Hero's Welcome for the Freighter Captain Carleen
Captain Carleen arrived at Falmouth amid a civic welcome after a long voyage. He responded to critics and recalled the perilous journey as the town cheered and photographers captured the moment.
12 Jan 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 12, 1952
Page
1
Captain Carleen arrived at Falmouth amid a civic welcome after a long voyage. He responded to critics and recalled the perilous journey as the town cheered and photographers captured the moment.
A fragmented OCR snippet hints at a Danish seer named Captain Caren, with unclear context and stray terms like Friday and Coretmages. The readable bits suggest a local backward glance or quirky column note without a clear event or outcome.
Turmoil's 31 crew earned a small reward for saving Captain Cerinen and Dewey. An official of the Admiralty Prize Court noted salvage care was rare and the award was modest, with some predicting a larger sum had it not been for competing claims.
Captain Carlsen recounts a harrowing voyage aboard Flying Enterprise where a storm damaged the ship and crew faced peril. He describes delays, crew morale boosts, and the decision to stay afloat despite heavy seas and waning hopes.
Mrs Carleen breaks down in tears at news from New Jersey as Captain Sherrick Hart Cron and crew return from danger. Relatives and neighbors express pride and gratitude while Carleen receives support at a family home amid a community tribute to the captain and crew.
The report records Carlsen’s reply to a civic welcome in Falmouth praising Captain Parker and two others. He thanks Captain Parker and others, expressing deep gratitude and awe at the reception. The Danish Naval association is noted in relation to the event.
Fragmentary text mentions Cairo and an attack, with garbled names and entities. It references a terrorist act, a company, a president or board, and possible affidavits, but details are unreadable.
President Truman said he would not recall General Eisenhower from Europe yet would not stand in the way if he wished to campaign for the Republican nomination. He indicated plans to publish a political plank before a Republican candidate is chosen and ruled out forming a secret commission to root out corruption.
The article reports a flood of offers following Captain Carlsen and Captain Carleen as a group considers command changes aboard the Flying Enterprise. Mr Hand Thamesndtaen and other owners discuss transfers and potential new ships while officials of the ship line leak details about wartime plans and a possible return to service.
Sydney police investigate a large fire that destroyed hundreds of goods valued at about 630000. Refrigerator, cars, wool, and jute were among items damaged as officials work with fire services and the government on potential causes and remediation.
A Siamese merchant from Ranburi, Mr Boon Pong, received a £500 presentation from the Minister for the Army to honor his aid to the war effort. He supplied medicines and cash amounting to about 140,000 to Allied princes and contributed to the army’s welfare until his death. Mr Francis expressed thanks but noted limited circumstantial acceptance of the gift.
The freighter Pennsylvania reported 14 miles off Seattle that its crew faced a gale and heavy seas. One crew member mentioned struggles as the ship pressed ahead to a possible rescue. The vessel, owned by the State Steamship Co, bears a history of prior losses including five crew members in a 1914 accident aboard the George W. Waite.
Police report a man was shot in his bed with a shotgun pellets fired from outside the rear wall. The body was found by a delivery person as dawn broke. The killer waited until the victim climbed the stairs while Ravens wife and children were away at Mackay.
Sydney Friday report states Federated Tronworkers' Association National Secretary Mr Le Short refused a cheque for 203 pounds to cover solicitor and intervener expenses. The court inquiry examines claims by three men said to be not bona fide union members and not entitled to union funds.
Report quotes General Turner denying probes of a ceasefire and noting airfield control was central to the Communist position. Truce talks paused after brief sessions and set to resume Saturday amid continued pressure and world opinion shifts.
The report outlines McDermott’s murder conviction at Batharet in 1937 and subsequent commutation. It notes his 1938 indictment and links to a Royal Commission chaired by Justice Kinsella reviewing the case. It mentions evidence disputes and remarks about misled witnesses and trial conclusions.
The report details McDermott's reaction to compensation discussions with Australian authorities. He asserts innocence and criticizes the government stance while allies praise his conduct. A broad inquiry continues into whether any payments are due and who bears responsibility.
A court report details allegations against Calman and others during the murder case. Judge Kinsella voices concern over improprieties and witness credibility while a defense attorney questions police conduct and the handling of evidence, urging proper procedures and fair trial standards.
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