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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 09, 1955

Page

2

Moscow Message to Nehru Echoes Amid Street Power Display

In a storm of rhetoric across Moscow streets spanning several miles, Soviet leaders including premier Marshal and Communist Party chief Me Nikita Khrushchev, Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko, and others declared long friendship with India. Khrushchev praised the Boyet Unum theme while signaling stronger bonds between peoples and governments in a ceremonial visit note.

Bavist Marshal Surgen Rave Communist ‘Party Nikita Ki Ar “Ste Nene Epesl Finns Dustani

Canberra Omnibus Service Costs Prompted Estimates Debate

The Parliamentary Joint Committee of Public Accounts reviewed Canberra’s omnibus service finances noting fare rises and subsidy changes since 1966 87. Fares rose modestly while patronage fell from 2015 onward and calls were made to avoid further price increases that would curb travel. Canberra’s per‑capita transport cost compares with Sydney and New South Wales, prompting discussion on subsidy and efficiency without undermining service usage.

TN TR TSE Canberra Sydney Commonwealth Public Accounts Committee Hay Wetview Udoe Tha Smiths Bey

U K Honours List 1985 Awards Many Names and Confusion

The 1985 Birthday Honours announcements list Elizabeth naming about 2,000 recipients across athlete actor and artist rosters. Notable mentions include a sewer worker turned celebrated athlete and a famed British actor, with various Royal honours such as the British Empire Medal and Baronetcies. The report notes controversy and broad inclusion across fields, with details blending individuals and orders amid a chaotic recap of the honours.

U.K London Elizabeth Tod Matt Cresien Four Baronets Brian Aloe Giameon Alfred Auchin Lens Coumeth Henry Moory Aeuntor Compiniona of Honour Sehen Jauno Yorketine Willa Alexpestye Wade Miter Aline al Stuverman Winaton Churonlil Waryd Ckawey Wien Minuero Amd Elton Poutine Site Arthile

Parliament debate on alleged war crimes case amid reform talks

Fragmentary OCR outlines a parliamentary delay over an alleged war crime matter involving named individuals and a revised government action. Details are unclear due to damaged text but political tensions around reforms and oversight are indicated.

Irish Tenor in Canberra Heads for Albert Hall

World famed tenor Pavel Citapan, linked to the AIC, set to perform at the Albert Hall in Canberra with classic Irish songs including Dear Little Shamrock Bally Brannagan and Love as Dearly. Coach Al Steed praised his established voice and international acclaim from London to Dublin and beyond.

Famour Pavel Citapan Phine Will Giao Albert Hall A.I.C Ha Asocate al Steed London Baltton

Extra Rooms For Aisle School

Four towns will be erected at Amnette Behind Bowie. The Tuner Primary School will not be vesily next year. Headmaster Mr W. Davia announced last night at a meeting of the parent entity. He said Operation Bardine had achieved.... Primary enrolment increased by 24 to 503 and infants by 4019?

Secret Russo-Japanese Talks Deferred in London

Reported talks on ending the war were paused for a week as Japan and Russia agreed to delay the next high policy negotiations until June. Officials noted diplomatic quarters shaping a possible Russian surprise move amid public concern.

London Wesnesday Japan Russa Yootering Tileo

Music Examination Success At Ausalie Pupils Pass

A pupil of J Smith in Ausalie named Mutjary FlobioMo and others from Mary diaith'a pupils were among 16 who passed the preliminary grade. The exact results and names were announced on Tuesday.

Ts J. Smith Ausalie Gremi Panerm

Weather summary from regional forecast and readings

Southeast district shows few morning showers then generally fine weather. Expect frost inland and light to moderate winds, with temperatures near midday around high thirties to mid forties and a sunny to partly cloudy afternoon across towns.

Iz Wachow Wai Abinnaum Jn Iit Baan Boriswest Wanpit Pam Faieiuil Sun Tse Timm Canberra Biaien Aurman Eentneating & Ralette Cab Aight Variavie Wands East Winda

Remembrance Drive work to begin on Sunday

A Canberra community drive to beautify Lake George and nearby areas begins Sunday. Volunteers under the Driveway Committee, led by local clubs and associations, will plant trees and prepare sites along the Federal Highway and adjacent avenues as part of a memorial effort for deceased servicemen and women.

