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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1955
Page
2
A cryptic item notes a score and names Sree Btrex and Cheom So in a political or sports style scoreline. It reads like a brief summary from a noisy OCR fragment with unclear context and mixed terms.
The analysis argues that Australia’s postwar expansion raises the risk of persistent payments deficits. Export gains may offset some imports but cannot sustain prosperity alone. Secondary industry must grow to support primary production, and policies should avoid prolonging inflation or downturns while acknowledging rising domestic activity.
An annual appeal at the auxiliary of a city hospital draws pledges and asks donors to contribute. The auxiliary secretary invites inquiries and notes collection funds will be directed to the hospital.
In Melbourne Pridsy Campechom privere trading tanks to get the second prize within the Tatters of Tattermul's concession was revealed today by the Great manager of the bank. A bank representative attended every drawing and noted the winner's home. The branch manager offered to collect the ticket and replace the prize with the wrong winner.
The article notes upcoming academic changes at CU C, with the appointment of new leaders in Oriental Civitan studies and the addition of a departmental post. It mentions Cameron and Donagan in forthcoming moves, including Donagan leaving in November for a new professorship and a move to the University of Minnesota.
Land near Molongto River to lease for vegetable farming announced on the 7th. Prospective lessees include KL of Power Horse Cottages and others listed by block numbers such as Constance 367 and Fryer Moorehouse Street. About 30 applicants are considered under the Department of the Interior’s vegetable farming program.
A community fete to raise funds for pensioners features the Conteiri Highland Hoc ety and Rory Club pipe band. It includes a variety of stalls and activities with entertainment planned by local groups and a hoped turnout from residents of Albert Uti Lita and surrounding areas.
Regional forecast shows fair to cloudy conditions with a few showers mainly over higher ranges. South-west to south winds become cool and fairly strong, with some rough seas expected along the coast. Rainfall and temperatures vary across districts with higher values inland.
The text reports a meeting about joining a trading centre with the chamber and decentralizing control. A proposed constitution alteration would empower leaders' representatives and strengthen the chamber while avoiding factional breakaways.
An ailing company believes it will fix the Lime, My, A.C, Bea, pool work as the contract moves forward. The department advertised for eight managers and hopes this will speed construction, with pay higher than before.
Singapore unions are split over the government's Security Bill introduced March 21 by Chief Minister David Marshall. Opponents warn emergency provisions threaten unions with mandatory notices to halt work and risk violent suppression, while moderates within the services union back limited support for containment measures.
The MMC band will give a series of concerts at the War Memorial on Sunday afternoon. Details of pieces and guest performers are to be announced.
In New York at the 10th United Nations General Assembly delegates from Africa push back on France's claim to rule the North African wan territories. The decision favored Free forces after a heated debate.
The article reports Reverend Alan Walker arguing that God remains essential to man and that modern science may be reconciled with Christian faith. He criticizes secularism and emphasizes faith as providing purpose, while noting science can complement religious belief without dethroning God.
The Foreign Office faced questions in Parliament over alleged spy escapes and the handling of sensitive cases. Mr Joid MacMillan defended policy and asserted no country could gain advantage from the actions in question. The exchange centered on the permanence and propriety of the intelligence operations and the Foreign Office response.
Nearly 10 enuarennag applica te Jon the Junior Society for One Prevention of Cruelty to Ani male, though not yet formed. The secretary at the Ma J. ia! yesterday said the children had learned about cruelty and would form a committee by October 7 to launch a programme. The adult RPA, formed recently, will not offer services until education is prioritized and a campaign for members is planned for the end of next month.
Mr Walker urged Christian public service through work for the community, warning against censorship and urging churches to be welcoming and active. He contrasted a compassionate, service oriented church with one that merely conforms or speaks but does nothing for society.
Mr. Brophy received a commemorative lamp and memento at a departmental dinner after presenting a book on finance. The event honored his public service and reflected goodwill from Treasury and related officials.
Weather delays at the Aero Club threaten to postpone the Semes Goldsmith Scholarship trials. The entrance exam includes aptitude tests and private instruction from instructors Massey Turkey Ayrton and Thompson. The event will run over the coming weekends, with winners announced later.
An OCR fragment lists church services and events with numerous place names such as Canberra North, Curtin, Duntroon, Yarralumle, and Pettier Bragdon. It mentions times like 10 a.m. and 6.30 p.m., various ministers and congregations, and notes on children’s services and anniversaries.
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