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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 27, 1957
Page
5
A university notice details visitor entry rules at University House with escorts required and special arrangements for public access. The letter, signed by Master A D Trendall, notes welcome visitors but limited access without a member escort.
The piece argues Moscow shows cautious gestures toward East West talks including invites and Geneva revival hints. It urges real change before high level meetings, cites Hungary abuses under Soviet influence, and urges UN action to pressure Moscow for justice and tangible steps.
Mr McEwen stated this year’s exports should rise solidly above last year, with total exports reaching about £829 million by April. He cited growth in manufactures and semi manufactures, boosted by iron and steel and motor vehicles, aided by mineral industry development.
In Taipei on Sunday President Chiang Kai-shek conferred with American Ambassador Kari Rankin on the state of Sino American relations after Friday’s anti American protests.
The Governor General Sir William Slim III was admitted to Mercy Hospital Melbourne with a strained back. A government spokesman said the injury was a recurrence of a war wound and he will rest in Melbourne before resuming normal activity soon.
R. P. Gilson notes University House in Canberra faces a debate over opening a residential hostel to casual visitors and tours. He contrasts with tourism aims and warns such use could distress residents while urging continued hospitality for legitimate visitors. He also condemns a tactless incident by individuals at University House but says it should not define the university.
Senator McCallum highlights weak control over Canberra building standards as private architect supervision allows substandard workmanship to slip past regulatory checks. He cites his own Canberra home and similar projects where builders align with architects rather than owners, risking quality and departmental oversight.
J B Renshaw NSW Minister for Highways responds to May article on road spending. He argues NSW spends more per mile on main roads and raises less per vehicle in petrol tax than the Australian average, detailing formula effects and comparing state figures.
Britain seeks new pipeline strategies from traditional oil fields to the Mediterranean to bypass Suez. Analysts warn government claims on free passage must be viewed cautiously as Eden and Macmillan reflect on post crisis policy and the risk of renewed dependence on canal access.
The House of Commons heard Prime Minister announce delayed decision on armed intervention in Egypt. Conservatives and local associations split over supporting government action as petrol rationing and foreign competition strain Britain. Local parties brace for possible backlash.
Canberra hosts an exhibition of Sydney Opera House entries with 60 drawings. First three prize winners and 14 other entries open at 2 pm in Laristan Chambers Civic Centre, with Me M Moir and Mr G N Ward present. If turnout grows, the showing extends to next weekend before moving to Adelaide University and then Brisbane.
Canberra MP Jim Fraser backs building a new Technical College for Canberra saying housing delays are no longer a barrier. He notes government spending on education is vast and urges the Labour Council and supporters to assure that the college will be built.
Senator J J Devlin died at his Tamleigh property near Wit Town today. He was 7 years old in the obituary notes his role in the Australian Labour Party including service on the Victorian Executive and as state president for 1987-38. He leaves a widow and three daughters.
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