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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 02, 1968
Page
8
A fragmentary letter laments ill judged humor in a previous April 27 piece about carillons. It muses on the future soundscape of Lake Burley Griffin as the instrument’s tones travel from Aspen Island, imagining the strains reaching listeners on the shore.
Letters recall a university scene where a tower recital and carillon at the Great Hall stirred students. The piece evokes the Loyal Anthem, two stern professors, and the memory of St Edward and memorial hymns by Prof Todd, tied to the 1914 18 holocaust and alma mater. Verdant verses and a tribute from Verity Fitzhardinge of Queanbeyan accompany the reflection.
Australian parliamentary debate exposes budget strains as RSL and other parties urge the Federal Treasurer to raise war service and bank loan limits to at least 804. The discussion notes that by April end, many individuals face second mortgages and unsustainable debt, with citizens unable to bear the load, Ringwood’s E Jackson reports.
Letter writers argue over referendum timing and the Advisory Council's authority. One correspondent notes a prior vote and questions current administration plans while defending the council's role and urging restraint in expanding its scope.
A letter responding to O. Cordell argues tolerance at intersections, noting many drivers neglect give way and urging patience over right of way. The writer cites experiences from Burke Crescent to Mildura Street, urges smoother handling and warns against crashes.
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