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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 01, 1956

Page

2

No Action By Plumbers On Overtime

A Plumbers and Gasfitters Union meeting failed to reach agreement on overtime for M13 members. The wireline rejected motions to vary or continue overtime. The session elected B Hourigan as president and D Findont as vice president, with R Tryde as secretary and new committee members including M March, H Matefe, A Carnall, S Gint, and O Sondiing.

Union I M13 B. Hourigan D. Findont R. Tryde Aecratiry H. Matefe A. Carnall S. Gint O'Sondiing

Aid Sought To Develop Iron Ore Deposits

The article notes iron ore deposits in Nowa Nowa district known to mining authorities. New tests suggest deposits are more expensive to exploit. Nearby areas yield silver copper and manganese but not in payable quantities. Victorian geology supports coke coal use for steelmaking, with Felmestone and other resources nearby. Local officials and the Employers Federation caution against state timidity in development plans.

Sweyrmsneee Wie Nowa Naws Mavarn Austey Yatfourm Morwell al- Buchan Nowa Nowa Employers Federation My Gil Smouk Rubin Victoria

Family extends thanks for support on March 24

THIANUS Sth and Ms Reg Panera of Boge and Mr Tom Wig gins of Queanbeyan thank all friends who helped in the service for Bewrley Wiggins, Tate, daughter and ie, on Saturday March 24. Personal figures will be showered Individually. Also memories of Peacock brothers referenced with dates in France and Australia.

Thianus Sth Reg Panera Boge Tom Wiggins Queanbeyan Bewrley Wiggins Tate TN Menmorfaw Peacock Bztv A. T. Peacock Raat Mle Bing Northerm France Spt G. Peacock Qanth Agt

Turbulent Massage Advertises Turkish Baths in Kingston

An OCR fragment advertises various massage services at AUAMS BUILDINGS in Kingston. The text lists Turkish baths and masseurs with prices and unclear service names, reflecting a late 19th or early 20th century classifieds tone. The exact company and location are partially obscured.

Will of Rossia Mary Edmunds Probate Public Notice

In the Australian Capital Territory the will of Rossia Mary Edmunds is being probated. The executor John Edmunds may be granted letters of administration after fourteen days from publication. Claims against the estate must be sent to Phippard, Marphilamyse Gibson, Proctors for the Executor, Royal Insurance Building, Northbourne Avenue, City, Canberra, within the period.

Rossia Mary Edmunds Converen John Edmunds Tha Phippard Marphilamyse Gibson Royal Insurance Building Northbourne Avenue City Canberra

Polish Businessman Escapes by Leasing Firm to Communist Authority

A Polish businessman Denzel Gaurowwa siti said upon arrival that he was forced to lease his firm to Communist authorities in Henghal to secure departure from Shanghei. He stated the lease covered his passage to La Cimade where he now lives fatally. He waited two years for exit and could not explain specifics of the regime’s conditions.

Bonswonu Denzel Gaurowwasiti Shanghei Henghal Gaarowalli Awvner la Cimade Gnarawski Grogs Poland Teusine

Election Speech to Be Televised in Brisbane

The Premier Mr Gabry will open his election campaign in South Brisbane tomorrow night. For the first time in Australia the meeting will be televised with four screens around the hall and people in the street will be able to see and hear him.

Brisbane My. Galx Portin Australia Eid Gabry

Parliament Panel Dismisses Oil Drilling Plans Yet Sees Steel Hope

The 8 Parliamentary Committee criticized the Department of National Development for a costly oil drilling project but praised the Bureau of Mineral Resources for modern detection methods. They noted potential in Gippsland and southern New South Wales for a steel industry, stressing need for a port and reduced transport costs to unlock Australia’s vast resources.

Department of Naviotial Development Une W Steel Neesamry Gippsland New Soul Wales Hanshan Bai Roads Sydney New South Wales Nowa Nowa Austraun

Weather summary from Canberra and regional forecast

Unclear weather data shows temperatures around 89.8 degrees and 42.4 minimum, with wind shifts from calm to east and northeast. Forecast calls for fair but cloudy skies in Canberra and widespread rain along the coast, with northeast to northwest winds and mild, light rain expected over the 24 hour period.

S.r Canberra Kalngalt Camerra Fairbairn Soul Table Lands Noast Capital CIV Demergatores RCA Oe Syunayaay Melbourne Brisbane Hobart Agle DeWine

Prime Minister Stratchles Faces Question on Soviet Invites

At City Hall tonight Prime Minister Stratchles answered a question about whether his government would invite Soviet leaders to Australia. He spoke after a 46 minute address supporting State Liberal and Country Party candidates for the forthcoming election. He warned that questions on sensitive matters could arise in Parliament if he remained in the House of Lords.

Bisbanl Stratchles Liberal and Country Party Soviet Union Menges Enn Canberry Peri House of Lords

Russian Unionists Arrival for Turin Meetings

A delegation of Russian trade union officials is expected to arrive by air in Turin. The party includes Tympfey Jeremeyev president of the Transport and Heavy Industry Union, Apatoly Vakulenks Jury Yegorov and an interpreter. They were invited by the BWLU Godlormaxers’ Society Miners’ Federation and the Steam Metal Workers’ Union. They will join a group of Chinese trade unionists to participate in May Day events and online discussions.

