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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 19, 1951

Page

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MacArthur Receives Royal Welcome in United States

General MacArthur arrives to a grand reception in Washington as President Truman hails his return. The Constellation Balsan brings MacArthur and party, amid cheering crowds and civic honors. Reporters note the immense turnout, military bands, and a praise-filled welcome as MacArthur pledges duty and leadership.

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Robertson backs MacArthur plan to bomb China in Korea conflict

Australian Lieutenant General Sir Harsce Robertson says he supports General MacArthur's proposal to bomb Chinese forces from Manchuria if United Nations action is blocked. He cautions only allied airpower could avert a stalemate, but notes no prior consultation with Australian or British governments.

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Fragmentary notice on local event appears in nibbled text

The readable parts indicate a Wednesday date and a Triamant attraction drawing crowds to a location, with scattered phrases about entertainments and a schedule that includes a rule or seating arrangement. The full details are unclear due to OCR damage but the item reads as a local event blurb.

Australian Casualties Named From Korea Battle

The Australian Army released names of ten Royal Australian Battalion soldiers wounded in action in Korea and three who were accidentally wounded. Listed are Private Nevill Humainson from Tasmania, Willige Haddock from Victoria, and private Frank Ture among others. Wounded in action are Kevin Jamies Funger, James We, and Victor Cartwright.

Arma Francis Royal Australians Korea Pte Nevill Humainson Tah Willige Haddock Frank Ture Vic Pio Kevin Jamies Funger Beda James Victor Cartwright

Local Names and Events Mentioned in Cape Power Road Date Story

A fragmented report mentions Jonny Uae at Cape Poeray and a local event with Mr. C. Avery and names including Brown Laelle Drummond Cecil Gordon Fiech Alan Charlee Bree. The text appears as garbled OCR with several personal references and locations, lacking a clear narrative or outcome.

Bydney Uae Cape Poeray Mr. C. Avery Gempururs Agerines “Brown Laelle Drummond Mecowgh Cecil Gordon Fiech Alan Charlee Bree

Workers Resume on Persian Oilfields Amid Unrest

Fragmented report notes that some Persian oilfield workers returned to Abadan amid ongoing unrest and safety concerns. The piece references strikes and tensions at the Abadan refinery complex, with authorities and foreign concerns cited as creating pressure on the workforce and operations.

Hotel Kosciusko Burns In Early Morning Fire

Night escape by guests as fire gutted the wooden two storey Hotel Kosciusko at dawn. More than 100 frightened tourists fled in night attire, shivering in drizzle while the blaze turned the resort into smouldering ruins within an hour.

Kosciusko

Bradley Outlines U S Moves To Limit War

General Omar Bradley declared United States aims to prevent World War Three by avoiding preventive or escalatory actions in Korea. He detailed five potential courses including restraint, not aiding a broader war, and focusing on a negotiated settlement while keeping military options open.

Sunk submarine Affray survivors sought after six hours

London reports rescue craft had not sighted survivors from the submarine Affray by 10 am after a grim five hour silence. Officials note oxygen may last until tomorrow evening if divers reach the craft, with 75 men on board. Divers and rescue ships crowd the area 20 miles south of the Isle of Wight awaiting contact.

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Move for War on Red China Calls for Action

Reported in a fragmented 1940s-style text, calls emerge to declare war on Communist China and North Korea. A second resolution proposes withdrawing U S troops, with congressional choices on whether to pursue conflict or cover withdrawal.

Red China

Reds Withdraw Across Whole Korean Front

Fragmented wartime dispatch notes withdrawal by Communist forces across the Korean front as Allied and American patrols report limited opposition in several sectors. Article mentions the Hwachon area, central west front, and movements toward Kumbwos and Chorwon with an air threat implied.

Tokyo U.N Tron Kumbws Chorwon Hwang Jog Iver Ixplore Omer Lenalve Lidup

Mr. Chauvet To Talk On Films Tonight

Mr Chauvet will speak on Australian cinema at the Bum Centre's Publicerestival in Alber Hull. The lecture will cover Australia's best productions and be illustrated with extracts from Encivitised Forty Thousand Moremen Rate of Tobruk and Bone of Matthew.

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Talks On Zoning Plans For ACT

A fragmentary article discusses zoning ideas and power supply regulations under state rules. It notes restrictions on electricity use during certain hours and lists facilities exempt from limits, with references to ACT officials and NAW consultations and potential impact on industry and construction programs.

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