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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1952
Page
4
In loving memory of our dear mother who passed away June 8 1951 Please God take this message to our loving mother above Tell her how much we miss her From her daughters Tillida Eileen and grandchildren A C McKay B Y Se Ufya Uni Veterinary Surgeon and Physician Arthur Circle Home 77
Two men found dead near Broken Hill in South Australia appear to have died from poisoning. Leslie Auwrila Terbee was discovered at the Antica Station near Broken Hill. Toyeareelt Chantle Louvain was found fatally injured at Biapehon Creek, ten miles from Broken Hill. Police suspect poisoning as the cause and are investigating.
The report notes a bitterly cold morning with temperatures around 25 degrees at 348 am and slightly rising later. It mentions early marriages and weather forecasts with winds, rain, and cold conditions across Adelaide with a focus on chilly, wintry conditions.
A fragmented notice describes a compulsory chest x ray survey with sessions for residents in Athens. It lists dates June 12 and June 15, with times from 7 to 8 30 pm and contact details including telephone extension 379 for Canherra. The text mentions a campaign and asks residents to inform acquaintances.
The Canberra Times discusses Britain and its monarchy in June 1952 context. It weighs the Queen’s future ceremonial burden against the need for privacy and pragmatic duties. It notes royal traditions, duties, and the Crown’s role amid global trends and modern media.
A scrambled fragment reports Queen Elizabeth's coronation ceremonies in London at Buckingham Palace with royal officials and college entourages. It mentions Garter King of Armes, the heralds, and televised coverage of the events.
An unfinished OCR fragment notes flour cargo to be sold by auction or sale in Sydney. The garbled text mentions quantities around 180 000, weeks of warehousing, and references to shipments, consignors, and a potential schedule but details are illegible. The exact parties, dates, and sale terms cannot be determined from the readable portion.
A fragmented report outlines a proposed butter price increase and its potential impact on consumer wallets. Officials consider adjustments to government subsidies and tax lines to ease costs while pricing policies face scrutiny amid market pressures.
Reported activity details unclear but references oil companies and equipment readiness in Exmouth Gulf. Mentions possible special equipment and readiness for operations with names and places obscured by OCR errors.
Fragmented text describes a New York event involving a general and graduates. Names and details are garbled with unclear dates and places. Core idea references a military figure and a Friday occurrence but specifics remain unreadable.
In Wollongong a meeting of RA members discussed increased margins and union actions. The president and secretary proposed continuing the campaign for higher pay while disputes about costume costs and labor conditions delayed decisions. The group planned further talks next week as union efforts resume.
A young actress from Calcutta, 14, wins a film role after responding to a local ad. Her parents Cyril and a 18 year old brother support her as she joins a company arriving in Calcutta. She later earns praise from director Jean Renoir and is hailed by the Women’s Club of America for a top film.
The NSW Premier J Cahill speaks at a conference of the Australian Labour Party warning of output restraints and government policy while campaigning ahead of a general election. He accuses opponents of seeking to cancel plans and vows to defend wartime style production.
Damaged ship repairs are underway after striking a rock near Sydney. The event prompted emergency work, with crews from local dockyards and sea police coordinating the salvage. No injuries reported and officials expect repairs to extend over several days.
The Sydney council discussions focus on municipal expenses with aldermen and council members weighing a levy of 280 pounds for immediate costs. The proposal aims to secure funding to cover pay and hire expenses while seeking provincial government assistance to amend funding mechanisms.
Fragmented notes describe a subsidy policy for Northern Territory stock in Autumn Winters timeframe. Government minister statements reference an arrangement involving high purchase price and freight charges. Readable content is garbled with multiple misspellings and incomplete names.
Flood warnings issued as Eildon Weir overflows and towns report rising waters. Residents scramble to monitor spillways and rising creeks with warnings spreading toward Angaratta and nearby river towns as authorities brace for worsening conditions.
At the annual conference in Sydney the executive nominees for President and Vice President were defeated in ballots. Names and exact results are obscured by garbled text but indicate losses among the executive contenders with various individuals named in the fragment.
Fragmented notes describe tensions within the Labour movement amid debates over leadership, votes, and policy directions. References to party state, figures like H Wright and Egan, and conflicts signaling potential leadership challenges and shifts in stance.
The report lists seven deaths in traffic accidents across multiple roadways over the weekend. Names include Peters Vazulntals and Janie Mewart among others, with several others injured as authorities investigate the crashes.
A fragmented dispatch details road deaths in Victoria with scattered mentions of victims and locations. It notes fatalities near Mount Bend, Avent township, and related emergency responses, highlighting the harsh toll on travelers and communities.
A chaotic hockey carnival ends with numerous injuries across teams. Key players from Barrack, Wark, and Central face tough games as schedules and results unfold at venues including Canberra and Worth.
Disjointed OCR notes describe unrest at a UK prison camp with clashes involving authorities. The text appears garbled but references an Army response and significant damage across a mining district, mentioning Red Cross, Red Moles, and multiple casualties or evacuations.
An unreadable OCR fragment from a local page appears to mention a time and names in a fragmented municipal notice. The legible parts reference Tove and Pak with scattered letters, suggesting an incomplete public or community item without clear action or outcome.
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