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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1951
Page
4
Fragmentary readable lines show a plea for acceptance and sincere personal regard amid garbled phrases and apparent names, lacking coherent context or identifiable events. The piece reads as a damaged notice with obscured names and scattered terms.
Canberra shoppers face possible late Friday or Saturday hours as shortages and manpower limits drive calls for a liberalized trading regime. Retail traders urge flexible opening, with the public urged to consider extended hours around Christmas and special occasions.
The document outlines a weather broadcast schedule with national and regional forecasts. It notes wind conditions, temperature ranges, and outlook trends for various localities including Bungendore and Dalgety. It mentions periods of clear to cloudy skies and moderating winds, with caution about approaching cold spells and changing speeds.
Police report a woman was attacked in her home in the early hours. Officers say the assailant pried open a door, entered the residence, and struck the resident, who was found injured near her bed. The suspect fled before authorities arrived.
Selected naval cadets including Binetar and Jones were chosen for entry to the Royal Naval College. The list names other candidates such as Sharpe, Taylor, and Topp with affiliations to Melbourne districts and local institutions.
An American Telephone and Telegraph annual review reports global telephone numbers, listing 74.4 million total lines with over 87 million in North America and Europe, and regional counts including 1 188 203 in the United States and 2 911 000 in Canada. It notes growth in Asia and Australia and cites British and Atlantic territories with varying shares.
Fraser stated December 21 was a holiday for the ACT Public Service, prompting questions about which workers received time off. The Labour Council and officials weigh whether the schedule was anomalous for workers in and around the AGT.
Fragmented notes list weekend sports in Canberra with mentions of matches and times. Specific teams, venues, or outcomes are not clear. the record preserves scattered references to Saturday and Sunday events and local alerts.
Melbourne reports a court dispute involving J I McPhillips of the Federated Ironworkers Association objecting to Justice Dunphy's decisions on the union leadership. The case centers on temporary rulings that stripped the National Secretary and others of their posts and ordered a future election overseen by a Commonwealth Electoral Officer. The hearing was adjourned with additional affidavits and arguments noted.
The article describes Davis Cup preparations with Australia captain Harry Hopman guiding Ken McGregor and John Howe, while Americans like Davis, Schroeder, and Trabert train under tense nerves. Practice sessions show mixed form and temperaments as players brace for the coming rounds.
Spectators faced disruption as Sedgman faltered in a tennis meet with Australia’s team encountering crowd control issues. Players including Bedgman and Mond faced late rounds amid tense late game conditions while officials debated seating and practice access.
Fragmented report describes McGregor firming a claim to a name amid a hotel fire context. Mentions Frank Shields as American captain and other players, plus a decision on whether to play Trabert or Seixas as weather and rounds unfold. The note references a historical match setup and rivalries in a pressured environment.
A Brey urban transport note reports suspensions affecting all native drivers and a threatened 24 hour halt. Officials cite urgent conditions though details remain unclear. The move follows a series of rapid changes in service today despite prior assurances.
Fragments describe scrap and materials delivered at Dulland Airport for a new air service planned for next year. Notes mention terminal bulk, Commonwealth involvement, and concerns over rusty items and site iterations.
The text appears garbled with unreadable phrases and names. It references a premier and government but fails to convey a coherent event, date, location, or identifiable actions. No clear facts to summarize beyond a ceremonial greeting context.
Harold Taylor, a publican, faced alimony obligations after a divorce in which the Civic Model and Royal Commission on liquor figures were cited. Evidence showed Taylor earning about £2000 a year and owning a five year lease. his former wife Kyrll Taylor sought support with the registrar noting eventual reductions in payments.
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