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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 30, 1959

Page

12

Eisenhower Appeal to Foreign Ministers for Geneva Summit

The piece discusses President Eisenhower's push for a Foreign Ministers accord to justify a Summit. It notes mixed signals from Britain and Australia, with Prime Minister Macmillan and Mr. Menzies offering cautious views on summits versus ministerial progress, and Australia's independent stance.

Eisenhower Hig Geneva Eisen Paiste Oi Nna Dartke Ste USK Macmillan United States France West Germany Khrushchev Russia West Menazies National Press Club Ir. Menzies

Plant Quarantine Display At Tourist Bureau

Photographs and models illustrating plant quarantine are on display at the Canberra Tourist Bureau. The exhibit, organized by the Commonwealth Department of Health, highlights the fruit fly threat to valuable fruit growing regions and aims to raise public interest among Canberrans and visitors.

Australia Canberra Commonwealth Department of Health Serigetines New Jou Wi

New South Wales Sheep Show Attended by Dignitaries

The Aamond Jubilee Sheep Show was hosted for the New South Wales sheep breeders Association in Sydney yesterday. Flight Lieutenant Norman Edward attended along with Lady Slim who gave a dance for Miss Leonie Tyrrell. Dr. William M. Milliken arrived at Government House as Sir Daryl Lindsay and Mr Philip Hay departed.

Wovernorssencran Maarshal William Slim New South Wales

Bid To Form Canberra Jaycee Group

An effort to establish a Canberra Junior Chamber of Commerce with 25 to 30 prospective members aged 18 to 40. Laurie Wilson of the NSW Junior Chamber presides with visitors from Sydney. The group seeks young men for leadership training and service, joining a world-wide JC program with over 120 Australian chambers and 3000 members.

Industry House Canberra Jior Chamber of Commerees N.8.w Commereer Laurie Wilson Syd- Walton Genii Junior Imber of Commerce Tunior Chambers Comerged Mtx Ema Tunior Chambers of Commerce Australia

Immunisation Arrangements Change for Child Injections

Changes in immunisation arrangements affect the timing and venues for injections to protect children against diphtheria whooping cough tetanus and other diseases. The alterations move to different clinics and morning sessions to provide triple antigen vaccines and ensure full schedules.

Unclear Article on Military Vehicle in North Guccadland

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a military vehicle with four wheels rated at 4 tons and parts like seats and bulbs. Details are garbled about yesterday’s events and the valuation at 80 percent, with references to Australian involvement and individuals named Salim Noe ant bulb.

Salim

Vital Election For Singapore Today Narrated By Rhetoric And Fear

A heated Singapore election article highlights fears of a pro communist shift under the PAP and warns against subversive activity. It notes past riots in 1955 1956 and mentions leaders jailed for alleged subversive acts while Malayan Indian Congress backs Alliance candidacies.

Fae P.A.P PAP Lins Chin Siong Tthe Galter i Committee Lin ‘Yew Hock Lim

Dulles remembered as principled leader amid criticism

Readers defend John Foster Dulles against ridicule, praising his lifelong service to liberal democracy in opposing totalitarianism. The letter lauds his dedication, contrasts human error with steadfast doctrine, and urges respect for his contributions rather than derision.

John Foster Dulles John Foster Dulles Lidea Publius

Earthquake Felt Across Tablelands In Wide Sweep

The Furnished report notes the great Tablelands quake the most felt in living memory. It spread from Canberra to Bowral and into Victoria over a vast area, with dramatic disruption and widespread fear reported.

Tablelands Canberra Bowral Victoria Lake Oaking

PAP Promises Clean Honest Government Amid Election Debate

The PAP counters charges by pledging a clean government while noting a divide between English educated higher income groups and businessmen in the balloting process. Dr. Toh Chin Chye is cited as a chairman figure in the discussion and the campaign narrative.

PAP PAP Ae Ee Mie Tava Peo Toh Chin Chye

Australia Seeks £20 Million Loan For Mount Isa Railway

Mr. Menzies met the International Bank board this week with Robert Kennedy presenting the Mount Isa railway reconstruction plan. Directors appeared impressed and discussions on the loan were not expected to occur immediately.

New York Australia International Bank Mount Isa Menzies Ait Robert Kenanty Cperiah Kennedy Anid

Scouting Progress Report From Yarralumla Group

The Sixth Canberra Stead Group at Yarralumla held its annual meeting chaired by Mr R Parkes who noted progress in numbers and activity. Group Scoutmaster Mr Harry Prot and committee members including Mr Baker and Mr Coward reported on acquisitions and planned actions supported by national guidance.

Canberra Yarralumla Whir New Opus R. Parkes Parkes Harry Prot Baker K. Coward M. Baker Ale Coemmiedon Westhou Jroup Prot Prarrant Le-Galene Hopton Met. Goldburg

Office Painting Under Way at Barlooly Buildings

Internal painting proceeds at Barlooly office complex in preparation for August completion. The project, valued at £9,293, is undertaken by Hollier and Moore Pry.

IeMernal Barlooly Salar Hollier Moore Pry

Bonuses For Suggestions At Post Office Are Reported

A historical note describes post office staff receiving bonuses for efficiency ideas. A technical officer is paid £200 for designing a revised pliers form and a mail officer is paid £24 for a method to reduce handling bulk at the exchange.

Ponwecs Paca Wail Post Office Perera Oyechnical

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