Torna Tympfey Jeremeyev Transport and Heavy Industry Union Apatoly Vakulenks Jury Yegorov Miners’ Federation Sree Mutal Workers’ Union Ghineee

Australians in Hong Kong visit aims and scope

An Australian team led by Professor Pitzgerald of the Australian National University will visit Hong Kong by invitation of the Chinese People’s Association for Cultural Relations with Foreign Countries. The party includes university professors artists script writers and authors. The purpose is to promote cultural relations between China and Australia during their stay and on return trip they will visit Perth Hong Kong.

Ups GC. P. Pitzgerild Bar Sastern Wwe Australian National University Oh Ung Way la Cains Munist China Chinese People's Association For Cultural Pitzgérald Australia

Senate Play To Elevate Hoover Backing To President

Former President Hoover urged that a presidential administrative vice president be appointed to assist the administration. The proposal surfaced as the Senate and a committee considered four Democratic and three Republican nominees, shaping a high political confrontation.

Senate Repubey Washington

Electrical Industry Urged To Export

The Australasian electrical industry urged export growth at a convention led by Governor General Sir William Slim. He said the industry is progressive with overseas trade potential and called for training to meet rising demand. Delegates discussed market expansion, military needs, and government support through the Trade Commissioner Service.

Cleeteren Willian Slim William Waa Iveal

Five Deaths Mar Italian Car Race

Five racing cars crashed in the Mille Miglia in Italy yesterday, killing two drivers and three spectators and injuring at least 14 others. The disaster ranks as the worst motor race tragedy since the Le Mans crash last year. Several cars exceeded 100 mph on the roads of northern and central Italy during blustery winds. Traian Ferraris finished fourth, Eugenio Castellotti and Pater Collins tied for fifth, Luigi Musso placed third, and Juan Fangio, Argentine world champion, was fourth.

Italy le Malis Bellatey U.S Norin Central Isly Traian Ferratis Eugenio Castellotti Pater Collins Britain

Fetters killed in rain at Wonsack win Station

Two railway fettlers were killed by a rain at Wonsack win Station a northern suburb today. Victims were Rousa Sims of Northgate and Joseph Brummett, 58, of Kedron. Police say the men stepped onto a deck to pose when struck by a passing train.

Brisbane Wonsackwin Rousa Sims Northgate Joseph Brummett Kedron

Turkish political turmoil and Menderes clash prompts crisis

Turkish opposition accuses Prime Minister Menderes of silencing dissent and undermining freedoms as he defends large development projects in the Seyhan River valley and plans new measures. The debate deepens amid economic strain and a stalling Parliament, with critics urging restraint while supporters praise modernization efforts.

Rebels Die In Algeria in Clashes and Attacks

Reports from Algiers say 82 rebels were killed in clashes across Algeria, with gunfire damaging schools and shops. Two Europeans were wounded when a grenade hit a neighbor’s shop as rebels attacked, while five thousand robbers and police officers dispatched from three ships reinforced French forces in Oran.

Menitiens -Nonmay Sraanity Orcas Algeria le Post Algiers Hesbor Teast

Parliament Schedule Shows Late Afternoon Debates

The House of Representatives will meet at 2 30 p.m and resume debate on the Theoric Tax Assessment Bill after quorum. The Senate will meet at 3 p.m and after quorum will debate a statement by Minister Mr Manaies on the Australian economy.

House of Representatives Quaifiom Senate Quar Ons Manaies

Builders' Union Census on Unemployed Workers

The Building Workers' Industrial Union plans a census of unemployed members at Trades Hall in Yor. Secretary Mr McCauley says he has no count and a special committee will report on unemployment, with discussions on Chinese builders visit and a May 17 meeting to decide union approaches.

Building Workers’ Industrial Union Ga'penteed Ik Mage Yor B.wau FL Ot MerCauley Hs Union McCauley J. McMahon BR mnltingaemTheet Mopkina Doclula Snowy Mountains Authority Fuser Hunion Huestiong Prades Tate

Nehru Revises Indian Socialisation Plan

A 1940s era report outlines Nehru's revision of India's socialisation plan. It details a two category approach with state ownership and government veto in one, and rapid private enterprise in the other, plus government control of essential industries to accelerate industrialisation and economic growth. It mentions distribution of electrical equipment and certain strategic materials under new governance rules.

Truneport Nehru Goeluly Ovalah Eavy Industrien

May Day Calm Effort Spurs Singapore Talks

Acting Chief Minister Chew Wee Kee urged unions to seek a calm May Day amid fears of a repeat Singapore crisis. London talks between UK and Singapore officials entered a crucial phase as Labour demonstrations planned across Takva with 15000 workers showing up. 16 thousand expected in total.

Wen Een Oise Singapore Ince London Re. Chew Swee Kee Mtr David Marshall Linton Tosmpnt Takva Tomarrow Labour Union Fer Daviastnne Armamend Mars Bescowry Takva Soore

Two Killed In Plane Crash Near London Airport

A chartered United Airlines flight carrying 34 aboard crashed near Stansted outside London killing two people including a child. Four survivors were rescued, with 48 passengers and crew initially on board. The crash occurred while en route from Stansted to Malta and Cyprus, triggering a full emergency response.

UALR Nume London Amvine Lye Wil Ide Way Stansted Joi Jon Malta Syprus Amon Mae Scramblad Mt

Marcos Outpoints New Caledonian in Narrow Ring Victory

Marcos outpoints opponent from New Caledonia in a hard fought boxing match at Ike Stadium tonight. Dawes 21 33 and Mayo are noted for punches and persistence though accuracy remains a concern amid the action.

Marcos New Caledonian Sydney Mente Ficardas Galeronia’ Dawes Swiiey Shadum Toudl Han Ike Mayo Nardout Bloeoha

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