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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1952
Page
5
Sydney reports floods easing but extensive damage lingers on the Macquarie and Nepean rivers. Homes flooded sections cut off, roads washed out, and mines in the Western district inundated. Rescue operations continue around Hawkesbury and Lachlan basins as rivers run high and crowds assess crop losses.
Sydney reports outline bravery honors to NSW Police officers for feats during a flood and gun incidents. Constable Oliver George Cooper receives the George Medal for aiding in gun battles at Darlinghurst, while Detective Frederick William Hibbert and Sergeant Charles Noble gain the British Empire Medal for dangerous actions in 1901 and 1900s operations. Other awards include recognitions to Detective Hibbert for halting criminal activity and saving lives during tense confrontations at Hing Cross and related incidents.
Sydney circuit tale of a dispute over funding for an American power plant project. Mr Cahill denies a fight over a requested dollar transfer, contending he was assured by Mr Mensies that the Prime Minister would not alter his position. British concerns offered generating equipment at competitive prices. Canberra discussions to review the matter with the NSW Electricity Commissioner this week.
Residents flee rising torrents as Camden Narellan and Campbelltown areas flood. Boats ferry people to safety while police report hundreds of crops and gardens under water. Eight thousand wickets of wine and produce submerged. multiple towns face evacuation as river levels surge. A boy, Edward Whatan, was rescued after capsized rowing trip. authorities fear further rises.
The report tells of Herbert William Barwick, 44, shot and killed during a dispute near Bellata. Police said a 32 calibre rifle was used. Barwick resided about miles from Bellata and left behind six children. A detailed location and timeline are unclear due to damaged text.
Fiji defeated Western Districts 50 to 8 in the final match of the tour. Fiji built a lead after a slow start with 11 tries and seven conversions, plus one penalty goal.
The High Court of Australia dismissed two appeals by War Assets Pty Ltd over income tax assessments for 1948-49. The decision follows a profile of war disposal materials from Milne Bay and clarifies tax treatment of wartime assets.
Fragmentary notice seeks an assistant or accountant for a firm. Mentions Risa Agures and a role requiring pension-related duties. Indicates urgent need for qualified individual with application details and contact in the Times Office.
An old newspaper clipping describes a walnut bedroom suite with a four foot bed wardrobe dressing table and chest. Also listed is an inner spring mattress and a vacuum cleaner amid a jumble of items including an antique china set and lounge furnishings. The ad references a Bigga bet and various goods, with uncertain prices.
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