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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 19, 1952

Page

2

Lismore Girl Crowned Miss N S W

Judith Somerville of Lismore won Miss New South Wales in a pageant held in Bonnerville with Barbara Price and Judith Tearatt among finalists. Maureen Duval congratulated Somerville after last year’s runner up, and Somerville will advance to regional events while enjoying prize money and a plaque.

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Business changes at Beskim Motors leadership shift

Lord Nuteld announces resignation from the Beskim Motor Corporation board amid a planned four to five month stay in Australia. He says the move is to hand over the business to the younger generation and oversee related plants and subsidiaries.

Australia Lord Nuteld Tha Beskim Motor Corporation Fia Motors Gat Yi

Higher margins refused for enginemen in Australia

Melbourne report notes Mr. Austin refused the Australian Federated Union of Locomotive Enginemen's bid for higher wages. They sought 2/ to 6/6 per day increases and night rate rises from sixpence to a half crown hourly rate. He judged work value today differs from that claimed.

Melbourne New South Wales Victoria South Australia Tasmania Austin Australian Federated Union of Locomotive Enginemen

Heavyweight Title Hopes Fade in Turbulent Bout

The bout ends with uncertain calls as the heavyweight contender appears unable to secure a clear win. Officials review key moments while fans debate the outcome and potential rematch.

Local Notice Draft Mentions Draw Date in Concord

A fragment lists names such as Mrs. Wllen Rabe fertaam and R. Bell with locations Concord Primbee Pt. Kembla. Tottery 2706 will be drawn tomorrow.

Wllen

Eisenhower and MacArthur Recalled in White House Remarks

A garbled report recalls Eisenhower and General MacArthur in wartime roles. The article notes President Truman and other officials discussing peace efforts and the allied leadership, with references to a December statement and recent remarks about war and diplomacy.

Bucy Sha Feesideni Bir Eisenhower Suprema Iar Lupe Amd Lougies macArthur Gup Ewe Summander Suaferrad Maclur MacArthur Truman Tellar Orcs

Fruit Contract Talks Extend to London

Negotiations on a fruit purchase scheme for Australian apples and pears move to London. The British Minister for Commerce, Mr McKiwen, leads talks with Australian officials over guaranteed delivery and pricing, with estimated British buyers’ spend near £10000.

London McKiwen Canberra

Arctic route to Britain connects bold plan with CPA

The text describes a proposed Arctic route to Britain linking with CPA offerings. It notes promises of a fastest service between Australia and Britain and mentions competition from other nations. It outlines high stakes for transpolar travel and giant undertakings.

Ital Arctic CPA Toklo Asia Uae Australia Brita Worl

Secretaries Cricket Clubnotes Lords TV Impact

Lord's cricket venue hosts discussions on tele vision coverage influencing attendance at county games. Officials from the Secretaries Cricket Club urge careful scheduling to maximize spectator turnout during broadcasts.

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