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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 25, 1959

Page

5

John Foster Dulles Leader in Cold War Policy Passes

Obituary tribute notes John Foster Dulles as a steadfast architect of US foreign policy who steered America through crises, maintained a hard line against Communism, and never compromised his core beliefs. It acknowledges criticisms, inflexibility, and possible future shifts in the Front against Communism while praising his global reach and personal influence.

John Foster Dulles Congress Ma Dulles East Americas Dulles United States Beall Moscow Peking Istory John Foster Dulles

Shortage Of Timber Likely by 2000

Delegates at the Australian Forestry Conference in Tumut yesterday tried to estimate Australia’s likely timber situation by the year 2000. Papers by G J Roger Director General per entry and Timber Bureau and B J Bednail Conservator of Forests South Australia were submitted.

Dulles Seen as Great Internationalist by Critics

The piece argues John Foster Dulles will be remembered as a major American internationalist and architect of containment against the Soviet Union. It cites his role as Secretary of State under Eisenhower, his influence on the Republican platform, and his leadership during Geneva meetings and East-West talks amid 1950s strains including Suez tensions.

Beable Bale Dulles Secu Tee Soviet Union Biven Sue Bat Ma New Zealand Pakistan Thailand Geneva Mr. Stresses and Hut ‘i Suez

Anniversary Services Highlight National Church Message

The report notes a national church gathering marking an anniversary and emphasizing faith in God as the stable basis for life. It mentions J A BeDMeT and the community facing difficulties, with themes of life, love, goodness, and divine adequacy guiding believers.

National Church J. A. Bedmet

Ordination at Baptist Church in Canberra

The ordination service for Ivan B. Kilvert of New Canberra Church drew NSW Baptists from Sydney and Canberra. F E Peffer opened, G H Morling gave the charge, with Kilvert ordained in a Spirit guided fellowship above hierarchical control.

Orth Canberra Baptist Outa Ang Csire A.C T Rydney Canberra Friends New Canberra Ivan B. Kilvert Baptist Union of Nsw F. E Peffer SW. Baptist Theology College G. H. Morling B. P. ‘McMaster

Nigerian Power Struggles Shape Early Central Government

Amid rival regional forces in Nigeria's path to a united state, northern leader Alhaji Ahmadu is poised as Sardauna of Sokoto while Obafemi Awolowo and Nnamdi Azikiwe fight for influence with the N.C.N.C. and regional blocs. The North holds 174 of 320 House seats as parties maneuver for control in a tense political landscape.

Nigeria Taewast Albaji Ahmadu Sardauna Sokoto House of Representative Eee Toe Maltineria Renee

Vice Regal Tweigh Baceleucies General and Lady War on Sunday

A fragmentary OCR note references a high level event with titled figures and a sundry confrontation. Names and precise actions are unclear but imply a royal or noble context and a Sunday timeframe. The piece reads as a dated or ceremonial notice with limited readable specifics.

Archbishop-Elect Arrives At Perth for Enthronement

Archbishop-elect Gough arrived in Perth aboard the Dominion Monarch with his family for enthronement at St Andrew's Cathedral in Sydney next Saturday. He noted Australia’s great potential and recalled his prior service in Sydney and Melbourne for Evangelical work. He is a close friend of Dr. Billy Graham and spoke of the reception he expected from crowds in Australia.

TH. Poeny Turk Rawian. Gough St. Andrew's Cathedral Sydney Perth Dominion Minx Gough Sheauien Goian Australia Metopore Billy Eanien Ariane Ce Graham Hay Tolfin Gough Altmetn

Gunfire Shuts Parliament in Manaus Debate Climax

A chaotic session in Manaus parliament ended with gunfire after a bitter debate. Details remain unclear as authorities investigate the incident in the Amazon capital. Several lawmakers were reportedly involved, triggering a lockdown and calls for calm.

Manaus Brazil Reuter Amazon River River City Ams- Sona Alei

Fire Chief Invested With Service Medal

The article records a fire chief receiving a service medal from the NSW Fire Brigade and Fire Commissioner, noting the presence of officials including the secretary and representatives. It highlights his 40 years of service and comments from officers under his command.

Ialc.t NSW Fire Brigade Fire Commiuioner Cf Representis Beard Ober Hower Halon

Demonstrations Of Treasury Equipment

A public demonstration is announced for tomorrow showing Treasury equipment used by the Bureau of Census and Statistics. The display includes a computer for wealth reveal, an electronic calculator, and a wide range of modern office machines. Attendees are advised to arrive at the main entrance by 2 pm.

Ilyterday Commonwail Bureau of Census Warices Statistical Italia Machirlone

Fence dispute over cattle damage and inflated fencing bill

A property owner protests a cattle intrusion across an unused block and complains about an exorbitant fencing bill. He rejected the quoted price, noting it was far higher than a fair estimate and suggesting barbed wire as a deterrent while seeking written terms.

Keith Ford

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