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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 25, 1954
Page
6
Partial OCR fragment describes operations near islands, water transport by barge, and a distant town south of the islands. Mentions RAAF involvement and a river route of about 60 miles. Details are fragmentary and uncertain.
A police sergeant recounts Inspector inquiries into Studley Ruxton’s state after transfer to hospital. Details show pursuit of guarded testimony and a list of witnesses requested, while Ruxton’s ever-changing condition prompts officers to monitor his health and report back to superiors.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Nazi figures in postwar police structures and references a survey by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. It alludes to a “free German committee” and a German police context, but details are garbled and unclear.
Federal Treasurer Sir Arthur Faden predicted a threefold rise in road funding for Motariats in 1904 56 compared with the Labour government year. He noted allocations over £17 million for roads vs La pour’s £8.853 million, and discussed a £5 million trust fund to protect refinery revenue as local refining expands. He argued that abolishing petroleum rationing would spur investment and speed new refineries, reducing import drains within five years.
Voter behavior in the federal elections shows Labour candidates favored second preferences, while Communists sit last. In city elections, Conservative candidates, led by Labour supporters, see second preference allocations to the LEP. Names and exact figures are unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
An Australian runner won the 800 metres at an international athletics meet in France yesterday. The time was 2 minutes 4 seconds.
The case centers on Morrisby charged with taking money said to be £970 373 in notes and other goods from Cy Auctions. Cecelia Bernadette Patricia Marrishy claimed the car owner handed over deposits. the defense denies theft and asserts the money belonged to the complainant or her husband.Witnesses described deposits, a ring, and a car transfer while police questioned Marrishy and Morrisby. The matter was adjourned to June 2 for further evidence and cross-examination.
Australian trade data show a steady balance with imports rising about 2 percent over the year. Export value held firm at around £385 million, while imports reached roughly £606 million, reflecting growth in wool and other goods amid a tightening external market.
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