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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 29, 1952
Page
4
The funeral of Ron MacFarlane will be held at St Pauls Church of England Pongal starting at 11.00 am. The notice lists Robert Taylor and Mrs. Sistraenet among those attending and mentions the late David Ata and family.
Merryville stud animals dominated the exhibition with judges noting strong entries and critics praising breed qualities. The event featured entries from Stonehaven Cup competitors and various breeders, with high marks awarded for overall conformation and vigor despite some weaker performances.
Fragmented weather notice describes wind, cloud cover, and temperatures with unreadable fragments. It references a meteorological service and a 20 day period. The text includes scattered numbers and directions with unclear locations and times.
The Postmaster General announced inquiries into alleged tapping of parliamentary telephones. A routine check examined lines from Parliament House to distant locations, led by officials from the department. The investigation considered prior claims and noted no definitive evidence of tapping beyond routine verifications.
RAAF survey units from 87 Squadron will operate at Fairbairn in Queensland to map more than 140000 square miles of territory. Squadron Leader C D H Browne leads the operation, with plans to deploy to Darwin Port Moresby and Cloncurry. The mission, expected to last two months, involves over 200 personnel and national equipment.
Postwar security patterns show a division of Europe into two camps with Eastern Europe under Soviet influence and Western Europe aligned with the United States and Britain. Western Germany’s integration into Western defense pacts and Anglo German talks signal a Western-led security framework. Germany seeks security against Eastern pressures while pursuing national policy within Western alliance support.
In Sydney the Liquor Royal Commissioner Mr Justice Maxwell said he had an order prepared and wanted urgent action. He briefed W R Dovey QC and called Crown Law officer C White to the bench. The court adjourned as officers prepared to execute the order. The proceedings referred to secrecy and police involvement with instructions for immediate action.
The New Zealand side beat Australia 22 to 5 in the opening heat at Young, with nine Kiwis scoring and headlines praising their form. Changes in the New South Wales team and selections for Combined Country were also noted as squads prepared for upcoming matches.
Mass X ray operations are underway across multiple departments including Public Service Board Trade and Customs and the Attorney General. A Bathurst Migrant Centre X-ray unit will scan staff at the Anatomy Institute with extended use for large scale exams. The Health Department seeks authority for more radiography as the campaign expands.
Fragmented OCR text shows references to merino values and breeding, with scattered mentions of Sydney, salons, and international ties. Notable hints include crossbreeding, competitions, and market conditions, but concrete facts are unclear due to garbled wording. The piece preserves names like Sydney and Japan amid unclear context.
The Opposition Labour Party yesterday announced it would oppose amending arbitration legislation that would allow appeals from conciliation decisions. Dr Evatt, the Opposition Leader, planned to state Labour objections as the debate resumed. The bill, aimed at permitting review of conciliation awards, risks creating confusion and delays in disputes. Government persistence to limit authority raises questions about supervisory controls and dispute handling.
An Australian worker fell from a moving train about four miles north of Pha Wan. He suffered a dislocated shoulder and other injuries after leaving the train during a mistaken stop at Wurbong. Ambulance conveyed him to Guancavean District Hospital. condition reported as serious.
The report notes a high rate of drink driving with a large share of offenders given bonds. Acting Police Commander Tamer comments on the 33 percent conviction rate and the implication for disqualification in driving offences.
Canberra reports no scheduled blackouts, with the Electricity Commission and power workers union noting normal operations. A blackout affected the south side from 7:30 to 9:00 and again 6:00 to 8:00, while the north side from Bald was unaffected.
An irregular entry list for the MGM art contest includes names such as Jean Belimite and Ube, with scattered notes about portraits and subjects. The record mentions a 4100 prize and works by Thomann and Gillery Lie wick, but the text is largely garbled and hard to interpret.
In Parliament yesterday a draft agreement between the Commonwealth and Bulolo Gold Dredging Co was laid before the House for approval. The Liberal party supported the measure though portions of the government party backed it, and a joint capital of 2 million pounds will be shared equally by the Commonwealth and Bulolo Gold Dredging Co.
Relays from a tense tennis day show Sedgman dominant on hard courts with a superb quarterfinal showing. The Australian universe leads as Savill faces Tan Drobn y in a bid to reach an all Australian final while Bedgroai eyes another upset in the overseas tour.
A report on library services for children notes government funding and overseas ties guiding the National Library project. It cites Booker’s influence at Sydney Teachers College and a Canberra event discussing children's libraries, staff training, and public support for a children’s service program.
The Bathurst Royal Commission resumed hearings with Royal Commissioner Junin Manwell adjourning to tomorrow morning. Testimony focused on local officials and the conduct of a public inquiry, with references to Bernard and Dovey, and to the Bathurst public bodies and charities.
A garbled report notes an air service incident requiring prompt repairs after a transport break down. The text mentions a stormy evening, a reactor or transport component, and subsequent statements by officials about timelines and responsibilities. Names and places are unclear due to OCR issues.
A jagged wartime appeal discusses patriotism amid Allied efforts and public apathy. It critiques political parties and leaders for failing to rally support, urging citizens to show courage, devotion, and practical action to sustain national resolve.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses political tension over tax penalties and government controls. It references a leader named Tiguty and mentions representatives opposing stricter penalties and more regulation, with various garbled phrases about social services and government actions.
A fragmented report notes discussion of the speaker’s study of the under secretaries position and related parliamentary matters. Names and precise actions are obscured by OCR errors, but references to the House, attorney general, and potential committee inquiries are indicated, with no clear outcome.
Fragmented OCR outlines delays to Hansard and related treasure matters with references to representatives, printing, delivery, and associated expenses. It mentions costs, print deadlines, and attempts to revive a stalled service, highlighting bureaucratic friction and scheduling impacts.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions state lottery in Bednay Westowauy with unclear names and numbers. Some street and place fragments appear, including possible references to Enid Milseientz Matvotin 1404 Amini Bh Nu a2THh and Dolbunie aM Ry. Details are garbled with no clear event or outcome.
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