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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1951
Page
5
A garbled OCR summary describes Canberra politics and regional ties, mentioning Canberra and New South Wales figures and references to Parliament, policy, and potential rates. It hints at national governance and intergovernmental discussions without clear details or outcomes.
In a troubling confession, a detective testified that an unnamed defendant planned the fatal attack. The accused allegedly set actions overnight, intending to kill and harm others before being confronted in court. Additional details describe a chaotic scene and alleged preparations for the crime.
Washington report says Chinese air strength growth prompts calls to halt work stoppage talks. Cameron area authorities press for improvements while union delegates fear job action jeopardizes re registration. The stoppage may be cancelled by Saturday as council and works director weigh next steps.
A Commonwealth bureau report covers output in Australia for the ten months ending April 1080 and compares with the previous period. Total production reached 147 590 tons, down from 161 160 tons, with several states showing gains and others declines across beverages, car weapons, and fuel products.
Postal officials report about 60 pounds of butter moved daily to Canberra with parcels from two to eight pounds each. ANA and TAA authorities say most butter comes from Melbourne with some from Sydney and Queenland. Airfreight rates and handling are noted as the major costs and logistics factor.
Snowfalls have left Cenperran roads and areas in mire hindering travel to Kosciusko. Tourists from the Kosciusky area were advised of limited Thursday services and potential seatings at the hotel. A room conversion and some equipment were noted with minor property damage to a gar age. no serious injuries reported.
In Sydney during a period of rising meat and butter prices, authorities warned of ongoing shortages. Lamb cuts fetched high prices as imports from northern regions resumed next month, with butter supply improving as distributors anticipated a gradual easing and nationwide safeguards to boost production.
In New Brunswick, meat workers report reduced supply as slaughterhouses service fewer days per week. Officials from the Union of Meat Industry Employees cite a thinning mutton stock and higher costs, with shipments limited to around 100,000 units. The Secretary notes market strain and cautions on future availability.
A staged reading of Wight Must Fall left the audience with uneven mood and slack pacing. Cast performances varied from convincing to overacted, with Rah Crago delivering strong Doctor Porter dynamics while Betty Grayne struggled to sustain emotion. The ensemble failed to fully immerse, though Alice Debts and Yvonne Crocker offered notable moments amid inconsistent pacing and missteps in character buildup.
A stowaway escaped aboard a ship near Sydney Harbour as it prepared for New York cargo. He was found aboard after the voyage started, refused to sleep in crew bunks, and later fled toward shore, suffering a head wound during the pursuit. Police recovered him ashore about 160 yards from the vessel.
Fragmentary classified notes show wanted items including a two bedroom flat in Kingston offered at about 4 pounds, a three bedroom brick house, and a two bedroom flat with specifics unclear. Employment vacancies include a full time assistant teacher position and junior stable attendant roles with wages and apply details incomplete.
The weekly Sydney market shows gains with the All Ordinaries index climbing from 217.85 to 339.75 as colonial and motor stocks advance. Balances fall slightly, while newly registered wool and petroleum shares show mixed but continued activity amid broader gains.
Fragmentary lottery notice lists several prize names and numbers including Brush Bet No O1016 and No More Tears No O08. Mentions syndicates and personal ticket holders such as W. Walsh FC Mauoot and Willie Avan with various locations and dates in a damaged OCR page.
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