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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 12, 1952

Page

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Rail Strikes Meet Tuesday Over Higher Margins

Sydney reports say striking railway workers will meet on Tuesday to consider Conciliation Commissioner Austin's offer to hear their demand for higher margins. NSW secretaries from Amalgamated Engineering Union and Australasian Society of Engineers announced the joint meeting. The dispute centers on wage increases and demobilization plans, with leaders urging a swift return to work if a settlement is reached.

Sydney Austin N.S.W Amalgamated Engineering Winton A. E. Searle Australasian Society of Engineers 8. Gard Stelbe Enfield Eveleigh Wesnesday Timy Carrien Gardealen

Judge Questions Black Market Beer Prices At Commodore

During a Royal Commission hearing in Ayoney the judge questioned Valentine and partners of the Commodore nightclub about alleged black market beer dealings. Evidence suggested beer purchases and price manipulation tied to the Commodore and related merchants. The commission adjourned to April 3 to continue questioning about whether beer was sold at inflated prices.

Ayoney Maxiwell Daguer Royal Commuinaloner Charles Juinen Valening Vikien Line’x Restaurant Pitt Bireel Commodore Night Club Neaa Valentine Blackm Frederick Callan Kariwood Wine Wpitit Merchant James Jo Louth Imme Camminaion Frederick Caton Jus Hee Maxwell

Election party Chief Judge Kelly weighs aid on appeal

The judge reviews a challenge by Nason to the Industrial Registrar's decision on the union's request. He cites proper scrutiny, delays, and authenticity concerns amid Victorian union activity and a contested election for various offices.

de Us Kelly Nason AJLU Feuve Regiatras Regiatrar Reziatrar Fonter

Stock Market Reacts to County Council Election Outcome

The report notes a mixed reaction in UK markets with shares skirting losses while some sectors hold firm. It highlights a cautious mood as traders weigh county council results and Labour gains against earlier declines, signaling a tentative post election outlook for the British financial scene.

Russia repeats view on Germany in new Soviet note

London reports a new Soviet note reaffirming the call for a pact on German peace and a joint all-German government with a frontiers draft set at the Oder-Neisse line. Western powers study the proposal as Britain notes preliminary exchanges with France and the United States.

London Germany Poland Oticeepanen United Nations

Unclear text fragment on Britain unemployment and boxing

Fragmented report mentions British unemployment rising to around 433,000 registered in the month, with industrial ties and a note on worldwide textile figures. It then shifts to boxing, listing contenders and upcoming matches, including a reference to bantamweight rankings and an American boxing association event.

New York Prutay Melerinin American Nationas Asacciation Jimmy Carralheta Alii Eo Weel Dave Ong Oprat Antone Fon Divie Faye Willing Riley Rex Smith Nicholson Aplenteford Mon Fuxhig Fenwick Street Cifion Hill Zaide

Security Council Fails To Back Tunisia Policy Move

The Security Council virtually failed to adjust Tunisia policy as six nations opposed or abstained from voting on including the Arab Asian complaint in the French Tunisia agenda. Pakistan, China, and the Soviet bloc led opposition while France, Britain, the Netherlands, West Germany, and Turkey backed or muttered indecision amid adjournment.

York Biday Security Council Tunisia Alovensmeei Pakistan China Soviet Union Chile

Queen and Family Move to Buckingham Palace in Easter Season

London report notes the Queen and family leaving Clarence House for the last time and Easter plans at Windsor with the Queen Mother and Princess Margaret. Queen Elizabeth, recovering from an illness, will remain in London at Windsor. Maundy Money special pensions marked the day as history notes dating back to George VI. Royal procession and public engagement marked the event with a large congregation outside the Abbey as the Queen and royal party departed Windsor.

London Babens Clarence House Suet Tha Dus Edinburgh Prines Charley Trinean Anne Landes Windro Queen Mother Prian Margaret Mary Landi Baxter George Jaman

Egypt Appeals to Mr Eden Over British Attitude

Cairo reports suggest Egypt seeks a verbal message through Amr Pasha to Britain on Anglo Egyptian tensions. Obscure notes say Cairo hopes London will intervene as talks near a break point.

Carro Britain Amr Peaha Calera Fate London Amr Peake Cairo Egypt Amr Pasha Looton Halder Bayot de Alan Amir Pagtin Herranal Mr ‘Kaen Thvervene

Fisherman Battles Monster Shark Off Breaky Bay

In Adelaide a fisherman named Dean fought for 90 minutes with a great white shark weighing 452 pounds near his cutter Minetetta at Breaky Bay. He cut the line to escape as the shark remained and then the pair fled before the animal sank back. The rescued man described the shark as a large, continually growing female.

Adelaide Mr. AM Dean Victoria Minetetta Tan Donn

Surf Champion Hurd in Dive Accident

Kenneth Weal, 8 state representative of The eegant national aver tities, suffered a serious diving accident at Barrabeen on Lake Noor, after a dive failed. He was carried from the water in a serious condition and admitted to hospital.

