Three Bell brothers killed in Goulburn area truck crash
In Goulburn district a truck crash on Cooper's Hill near Taralga killed Alfred and George Bell and seriously injured Gordon Bell who was taken to Goulburn Hospital. The brothers were returning from a wedding and the vehicle plunged 200 feet down an embankment after hitting a safety fence. The funeral for the victims followed in Goulburn. A level crossing fatality and a separate car crash injuring four were also reported nearby.
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Princess Elisabeth Named Chief Ranger in Royal Sea Service
Princess Elisabeth has been appointed Chief Ranger of the British Sea Rangers in London. A long time Sea Ranger since 1942 she holds the rank of Petty Officer and will oversee empire rangers during the South African visit.
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Weather forecast for southeastern districts and inland areas
The forecast warns cloud cover over southeastern districts with cooler, mild temperatures inland. Seas are slight with low danger, increasing modestly inland as conditions change.
Canberra Weather Summary for Saturday and Sunday
Weather data shows Saturday morning 82.3 F and afternoon 92.4 F highs with a 92.8 F daily max and 54.3 F low. barometer 29.861 in at 9 a.m. and 29.735 in at 3 p.m. Winds NNW 12 mph morning and NNE 15 mph evening. Sunday records include 67.1 F at 8 a.m. and 84.9 F at 3 p.m with 92.8 F daily max and 54.8 F low. barometer 30.049 in at 9 a.m. and 279.979 at 3 p.m. Winds SH 1 mph morning and EB 2 mph afternoon.
Japan earthquake toll mirrors 1923 disaster and war’s shadow
A1 Japan faces another major quake and tsunami impact, recalling 1923 Tokyo devastation. The piece argues relief and sympathy vary, warns war consequences still haunt recovery, and stresses the horror of both natural and human-made catastrophes across nations.
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Lord Nuffield Makes Ninth Australian Visit
Lord Nuffield arrived in Fremantle aboard the liner Nestor and heads to Bute and New Zealand on his ninth Australian trip. He plans to place representatives in all ports, though expects no immediate expansion of his industries. He notes Britain faces a worsened food position compared with wartime.
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Warm Christmas Forecast for New South Wales Weather
A special Weather Bureau forecast predicts warm and unsettled conditions in New South Wales Tuesday and Wednesday with possible rain and thunderstorms. Cooler conditions with a southerly change are expected to follow on Wednesday or Thursday.
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Britain recalls ambassador from Madrid amid Franco move
The British Ambassador to Spain Sir Victor Mallett is ordered to leave Madrid after completing personal arrangements. The government sped up the withdrawal of its envoy to General Franco in a swift diplomatic move, following a report of Franco recalling his envoy from London.
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Viceregal Lady Dugan Arrives at Government House Canberra
Viceregal Lady Dugan arrived at Government House in Canberra on Saturday marking a formal reception start. The event showcased ceremonial duties linking the vice regal office with local governance.
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Tax Relief Hinted As New Year Budget Review Opens
Treasury officials will review the finances to judge possible income tax cuts in the New Year. Prime Minister Chifley aims for relief soon with caution, while evidence suggests small cuts may occur within two to three months and could be retrospective to January 1.
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Russian Praise for U N Assembly Gains Noted in Moscow
A Moscow Izvestia article lauds a unanimous view that the United Nations General Assembly has achieved positive results and boosted its prestige. It credits the Soviet delegation with leading efforts, highlighting arms reduction as its principal achievement and criticizing Britain for lacking precise troop data.
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Car Somersaults Twice After Collision
Four people, including driver Mr J L Brill of Government House Yarralumia, suffered cuts and minor abrasions after a car rolled over twice following a collision with a second vehicle at the Northbourne Avenue Elcuera Street intersection yesterday. The second driver Mr H A L Burt of Turner was uninjured and left the scene. The overturned car damaged the footpath and scattered glass.
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Gas workers blame management over slow pick up in Sydney
Gas workers claim management tactics slow the restart of Mortlake plant as Government administrator Haviland mediates with company and union. Strike risks gas supply. Melbourne and Adelaide strikes add to tension as unions flag potential quick end if Adelaide dispute settles.
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Reuters looks to partner Australia New Zealand press
Reuters plans to issue new shares to Australian Associated Press and the New Zealand Press Association after talks in Melbourne Sydney Wellington Auckland. The AAP will appoint a director to Australia and New Zealand, strengthening the trans-Tasman media ties.
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Australian press joins Reuters for Pacific news service
Mr. Henderson of the Australian Associated Press announces a partnership with Reuters to create a Pacific News Service. Australia and New Zealand will gain Reuters representation with Australian correspondents leading coverage across the Far East region and supplying reports to 3,000 newspapers. The move preserves AP policy while expanding access to Reuters news for 8,060 newspapers worldwide.
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President Hans Ehard Elected Bavaria Minister President
Judge Hans Ehard, formerly a prosecutor of Hitler after the 1923 putsch and a member of the Christian Social Union, is elected Minister-President of Bavaria for four years by 121 votes of 147, under the Liberal Constitution.
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Six More Infant Deaths Linked to New Disease at Stoke Hospital
Four additional newborns died at Stoke-on-Trent Corporation's Maternity Hospital from a gastro enteritis outbreak already blamed for 15 deaths in Leicester and two elsewhere. Admissions to the Stoke hospital have been temporarily suspended.
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Milk Zone Dairymen Mulls New Year Strike Action
The Milk Zone Dairymen Council awaits replies from 32 branches on withholding milk to Sydney and Newcastle in protest at the government’s subsidy stance. President L C Turton says the council will meet Monday or Tuesday to decide action, with several branches already favouring a stoppage early in the new year.
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Troops Called Out in Jerusalem Stir Fears of Trouble
In Jerusalem on Sunday large police and troop reinforcements patrolled the city for the first time since a truce was proclaimed two weeks earlier. Saturday night crowds dispersed amid fears of renewed trouble. police did not confirm reports of shooting on the city outskirts.
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Antarctic coal deposits eyed for expedition plans
Australia and Belgium will probe Antarctic coal reserves for a potential expedition. Preparations push ahead while debate on visiting in summer continues. A navy vessel with a conditioned ship is proposed to support the effort, though no cost estimate has been set yet.
Ro me crowd calls for church unity in St Peters Square
Vatican radio reports thousands in St Peters Square cried For Christ for his Church as the Pope urged unity and faith to meet trials. He said Rome's mission has never been greater and the light from Vatican hills shines on the world.
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Hammond tops Newcastle knock as MCC reach steady form
MCC captain W R Hammond resumes his best batting with 142 at Newcastle, backing a cautious start by Hutton and Washbrook. Hammond hit ten fours and one six, building toward a strong second half century as England’s innings progressed amid a washed wicket and sharp fielding. Goulburn cancels weekend fixtures to allow attendance at the Canberra MCC versus Sequel District match.
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English critic says Hammond too kind to Bradman
Cary notes Hammond gave Bradman extra leniency on December 14 due to a strained leg. Bradman batted slowly on the following Monday and Tuesday, while Hammond bowled and fielded under illness. Cary argues Bradman’s popularity masks discomfort from a weary shoulder and warns such gentleness may not reflect well on the captain.
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