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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 26, 1954

Page

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States to Seek Control on Road Transport

Four states plan a licensing system for interstate road transport after a conference with Transport Minister Wetherell. Ministers will seek cabinet approval and draft legislation to regulate operators and vehicles, aiming to curb dangerous driving and ensure safer roads.

Sydney Queensland Victoria South Australia New South Wales Wetherell Pidgeent Wile Sen Coles Uyfed Mt State Roud Ya Atuteniani Wei Her Otsbinis Lv Caine Garry

Prime Minister Menzion to discuss Asia in London

The Prime Minister Menzion will discuss Asia in London ahead of a Landon Conference. He plans further talks with allied leaders and will travel via Palomba and Karachi en route to the UKE, preparing for continental summits with Abe Hele Com Nifasinner and others.

Menzion Dannaey Rato Menzine Abe Sefenea Riel Ata Monshon Aninn Asis London Palomba Karachi Ial Greve America

Moscow Declines Postponed European Talks

Moscow rejects delays on European discussions amid tensions after a regional crisis. The report notes strained security concerns and shifting diplomacy as Western partners seek renewed dialogue.

Moscow

Gift of £50,000 to CSIRO Acknowledged by Caney

The Canberra note reports a £50,000 gift to CSIRO announced by Me Caney, referencing Frederick Mewunter of Dalkeith and Cavalli NSW and tying the donation to the University of Sydney and the Commonwealth Government. Mentions plans for the new laboratory wing and contributions by Mr Carey toward supporting equipment and the Chief of the Pave AE Amuat Reatty amet.

Ahwistey Pal Caney Frederick Mewunter Dalkeith Cavalli Nsw Flesevich -McMaater Mir Carey Wald McManier Laparayary

Leaders urge resignation of Japanese Prime Minister

Lib eral Barry Lostig faction in Japan recommends Prime Minister Kosisidy resigns. Deputy Premier Taketora Ayaio backs action as party moves to appoint a successor amid internal strife within the newly formed Down Tats Twenty faction.

Ogee Emir Dy Japan Barry Lostig Kosisidy Slite

Australia holds unalterable stance on West New Guinea transfer

Australia states unwavering opposition to transferring Dutch New Guinea to Indonesia. Australian delegates emphasize security ties to New Guinea and insist on self-determination under the UN Charter. Indonesian envoy says its people are prepared to fight but seeks negotiation, with Jakarta stressing government control over public will.

New York Australia New Gilana Ar Bores Boamder Indonesia Netherlands Tnt West Newnes Patar

Former spy recounts Beria plan for coup against Stalin

A former Soviet spy claims Lavrenti Beria plotted a coup to seize power by marching armed forces after Stalin's death. The Life Magazine piece details alleged Mitrokhane and state security involvement, with names and roles blurred by time and biased memory.

New York Life Magazine Lavrenti Beria Stalin Colomet

Bitter Attack on Dr Evatt Splits Labour Party Ranks

Disputed statements and internal frictions erupt as Labour figures including Bourke and Evatt clash over loyalty and leadership. Public anger rises as calls for expulsion and constitutional moves surface amid a party struggle hampered by alleged Communist ties and factional loyalty.

Labour Dr. Evatt Sontin Roviriee Barty BB Bh Criginmint Tuetiiter Leuparte Yah Ty Ris Roenay Inns Ag Royal Comminnion Kabone Pegan Grulla Evatt Uc Nmversate Wellin Wit Communist Party Labour Party Inawarian Cape Woederner Mga Cac

Evans Unlikely For Opening Test

Reported doubt over Evans for the opening cricket Test with mood at the nets hinting he may miss the match. Wayne Angyew and Ray Lindwall feature in discussion as players assess conditions and the forecast for fine weather at the Cricket Ground.

Tyan Tenemeg Sinelde Yevana Rivans Bee Yenvold Keith ‘Angyew Pice Tomoreaw Anben Bugland Igen Bart Ang Aang Paice Ray Lindwall Swith Aten Teaita Jen Rhe Nevion Wu Vrtorod Mt Hy Warenda Mtoe Beth Sittering Gaat Rie BN Fuirioh Nurprino Nets Rossini Cricket Ground

Open outcome discussed by Mr. Menzies and cricket Davis Cup link

The text reports Mr. Menzies discussing an open outcome while referencing Davis Cup tennis and a test match between Australia and America. It mentions a prime minister involved in offering opinions and a January London context, with scattered garbled phrases about cricket tests and ties to Australia.

Mannie Ansralia Ameren

Eisenhower Seeks Peaceful Effort to Free Prisoners

The U S state department said President Eisenhower would pursue a peaceful approach to obtain the release of American prisoners in China. General Gowan urged Beijing to deliver a response after briefing on the case, with life terms for some and four to twenty year sentences for others. Reports note a Chinese ministry count of 134 Americans and 290 officials captured, including named officers, amid ongoing diplomatic pressure.

Washington Eisenhower Communiste Huey Winer Iwi Harm Baumer BI Air Vorce State Department Unt Uve UA Ecw Pe Ye Americun Proven Wi Geneve Ty Mvinme AL Geneva Franklin C. Gowan Ofictaln Gowab Weah Pew Gommauniet Chin Biv Rao Chineete Ministry of Public Security Ulna New China Agenia Red China Siarica

Film to Replace Sermon on Sunday Evening at Church

The church will present a 40 minute religious sound film titled Beyond Our Piimed in U8.A. and Ching replacing the sermon during Sunday service. It follows a young lawyer facing tragedy within his family and aims to teach Christian visual instruction. The minister will introduce the film and relate its ending to the service.

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Fragmentary OCR text mentions We Liked Hee and TUERA Ohbsbearrs 7 with unclear context. No discernible event, date, or identifiable names to summarize into a full news item.

Fragmented OCR notes on social norms in 19th century contexts

The readable text references May Us year and mentions women’s access to certain spaces, age checks for consent, and a few local incidents. It reads as garbled OCR with names like Downing and Auditorial hints, but lacks clear events or outcomes to report.

Cermmler Haner Kelly Viesode Bydney Mr. Downing

Manufacturers urge drastic changes to GATT aims

Delegates from the Associated Chambers of Manufactures call for abolition of binding duty rates and preferences and a shift toward a formal multilateral trade system. They press for government review of GATT discussions in Geneva while defending industrial protection and higher costs. The meeting names Mr WG Geran as president of the association.

Ferohition Portien Geneva Commerce ARS Gah Ustey Uncen Cote Boca Trentie WG. Geran Fenlla Aamélared Chambers

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