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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1952
Page
4
A damaged fragment from a 19th century notice thanks friends and family for support after a death. The text mentions a deceased person, condolences, and appreciation from bereaved relatives to neighbors and sisters. Includes names like Jean and Kale and references to a town community.
A. C. McKay, veterinary surgeon, lists Arthur Circle address and phone as part of business notes. The ad notes practice details and location for clients seeking animal care.
The British Aircraft Company unveils the Olympus jet engine, claiming 18,000 horsepower and the most powerful, efficient unit yet. It will power a Royal Air Force four-jet carrier project under construction, with flying range over 6,000 miles and speeds around 800 mph. Developed after years of research led by Dr. Stanley Hooker, the engine aims for low fuel use and long life for future civilian and military aircraft.
Sydney report says Arthur Dale 2 and others shot at Cyril WeDo Se with intent to murder. Dale was charged with robbery and assault during a hospital hold up at Wood with an automactic device. Brooker restrained Dale until police arrived and Dale remains in custody awaiting September 1 date.
The Canberra forecast notes variable winds at times, cool to mid day and extremely cold night conditions. Patches of frost hint at morning chill with gusts possible. Rainfall data for the region is recorded with some uncertainty, and forecasts extend through the next several days.
A public health notice announces a compulsory mass chest X ray survey. The device will operate at Civic Centre on July dates, with locations in Baird Braddon Parkes and Turner. Residents and workers are urged to attend at specified times, with arrangements to reduce congestion and contact numbers for Canberra residents.
New South Wales branch of the party reports progress in removing communists from key union posts. ALP industrial groups claim to have reduced communist influence on the waterfront and ballot powers are used to protect rank and file members from unscrupulous actors. The drive, praised as healthier for Australian politics, seeks a stronger domestic and foreign policy stance.
A fragmented report discusses Australia’s sulphur supply and industrial needs. It notes reliance on the United Kingdom and government measures to keep sulphur levels stable for vital Australian industries, detailing departments involved and proposed production targets through 1962.
Royal Austerlian Navy promotions announced by the Ministry of the Navy in Melbourne list several officers advancing in ranks including Commander Captain George Dalton Tancred, Langley Fowle, and John Fredernw ell, with appointments across naval offices and depots. Names such as Frank Coo and James Tarbert appear in related postings, reflecting a broad reshuffle of leadership and wartime administration.
Adelaide hearing delegates warned of rising synthetic fibers eroding wool demand. J B Hitchcock urged compulsory labeling and stronger measures to protect growers' interests as wool price pressures deepen. Australia’s Wool Board, seeking markets in Japan, discussed boosting wool promotion while producers urged cautious steps.
In Sydney a postal union group selects a new executive slate with positions including secretary treasurer and three top posts. Listing members and terms, the plan outlines July voting and committee roles for the West division.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Paris Paws and several garbled names near a fish ravine and hillside area. No clear event, date, or organizations are readable. Further legible copy needed to produce a factual summary with identifiable persons or groups.
Sydney Meraday? sre firat contesting for secretary of the Waterside Workers Federation. Amid a split with the ALP Industrial Group, Me Healy faces rival candidates including Alford and Roach. The federation election in August to determine the general secretary and other posts has 7000 members in Sydney. The contest reflects tensions between union factions within Australia’s waterside and industrial groups.
The report outlines Australia delaying automatic favoured nation treatment for Japan within GATT until Japan offers reciprocal advantages. Officials note increased wholesale prices and trade shifts, with mentions of Withall and Australian industry concerns about inter national trade effects and development under the agreement framework.
A Malayan leader denounces racial barriers amid unrest and security measures in Singapore. The report notes tensions between Malays, Chinese, and other groups, with calls for unity and suppression of discrimination as colonial authorities try to maintain order. Local officials express concern over ethnic divides and loyalty amid rising political strains.
Melbourne reports a looming state election triggered by Premier McDonald’s resignation and loan funding concerns. Predictions center on a Premiers Conference next week for a potential new fine location. Parties debate likely timing, with the Country and Labour camps wary of minority government outcomes and reforms.
The report notes a record overseas trade deficit exceeding £378 million with complex figures on imports and exports for the period. It highlights Australia relations and mentions various monthly values and comparative movements, including shifts in import and export totals and a general trend toward a gradual decline in trade surplus.
Final figures from Ashfield election show Labour candidate Md Riohivrawun leading after a disrupted count. Voter confusion and absentee ballots delayed results, with Liberal opponents disputing the tally as officials prepared to declare the winner early morning.
An OCR dump reports a high production milestone for the U S motor industry with figures like 4,000,000 and 5,093,018 in vehicle output. It mentions the Industry Fourth best production year and attributes a notable achievement to a group or company. Names and places are garbled, but the core fact is record production volume.
A garbled note mentions a genuine stamp and a rumored stash of money. Text references an unidentified year and vague dates tied to a Carinthian setting. The fragmentary lines imply a forthcoming event or discovery but lack clear names or places.
Government figures show a surplus of 50 000 pounds after transport losses. The record cites Cahill and the Leesan Undertaker, with under takings and liabilities totaling several millions and a note on charges and potential losses amid uncertain figures.
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