Meat Prices Slaughtered Reflect Homemaker Struggle
Housewives voice concern over rising meat costs and scarce food varieties. The piece notes household burdens and difficulties in planning meals amid inflation.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1952
Page
6
Housewives voice concern over rising meat costs and scarce food varieties. The piece notes household burdens and difficulties in planning meals amid inflation.
A court proceedings summary describes a collision involving a bicycle rider and a car in Mitinnatreet, with damages and injuries leading to permanent impairment. The Hon. Mr. Justice Blenpann addresses bail for Kevin Jami Richardson, a Narrabundah labourer, and charges of criminal assault against Beryl Jean Quinn, with bail terms pending in the Dun-Derry Court and connected ordinance issues.
In Canberra yesterday two men appeared in court for failing to furnish tax returns. Donald George Bony of Ebden Street Armidale was fined £7 and ordered to pay costs for 1968 to 1940 income tax returns. Harold Fibberson of Diate Crescent Armidale faced 17s 6d for failing to furnish returns for 1940 and 1950s.
The report notes price levels for lamb and the plan to introduce lamb branding. Key figures and names are mentioned in relation to market discussion, with emphasis on prices paid for lamb and anticipated branding changes.
Fragmentary notes recount Cowra inquest into a death linked to flood heroism and suspected poisoning. Witnesses discuss Allan Williams, Mrs Norton, and alleged poisoning with thallium, with testimonial evidence from government analyst about lethal doses and postmortem findings. The hearing adjourned to the next day.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions Justice Mawel and Maxwell amid influense references. It references a judge resuming duties and a Monday deadline, with unclear names and dates. The text is garbled but centers on a judicial affair and scheduling.
Jumbled report notes heavy track conditions at Canterbury with Travers and Wertmemty among trainers facing rough going. Scratches and uncertain fields marked the day, as Main race favorites and trainers anticipated slower times and possible changes. Renavwick and October 4 are among mentioned events.
Reported by Hongkong papers that three Australian airmen, captured in Canton and tried by a Chinese People’s Court, were sentenced to up to five years imprisonment and then sent to the Hongkong border. They denied Chinese accusations and faced possible further charges.
Capetown reports police strikes against the movement of defiance to apartheid laws. Seven prominent leaders are charged under the Suppression of Communist Act as security forces move into Port Elizabeth, Grahinston, and beyond to quell unrest. Major General J. A. Beink arrives on an inspection tour amid warnings of industry interference and widespread government measures.
A court heard how three soldiers assaulted a youth at night in a park. The judge found two men guilty of cowardice for failing to intervene as the boy was attacked and unable to cry out for help.
Darcy Dugan, jailed for attempted murder at Gratton gaol, made an escape attempt by cutting the wall with a bucket handle. Prison officials stopped him, marking his fourth escape attempt. Authorities cited his notoriety as a prolific escape artist in Australia.
An official appeal calls for expanded sports facilities in Ukraine. The chairman cites Finland and Britain as benchmarks, noting population and existing tracks and facilities. The message stresses sport as a national priority and urges government action and investment.
The Kembla Grange meeting has been postponed due to wet weather. Racing organizers expect delays as forecasts show continued rain and difficult track conditions.
Expenditure for sealing Fyshwick Road and the construction of a culvert to enable a diversion of the Gee Lang Rud route was raised. Mr. Rogem, assistant development member, represented the matter to MP Mr. J. reser. Fyshwick is described as a primary production area awaiting inclusion in the Works Programme.
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