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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 05, 1955

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Planners Reject SEATO Army in Defence Scheme

An eight nation conference of military planners at Bangkok on Thursday debated a SEATO army concept. Delegates favored a highly mobile force supported mainly by the United States Britain and France with offices in key cities. Recommendations to be presented for consideration at the Bangkok conference next tenth.

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Race for Use of Nuclear Energy With Transport

John Hopkind, president of Rail Dynamic Corporation, argued that atomic power could advance transport. He said a ten day program would test continued superiority, envisioning rail engines aircraft and ships powered by atomic energy. He warned Europe’s rail and air networks might shift if atomic power proved reliable.

Abhington Wednesty John Hopkind Ral Dynamid Corporation My. Mopkina York London

Ceylon names successor to Mr J A Martensz

The minister announced the appointment of Mr HK Gunnarkern High of Passioner as Ceylon ambassador in Austin, succeeding Mr Aubrey Mutse. Mr Gunnarkern joins the Diplomatic Corps, replacing moments from prior service. Mahinda Caliex and others paid tribute to Mr Martense for his service.

Ceylon J. A. Martensz Katerna HK Gunnarkern Austin Aubrey Gunagekeyin Caney Murtensé

Defers Canberra Headquarters for Commonwealth Work

Senator Cooper stated the Australian Broadcasting Commission defers the Canberra headquarters project. The commission will seek a more suitable rented site and complete the move when circumstances permit, prioritizing urgent Commonwealth work.

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Prosecutions For Obscene Libels In London

A report from London notes prosecutions for obscene libels with 14 offenders found guilty. Sentences ranged from three to 45 months. The actions affected thousands of books, photographs, posters, and miscellaneous items across numerous cases.

London Henecane Tibeln Linyd George Nan Articion

Rebels retreat as Saigon fronts falter amid upheaval

Reports claim government forces under Premier Diem pushed toward Saigon, claiming gains around Vien’s and Diem’s HQs as rebel factions led by Binh Xuyen falter. A provisional death toll cites around 2,009 soldiers hiding south of Saigon with fighting easing though danger of extremist control looms in the junta. The prime minister’s death toll and a state funeral for Trinh Minh The, posthumous generals, and a reshaping of leadership underline a volatile political crisis.

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West Germany to re arm with airborne brigades and new defense force

West Germany plans three airborne brigades and one mountain unit as part of a major rearmament. The air force will number about 80 000 with 20 divisions and 90 000 in the territorial army, while a Western Allied proclamation tomorrow ends the allied occupation. The move includes a Franco British coordination on a Saar Basin accord and a new autonomous defense structure with extensive volunteer forces and recruitment machinery.

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Austrian Talks Slow Down On Military Terms

Delegates to the Big Four discuss the draft treaty shaping Austrian sovereignty. Unclear on how their armed forces will be limited, Vienna seeks relaxations while the United States backs some changes.

Rural Area AGT Report Sums Losses In Fatal Incident

A garbled report from the Department of Agriculture notes a fatal incident linked to a rural area. The text references a death, a secton of the department, and mentions a summer month with unclear details. The piece preserves named entities and several strong terms despite the damaged text.

Lodge urges veto stay in UN Security Council admission

Henry Cabot Lodge, US envoy to the United Nations, tells the Senate Foreign Relations Sub-Committee that the veto right should be retained on admission questions while proposing a general study of the United Nations. He criticizes the idea of abolishing the veto and calls for a conference to review the UN Charter when the General Assembly considers it later this year.

Ington Security Council Henry Canat Lodge United Malioma Geoate Bir Uae Lodge Japan iElaenhower Ganérat Assembly

British Party To Visit Russian Church

A British delegation from a Christian Atlantic group plans a visit to a Russian church. They will meet with Russian Orthodox and Baptist leaders and discuss interfaith cooperation. The group is led by Rev Klang Stewart and includes Lady Juliet and Canon LJ, among others.

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House Upholds Speaker In Uproar Prelude

A chaotic parliamentary session features Speaker support as Ward is accused of obstruction and Cameron presses for action. Ward defends conduct amid claims of procedural tampering. Yeeds and party tensions flare during the debate on the chair’s authority and the sitting's order.

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Australia Near Polio Vaccine Availability In Salk Push

Reports from Commonwealth Serum Laboratories indicate six buildings suitable for polio vaccine production, with local supplies expected for about three months. Australian officials, including Sir Earle Stemarke, discuss production steps as U.S. and international efforts reach faster timelines amid earlier inoculations and concerns over Cutter Laboratory outcomes.

Australia Commonwealth Serum Laboratories Reece Brant Sir Earle Ameri Boris Pome

British Council Plans Visits By Authorities

The British Council intends to arrange visits by authorities to Australia this year. Council liaison Oscar Burridge stated no such plans exist for a joint English language exchange or commercial ventures. The Canberra director noted no movements for Sir Rainn and Lady Riehneitzen or other figures on the schedule.

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