17 Oct 1951
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 17, 1951
Page
1
Lancashire Fusiliers began active duty in Ismailia after a British spokesman reported the canal zone situation worsening. An Egyptian mob looted and burned an army canteen as police aided rioters, with British forces now patrolling railways in the Suez Canal zone to quell the unrest.
Cairo rioters clash with British troops as eight killed, and British schools and embassy areas face attacks. Ismailia sees regiment deployment to restore order while Egyptian railway and taxi workers boycott British forces. Demonstrations surge after treaty abrogation news.
Eric Cremins brilliant 32 on the last nine holes earned him the Silver King purse at Riversdale today. Cremin finished four rounds at 277, while Pickworth totaled 274. Routley defeated Jack Coogan 3 and 2 in the nationals quarterfinals at Royal Melbourne. Heard (NSW) and Billy Higgins (Victoria) will duel in the semifinal tomorrow. Routley beat Coogan in the semifinal to meet Heard in the 19th hole.
A 60-year-old tailor named Some Lion Platt was fatally shot in his workroom on Castierreagh Street late yesterday. Police recovered a wallet with notes and a German vehicle key near the scene, and a 41-year-old man from Piette Parkette is in custody for questioning.
The Thth Army said Allied forces on the central and eastern fronts in Korea advanced one to three miles toward the main winter defence system. On the central front American and South Korean troops moved nearly four miles. UN forces edged toward Kumsong as the Communists mounted small but fierce counter attacks repulsed by Allies. On the western front the British Commonwealth division reported no significant contact.
United States Sabre jets reportedly destroyed eight Russian-built MIGs and damaged five more in air battles described by AP from Tokyo. One Sabre was shot down earlier. The Fifth Air Force counted thirty-three American jets facing over a hundred enemy planes in combats spanning altitudes from 30,000 down to sea level. In total, 207 Allied and Communist jets participated today.
An armed man was shot dead by a detective during a chase through Darlinghurst streets as police sought to escort him to the Darlinghurst station. A second man, in custody for questioning over stolen property, was taken by detectives near King's Cross. the suspect逃 broke free and fired, prompting a gun battle along Forbes Street toward the Darlinghurst Reception House.
In Canberra Mr Menzies urged reason in Middle East affairs, stressing Egypt and Sudan as vital to long term interests. He warned King Farouk to influence Egypt away from rash moves, cited the Suez Canal as crucial to Australia and urged a Middle East command including UK US and others. The debate also covered Abadan oil and Persia’s nationalisation, with Evatt affirming Britain’s leadership and intervention rights.
Reuters Cairo correspondent reports Iraqi Minister Naguib al Kawi Bey has been recalled to Baghdad to report on Egypt's abrogation of the Anglo Egyptian treaty amid Iraq's push to review the Anglo Iraq treaty of 1951. The Iraqi Legation in Cairo disclosed the move in a spokesman's statement tonight.
In Canberra Mr Menzies rejected claims that the government had not placed any new ship orders with Australian yards since taking office. He said orders had been placed and aimed to keep industry busy, while NSW official Mr Clare Lah noted yard difficulties and no new orders were received.
In Bourke Street the fugitive fired twice and missed. He climbed a 12 ft wall, leapt to the footpath, and fled. Detective Hibberd then fired from above as the man pointed a revolver. A shot from the billets hit him in the head, killing him instantly. He collapsed and died at the scene.
Oct 16 Sir Arthur Fadden suffered a minor collapse during a state dinner at Parliament House in Canberra. He told colleagues he felt unwell and was driven to his office then rested on a lounge before returning to his hotel. The treasurer has been under pressure from ongoing referendum campaigning and budget preparations.
A military strato freighter vanished today on a flight from Asores. Up to 14 crew and passengers may have been aboard as searchers fear a crash into the Atlantic Ocean.
Oct 14 Sydney report says opening batsman Jack Moroney has dropped out of the New South Wales Sheffield Shield side to face Queensland in Brisbane commencing next Friday. He is replaced by all rounder Bob Madden. Moroney withdrew due to domestic reasons.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Lisquet Ali Khan was wounded when a gunman fired two revolver shots in Karachi Ort 6. The incident occurred today with the prime minister sustaining injuries described as non-fatal. details about the attacker or motive were not disclosed.
