Black Knight Soars 500 Miles From Woomera
Britain's Black Knight rocket launched from Woomera rose to more than 500 miles, surpassing expectations. Minister Hulme announced the flight as the third Woomera launch, with recovery teams tracking the nose cone and instruments inside.
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Car and Truck Collide at City Intersection Last Night
A car and a utility truck collided at the Cooyang Street and North bourne Avenue crossroads shortly after 7 pm. The utility driver Bernhardt Abbitis, 47, of Lewin Street Lyneham and car driver Joseph Gechi of Snowy Mountains Authority Cooma sustained injuries as both vehicles were badly damaged.
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Naas Bridge Plan Referred to National Commission
MP Mr. Jim Fraser informs the Works Department that the Naas River bridge issue has been referred to the National Capital Development Commission. The plan considers a high level timber bridge above flood levels at a site near Oldfield's Crossing to serve eastern riverfront residences and properties.
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Population reaches 176 665 000 in U S on May first
The Census Bureau estimated the U S population at about 176 665 000 on May 1 an increase of 3 077 000 or 1 8 percent over 1958 This brief item notes the new total and its rise.
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Holidays Appeal to Motorists in Canberra
Police and Road Safety Council urged care and courtesy during the holiday weekend. Visitors and interstate drivers should show tolerance. last Queen's Birthday weekend had only one injury. Council leaders stressed responsibility, human error causes most accidents, and modern cars can be driven safely with proper habits.
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Holiday travel runs at full capacity to Sydney and Melbourne
Air and rail services reported all seats booked yesterday to Sydney with Sydney flights by TAA and two special Monday services filled. Ansett-ANA noted full bookings on all Sydney-bound flights, while Canberra station master F H Gilkes said all seats on regular and special trains were taken and expected capacity bookings on returns from Sydney Monday.
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Commonwealth Honours List Includes 170 Australians and 70 New Zealanders
More than 170 Australians and over 70 New Zealanders are named among hundreds in the Commonwealth awards. Notables include New Zealand Prime Minister Walter Nash joining the Companions of Honour. Other honourees span business, government service, science, letters, and the fighting services.
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Frank Clifton Green Receives CBE for Public Service
Frank Clifton Green, M C, former Clerk of the Tasmanian House of Representatives, was awarded the OBE in the Queen’s birthday list for Tasmania. He served in the Crown Law Department from 1909, held multiple clerk roles, and commanded the 40th Battalion ALF in France earning the Military Cross.
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Wool Cheque for Season Seen Near £265 Million
Australia’s wool sales for the season are projected to reach around £265 million in the first 11 months, higher than six months ago estimates. The National Council of Wool-Selling Brokers says another £22 million may be added this month.
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Astronomer to Speak on Photography at Canberra Club
The Canberra Photographic Society hosts Dr. Theodore Dunham from Mt Stromlo Observatory as guest speaker on astronomical photography. The talk on June 16 at 8 p.m. at No Riverside clubrooms will include slides. public welcome.
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Theodore Dunham
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Menzies Hails Geneva Talks As Public Relations Exercise
Australian Prime Minister Menzies praised the Geneva East West talks in London describing them as a marvellous public relations exercise and a step toward making the Iron Curtain more flexible. He urged support for the four power conference and said each day was a gain for peace despite incomplete agreements. He cited impact on uncommitted Southeast Asian nations and the broader Cold War stakes.
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Arrangements For Holidays Canberra Retailers Plan
Canberra retailers outline holiday weekend operations for the Queen's Birthday. Milk deliveries continue. stores open last night and today, closed Monday, reopen Tuesday. Newsagents, chemists, bakers adjust hours with rosters and limited Monday service.
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