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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 29, 1952
Page
3
A New York dispatch reports Prime Minister and British Ambassador Sir Francis Shepherd discussing ongoing Britain Persia differences. The talks emphasize goodwill and possible paths to resolution while noting no final question yet before the British government.
Fragmented report describes French forces suppressing protests in Tunisia. Reinforcements sailed from Marseilles as demonstrations and unrest continued for weeks. French officials in Paris and Tunis consider a statement to Bey of Tunis amid calls for independence.
Reports detail a major bushfire sweeping toward Canberra from Burr a region with 85 mile smoke plumes. Patrols mop up, while surveys gauge damage across Mol—Sram and the South Coast. Eight deaths are reported with two missing as communities rally, bands organize concerts, and Holbrook faces millions in damage from 300000 acres burned and extensive livestock losses.
Bonn reports indicate German officials push for compromise in Saar Basin matters as talks with Six European Army representatives proceed. The aim is to form a nine member European defense commission with eight nations proposed.
The N. W. Country Swimming Championships Carnival opened at Tamworth City Pool with multiple finals and heats. Readouts include Boys 110 yard freestyle, Junior and Women events led by swimmers from Port Kembla Newcastle and Armidale with notable times and placings across divisions.
Sydney reports a high school athletics carnival at Erskineville Oval with Parker runner F McGlynn setting a 220 yards open record in 33 seconds, eclipsing the previous 32.4 by P Gasper. Frank Sleihman of Hamilton also beat the old mark in 22 seconds, Mawarra’s XK Chapinai placing third in 22.4. Iat Clarke equalled a junior high jump record at 3 ft 10.75 in. Hamilton won the Open Relay with Parkes aiding a close points race, while Lin’s run and Rye Memorial Shield shaped the senior standings.
A Canberra based report notes a series of five concerts this year with a focus on light classical works. ABC’s Arthur Winter cites complaints about WNBM frames and user access while subscription details and ticketing timelines are outlined for 1901 subscribers.
A Canberra bowls event delivers multiple finals and semifinals with players such as Martin J and Dumphy contesting titles. Matches include singles and pairs across divisions, with handicap and club championships noted. Strong entries from Gilbert, Fox, Granger, and Cusack appear, alongside local clubs and participants from Southwaite and Milldy.
A man identified as Francis Tierney, 47, of Arnolifta, was killed last night when the Male bourne Express struck him near Marulan, after an argument at a station. Police were alerted. Tierney reportedly collapsed onto the track as the train approached.
Lord Mayor visits the grave of a frontline airman in memory of fallen servicemen. Ceremony honors Lieutenant Cane and other war dead with military officials present.
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