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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 21, 1955
Page
7
A disputed case ends with the restoration of a driver's licence after review by the Registrar of Motor Vehicle Services. The decision overturns an earlier suspension and notes no urgent safety concerns. The proceedings reference driving under the influence and an alleged lack of evidence supporting revocation.
Argentina and Soviet Union signed a renewal of their 1030 trade pact. Business circles estimate the two nations will swap goods worth 110 million debivary this year, about 44 million pounds, a downward revision from the expected 49 million pounds in war time trade.
Canberra United Soccer Club plans to raise performance with new British migrants joining locally. Authorities say arrivals already contribute on field with players adapting quickly and more talent expected as the development in Canberra continues. A social for British migrants is set at Amelie Hostel tomorrow night to foster integration and support.
The Canberra Fire Brigade chief Mr Holdam states tall ladders are unnecessary for modern multi storey buildings. He notes eight storey flat blocks require ample fire escapes and ground floor water boosting equipment. He mentions previous designs included automatic systems and fire fighting gear.
The Attorney General announced charges against Joan William Phillips Archibald Lawrence duck Dempsey and Alan Williams in a boxing contest case from Inverell. Williams was to fight Ken Brady for the Australian title at Lewihardt next Thursday as the inquiry began. The event was promoted as William versus Cow Meredith but allegedly featured Jack Dempsey in disguise. The Chief Secretary said the matter would be investigated and referred to Mr Sheahan.
The report lists teams and players from the Federal Havers group and local schools in Binalong and Kingston. It notes a rainy day schedule for junior and senior matches with times at 1.16 p.m. and 3 p.m. and mentions Duntroon against Causeway in Northern Babar.
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