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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 15, 1954

Page

2

Fraternal notice for Br. Alert obituary and relatives

The notice lists relatives and friends of the late Br. Alert and invites attendance or acknowledgment from the community. Details are limited due to fragmentary OCR.

Tender for construction work at Artes Optces Cantera ACT

The tender for construction work at Artes Optces Cantera ACT closes on the morning of Thursday July 1904. Sealed envelopes must be marked Closing and sent to the Secretary, Department of the Interior, Canberra.

Heiders Anton Omees Pds Department of the Interior Canberra BO Lander

Notice of Interior Department fish supply tender

The Interior Department announces a tender or quotation process for fish supply and delivery to Commonwealth Boarding. Details include the submission date Tuesday 28th, Stay, Moa and instruction to obtain full particulars from the Assistant Secretary, Heating and Accommodation. Envelopes should be addressed to the Secretary, Department of the Interior.

Ube Delivary Commonwealth

Fruit and Vegetables Supply to Commonwealth Buildings

Quotations for fruit and vegetables must be received by 2 pm Friday June 954 for supply and delivery to Commonwealth building establishments under the Department of the Interior in Canberra. For December 2004 to July 2004, full details available from the ABC repository Housing and State Service Branch. Quotations in sealed envelopes marked Quotation for Fruit and Vegetables to be placed in the Pewter Box. Attention Secretary, Department of An e Taterion, Can s ra Wm, McLaren.

Department of Th Anterior Canberra Abs

Untitled Public Works Notice Mentions Water Supply System

A fragmented OCR item references invitations, delivery installations, and stormwater drainage work related to a water supply system project. It cites dates, locations, and organizations in a period voice but contains many garbled terms and misread names. The readable elements include references to construction, delivery, and an installation at a hospital site with a noted date in 1954.

Fender Sanborn ACE O'Connor ACT Pierday Heney Drainawe Alniie Mit Quertera Canterra Reete Uum Torseday Dune Brenstendarey Pin Turnlay Acton

Funeral notice for A. H. Thoren at Andrew's Church Forrest

Members of the Amnantie Poottall Chit attend the funeral of their intr member Mr. A. H. Thoren at Andrew's Presbyterian Church Forrest. Service begins at 1020 am today. In Memoria Seare Searle also notes a May 1 passing.

Andrew Forrest San Orry Otay Roorn Amntiie Poottall Chit A. H. Thoorn Bi. Andrew's Presyfetta Ster Searle Taine Warer Hy Bunice Alien

Lease of Flat Site Applications Listed for Tuesday

Applications for lease of flat site in the Secretary of the Department of the Water and the City will be reeky. The erection of an approved building containing not less than six units is proposed, with particulars obtainable from authorities.

Department of the Taterter Ceaberta

Canberra Memorial Appeal Involves Mr Geo Gerrette O Connor

An item from the Canberra memorial appeal notes contributions by Mr Geo Gerrette O Connor and mentions key figures and departments. It references the original company and wartime actions, with the president of the appeal committee overseeing donor reception in South Canberra.

H.M Canberra Geo Gerrete Bf O'Connor Hem.a Aho Ne Herman I. Ih Southanberra Elethiem¢vernoon Lge Fea Jerrett Nurmary Land Bao Harum Welfare Hand Aietintiiana Mullen

Rail officers’ margins raised by Conciliation Commissioner

Conciliation Commissioner Auatin has granted increased margins for I.A. rail officers from £23 to a higher amount. The adjustments are retrospective to last July, applying mainly to South Authority railway operations.

I.A Bouth Autho Auatin

Australian Roads Policy Debate in Election Promises

The article discusses rival Labour and Opposition plans for improving Australia's transport network. It argues petrol tax use for road and rail funding, calls for state expenditure control, and notes potential bipartisan support if governments align on national road policy amid political contention.

Australia Tandarda Trenaport Commonwealth

Savings Bank Deposits Fell During March

Commonwealth Statistician KM Archer released a report showing savings deposits fell in March across all states including the Australian Capital Territory. Figures show declines with details by state, including amounts for New South Wales and Queensland, while mentioning a year over year comparison to March 1908 and notable changes in other regions.

