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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 01, 1951
Page
4
A garbled elegy fragment mentions a cherished mother Marz and a final year reference. Readable parts hint at a memorial voice noting loss, longing, and a desire to speak or reunite on a certain day. The text remains unintelligible in key names and dates.
The King and Queen will watch with deep interest the many celebrations planned for next year. He recalls milestones in Commonwealth history, including the 1952 visit to Australia and the Commonwealth Parliament’s relocation from Melbourne to Canberra.
The Jubilee eve sermon at St Christopher’s and Wesley Church reflects on loyalty and liberty, linking religious fidelity to national unity. Archdeacon Davies and speakers urge a balance of rights and duties, celebrate Catholic ancestry, and warn against modern excess while stressing family, faith, and duty to Australia.
An aged fragment mocks a church gathering with Rev Hector Harnson, praising divine blessing while reflecting on wartime losses. It recalls Australians’ heritage, British inheritance, and calls for repentance and gratitude. The piece laments 109,000 young Australians killed and urges spiritual resolve amid global conflict.
The Rev. Hackworthy proclaims a free church in a free state as vital to Australia's future. He warns against church and state fusion while urging spiritual stocktaking and ongoing national duty. The speech stresses independence, social harmony, and the need for all to share in building the nation.
The text records Mr Fadden’s Jubilee message praising Australia during the 1951 commemorations. He emphasizes loyalty to the Commonwealth, unity in testing times, and gratitude for wartime service and aid. He urges national resolve, religious duty, and a forward look toward federation centenary events in Victoria and the nation. The speech links celebration with social harmony and economic progress.
The Indonesian president signals he will discuss Western New Guinea only after the delegation returns from a conference. Cabinet and foreign minister plan to meet to decide measures if talks break down.
A January note in The t Peartitioner reports that new drugs ACTaL and Cortisaze are not the cure for rheumatic trouble. Doctors from the medical world doubt the latest "advance" and warn that the drugs should be used only as adjuncts, not primary treatments.
Regional forecast notes mild north to southeast winds with fine spells and few showers inland. Canberra readings show overnight low near 57 F and daytime highs near 69 F with barometer readings and wind speeds recorded. capital city temperatures listed alongside regional figures for several cities.
Observers fear extended conflict in Asia and the Near East may ignite new tensions as the Soviet Union and allies press for advantage. A Balkan shift and potential German showdown loom while Western European deterrence expectations hinge on East-West détente fostering stability.
Vienna reports the death of President Karl Renner at an advanced age after a long illness. Renner, a key figure who helped shape Austria after World War I, served as president starting in 1948 following a period as chancellor and pivotal work to unite the country under a central government.
A fragment mentions a reward offer of 11,000 for information leading to recovery of a coronation tone and reference to The Sunday Dispatch. Details are incomplete due to OCR damage but indicate a large bounty and a press source.
New Zealand cricketers gathered to lay a memorial wreath in tribute to fallen teammates and services to cricket. The ceremony honored past players and celebrated the team's history and achievements.
Fragmentary text reports winter conditions across Europe with mentions of Germany and Halland Zyder regions. It references temperature readings, depth of snow, and disruptions. Information appears inconsistent and partially garbled with notes of service cancellations and weather readings.
Hobart residents packed the waterfront to greet the Ocean Race finish. Margaret Rintoul led the fleet home, clocking 6 hours 47 minutes 1 second, with Mistral V close behind at 6 hours 49 minutes. Crowds cheered as the winner's crew logged a 1800 year burlesque of time and the event drew a triumphant crowd at the Town Hall.
Taxi drivers announce a protest sting in Sydney with a planned action between midnight and 7:30 in the morning. The event centers on opposition to an abrupt application affecting hire operations and taxi regulations.
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