Butter price hike to hit New South Wales and Queensland
Brisbane dispatch reports from August 27 that retail butter prices will rise to 2/8 per lb in Queensland and New South Wales from Wednesday. Acting Premier V. C. Gair announced Queensland's rise after Cabinet, saying NSW may follow. Proceeds from the 5.8d. increase go to producers. the rest to the butter wrapper. The Commonwealth subsidy covers extra production costs until June 1952.
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Police raids in Melbourne uncover stolen items and cash
Police in Melbourne seize money and jewellery valued around £2900 after raids. Items include ring valued at £2600, bonds, notes, and various personal valuables. Officers report recovered property and ongoing investigations into involved men.
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Southeast Asia delegates push for broader representation
In Melbourne, August discussions center on increasing South East Asia representation at regional forums. Deputy External Affairs head Casey notes need for more delegates to engage with Australia and global partners. He warns the Communist Party’s stance could shift regional dynamics and impact ongoing talks.
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Mr Sh Pike to Retire From Acting Premier Post
A garbled report indicates Mr Sh Pike plans retirement after 39 years in public service. The notice suggests changes in the acting premier position and salary details, with unclear references to government roles and dates.
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Government urges production rise to curb inflation
The speech argues that inflation cannot be tamed by government alone and calls for individuals and workers to boost output. It stresses producers must raise efficiency, adopt devotion to development, and expand capacity to balance spending power with goods. It highlights development programs, infrastructure, and improved water storage to aid growth.
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Prices Fall at Sydney Wool Auction Opens Season
Sydney wool buyers react as best merino prices drop five to ten percent on opening day of the 1961-52 season in Spdkey. Inferior wool falls 20 to 15 percent with United States absent and Britain, mill buyers, and Japan bidding on sale lots. Top price 1s3d per lb for marine ewe fleece. earlier top 1s7d per lb. Mundane bidding observed amid tense market atmosphere.
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Trial adjourned as new Crown Prosecutor takes over case
The hearing starts with Be Coy Consowe as Crown Prosecutor for Maguire Ther a. Jury challenges arise while 13 jurors are called. The court records difficulties in selecting a panel as evidence timelines from prior incidents are reviewed. The trial is adjourned to tomorrow.
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Mose Potatoes Victoria Action Pining Civic 23 Se
Fragmented OCR text unclear with multiple garbled phrases. Readable elements mention Mose Potatoes and Victoria civic action, with references to Melbourne and seized items. No coherent events, dates, or names clearly identifiable for a reliable summary.
Indian decision on Japanese peace treaty defies hopes
New Delhi August 27 The Indian government announced it will not sign the Japanese peace treaty nor attend the proposed conference. Prime Minister Nehru stated the decision follows Western insistence and U S terms linked to Asia and the Far East. The move signals India’s stance amid postwar diplomacy and regional tensions.
Fragmented OCR text on sea water and salt removal
Fragmentary OCR note discusses salt removal from sea water and related political or policy talk. The garbled lines mention salt comments, supplies of fresh water, and references to authorities, without clear events or people.
Four Asw. Union Officials To Be Summoned
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Formation of a steel pool in Australia proposal
A suggestion urged the formation of a steel pool in Australia to enable local authorities to proceed promptly with pipe projects. It cites the need for cast iron piping and notes Townsville offered the lowest quotation, though the record shows the wording is partially garbled.
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Fragmented OCR note on travel abroad and fuel issues
The readable text hints at a discussion of must go abroad plans, room arrangements, and a petrol fuel topic. Mentions include a Demetmant of na Cu Griese, SF Gorter, and various arranged details. The fragmentary lines suggest a travel or logistics memo with references to petrol, water, and August dates.
Evacuation Stay Tales Amid Abydan Exades Weroot
A garbled wartime note chronicles British evacuation stays in Abyadan Exades Werooot. The fragmentary text mixes foreign phrases and misread terms, but hints at a cautious wartime stance, air raids, and civilian movement. No clear dates, places, or named entities are reliably identifiable.
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Diesel Locomotive Trial Shows Powerful Engine
Fragmentary OCR text references a diesel locomotive trial with mentions of a Cecil engine, machetes, and British power figures. The readable phrases hint at testing a strong diesel locomotive and related equipment, but the garbled source limits clear event details or outcomes.
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Waka Bemeiee Uy
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