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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1952
Page
4
A partial outage advisory outlines four hours of blackouts in the Canberra area today. The South area is affected from 7:30 to 8:30 AM and 10:30 to 11:00 AM, while the North area shows 6:90 to 7:00 AM and 11:20 AM.
Weather notes show temperatures around 458 degrees at 3 pm and 9 pm readings, calm wind with north to northeast shifts, and a cool to cold trend. Regional rainfall figures list multiple towns with varying amounts, indicating generally unsettled conditions and a partly cloudy forecast for the day.
A chaotic OCR fragment describes a compulsory mass chest X ray survey plan with dates in June and June events. It mentions Canberra and extension contact for inquiries, urging residents to inform friends.
Sir Earle Page warns against duplicating effort across Canberra departments and urges a unified administration. He argues the Commonwealth health department should support municipal health efforts rather than expand Canberra based bureaucracy, citing waste and inefficiency.
In South Australia near Crocker’s Well and Ceochere Hill, tests indicate rich uranium ore in a region claimed by Thurutuy Pedte of Kiraniume. The government awaits more reports before proceeding with development plans. An American energy expert inspected the area this year.
In January discussions outline Australian manufacture of a Canberra bomber replacement and three engined jet interceptor concepts. Ministers forecast production ramp and manpower impacts while noting U.S. and Commonwealth collaboration and possible war demands shaping aircraft development.
Retail sales in Australia for the quarter ending March 31 rose 131 percent from the same period in 1981. Volume figures show movements in meat, wine and groceries, clothing, hardware, and motor vehicles with notable increases across multiple categories. The report highlights higher values in categories such as meat and wine, while other sectors recorded substantial gains in the period between quarters.
The New Zealand leader rejects an invitation to attend a world meeting in London, citing no date for a proposed conference and signaling a wait for further developments. A government inquiry into the matter was noted, with possible implications for policy.
Australasian golfer van Nida scored a strong 140 total at the Yorkshire Championship day one. He trailed leaders Dias Piet and Hix Monde after the morning round, carding a 3 under par 68 and a 72 respectively.
At a Mozart Justi Chamber of Commerce meeting, a chief warned that disintegration of utes and a possible industrial movement by the establishment of Lay court could follow. He cited ruthless penal actions by the Court and criticized two judges for arrogance.
Sydney Thursday reports a printers strike at The Bun Ya Conrer after management allegedly failed to observe mandates. Sun Chapel details the dispute as ROC printers walk out and the executive of The Printers Shape of The Bun Ya prepares to report to the commission.
The Minister for Defence Mr McBride urged Ute community leaders to cooperate with Government plans for the Civil Defence Military Forces. He said the joint volunteer and reserve system would balance the defence pattern, with two thirds in reserve to avoid disrupting industry. He noted the 190 000 target had been reached, with 38 000 to join the permanent Army and the rest in Navy and other forces through volunteers and national service trainees. He called for full support from employers unions and parents to sustain the voluntary and reserve forces.
Anomaly noted in 80 percent import cut plans discussed by executives and merchants. Aimed at reducing orders from Britain before March, officials warned about impacts on competition and pricing. Trade leaders stressed careful enforcement of quotas and timing, with emphasis on maintaining supply chains amid uncertainties.
In the mid Atlantic a 7000 ton Geveh freighter Arteris and a 3000 ton Swedish tanker Scandinavia collided. Reports from the Canadian Air Force indicate an 8.0.8 event and weather conditions hindered coordination. No further details on casualties or rescue outcomes are available.
A powerful bull charged through a structure injuring several people. Two women and a baby sheltered in a hall as debris struck during the rampage. A man died after being struck near a fence while others suffered injuries from broken furniture and scattered wreckage. Authorities investigated the incident and cordoned the area as witnesses described a chaotic scene.
The Armoured Corps Association reports a network of branches across Australia with 4060 members. A national meeting at the Aime Hostel on July 4 will hear from President Mr Bradley and Mr West of the Grange branch. The association claims units including cavalry and motorized squads formed during wartime and maintains branches nationwide.
Miroslav Tuca, 27, was convicted of the murder of Alfred Nile Bahlberg, 30, an American engineer, in a case heard by General Criin Court Jury. Justice Kincalin sentenced Tuma to death after he admitted to participating in the April 3 shooting at Dueling Point.
A NSW delegate to Ottawa, Mr George Brith, Labour, will represent the NSW Parliament at the British Commonwealth parliamentary conference in Canada. He has served as Deputy Speaker and Chairman of Committees in the Legislative Assembly for 12 years, holding a senior parliamentary record in the Deput.
A conference backed creation of a combined ACT bush fire council with state and national input. Delegates pressed for rapid delivery of equipment, improved fire breaks, and coordinated training while warning of enforcement powers and cross-jurisdictional support.
A fragmented financial note from Perth detailing premium gold sales for December and January. It lists monthly entries with figures such as 80.14 per, totals for November and December judgments, and January adjudications. Mentions individuals Jennings and Lust, with net amounts around 281156 and 27512.7.
Minister weighing heated proposal to elevate Canberra hospital to a real community hospital status with a direct premium in, aligning departments and improving services. At a Women’s Rune meeting, calls were made to push for a Canberra hospital plan to reflect a unified effort, with aims to secure improved care, better service expansion, and clearer future improvements.
A garbled market note reports a potato grower receiving a nominal fine amid chaotic text. Identifiable terms hint at a potato market, payments, and a person named Ridolph Wolksawrn, with scattered city and road references.
Fragmented text reports an Australian university science advancement involving Professor Rey and Dr. DAhge Alumni. Mentions Howard Florey and progress toward establishing a medical research institution with new departments in physiology biochemistry and microbiology.
A chaotic OCR fragment describes a road construction project near a city shop area with mentions of departments, bids, and an auction. It references participation by Conmywarions Pty and details on planning, evaluation, and potential structures. The text is inconsistent and partly unreadable, but signals a municipal road contract and related procurement steps.
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