04 Apr 1952
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 04, 1952
Page
1
The report notes French and Spanish troops marching into the city of Tangier. It mentions political changes, including a newly named premier, and references military alerts that Gibraltar could join if required. Strong entities include Tangier, France, Spain, and Britain.
An overseas briefing notes a ceremony for Colonel Bruxner amid a dispatch on Middle East and North African tensions. The report mentions Tunisia Morocco and Algeria with references to French colonial pressure and nationalist movements affecting regional stability and Allied strategy.
The United Nations Security Council meets in York to discuss a dispute between France and Tunisia. Pakistan chairs a two nation Africa Asia group that has brought the issue to the council’s attention.
Readable fragments indicate market activity in several sectors with notes on currency, rates, and trading tempo. Details are unclear but point to cautious investors and fluctuating prices across commodities and equities.
Reports cite Cardinal Spellman urging no further concessions as visa denials surface amid high level truce talks between Allied commands and Communist delegates. Military observers note prisoner exchange discussions heated Yesterday’s meetings followed a canceled secret session on prisoner repatriation.
Lieutenant Colonel Braance of the Country Party accuses the State Labor Government of using departments and Parliament as propaganda tools against the Federal Government. He notes funding and policy criticism, warns of political manipulation, and urges decisive action to protect the body politic.
Vital moves to end the crippling N S W railway strike are expected over the weekend as unions and manufacturers face possible early discussions. A demarche is anticipated and a conference may be arranged to push for settlement amid ongoing disruption to services and maintenance staff shortages.
London reports surprise as Africa's Minister Erasmus announces nine decorations for acts of heroism and service. He notes British decorations including the Victoria Cross were not placed by him.
The Sydney and Narrandera lotteries list multiple syndicate participants and addresses for the Friday draw. Entries include Alfred Fischer Adelaide Street Bondy Junction James A Browne Beach Street Cheesy AW Latham Pure Road Hurstville Po McWhinney Meredith Street Rockdale and H Johnco Atayle Street Narrandera. The draw will occur tomorrow.
Crowds gathered at the Royal Show in Sydney amid light drizzle as about 7 000 entered the grounds after opening at eight o'clock. Officials forecast record attendance and exhibitions, with over 25 000 entries across classes, marking a milestone in the event’s long history. President A Sinclair praised the turnout and the organization.
Two men sought by police after a brutal assault on Allan Stark of Kensington as he traveled to Randale. Stark received head and body injuries at Balmain Hospital. A third man robbed him of a weapon. Stark was en route to another hospital when attacked.
Air Force Field Command is alerted to report unconventional aerial objects after unexplained sightings that may be weather balloons or natural phenomena. Citizens with unusual aerial manifestations are urged to submit reports to the nearest Air Base as the saucer reports resurface.
An article reports that James P. MacGraneery of Pennsylvania will replace McGrath as head of a probe along with the Morris investigation. President Truman says Morris was not consulted and the change was decided recently.
The text notes that Giant Pante on 1000 acres at Crosbie, and Rhodes grasses, with Phalaris, produced abundant green feed during drought periods after rain. It cites Mr Johnson and area farmers including dower barrell medic, suggesting widespread drought resilience of sown pastures in the North West region.
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