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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 10, 1955
Page
2
The friends of the late George Vania Prench are invited to attend his funeral, which will leave the Parish Church at 8 1 today, Tuesday, for a service at 12 noon at the Fetiutied Servicemett Portal and Canberra Cemetery. Address: 114 Crawford Bt, Quiamtibey.
Members of the ACT Branch French attend the funeral of George Lous Wyen aged years. The ceremony is followed by a service at Portan commemorating the late figure. Relatives include mother and in law Renee and nephews Hert and Brina.
A&C. McKay, a veterinary surgeon and physician, is highlighted as a notable figure in the community. The notice underscores his dual medical roles and ongoing service to local residents.
Fragmentary forecast notes for Canberra region with garbled data. Mentions maximum and minimum ranges, wind and temperature terms, and references to meteorological authorities. Missing clear dates, figures, and structured details.
Fowls were stolen at a local poultry show. The report notes suspicion toward individuals connected to Warren af Muray and the secretary Mr MH Tallon regarding the theft and prize handling after the event.
A historical notice describes upcoming changes to income tax forms with notes on color variations and design shifts for the next year. It mentions green and brown hues and references a taxation department update. The fragmentary text emphasizes form redesign and broader standardization.
The Advicary Council recommends a unified Territory administration with staged municipal controls for public utilities. It argues a clear division of Commonwealth and Territory functions is unlikely, urging gradual local governance steps while awaiting final ministerial report.
A Canberra report reviews twenty years of Mothercraft Society activity. It covers Foundation Day reestablishment, grant details for the first two years, the Centre in Kingston and October meetings. It notes community health roles, ante-natal care, libraries, and clinic outreach across Canberra and suburbs.
Slippery floors at Paint May Care Hospital prompted a safety inquiry after a private finance firm quoted a plan to coat surfaces with rubberized paint and heavy anti skid layers. The committee plans to proceed with counter and storage arrangements while officials review the proposal.
A damaged report notes no provision for the Pt Hut Bridge project. It mentions May announcements by Minister for the Interior Kent Hughes regarding imminent work and tender issues. The piece references the Department of Works and pending projects prioritizing higher-priority items.
The council discussed long running reviews of ordinances including taxation and public works. Key items include a Miscellaneous Revisions Ordinance and proposed changes to Coroner’s Ordinance 102 with safeguards and inquest provisions.
A fragmented report notes a pre council charity drive meeting where Union Inter organization membership is discussed. Alevenson questions Inter organization links and complaints arise about selling charity buttons at sites.
The senate will convene at 3 pm to discuss foreign affairs and continue with union-related business following a pause for rests.
The article reports a £96 million balance of payments deficit amid deteriorating financial conditions in the first half of the current_grascal year. It notes Australia’s deficit shrinking to about $31 million, with weaker exports and larger imports. The acting Commonwealth Minister, Mr Carver, is cited discussing currency values and the broader economic decline.
Parliamentary subcommittee reviewed long term ideas for Canberra Hospital expansion. Proposals include a new nursing unit and laundry, kitchen facilities, and patient housing with planning to present firm details next month. Population growth and future demand drive the project timeline.
A lengthy report details the ACT Legislative Council's draft framework for a new lawmaking body. It outlines five principles, a separation from federal control, and the creation of an advisory council to draft ordinances with parliamentary oversight.
The State Government plans to spend about £48,000 to £20,000 on improving a road linking the southern region to Cooma. Transport officials discuss allocations and timelines aiming to advance the project within the next twelve months.
The governor of Queensland and officials travel to Sydney for a ceremony and to Canberra for talks. The entourage includes prominent figures and a referenced parliamentary event noted as taking place yesterday.
A reader discusses bomb protection for Canberra and Canberra’s protection measures. The letter notes public concern, calls for protective facilities and safe refuge in the capital, and references an advisory council meeting and civic discussion.
The association notes a seven week interruption in indoor playing due to lack of winter facilities. Outdoor arenas are scarce for cricket, football, hockey and tennis, with requests for a gymnasium and year round recreation space to enable youth participation and training.
A letter favors a modern Canberra Showground and notes ACT Show progress. It argues the site should be near Royal Canberra and Canberra Show for growth, urging continued support from the Canberra community and agricultural groups.
A government official stated there is no provision to assist denominational or church schools. The Assistant Secretary of the Interior responded to questions indicating no funding exists for church school education programs at this time.
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