Commonwealth Atatistician KM. Archer Vesterday Gavings Bank Drysonn AmournoUt Australia Treritory Rheigkent Geer Queensland Tasmania

Canberra Weather Forecast and General Conditions

From the Meteorological Station Canberra forecast shows fair weather with a colder westerly wind developing, and rain expected later. Night conditions may bring stronger winds and occasional rain, with cooler temperatures anticipated across the region.

Mok Boy Ato Pam Cnt Enim Feasinmum Rand Reill Canberra Fairbale Tofaye Deneralyvereaa Becton

United States completes hydrogen bomb tests in 1954 report

A joint statement by the Atomic Energy Commission chair and Defence Secretary announces the successful completion of 1954 hydrogen bomb tests. They say the tests advance U.S. security and national interests and may allow weapons to be deployed within a few years. An official warn says violators will be punished.

Wasiiwaton Buccanin United Stestorerin Ol Normonuclear Cenl Atomic Ergy Commission Lowe ‘Strauss Defence Reckelery

Salary claims air pilots seek doubled wages for most members

The Air Pilots Association petitions Ute Arbitration Court to double salaries for most pilots employed by 43 civil airlines in Auntpalta. Proposals include probationary pilots rising from about 100 per year to 2,000 for higher grades, with Grade 1 pilots earning from 800 to 14,000.

Air Pulls’ Association Ute Arpitration Cou.t Auntpalta Ansociation Meeks

Holmes and Lady Holmes to spend two months in Melbourne

The Jost Commissions announce Sir Stephen Holmes and Lady Moline Silapand will spend two months in Melbourne from mid May. Air Stephen and Lady Holmes will reside at 00 Almay Road Toorak during the Victorian stay. Stephen will return to Canberra for official duties, while both hope to explore Melbourne and Victoria.

Coemmimwonsr Sir Stephen Holmes Moline Silapand Melbourne Air Stephen Lady Holmes OO Almay Road Toorak Stephen Canberra Victoria

Mrs Stevenson pledges loyalty to Mr Menzies in Canberra push

Mrs Stevenson declares support for the Liberal government in Canberra and Mr Hughes, urging continued policies from 1949. She warns against Labour plans on land reform and taxation, calls for full Canberra representation, and backs action on housing, heating, and wood supply while defending telephones and public services.

Mrs. Stevenson Mr. Menzies Emt Hughes Alevenson

Rural needs road and water upgrades delayed

The article discusses urgency for expediting rural infrastructure, including water supply, sewage systems, and a major highway project between Canberra and a southern coastline. It quotes Mrs Stevenson on government cooperation, funding from petrol tax, and promises to review payments to states. It highlights development plans amid political debate and the Liberal Government’s stance.

Stevenson Abe Fru Tate Menzirk Fed Canberra Coum Weanberra Cilinena

Do Not Turn Your Back on Prosperity Rally at Launceston

An account of a Friday rally in Launceston where Prime Minister and Labour leaders spoke amid crowd unrest. Attendees demanded funding and questioned finances, shouting slogans about prosperity, confidence, and government expenditure. A speaker warned the taxpayer will bear the burden and warned against repudiating the nation’s currency.

Btevensoe Arvar Grito Menema & Astor Ats Mm Brevenaoe Farner Vat Gota Ind Carr Nipeady Arbitration Court Caner Abe Medanberra Canberra Actuary Council Nortonmn Launceston Sdavnak Allert Bam Alsion Rivest Mensien Labour Party Ula

Solent Campaign Opens Amid Crowd At Sydney Event

In Sydney, Frany The Australian reports on a Solent campaign opening with an audience dominated by women. The event showcased political figures and supporters, signaling renewed activity and voter engagement ahead of upcoming polls.

Labour Ery Stevenson House of Representatives Masonic Hall Sydney Frany Commoniat Det Solent Die Sion Wom

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