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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 09, 1952

Page

4

Fond Memories and Construction Notices From Canberra

A fragmentary notice recalls fond memories of a late spouse in 1948 and lists construction items in Canberra ACT, including gutters, drains, and timber works. Mentions of supplies, deliveries, and bids reference the Attorney General and local contractors amid a mosaic of unreadable OCR text.

Canberra Act Zid Wagener Saphoenterr Beeraving Canberre Bowen Fittings Hla Barman Ayeabundab Wallace Parliament Reid Ringani McKay B.v.se Hyd Univ Arthur

Appointment notice at Canberra on 6 September 1952

Damination for appointment to the post of postal at Canberra ville held at Canberra on 6 September 1952. unclear entry notes arithmetic and beneficiary details.

Canberrsville Canbere

Balkans Tension Increases Over Gamma Island

The report notes Greece may resume military moves on Gamma Island as Bulgaria seeks to reoccupy it. It warns UN inaction could invite wider conflict, comparing the risk to a powder keg in the Balkans and urging urgent UN attention to prevent a regional war.

Lutmough Gresce Tak Gamma Island Bulgaria Balkaria Paniancia United Nations Commiuion Balkans Greece Commission Tha United Nations

Royal Family Leaves Balmoral for London

Fragmentary notice describes the royal family departing Balmoral for London with the Queen Mother to travel to the capital. Names and details are unclear due to garbled OCR but indicate a royal residence move and travel plans from Balmoral to London.

Weather Forecast and Barometer Report

The forecast from the Meteorological Station lists a barometer reading of 30.020 inches at 8 am and a triadic forecast for 8 pm. Maximum temperature for the 24 hours was 27.6 degrees with a minimum around 0. The forecast covers 34 hours beginning today with warnings of colder conditions in the southeast district and moderate to rough winds from the southwest quadrant.

Canden Troma Aim Epicre

Memorial Window Dedicated at St Johan's Church

A memorial window will be dedicated at St Johan's honoring the patron saint Dawels. The event is organized by the Canberre District Boy Benita Association and attended by foundation members and the church secretary.

St. Johan's

New Capacity Tank For Lower Red Hill Reservoir

The Department of Works calls for tenders to complete a one million gallon capacity tank at the Lower Red Hill Reservoir. An official notes the project aims to improve water supply. Submissions are invited from eligible contractors.

Red Hill Reservoir Department of Works Ak Toe Lowe Queanbeyan Beth Water

Letters To The Editor From Oaks Pace Readers

A reader group voices concern over a July 30 election and the slate of officers. The writer stresses the district’s reputation and urges turnout, noting many residents abstained while others spoke up.

Te. Se Needs One In 52 Te. Se Needs One In 52

Incomplete OCR fragment mentions Te Se and numbers. no clear event or entities present. Summary cannot determine a具体 news item from the provided text.

Incomplete OCR: Tax Rates and Chamber Notes

Fragmentary text mentions sales tax and a chamber, but lacks clear facts, dates, places, or names to form a full news item.

Tour Abroad Costs Reported at Eleven Thousand Pounds

Vague remarks from industry figures hint at high travel costs and potential restrictions on European trips. Officials discuss funding and urgency for a planned tour abroad, with emphasis on avoiding excessive expenses while meeting objectives.

Bateman Charged With False Clerk Gauging Incident

A Melbourne area court heard Brice Frederic Bateman 25 of Maltourne faced charges after being accused of presenting forged cheques. The proceedings referenced a stolen cheque book, forging signatures, and alleged theft of funds totaling hundreds to thousands of pounds, involving Australian transfers and travel. Detective W H Garvey outlined the case as part of the Warragul connection.

Brice Frederic Bateman Maltourne Wen Wnes falee_ pe Geelong Ee Pee Thant Bateman Telp Bythel Byaney Hobart Launtesten T Fe Warragul Mafeinan Menaies Serty Australia Aeran Hytragn Tna Welehner

Canberra Court Sees Mulitple Fines For Motor Vehicle Offenses

Court records show defendants including Domenico Martello and Dominic Patilipe facing charges from driving without a license to driving without third party insurance. Sentences range up to five days in jail with fines and periods of probation as officials note cooperation with police.

