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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 16, 1955

Page

2

Marriage of Mr and Mrs Wed Wand of Gr mith

A wedding notice describes the marriage of Mr and Mrs Wed Wand of Gr mith. The ceremony took place at Hotel Canberra with a reception on a later date. The bride wore a pink nylon net gown with matching accessories and attendants in pale pink nylon and white.

Wee Manis Tiach Bey Doneliat Miewnor Wood Christoyner'e Procmte Erirman atLsrew Jack Dorman Pe Canberra

Smear claims surround Bishop Santamaria in heated debate

Sunday report cites Bishop Santamaria accusing government actions of prejudice and undermining Australia’s parliamentary privilege. The remarks reference student protests and feminist groups, urging unity while warning against suppression of dissent. The bishop stresses the need for fair representation and condemns violence.

Constitutional Review in Australia and Public Interest

Discussion on constitutional review in Australia highlighting Sir John Latham and the High Court. Notes the role of Parliament, the referendum, and the impact of the United States and British courts on constitutional interpretation. Calls for more proactive modern interpretation and greater political responsibility in constitutional review.

Ftome Hs John Latham Hince Hia High Court of Australia Mix Australian National University Conakter Federe Colima Hugh Court United Btatva United Later Supreme Court Congress Supreme Court Australia High Court KonstitutioNie Review

Freight Rise Due To Shipping Delays

Shipping delays trigger anticipated freight increases across sectors as port stoppages and voyage disruptions push costs higher. Officials warn prolonged bottlenecks could raise tariffs, affecting manufacturers and consumers while urging policy remedies to ease trade frictions.

Presentation Books On 0.5 Memorial Writhe A Copy

An item describes a ceremony where memorial books or writings will be presented to high officials including Vice-President Richard Nixon and the Australian Ambassador. The event is tied to a memorial presentation with references to Australian and American figures and ceremonial regard.

Mauer Ari Richard Nixon Percy Byorder Ambaurador Ninon'e Nice Austrolion Assiis

Tulips Display In New Suburban Spring Plan

In Canberra area planners unveil a spring floral display featuring tulips and allied blooms. The arrangement emphasizes water supply controls and suburban streets, with plantings planned for vacant plots and open spaces.

Mast Mas+ Namnent Howe Sprite Canberra Tien Hovelomnem

Music Examination Resus At Recent H Trans Actions

Incomplete OCR text yields a fragmented report on a music examination and related details. Named individuals and places are partially present, with unclear context and many garbled terms. The readable fragments suggest a school or organization event with credits and participants.

Fellowships For Public Servants Details

A report outlines fellowships for public servants to study and travel in Europe and the United States. It highlights scholars from various universities and government bodies, noting aims to advance hydroelectric and engineering research.

Wedding of Canberra constables described in blurred report

A garbled account details a Canberra police constable wedding at a Braddon home for about 50 guests. The bride, youngest daughter of Mr. Docker, wore a white gown with veiled accessories. relatives and colleagues attended, with several named participants including Archdeacon RG Arthur and bridesmaids.

Erpuen Rn Artee Braddon Barhara Docker Constante Keith Smith Canberra Alice Foive Ch. Docker Be Eker Arthur Pers Neki Blimek Toni Byrne Jacks O1aion Kevin Storen Nancymonn Sydney Unberti

Inland Visit for Lady Slim Opens New Flying Doctor Service

Inland visit for Lady Slim outlines the governor-general Xip Willa Allm leading a tour to inaugurate a Flying Doctor service at Derby. The trip covers Western Australia towns Birds Ville, Alice Springe, Hall's Creek and Fitzroy Crossing in late July with return via Alice Springs and Oodnudutts. William Slim will not accompany his wife.

Amy Oor Xip Willa Allm Will Wentern Austen Derby Lady Slim Windiow Houpitite Cehieal Ali Morth-Weatern Australia Birdsville Alice Springe Hall's Creek Fitzroy Crossing Canberra Alice Springs Oodnudutts Air William Slim

Derby Contest and Queen's Call Reported in London

Fragmentary notice from London references the Queen, Alexander, and a Derby contest dated May 25. Details are incomplete but indicate royal or ceremonial involvement and a winter setting for Sart Set event with Bere and Faneieg names appearing in the garbled text.

WEEN Cole Itty Ming London Queen's Call Alexander le Winter Faneieg

Dedication of Memorial Plaque at St Johns

The ceremony marks a memorial dedication at St Johns amid World War II memories. Speeches honor soldiers and advocates for faith, community strength, and unity as the town reflects on wartime service and moral resolve.

ST. Johns

Henderson Couple Wed At Winter's Lodge

Mr Peter Henderson of Trentham and Mrs Henderson of Goulburn wed after a leave from the Australian Kinberny. The ceremony at St Andrew's Preacher on Church occurred January 28 with the couple planning to honeymoon. After the launch at Winter's Lodge Henderson returned home to Goulburn.

Peter Henderson Aerxon Dinkurti Mypeies Menaiis Ind Mra Os Henderwn Trentham Goulsurn Henderson Wervine Andrew Janberey Goulburn

Guard of Honour at Wedding Preserves Local Tradition

A fragmented report describes a wedding with a guard of honour and ceremonial details. Names, places, and items such as pink garlands appear, noting attendees, a hotel setting, and a planned move to a nearby venue. The piece emphasizes community involvement and formal proceedings.

Letters To The Editor Diesel Express Timetable

A reader letter critiques a diesel express timetable and travel options, noting return trips and accessibility. The piece mentions schedule details, monthly patterns, and frustrations with timetable clarity and fare structures.

Death of Mrs HL Gorzand at Portes

Mrs HL Gorzand died at Portes yesterday after a long illness. The obituary notes she was survived by her husband, Mr Gorzand, and by her daughter Mrs My H Hobbs. Funeral arrangements are pending and services will be held at Nininn'e Church.

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