Submarine threat from Russia grows with fleet reach
June 26 1957 report warns that Russia has built the world’s largest submarine fleet capable of long range missions and bypassing bases. Bases along Albania coast and passages through Gibraltar show expansion. Western defense must adapt as disarmament alone cannot resolve submarine risk to Australia and allied shores.
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Rissit
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Arantie
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Rossi
Lygor
Mediteranean
Albania
Straits of Gibraltar
Atlantic
United Staes
Fenton
New Agreement on Social Services in Australia UK Talks
A reciprocal social services agreement between Australia and the United Kingdom is being drafted after talks in Lyndon. Director General F I Rowe of the Australian Department of Labour Services said the pact may shift toward residence based criteria and cover pensions unemployment sickness and child allowances. Rowe attends international congresses in London and Helsinki on related welfare topics.
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Australia
Lyndon
Ye. P.reuter
United Kingdom
Australan Department of Locks
F 1. Rowe
Hirance
Rowe
Be a Visitor Impresses Canberra Site and Travel Plans
A British European Airways representative, Mr O Shea, praised Canberra's appearance and said the city impressed visitors. He outlined Be a Europe travel via Teleways from Australia, noting access to more than 40 European cities and cost savings versus direct UK routes. He spoke during a Canberra stopover, highlighting London departures and European itinerary options for Australians.
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Party To Visit Warburtons Lacks Permit
PEMTH reports a planned visit by Ryley and three colleagues to Warburton-Rabies natives lacks official permit. The West Australian Mine Ibbey for Native Welfare notes authorities will enforce the law rather than tolerate unauthorized actions. The Government backs health work by Public Health Department staff and forbids the Sydney expedition due to conflicts with state medical officers.
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Warburtons
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Rydney
Dr Hugo Flecker Dies at 72 in Cairns
Brisbane reports the death of Dr Hugo Flecker in Cairns at age 72. Flecker is noted as a distinguished naturalist and pioneer in his field, with a career spanning decades and recognized across Australia.
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Brisbane
Cairns
Hugo Flecker
Parkes Still In Drought's Grip
Parkes remains affected by dry conditions as drought persists across New South Wales. Rain-making tests were discussed with experts while the NSW Department of Agriculture outlined cash priorities for areas in need. Some northern districts reported fine and mild weather with temperatures around 72 to 73 degrees.
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Parkes
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Testa
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Pavia
Artificial Sleep To Prolong Life
London reports Soviet scientists plan human trials to prolong life by inducing artificial sleep. The Daily Express describes experiments on aging dogs, including Mika, a small white terrier, who lived seven years after being put to sleep at age 1.
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Reuter
Daily Express
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Mita
Monihea
Happelly
Dully Express
Hard Times Hit U S Theatre and Broadway Prices Rise
The piece notes high production costs for stage adaptations like Auntie Mame and other revivals driving theater pricing upward. It mentions 160,000 to 200,000 dollar staging bills, Rozald Swansell in a cast, and Broadway and off Broadway pricing varying from orchestra to balcony levels, with August 5 as a key date for Auntie Mame pricing.
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Costa
Lexers
Broadway and World Theatre Notes on 1950s Season Mix
A London Britain and Paris companys shows mix with Off Broadway offerings in a broad cultural pulse. The piece surveys theatre trends from The Old Vic to Irish and French troupes, reflecting suburban sprawl as a social issue and noting major plays and stars shaping postwar stages.
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Britain
Louis Barniult
France
Jonn M. Synge
Sil
Flapeth March
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Paris
Rven & Ton Television
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Vinit DY
Caisenn
Reunification of Germany Article Praised by Canberra Press
The Canberra Times publishes a notable Associated Press write up on German reunification. The paper merits recognition for informing readers about this timely theme despite some criticisable viewpoints.
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Canberra
Parramatta High Students Arrive for Koala Trophy Duel
Fifty three pupils and two teachers from Parramatta High travel by mid-town train to Canberra to contest the Koala trophy against Canberra High School. The two day programme includes a Canberra University College Hall debate, Parliament House inspection, ten afternoon matches, a dancing event at Albert Hall, and basketball and hockey games before the return journey. Canberra High holds the trophy after last year’s visit.
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Canberra High School
X” Sipi
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Pat
Ila Canberra University College Hall
Albert Hall
Parramatta
Canberra High Schnot
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Palematty
Talk On Church Of England In Australia Topic Set
The Canberra and District Historical Society hosts a talk on The establishment and early development of the Anglican Church in Australia tonight at Canberra University College. Rev. ke Border, rector of St. Paul’s Grif Oth, discusses Australia 1788 1850 and his research on the founding of the See of Australia.
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Canberra and District
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