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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 10, 1955

Page

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Crowd of 300 mobs prisoners outside Goulburn gaol

A crowd of about 300 mobbed Frank Browne and Raymond Fitzpatrick as they left Goulburn Gaol for Sydney after three months for breach of parliamentary privileges. They were delayed by about 15 minutes. Browne and Fitzpatrick were remanded prisoners held in Canberra then transferred to Goulburn gaol.

Goulburn Frank Browne Raymond Fitzpatrick Sydney Frankie Fitapatrick Browne Piapatrice Canberra Toont

Umpire Referee Tensions Preview Canberra Clash

Melbourne official Nunn will umpire the interstate match between Anton and Sanuk amid emphasis on clean play. Canberra officials, Mind Cunhovyn and Br Jim, visit for a motor tour as Injuries threaten key players like Parson Whit and Robertson. The Combine eye a third successive premiership with Manuka forwards noted as danger men.

Svansonne Betwee Quisibeyan Anton Sanuk Nunn Melbourne Wight Nun Teamani Malon Hwaun Jim Will Canberra National Football Hyn Lam Quaan

Spy inquiry report on Wednesday sparks parliamentary action

The espionage inquiry in Canberra adjourns for a few days to allow members to study the draft report. The full report on graft alleged during the war is set for release to Parliament and the public, with copies available through the Sub-trust agency. Vladimir Petrov case linked to the inquiry, dates and hearings noted.

Feros Senwyet Continanton Mentien Howes Representativen Weanenday Mternoon WNL Venditure Committee Petrov

Council defers action on new road linking to main road

Queanbeyan Municipal Council defers decision on a proposed new road linking Tron Quianbeyan to the Ute main road. The delay aims to prepare comparable cost analyses of widening Uriarra Road and surveying and surveying for a future highway route. An engineer notes a plan for a tree lined avenue may be considered.

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Evidence Hearing on Canberra Development Hears From Officials

A parliamentary committee heard rising discussion on Canberra development and funding. Representatives from the Commonwealth Art Advisory Board and Australian Arts Institute leaders presented material as final evidence to support the committee’s pending report within weeks.

Canberra Hun Répart Cork Aulptuide WC. Weut Australian Tans Fing Institute Commonwealth Art Advisory Board

Queanbeyan Man Defamed as Inveterate Thief by Judge

A Queanbeyan man was called an inveterate thief in court after being found guilty of breaking into a hotel with intent to steal. Donald James Rushton, 20, of Crest Road, faced sentencing following the incident near midnight at the Hotel Queanbeyan. He escaped custody but was recaptured the next day by Queanbeyan detectives. The judge admonished him for lacking appreciation of law and order.

Mr. Junticn J. Hitzpatrick Covina Scanlona Donald James Rushton Crest Road Queanbayun Tor Braaklig Lista Queanbeyiuir Tashan Pledden Amine Lia Ata Sonelctione

Thousands flood Melbourne trial cars amid chaotic street scene

Police struggled as crowds surged around a test car parade from Port Melbourne to St Kilda. Fire crews fought a Peugeot blaze after an early arrival, while onlookers crowded the route and officials attempted to maintain order.

Mirney Pootaoray St. Kilda Soldon Bray Peugeot Comtrot Bray Coperte Rockhampton Ayar

Bourke Challenged To Prove Or Pay £1000

Sydney reports Minister of Justice Me Downing offered W M Bourke a £1000 stake to prove or disprove allegations Bourke made in Federal Parliament. A panel would hear Bourke's case with the money donated to charity if his claims were false, amid broader political debate during the McKell Government term.

Bourke Sydney Nsw Downing Tosiay W. M. Bourke Bertin NASA Hr Sai Vink Kil McKell Maxweil Pati Tawny

Menzies to Confer With Banks on Economic Measures

Prime Minister Menzies plans talks with bankers in Canberra and Sydney about the economy. He aims for a final government strategy to relieve financial difficulties. Bankers may support credit measures while wool prices fall, affecting export income.

Mensey Canberra Woriday Rma Toad Finahelal Mr Mansion Tatiel Sydney Banka Eskard Ministertal and Commercial Souirena Australia Theunian

Bomber Crashes After Hitting Flock Of Hawks

A bomber crashed after colliding with a flock of hawks near Larwin airport. Authorities said the crash damaged the aircraft and wreckage scattered across the runway area. A serviceman aboard the four engine plane survived with injuries, and airport crews worked to secure the scene.

Panwin Erany Sinteen Phallengeri Aml Pilal Ealing

Australian Labour Party clash over foreign policy at Congress

Report of the foreign policy debate at the trade union Congress in which ALP leaders clashed with factional members. Monk and Muash criticised the party line while calls for a more independent stance on government influence through industrial action were aired amid broader internal disagreement.

Silbourne Monk Auatrain Bean Mantig Mall Accu Rudy Eetaration

Nineteen Day Limit Placed On Public Service Appeal

A court orders a nineteen day limit on a public service appeal. The ruling. sets a tight schedule for the Public Service Board to decide the case, with hearings resuming Monday. The matter involves a $420,000 claim and potential impacts on public service organizations.

Advisory Council Seeks Reform Of Planning Committee

The Advisory Council urged the Minister for the Interior to review the National Meaning and Development Committee’s composition. Proposals favor broader local representation, a balance between planning and advisory roles, and safeguards against private interests influencing appointments.

Tiawan Beal Ja Council Prioris A. T. Shakespeare Setenadrew Ovis Tor Berra Eltivens

Review of Act Laws Too Slow in Parliament Discussions

Proceedings recount the delay in advancing a civil service reform act. Officials debate draft wording and the inclusion of a department restructuring. Law officers face questions on timelines and the role of the Attorney General in finalizing provisions.

Traffic Jam Near Civic Centre Causes Wrecks and Delays

A traffic collision near the Civic Centre blocked blocks and halted flow for over an hour. Witnesses report a top of a vehicle crushed and windshields shattered as two cars collided at an intersection. Ambulance crews attended the scene while officers controlled the congestion before the area reopened. Local residents, including Arthur Hyde and William Anderson, were involved in the incidents and later statements described the delays and injuries.

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