Poor Wheat Yield In The ACT by Year End
Local market notes report a poor wheat yield in the ACT with farmers facing constraints. Unclear text references adjustments to storage and potential price impacts as the season progresses.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1951
Page
4
New Pavilion Planned for Sh Peay Farm
March 30 news notes a new poultry pavilion to replace an old cramped facility. Projection says the new building will raise capacity by about 30 percent and align with a broader renovation program under review by the Shaw committee. Changes include revised schedules and district motor route adjustments to support the public effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sue Aha
Tre Prowdent
Chace
Shaw Committee
Bern
Shale oil industry debate in Australia faces long term viability
A national discussion examines shale oil in New South Wales Cappartee area with an estimated 30 million tons of shale declared as potential by Commonwealth advisers. Projections suggest up to 2 million tons, and 5 million gallons motor fuel, plus 20,000 tons fuel oil over a century. The Commonwealth considers 35 year protection via tax exemptions while weighing costs and imports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
New South Wales
Casarvas
Mawans Cappartee
Australia
Taining
Te Chremunwealth and
Bate Governmenty
National OM Proprietary Ltd
IIT
Ralfoway
Para
Joan
Road Safety Urgency After Major Sydney Road Tragedy
An early 20th century Sydney report laments road losses and criticizes authorities for failing to prevent a rail and road catastrophe. It urges immediate action, stronger infrastructure review, and vigorous measures to avert recurrence, noting warnings were ignored and urging systemic reforms.
New South Wales New Year Auto Deaths Reported
In Australia the death toll from holiday travel rose during the three day New Year period. Official figures show 281 killed in automobile accidents with 435 fatalities the previous year and 270 of these from car crashes. The report cites no entry fee for the period and lists authorities including the Arts Council of Australia and Canberra offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aus
New York
United States
Australia
Seccidental
Hauser
Tashop
Thelin Automobile Aceidanta
Arts Cornci
Australie
ACT
Prviaon
Weather fragment from Canberra broadcast record
Fragmentary OCR note shows weather data and times with unclear values. Mentions Canberra and temperatures, but many terms are garbled. no clear dates, events, or distinct entities beyond location Canberra and general weather reference.
New England University Examination Results Summary
Ambiguous OCR reading shows names McKinnon William from Canberra and Alas Canberra with mathematics and geophysics mentions. Unable to extract coherent event or outcomes due to garbled text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shw
University Cotarat
Mckinnon
William
Canberrey Egg
Canterrs
Geophys
Grocers Undercutting Tea Prices In Victoria
In Melbourne area grocers largely kept tea prices below the new maximum after an announced rise. Some stores held at 3/10 per mo while others sold well under the ceiling. inspectors noted varied responses as buyers rushed to stock up and shops faced depleted shelves. Commonwealth Tea Controller Bennett, returning from India and Ceylon, explained views on the tea trade and tariff factors affecting pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Semua Surises Cuewdly
Ome Grocers
Donburg
Allie Tee
Grant
Commonwealth
HA. Bennett
Melbourne
India
Ceylon
Australia
Calcutta
Reconstruction plans for burnt-out shops in Sydney
Reconstruction of burnt-out shops in Sydney is planned with architect Oliphant stating government red tape and tile matching as key factors. Gevarni building contractors have been approached for quotations as work to secure suitable tiles proceeds this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Olly Phanty
Bourne
Recone Ieee Eat ‘Gevarni
Canberra Citizens in New Year Honours list
Alexander James of Braddon and Hale a surgeon physician in Canberra receives recognition for long service. Mrs Tillyard, longstanding Canberra resident and university council member, is honored for leadership in health and community service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Tiilyard
Canterra
Einiverat Association
Tilyard
University College Council
Gomretasioner
Ole Gulden
Tillynede
Victoria Leagur
Garaia
Mire
Tillyard
Ang Tt
Famous Gorilla Bushman Dies at Lincoln Park Zoo
Bushman the famed gorilla at Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo died at about 22 in captivity from a heart attack. The animal attracted about three million visitors yearly and was a centerpiece of the zoo, where keepers described his last years as solitary after an incident with trainer Robinson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Turailay
Bushman
Lincoln
Park Zoo
Mahowman
Tench Cameroons
