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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1952
Page
4
Weather Notes From Early Observatory Report
Meteorological observations describe barometric readings and humidity indicators. A local station reports partial cloud cover developments and forecast changes as evening conditions set in, with references to rainfall and atmospheric pressure patterns.
Australian Industry Faces Import Restrictions Debate
The Australian Association of British Manufacturers criticizes import cuts as wasteful while fearing a prolonged panic. It urges devaluation cautions, notes that Australian industry would benefit from selective protection and expansion of domestic production, and stresses long term growth over temporary measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Avatraliex
Assoplatias
Aldhélla
Asociatioe
Uae
Australian ‘Association of
Bethinh Manufactuere
Australie
Australia
Astralian Association
Aspitralian
Auairaliae
Vienna
Monadary Industrie
Carnateas
Ark 1O
Firitigh
Governor General Hosts Dinner With Royal Motor Yacht Club
The Governor General attended by Lieutenant Colonel W. G. J. Orr and others hosted a dinner yesterday evening at Admiralty House with members of the Royal Motor Yacht Club of New South Wales.
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Aduralty House Agancy
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C.J. Brown
London
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G. Ye Midkardy
Sydney
Mia
Test of Hobbs Sees Narrow Chance in London
Fragmentary text hints at a cricket scene involving Hobbs and Bradman with limited readable names and places. The piece references London and a potential test match context but lacks clear events or outcomes to confirm.
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London
Tuskay
Crickatare
Breda
Bradman
Hiro
Australian Prime Minister Menzies Visits Belgium
Mr. Menzies arrived in Belgium with aides for a 24 hour visit and official talks with government officials. He was welcomed by local officials and family members. He spoke of economic conferences and the need to address problems through discussions and collaboration.
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Manion
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Mr menZiEs To Broadcast Promenade Talk
Prominent broadcaster Mr menZiEs is to appear on The Proms Schretur program from the London economis network at 7:15 today. The ABC will carry the talk live and again at 6:30 pm. The discussion is expected to run about 30 minutes.
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Hruadenat Glaumpopla
London Economis
ABC
Waterfront racket threat grips U S coast
Scattered OCR text describes threats around waterfront crime and enforcement figures. Names appear garbled. references to a veteran dockworker union leader and state authorities suggest a broad coastwise crime scare. No clear dates or locations are readable.
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Bail Denied for Man Charged with Roving Assaults
Canberra police report Vincent Dizon, 20, a laborer of Westlington, facing roving and related charges after a road accident injuring a woman. Bail was refused. magistrate noted prior convictions and risk of reoffending, with trial set for early February.
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MY. Rooney
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Canberra
Sargeant Macillard
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Tony
Sam Vonaidershle
Elderly Man Burned To Death In Melbourne Fire
A 72 year old man Alfred Waller of Batt Street Melbourne died after a fire started in his yard. Two youths tried to rescue him but flames spread from a kerosene incident to a fence and outbuilding. The blaze rapidly enveloped the area as witnesses attempted to assist.
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Melbourne
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Julia
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Drettier
Aber Walley
Deep freeze grips England as worst since 185 years
The report notes a severe cold snap across England with low temperatures and drifting snow in Midlands and London area. Cars faced delays and unreachability in several regions, with record lows and widespread disruption reported.
Cyclist Die In Thunderstorm Collision Near St Andrews
The accident happened near St Andrews Parish near a church about six miles from Canberra during a thunderstorm. The cyclist Charide Wrigal 48 died. Hugh Wotherapoon of Turner Hostel was the car driver who was married with four children. The Canberra Coroner ordered a post mortem to be conducted likely soon. The sergeant listed is Mebyaorin of Sanberrd patie involved in the investigation.
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Grifith
Biabe Jeaecle
St Andrew's Pree
Eylerian
Youths for Training Emphasis in National Service Intake
A misted OCR fragment notes youths for training and a National service intake. It mentions January dates, Victoria, and Army proximity with unclear numbers and locations. The readable names are incomplete.
Citizenship Convention Opens with Migrant Representatives
Representatives of migrants in Australia convene to discuss measures for the supervision of new Australian representatives. The gathering begins in Canberra on May 20 with emphasis on ensuring national participation and oversight.
