07 Sep 1951
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1951
Page
1
Delegates assess Soviet intentions as Andrei Gromyko delivers a moderate speech. Most consider Soviet proposals mainly a record of opposition to the Anglo American draft and a potential late propaganda push toward Asia. Some fear Moscow may sign the treaty simply to keep a diplomatic mission in Japan.
Mr Younger outlined collective security provisions in the peace treaty with Japan and argued for rapid US backed reoccupation to ensure a stable postwar Japan. He noted India and Pakistan supported liberal early peace and warned against harsh terms delaying reconciliation, insisting rearmament remain unlikely in the foreseeable future.
A US dispatch reports a Chinese regiment with Riswin tanks advancing three miles into open terrain near the Imjin River, possibly signaling a renewed Communist offensive. The United Nations forces reportedly fought off the assault after a 12 hour engagement, aiding a break from encirclement. Allied air forces pounded Seoul as the attack intensified in northern Korea.
Townsville Blood Bank official Mrs. E Mousally asserts Red Cross aims to mitigate suffering and improve public health. She notes the service runs transfusion operations in Australia, despite local apathy, and mentions a £25,000 subsidy from Queensland to support vital medical treatment.
The cabinet will decide on Monday whether to raise the new butter price after a discussion today led by Prices Minister J. Larcombe. Acting Premier W. C. Gair attended the briefing as ministers prepared for a lengthy cabinet session.
Brisbane reports the Industrial Court hears Mt Isa Mines Ltd claim to revise lead bonus payments to workers. Advocates argue beer consumption and housing aid distort local living standards, with weekly wage outlays and increased living costs harming the town's economy and margins.
A 6-A pro test meeting of the Toowoomba branch of the Federated Jewellers decided to telegram Federal Treasurer Sir Arthur Fadden. They protest a 23 1/3 per cent tag on many items and say the public is harmed. They oppose describing their wares as luxury goods and warn of a difficult position.
Canberra debate centers on Commonwealth Bank control over trading banks to curb inflation. Analysis shows banks expanded postwar lending, especially to housing and consumer loans, while deposits rose. Critics say central powers exist but are excessive and may curb growth, urging balanced policy rather than broad credit restriction.
Sydney reports the verdict in a high profile murder case. Thom as Langhorne Fleming, 43, was found guilty of murdering his wife Betty Fleming, 35. The jury returned after 4:15 PM, Fleming showed emotion as the verdict was read and planned to see his children before facing pending questions. He claimed innocence and said he would return after a holiday, expressing trust in justice.
Canberra report notes money inflation easing with wool sales showing reduced import costs. Commentary suggests Australia will see real money outflow for imports exceeding export income, forecasting a decrease in external trade value and pressure on wages to rise to prevent monetary strain in the near term.
United Nations Commander General Ridgway proposed moving the Korean cease fire talks from Kaesong to a new location. He said talks should resume with liaison officers from both sides at Panmunjom to choose the new site, citing expected disruptions if Kaesong remains the conference venue.
The Licensing Commission report to Parliament shows Queensland hotels at 1239 in 1936 with a maximum of 1342. Seven licences were cancelled, five ceased due to permits, and three were not surrendered. Bottling permits remained limited to Hayman Island, Mt Isa, and a Capita location. A new Gladstone hotel replacement project was provisionally approved at 21,000 pounds, with erection costs estimated at 60,000 pounds. Some hotels were fined for service failures. modern furniture and tropical lounges were encouraged to ease bar congestion. Government policy favors home building. commissions push regular accommodations and meals for the public.
London Sept 5 British trade unionists rejected left wing demands at the Trades Union Congress defeating calls for a new peace initiative and restraint on rearmament. The huge show of hands marked a setback for Aneurin Bevan as delegates backed a move to favor a third force stance amid Cold War tensions. Russia bore much of the blame in the debated world crisis and the anti Communist line gained broad support among unions.
King, 56, on holiday in Scotland, will travel to London Friday night for private medical examinations before returning to Balmoral Sunday. Doctors had attended him after a cold developed into bronchial trouble. Reports cite chest specialist Dr Geoffrey Marshall and radiologist George Cordinor Jim as involved in planning X rays and a thorough examination ahead of an Australian tour next year.
Brisbane report notes a lengthy jury deliberation from 4:20 pm to 10:30 pm with no agreement in the Maguire case. Justice Mack commented the protracted, costly trial should yield a verdict, and the jury failed to agree after extended hours.
Fragmented OCR text reports a metal cut issue affecting consumer goods including aluminium. It notes a price or cost change from zero to a higher cent amount and mentions a section or unit labeled USS. The readable fragments imply manufacturing or supply disruption impacting product pricing or availability.
Fragmentary report notes London and New York metal markets with unclear figures. Mentions a price around 997 pounds and delivery details, but text is garbled and lacks verifiable names or dates.
A brief listing shows several locations and amounts such as Berea Wandoan 1741 Cairns Cenwal Fant 241% Tiscan Bay 21K03 Chinchilla 3890 Lakes Creek 21817. The fragment reads like budget or grant figures tied to multiple places.
In Brisbane on September 6 Communists attempted to disrupt a referendum meeting of Prime Minister Menzies at City Hall. They hurled pamphlets and shouted abuse but were overwhelmed by about 3000 supporters who gave Menzies a strong reception. He condemned Labour leader Evatt, claiming Canberra would name Evatt as the dictator.
General election rhetoric centering on Labor unity and anti Communist sentiment. Mr Menzies denounces Evatt and warns that a Yes vote could curb Communist influence while police eject hecklers and maintain order at the Brisbane gathering.
Canberra September 6 security officers will immediately set a constant watch over the Prime Minister Mr R G Menzies residence at The Lodge Red Hill Quarters. The move, unprecedented in peacetime, follows tightened precautions in the federal capital. The security quarters include two small offices, a verandah, and a viewing post near the main gate. Mr Menzies and his family have lived there since December 1949.
In Brisbane on September the executive of the Queensland Local Authorities Association moved to reopen negotiations for an Australia wide conference on local government finance. After a recent Brisbane conference the association urged State government sponsorship of a conference with State and Federal governments to tackle what was called local authorities anemia. The Queensland Cabinet had refused but today the association's executive planned to ask the Minister for Local Government to refer the proposal to Cabinet again. The executive met Minister P J Hilton at Parliament House and he agreed to put the question before Cabinet.
UK Colonial Affairs minister Jean Dugdale announced that a governor will be appointed for the Solomon Islands and Fiji staff will transfer there. The Solomons will become a separate protectorate with direct links to London, replacing prior communications via Fiji. He observed conditions were challenging due to climate and remoteness and noted no date for actual move.
Group Captain A. G. Carr APC Officer Commanding the North eastern Areas has been posted from Townsville to join the RAAF operations command of 91 Wing in Japan. An official notification states he will depart next Wednesday for a short leave en route to Japan.
Seven crew members died when a twin engine P2 Navy patrol bomber crashed into the ocean during night exercises with a submarine 37 miles southeast of Quonset Point Rhode Island. The Navy reported the accident occurred last night during training operations.
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