Barrabeen Noor Kenneth Weal Arre Bean Eegant National Aver Titiesig Wollongong Allier Hrnoe Bortend Keavin Mettrent Decmarig Saat Nean Éloum Manis Hospital

Germ warfare allegations stir wartime crimes debate

A heated report cites a representative from Tangler or related group claiming U.S. forces used biological weapons over Korea and China. The piece accuses American, British, and other nations of disseminating bacteria and urges global accountability, with calls for participation in a future war crimes tribunal.

Judy America Ihek Aubemila UBER Prance Ube Nechide New Zealand Ine Philippines Mel du Aw Nuremberg Teibuhal Taolcriu Korea China American Erie

Waval Risks NORFOLK Naval Leader Urges Stronger Fleet

Admiral Lynde McCormick warned that Atlantic operations require greater effort for a naval force able to control high seas. He urged adoption of a challenging vision and the buildup of a capable fleet as leadership changes occurred at Supreme Allied Command.

Waval Norfolk

Strict Curfew Imposed on Malayan Village in Singapore

A two hour curfew was imposed for Sainge Polak Mone Ropang village to restrict movement and commerce. Foot traffic to Serraritia is forbidden and authorities suspend gatherings. Rice rations were cut from five to three. many shops closed and a large amount of stock removed. The curfew was enforced last night with ongoing measures expected.

Singapore Yratoriay Sainge Polak Maui

Malayan unrest and curfew on Tanjong Micon village

The report describes violence and detainment amid Malayan unrest. A two week curfew was imposed by General Sir Gerald Templer after alleged attacks. Officials note growing support for government measures as tensions rise over wartime food distribution and anti Communist sentiment.

Tanjong Micon Arkinot Ape Sungel Palek Wintraet Actantion United Malaya Fron Hans

Bids to Stop U S Steel Move Fail

Legal bids to halt the U S Steel operation fail as federal court actions proceed. Journal excerpts describe wage initiatives and government pressure amid a steel industry standstill, with officials signaling preparations for further responses to industry complaints.

U.S

Kirk Retains Championship in Turbulent Event

Kirk defended his title amid a confusing schedule at the Raya Bhowtong event. Officials from Vietnam and Australia joined Tasmanian organizers as Mees and Yond contested for the next title, while Manding and Kine produced notable performances.

Ayonry Axomun Fom Kine ATM Auioonalve Raya Kirk Vietruian Ack Othoi van Mees Ron Qrointree M Tasmanuin Mery Feuieth

Eisenhower poised to leave army post amid election talk

Transcribed dispatch notes that U S general Eisenhower planned to step down from his army command as Republican presidential prospects rose. Reports cite discussions with allied leaders and timing before the Democratic national convention in Chicago, with no firm announcement given until after informally coordinating with North Atlantic Treaty powers.

New York Dwight Eisenhower Truman Europe James Reston New York Times United Proms North Atlantic N.A.R.O. Caler Eisenhower United Gseourt Sten Generet

Motorist's shattered arm recalled in Port Kembla incident

A garbled report records a motorist in Port Kembla with a torn arm after a collision, with fragmented names and phrases including Fort Kin and Kembla, while witnesses smoke and a waiter is mentioned amid chaotic details. The text contains many unreadable segments and misread names.

Linnemsong Friary Aew Agattaian Bort Kembla Liven Araval Ne Bonin Fort Kin I Port Kembla Potter Toil Arnval Bane Abe Wollenrong Snes Lorgy Ie Wn

Youth Shot Dead at Maitland

An 18 year old youth was accidentally shot during a hunting expedition near Adnittand Yacy on the Maitland coast. The shooter, Renard At. John of Lamb son Roai Charlestown, fired when the rifle misfired and the barrel exploded. The victim died after being struck. Investigations are expected to identify the exact sequence and responsiblity.

Newcastle Priday Pic I Yacy Adnittand Peter Craver Lambson Roai Charlestown Renard John al Shatienowa Patarwan

Girl Shot in Lee avarms at Teenage Party

A teenage girl was accidentally shot during a party at George's River Road Crovelon Park. The rifle discharged while attendees, including a school cadet, were present, causing a wound to her wet calf. Investigating authorities are reviewing how the accident occurred.

Avarms Enday Cumpait George's Hiver Road Crovelon Erniy

UK Labour Eyes Nationalised Transport Plan Speech

A Labour source says Labour aims to nationalise road haulage and rail transport under a Transport Act model, with parliamentary debate in the afternoon. Critics argue the pledge may collide with election commitments, while supporters see a move to extend public ownership set by the 1947 act and January 1 implementation. The plan faces resistance from Conservatives and questions about financing and timing. The discourse centers on state control of heavy transport and potential impacts on industry and workers.

Abe Abe Mouse Afernoon Inter Koran Planation Churchill Mackwee Labour Toon Lertiona

U S Military Aid in Formosa Reported by Warmington

U S military aid to Formosa is outlined with details of model ships landing craft and heavy army equipment. The Mevy secretary notes a plan to assist Chinese Nationalist troops with 40 to 760 personnel and ships for staging operations.

Warmington Mevy Dan Iuimball Nationale Wainana

Terror in Spain Condemned by International Body

Fragmented OCR reports widespread alarm over violence across Spanish towns with raids, strikes, and executions. The International Confederation condemns actions as unrest and military clashes continue, urging restraint and protection for civilians amid turbulent events.

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