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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 17, 1957

Page

6

Australian Delegation Reviews Transpacific Air Route Deal

The Australian delegation led by Director-General D. Anderson discusses Qantas and Baire Airways routes to the U.S. with San Francisco as the U.S. entry point for Sydney origin flights. Pan American is noted as the major U.S. carrier to Australia, with criticism about State Department concessions.

Qantas Baire Airways U.S New York San Francisco Sydney London Civil Aviation D. Anderson Australia American Air Pan American Airways New York World ‘Telegram Sun State Department

Labour to train more atomic scientists in Australia

Sydney reports show Labour conference backing expanded training for physicists and engineers to advance atomic research. The plan calls for government support to fund up to a hundred spots at the University of Sydney and related institutions, seeking a robust civilian science effort amid nuclear debate.

Labour

Motor Racing in Canberra Next Month

Motor racing in Canberra is planned with a focus on midget and junior events. The organizer promises a safe track, spectator amenities, and refreshment facilities for attendees, with details on entry and schedules to be announced.

Canberra

Wife of Prime Minister's Secretary killed in car train crash

Mrs Anne Elizabeth Heseltine, 30, wife of Prime Minister private secretary William Heseltine, was killed when their car collided with a Melbourne-bound train at a Stratford level crossing near Melbourne. Heseltine, 28, was severely injured and taken to Safe Base Hospital. The couple, returning to Canberra after visiting Mrs Heseltine's parents in Malvern, had four years of marriage and no children.

Melbourne Sunaay Menzies Stratford Yeater Anne Elizabeth Heseltine Bedford Street Deakin Canberra William 'Headtine

Fire Spoils Royal Horse Parade at Richmond Show

A chaotic blaze swept Wanstand during the Richmond Royal Horse Show parade. spectators, firemen, and police saw the scene reduced to a shell within an hour as mounted units halted amid ruins and smoke.

Royal Horse Parade Reuter Specta Richmond Royal Horse Show Ira Wanstand Jared

Macmillan letter to Bulganin rejects new security plan

The British prime minister replied from Moscow to Bulganin, criticizing Soviet policy in the Middle East and urging agreed disarmament and international verification. He rejected a collective security treaty based on a divided Germany, called for expanded Anglo Soviet trade, and demanded immediate registration of troops and international observers.

U.K Macmillan Marshal Bulganin Moscow Middle East Russia Britain Lmck Europe Germany Mr. Macmillan

Television signals received at Narrabundah home trial

In a special trial last night a television set at Mr R Blacoe's home 45 Caley Crescent Narrabundah received Clear conditions signals for more than four hours. A Sydney firm representative conducted the survey north of the ACT and believes low one rights out of seven signals could be received on standard sets in Canberra. The reception was free from atmospheric interruptions during the trial.

Narrabundah Ford ATN Sydney R. Blacoe Caley Crescent A.C.T Cane ‘Berra

Near-record Royal Four-ball event at Royal Canberra Golf

The Royal Canberra four-ball event nears record pace as Odgers, McDonald, and Peachey combine for 23 points and a birdie burst. McDonald nets birdies at 10 and 15 while Peachey adds a 12th hole birdie, helping their team to a strong second round surge.

Royal Canberra Tim Odgers McDonald Peachey Poten Odgera Atbre F. Slocum K. Foley Cox J. Sharps P. Moroney J. McGrath T. Sutherand D. Gordon A Meldrum 1. Robinson D. Helms G. Kelly RK Clark Jana A. Cowle

ACT Roads Safety Plea Amid Weekend Accidents

Canberra roads drew appeals for care as the ACT logged six minor crashes with no serious injuries. A collision on London Circuit involved a car from Abden Street and a Commonwealth bus, causing extensive damage. driver Eric Kennedy and passengers sustained injuries.

Canberra Act Toads Hugs Marine Abden Street Ainslie Hnd Commonwealth London Eric Kennedy Ross Street O'Connor

Opposition To Coal Mine Sale Sparks Labor Conference

Sydney Sunday news reports the A.L.P. State Conference demanding the State Government halt selling the three Joint Coal Board mines. Miners' Federation general secretary Neilly argues public ownership proves socialism works. Calwell warns against nationalisation of banks ships and insurance if Labour wins. Kenny cites legal position to justify Labour’s worker refusal to operate mines sold to private interests.

Sydney A.L.P Joint Coal Board Miners’ Federation Coh. Neilly MLC Calwell Labour Counscil J. D. Kenny Mucy

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