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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 22, 1952

Page

4

Funeral notices and attendance for Canberra church service

A transcription lists funeral plans for the Presbyterian Church of St Andrew Canberra and notices by the Canberra Public Cemetery Directors ADA and others. It mentions attendees, service start times, burial at Canberra General Cemetery, and thanks from families for fire-related aid and condolences.

Manus Canverra Camneway Leas Mowenars Ce Sim Transport Canberre Putaral Diryetare Ad.a Quear Yeyak Canberra HERA Cameron Phe Pelagiw Frienin Bruce Tun Caneroy St Andrew Wucreal Tormorrow Staim The Brethren Lodge Guide Nineral Une Lata Brother Hi J. Sdach Lawley Wiie Bedehn Marrice Regalia Langley Mie Ake Ember Ht Lansley St Jadan's Chureth de Gulne Ano Hon Secritary Tadge Pride McAhee J. Lonaley

Market report on Sydney wool trade stalls and irregular prices

The Sydney wool market opened firm but showed irregularity across lots. Dealers reported varying prices and quality shifts with some entries delayed or unsettled while a director noted mixed demand and supply dynamics.

Australia Faces Far Reaching Defence Choices

Prime Minister urges careful public debate on peace and possible war risks, outlining defence budget growth and the need for prudent, long term policy. He stresses the government must set security directions even if public consent is imperfect, and notes Australia’s role in global affairs will shape future commitments.

Eitoria Chaure Tartence Gulf Critieria Lisen Amatraila Australia Aumiralie Arma Wysipaent Australis Ami

Unreal proposal for Red Hill Road safety measures

Council meeting notes urge unreal proposals to improve traffic on Red Hill Road. They consider tram lights timed every ten minutes with five minute pauses, request pedestrian safety changes, and debate extending road works while awaiting ministerial guidance.

RED Hill Road Safety Car Proprietore

Minister Attacks Duck Protection in Parliament Debate

In a heated session, Minister for Commerce Mr. Byatt attacked duck protection policies, arguing hunger makes the rice crop at risk if wild ducks are not controlled. Opposition questions centered on policy, with Evatt and McEwen cited as key figures. debate touched on New England statehood and national food security measures.

DSW Clive Byatt Commerce Agricutire MedEwen Hono Amn Ruherlua Yerina Avia Ue Bauton Evatt Deunmond New England Byatt Tate South Mengivs

Weather summary with scattered data and forecast notes

An eclectic weather summary presents barometer readings, temperatures, rainfall, and wind details across regions. It notes mild to warm conditions with light northerly winds in the morning turning afternoon breezes, and forecasts varying weather patterns for areas including Canberra, Melbourne, and Perth, with mentions of rainfall and mountain slopes.

Cashorra Renin Bam Coveen Wiral Sith Canberma Nortivarty Borrigate Tyne Snk Loral Tov Melbourne Ronan Perth Darwin

Fenced Areas to Be Replaced After January Fires

Interior department announces replacement of burned fencing along Font Stront and surrounding properties after January 28 and February 5 to 8 fires. Private contractors will handle fencing, sheds, and related repairs. tax and agricultural offices will offer rent deferment and aid to affected residents.

Department of the Interior Willendeay Fontstront Teta Commonwealth Allen Arden Kant Hughes Caitie Corstree and Agriculurs Yuerowluinla Department of Cone, Mere and Agriqulture Barton Nowaver Luins

Public Servania Competing With Business Atin Wets Ha

The report notes government efficiency concerns and calls for reform in public service management. It discusses the role of watchdog bodies, interdepartmental liaison, and the need for broader input to ensure responsive policy. Financial policy during the period is also mentioned.

Public Servania Adi Tha Canberra Tal Platine Developmant

Canberra Council Reforms and Public Works Debate

A fragmented report outlines Canberra council discussions on integrating with the Territory government, funding councils, and establishing a parliamentary court inquiry. It notes joint committees, delays in railway schemes, and debates on public works and administration since 1927. The piece mentions figures like Mr Shakespeare and Mr Moir, and references the arrival of the Amine by air and local political shifts.

