09 Apr 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 09, 1952
Page
1
A late night altercation at Crave concluded without further incident after a brief scuffle. No serious injuries were reported, and authorities filed a routine disturbance record with witnesses present.
Australian rail strikes disrupt services as unionists demand to prevent wage and service cuts. The Railways Department warned travelers to expect delays while officials and union leaders met to avert further disruptions and possible cancellations.
The shipping minister condemns a wharf strike affecting Australian and waterline operations. He cites prolonged delays, crew disputes, and calls for action as ships like the Dubbo and others face holds and postponed relief. Authorities consider arbitration while unions push for referendums and crew pay.
Report from London notes a potential consent award to raise pay margins for strikers and keep workers at EMR Inc. A London arbitration court may approve. Government officials hint at private talks in May, with thousands idle across large factories. Union leaders suggest back-to-work if safeguards are guaranteed.
Klaborg proposes a new cattle breed for beef output with King Ranch backing. The first shipment of 260 head is planned to depart May 23 to Australia, with quarantine 80 days in Brisbane and Melbourne. Remainder held by Americans and Australians for future sale.
An elderly man William Robert Langane of Channel Mond drowned in the Merboin irrigation channel while attempting to rescue his wife. Two bystanders recovered a body and called for an ambulance but Langane did not survive. An oxygen treatment was attempted.
In London Churchill told MPs he would welcome talks with Truman if circumstances were favorable. The Commons asked about potential diplomacy before the 1960 elections and whether Stalin’s interview altered Western unity. Officials noted mixed signals and no clear instructions from Moscow or New Delhi on high level meetings.
A £20,000 damages case against the Commonwealth Government over injuries on Maroochydore beach in December 1906 was settled and revoked. Plaintiff Imma Ane Winwife alleged negligence by an Air Force Wirraway. the defense admitted none.
Police say a man abducted his 10 year old daughter from Punawindra and took her to Sydney after intercepting her on her way to school. He reportedly stayed at Belmore for four weeks while the mother, employed at a suburban hotel, awaits further legal action.
A damaged cable from The Hague received in Canberra reports a South Molucaun opposition to a round-table conference on self-determination. It notes tensions in the House of Representatives and calls for support from the United Nations General Assembly amid anti-independence concerns.
Fragmentary text describes a proposed strike in Iran and government reaction. Mentions meetings at Trades Hall and police administration details with references to officers, governor, and transfers. Text is garbled and lacks coherent events or dates.
The report by Acting Commonwealth Statistician Mr Carver shows Australia recording a £107.8 million favourable balance over eight months, with exports dropping sharply in food staples while imports rose, notably from the dollar area which more than doubled. Detailed figures include sterling area exports and imports, non sterling trade, and wool and meat movements versus the previous year’s eight months.
News brief reports continued uncertainty in Korean armistice talks as a breakthrough seemed distant. US officials say pressure to end the stalemate remains strong, while Irish delegates face criticism from rivals over proposed compromises.
Informed sources quoted by United Press say the steel industry plans to prepare for a walkout by steelworkers timed for midnight. The Steelworkers Union prepared to join, aiming to defend defense plants, with warnings of production cuts and plant shutdowns. REA programs and atomic energy production could be affected by the disruption.
Cairo dispatch reports a tense exchange between Britain’s Ambassador and Sudan’s Premier amid claims internal Sudan affairs are Sudan’s exclusive concern. Premier Hilary Peshe reportedly balked at British demands and insisted on reestablishing friendly ties as talks soured.
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