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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 14, 1955

Page

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War Committee Report Not To Be Published

A distorted wartime inquiry summary describes Deputy Leader and others debating actions of Mr. Menafed and Paty. Investigation into the committee records found no prior appearance by certain individuals and no opportunity to question certain claims. The report recommended continued proceedings and further investigations, with a 1800 settlement noted in counsel advised civil actions.

Abowever Wena Ream Lan Paty Keon Menafed Measles Theorn Raymond Edward Patric Tia Vetter Fitajmirick Minthe Etigaliony Monsiey Ankllapatrick Shrer

Dr Evatt and the Byatt inquiry in postwar government

Fragmented text discusses Dr Evatt and Dr Byatt in a postwar inquiry context. Mentions committee aid, protests over legal objections, and calls for investigation into government actions and Commonwealth property. References to ministers, Cabinet and legal proceedings.

Prime Minister inquiry unfolds amid secret reports and charges

Fragmentary passages describe a confidential report to the Prime Minister about charges and alleged actions linked to Menzies era politics. The text cites a parliamentary inquiry, statements by Bourke, and criticism of attempts to make public certain facts while preserving secrecy.

Perliament

Request For Cut in Intermediate Monts Charge

Fragmented OCR text discusses proposed reductions in intermediate ward charges and health funding. Mentions NSW hospital funds, premier, minister for wealth, and potential revenue impacts. details are unclear due to garbled wording.

Pitala O'Bullven Liven Nsw Cahad Vuak Sloe

Three Japanese war criminals to be freed after decade

Washington reports three of seven major Japanese war criminals held in Sugao Prison Tokyo will be released after ten years in prison. Reuters cites Allied advisers and government officials noting the move as part of postwar policy amid opposition from the Netherlands and other powers.

Washington Tureday Imajor Sugao Privan Tokyo Reuter Ime 91 Areraion Pasine Eugenetra Inclines Zolenr Hingoro Eader Bart Asia Ckinartayn Tiyenoe Telicht Cueuk Tne Wartime Governiment Takya Smbir Allien Ingle America Rence Australis New Zealand Pakistan Netherlande Inene Jaen Hiroshi Gahima Ambamador Nwah Germany Koleh Kido Beai

Tasmanian Tax Increases Aim to Shore Budget

The Tasmanian Treasurer Mr Madden announced in the House of Assembly that motor taxation for private cars will rise 23 percent and commercial vehicles by 20 percent. He outlined revised rates to cover deficits, noting the year’s financial strain and the need for revenue.

Tuesany Tasmania Madden House of Assemly

Research claims over bombs, not research says Professor Messel

Fragmented OCR text notes Professor Messel railing against emphasis on bombs over research. The garbled piece mentions Minpurase Hows, Ryitny iver Prait, and a pile of unclear names and events, with references to Wor me Woes and Umbrellas of science.

Weamier Buin Mamie Bowne Sential Wentil Andy Ts Ausrana

Mr Landa urges housewives to buy less tea

Mr Landa argues for limited government action and price controls on wholesale and retail tea profits. He contends the redirection of subsidies and taxes could reduce consumer costs while criticizing broader Commonwealth policy and fiscal restraint.

Mr. Landa Mropaniy Tunwday Me Lain Bostlay Hong Lea Tenglint Landa Wan Aydney Commonwealth Minwher Festore Redtern Nls Toa

Senator McLeay Collapses Under Supervision at Hospital

Senator McLeay aged 63 collapsed at Calvary Hospital in North Adelaide during an event. He was admitted under constant supervision and later described as seriously unwell. The incident occurred over the weekend and prompted medical attention.

Belaide Fox Shipping and Transport

Bulganin Confident Of Result From German Discussions

Bulganin voices optimism about outcomes from talks with German officials. The account recalls a tense exchange as delegates, including Adinant and others, debated regulatory views and possible concessions amid ongoing diplomacy.

Bulganin

Trading Banks Instructed To Tighten Credit

Melbourne reports the governor of the Commonwealth Bank Dr H C Coombs calling for tighter credit. After Canberra talks the aim is to preserve Australia’s prosperity amid high demand and rising prices. Officials urged banks to restrain lending and await government guidance on new credit rules.

Melbourne Canberra Commonwealth Bank H. C. Coombs Toile Hank Inoresset Am Accinin Autsanilal Permanent

Cyprus Earthquake Strikes Paphos After Tremor Kills and Injures

A powerful quake in the Cyprus region caused building collapses and panicked residents. Reports reveal casualties and injuries at least since 1626 in linked Mediterranean areas, with damage noted in Paphos and inland Cyprus near Cyprus coast.

Howe Aera Permanele Lnke Mediterranien Cyprus Tel Nigeria Paphos

Parliament Debate Brews as Evatt Row Ends in Division

In a heated Commons style scene the government faced an opposition push during the adjournment debate. Mr Evatt crossed the chamber to vote against his party as Mr Willis of the Liberal group joined the opposition to demand a division. The government won the division and moved to the next amendment amid calls for clarity on constitutional election powers.

Nievernmrat Sive Hurstentey Legislative ‘Assembly Ar Wean Sinope Diga Tor Eva Eval Willis Given Acto Habroo Union Amce-Heurorn Gerenicky Mir Winn

Still No Decision On Car Trial Winners

Reporters crowd as officials delay naming winners in a car trial event. Names appear garbled, but references include Peter Thompyan and Malcolm Hienka amid talks of prize payments and sponsor involvement.

Phepee Wright Binh Sung Alkak Hl Fiat Peter Thompyan Malcolm Hienka Reyal Mutulds Seine Vupguai Humiiatani Ecuive Linn Hut Volksagen Uiatributore Tata

Watersiders On Profitable Job Noted in Local Ledger

Fragmentary OCR notes show Watersiders on a profitable job with figures near 18 and references to wages, a balance of an Etwur day, and mentions of Durant Hendler and a Prowsage. The text hints at daily earnings and work conditions, but clarity is limited on participants and exact duties.

Messing Gruenay Hendler Wes Combustion Forday

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