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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 07, 1955

Page

1

Premiers Plan Move To Regain Taxing Powers

The Premiers of Pretaiers and the Comm of taxation discussed restoring taxing powers. A joint statement said they would challenge existing revenue allocations before the Privy Council, arguing a uniform tax system burdens the states unfairly and would affect payroll tax and transport funding.

Uni Montis Frveymien Wieldl Bremer Cabs Comoa Sydney Catutsugi Palhia Commonwealth Victoria Vielona Bates Staten Nsw

Canberra seen as pampered community without soul

In a Perth era debate, a citizen urged Canberra to fund its own facilities with local money, arguing that other Australian communities pay taxes for services and Canberra should match that civic effort. He listed costs for roads, emergency services, bush fire prevention, and ambulances, praising local volunteer contributions.

Canberra Eavile Australia Br Fide Genmut Tang Leslie Wold Aue Vali

Nationalists Keen to Take Over in Indonesia

Fragmented report says Nationalist Party gains after Indonesia election. Prime Minister Burmanuddin Marahaps may face pressure to resign as caretaker government and a provisional parliament could be formed under interim leadership headed by Buckanan. The Moslem Orthodox, Barlicala, and Communists trail in the results.

Indonesia Diakanta Yaureany Lad Buramnuddin Marahaps Fiiders Sucknens Ghouls Haralaps Buckanan Unovn Politics

No Funds For ANU Gas Supply Scheme Shelved

A National University gas supply project is temporarily shelved amid budget woes. Officials propose delaying the scheme until a suitable funding path is found, citing national financial strain and competing priorities.

ANU Natwaal Universiy Ok Sturt Walen Tor Pemuon WA Farwty

Chinese Sailor Killed by Masthead Fall in Malay Bay

A Chinese seaman fell from a ship’s masthead into Malay Bay, dying on impact. Two others were injured, one severely, after an altercation aboard the Dutch steamer Ninin Holland en route to Brisbane. Chan Kar, 38, of Singapore, allegedly accused of stealing money, was involved.

Wala Bay Ny Bis Hong Kong Brisbane Torrow Chan Kar Singapore

No Security Legislation This Session Moves Forward

The Prime Minister announced no new security legislation this session and that the government would not introduce measures to tighten laws. The Royal Commission report found that action was not warranted given the insufficient evidence of concrete threats to Australia. Debate was expected to be opened by the Leader of the Opposition next Tuesday in parliament.

Mensing Alan Obuto Rayal Cammie Wiin Australia Mei Hen Royal Commission of Texplomuaenie Rgrinal Perkins Austra Hanta Baerens Hill Monaenic Byatt Osioher

Further Dollar Loan Not Contemplated

The government did not contemplate any further drawing as discussed with officials. Mr Menges said the borrowing would total 33,000,000 Canadian dollars, announced after megabillions conducted by Sir Arthur Wadden. The Australian currency exchange data were noted, with references to figures and officials.

Atrmeratin Inatty International Monninty Primin Minixiar Yentering Arthur Wadden

Employers To Seek Overhaul or Arbitration In Canberra

The Australlan County Employers' Federations met in Canberra and formed a special subcommittee to study improving the arbitration system. Federal president Mr AL Blake said Australia needs a review of compulsory arbitration to align with development, while preferring to suspend periodical wage adjustments for wage stability over the past two years.

Australlan County Employers’ Federations Commonwealth Arbitration Act Counel Canberra Austethin Council of Trade Unione AL. Blake Australia Jimuriike Blake

Liberal Opponent Fer Dr Me Wal Lien Tv tin APE

Liberal opponent Fer and Dr Me Wal Lien Tv tin APE face off in a chaotic game amid confusion. The text references Perth, Wall, and a congested timetable while hinting at a contentious match and possible involvement by Arthur.

Perth Arthur Whaose

Life Sentence For Youth Who Shot Girl s Mother

A youth convicted of shooting a girl’s mother receives a life sentence. Details indicate the suspect was a minor at the time of the crime, with emphasis on judicial handling and potential appeals. The case centers on the shooter’s age, the victim’s family, and the court’s decision.

Watersiders Seek Increase In Attendance Money

Watersiders press for higher attendance pay amid unclear figures and stalled talks. The appeal centers on improved stipends and potential incentive terms to boost participation and morale within the group.

Watersiders

Bate Claims Impropriety In State Marg...Quotas

Fragmented OCR text discusses alleged impropriety in state margarine quotas and ministerial actions. Mentions names and parties, references to parliamentary conduct, and possible investigations. The readable segments imply political scandal surrounding state quotas and government actions.

Bate

Evidence Of Colour Problem In Australia

Fragmentary notes discuss racial bias among settlers toward Indigenous people. Mentions attitudes labeled as prejudiced and the uneasy position of natives in society. The text references support for discriminatory views and social exclusion across colonial Australia.

Australia

In Brief. Page Teems With Fragmented News

A garbled In Brief section mixes references to Germany China Manila and the United States. Scattered lines mention communists, petty local events, and odd place names with unclear context. Readers are left with partial phrases about people, places, and dates, not a coherent story.

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