Cairns Mayor Ald. W H Murchison urged inclusion of Cairns in a royal visit by Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh. At Cairns City Council, he read a telegram to Acting Premier V C Gair asking to extend an invitation through proper channels as the tour may be expanded due to Their Majesties possible Australia visit changes.
Oct 16 Canberra report says the King and Queen will be largely aided by Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh during their Australia tour early next year. Minister Eric Harrison announced revisions within the itinerary and will notify Prime Minister Menzies to inform State Premiers. Royal visit director general Lt General Berry-man returned from London with remarks on the trip.
The Security Council met after a two week delay to discuss the Anglo-French dispute. Dr Glanwyn Jobb of Britain urged a provisional plan allowing limited flow while working toward a negotiated settlement under international court principles. Dr M Morsadeq spoke for Iran, noting jurisdiction limits and urging no coercive measures while maintaining friendly relations with Britain and Pakistan. The council adjourned after a 15 minute session.
Brisbane wool sales opened with prices showing a five to ten percent movement. Major buyers included the Continent and Japan with Britain supplying supplements. The lot featured good to best top making standard fleece, with fair to firmer condition overall and several attractive wool clips in dry state. Prices for greasy wool ranged around 12 1/6 d to 17 8 d per pound.
Air Marshal James Donald Innes Hardman, newly named Chief of Air Staff of the Australian Air Force, in a London interview urged a big balanced air force to defend Australia’s coastline. He stressed a large reserve of trained airmen and joint Pacific exercises under the Australia United States New Zealand pact. He noted his family would follow by sea and that he is eager to serve in Australia.
Britain faces a pivotal general election as polls show women voters holding the balance of power amid Labour and Conservative contests. A rally incident in Wolverton sparked clashes over a banner, while fringe candidates surface including Alexander Hancock challenging Churchill. Ukraine- era tensions and Middle East defence plans loom as Egypt's stance could sway outcomes.
In Kyushu southern Japan the typhoon left 358 dead and 937 seriously injured with nearly 90,000 homes destroyed and over 100,000 flooded. About 267 missing. Over 400 Allied soldiers and some crew rescued from the transport Kongo Maru after it ran aground in the Korea Strait. A merchant ship reported missing nearby as UN troops were also rescued from the stranded vessel. Sydney was ordered to search for the missing ship.
An Australian report states sugar production losses in Queensland amounting to about £4.5 million this year due to heavy weather and cane damage. The production totals imply roughly 1.2 million tons of sugar, with cane yield estimates around 24.5 million tons. The decline is linked to storms and delays in the 1951 season across northern and southern Queensland regions.
The Charters Towers Charter of Commerce calls on Minister for Lands and Industry Mr A Jones to secure relief for drought-stricken Charters Towers and surrounding districts. The request aims to address farming and local industry losses.
AUSTRALASIAN role at the forthcoming senior military conference is clarified as Australia and New Zealand are expected to be fully represented in the staff of a new regional command in peace time. Britain rejects West cooperation while Egypt rejects defense pacts with the West. Cairo reports waves of evacuations as families move from Alexandria to the Suez Canal area.
London dispatch says British troops are ordered to stand by near the Suri Canal with orders for quick deployment. The Daily Mail reports the move amid rising tensions in the Middle East and notes antlers sent from London for this purpose as a precautionary measure.
Notorious escapee Darcy Dugan and associate Desmond Naswell Jones were caught attempting to saw through a cell bar at Grafton gaol in a nighttime bid. Warders say blades were smuggled, with a 30 foot wall and escapes from other facilities in Dugan’s history noted. An inquiry into the attempted escape is ongoing.
Sister Kenny plans a brief Townsville visit at month end arriving around October 30 for three days. Townsville District committee chair Mr T Allens announced the visit and referenced her historic infant paralysis treatment clinic opening in 1995.
A garbled report discusses Britain facing pressure from extreme groups over the Sudan situation and a proposed treaty. It mentions fears of government resistance and potential upheaval, with references to Farouk, Rexendrm, and Anglo treaties amid political tension.
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