Egypt's new Premier aims to evacuate British from Canal Zone
Aly Maher Pasha takes office in Cairo pledging Egypt's national aspirations including evacuation of British forces from the Suez Canal area and unification of the Nile valley. Farouk sacked Nahas Pasha after riots as Parliament faces dissolution under martial law. Egypt braces for security clampdown while Maher seeks stability and a possible new understanding with Britain.
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Snake in Childs Cot Shocks Melbourne Family
A two foot copperhead crawled into a Rockingham Melbourne cot today, 20 month old Wayne Wright exposed to the venomous snake as his mother watched. The incident occurred during daytime hours with medical help summoned promptly.
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Prototypes of Jet Aircraft Announced by Minister
Government aircraft factories in Melbourne designed and built piloted and unmanned jet prototypes to meet the British Ministry of Supply spec for high speed radio controlled targets. The piloted version tests radio control with ground data, features a 21 to 22 foot fuselage and undercarriage replaced by a retracting central skid. An Adder turbojet from England powers the plane, and a mobile ground control unit with radio gear was developed.
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German's Report on Australia Shows Labor Gap and Market
Cologne based Reuters dispatch relays Henz Koering head of the West German study group who spent five weeks in Adelaide in 1951. He found no hostility toward Germans and noted strong demand for German machinery and consumer goods. He warned Australia will develop heavy industry and cited iron ore coal and other resources. He said Australia lacks people and could offer opportunities for German skilled workers and highlighted Australia as a melting pot for immigrants.
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Spirit of class warfare in Australian politics debate
In a summer school session of the Australian Institute of Political Science, speakers discuss American industrial productivity linked to employer employee interests while noting trade unionism’ s political influence. They contrast UK and Australian unions with Labour ties and debate effects on production, migration, and policy.
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Mexican families begin forced exodus from droughted lands
About 10,000 families in the Comarca Lagunera region across Coahuila and Durango began moving northward to escape imminent starvation caused by drought. New York reports state nearly a quarter of the area’s 44,780 acres may be abandoned as rainfall failed and erosion ruined farmland.
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Gas Explosions, Fires Hit Mattoon Amid Townwide Panic
A series of natural gas explosions noon today rocked Mattoon injuring responders and residents. Firefighters battled five blazes and warned of further blasts as crews worked to rescue trapped individuals and secure the area amid the hazardous conditions and reports of additional injuries.
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Three Luxury Homes Destroyed Near Eden
Sydney reports three luxury homes wiped out by bush fires near Eden, one valued at £10,000. By midnight Eden was almost ringed as another outbreak threatened the town. The State Bushfire and Flood Relief Committee noted NSW stock fodder is in short supply, while many stock moved from fire areas. Two men remain missing from the weekend, one near Canberra and one near Guigong.
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McGregor Beats Sedgman In Davis Cup Round Singles
In a Davis Cup challenge round in Sydney, McGregor defeats Sedgman in four sets despite a strong start by Sedgman. The match features tight first two sets with 12-10 and 6-2 third set, followed by a 6-2 fourth. Earlier details note past losses by McGregor to Sedgman and Dick Savitt. Women’s doubles Bolton and Long win 6-1 6-1, while Worthington and Long take mixed doubles 7-5.
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Suva Suffered Severe Hurricane Damage Citywide
Suva was battered by the worst hurricane in its history. Winds peaked over 13 mph, with massive property damage and at least one fatality. A Chinese shopkeeper drowned as his storefront was swept away. Hundreds of buildings unroofed, central shops crushed, wharf and harbour structures destroyed, and public services halted. Lautoka escaped the worst, but areas remain unknown.
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Allied draft for armistice moves to lower talks
In Munsan Korea January 28 Allied and Communist negotiators paused the airfield issue and agreed to begin lower level discussions today on the Allied draft of a Korean armistice. The draft leaves blank for later decisions on prisoners exchange and government recognition. Major General Hsieh said the Communists will consider the new draft as a staff level basis for discussion, not a commitment to any part.
