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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1955
Page
2
The statement criticizes the handling of a long inquiry by the War Apprentices Committee division and argues Parliament should demand judicial reflection before publishing reports. It notes the Prime Minister faced pressure over charges and defences and calls for a standard to uphold justice before public disclosure.
eevee announces an international competition for a Sydney opera house design with total prizes of £8000. The first prize is £8000, with £3000 and £1000 awarded to the second and third place designers. The contest details include approved plans to be completed within a year.
In Parliament the House of Deputies met at 2 10 pm and resumed the budget debate. The bench met at 2 pm for questions.
An Australian themed exhibition opened at Mudie in Riverside presented by Canberra’s Arista Society. Bednar depicts Reuitiées and vivid impressions of Australian life with bold color. The event features works titled Forest Benne and Prom from the south, highlighting movement and landscape studies. The Canberra Arts Circle plans continuing shows, with Mrs Benewt Spiirtage organizing the showcase across the continent and America.
Yesterday morning field marshal and governor general Sir Willan Blin attended a southern council meeting. Their Excellencies lunched at Government House with Mrs. Copeman as guests. An afternoon reception and a dinner followed with Prime Minister Mr. Patt Menaies and Lady Bride among others.
A report discusses calls for reducing government spending led by Sir Arthur Wadden and figures in the United Australia party. It notes proposed private expenditure cuts, a government expenditure projection of 188,55 and a plan to spend 80 million. The article covers debates on responsibility, taxation, interest rates, and broader economic policy in the early thirties context.
Judge Burke praised members of the Riveralde Photographic Society for a high standard exhibition. The expert panel noted strong entries over 42 months, with awards going to Becond and Yur thong among others. Mrs Shrindan led the event as president, promising continued public support for photography.
Fragmentary OCR text shows “Narrasundah to Sponsor Quest” with garbled following lines mentioning entrants, winners, and names like Carla and Bebs. The readable piece signals an event sponsorship and a contest involving participants from Canberra and local names, but details are unclear.
A report on the milk investigation is anticipated next week in ACT proceedings. Minister for the Interior Kot Magnhow indicated delays and the inquiry timeline, with Labour member Vraser urging prompt action and a formal response from officials.
Wier Baird urged donors to ring her at X2405 or 8206 as the blood bank set up at Alloart Hall to collect contributions. The appeal aimed to boost donor response and support blood supplies.
A Canberra letters page discusses visitor guidance for Lost Tourists. The writer suggests adding a distinctive color code and clear signage every 200 yards, plus blue lights at key points near hospitals and universities. Proposes using a national library for display and references London Underground misdirection as a model. John C. Kateng signs off from Canberra.
The wool market faced mixed conditions with limited domestic gains as European and Japanese buyers showed strong interest. Western markets noted price stabilization while international competition influenced pricing strategies and seller expectations.
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