Letter on Royal Pavilion replacement for Canberra capital
A reader argues William Holford’s plan to build a Royal Pavilion on Capital Hill would ruin Canberra’s town atmosphere. The piece suggests Parliament House should anchor the city and envisions monuments to Australia’s greats in a central, sculptural complex. It contrasts with other nations and cites scientific leaders opposing war work.
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Willam Holford
Canberra
Jeaner
Jake
Griffin
Parliament House
William
Westminster Abbey
Jinah
Karachi
Bataan
Dal
United States
Parliament
Commonwealth Town
Brisbane
Wage Commission Limits Increase to Five Shillings a Week
The Commonwealth Conciliation and Arbitration Commission refused a larger rise than 5 shillings weekly for the basic wage citing economic stability drought export declines and unemployment fears. Justice Weight offered dissent but the majority maintained the 5/- increase aiming to boost consumer demand while balancing long term economy health.
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Commonwealth Conciliation and Arbitration Commission
Justice Weight
Justice Wright
Bank Sees Optimism in Future Employment Prospects
Bank review notes potential threats from external shocks but argues migration intake should not be cut to avoid stifling business growth. It cites unemployment falling after a full employment policy and a gradual improvement in secondary industry, with export demand stable and rains boosting pastoral sectors in April.
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Rite Pi Sa
Weat
Riverina
Critics Ignore Ethical Dilemma in Modern Science
A theatre critic argues that the core issue in contemporary drama and fiction is how science outcomes are misused for destruction. The piece notes public debate over responsibility, noting critics overlook the ethical problem facing scientists today as irreversible harm rises.
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Umea
Germany
Hahn
Nuclear Galion
Canberra street beauty marred by planned sheds
A Canberra observer laments the Holford Plan for Canberra, arguing it will spoil Toma Crescent and other beloved streets with depot sheds. The writer urges protection of established residential areas and calls for designated sites to avoid visual ugliness.
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Toma Crescent
Gardena
Ft. i
Governor General Receives H J Gray Amid Willing Shilling Drive
The Governor General Sir William Stum welcomed Mr H J Gray yesterday. Her Excellency Lady Blim introduced guides and Brownless who are active for the Willing Shilling campaign.
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William Stum
H. J. Gray
Blim
Gtr
Frontiersmen Guard Tunisian Border Amid Algeria Tension
A bare footed Tunisian guards a frontier post in the Kroumir Mountains near the Tunisian Algerian border. The report discusses frontier control debates, refugee flows, and alleged Algerian rebel activity amid French political shifts and regional instability.
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Stanley Johnson
Associated Press
Tunisia
Duke End
Chestnut
Kroumir Mountains
Mediterranean
Tumaiq
Algeria
Felix Gaillard
Tantatn
Al-|eria
Sahara
Libya
Tunis
Tunisian
Saldet Bidi
Youssef—aite
Acidlera
Saute Garrizon Supply
Alma Trio Shines in Canberra Chamber Music Recital
In Our House hall the Alma Trio delivered a refined Canberra Chamber Music Society recital. The performance showcased telepathic ensemble play and subtle tempo changes, with Brahms cello sonata and Schubert movements praised for inward intensity and masterful unity.
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Alma
Canberra Chamber Music Society
Upeet Ine
Petailels
Canberra
M.cp
Trooping Colour at Duntroon for Queen's Birthday
A Duntroon ceremony marks the Queen's Birthday with Trooping the Colour on June 13. Parade events conclude with a garden reception at Dubtroon House for attendees following the principal ceremony.
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Duntroon
Livney
Dubtroon House
Firemen Strike Over Diesel Engine Plan
Firemen in Montreal walked off the job after breakdown of negotiations with the Canadian Pacific Railway over job losses tied to eliminating steam engines in favor of diesel locomotives. The stoppage follows a railway decision that prompted the walkout.
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Montreal
Canadian Pacific Railway
House of Rapes 230 to day act after Questions
The House will resume debate on the Beer Excise Bill after Questions. The Senate will meet at 3 pm and debate the West Australian Grants Bill.
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House of Rapes
Senate
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