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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 25, 1952

Page

4

Blackouts Today Across Canberra and North Side

A chaotic day with four major outages hits Canberra and the north side, delaying services from 8 to 10 am and 3:30 to 5 pm. Advisory Council meeting discussed a Commonwealth NSW power agreement, focusing on rental and hydrology issues as New South Wales plant breakdowns are blamed for the outages. Authorities urged restoring power quickly while avoiding future repeats and minimizing further disruptions.

Canberra Aito Resteletivon Totay North Aide Kani Advisory Council Yeates Ube Dapegtor Et Works Gouaing Boevenaun

Mailey Denies He Was Communist

A suburban newspaper report quotes Mailey denying membership or allegiance to the Communist Party. He asserts he has not engaged in treasonous acts and defends his loyalty to the Queen and country while addressing questions about past oath and party association.

Mr Ryatt Seeks Music Change for Recital at National Armory

Fragmented OCR notes indicate Mr Fivattn or Ryatt seeks a music change for an event at the National Armory. References suggest a plan to hire musicians or a recital, with attendees and dates implied, but text is garbled. No clear outcome or names beyond Ryatt and possible organizers are established.

Weather fragment from Canberra area reports

Fragmentary weather notes include temperatures around 24 to 63.8 degrees, wind speeds up to 48 mph, and mentions of rain and warm conditions. The text mixes units and dates with unclear attributions, yielding an incomplete snapshot of local conditions.

Menace of racial strife in South Africa sparks global alarm

Fragmented OCR era text discusses racial tension in South Africa, condemning white supremacy and the treatment of non Europeans. It warns that colonial policies and violent clashes threaten stability, urging caution among Commonwealth nations and noting potential worldwide repercussions.

Eloquent Tribute To Late Prime Minister Of Ceylon

A broadcast tribute details the death of Ceylon's Prime Minister Mr. Fiefeneyeks. Menzien praises his calm leadership and pacifying approach, noting the impact on national and international relations while reflecting on the broader political context and challenges of the era.

Ceylon

New Education Fellowship Board Meeting Details

A Canora University college principal chaired the New Education Fellowship meeting. Attendees included Timpeon and A McKuiehe with various roles discussed, while Rose MeL and Mrs Angell were noted as invitees. Tributes honored the late secretary and the Deonmbsy.

Burton Canora University Io Ie Profensor Spute Sei Rose Mel Wel J. Fleming Ieee Es Pheer Aes Raecretacy

Legislation Sets Up Commission Over Unies Members

A cabinet approved a measure to create a commission to supervise union activities and gatekeeper distribution of electoral material. The bill aims to reduce manipulation before the next election by shortening eligibility periods from nine to five years for court inspectors and surveyors.

Bydony Unies Catinet Vummaniaalodt Pamphatnys Uwe Supreme Court Duriel Court Uf & Permon Nither Bern Electorwlee

Sister Kenny To Visit Us

A garbled notice describes Sister Kenny planning a visit to the United States for a demonstration on detecting tissue and underlying factors in infantile paralysis. The readable fragments reference a medical demonstration and related preparations.

Sister Kenny

Replacing Mt Stromlo Workshop in Canberra

The report outlines plans to replace the Mt Stromlo workshop at Burumbu with a new building near the observatory. Dr Huge notes the telescope work and machinery will be relocated, with the telescope expected to be in operation early next year. No decision yet on replants for the burnt forest.

Burumbu Bushitea Dr. Huge Observatory Canberra Tron Wngland Btronld Forest

NSW Egg Prices Control Move Prompts Market Review

NSW authorities announced a price control move on eggs aimed at stabilizing the market. The Kay Marketing Board authorized a price increase for retailers while the Prices Branch would monitor price levels and enforce new measures with special attention to price settings.

