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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 17, 1958

Page

12

France Faces Crisis as Parliament Gridlock Intensifies

A war era strain on France's parliamentary system risks collapse as no party commands a majority. Debates center on whether de Gaulle could seize power or form a Cabinet with emergency powers within parliament. Algeria’s unrest worsens calls for a stronger, clearer government to avoid civil liberties erosion or dictatorship.

Council of Ministers France Algeria Paris de Gaulle de Gaulle Ie General de Gaulle National Assembly

Letters On Equestrian Paths And Lakeside Rules

Mrs Fay Clear argues for bridle paths along lakes to protect quiet lakeside surroundings. She warns casual horse riders and occasional motorists distort public expectations unless a formal path system is created. She cites Mrs Hodgson's ideas and urges proper enclosure and regulation to ensure safe, orderly use.

Paris Mra Hodgeon Fay Clear Aristie

UK Railway Strike Threat Ends

London reports a brief easing as leaders of the railway workers union vote to suspend action for the moment. Meanwhile dockers cold storage workers and meat porters strike in sympathy with 6,000 idle meat workers, disrupting ports and food supplies.

London Tradern Great Spilthfeld Cra Becalise Transport and General Workers Union

Rifles to Be Delivered Early Next Year in Army Plan

Brisbane dispatch reports the war ministry plans the introduction of new FAN rifles next year. The government has decided to adopt the rifle as standard equipment for the army, aligning with NATO standards.

Brisbane Cameron NATO

New High School Under Construction in Lyneham

Work has begun on a two storey high school fronting Goodwin Street with 40 classrooms for 800 to 800 students. The contract totals £407,718 and 200 workers are expected within a month, plus subcontractors. A Lyneham primary and infants school are also planned with a new bus service for workers during construction.

Kart Schreiner Goodwin Street Murdoch Street Lyneham Department of the Interior Kingstons Am St. Andrew's West Block Commonwealth Avenue Civic Centre Northbourne Avenue Turner Pganne Meham Capital Hill Kingston Hillaide Afoster West Lock

Americans set for record overseas travel in summer

More than a million Americans plan trips abroad in the coming summer, led by Europe as the top destination. Travelers seek the Brussels war fair, Lourdes pilgrimages, and a new economy trans Atlantic air service. Europe-bound totals include 675,000 U.S. citizens and 400,000 visitors to Paris, with London, Rome and Madrid also popular.

Roger Greene Washington Associated Saasan United States Jenat Inter” Plains Tus & Chairman European Travel Coaat Europe Lourdes France Edward Hitting J.hickey Pansport U.B Terial Apex Beottion Tuggis Polis European Travel Commission U.S Pans London Rome Madrid U.S. Department of Commerce

ACT Unions Claim 5 Shilling Wage Increase

Unions in the ACT lodged with the Industrial Registrar a claim for a five shilling increase in basic wage. The Commonwealth Conciliation and Arbitration Commission in Melbourne set the new basic wage at £132 for men and £9 17s for women, effective from the first pay period after next Wednesday. Automatic applicability to member unions listed at Melbourne hearing, others must file separate applications. Local ACT unions include hospital employees builders’ labourers painters plasterers and smithy workers. Final commission decisions likely in Sydney.

Svera Ando A.ct Commonwealth Canciliation and Arbitration Commission Melbourne Finl Commission Sydney

Indian Envoy Te Gambadia To Cambodia In Successor Role

Te Gambadia is named new Indian envoy to Cambodia succeeding Mr Kewal Singh Chowdhry. The high commissioner designate is expected to assume duties soon after appointment.

Te. Gambadia Ve M Malr Indian Seagal Inenpore Intes Ammbarandoy Ie Bia Cambodia Kewal Singh Chowdhry

University appoints Lecturer in Mathematics in New Fyland

A lecturer in Mathematics at the University of New Fyland is appointed for an alternation to 1057. He will reside temporarily at University House and will teach resident students. The arrangement is stated amid other personnel notes in the college.

Uni University of New Fyland University Howe

Canberra Orchestra Society acquires boudoir grand piano

The Canberra Orchestra Society Inc purchased a boudoir grand piano to gain independent access to suitable instruments for rehearsals and performances. The move followed notes of unreliable Canberra instruments and was supported by a cultural development committee grant and various social fundraisers.

Canberra Orchestra Society Inc Ung Canberra I

Signals from Africa and early clear transmissions heard

Signals picked up in Melbourne indicate Algerian origin described as clear as earlier transmissions. Wireless Institute of Australia officials and radio amateurs noteVictoria first picked up Algeria signals early this morning with Baille mail reporting to-night.

Melbourne Ictoria Bo Joe Tit Wot Wireless Institute of Australia Bailmail Radio Amateurs Victoria

Widows and Orphans Targeted by War Legacy Movements

A speaker describes the Legacy and Heritage Club efforts to aid widows and orphans from the World Wars. He notes Australia’s Legacy setup in 1928, New Zealand’s Heritage Club, and the goal to care for children and widows as a postwar responsibility. He cites thousands involved and the need for ongoing community support.

Ware F. Jones Canberra Mr. Jones New Zealand Australia Defence Heritage Club Legacy Jones Dal Cartridge Sydney Legacy Club Job Jon Olympic Pool

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