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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1952
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR item notes an event or incident with names and place fragments. The readable parts lack clear actions or dates, making a definitive headline and summary impossible without further context.
A chaotic OCR fragment details a volcanic eruption near a mountain with lava and ash spreading across the countryside. The report mentions crater activity, lava flow, and trees burned within feet of viewers, with references to seismic trains and destruction.
Police fired at a fleeing vehicle during a chase through Melbourne. The car crashed into a wall near a dwelling. witnesses reported injuries and a victim transported to hospital. Separately, reports from Tokyo describe Communist forces claiming airstrikes. a UN Command statement placed the incident on Saturday north of Kaewsog.
In Central Court Justice McClements refused to quash the Crown indictment against Abraham Gilbert Saffron of the Roosevelt restaurant for perjury before the Liquor Royal Commission. The case concerns alleged false sworn testimony on September 20 and related material. Proceedings discuss amendment to overcome defects. Saffron pleads not guilty as the trial advances amid legal disputes and stormy demonstrations.
An Australian press piece reports Dinny Palle Wil US and Gardiat plan to coach for the American team in Sydney. It notes a large American squad, about 200,000 full Davis Cup tickets, and preparations to topple Berdini with workouts and strategic moves. The article references optimism about beating Italy and the Italian team’s tactics.
A collage of the period’s classified notices lists WANTED TO BUY items, accommodation ads, purchases and sales offers, and personal requests. Entries mention renting a bed space, exchange two bedroom homes, radiators and a Ford part, plus missing or rewarded items. Several notices reference Kingston area, Sydney, and Kingston addresses with terse requests for furnished stays, tradesmen, and holiday work.
In the Supreme Court Probate jurisdiction Janet Love Neileon of Canberra is deceased. An application for the will dated March 11 1929 will be made after fourteen days from publication. Notices call all interested parties to forward details to the executor within the period. Also includes a monthly meeting notice for a local union.
Australian Capital Territory Police Arbitration Tribunal notes reference to section 1041 and 1947 orders in a 1963 December document. G A Findlay chairs the tribunal as part of a formal service candidacy matter within the Police Force.
In Calcutta the match progresses with Deepak and other players contributing as WHA members report a firm start in the fourth Test. See mentions of unions and brewing news as the day closes with ongoing labor tensions and possible early strikes.
Canadian observers warn that U S foreign policy risks alienating Canada and Western allies. Professor Watkins of Yale notes growing impatience with U S decisions seen as beyond Canadian influence and expects Commonwealth meetings in London to bolster a united front and pressure Washington toward restraint.
A Mewan team of American football players will tour Australia and New Zealand under the Rugby League authorities. Manager Elurakd Malihewn and coach Ms Mle Dimtt will accompany the squad. The group will play 17 matches between June 1 and July 8 against local sides.
Public notice from N R M L A Insurance listing contact options and a request to meet Adventists arriving from Western Australia. Includes a call to place wood orders before December 18 and a Christmas greeting from J Misaru, with service after the New Year.
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