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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1955
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR item mentions streets Kine and Market, a private hotel at 178 Elizabeth Street Burney, with references to rates 28/0 per day and water provisions. Also lists hotels, mansions, and attractions with obscure names like Lakeside Mont, Gate tit self-mevien, and budge brochure requests.
Weather report from Canberra Meteorological Office for 20 hours today. Northerly to northwesterly winds expected with freshening conditions in the afternoon. Temperature details indicate a cool day with light to moderate winds, and a possibility of changes later in the period.
In Surakarta and across Indonesia the Masjumi party appears to hold a strong lead in the general election. Early tallies show Masjumi in front among regional results, with parties including Nutumalint and Alvette also listed among prominent groups. Final outcomes await full returns and official confirmation.
Clive Evatt is summoned to appear before a government or legislative body next Wednesday. The notice mentions MCA Clive Ratt and Ada P with a 5 pm time at a central meeting place, amid government whip actions in the Legislative Assembly. The text references F. Green and an allegation related to an inquiry into a horse on upholstery and voting patterns.
Fragmentary note recounts a planned wedding between Venera and Wyeth OAC, with mention of travel by road from Goulburn to Sydney. Text is incomplete but implies a forthcoming ceremony and movements surrounding the event. No firm dates or full names available.
The minister for the interior announced yesterday the allocation of remaining Perth buildings leases. details mention block values and construction costs, with several names and figures cited in a cautious official context.
Major influx arrives as Apex Convention opens at Clive Centre Trom 1, with attendees from across North America receiving convention papers and materials. Organizers welcome delegates, guiding them to rooms and coordinating hotel stays as the event begins.
A fractured summary of a Macbeth production with praise for some actors and criticism of others. The Canberra Report notes uneven pacing, inventive staging, and standout performances by several cast members while pointing to moments of confusion and garbled dialogue.
A scrambled regional report outlines delays in the ALP Senate tally amid intra party rifts and procedural wrangles. Names and places are obscured by OCR errors, but the piece centers on contested ballots, campaign figures, and local political tension affecting the final count.
Minister states plans for city growth remain on track. Senate and public works committees push for indictments and reform measures. Canberra reports show architecture groups backing the vision while cautioning against overreach and potential vetoes, with early next year expected to reveal detailed proposals.
A fragmented report discusses teachers' concerns about how discipline is handled in schools. It notes how questions arise about administration stance, student behavior, and the impact on teaching conditions. The piece emphasizes teachers seeking clearer policies and fair accountability.
A new fleet of buses arrives for Canberra with seating for 42 passengers. The design places the driver in a single-aisle cab and emphasizes efficiency and updated routes. Officials plan gradual replacement of older vehicles as service expands.
Nomination details for the Public Service Clerks elections in Canberra list Mr APwWTYgh Cane Hint and ML WEE Rr fetenk Euetomay as presidential candidates with Mr Bird as vice president. A committee nominating candidates for the Enteror and Superannustion Board includes GR Connor C A Mitaheli J C Mavenall and others. Election date set for November 18 with retiring secretary Br A 1 McDongids and another official retained.
A convoluted report from York describes West N.G. and related nations debating UN assembly participation. It mentions Poland Egypt Thailand Meatius Hilteh and Britain among others, with commentary on Netherland ministers and Augustin participants shaping future involvement.
Fragmented OCR lists church services across many parishes with times and details for Holy Communion matins evensong and Sunday School. Includes St Giles St Patrick St Mary beliefs, with minister names and locations, and scattered notes on catechism and youth groups.
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