Lincoln Park
Australian sprinters shine in London 40 yard tests
Former Australian sprint champion Frank Banner and rival Cumming tested in the 40 yard dash at Raine Hall. Banner won by four yards, clocking 144 seconds, with a late push by a backer on the same track.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tuea
Frank Banner
Cumming
Pawilerhall Nandicep
Raine
Iren
Ne’ Backmerker
Calwell Returns To The Attack In Parliament Row
Melbourne report says Mr Calwell attacked the Federal Ministry calling them irresponsible and accused them of lacking holiday spirit. He rebutted Mr Spender’s claim ministers were “delightfully zero responsible” and evading Canberra government duties since Federation. He noted only seven or so parliamentarians attended all sessions, with five Labour men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Ala
Calwell
Spender
Canberre
Aesson
Pats
Avery Noaaion
Labour
Huis Br
Catwell
Pothumous Promotion in Arlington Ceremony
Washington officials announce a posthumous promotion for Lieut. General Walton Walter who died December 23. The former Sth Army commander is to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery after the promotion in the House of Representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House of Representatives
Walton Walter
Truman
Buria
Arlington National Cemetery
The Holiday Quiz Reveals Ingenious Guessing Skills
The Holiday Quiz yielded varied entries with no perfect score. Mi lt Harry of 9 Forbes Btreal Turner submitted ten correct answers, listing items such as The Vanishing Island and Atile the Hun. The quiz touched on topics from literature to geography and historical references, reflecting a lively but imperfect competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milt Harry
Forbes Btreal
Turner
Redel Pressure in Indo China Flares Abroad
Paris and Saigon reported French troops clashed with Vietminh rebels along the northeast coast of Indo China. French spokesmen said insurgent pressure remained high as prisoners were taken and European forces maintained positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indo-China
Paris
Taltone
Saigon
No Federal Aid For County Council Plan
Sydney report on Premier Metier releasing a letter from Prime Minister Menzies stating the Commonwealth will not fund Cumberland County Council scheme. The letter cites requests for 10 million toward the plan and notes expected local contributions during a six year period. Commonwealth support rejected. town planning details and service provisions discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tursday
Metier
Menzies Iy
Commonwealth
Cumberland County Council
Meniziew Pointea
Conn Council For
Menzice
Statawce
J. J Cubitt
Inter- the County Council
Iney
Glen Davis Interview Reveals Plant Closure Debate
In a Monday session Glen Davis discusses the planned closure of the Glen Davis plant amid debates with Senator McLeay and officials. The committee seeks to persuade the Minister of the vital operation to proceed with the shutdown, noting the works and employment impacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ieee
Furl
Senator McLeay
Enmie Beatte
Glen Davie
Ailes
Glen Davis
iBomtjnabie
Bomitie
Fares Rise Debate Affects Civic District Residents
Citizens discuss fare increases and extension of service from Civic to surrounding areas. Angry neighbors complain about street disruption and extra payments to reach Civic for remittance services. The piece notes burdens on inners and households who must travel to Civic for benefits.
Man Found Dead on Mt Ainslie in Modilia Gardens
George Latote a 33 year old man was found dead in Modilia Gardens on Mt Ainslie. Police and coroner attended with a death believed to be due to strangulation. Latote reportedly lived with his wife Khuldeen and was last seen alive Friday before the body was discovered near a handkerchief and other items. The funeral plans to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Latote
Modilia
Gardens
Ainstia
Uualle
Luton
Adector
F.C. P. Keane
Uneee Khuldeen
Fale Pretences Charge At Sydney Court
A man named Howard Mee of Crow’s Nest faced a trial on a fale pretences charge after claiming to order a ceremonial item and improperly obtaining funds. The court heard details of the alleged deception and the money involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tuentoy
Iman
Wan
Tony
Howard
Mee
Mayberry
Crow's Nest
Inter
Boy Scout Found Money Promises Reward
A Sydney boy scout named Patrick Miclay was found with 200 pounds on Tuesday near Dawes Point. He handed the money in at Felice Station after discovering it and reporting the event. The boy is the son of a war widow living on Trinity Avenue. Police noted the recovery time around 6 30 am.
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Sydney
Polign
City
Philiptreet Felice Station
Patrick Miclay
Trinity Avenue
Dawes Point
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