25 Sep 1956
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1956
Page
1
OCR fragment mentions a possible shooting and crowbar incident involving a bank location and individuals referred to as Hay and Ga ioe. Details are unclear and names are partially corrupted, but the event centers on a violent act and potential property crime.
A partial report notes 4 the bat 60 pouring sass in a rematch. Whim and pam flewaa zou Geter are mentioned and the text hints at lingering doubts about outcome and performance.
Prime Minister Nehru voiced optimism over UN led moves to handle the Suez crisis. He cited talks in London and Cairo with King Saud and President Nasser and urged a peaceful settlement through the Security Council.
Witnesses report a bullet shattered a window on a train leaving Tynnyerd Station near Waverton. Passengers, including Thelma Cane and Ty Dulwich, describe a thud by head and shards flying. no one was hit. A child may be linked to the incident according to staff and passengers.
unclear fragmentary report notes Czech air patrol and a civilian involved in political asylum. police and military figures referenced amid a voyage incident.
Forty-four ships passed through the Suez Canal in three convoys yesterday signaling a return to normal traffic levels. Authorities noted that a typical daily average at this season is about forty-five ships, indicating steady operations ahead.
About 200 people including National Guard and armed forces officers were questioned as the Somoza regime faced a failed assassination attempt on its founder, Anastasio Somoza Garcia. Luis Somoza and Anastasio Somoza Debayle led the manhunt and the government prepared to seek congressional action. The injured leader was reported in satisfactory condition after operations in the Canal Zone hospital.
Princess Margaret led a reception at Government House in Mombasa during her East Africa tour. Guests in formal attire filled the courtyard and rooms as she appeared on the terrace in a dazzling white gown with a deep fichu. The crowd hushed at her three-quarters length dress.
Dr Halmi arrives with Second Secretary Susatmo Marto whardio and Mrs Helmi at Fair Bain after noon. Embassy Press officer B Santa Buddyman attends with Dr and Mrs Helmi’s youngest daughter. Bouquet presented by Friarsyetnf. External Affairs delegates welcome the envoy.
Captain Edgar Dirala of the West German freighter Monika said a shore battery off Amoy fired on his ship while seeking shelter from Typhoon Gilda. Harald Martens, 24, the German third engineer from Hamburg, was killed as fire rained on crew quarters between noon and 1:10 pm with the Monika about five miles from Talstan.
President Eisenhower was reported to have fully recovered his health and vigor a year after the heart attack suffered in Denver. The report notes his renewed strength and well being as of yesterday.
Canberra Labour Party members vote 5 to 14 against creating three new ALP branches in Canberra. The Canberra Branch urges NSW Executive to preserve existing structure and direct interested people to the Trades Hall Acton branch. A joint statement notes rollout plans for Turmer/O'Connor Ainslie and Southside branches with charter applications and local meetings.
The Victorian branch of the ALP schedules a meeting of New Australian migrants next Sunday at Melbourne Trades Hall. Speakers include Calwell Bryant Tripovich and M Jordan with multilingual remarks. An ALP official urges rejection of migration policies to avoid racial discrimination and secure employment for New Australians amid rising Melbourne and Geelong unemployment.
Ottawa reports the Soviet Union officer G F Poprov was ordered out on July 12 by Canada and left August 12 after External Affairs cited actions incompatible with his continue presence in Canada. Quebec Chronicle Telegraph notes two embassy officers tried to acquire RC Air Force jet fighter secrets.
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