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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 18, 1951

Page

4

Onthresh At Teachers' Onthresh At Teachers'

In a fragmented local item a school event named Onthresh is described with unclear details about prices and timing. The readable phrases reference teachers and a public gathering at a school setting.

Child Labour On TCE Run Allegations Reported

A fragmented report notes illegal child labor concerns connected with a transport route labeled TCE. Details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the item points to enforcement scrutiny and potential labor violations involving underage workers. No names or locations are clearly readable.

Operation Commonwealth and the sterling balance debate

The document discusses Britain’s postwar balance of payments, sterling depreciation, and arguments for a coordinated program called Operation Commonwealth. It weighs the potential shifts in population and industry distribution, and contemplates U.S. subsidy as a means to a lasting solution beyond short term political pressures.

Britain Europe Rene Mick Yee Migration Council United Kingdom Commonwealth Tuanda United Baton Ielr

Earl of Perth Battat Dnely Squared Wh Musmetini Ded Sa

Obscured obituary notes the Earl of Perth as a central diplomatic figure over many years and a longtime envoy to Rome. The text honors his long service and role in international affairs spanning two world eras.

Battat Dnely Musmetini Ded Sa Anturday League Ohiat Parman Beitein Rome

SVE bt man A World War II Era Code Word Mystery

An obscure fragment suggests a World War II era code word or tactical alert involving SVE at a manned site. The readable text hints at military cryptic communication and possible operation references, but details are fragmentary and unclear.

British and Canadian Exchange Policies Draw Debate

A fragmented report discusses financial policy shifts including private dealers’ rights and exchange-rate relations between Britain and Canada. It notes no change to gold standard links and highlights differing balance of payments positions as key factors.

Mostey Losiveratg Ovence Sydney University Liberty G. Robert Prism Alvarsity Roar Omies Arad Oni Lda Seairaa Hank Kigland Netelons Canada Poerar Akon

Dollar Gap Urgency Signals Trade Strain

Article notes economic strains as the dollar gap prompts urgent moves toward direct trade with the United, amid denials of policy breaks and concerns over currency stability and regional impacts.

Xmas Greetings By Pigeon To Mr Menzies

Two pigeons owned by Canberra Pigeon Racing Club arrived in Canberra from the Dirwetort for the Jubilee Bheme. The birds were on trial flights when attacked injuring several, while the Jubilee Shrine and Federal Parliament were mentioned in relation to the event.

Pigeon MR. Menzies Meen Bere Canberra Pigeon Racing Club Canberra Iy Aeranen Jam Dirwetort Jubilee Bheme Miranda Naw Lo Smambera Partiepal Gir Jubilee Shring Mirends N BW Fou Iemer Kinas

Governors CAF Rank Renewed for Force Squadrons

Government officials announced new force squadron assignments across Australian capitals. Names listed include John Marth Victoria, Dallas Birouhe, Lieut. Generei mir, John i South Austrade, Wil Norrie, and Charles Galr ner.

Geallator Ir, Sr John Marth Victoria Dallas Birouhe Queensland Generei Mir” John i South Austrade Wil

Education costs rise but funds remain inadequate

An incomplete report from a 1908 education conference notes rising costs for classrooms and teachers. Premier Weffron argues funding falls short of needs as student numbers grow, warnings that education standards could not keep pace without greater Commonwealth support.

Weffron Teachfore Federation Commonwealth Wwe Feven Maifrot

Advisory Council Backs Study of Canberra Municipal Market

Canberra advisory council approves urging Minister Kent Hughes to study a municipal market in Canberra. A conference of growers inside and outside the ACT should be held to gauge views on a future market. The group also discusses private enterprise, co op models, and possible locations.

Kent Hughes Canberra A.C.T Advisory Council Wien le J Jhalt Commonwealth Health Departmoat Montelpal Mra Btevenson Department of Hi Interior Etal Rogers Muicipal Piacket Wea Sannual

Amendments to Liquor Ordinance Highlight Council Debate

Amid discussions on liquor rules, Mr. Daley commented on a request from the Jervis Bay Pragrans Association, urging the council to consider tighter amendments to allow limited drinking in public areas. The review centers on hours and public spaces as part of broader Australian practices.

Daley Jervis Bay Australia Commonwealth A.C.T J. N. Bowers

Judge orders ironworkers to show cause in Australia

Mr Justice Kirby grants an order to compel the National Conference of the Moderated Ironworkers Association to show cause why Bhort should not be removed as National Secretary. The National Conference reportedly dismissed Short and shifted control to the National Convention, setting a hearing in Melbourne for Friday.

Sydney Moulay Justice Kirby T Benaide Tronworkers’ Association Justice Dunphy Arbitration Court Ural FEA Nationall Conferency A.lp Jimes Kirby Navona Shortjax Hunting Tuatiee Kirby Ramoval Sire Melbourne

Manuka Fair Draws Large Crowds in Community Carnival

A bustling Manuka fair lit up the centre as thousands gathered for the carnival and charity event. Sir Beamer opened the proceedings with MP Chaack and Mr Fraser introducing Father Jenietmas to hundreds of children while entertainment and dances kept the crowd lively.

Une Mustnewe Manuka Be Ieamer Eho carnivAat Joamnaletas Chaack Jonita Enterprise wii@dancy Fraser Jeneiotmas Dine Ware Feallit

War Service Homes Loans Raised to 82750

The Commonwealth increased the War Service Homes loan to 82750 under the War Service Homes Act. Director of War Service Homes said allocations to builder operations rose from 42760 with new provisions. Purchasers benefit when base price stays within 12008, but housing restrictions remain.

War Service Homes Commonwealth War Service Bridle Auld Suaxlinume

Unclear OCR Summary of Building Project Costs

Fragmentary OCR text describes fencing and building costs with figures like 88 171 000 and 3 940 000 and mentions June 29 and 123 4 people engaged. The damaged lines hinder clear events or entities.

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Minister rejects motion to form new governance plan

A government official rejected a proposed reform, stating the current system remains preferable. The act of rejection cited concerns over feasibility and potential disruption to existing administration.

Miners' Leader’s Plan Sparks Western Coal Debate

Fragmented OCR notes show a miners’ leader discussing open cuts and coal output. References to Western region, 200,000 value, 100 thousand perhaps, and supply aims appear amid unclear terms and stray phrases.

Indus Aancal Fae Peat Eos A Sagmire Rusanaroh

Police Seek Iman in Killara Murder

Detectives investigate the murder of Mire Hacker aged 42 in Killara. Police seek a man described as wearing a particular coat and name unknown, believed connected to the crime scene near Mrs location. The victim was found in the grounds during burial preparations. investigation continues for a caller and possible accomplice.

Iman Killara Wurder Mire Hacker Killare Witney Tarmerror Apeien Willer Ranancied Chew Pervict Ourdered Wits Mr. Macher Pat Fe

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