Chores Move Ahead in Parliament Debate Sat Morning
In Parliament, discussion continues on proposed reforms as MPs plan a Saturday morning session. Ministers press for swift action while opposition voices call for broader consultative pauses.
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Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 21, 1957
Page
5
Arab leadership hopes crushed by Baghdad communique
A Baghdad communique after talks between King Saud and King Feisal reframes Arab policy, signaling Egypt and Syria as targets of interference and urging resistance to communism. It implies Cairo will not lead Arab affairs, while Iraq and Saudi Arabia back a course against Israel and navigation rights through Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba.
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Feisal
Egypt
Syria
Jordan
Russia
Middle East
Bagdad
Cairo
Saudi Arabia
Iraq
Israel
Suez Canal
Sidi Arabia
Gulf of Akaba
Ez Canal
United Nations
Canal
Gulf
Moscow
Frustration in the Commons prompts calls for reform
British MPs express concern over Commons procedure and time, urging a shift toward committee work to reclaim parliamentary control of the executive. Critics cite limited debate time, backbench frustration, and the clash with ministers and Privy Councillors.
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M S.p
House of Commons
Malden Apeanera
Ita
The
Commons
Ms.p
Con. Te Fn
Australian interest in atomic power for industry
The Minister for National Development Senator Spooner said there were no firm proposals to construct atomic power houses in Australia. He told Mr Ewarts in writing that several Australian industrial companies, mainly tied to mining, were reconsidering such installations amid broader interest in atomic energy for industrial use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Spooner
Fie
Ewarts
Lap
Darling Downs
Mevers
Australian Industris
Reported Strike Trebles Price After Western Australia Find
Shares jumped on the Sydney Stock Exchange after Wesanouncement of a core from 14 Sisters Well at 8,898 feet showed evidence of live oil. Trading rose to 4/2 then settled near 2/10 with 10,000 turnover. The company said the rocks are oil bearing, indicating potential deposits rather than just slicks.
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Bi Unex
Mopuay
Associated Freney Ofl Fields
Sydney Stock Exchange
Proposal To Name Blocks At Hospital Deferred by Board
A Canberra Hospital naming proposal to honor hospital benefactors was discussed at the board meeting yesterday but was deferred by the management. The motion urged recognition of services and suggested naming blocks after supporters to honor their contributions to the hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra Hospital
of Management
Ite Ta Moonthly
Official Scare Revealed In Memoirs
London report summarizes Lord Halifax memoirs noting a pre war plan allegedly to kidnap King George VI and the Queen Mother during a voyage to America. The disclosure appears among other wartime secrets and diplomatic concerns highlighted by the British statesman.
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London
George Ath
America
Lord Halifax
District Wool Realisations Update From Merino Catalogue
The sale lists 8072 bales with 2916 crossbred and comeback wools. Merino lot from Southern Tablelands and South-Western Slopes shows firm Sydney rates and a 24 percent price rise. Notable consignors include J.T. Grady Captain Flat AAAW 125 percent and several others with varying A, AA and AAA grades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merina
Sydney
Stresso Tours Popular Mount Stromlo Observatory Tours
A spokesman says new guided tours at Mount Stromlo Observatory, introduced two months ago, run daily at 11 am and 3 pm with a Saturday morning slot added two weeks ago. No tours on Sundays, while Wednesday night tours allowing planet viewing are increasingly popular and often booked weeks in advance. Officials hope to add more night tours before year end.
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Pew
Sires’ Salaries and Training Deterrents Highlight Nursing Course
The Matron Mrs Guy told the Canberra Hospital Board that low pay and heavy study deterred nurses from enrolling. She noted three intended entrants withdrew, suggesting wage increases and clearer duties could boost participation.
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Mra
Guy
Canberra
Posal
Mire
Resson
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