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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1952
Page
4
Partial OCR text notes a contract for supply and delivery of materials at the tutor in Conberen for July 1953 with dates 1895 and August 1895. Details available from the Assistant Secretary.
A noisy report lists participants and scores from a local sewing or fashion event. Names include Mire. A Getlor, Mrs J Cam Mina, Mrs J Snow Mare, Mek Re Trew, Mrs Ic Litton, Mrs Kelly, Mrs Pengtane. Winners: Men Guiloway Won of LS a one ies Mew jax 3 up.
Interstate Boxlers Meera O Noble and A Minnis travel to Canberra for a club event hosted by Canberra Bowler Club. Measures Noble and Minnis will showcase their Club Pavily with a public address at Forrest on Saturday night at 8.00 p.m. Barwrtay venue in Queanbeyan bowling elaba.
Fragmentary OCR text notes compulsory mass chest X ray campaigns with times and dates unclear. Mentions approvals and penalties, dates in June, references to multiple districts and agencies, but exact actions and authorities are unreadable.
Fragmented, OCR heavy text discusses renewals in Washington and Australia. It references energy policy, rare metals, and peacetime uses of sterile power. Professors Clews and Young discuss aligning national science programs with international expertise to benefit future posterity and domestic capacity.
Reported strong post event results from a health department X ray screening campaign in Narrabundah. About 5 280 persons were examined since the campaign began with a rush at night, 300 X rays performed. A mobile X ray unit will operate at the Girn Guides Hall Flinders Way Murray Crescent on today and tomorrow with sessions from 1 30 pm to 9 30 pm. Attendance high. some people unable to attend during the Gay holiday period.
An official stated there were no blackout plans affecting the Canberra region. The remark followed notes of potential disruptions, with no evidence of active load shedding or scheduled outages impacting residents or businesses in the near term.
Waterside Workers Federation directed the men to stop work after a protest tied to 1767 men, implicating 24 ships. Uncertainty remains whether the stoppage will be allowed or lead to suspension for ten days as talks continue.
The article recounts Hav Airman in Tokyo and later Paris linked to Sal W. RK Bode and Cyne David Beit with references to mentors and education at Canberra Grammar School until 1944. It mentions Morse Epes and a high society wedding reception for about 400 guests in Commadeneilia Howe, highlighting a liaison between the Bittle and American Air Forces and a planned stay in Sepen before returning to Honglauh.
A wartime report notes Britain plans to reduce imports by two thirds for certain goods, including tractors and other vehicle parts, as the cabinet considers easing restrictions. The proposed action targets imports to curb overseas spending while maintaining essential supplies for industry and military needs.
Brisbane's finance crisis jeopardizes wages for 9,600 council workers and essential services. Alderman Robertson says funds are insufficient to meet payroll and keep tram and water services running. a Commonwealth loan and stateTreasury support may be sought to bridge the gap before month end.
A government pledge of 50 000 pounds toward a memorial in Canberra to honor American servicemen who served with Australia in World War II follows a deputation from the Australian American Association. Officials said the act would sustain the tribute as wartime contributions were key in uniting the allied effort and public subscription would be supplemented by government funds.
In a busy schedule from Queanbeyan to North City results show Queenbeyan leaders and Captain's Plate contenders. The event list includes matches at Queanbeyan and surrounding venues with schedules at 1.20 pm and 3.30 pm, featuring City and Suburban sides and a focus on Captain in Flat and related committees.
An unreadable OCR fragment discusses new catapult plans for carriers from the Admiralty. It mentions figures like 000 and possible installations, but the text is garbled and incomplete, leaving the core details unclear.
In a court transcript a girl witness recounts warnings she received before naming a man in the liquor probe. The witness explains phone calls and threats aimed at suppressing her testimony while Justice Maxwell orders anonymity for one informant and directs careful handling of the evidence. The proceedings reveal anxiety about identifying sources and ensuring protection for those who testified.
Testimony before a commission reveals temperance advocates urging prohibition of liquor licenses and local option measures. Officials debate home sales, taxation, and the role of religious groups in enforcing temperance, with calls for broader restrictions across the state.
Fragmented transcript shows a witness describing threats by phone connected to a Caronia case. She recalls a call urging her not to walk a street, naming her and mentioning suspects seeking those who gave evidence. Court questions probe the credibility and details of the threatening communication.
The trial centered on identifying the caller who spoke to a defendant in court. A woman testified that a colleague from her office accompanied her and that the man who made the call remains unnamed. The witness stated the caller’s voice and details, while the judge urged writing down the name and the caller’s identity.
A fragmented notice discusses a public service board meeting and authority over statutory powers. It mentions Puriaiven An and Jay ha Caine Src, focusing on how to obtain and exercise power under statutes and the role of the Public Service in the process. The text hints at protocol and procedures for regulatory actions.
Fragmentary article outlines budget talks in the Commonwealth government. Mentions unions funding, projected financial year totals, and allocations including million pound figures and special appropriations. Notes political wrangling and concerns over employment and grant levels.
Sir H Lawson, prominent figure connected with mines, dies following a mining incident. The report notes his long service as Premier Victoria and former Senator, with details about his funeral plans and private arrangements.
Fragmented text suggests a sports item about Union winners earning double points. Mentions names like Yost, Branton, Havenerbarry, and Brora, with scattered references to race events and junior outcomes. Overall readability is poor with many garbled sections.
Soviet pressure on Japan dominates London deliberations as diplomats prepare to present a unified stance. The foreign office signals firmness while denials surface about concessions that could affect war-related fuel and wartime commitments.
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