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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 24, 1955

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Soviet Open to Blueprint Exchange If Bases Show

Report says the Soviet Union will conditionally accept President Eisenhower's plan for exchanging military blueprints if bases in Europe and elsewhere are monitored. Sources claim Moscow hopes for Geneva spirit and United Nations involvement to ease the confrontation.

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Atoms Unlikely To Replace Coal In Coming Years

A Canberra report on the future of steel and power from theAtoms for Peace conference in Geneva argues coal will remain dominant. It notes high capital costs for atomic plants versus coal plants and warns of social impacts from shifting energy power, with Australia considering atomic options.

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Sharp Rise in Australian Greasy Wool Exports

A Commonwealth Statistician report shows greasy wool exports from Australia nearly doubling in the year to August compared with the previous year. Total exports reached 3,206,000 pounds in 1904 and 1,508,000 pounds in 1899, with West Australia and the United Kingdom among top buyers. Belgium, France, and the Netherlands also purchased large quantities while some regions, including Mexico and Yugoslavia, showed limited activity.

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Unclear text suspends official duties over documents

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a suspension of an officer at an undefined location with mention of supplying documents. Names and places are partially garbled, leaving ambiguity about the actor, authority, and exact action.

Messenger Killed in Bicycle Collision in Canberra

An elderly telegram messenger, Waldintr Witalik, was killed when a motor cycle struck his bicycle on Canberra street at about 7 20 pm. He was thrown and died before hospital arrival. Robin King Aldridge of Higpinn Crean treated for abrasions. The ACT Coroner Mr Keane began an inquiry into Witalik's death.

Telegra Gmiger Waldintr Witalik Ayele Uherson Treet O'Connor Witalik Vitalyk Canberra Aibisance Robin King Aldridge Higpinn Act Keane Witeliie

Restore Monarchy in Madrid and Pension Demands

A disrupted report outlines General Franco asking Parliament to restore the monarchy in Spain and to grant an annual pension of 200 000 pesetas to Queen Victoria Eugenie widow of the king. It probes payment locations including Switzerland and Britain and cites arrears and total sums in pesetas and sterling as arguments for the plan amid Madrid political tensions.

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Railwaymen Desert Aneurin Bev in Election Battle

A garbled report notes railway workers deserting Aneurin Bevan as the National Listen party contemplates the leadership race. It mentions Jim Bevan and Hugh Gaitskell as rivals and a claimed 100000 vote tally to back a candidate at an upcoming conference.

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Mr. Morton Urges Works Transfer To Contractors

Mr Morton calls for shifting public works to private contractors to boost productivity and reduce costs. He warns current systems hinder development and pressures unions, government, and households with higher prices. He asks for a national conference with Prime Minister Menzies to discuss the issue.

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Desert road incident leaves American team stranded

A Friday event described a US team suffering a vehicle mishap in the desert. Report notes a four-qualify result or outcome under consideration, with details limited by the fragmented OCR text.

New Regime Dissolves Peronist Congress

Argentina reports a new administration dissolving the National Congress as Peronist factions lose power. A provisional government promises civic duty and freedom of expression while negotiations continue with Paraguay about fugitive leaders and regional stability.

Peronist Congress Blenos Aires Juan Pero Nnts Usey Cordoba

Bundestag Okays Diplomatic Link With Russia

Germany's Bundestag approved an exchange of ambassadors with Russia and a pledge to release German prisoners held in Russia. Premier Bulganin promised prisoner releases following strained Soviet West Germany ties with Chancellor Adenauer last week.

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North Queensland Irrigation Plan Approved by Cabinet

Brisbane reports a state cabinet decision to finance a major irrigation project in North Queensland. The scheme targets the Burdekin River region extending beyond Mang tne to irrigate thousands of acres of land that remain mostly undeveloped. The announcement comes from the premier as part of a broader push for safer regional development.

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Inaugural Bell Bay Aluminium Ingot Opens in Launceston

The Ball Bay aluminium works in Launceston opened with Mr Eale presiding. About 800 attendees including government figures and plant workers attended the ceremony. Boss Austen and officials noted Australia’s aim to boost aluminium production amid power and price concerns. The commission forecasts 6 000 to 11 000 tonnes this year and next, depending on power supply and cost.

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Terms for co existence in United Nations debate

Australian External Affairs Minister KG Suey outlined precise terms for peaceful East West coexistence. He warned that coexistence requires one country or group not to subdue another, and that real policy decisions must come from Communist governments before any co existence can occur. He urged unity at Geneva as talks sought to curb subversion and noted differing views on international dimensions and internal decisions.

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Britain Won't Recognize East Germany Says Adenauer

In Bonn Chancellor Adenauer told Western allies that Britain will likely withhold recognition of the sovereignty of Communist East Germany. He cited German confirmation and asserted Western support for a cautious approach amid divided Germany.

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Deaths On Roads In Three Months

The report covers road deaths and injuries in Australia for the quarter ending March. Total fatalities rose slightly from the previous period, with NSW, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, and ACT reporting numbers. Injuries reached 11 075 and total accidents 23 798, up from the prior quarter. The piece notes fatal crashes occurred away from intersections and cites distribution by vehicle type and region.

Australia New South Wales Victoria Queensland South Australia Tasmania Australian Capital Territory Thiam Vinta Yen Commonwealth Statiatician

Contests for Pre Selection Narrow Labor Party Rifts

Reported disputes over pre selection ballots threaten the Labour Party process with claims of disqualification and credentialing disputes. Officials examine branch ballots in Watson elections amid Navy increase tensions and candidates contesting the Warren seat.

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Bank Manager Scene From Obscure Clip

Fragmentary OCR notes depict a bank manager smoking and aged statements reference names or places. The garbled text mentions a person named Downs and hints at a bank setting with casual dialogue and scattered identifiers.

Quotas for Asians Urged by Rev Walker

Rev Walker argues for a racial quota policy as part of a wider plan to aid Asia and other wealthy nations. He cites Australia and Japan as examples of prosperity and urges a fair share of resources for poorer regions while cautioning against fixed figures.

Rev. Walker

German Unity Seen As Chief World Problem

A report outlines that German reunification is viewed as the era’s top global issue. The article cites officials discussing Europe’s stability and peace amid divided Germany and notes comments by UN and Australian representatives on potential moves.

Germany Europe RG Casey Australia Camty Wald Uae

Israelix Killed In Bus Ambush Report

A bus ambush in the region left Israelix dead and several others injured. The attack occurred after a departure from a nearby city, with authorities confirming fire injuries among the victims.

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