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Ohio River Flood Forcing Mass Evacuations In Ohio and WV
The Ohio River flood drove about 27 800 people from homes in Empire and Brilliant Ohio and New Cumberland and Welburg West Virginia. Evacuees used lorries and boats to safety as authorities warned of rising waters threatening Marietta Pomeroy Obley and Wheeling within 48 hours and other central southern Ohio streams swelled by rains.
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Protest meetings urged over ARU amendment in Melbourne
Jan 28 Melbourne reports protest meetings by railway workers against a proposal to appoint Communist secretary J J Brown and other officials indefinitely. The plan would allow officers to serve without election and shift control of the ARU. ALP Industrial Group warns rank and file danger to electing officials. delegates instructed to oppose at conference next week.
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Saar dispute threatens European army plans in Paris
Paris reports prompt German demand to settle the Saar question before Western European defense moves forward. Observers fear the stance may derail General Eisenhower’s push for a six nation army this year. France cites Saar autonomy, replacing the High Commissioner with an ambassador as part of broader treaty status aims.
Saar Problem Solved Must Be Found Before Defence
Bonn January 27 An offense spokesman said the West German Chancellor Adenauer would not consent to a German defence contribution until the Saar question is settled. The Saar was separated from Germany and economically linked to France. A spokesman noted France’s appointing Grandvall as French Ambassador in Saarbrucken worried West German circles. A Social Democratic spokesman said the Saar is part of Germany and France’s ambassador to part of German territory is unbearable.
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French Forces Sail for Tunisia from Marseilles
Paris Jan 27 A R P French reinforcements embarked at Mar seilles for Tunisia after riots. More than 1200 paratroops Mobile guards and a Colonial Infantry detachment along with sailors sailed. Tunis reports calm after sabotage incidents nighttime. railway lines and a bridge were damaged but repairs restored traffic. Police and army patrols search Cape Bon where German General von Ami n surrendered in 1944.
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Navy Viking rocket target to break world record
Baltimore January 27 A A P A Navy Viking rocket will be launched next spring in an effort to surpass the world altitude record of 136 miles the current mark set last August near New Mexico.
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West Indies face daunting chase in fifth Test
Australia closed at 377 in Sydney with West Indies needing 416 to win. At stumps West Indies stood 112 for 2 as only two fourth innings totals over 400 have succeeded in England Australia Tests. Captain Stollmeyer, 64 not out, leads a race against history while Weekes was left four not out after Langley missed his edge.
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Spin dominates the day in a high tempo test match
Wicket taking spin dominated play as Australia faltered posting 377 after a strong beginning by Miller 51 and Hole 62 amid sharp bowling by Worrell Gomez and Valentine. West Indies replied 78 with Rae top scoring 70 minutes at crease before Williams fell to a late burst by Ring.
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Valley man bashed and robbed in daylight assault
A 64 year old man, Thomas Woods of Waterstreet, Valley, was knocked down and robbed of £3 at 3:30 pm behind a Bryneck Street wine saloon. He suffered head and facial injuries and was taken to the General Hospital with a possible leg injury from a fall.
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Persian Prime Minister's Request Reported in New York
AAP dispatch from New York reports that the Persian Prime Minister formally asked Sir Francis Shephard for a meeting or assistance. The brief note hints at a diplomatic overture amid unspecified talks and unclear details.
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Women’s Athletic Titles Highlight Record Contests
Mary Grace, noted as sitting out, and Shirley Strickland of West Australia claimed national upyards hurdles championship in 11.2 seconds matching her Olympic standard. Marjorie Jackson won the 229 yards event in 24.8 seconds, closing in on her Australian record by about a fifth of a second.
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Huge air attack launched in Korean War rail line strikes
Toric Jan 71 AAP Rout ers report carrier based naval aircraft launched their biggest attack of the war on enemy communications today. Navy gunside force siege north Korea coast. Carrier plane attacks cut railway lines along 100 miles of the east coast in 16 places. The Fifth Air Port said nine Superfortress bombers dropped 90 tons of demolition bombs on the Sinsaju railway bypass bridge.
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