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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1952
Page
4
Department of Works Tanetamne invites Cosine as indicated by the Director of Works. The notice references erection of and Cellegs in Puntrocn ACT. Details to be announced, including timing and actions required by contractors.
Pakistan seeks to order 8 000 to 10 000 tons of Northern NSW coal as part of a trial shipment. The Panetan High Commission and officials discuss price feasibility and supply from Australia, with emphasis on securing coal at a fair price amid logistical constraints.
The report notes a daytime maximum of 74 and a 9 am to 6 pm span with a high of 68 in the morning period. Scattered to broken clouds and light to moderate winds are expected with no significant precipitation indicated.
The notices urge residents of A.O.T and Queanbeyan to attend free chest X-ray screenings during a 1909 campaign. Stations open noon to 4:80 pm at Presbyterian Church Hall and other local venues. Children and newcomers are advised to participate. the effort is part of a TB control program under the Australian Capital Territory authorities.
Dynama presents a notice listing maximum bread prices for Canberra under Prices Regulation Ordinance 1040. Controller J Clifford Hewis Williamson sets prices and schedule details including loaf type and delivery price, with terms about increments and settlement.
A reflective piece on Canberra’s 25 year development, highlighting the official opening of Civic Centre on December 2, 1697, and the optimistic forecasts by leaders like Viscount Bruce. It notes the city’s promise as an educational hub and future center of industry and commerce, amid ongoing engineering efforts and social growth.
A fragmented passage notes a 2000000 turnout to the olla to chese Constituent Assembly of 108 members. It mentions the URD Nationalist Union for a Democratic Republic and a disputed outcome. The text reports delays and telecommunication outages affecting coverage as officials tally the vote and prepare an official statement.
New York columnist reports the first atomic shell test planned in Nevada. A remote fired 380 millimetre gun would launch a shell to the target area. Details of the device and its guidance were announced weeks ago.
A ceremonial presentation to Mr. C. S. Daley by school leaders and pupils honored his long service to Canberra public education. Speakers praised his role in inaugurating and developing educational facilities and invited him to continue supporting Amalie and its students.
In Werriwa the final tally is expected tomorrow with Labour maintaining a lead but, as counting progresses, the result remains provisional. The Labour candidate Mr Gruthe leads, with the outcome still in doubt as votes are tallied.
Melbourne reports from Geelong and Kasdan Pratt Institute note production hampered by extended curing times and power issues. Industry officials warn longer operation hours raise costs, while managers claim output could be maintained with shorter periods and wage revisions. The piece cites spurious gains and calls for stability in wage and investment cycles.
Trade data from Commonwealth Statistician ME Sarvet shows a fall in imports to October 1963, a drop of about £68 million from the same period a year earlier. Exports rose from the US and Italy, yielding a favourable balance of trade for the four months ending October, despite broader declines in import value.
Australis won by two runs and three wickets in a chaotic shield match as Fava, Hole, and Langwall starred. Key bowlers Manning and Lindwall contributed several wickets while Langer appeared in a pivotal scoring display. The outcome hinged on late overs with Australia clinching the victory despite tight fielding.
Ainslie School celebrates a 25 year milestone with a speech night attended by more than 1,000 children and parents. Principal Davies highlights growth in infant and primary departments, noting increases and gains in sport and academics and praising the Parents and Citizens Association and volunteers.
A fragmented report from Sydney Tuesday notes the ALP gala center triumphs across ironworkers branches. It mentions the Communist opponent losing by a margin and T Malgota securing a secretary post with 1427 votes, while recounts at Port Kembla and other branches hint at broader ALP gains and internal shifts.
Fragmentary notes describe a government plan to establish a dockyard at an Australian coastal site with capacity and completion aims. It mentions a byline and several names, with references to bulk handling, wheal, and facilities for cargo, all tied to ministerial actions and timing.
A partially readable wartime report discusses J Yance’s survey findings and the perceived efficiency of Australia’s military structure in the North. It mentions Australian Regular Army detachments, support in Papua and New Guinea, and naval and colonial administration roles, with references to local volunteers and potential economic benefits.
A ceremony marks the opening of the Cant onal Memorial Church Hall in Northbourne Avenue. Delegates including Dr Horton and Mrs Horton will attend in Canberra with a reception at the congregation. The event includes a bell linked to the history of a charred note recovered from a predecessor site and remarks by church leaders.
Crude OCR draft reports wartime immigration tensions as Australian authorities scrutinize Japanese wives of servicemen. The piece notes tempers flaring, expected arrivals, and debates over naturalization amid mounting anti foreign sentiment.
Fragmentary text references an Ac ban and pane creation with unclear context. No identifiable people, places, organizations, dates, or events present in readable content.
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