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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 20, 1952

Page

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Magna Carta copies returned to Britain from vast legal trove

The article details return of key Magna Carta copies including the 1297 Inpeximum issue and a Lincoln Cathedral copy, with description of their preservation in Guildhall and the National Library. It notes royal confirmations in 1397 and the fragile survival of only a few manuscripts across Britain and abroad.

Commonwealth National Library London Edward I John Henry Inn of England Commonwealth National Library Lincoln Cathedral Ais Esafmon Robert Ie Nan Flanders Aung Edward Sharer Foreat Inapeximum

Tehran Premier Moseadeq Nearing Critical Health

Reports from Tehran claim Prime Minister Mohammed Moseadeq's health is deteriorating with doctors summoned to his bedside. Officials fear potential moves by the cabinet and parliament as a state of uncertainty surrounds his condition and possible political changes.

Teheran Mohammed Moseadeq Roporin Iedrantan Tetria Tousell Hagar

Speaker Cameron announces republic copy to Parliament House

The Speaker of the House, Mr Cameron, announced yesterday that the copy of the heritage document, prepared for preservation, would be placed in Parliament House for open inspection by members. He praised the Library Committee and Mr Evatt for securing the copy and stressed its significance to democracy and English law.

Cameron Farinment House Eadmeron Vai Anatralla Ruanymeda Ing Waaoar Isom Evatt We Menten Library Government Ue Arte

SINO-SOVIET FRONT SHAPING AGAINST JAPAN SEEN IN MOSCOW TALKS

London reports a strong Communist China delegation in Moscow will discuss posture toward Japan and Korea after the U S presidential election. Observers say a Sino Soviet anti Japanese front could trigger the mutual aid provisions of the Sino Soviet pact if war erupts, affecting Far East strategy and U S policy.

London Tuesdace A China Moscow Russia Korea Japan Washington Cherrvete Maule Bing Bovier Caine Observera

New Zealand to Raise Interest Rates Immediately

Wellington reports the government will lift the permissible rate from 3 percent to a higher level, effective at once. The aim is to curb inflation and ensure the banking system remains stable amid urgent financial conditions.

Acheson Attacks Britain Over Oil Dispute

New York reports the American Secretary of State Acheson criticized Britain's handling of the protracted oil dispute with Iran. He warned the Truman administration would offer economic aid to press Britain toward settlement and asserted U S leadership in resolving the impasse. President Truman approved a controversial policy paper on international oil.

New York Tuowtay Stain Bean Acheson Mpitiah Robert Allen New York Post Corona Ma “Trem Westinton Elecn Adin ‘Stevenson Adewn Olf Diaputte Acheson Truman Britain Allen Achenon United States Washington Trimes Agceet Egort Middle Aa John Sparkman Agen Sien Alma Sieger Tata Jar2up big-Americam Brie

British Army Plans Atomic Shells for Frontline Use

Britain moves to equip its army with tactical atomic weapons as part of a program set for 19 details. The plan envisions forward deployment and a central control for weapon delivery, aimed at rapid impact on targets.

London Britain Snibiery

Defence Committee Plans Overall Defence Expenditure and Recruiting

The Defence Committee will set an overall expenditure of 200,000 pounds for defence services and allocate funds to various branches. The plan includes reviewing recruiting frames and possibly cutting recruiting for the Regular Army by 20 percent to meet higher educational and physical standards.

Defence Committee Ee Penditure Bussek Beokon St Tll Australia Usta Miniater Sm.harrison Mr Beale Avmy Prancis Mii Ve Navy Alt McManon Tree Aervicca Melbourne Pro Framme Regal Army Jaiding Hs Fruita

Unclear cricket test report from noisy OCR

Damaged text describes an Indian Test cricket match abandoned after rain with references to Bedser and weather, partial scores and wickets. The fragmentary lines mention innings totals, players and a possible London location but lack clear structure or full facts.

London Mylaod Todin Alee Bedser Ave Aghat Hednor Hlagnen Grimmer Mary Coat Thas Harnca Naval India Kenny Knalanc

28 Officials Missing in Devon Floods

An official list reports 28 people missing amid Devon floods affecting Barnstaple and nearby towns. Relatives seek information as rescue operations continue, while financial aid and salvage efforts are noted in ongoing coverage.

Devon London Tesiay Ofc Boa Iit Barnstaple Taarby North Devon Nort Devon Omersel Bainburgh Symmouth Ugasi-Duc Opie Takly Telegraph Batbrook Cottage

Casualty List For Royal Australian Regiment in Korea

A community notice lists 24 members of the Royal Australian Regiment in Korea, including names of Private Blaney Bulteyshaw Merrylunde and Captain Brign Campbell Lav er ge among the wounded and killed in action. The tally shows several Private and Warrant ranks with locations such as Curramar Wan area and Maitland.

