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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 13, 1954
Page
2
An OCR fragment reports figures on youth training and medical exams. It notes 65 041 youths prepared for July, with 25 390 entered or postponed, 5d 36 not yet summoned for medical examination, and totals for ARG and HM medicals around 18 968.
A draft Labour Council constitution is discussed with a plan to appoint officers and annual endorsements. Debate centers on the roles of president and secretary and whether endorsements proceed without full union backing. The council postpones a ruling, with 36 iterations cited, to be revisited next Wednesday night.
A garbled forecast from the Federal Capital Press notes weather readings with clear phrases limited to a forecast day. It mentions wind directions and temperatures but includes many unreadable fragments.
Aozha and officials report a shift in Soviet policy toward disarmament. Russia signals openness to a conference, while Western powers seek clarified terms and potential reductions. delegates ask questions as Britain and France push for defined aims and broader talks.
The N.S.W. Red Cross mobile unit visiting Canberra has many vacancies with forty slots left at Albert Mall over three days. Dr X Clemants oversaw collection from St Can Berre donors and a committee of 10 women provided refreshments. The unit uses numbered bottles and environments designed for safe storage, while authorities urge more Canberra donors to help blood transfusions during wartime.
Postwar debate centers on warrants for hotel room searches by radio inspectors. Minister PR McBride says inspectors acted within law. legality of entry requires a warrant issued by a justice of the peace upon reasonable grounds. Witnesses describe occasional interviews and limited access while occupations varied. inspectors faced scrutiny over a decade.
The minister told the Hanes 4 Megresunivelves yesterday that most rents remain low compared with recently built homes. A member urged urgent winter consideration as valuations in Cas Wl oe impact rent levels. The minister signaled possible simple time frames and noted potential increases in some cottages under review.
A brief Canberra court session yesterday handed a reduced penalty for a second speeding offence. The defendant, previously fined for multiple speeding violations, faced penalties including license implications and fines. The case recorded traffic breaches on Wentworth Avenue and Brisbane Avenue with speeds around 40 mph. A co-defendant pleaded guilty to speeding in a Commonwealth vehicle on August 8, with sentencing adjourned.
The debate centered on Australia’s import restrictions and their impact on industry and employment. Critics argued the policy risks turning Australia into a dumping ground for foreign goods, urging protective measures to safeguard local manufacturers and exporters.
In London discussions on East West trade resume on a broader scale as the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe contemplates mediation. Delegates from major powers discuss joining efforts to revive the formerly stalled union and seek renewed cooperation across continents.
Coapetton Fe for Bridge Design explored in Canberra with emphasis on international interests and municipal standards. Edmunds and Bitmunds argued for practical, simpler conditions while the Institute urged careful selection of designs and a Canberra hosted conference next month.
An Australian mission plans to go abroad to source aircraft for AMF. The Minister for Air Mr Townley said the mission would visit the United Kingdom and America, backed by members of Air Ombers and training planes. The Air Omb Commanding: training Air Vice-Marshal A M Mursioch would read the station, with involvement from the Department of Defence Production and the Australian aviation industry. The mission was expected to leave Australia in October for four months.
Dr Martyn spoke at the Hague session noting Australian ionospheric work is highly regarded abroad. He outlined plans for the International Geophysical Year 1957 1958 with an expected international funding and Australia’s substantial financial participation.
Government housing program reports reveal 76 houses completed and handed over in the last three months. Occupants of 188.03 homes were displaced, with valuations requests still flowing in as registrations for allocations rise amid supply constraints and a focus on conserving detached homes for resale.
A frustrated dispute over 24 hour stoppages ends with engineers agreeing to return to work after discussions with Conciliation Commissioner G A Pindlay. The meeting, attended by representatives and union members, resolved to resume duties despite lingering tensions and warnings of potential penalties.
A flood of technical notes details the use of wet air blowers in fire suppression and the associated testing on site. Government departments outline continuous operations around Charnwoodtall and Gundaroo Roads, including planned access and radio communications during the exercise period.
Lottery drawings announced with many misread names and syndicate references. Winners listed include Sirk 7B and Wraver GPO at Sydney Becold Robe, with other entries such as Mordue Mariwether and Gari Bleade. Draw details show various syndicates and districts like Lane Cove and Union Street, though several names are garbled.
A damaged OCR summary notes hints of bank lending plans and government actions regarding housing loans and national television in the early 20th century. It mentions Commonwealth Bank, Trading Bank, and cooperative societies, with references to approvals, funding figures, and policy debates involving political figures and finance. The readability is limited and many names are unclear.
Mr Beale cautions in parliament about a proposed uranium processing facility near Mount Isa Cloncurry area. He notes uncertain costs and possible government involvement while pressing for clarification from Commonwealth and Queensland authorities on project viability and timing.
A reader criticizes military training practices comparing full army drill to air force drills. The letter laments methods in use, noting pace, discipline, and efficiency in handling recruits. It argues that training systems are inconsistent and suggests adjustments to increase output and conformity with service requirements.
A Canberra inquiry into student housing at University College shows a preference for university type arrangements over private flats. Mixed views on denominational control and campus atmosphere reveal students favoring mixed options and shared study spaces adjacent to the college for access to facilities.
In Parliament the Hove debated the income tax and service contributions bill. The Senate will meet at 1 pm with many anxious members to debate two appropriation bills.
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