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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 15, 1952

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Reds Could Maintain Major Offensive For Ten Days

An Allied briefing warned the Communists might mount a major assault in Korea, with estimates detailing casualty totals and prisoner exchanges. Reports cited American officers and UN observers discussing ceasefire dynamics, prisoner repatriation, and the need for 100,000 troops to hold a ceasefire line.

Reds Starf United Nations Command Ators Wii Coupe Bouth Korea Jai Heung Yu Wie Ehierntatat The Republic

Ambassador flies to London with new proposal efforts

An envoy from Cairo, to see Mr Paypl iain, travels by special plane to London to present a fresh proposal from the Pros hunibly Pash to the British Foreign Secretary Mrs Ahonyeh in a bid to ease Anglo-Egyptian relations. The trip began Friday and continues with talks expected Wednesday.

London Xpecin Aste Ahonyeh Bria Boreign Okeuman

Crowd packs Beanground as heavy rain dampens Sydney show

Large crowds gathered across Sydney suburbs for the Beanground attraction despite showers and wind. Authorities report hundreds of minor injuries, with four ambulances attending and a swift weather clearance by afternoon. Tomorrow promises another large crowd despite expected wet conditions.

Telephone workers suspend strike in wage deal

Negotiators in Cleveland say 16000 telephone workers will accept a new contract from the Communications Workers of America and Bell Telephone Company, with wage increases around 60 percent of the union’s demand. The agreement would take effect immediately and workers were prepared to return to duty. Joseph Beirne of the union expressed cautious optimism about swift passage.

New York Cleveland Communication Workmen' Union of America Ball Telephone Company Bagouiatarn Myrine Smninyocs Washington Joseph Beirne

Man Feared Drowned After Car Stalls in Creek

Police believe James Mitten, 21, of Margrave Mudgee, was drowned when a car carrying five others stalled while crossing Revo Creek. The party waded ahead, but Mitten disappeared. Search teams extended operations as relatives arrived from Hargraves.

Mudgee Nim Margrave Mitcheiva Smitanell Hargraves

Television education trial in United Kingdom schools

An experiment in UK schooling uses daily television broadcasts for secondary schools in the north London area starting in Deal month. The aim is to test programme techniques and the effectiveness of visual media in lessons with reviews, demonstrations, travel and current affairs content.

London United Kingdon Tecmniques

Easter Road Toll Claims Thirteen In NSW Crashes

Sydney reports Easter road toll rises with thirteen deaths across New South Wales. Superintendent W R Lawrence warns drivers to slow and drive with care after fatal crashes near Coote Biren, Hay, Orange and Albury. Police say a rider died in a crash and a child perished in Albury while several others died Sunday and Monday as holidays claimed more victims on state roads.

Sydney W.R Lawrence Lawrence Sai Jane Egy Hay Aneht Orange Wea Mackney Jon Raw Coote Biren Caw Pilthon Innesidenta Wa Alto Albury Feidey Courpercana Jon

Victerten Deart in Ansa Tera 13 Victerten Deart in Ansa Tera 13

A motor cycle crash at Eastern Hill Fire Station in Mel Bune kills a man believed to be Jamies vedi at Sanne Bu Mere pibor. A second fatality, Mi pon Gorndownky of Somervilie Read, followed when a truck struck a tram in Ballarat. Veotd Mumia, 27, of Moore St Foats faye van wie unable to be confirmed.

Suehbar Mely Msatne Len Genet Victor Tita Vosalent Williams Bea Bt North Prams Hie Eastern Hill Mel Mi ‘Pon Gorndownky Wilamtown Road Yarroville Ballarat

Four Deaths in Five Australiaincident reported

Four people died in a night road crash near North Adelaide in South Australia. Matthew Moore, 40, one of the injured victims, was involved when a vehicle collided with another car. Police said the crash occurred shortly after nightfall and investigators are at the scene.

Ajamesaide Monilay

Agricultural Department Reports Progress in Lag Season

The agricultural department delivers a progress update on the harvest season. Details emphasize a successful overcoming of challenges and notes modest gains in yield across key crops. The report highlights ongoing efforts by local growers to improve efficiency and crop quality.

