin Canberra The Inniser

Willoughby critique of atomic weapons debate in Canberra

George Baker of Canberra challenges Ezra Jom Buttons and Mrs Burton in a densely written critique of nuclear arms policy. He defends testing and deterrence while arguing Soviet refusal of inspections undermines disarmament. Baker cites Eden Steer Churchill and Roosevelt, asserting Allies relied on a nuclear arsenal in World War II.

sir—Ezra Jom Button Ogre Winich Burton Iter United States Britain Anthony Eden John Steer Winston Civurs Bork UW Escate Theodore Silus Wilson Versailles Pressaett Roosavelt Teheran Yalta

Collision at intersection causes minor injuries to drivers

In a two vehicle collision at an Austin Wenlie intersection, driver Barbara Helen Calor and Arthur Kels sustained minor head injuries. The other driver James Jones of Campbell Street was in a vehicle described as lengthy, with utility equipment noted nearby.

Tamseed Barbara Helen Calor Arthor Kels Roberty Mayntes Aanstin Wenlie Gurralg James Jones Campbel Street Ainsiia

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