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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 14, 1954
Page
2
Listing for Foreman Gardener at Parliament House Canberra seeks applicants with previous experience. Salary about £12 14 per week. Apply in person at Parliament House Canberra.
Applications are invited for the Gowrie Scholarship Trivet at Gowrie University. Scholarships available to Commonwealth Forest members and their children. Forms of apportion and scholarship type details are from the Trustees.
A brief note discusses an unfamiliar phrase Letra for pe roumman and a possible romanian linguistic hint. It mentions ati and meni as fragments, suggesting a language learning context or transcription puzzle without clear, established meaning.
The forecast covers Canberra and the Eastern Districts with fine mild to warm conditions and increasing cloud later. Canberra expects light northwest to northeast winds, with a late freshening from the east, and temperatures near 8 to 18 degrees in turn.
The RAAF will stage an aerial warfare competition named Operation Potash at the RAAF bombing range over a fortnight starting November 1. Vampire and Mustang fighters will escort Lincoln bombers while trainees gain practical experience in general operations, navigation, and weapons handling under close supervision.
Australian growers in South Australia Victoria and Western Australia voted overwhelmingly for the current International Wheat Agreement with New South Wales expected to follow and Britain again backing the arrangement. The London meeting of the International Wheat Council rises in importance as it weighs the agreement’s future and potential new members including Italy. The outcome affects world supply and price stability, with Australia maintaining a preference for Britain and buyers watching for signs of renewed interest amid shifting production and sales expectations.
Mr T R Alenander was selected Undopowiha Provident of the Society. Directors noted an increase in profit and a potential 2 percent dividend next year. The report cited improved management and internal controls, with plans to expand premises and extend stock records while addressing overdraft reductions and rising member numbers.
The Finance Minister stated in parliament that progress toward convertibility is being made but a concrete date could not be given. He noted that reforms are being pursued, yet it remains unclear when convertibility will be possible.
London reports Australian Minister Mothwen urged Britain to reduce protection and boost reciprocal trade. He cited friction over textiles and wheat as impediments, saying Australia should expand purchases of British goods while Britain buys more Australian products. He warned against biased buying and emphasized mutual benefit in Anglo Australian trade.
A report recalls two snakes killed near the Roman Catholic Presbytery driveway and a brown snake killed near Turner infants School after stock-tekling for the Department of Interior. The incidents occurred on a Tuesday afternoon with a rabbit nearby and an observer noting a broken jack while capturing the snakes.
Their Excellencies the Governor and Lady Allm hive returned to Government House Canberra from Melbourne. The voyage marks a routine transition of official residence with no incident reported.
In Canberra the government faces a rent control clash as Mr Fraser opposes increases, arguing maintenance costs and tenancy terms must be weighed against wages. Ministers contemplate a broad scheme with early details to be released next week amid heated debate.
A wandering rat entered equipment at a Canberra substation and caused a wide blackout at about 7:40 p.m. The surge tripped a 13,000 volt line, damaging the switchboard and cutting power for a period. A second outage hit Braddon at around 1:90 p.m. Delays in publication followed.
August dairy output edged higher despite unfavorable conditions on the central and northern coasts. National Bank of Auririasia notes butter production up and cheese output 70 percent stronger than July, with overall growth limited by floods and dry spells in parts of the north.
A timber and scrub fire scorched about 30 acres, spreading up a steep gully toward a beacon. Fire brigades fought the outbreak, stabilizing the scene as emergency crews prevented further damage at a nearby shopping centre where a motor cycle was damaged.
A garbled report from the Auatra Hiational Unvery notes Professor Titterton and colleagues embarking on a tour of Are liter Stranto. The fragment references Nutrone Ehywies and a 10000-vult pynehrotea, with mentions of Britain and Australia amid unclear details.
Local shop on asminee street gains quick popularity as proprietors Geoclands anticipate a tour commerce push. The new Canberra store showcases a range of groceries and a wide weed department with deli items, aiming to attract housewives and nearby residents.
A flawed report describes a tour by a mixed international crew traveling from England to Australia. It mentions Canberran service and stops in Melbourne and Adelaide with limited details on routes and goodwill duties. The piece references an upcoming arrival in Canberra for a three day goodwill tour and mentions travel connections to Sydney and Melbourne.
Canberra theatres schedule a varied fortnight with Knock On Wood at Civic Theatre plus matinee and evening showings. An American performer Gene Tlarmey joins the program with other acts including a drama and comedy staples, featuring local actors and upcoming attractions at the Civic.
A late 1920s style note reports Sorlies Revue opening in Cahbetre with an audience of 800. Grace Moxie and Moudy Le Tun direct a night of music comedy and anecdotes featuring Lucky Grilin ventriloquism and acts by the Adler Twins and others. The show is praised for continuity and lively performances by Orin, Ell Ode, and Bobby Le Brun, with strong reception for the ensemble.
Dr Malcolm Mackay secretary of the Australian Council for the World Council of Churches will visit Canberra tomorrow for consultations with ministers. He will discuss matters at the Evanston Assembly and preach at a public meeting in the senior common room of Canberra University College.
The Prime Minister plans a visit to Pakistan. High Commissioner Pakistan Brigadier Rehman says Sydney today. details of the invitation and arrangements remain unclear. Wealther, the Prime Minister's daughter travels with an entourage. diplomatic notes in progress.
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