Citienn Fund Safety Council Touret Bu- Yea Committee Motharersty Council Foun Tie Couneil Canberra Council Wade Radt Axnun Sas Mole A. T. Bhakespeare Rewtrictea Naw Department Canberse

Our Town Well Played by Local Cast at Nostalgie

A lively review praises the Canberra company production of Our Town at Nostalgie describing deft staging and strong performances. The cast includes J My Bungam Pengle Mart Uplivi Richard Gale Aix Purnell Ernest frolch Hugh Fleselting Wille and others in a balanced, stageworthy presentation of Thornton Wilder’s classic.

Canberra Albert Oman Otra Thorton Wilder Ale Pau Ierd Tuge Ouiabandig Surat Siar Bereof

Atomic test secrecy debated by British and Australian officials

A garbled wartime dispatch discusses secrecy around an atomic weapon and comments by British and Australian figures. Details are unclear, but the fragment hints at concerns over disclosure and the potential impact on wartime strategy and postwar plans.

More shopping facilities urged for Canberra growth

A report urges more shopping facilities and infrastructure in Canberra to ease congestion and support future development. It notes that large traders favor rapid action, but current planning focuses on addressing problems at existing shops and improving streetscape rather than immediate expansion.

Conte Tore Lo Panter Sasi Canberra Tha

General Exec Council Meeting Held at Government House

The Right Most Honourable Mie Wilwall McKell presided over a General Executive Council meeting at Government House Canberra yesterday morning. Evidences from the area indicate Melbourne may be involved.

Mumoureble Mie Wilwa McKell General Executive Council Government Howe Canbarre Melbourne

Fragmentary Note on Meeting of Officials

A damaged OCR text fragment mentions a minister, rate austerity, and an imminent meeting. It references planners, a mover, and a schedule near a tape time. The readable items show limited names and uncertain dates.

Government orders extend to textile and cotton trade

The government announced defence orders to support key industries, aiming to shield textile and cotton production from international competition. Beale cited orders for woven fabrics and yarns, with Japan and other nations supplying materials and equipment while domestic firms faced oversupply.

Japan Beale Léetence Ingiudad Presta Beta Persis Wwe Becauee Ausra Peufacturers Wouk BOLOE Analek Ae

Disposed Postmaster General Delays Talks

A misspelled report states the Postmaster General Anthony is confined to a hotel room in Canterbury Saturday and unable to secure redial treatment. A meeting with SLA Interevia of London and the Macquarie Broadcasting network was arranged for yesterday, with Lordoy, Mr Anthony, and others expected to discuss radio station acquisition by Australians.

Anthony Batel Canterca SLA Interevia London Macquarie Lordoy Seth Austratens

Young Melbourne Swimmer Claims Australian Title

Sixteen year old Melbourne swimmer John McCormack won the Australian title in a dramatic race, edging out rival swimmers by a wide margin and finishing in 41.4 seconds for the last 80 yards. The win follows a recent performance that beat a fellow competitor by mere seconds, marking a notable early triumph in the young athlete's career.

Melngurn Melbourne John McCormsae John Smwrahall Yuri Myanim Ag McCormsch Bayer Muroinnt

Canberra High pupils win education scholarships

Seven Canberra High pupils qualified for scholarships in education. Named Muakh Angell Denne Thom Jann watching CWfund Wittens as they gain funding for further study.

Canberra Benco Reuaaner Muakh Angell Denne Thom Jann Watehing Cwfund

Untitled note on agriculture and regional farming practices

Fragmentary report discusses agriculture in a territory, mentioning farmers, experiments, and practical ferrying duties. It notes ongoing investigations and a reference to Mrs Fuchack, ME, with vague context about cull and tech growth in farming. The text hints at a broader inquiry into farming efficiency and regional conditions.

Jari Atu Fuchack

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