Record U S Thaw Swamps Nation With 40,000 Homeless

A severe early thaw floods towns from South Dakota to Missouri forcing evacuations. Army engineers and 4,000 troops bolster dikes as rivers surge threatening Pierre and communities along the Missouri and Mississippi basins.

U.S Dakopi Netwaska Haw South Dakota Mangas Misaouri Oriani Miakouri Bouth Daklola Pierre Tereuy

Hospital Lottery Debate Stirs Labour Conference

Convict era discussion centers on a proposed hospital lottery and funding. Mr Cameron questions Labour delegates about the move, while Mr Barry urges federal government pressure to back financing for hospitals. War-era revenue and consoliated funds are cited as context for hospital support.

Revere Hall Coun FL Camerun Ani Kanter Sirs Camernn Barry Mila Atimaler Jan Cameron Labour Moe Atami Valrants la Vietaria Pmr

Arab Workers Build New Pipeline For Myrian Mediterraneas

Arab artisans join The tei Petroleum Company on the 30 inch Nipaline project in Northrad to Hangin. Aimed at the seaboard, the line will move 14 million tons of crude to MirkUK and reach operation ahead of schedule by April this year. The work centers on supplying plant and materials from the United Kingdom while a Hedouin crew assists on construction.

Tei Petroleum Company Sirhuk Northrad Hangin United Kingdom Nia Plate

Nehru Criticizes U N Stance on Tunis Question

Indian Prime Minister Pandit Nehru denounced the United Nations for ignoring Tunisia in Africa. He urged a louder voice for Africa and Asia, noting big powers apply a double standard in Tunisian discussions and warning that weaker U N action harms regional unity. In Tunis, Tunisians protest Baccouche cabinet openings with shopkeepers opposing non preventive action and missing broad UN support for investigations.

NEW Delet Pandit Nehru Awa Africa Kein Indie Thas United Nations

New Jersey Primary Seen Vital for Taft and Eisenhower

Republican leaders gauge New Jersey as a pivotal test for Taft and Eisenhower with campaigns in high gear. The report notes both major rivals actively courting voters, amid a charged primary season and strategic party maneuvering in New Jersey and beyond.

New Jersey Taft Eisenhower Numiere Dwight Eisemmower Nts Maher Hamgahire Eirenhower Nis Bauer Ted Pehla Tarsu Ecpystad Wbandane Win Lane

Murderer killed during £ bid escape at Fitzroy

Fragmentary report details a murder attempt linked to a £ bid escape at Fitzroy. A companion was hurt, Warder weapons seized, and a chase across yards and walls ended with a death near St Pauls Roman Catholic Church. Joiner, involved in prior murders, faced life imprisonment.

Sumner Jomer Sikare Bas Ruinnet Cat St. Pauls Puther Norag Ged Uio Gantan Imate Et Rata Bates Otley Kittehan Eaay Sol Alee Martha Joiner Clerke Jeerie Clarke Fred Newt Brestle Crarn Castorty

Governor of Singapore and Colonial Service Chronicle

Fragmented report lists Mr John Fearne Mes and Mr Nicawan as new governor and mandarin chief of Singapore. Mentions education at Carlisle Grammar School, service with the British Morin Borneo Company, Cadet in Tanganyika, Colonial Secretary roles, acting governor responsibilities in Western Pacific, with dates unclear.

John Fearne Mes CMC Cormandarin Singapore Nicawan Hongwong Ait Carlisle Gragmar School Morin Borneo Company Unt Tanganyika Tri Bers Tretary Thak Cutony Western Pacific

Pope Pius XI appeals to world during Easter rites

Pope Pius XI addressed millions from St. Peter's Basilica balcony for Easter ceremonies. More than 10,000 pilgrims traveled globally to Rome to join the vigil and morning services, amid rain threats, while crowds filled the Vatican square.

Vatican City Pius XI Wall Vionne Chin St. Peter's Basilicg

Concert in Sydney Amid Snow Disrupts Military Parade

Amid heavy snow a large force of Amiratian, Indian, and allied troops pressed toward a front concert near Muntan. Baritone William Laird arrived to perform with Mary Creenpton as crowds braved the cold. Local speculation centered on entertainment during wartime and potential delays to operations.

Kores William “Laird Ald Bydney Mary Creenpton Laird Mures Weil

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