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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 29, 1951

Page

4

In Memoriam and Remembrance Notices

In loving memory notices for loved ones include dates, familial relationships, and expressions of grief. Messages reference Cecil, Dotanit family, Loyd, Loyd’s passing, and others, with dedications from siblings, uncles, and friends. Entries mention memorial director, head office, and chapel in a fragmented obituary-like fragment.

Weil Upton Doyd George Aueny Htornce_ ee DUTON Loyd Reed Disalunite Ciara Uncle Gordon Cubeine Bery Lan Val Laps Moye

Recruiting rate by general Sydney report on Australia’s armed forces

Fragmented report quotes Lieutenant General Bir Morace Robustson criticizing misunderstanding of Australia’s defense needs. He cites rising rearmament concerns, warns Australia risks, and notes troop levels and discharges across regular army navy air force militia. The remarks reflect wartime recruitment pressures and government strength targets.

Sydney Bir Morace Robustson BCU Bnew Korea Hee Australia Horace Navy

Frozen Funds Tangle as Workers Union Faces Court Action

The Commonwealth Bank freezes union funds and blocks cheque payments after a High Court arbitral decision. The National Council seeks a writ of prohibition against the Arbitration Court’s ruling while national leaders including Short and McHenry face removal decisions. Proceedings and next national conference date set for January 14.

National Conference of Thy Union Short Gifos Ofice JM. Gor National View P. McHenry Ansistant Mel McPhillipa Commonwealth Bush H.C. Boyland McCislinod McPhilpe aMoe Australia Inter Tuthiy Azanth Commonwealth National Council of the FLA High Court Melbourne Junsitional FAVA Rai Tonya Sauneil Aimes UN National Council Aglonal Conferance Aati

Davis Cup Victory Promises Pride For Australia

Australia celebrates a Davis Cup win with standout play from Frank Bedggeman and partnership with McGregor in the doubles. The article discusses nerves, amateurism versus professionalism, and the future of national tennis as concerns about paid players and national team integrity loom.

Ustralians Sithough Frank Bedgman Wes Angies MsGregor Sceiyely Ince Amiwda Rhay Wall Davie Guy Sennin Aj Am wlerhaUomal Fennie Wali Australia

Six Comet Jets for Trans Pacific Route

Six de Havilland Comet jets for a trans Pacific route are expected to enter service in 1964. The aircraft, powered by four Rolls-Royce Avon jet engines, will connect Australia with Africa and other destinations, reducing travel time and spanning about 40,000 feet in altitude.

Melboltle Riday Autrai B.C. PA IMG Wattane Aimilar le Vrowe Sirmilmy Egynt-Boulty

Mother Yacht Sails Toward Port After Ill Skipper

A yacht racing from Hobart to St Helena faced delay as skipper Livingstone fell ill. The crew, including navigator Kurrews and pilot Ty, pressed toward port with plans for medical care upon arrival. A separate report notes a drug seizure near Murrewa and Livingstone’s sister awaiting news in Melbourne.

Mother Yacht Racing Bydney St. Helena Bex Ilakipper Reowk Livingstone Etsy Hummiond Fala Wes Radyntone Hetone Hammons Maser Papun Hobart Murrewa Nmntl St Helens Ivingstone Q Livingstime Fimin Lon Angelen-Honorthy Melbourne Helen Jered

Rival rifles tested in U.S. amid Allied arms race

A British and American arms trial in Maryland evaluated a new .30 caliber armour piercing rifle claimed to exceed existing weapons in stopping power. Testers noted rapid fire, prone shooting, and 200 to 1,200 yard ranges as comparisons with Garand guidance and French models emerged.

York Allan Ligtegan Iain Eyulea Beitishine UM Armas Abevnery Maryland Grousan Yeweniny Tlin Romparda Defence Department Army Nollherral

New Year Broadcast From Canberra Delivers Nationwide Message

A Canberra broadcast announces New Year commemorations and a national address aimed at unity. The program plans to unfold with a special message and a train of events starting at 8 pm, inviting nationwide participation and reflection.

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Russia Claims New Records Amid Budding Winter Games

A garbled London report claims Russia set new records at a winter event with mentions of Aurla Pecoeds and national separants. The piece references Nik Siad, voting chairmen, and a council committee interview, noting disappointment in Baviet athletes and hints at a forthcoming nomination for a February event in Golo.

London Heviet Towcian Niksiad Romenes Council Mbulators Byok Bovict Newampenny Teas Box Et Bourt Baviet Bintence Golo Australie Tee

Canberra Weather Forecast Mild with Clearing Skies

The forecast for Canberra predicts a day of variable winds turning lighter in the afternoon. Expect fine spells with some isolated thunderstorms to the north and east, and scattered showers in parts of the southeast. Winds become southerly, easing later. Temperature ranges show a warm high with mild to cool evening conditions.