Igs Sta Pricus Prigaw Pyar Manomodt Kay Marketing Board Ren Nla Miwaione

Washington Inquiry May Be Made

A war learned oMeyaily in Cenherte yesterday that if mes Cook the Aluntration Ouverne oan might and the Ambassador y Wantington, mtr year, to inqu ire ints ths retuned to allow TM. Maloy Unenter Whe Uratert Staten. The Department of External Adie Ucut erent nyertet ng the matter, but has received t fe reports on the incident. af the eldane han nak fa ap prayed Ih the. pres IPHe hind received 90. eMicial noliflestion, und haul nat bn Hipprowengd im nquire otu Uh a it Was m mabey for the Ame d American Consulate in Melbourne or Nydoey, and wl for the me eansy. The view for Mr. Maley to enter the United State tad beet wcUed at Melbourie, there fore the matter was more likely to be dealt with more. The Prime Minister, Mr. Monson, would bid Cummient on Une factdemt, H.

Cenherte Maloy Department of External Adie Atuctican Sanberre Jerman Yen M Mabey Ame Melbourne Maley United State Melbourie Mon

Sir E. Fisk Urges Solar Energy For Power

Sir E Fisk calls solar energy the great potential source to solve industrial power needs. He notes no full method exists yet but argues practical aton energy advances are vital and favors reducing oil dependence for power.

Sir E. Fisk Sunahie Penver Bip Kinem Fisk Mead Bridal Kicvtricas Indyottiea Lil Sydney Aly Air Ernest Oliday Auberie

Improvements At Queanbeyan Showgrounds

Improvements at Queanbeyan Showgrounds include a brick building and cattle pavilion, with a new common room and upgraded alighting and entry areas. The project aims to better accommodate owners, riders, trainers, and spectators, with a revised show schedule and construction slated for completion by April, subject to approval and funding.

Extar Linnabunw Durey Vent

Drought Eased by Heavy Weekend Rains Across Regions

Heavy weekend rains ended dry spell in several districts with two inches reported in the central area. Vegetables and root crops show signs of recovery, while some regions still experience uneven rain distribution affecting production.

Sydney Muntay Aintetee

Welcome for New Member of A C T Advisory Council

The record notes a meeting of the ACT Advisory Council with Afr. McLaren replacing the Commonwealth Burveyor-General and Mrs Metares maid HiBthe Wan. It lists council members and references health, housing, dairy proposals, and public works. Discussions cover dairy leases, pine island bridge work, parking, and weather-related infrastructure issues while stressing cooperation with the Department of Interior and local agencies.

McLaren Afr J. N. G. Rogers Challmar Daley Jyarn Ber Metares Aid CA Daley Chal Man

Disturbance by Loud Speakers Prompts Council Action

The council unanimously debated noise from loudspeakers in Weington and concluded measures may be needed to regulate amplification under police supervision. They requested legal aid and attendance from the Attorney General's Department to discuss representations and future lawmaking within the ACT.

Weington Shales Peary Tim Interior Ted Mpeuluors Romdential Ura Charman Jr Dalry, My Bnakeswars Guinan alieHa Fe

Queanbeyan airman decorated in wartime service records

An airman from Queanbeyan receives a decoration amid wartime service details. The report notes his unit, posting location, and actions that led to recognition, with references to colleagues and contemporaries. The fragmentary text mentions dates, ranks, and theaters, placing the honor within the broader campaign.

Sarto D C M for Morean Veteran

The Minister for the Army Mr Proust announced the award for veteran William Rochandaon who is leaving for the Australian force. The report notes the recognition and mentions the day of the award.

Mr. Proust Wiliam Fl Rochandaon Wim Ie Australien Forpea

Sugar Price Rise in Act and Related Trade Notes

A garbled report discusses rising sugar prices in Act, mentions Auguster Pacteine in Cambece Yo Teerany, and references grocers Jonty and Cunimere. It notes brewing concerns, a Thuredas deadline, and producer lip rout duty, with vague allusions to deliveries and racers.

Cunimere A. Atuheseyan Wenat

WEW Colour for Aid Stamp Teaser

Fragmentary OCR text mentions WEW colour tied to aid stamps and a rerun of a phrase about taes and Seetstreed. Readable content only implies a local plea or notice without clear event, date, or entities suitable for a full news item.

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