Royal “Australian Regiment Korea Yaterday Francia Blaney Bulteyshaw Merrylunde Allan Hl At Wan Alfred Jacone Kurnell Act Vivian "John Donalanom Curramar Francia Ronald Hagen Regent Park Trevor Dick Devonport Lip Maxwell Weir Witwon Biaihiowss Blantey Wee ‘Hem Tawa Colac Blan Ryamen Fenny Wynard Minewell Arthie Garratt Sweatwanth Allied Thomas Henry Clark Wataon'a Bay Bruce Elwin Bald

New Immigration Plan in Prospect for Australia

Aged transcript outlines an upcoming Australian immigration plan to bolster manpower and economic growth. Officials discuss constraints of current programs, potential reforms, and the challenge of integrating foreign workers into social and economic structures while addressing overpopulation concerns.

Australia Te Ation Ate Austral

Immigration scheme eyed for rural Australia plan

The acting Minister for Emigration Mr Meat announced a scheme aimed at moving small rural families from Europe to Australia. Aims include land allotments and limited government participation, with targets to ease migration through small rural allocations and support from colonial authorities.

Tne Sciniter Wrenaing Buraese Australia Andiat Capital Oh & Acale Awssralian Marsial Fewollrcas Meat Tonight Afr Hell Geneva Ornmenta Mt. Beale Australle Euirope

Migration talks on German migration to Australia

The Australian government discusses limited German migration to Australia amid a push by Germany for placement of 15 000 Germans abroad. The acting Minister for Immigration notes talks with West German authorities on a small scale program while some migrants have already left Australia. Officials say a number intend to return to their homeland or seek Malta as an alternative, with further decisions pending.

Germany Aus Falla Cimijpration Lerdey Colt Weat Carman Australia Ibeale Malta Mr Ie

Increased margins reformed to AR claim new employment scope

The fragment notes a reform or increase in margins connected to AR and TOF with a stated rise of 100 per SU IANO MN TOE on four places. It mentions the Australian Halfway Vols as addressing all employers in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania.

Victoria South Australia Tasmania

New Metal Promises Cheaper Radio Sets From Germanium

Dr R Smith-Rowe, director of Ralia Research, reports in London on Germanium research for radio valves and transistors. Pure germanium shows different behavior with impurities, enabling cheaper radios and possibly transistor use in television. Manufacturing advances could reduce costs and heat in sets.

Bydney R. . Smith-Rowe Romburen Gandan Gormianiuin Hinchiona Valve Fentiata International Sadi Aclentife Union Smith-Rose Ald Lonedon

Nests of Traitors Still in Public Service Declared

A transcript shows Mr Casey stating that nests of traitors remain in public service and hints at delays in arrest. He criticizes impatience and defers to prior statements, urging calm while inquiries continue.

Camy Biden Monaro Caney Casey Ruse Camry

Murray River at Mildura hit by floods and damage

The Murray River near Mildura is rising and causing damage as floodwaters flow downstream. Homes and outbuildings have been inundated, with two large houses evacuated and several temporary shelters set up for displaced residents. Water levels remain high, affecting crops and local property along the river.

Melbournte Tusscay Murray Midna Wagel Nee ‘Peaser Aeet Mire Bhulapa Revue Corse Euston

Scottish Decent for Perret Prompts Unclear Call

Fragments mention Scottish descent for Perret and a mur calla phrase with garbled names. Context and intelligible details are unavailable.

Perret

Two Universes Collide In Space Observation Report

Researchers from Australia and overseas announce evidence of a collision between two parallel universes. Observations from radio telescopes trace signals to Mount Palomar and other sites, with teams including Hanbury Brown and others detecting interuniversal emissions billions of miles away.

Sydney Tureda Australien Feland Univarene Autrasian Aden Radio Boyipo Union Assembly Tonday Miu Mst Dover Hagin Chro THY Aien Detsoted Nolae Eran Uey Univeree Wach Perth and Salar Ingland Amith Ger Andy MF Fe Hanbury Brown al’ Manchester Giba Mt. Petomar Ona Satronomers Kislag Pricmar

Resignation of Navenny October Administrator Named

Unclear text indicates a resignation involving Navenny October and an administrator role. Mr Mantuck is mentioned as announced yesterday in connection with the change. Further details are not readable.

Jehards Mantuck

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