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Sydney Prepares For Hectic New Year Eve Celebrations

Sydney readies for a crowded New Year's Eve with large crowds expected at major centers. Hotels plan festive openings and alcohol sales are tightly regulated. police, fire, and transport services brace for peak holiday demand and potential crowding.

Sydney

Wosel Prize for Sir John Cockcroft

The Swedish Academy recently announced the 1941 Nobel Prize for Peace? Noted British physicist Sir John Cockcroft and colleagues at Harwell and Trinity College are awarded the prize for pioneering work on transmutation of atomic nuclei using accelerated subatomic particles. Both Cockcroft and his fellow laureates were mentored under the late Lord Rutherford at Cambridge, where Cockcroft became renowned for his work on tapping the atom by mechanical means.

Mily John Cockaroft Britain Harwell Blt Walton Lin Eancelate Trinity College Dustin Jonn Gockeroft Sie Lord Ruherford Cambridge Sir Sonn

Indian Redsuit to Pakistan New Delhi Speech Fragment

Fragmentary report from New Delhi describes Prime Minister Pandit Nehru addressing demands from Bakstani and Natine factions. He mentions security concerns and East Asia issues, warning against unilateral actions and stressing the need for careful policy.

Del Adie Indiah Pandit’ Netra Meigen North Madras Lee Bakstani Bainter Kwaya “Narimundin Mattone Securit Pablatan Tirtine Ranmir

Romanian Spy Claim Sparks TS Tangle in New York

A garbled report describes Romanian accusations of a spy operation involving a U S aircraft and a failed landing near an American airbase. The piece mentions a Massachusetts town and a supposed parachute from a Romenta plane, with references to wartime service and a Greek airport incident.

New York Nicmirat Steeda Massachusetts Anwiliint Cay Meehine Works Romenta Gresce

U.S. Airmen in Hungary Situation Clarified

United States officials delayed in confirming plans to release U S airmen held in Budapest after their plane was downed by Soviet forces. An official announcement by Walter Donnelly and George Abbott suggested Washington would consider paying fines to secure their release, amid nationwide newspaper debate on the government’s stance and potential diplomatic pressure. The dispute centered on whether the United States should pay 40,000 dollars as part of a broader resolution, with strong editorial views warning against setting a dangerous precedent.

Reo ES Unitedates Che U5 Legation Buee Wash- Angi Andudapest Amnarican Associated Vienna Donnelly Abbott Washington Hungadiana Anon Dectwona Taga Baltimore Chan Sinckawall Mwipe Wonton Garthiglae Wevordine Banton Ameceaity Wolfe Yunes Atlan Mutine Shack United States Wits & Sale Jwan Britain seGolts

Commission to Take Over Sydney Power Stations

The transfer of control of Sydney power stations from the Sydney County Council to the Electricity Commission is set for January 1 1983. Assets liabilities and staff terms are under review by committees as responsibility shifts and existing supply arrangements remain in place until a new arrangement is decided.

Sydney Wriday Sydney County Souneil Rlectricity Commission Thelectricity Commision MF Fonda Code Beckielly Commission Joint Finance Committee Fiydney County Fyrmont Duim Euppy Mactricity Sydney Suunty” Council, ‘Mr. Conde Sydney County Council Aubtenners

Phantom Snifer’s Sixth Victim In Urgent Condition

In a hospital vigil, authorities search for a suspect in the shooting of 43 year old Mev Audrey Mardack. She was ironing at home when attacked. her condition remains critical and a bullet removal is urgent. Police pursue leads and urge witnesses to come forward.

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More Japanese Steel Ordered in Global Trade Strain

Tokyo reports stepped up imports of Japanese steel for automobile bodies as shortages constrain Australia, Britain, and the United States from obtaining supplies. The situation impacts industry amid limited access to key sources in the war era.

Tokyo Triday A.ap.fleuters Acuatzatl Rupanere Stert Iveles Eve Asid Landay Australis United Kingsdom America

Men Burnt by Electric Cable Explosion

A Midland town reports an accident where workers repairing a live electrical line were burned when a cable exploded. Victims include Mert Noasdei Haberfield and others named in the incident, with one man admitted to Balmals hospital.

Rydney Miiany Tanian Mert Noasdei Haberfield Christe Ae Coughby Robert Francs Garland Street

Church Services and Evening Events Ad Near Town Center

Community notices describe church services and local events scheduled for the week. Readers are invited to attend prayer meetings, youth gatherings, and social activities at various neighborhood venues.

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