Mansing Rilea Thawsan LADOM David Frederick T Lincer Shou ci Widi Cent Mialons Animatia Strat Kald Wan Fin Dendrites Ceive Ysinat Nos i Sotaalt Domenico Martello Charles Sires Brunmwick Mathouras Hae Court Tnur Sammuk Gaye Poorpanta Bat City Moris Caries Ranes Shere Branewicke Malboare Blin T. Harivel Cdc Waren Hanaroons Forbert Imac Jonea Tae Ball Street Avail Waa Thelor Mt Telopas Park Geriffith Biazlend Stesceht Btuart Birett Arel Wey Gang Wetana Ihe Inlle Wight Alinga City Moe Sefauiy Sree Dave Clement Francus Patilipe University Jovenua Waane

Church Services Plan Hidden In Ragged Text

Fragmentary OCR notes outline church services and dates with unclear locations and times. Names and specifics are unreadable, but reference to a PCC and community event hints at a parish gathering and worship schedule.

Payroll theft baffling police says inspector

Police remain baffled as investigators seek the whereabouts of the suspect in a payroll theft case. Detentive Inspector A Tanna'lil warns interstate authorities to stay alert and share any leads ahead of tomorrow’s interstate race meet.

A- Tanna Lil Manay Ae Aa Beaet Tna Doe Ivan Toon Air Ark Ubder

Preliminary Talks On Taxation Transfer Deciding State Revenues

Canberra hosts talks between Commonwealth and State Treasury experts to plan restoring taxing powers to the States. Conference aims to study conditions for abandoning uniform tax and resuming separate revenue-raising, with expected Premier support and a June 30 tax reallocation deadline.

Canberra Commonwealth Treasury Inter Qhia Cele Euith “Govarnscent Uuet Tt Dagally Ayater Rhet

Ships And Planes Warned Of Monte Bello Danger Zone

Advisory warns ships and aircraft of a Monte Bello danger area stretching from Barrow Island to Mary Anne Island about 39 miles northeast of Onview. Early warnings set the hazard limit and may trigger declarations restricting land and water access within the marked zone.

Monte Bello Darger Barrow Island Mary Anne Island Onview Hitar Renin

Fragmentary wartime report hints at air raid and casualty

The readable fragments describe an aerial incident with landed canisters and a target area. References to planes, islands, and possible casualties are present though details are incomplete.

Royal Canberra Golf Associates event at Canberra site

A Canberra golf meet notes a Thursday session with players including Mrs Jemingott and Michiuine. The event mentions a scratch handicap and grades Crome and Gross, with MoLexy leaving for Murnetbrook during the week of August 16.

Royal Canberra Golf Associates Raya Sunberra Gere Titorinae Mra Murnetbrook Crome Gross J.emingnott Aire BS Michiurinie

Veenstra Appeal Acknowledged and Status Report

A brief entry notes that the Veenstra appeal was acknowledged for consideration. The record mentions a prior donation and references related procedural steps, with no further details on outcome or date provided in the readable text.

Combined Union Team to Play Wagga Today

A local combined union team prepares to face Wagga today with players including Brenner, Regyning, and Prameren. The lineup spans clubs across the northern suburbs and northeastern districts as the match at Manuka Oval approaches.

Wagga W. A Wes Wm. Brenner Yonee AL JS. Wallelate H.W. Prameren Junot Manuka Ovat Hirobar Faber Benes Faber Stokea Hageon Mace

Floods Disrupt Maitland Area Weather Weathers River

Flooding disrupts Maitland as rivers rise sharply. Water breaches banks and rails with heavy flows from the northeast. Officials warn of rising flood risk, closed roads, and danger to homes as the river peaks. Residents brace for further high water and possible evacuations.

Commonwealth To Give Further Flood Relief Aid

Commonwealth to provide additional flood relief funds up to 10000 pounds to assist affected communities and support recovery efforts across regions. Government officials say the aid will target shelter, food, and reconstruction needs in disaster zones.

Commonwealth

Minister Meets Growers On Wheat Plan Future

A minister plans talks with growers in Perth about the wheat price guarantee scheme. The discussion aims to extend guaranteed prices for next year’s crop and assess the program’s continuation under the federation’s policy. The date and further details remain unsettled as discussions proceed.

Sanat Pthe Acs Federation Snd Aguinaltural Perth

Fragmentary Economic Debate On Inflation and Policy

The text references a theoretical discussion on inflation control and fiscal policy. Mentions a treasurer, Peter, India badges, and inflation measures, with vague remarks on balancing maintenance costs and moral incentives. Unclear who leads the debate or the exact historical context.

Peetertny Mir Arthur Padden India Hare

Death of former MLC reported from Stonet Friday

An obituary notes the death of a former member of the Legislative Council in Stonet. It records a heart attack as the cause and cites a date in the late July period, with limited readable specifics from the damaged text.

Stonet Fridey Eel Pepe Hota Meagan Gio

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