29 May 1953
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 29, 1953
Page
1
A scarlet leather bound Bible has been produced by expert bookbinders for use in Westminster Abbey during the Coronation of Her Majesty The Queen. The item showcases skilled craftsmanship and serves as a ceremonial relic for the royal event.
Two British ships carried red troops in a detainee incident related to Panama canal era events. The report mentions notices of surrender and leadership by figures including the Witlein and Limited group, with references to Maravre and Miramar and a Kerrid rebuilding effort.
First revival of store beef enquiry after recent rains reported from near South and Monaro districts. Districts seek growers for abundant feed. Reports note mild weather and exceptional food grants. relief rains absence in Riverina and Victoria depress hopes of winter markets. outlook remains uncertain for beef producers.
Elm Wortham crews urge the Railways Department to remove Garrett locomotives in service citing mechanical failures endangering workers in tunnels and near Hear Prom. Deputation to Transport Minister Morin demanded action to prevent further hazards.
A fragmented notice lists lottery entries and participants including MASON Da a ea and Browning The hia Circaiay Guat among others. Additional names like Thompson MeCullum Lakemba Z. Hinton and Ho Parkes appear with addresses such as Oaks Avenue Long otte Mulidnon Road Girroween. The text indicates a draw will occur on a Friday with numbers and results pending.
In Paris Rosewall defeats Enrour Morea 6 2 0 6 2 to reach the French Singles final. The Australian will face Wich Boies after Boies upset Seixas to set the final pairing. Rosewall’s strong finish and crowd acclaim highlight a vibrant city event with Wimbledon looming.
Neil Harvey scored 103 against Lancashire at Old Trafford amid a busy England tour. The innings highlighted Australia’s strong batting, with Lindwall and Hassett influential in a tight match. Umpire Paddy Carrall clashed with Lindwall after a delivery dispute as the game ended tied in parts of the report.
Australians are among the 8000 guests at the Abbey as London readies for Coronation Week. Police and transport authorities finalize crowd control plans for Coronation Day as vast crowds are expected to flood the capital.
About 20,000 police secure 8,000 Abbey guests including 300 Australians and 7,000 Queen’s visitors at Buckingham Palace for the palace garden party during Coronation week. Crowds and traffic disruptions risk delaying the schedule. Australian Prime Minister and other Commonwealth leaders attended amid colorful pageantry.
Queen Elizabeth hosts 150 legislators from overseas parliaments at Westmonster Hall during a royal first official Coron eron encagement. The gathering included Ambassadors and officials as security extended to the Palace gates.
A 36 year old prisoner in Bathurst gaol is alleged to have attacked warders with a knife. Police believe the weapon came from another inmate or was obtained inside the jail. No warders were seriously harmed. The incident occurred late at night during the prision term.
A local committee considers Mia Olwyn Chapman as the selected Baths candidate after Lip original Booties Queen Mira Mar's vacancy. The district faces uncertainty about the future activities of the Experts Committee amid a recent meeting and ongoing competition.
A fragmented sheep market outlook suggests June activity may surge with higher business volumes and firmer off market levels. Buyers push inspection limits as inquiries rise, with regional drops and yardings noted across northwest Queensland and western markets and prices for wethers and ewe lambs tracking varied trends.
The text notes Misa Chapman being slated to assume the Sporting Queen role with the committee expressing gratitude and optimism for upcoming fixtures and strong support.
President Eisenhower at a Friday press conference rejected the Senate leader's call to forget the United Nations in Korea. He said Americans must support global unity and that action cannot be limited to one region. He stressed allies and friends worldwide must actively participate in choosing where to act.
In Sydney a man and woman were injured by shotgun pellets during an early evening attack aboard the Royal Prince at sea. The female victim Mrs Kath leen Cook suffered shotgun wounds to the shoulder neck and face. The male suspect George Smith was detained by police aboard the vessel.
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