14 Jun 1952
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1952
Page
1
In Canberra Sir Arthur Fadden discusses the forthcoming Budget. He warns taxation concessions next year will be difficult to provide. Cabinet will begin Budget deliberations after Prime Minister Menzies returns from abroad. budget series to start in a fortnight.
Sir Arthur Fadden announced that inflationary conditions have been arrested and unemployment should be maintained. He said excessive public works and consumption demand earlier created inflation and that government measures are balancing money with goods and services while boosting employment and essential industry activity. He noted improved supplies of coal and steel, warned against misrepresentation of policy, and predicted next Budget would reflect different conditions from last year.
Brisbane reports the State Government forming a committee to investigate a £9 million ammonium sulphate plant at Parkhurst near Rockhampton. Mt Morgan pyrites would supply material for fertiliser. Experts from Britain and the United States say a £1 million outlay could yield about 100000 tons of fertiliser. negotiations paused pending taxation clarity.
Montreal on June 17 reports Canadian newsprint mills have boosted capacity following earlier limits. Details indicate a concerted push to raise output, reflecting industry response to market demand.
The Tobacco Association led by Mr. B. E. Leinster warned that unsold leaf and low prices last season signal hard times for growers. They cited better leaf quality but weak demand, urging federal protection and a policy mandating greater use of Australian leaf by manufacturers to sustain the industry.
Army leaders told Congress there were not enough troops in Korea amid fighting by Communist forces. General Lawnson Collins, Chief of Staff, testified to the House Appropriations Subcommittee about troop shortages and ongoing operations as U.S. and allied units confronted Communist aggression.
Report from Hong Kong dated June 13 notes Dr Burton’s wife seeking information on his whereabouts. Earlier that day a telegram claimed he had been sent and that he planned to leave Peking on June 7. Mrs Burton said she received a telegram confirming nothing definite.
London June 17. Mr Tom Williams former Labour Minister of Agriculture told the House of Commons that Australia and Argentina, now exporters of food to Britain, may in a few years compete as buyers on the world market. He warned that imports could surge as industrialization reduces farming.
Secretary of State Dean Acheson sent messages to Britain and the Soviet Union and to France asking for clarification of reports that Britain and France were ready for fourway talks on the German problem. The United States warned that serious proposals could be involved in such discussions as tensions over postwar Germany rise.
A brief report notes a transfer action labeled Koje with the phrase thing actually over dated June 13, detailing the completion status and involved parties.
In Sydney a former Corona night club powder room attendant testified about customer interactions and what she heard from staff and patrons. She described receiving a call from George Devine and details of inquiries about a former cashier, noting Devine’s involvement in general club operations and possible motive linked to his livelihood. The testimony touched on the club’s management and concerns over how the former cashier’s evidence might affect others.
A London dispatch reports Mr Menkies urged determination over complacency at the Empire economic conference. He asserted the empire has beaten the world in its era and can do so again, signaling a push for renewed strength and unity among imperial economies.
Means to sport an al tars Eighth Army enemy thrusts throwing in tanks flame throwers and fighter bombers. The heaviest fighting seemed to be developing in three attacks repulse.
Sydney reports the Brisbane City Council will have wages paid and essential services funded as the Commonwealth Bank agrees to meet immediate commitments. The bank will cover next Wednesday's £300,000 wages and service costs, with consideration of £1,500,000 to sustain operations until July when rate revenue starts.
Aldermen report a bank visit from 10 am to 1 30 pm in Brisbane with officials, stating they laid all cards on the table and will provide further details to the bank. They expect council finances to be investigated, supporting future loan discussions, and claim government inquiry was fully viewed.
A married woman who placed a postcard advertisement to place her months old son for adoption was convicted at Dartford England. Magistrates reserved sentence until the baby could be adopted. The husband claimed his wife sought help to have the child adopted after he was unable to work due to illness.
In the inquiry into the Caronia affair, Monty and others testify about the bar in use and a wall inscription. Justice Maxwell signals some witnesses may return after further evidence and notes that the writing on the wall may fade with time while a former cashier’s words are not needed to prove certain points. The witness describes going to the hospital after leaving the Caronia and hearing music in the background.
A Seoul dispatch reports a high level delegation discussing Korea's political situation. Ministers and officials including Under-Secretary GE Rh and Hart Alemandar are mentioned, with mention of commanders and a prior meeting in Tokyo before departure.
A dingo captured near Inverell on a June date was shot after a reward of £49 was offered for its scalp. The animal had previously killed livestock, prompting the reward. Authorities reported the incident as part of local wildlife control efforts.
Lord Cherwell, adviser to Prime Minister Churchill, outlined a future where a pint of water could yield power equal to 10,000 tons of coal if hydrogen could fuse into helium. He discussed solar energy, a new reactor pile, and Britain possibly using atom power stations by 1900 as coal costs rise.
Mandora stewards strike ends after conference settlement. Agreement reached on labor terms and operations return to routine, with representatives from both sides conciliating through league mediation and official statement issued.
Fragmentary OCR reads about invasion planning and related tactics. The text mentions military or strategic planning phrases without a complete narrative, leaving uncertainty about location dates or entities involved. The readable portions suggest a news brief or report on security or defense planning.
A report notes the Customs Department must wait for parliamentary enactment before implementing new policy. It warns hours or even days may pass between notification and approval, delaying potential benefits to commercial interests.
The Port of Sydney remained idle as 53 share berthed, with no week work planned and conditions expected to normalize by Monday. On Wednesday 1747 men offered for work on River Norman for a four shift, were suspended after forfeiting pay. The Industry Board suspended them for 24 hours and over 4000 men in port stopped work in sympathy.
Amid cheers and confusion, discussions touch Britain’s reserve funds and a £16 million shortfall. The message references a Merling arena and annual figures, noting months into 1951 with financial uncertainties affecting the national budget and first quarter spending.
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