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Australie
Ashe
Tall
Portraitist feud over full length painting reaches trial
In a complex dispute, McCaughey sues Trindall over a full length portrait commissioned by Mr Miscoursy. Evidence includes alleged quotes about payment up to 1000 guineas and claims of deception, with Lady Braddon and Mme McCaughey cited in the testimonies about the painter’s actions and contracts.
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Whitton
Dudleg Pont
Miscoursy
Mccaughey
Trindahl
McCsuintvey
Waulit
Sianey
Joe Dwyer
Nslaiv
Atcl
Caughey
Ara McCaughey
Lady Braddon
Trndall
Toot
Trindal
Sedgman May Turn Professional After Davis Cup
Article reports Sedgman considering turning pro after the Davis Cup. A $promising promoters, including Jack Kramer, discuss taxation clearance and travel plans. Sedgman weighs offers, with business moves contingent on the Davis Cup outcome and timing. He awaits a definitive offer from Kramer and confirms training with the Davis Cup squad.
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Iyarontad
Inay Kramerny
Jack Kramer
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Dai
Tampaneer
Pewrk
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Amarivs
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Jack "Kamer
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Davis
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Ang Ter Kramer
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Taxation Department
Toepeel
Italian Davis Cup Team May Be Replaced
Sydney reports suggest Italy may alter its Davis Cup lineup for the Adelaide ties on December 29. Names such as Hull Davin and others appear in trial lists as potential replacements amid injury concerns and uncertain selections for the dual matches against America and Australia.
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Hull Davin
Calungit Cuicellie
Rolmauto
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Radornin
Darning Firehoy
Frank Parker
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Teama
Reeberl
Gollblee
Ae Pom
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Marrella del Tolle
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AiMeult
Davis Cup Team to Be Picked
Davis Cup selectors from the LTA will name the squad this week for the Australian tour. Frank Botgwan Kan McGregor and Mere Rowe are named contenders with Ken Rowe Lewin Head Rex Hartwig among four players to complete the final lineup.
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Ken McGregor
Tennnis
Yonry
Typhsy
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LTA
Clim Sproule
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Sprowie
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Lewin
Rex Hartwig
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Wil Brehosee
Indonesian tennis group seeks foreign exhibition matches
An Indonesian sports delegation led by official Sarkies and two top players Len Ron Swan and Kho Kiem Bwan aims to invite Australian and other leading players to visit Indonesia for exhibition matches. They hope to compete in the Australian championship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darwin
Japan seeks United Nations member status amid Soviet veto
In New York on Tuesday the Tipikod State urged Japan to join the United Nations Security Council debate. The Soviet bloc blocked Latin American proposals, and Western powers opposed Soviet influence as Japan's bid faced delays.
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Tumday
Tipikod
Japan
United Nations
Ynaterday
An. Nauviduial
MANSLAUGHTER CASE ACQUITTAL IN COURT
A jury acquitted an accused man in a manslaughter case arising from a fatality on a road in Sydney. The Crown presented witnesses about the driver’s conduct and the defense argued the death resulted from avoiding an accident. The trial featured remarks from prosecutors Rooney and Majite and involved witnesses from the scene.
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Eaeim
Zuatee Slenpaon
Tony Wo
Rin McAleer
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Wauver
Raymont Jean Noonan
Kingaton
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Lewitt
Norn
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Bydiney
AVATION GROUP CANCELS PROP JET PLAN
Aviation firm AN.A. cancels orders for prop jet planes amid leadership statements. Sir James Reid-Young, chairman at Vickers Armstrong Lad, notes the move affects deliveries and implicates July timelines. The substitute jet design remains the sole alternative offered to the airline.
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Vickers Armetrong Lad
James Reid-Young
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Plans to Improve Road Safety Highlighted by Canberra Council
The ACT Rad Safety Council urged the Department of Works to address hydrants and kerbing near busy stops to prevent serious injuries to bus passengers. Canberra officials discussed crossings and curb protection, outlining steps for safer pedestrian access and emergency response measures.
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Department of Works
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Hydr- Fats
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Department of Tenteriot
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Sigma
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Vic
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Fragmentary naval base plan referenced in unclear text
The readable lines describe a naval base at Atanua Talend with mentions of tasks and preparations. Details are heavily garbled and no clear events or outcomes can be established from the fragment.
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