12 Apr 1951
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 12, 1951
Page
1
The article reports a local firm, See Naan & Sons, amid a dispute over a remaining asset. Court records show a civil action tied to the firm, with a notable party and a state court involvement. City and county authorities are referenced in relation to the case proceedings and potential remedies.
President Truman designated Lieut General Matthew Ridgway as Supreme Commander Allied Powers and Commander-in-Chief of the UN Command in the Far East, with Lieut General James Van Fleet to succeed Ridgway in Korea. Critics warned the move risked defeat of China and Japan policy, while supporters called it necessary leadership change.
A chaotic scene aboard the US command ranks as President Truman and officials discuss General MacArthur's removal and its impact on Korea policy. Observers note shock in Tokyo and Allied nerves as Ridgway and other leaders weigh future strategy and the balance of power in the Pacific.
A fragmented OCR reading notes a Canada budget surplus with mentions of manpower and economic outlook through three years. It references government preparation and concerns about broader labour market conditions amid the surplus.
Washington reports note the recall of General Douglas MacArthur by President Truman triggered strong reactions. The decision, framed as a constitutional use of power, ends MacArthur’s command and stirs debate over strategic aims and civilian control of the military.
In Brisbane a government official said about 400 migrant workers would be available for cane cutting this season. Employment service sources noted more migrants would join later, with about 450 cane cutters initially expected. Some workers would be free to take other jobs, and possibility of Italian and Dutch arrivals was discussed if schemes expand.
Migrants from Australia move toward urban centers amid rising living costs and uncertain prospects. Analysts note shifting demographics and a search for employment, housing, and social services as households recalibrate expectations in the wake of economic pressures.
The Labor Party announced that former Transport Minister E. Ward would speak in Melbourne on Tuesday and at Brisbane on Thursday with other ministers scheduled to address events in Sydney Canberra and regional towns. Mr Sir Bergama, federal ALP president, planned appearances in Bowman and nearby towns next week with stops across multiple states.
The Riverside colliery dispute centers on a settlement demand as workers threaten a strike. Officials claim the original plan was altered by a union, with discussions ongoing about negotiations and potential effects on output and mine operations.
In a reported sequence, the Bren area records multiple manslaughter cases during April. The items reference Willoussy and others, outlining a series of investigations and preliminary findings. The text notes ongoing inquiries and associated names, with focus on local legal actions and potential charges.
Mr Fadden warned of a Soviet led menace stretching from Malaya to New Guinea threatening Australia and allied democracies. He urged government powers to confront Communism, saying Australia faced a single decisive threat while the Labour party opposed granting broader authority.
Maryborough reports an heated session on coal policy as Senators accuse opponents of stalling supplies and obstructing wartime industry. Ministers defend government power, urging swift action to curb red menace and keep industrial output near full capacity while addressing wartime housing needs.
LONDON Apr 10 1951 The Chancellor of the Exchequer announced sweeping new taxes to fund Britain's rearma ment program for 1951 52 The budget raises living costs with higher income tax petrol price rise and increased purchase tax on cars radios and household appliances while keeping subsidies for energy and food unchanged The plan aims to cover a large deficit with revenue from higher taxes on earnings profits and consumption and to bolster defense spending amid inflationary pressures.
The budget outlines defence and other costs with estimates of total outlays and tax implications. Churchill warns of heavy taxation, predicting an eventual deficit and impact on public services, while Conservative opponents attack the Budget plan and rising costs.
The Budget plans aim to ease Britain’s burden through tax changes on dividends and corporation taxes, shifting more from income to consumption. It promises business investment relief, with capitalization of 17 million for capital equipment and adjustments in tax bands, while stressing inflation controls and a mixed impact on households and savings.
A draft Far Eastern security plan drawn by Dulles faced Senate Foreign Relations panels amid fears from Australia and New Zealand of possible repercussions from Japan's rearmament. The State Department defended the plan as necessary to stabilize the region while critics warned it could widen conflict with Communist forces.
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