Canberra Alialicy Alex Club Te Paitet Ciel Mustants CommMuniat-aee Europe Prude Nave Mwiins John Suilthivel Geng LA Krippner B. O ‘Taylor Peres Apex Club Ahere Iros Pat Ana Gardens Uring Lavset Wren Iuewal Mio Xouret Eomip Feuan Rurhof Lady Gowrie Lake George Nour Bae Way Hederal Unday Statlun Howe Tyens Dotala Runie Tree Vredaurer Hox Bere le Grove Am Danukions Hemembranen Syaney Daiinders Dannvonse Mig Eaceil W. Lavett Dr. Ei P. Pethera

Kinship Drive Aims Across the Australia Canada Link

Aims to promote kinship between Australia and Canada as the Australie Canadian Association forms. Chairman Jamis Doovan says the group seeks greater ties across the Commonwealth, with vice-chairman DANK las Copland outlining efforts to boost contacts at local, state, and national levels. The association receives government backing and parliamentary support.

Wer Wednesuay Jamis Doovan Australie Canadian Association Bellan Duncan Sonerstieg Danklas Copland Australia S. Phbh Commiumoner Canada Donenbaker

Member Heart Attack Shock Hits House Session

A member of the House suffered a heart attack yesterday afternoon and was rushed to Corben toeprcel. The chamber paused as medics treated the injured member for about an hour and the presiding officer adjourned the session to monitor the situation and arrange continued care.

Mr. Grom Medohun Victoria Corben Cameron Fiera Emery Sir Karrie Anyated Cera Lowe Atkin Karaie Oratiaien Wien Crmerin Priteanor Ties Bates Maynen

Fragmented Letter to the Editor on Development Debate

A reader letter discusses a controversial plan, accusing officials and opponents of hidden motives and missteps. It questions timing, feasibility, and local impact, urging reconsideration of the project and accountability from the Minister and development authorities.

Japan Gait Members Vote on Wartime Policy

A fragmented report notes a meeting with GAIT members in Geneva Wyodneray Japan and a possible vote by August on policy measures. The document hints at discussions about Australia France and Britain and potential punitive actions, with a push for a majority of 24 in Jaguar.

Geneva Wyodne Ray Japan Apst Fermi Gt Faplin Jaguar Jon Australia France

Pearl Creek crash kills five on unnamed highway

A plane crash near Edmonton yesterday killed five people aboard an Airways twin engine aircraft. The incident occurred on a rural lane and is the ninth such crash linked to Associated Airways. Investigators are detailing the wreckage and fire damage.

ALON Lake Benn Edmonton Associated “Airways

No Decision Yet On Late Closing

Talks on introducing late closing for an extended period proceed with uncertainty. Officials and representatives discuss potential impacts while awaiting clearer guidance, with no firm timetable set for action.

Canberra Birthday Honours Lost In OCR Maze

An OCR heavy Canberra notice appears to list names and honours but the readable fragments show scattered personal names and council references. It mentions anniversaries and appointments, with unclear roles and uncertain dates, reflecting a garbled public notices page.

Unclear Text Fragment From Sydney Hotel Note

Fragmentary OCR note from Sydney, mentions a hotel and an unspecified event or count. Reader should interpret as an incomplete archival snippet with missing names and dates.

Yale Degrees for Canberra Students

Yale will award forestry degrees to Canberra students Aly and Thomas Jacobs while Kelvin Maul and Victor attend. The ceremony includes Will Haines and other Australians among the graduates.

YALE Canberra York Yale Alvers Aly New Maven Cannes Kelvin Maul St Grath Burity Cheaceah Mantanyis Maeter An Byavady Saint Fylt Walt

Congress Dates Fixed For August RSL

Fragmented report notes August dates for the RSL Congress with references to resolutions and camera records. It mentions political processes, elections, and preparations across multiple regions, including Canberra, with brief allusions to Australian leaders and upcoming events.

RSL Congress

September 1918 Health Debate Delayed Over Vaccination Program

A fragmented report describes parliamentary discussion about vaccination in September, noting concerns over vaccine safety and fears of vaccine-related deaths. It mentions Canada and Australia involvement and a push to resume inoculation despite misgivings about effectiveness and side effects.

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Silent clashes in house reported amid pension dispute

A muddled report describes a tense house clash tied to pensioners requests. Whispers of interference, attempted disruption, and financial pressure surface as lawmakers debate immediate funds and long term capital gains. a majority report hints at limits on capital gains favored by some factions.

Pheevans Mengiva Wattabs Kant “Hyinoy Mir Wayet Moneien Frome London Emma Twantion

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