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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 04, 1955
Page
2
An opinion piece denounces disintegrating Labour Party fights and negative tactics in Commonwealth Parliament. It warns that such conduct undermines the Opposition and harms government, urging accountability including possible Speaker measures and public censure of offenders.
Opposition leader Dr Eva tt said he would press in the House to test the ruling on Speaker's conduct as the debate on foreign policy and government speakers unfolded. He alleged bias with three government speakers in succession and claimed disorder followed when the opposition walked out.
Deputy Labour Party figure Keon condemned Dr Evatt for opposing Australian troops in Malaya. He argued Australia must assist allies and defend South East Asia, insisting statements by Opposition speakers echo Communist propaganda and risk selling out to Communists. The exchange occurred during the foreign affairs discussion in Parliament.
The Earl Gowrie, long serving Governor-General of the Commonwealth, dies aged near 72. His career spanned Australia and Britain with posts as Governor of South Australia 1928 1934 and Governor of New South Wales 1935 37, plus military service in Egypt Gallipoli and France. Lady Gowrie prominent in Canberra civic life. Their son Major Patrick Hore Ruthven was killed in North Africa.
The extension of income tax payment due by May 31 1955 for New South Wales flood victims will run to May 31 1955. The Federal Treasurer Sir Arthur Fadden said assessments stalled by floods would restart but no payment earlier than June 1955. Taxpayers unable to meet full liabilities should consult the Commissioner of Taxation for NSW. Taxation officers will visit flood districts to assist with stock losses destruction of property insurance recoveries and records.
A fierce electrical storm hits Melbourne this afternoon disrupting transport and power. Trams and trains fail, dozens of suburbs blacked out, workers stranded in heavy rain. Four major hospitals go offline for about half an hour. One man in Richmond was struck by lightning and left unconscious.
Weather notes from Canberra detail barometer readings at 1 pm and 6 pm, temperatures ranging from 59.8 to 62.0, and a 24 hour maximum 67.2 with a minimum around 51. Regional forecast calls for showers developing into rain and a southerly wind shift. Tableland rainfall lists including Bungendore, Cooma, Nimmitabel, Bombala, Delegate, Kiandra, Jindabyne, and others with 4 hour totals. Capital city temperatures list Canberra 64 56, Sydney 13 Él, Melbourne 63 53, Brisbane Tt 59, Adelaide m 52, Hobart . 46, Perth 470 .52, Darwin B24.
New York news reports the 1955 Pulitzer Prizes announced by Columbia University President Dr Grayson Kirk. William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams each win second Pulitzer Prizes in fiction and drama respectively, with Colan Carlo Menotti and Daniel Fitzpatrick also cited for repeat awards. An international reporting prize goes to Huertson Salisbury of The New York Times for Russia coverage and Anthony Lewin of the Washington Daily News earns a prize for national reporting.
In London Tuesday British parents whose sons died in the forces gain larger pensions. Pensions Minister Mr Oshert Peake announced the move as an electioneering issue noted by Opposition benches. Deputy Labour Leader Mr Morrison questioned the timing amid a general election threat. The Labour Party aims to win Liberal voters as Liberals plan to contest about 100 of the 6 constituencies.
Geneva reports the Intergovernmental Committee for European Migration expects its Australia program to be the largest yet. Deputy Director M. Pierre Jacobson notes first quarter 1955 moves total 17 759 as European migrants shift, with Australia likely to rise as U S Refugee Relief Act delays ease.
NEW DELHI Tuesday the Council unanimously passed a measure to treat any person as untouchable. The bill, sent to the President for assent, aligns with the 1950 Constitution outlawing untouchability. About 50 million people are affected by the term once used.
The Minister in charge in the House Sir Eric Harrison said at a press conference he had never seen such a disgraceful exhibition in 24 years of parliamentary life. He cited unprecedented incidents leading to the Speaker leaving the chair and urged action while noting demonstrations by the opposition. He believes the Speaker will examine precedents and use any power to protect Parliament and the democratic system.
The Leader Joshua the Deputy Leader Keon and ALP members took over a suite of rooms at Parliament House that had been occupied by Deputy Leader of the Opposition Calwell. The move followed a House decision last week supporting the Speaker Cameron allocating Calwell's suite to the Anti Communist group.
The House agreed to refer to the Parliamentary Privileges Committee an article in Bankstown Newspaper. Mr Morgan alleged the piece attacked his integrity as a member of the House and said it was a brazen attempt to intimidate him. Dr Evatt supported Morgan’s motion.
Four State Labour Premiers declined Evatt Cain invitation to a campaign meeting in Melbourne. F McManus says Evatt Cain group struggles to mobilize support from other states while Communists plaster suburbs with posters urging defeat of Coleman Barry and support for Cain Labour.
The induction of Rev E G Buckle as rector of the new Canberra North parish takes place at All Saints Church tonight. Bishop F E Burgmann of Canberra and Goulburn leads the ceremony assisted by Archdeacon R G Arthur. Viallers hail from many parts of the diocese as the parish proclamation occurs during the service.
The Governor-General His Excellency Field Marshal Sir William Slim received Air Vice-Marshal W H Merton yesterday afternoon at Government House Canberra in a formal audience marking a routine official visit.
The late Lord Gowrie was praised in Parliament as a model Governor General and leader. The Prime Minister and Dr Evatt lauded his human understanding and long association with Australia. His death was called a profound loss to the country.
At Albert Hall last night 35 applicants were naturalised in Canberra the largest ceremony to date. The group included Latvians Hungarians Ukrainians Dutch Lithuanians Bulgarians and a stateless migrant with eight marriages. Sen A Rankin and Mr J R Fraser spoke urging new Australians to balance old country ties with embracing Australian laws and customs.
In Vienna a first meeting of the Big Four with Austrian Foreign Minister Dr Leopold Figl yielded cautious optimism. Russian officials voiced confidence after settling key treaty details to end occupation. Western diplomats called the atmosphere businesslike and encouraging as talks continued.
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