20 Feb 1952
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1952
Page
1
Coast Guard reports Fort Mercer remains afloat after early reports of capsizing. A long list of survivors is noted with attempts to recover missing crew members. The disaster details indicate many men were separated, with some remaining aboard the vessel as efforts continue.
The 7266 ton Helen Stevenson with 35 crew was disabled and cracking after a storm five miles off Bermuda. Coast Guard cutter Dexter reached the ship amid heavy seas as rescue operations unfolded and the DemVer ba on patrol reported attempts to stabilize and removal of crew may be needed.
A fragmented report discusses a proposal to have the Queen live in ten Commonwealth countries. It mentions figures like Mr Robens and the Duke of Edinburgh and notes debate in Parliament about hosting arrangements and potential crisis responses across the Commonwealth.
In New York reports a rabies outbreak drove foxes to attack residents including housewives and children in Kashersy Pennsylvan ia sections. The victim, Mrs Roby Dixon of East Albns, died after a rabid fox bit her, and she struggled to free herself.
Market notes list butter and cheese prices with references to wartime rationing and farm outputs. The column mentions key producers and regional price points, alongside notes on supply and demand for basic dairy goods.
A British speaker warned of national debt and unemployment while urging end to wartime controls. He criticized delayed economic revision and pledged policies to restore prosperity and unity with the United States and the Commonwealth.
Britain France and the United States debate postwar German policy as they consider defence in Western Europe. Anthony Eden and Dean Acheson oppose a full German armament ban while Robert Schuman signals French fears of a revived German militarism. Britain and America resist fully backing France in Europe defense plans.
Three men and a woman suspected of safebreaking fled in a stolen car at high speed after police cordon at Blakehurst. Constable A B Heys fired at the vehicle at George’s River Bridge toll gate. the car sped away, outrunning a wireless patrol car. Police reported the burglars disturbed the Hotel area earlier.
Chairman Campbell announced at the Inverell ground that the annual show will feature high class horse racing with a large crowd expected. Entrants include Inverell, Graf ton, Lismore, Brisbane, Moree and Tamworth horses plus two pony stallions and two shunters. Notable entries include Hiram Ted from Brisbane and Mrs Betty Brown with three trotters advancing tomorrow.
The sisters travel 2500 miles from Bun Daberg to Inverell Armidale Tamworth Brisbane and Sydney shows with horses Royal Reserve Royal Bluewyn and Humber led by Pat Collyer Their 14 ribbons at Inverell and Brisbane exhibitions signal strong prospects for the Sydney Royal and the Inverell show programme highlights their hunts riding and equestrian display across multiple events.
A brief parliamentary message from London notes a formal address to Parliament on Wednesday. The document references a government or royal proceeding and signals upcoming discussions or announcements.
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