Britain weighs Suez plan as government considers tolls to Egypt
London sources say the UK government may cancel its advisory stance on the Suez Canal and back Egypt's plan to run the waterway through an Egyptian authority. A Cabinet session and a Suez Canal Users' Association meeting in London are expected as Parliament reassembles. Britain risks a political climbdown if it accepts tolls paid directly to Egypt, amid signs of cross-party support for showing firmness.
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Discussions On Traffic Lights In Canberra
The ACT Road Safety Council weighs reducing traffic lights at key intersections amid rising peak traffic on Canberra roads. Walworth Avenue Giles Street Burns Memorial Emer Mort and Alinga Streets are cited for possible light cuts. Secretary J. C. Dovey says removal could cost about 8 000 pounds and timing depends on broader factors. The council will revisit traffic light plans at the next meeting.
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Sudden Death of Well-known Queanbeyan Man
Sidney David Cleary a 64 year old resident of The Crescent Queanbeyan collapsed at home and died of a heart attack. Survived by his widow and daughter Mrs Meee mae Cheltenham England. He came to Australia at 21, worked on Lanyon Station then drove one of Barton’s Reo buses on the Queanbeyan Canberra route before turning to carpentry and contracting until his death.
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Hungary Accused Of Postal Breach In U N Briefs
United States accuses Hungary of violating the Universal Postal Union by delivering letters with Radio Free Europe stamps. The U.S. rejected Hungarian claims that using the stamps breached postal rules. Dag Hammarskjold meets the Pope in Rome during UN talks. Princess Margaret may attend Malaya independence celebrations. Stuart Highway extended 190 miles toward the South Australian border, completion targeted August. Sir Anthony Eden convalesces in Boston after gall bladder surgery. Senator Joseph McCarthy hospitalized with acute inflammation of the liver.
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Casey Opens Conference On Aid To Island Peoples
Mr Casey outlined the commission's aim to aid island peoples, stressing a friendly partnership and future development. Canberra hosted the six nation review conference with Australia covering about 30 percent of annual costs and no change in workload. Leaders of Australia New Zealand and France were elected to top roles as honorary chair and vice chairs.
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Fire Causes £47,800 Damage at U.S. Base in Antarctica
A blaze at the largest U.S. base in Antarctica burned for four and a half hours on Sunday, causing about £47,800 in damages. No seriously injured among the crew, with the cause still under investigation as of today.
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N S W To Control Fire Brigade
NSW to control fire brigade faced details on al leg and conditions of mac ret as affected by 5 or would receive careful and sympathetic consideration. Firemen under NSW terms may move to alternative accommodation while retaining positions. NSW wages for firemen were higher than ACT rates and would rise from 18 to 2 pounds. Some fear seniority and retirement implications with NSW retiring age at 60 and uncertainty over Canberra service years.
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Goulburn Synod Backs Draft Constitution For Australia
Canon Garnsey urged assent to a Draft Constitution at Goulburn Cathedral Hall before 200 synodsmen, arguing for a national church free from Mother Church bonds and a new daily worship book. The gathering discussed governance, autonomy, and the Queen’s role, with the path to national church status tied to two more diocesan votes.
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Ghana Could Aid Canberra In Self Government Talks
Mr Fraser suggested Ghana might assist Canberra on self government. The Minister for Interior Mr Fairhall said no delegation would be sent but he would take the first step of consulting natives on the matter.
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Penny Stamps Fetch High Sums at London Auction
A block of four 1840 penny black stamps sold for £100 and a sheet of 240 stamps printed in 1855 brought £525 at a London stamp auction yesterday. The sale highlights strong interest in classic British issues with collectors bidding vigorously.
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Canberra Technical Prizes Night at Albert Hall
The annual prizes for Canberra Technical College will be presented at Albert Hall tonight. Minister for Tone Fairhall will present the dux and special prizes. J F Sharp will hand the tradesmen certificates while A K Wylie will present trade prizes. Non-trade awards come from A Wallace of the Canberra Chamber of Commerce. E A Dickson will speak after the principal H Corker’s annual report, followed by a dance.
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