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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 27, 1951

Page

4

Experts to aid Asian nations amid frets with governments

Australian experts from Seeee to toe frets with the Governments of Ceytenant Pakistan under the cal Se tro Department. Affaire ennounted yeste seterioy Dr. Re & Watchinson and Mr. B. Rice are two food vechwa lopiaia. Moaking will ack me consuitant te the iment om the bleh and tite tabustey Dek fe Wyeth feeid of educalarial payebo Rec amity was cake up any its im comcultant with the Central Bask of Crylon.

Ceytenant Pakistan Re & Watchinson Crylon

Weather Summary for Christmas Day and Nearby Outlook

Fragmented weather report notes mixed conditions with variable winds and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon. Includes temperatures, wind gusts, rainfall, and cloud cover from multiple locations, mentioning Fairbairn as a meteorological source and noting a warm, rather clouded day with showers.

MT Pam Bain BO Ain Calen Fairbairn Funder Mujerty Dukgate Nighlanda Winda Perth

Wheat production decline threatens Australian export premium

An analysis of global wheat markets notes reduced Australian sowing and output raise doubts on meeting International Wheat Agreement quotas. Argentina and Canada show mixed crops, while higher domestic prices aim to spur sowings. The mood is uncertain as Australia may miss the premium offered for free wheat due to output constraints.

Amie Australia Beath-Mast Asia Pasce Australis

Viceregals attend service at Mt Donna Church Canberra

Vice regal figures led by Governor General William McKall attended a service at Mt Donna Church in Canberra on Civic Day, accompanied by Mrs. McKall and other members of the party.

Win Baeneney William McKall Missety McKall Absaded Ty Mambst Peri Fpreal Aiaif Birha Mt. Donna

Davis Cie Films Tonight in Canberra Schedule

The Davis Cie films premiere tonight with Melvin Coldwn Mayer Lul arranging with Rluerngen Lib. ary. Highlights include Davis Cup coverage and screenings at the Capitol and Civic Theatres tomorrow and the following days. Can burre announcements warn of the nightly schedule and ticketing details.

Melvin-Coldwn-Mayer Capitol

Americans Rally to Free Imprisoned Airmen in Hungary

U S citizens across the nation donate to raise funds to pay fines and costs for four American airmen jailed after allegedly crossing the Hungarian border. The American Battle Horn Association offered to cover the total, as the State Department prepared a response and President Roosevelt faced questions about possible diplomatic moves.

Washington Chiaerd United Runawry Fulnat Hove Acon Germany Upenavin Boviek Mohtereeter Bary Mungery Siapten Monte Monte Impelonment. the State Department Eainl Penang Legation Ems Aruman

Australian journalists seek new gliding record in holiday carols

Reporters from Sydney and abroad attempt to set a record during a Christmas carol event on a road trip featuring British Australian and Yugoslav correspondents. The piece notes international press presence from Poland Hungary and China as they travel 3860 miles to cover the glide and song.

Laruiega Trate White Allied Sydney Americas Ian Correpondantn Wale Vere Jamataur Keith Col F Australien

Change in King's Vone Startles Change in King's Vone Startles

A garbled report recalls royal Christmas messages from the King and Queen and royal family members. It notes a pledge of unity with the Commonwealth and mentions friends in Malaya and Korea, urging calm, friendship, and shared burden during global tensions. The piece reflects wartime era tone, stressing solidarity and domestic stability.

Accidents Toll Heavy During Holidays in Australia

A string of holiday accidents left multiple dead and injured. Robert Adamson Gibson, 2, drowned in the Macquarie River near Burrendong while picnicking party member s, and Amy Adatside Owen, 34, died in Winn Atallon. Frederick A. Hine and two children also perished in Middle Cyweka Pond near Gyinyple. A clergyman and others from England, recently emig rated, were among victims in a separate incident at a water hole 100 yards from the Paxton homestead. The day’s gloom closed with several serious injuries from a further crash and a triple car collision near Troken etn.

