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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 28, 1955

Page

2

European security and German reunification debate

A summary of postwar European diplomacy notes how German reunification remains central to security. It discusses Russian policy, NATO, and Geneva talks, noting limited progress since July and the need for concrete results in Western Europe and broader disarmament efforts. It highlights potential shifts from Moscow and the risk of exploiting regional tensions.

Britain France Rumie Chieta Hussia Haat West North Africa Czschoslavakis Czechoslovakia Germany Rusa Geneva Western Europe United Biazen

Rush to complete shops for Christmas trade

Retail rush sees shops scrambling to finish 19 units in the arcade and front street area as the ground and amenities section prepares to open by shelter week in December. A butcher’s shop on Petre Street is expected to join, with Woolworth nearby and other outlets advancing despite unclear phrasing.

Kuion | Kroup Yavidly Amany Viney Sheltet Petre Street Chn

Weather data and construction updates from Canberra area

The report notes 8 am readings with high temperature around 30.14 deg and winds from north to northwest. It mentions a moderate fire danger and NE turning winds, with warmer conditions expected. The text also covers building projects in Brisbane and Newcastle, indicating reopening delays and planned openings next year amid ongoing work and standstills.

Cansarya Degreda Canberra Feira Ogre

Labour Branch Plans Meeting On Election Proposals

The ACT Labour campaign team plans a branch meeting on November 2 to decide a council candidate. Proposals will be placed before a special branch meeting on November 14 as the Labor party weighs its election strategy.

Labour Mat Oranen ALP Wil Mast Diaruas ACT Labour Campain Ie Tye ACT Phogrens and Welfare Mulhering Ald

Fragmented lines hint at event in Sydney on Saturday

Fragmented OCR text references a Sydney event on Saturday with mentions of people and teams. The readable parts point to a gathering or game with names like Gand and Te, but details remain unclear.

Sydney

No Extra Money For War Service Homes Debate

Minister for Social Services Mr McMahon rejected calls for an extra £10 million this year raising the war service homes budget from £30 million to £40 million. He argued higher costs would negate any benefit and accused critics of political tactics while Labor and opposition figures pressed for a full inquiry into administration and spending within the War Service Homes Division.

Coats Social Services McMahon Bervice Homes Eaervicemen Barnard

University Funds Adequate Highlight Comment

A historical note reports perceived adequacy of university funding in Australia. Text references mentions of university leaders, council, and development plans with fragmented syntax and unclear specifics. The item underscores national pride in higher education and the role of universities in global advancement.

Incident at ministerial venue as crowd pulls man aside

A chaotic scene outside a ministerial event ends with Mr Mekwen dragged by the arm and pulled toward a vehicle amid a large, jeering crowd. The minister faced a hostile reception as bystanders pushed closer and shouted.

Mekwen McEwen Ani

Canberra Caulburn Archdiocese 5 000 March in Procession

A large crowd of about 5 000 is expected for a Sunday procession organized by the Canberra-Caulburn Archdiocese. Archbishop Haris O'Brien will lead the event, with the Roman Catholic community carrying banners and reciting prayers as they travel through Canberra and Gouburn to the grounds of a Christian brotherhood school.

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Readers Clash Over Editorial Tone in Letters

A lengthy, eclectic batch of letters complains about government policy and party politics. Authors debate editorial influence, call for responsible leadership, and discuss national alignment, with mentions of elections and public concern for homes and families.

Florence Nightingale Tribute Reveals Nursing Profession Roots

Fragmentary OCR notes recall Florence Nightingale and nursing as a social vocation. References include May rites, university and library mentions, and efforts to honor Nightingale’s influence on home care, public health, and professional nursing standards.

Omar Florence

Increases In Swimming Pool Charges Announced

The Maniliy Pool will open on Ratuntay with new rates for adults, seniors, and children. Adult monthly fees rise to 61.29, while school children retain limited admittance under teacher supervision, and concessions are reduced or removed.

Bute Wravnt Niger Ratuntay

League Council to Attend Navy Event

A newly toned executive group including A C Avion and Migeny plan to attend Fea ifelbourne for a meeting. They will be accompanied by the Wigh Com Mandioner for New Zealand and other officials to participate in the council’s travel plans.

NAVY A.C. Avion Fea Ifelbourne New Zealand Aldartoo

Soldier former rural lessee barred from War Service Land draw

An ex-serviceman from Ainslie, who disposed of his rural lease to enlist in World War II, was excluded from the War Service Land Settlement scheme two months prior for lacking recent land experience. J Fraser told the House of Representatives the man, born near Queanbeyan in 1900, had prior farming ties and had applied via the Land Settlement Board, but his application was refused due to insufficient current engagement with land work.

Ainslie A.C War Service J. Fraser Lab Ajc.t House of Representatives Fraser Routhwell Boutnweno Yan Ina Queanbeyan War Service Land Settement Board NRW

Public Calls To Cost 3d in Saturday Telephony

Fragmented OCR text describes telephony charges and equipment changes with references to threepence rates, Saturday work, and intended services. It mentions attachments not operating with certain lines and a table of numbers, hinting at a public notice about costs and maintenance during a weekend shutdown.

Australie Tron Lechnieiana Phiivitely

Wrongful Sacking Alleged Complaint Lodged by Federated Engine

A murky filing claims wrongful dismissal involving a “Conelhufian Commun ioner” Mr A Findlay and Driverr 20d. Firemen. The Federated Engine alleges misconduct and seeks redress. Names and places appear tangled in the fragmented OCR text.

Vadininistration Bloc

Room In Drive In For 600 Cars

A drive in theatre planned to accommodate about 600 cars. Builders say spaces and a cooling system will be provided to keep patrons comfortable. The project aims to modernize local entertainment options and attract families from nearby areas.

T. Hosier

Judge Awards Damages in Littler Town Case

A local judge ordered John William Bund to pay 100 damages to Lowe Town after a civil dispute arising from a July 31, 1006 incident involving a motor vehicle. The court found negligence and noted a verdict for the plaintiff, with attorney Howrriman representing the plaintiff.

John William Bund Lowe Town Freon Lwo Orrick Frod Howrriman

plane crashes into bank and kills woman in Moscow wedding

A reported crash involving a plane and a bank led to the death of a Kuskean woman and an American groom. The couple, Daniel Sherich and a Moscow resident, had recently wed after a registry in Manila and were traveling from Stockholm to the United States when tragedy struck. The incident, details and exact location remain unclear in the fragmented report.

Kusmigo America Tor Severa Spars Fen Uuane Shenich Air Youtorda Stockholm Auger Daniel Sherich Vaindoa Moscow

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