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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 28, 1951
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text reports an intercepted shipment described as arms or ammunition sent by a group to Malaya. The report references Bangkok, a ship, and various unclear counts, with likely mentions of seizure by authorities and naval activity. The exact details and entities are garbled.
Manufactures and services announce restricted operations ahead of the week. Some butchers will close tomorrow with limited deliveries and a partial reopen late Monday. City chemist services plan hours on Monday Tuesday and Thursday across three sections from 30am.
February 1080 era reports growing Wafd pressure in Egypt as King Farouk battles palace intrigue and a hostile parliament. Nahhas Pasha and Parliament clash over British influence, military loyalties, and reform while both advisors push for cautious ties with Western powers. The struggle centers on preventing Nahas from eroding Farouk’s grip and the king’s abdication prospects.
The text records tax and revenue figures including a profit of about £15.1 million this year and net production around £2.6 million. It notes £200,1000 from a lease, about £38 from television bure, £5400 from likely books, and £3,120 from records. Stabler made Boyde net income before tax around £62,000.
Persia rejects the World Bank proposal as stated by Premier Dr Mc Thal. The premier announced that no agreement would be reached and Persia would not proceed with the bank move, according to comments reported by the correspondent.
The Prime Minister announced that a Commonwealth Literary Fund committee awarded no funds to Moura Judah L. Waten, Victor Wannedy, and Kylie Tennsn. A novel by Mr Kennedy and Tan pro was approved for support, with decisions to be finalized after further review.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Mr Duncan Mandy, Sintete of Supply, and Parvament from Tiree. References to local SBAs, Birwatham, and a seat in the rerent werton appear, but readable facts are limited and unclear about dates or outcomes.
A cyclist named David Dardin from Yarraville plunged from a sheer cliff near Melbourne after a fall as rescuers reached the scene. He tumbled roughly 40 feet into a fork of a tree, sustaining serious injuries before authorities could assist.
A man named Frederick Wild of Dangarsleigh near Armidale was gored by a normally quiet boar while intending to move it from a tank. He sustained injuries and was taken to Armidale hospital for treatment.
In Malog the Metal Trades Remployers Association seeks the return of a 44 hour week while 39, 38, and a 40 hour structure are debated. Five interstate executives are expected to endorse the act urging employers to form new agreements.
A fire at barracks in Yokohama today damaged buildings, with estimated losses around £200,000. The blaze, which began in a ballet room, burned for about four hours and is believed to have started recently nearby Japanese quarters.
Sydney report notes National Secretary L Short will skip a Communist Council meeting. He cites alleged fraud in 1940 union actions and says the Labour dominated National Conference will prevail. The outgoing conference plans a New Year meeting with agendas on organizing a nation wide campaign for a new dent and other union reforms.
Rioting and police fire continued for a second day in Cairo and Alexandria as protests erupt against the appointments of Hale Pasha and Amr Pasha to Farouk's cabinet. One thousand university students joined demonstrations, with arrests and clashes reported near Parliament and in the Canal Zone.
U S Ambassador to Russia is a career diplomat. The outgoing envoy served since the early containment policy era and is retiring after a long tenure, with prior roles including time at Princeton University and the Institute for Advanced Study connections.
Yachts race reports from the New South Wales coast note Fortuna leading near 32 to 1 mile distances, with Nocturne and Strum Marie close behind as weather worsens. Crew report masthead sail damage on a yacht, while forecasts hint northeast to northerly winds from 10 to 20 knots and a shift to northwest. The overall race remains open with Fortuna, Nocturne, and Strum Marie among the top contenders as hopes rise for a Tasmanian finish.
In Korea during harsh winter, Australian Army Minister Francis toured forward positions with New Zealanders in the 1st Field Regiment. He praised Commonwealth troops fighting under UN command and observed shelling, noting appreciation of allies amid challenging conditions.
A garbled report states sorghum planting in Britain will start soon after ground dries. Plans include 19 machines at Trane site and 8,000 more prepared for replanting as conditions permit.
A fragmented report discusses pension concerns for aging workers and tax implications, noting uncertainty about who will be taxed and the impact on older residents. It references a government notice and a broader debate about superannuation costs. The text shifts to youth centers and equipment shortages, detailing planned reopenings and parental involvement, with library literacy activity and book usage statistics.
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