Frank Boyce Wille Yeerwtors Glenaches Herap Eit Gren Anrik Far Bank Robert Adamson Gibson Macgudrie Tver Burrendong Via Mumbil Dison Bcotians de Coane Rinhenerd Trokenetn Mmuay Dours Amy Adatside Owen Winn Atallon Atenmades Middle Cyweka Ponwons Gyinyple Frederick A. Hine Luge Kaysaxbon Afr Mim A.B. Paxton Middle Creek Paxton Bart Works Brisbane Apd Wall I Baden

Foodstuffs To Be Dearer Amid Rising Prices

The article notes price hikes across groceries with pork and pastries among affected items. It mentions anticipated higher costs from December and rumors of market adjustments, citing wholesale and retail shifts and possible consumer impact.

Drownings At Tuggerah Beach Stir Rescue Efforts

A Wednesday Tuggerah incident left a man and a woman missing after a wave swept them from the rock ledge into treacherous waters. Woodbury and Madden attempted rescues with Madden driving a surf plane before conditions overwhelmed them. Police and civilians joined a search as darkness fell, but no recovery yet reported.

Aydnny Welmming Seimiming Rakee Matthew Joh Hsyeereold Gillins Whee Sur Tuggerah Thi Plake Dimeulttes Pennant Hills Sane Woodbury Aia Mes Ikin Ue Aimicultinn Donte

Record Congregations In Canberra Churches On Christmas Day

Canberra churches reported record Christmas Day attendance with crowds at St Johns and St Andrews Browed overflows. Attendance rose due to spirituality, population growth, and economics, with 437 attending at district churches and many more at Presbyterian, Baptist, and Anglican services.

Canberra

Two Fatalities In Family In 24 Hours

In Newcastle Willensiay Acawn and the E7-yearwald son died in separate events within 24 hours. Reginald Alive Jayce 02 died at Maitland Hospital after being struck at High Street station on Christmas Eve. A second relative died in Frankfort after a fall while attempting to retrieve something near Cheatmine Day. State inquiries resume into the incidents.

Newcastle Willensiay Acawn Reginald Jayce Maitland High Street Joyau West Franfort Erwin Hinmull Teriay Fuera Searby Street New Orient Coal Bell

Drowning Toll Rises in Melbourne and Surrounds

A chaotic report recounts numerous deaths from drownings and accidents across Victoria. Victims include Maxwell Hutton of Wind sor, Howald Willie Arnoit of Mulgrave, and others near Niwood Beark and Brighton Beach. A motorcyclist and a man crushed by a barge also perish amid holiday chaos.

Victoria Minoritanroue Maxwell Hutton Windsor Niwood Beark Bmallacoutie Brinson Highway Sats Tor Yarra Johnston Birett Bridge Abbots Watch Ube Wan Wlang Ford Sulv Armadale Brighton Beach Sacha Tree Abraham Oeale Winternwick Alan Appx Rast Brunswelt

Stevedoring Advocated in Port Adelaide Board Report

A fragmented report from Adelaide outlines criticism of the Stevedoring Industry Board for failing to maintain an adequate work force. It notes that the Waterside Workers Federation reviewed port needs and urged action, citing November counts and recommendations to ensure steady labour. The Auditor General’s inquiry highlights shortfalls and calls for stronger enforcement of industry manpower requirements.

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Christmas Celebrated Worldwide Amid War and Faith

The article details wartime Christmas observances across nations. Royal family events in Britain, papal celebrations in Vatican City, and public religious rites mark the season. Pilgrims travel to holy sites, with broadcasts of services from St Paula Cathedral.

Bardringham Mandringham Hingham Vatican City Pope Mnelem Maanes I Vatican

Iraq Nationalises Oil Companies

Baghdad authorises a government takeover of two subsidiary oil firms of an Anglian company. The move aims to keep refining and distribution under state control, with the government managing and financing assets while export profits are shared. Parliament approval expected after talks with authorities.

Baghdad Weaneniay Tng Tra Tyo Tu ‘Agin Su Unis Maid Traq Maunagin Company Comecen Mtafidain Dandies Tlaath Companies Weanagin Heinien Company Khanayin Baavan Roel

Army Minister Visits Forholes In Australia Visit

Army Minister visits Forholes during a Commonwealth tour praising Australian troops. He lauds their morale, endurance, and fighting records as “magnificent.” General James Von Riet and Lieut Col Prem influence the reception, with emphasis on Allied cooperation and victory aims.

Ausra Eall Auatentian Nts Prem Nba Prunole Mons Bth Army Conmander Geveralames von Rieet

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