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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 21, 1952

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Russia Builds Up N Korea Forces During Armistice Talks

In Lexington the report cites Soviet supplied air force in Korea totaling about 1,700 aircraft with over half jets. General Vandenberg says the USSR is sending some 70 MIG-15s to replace losses. Allied air and naval actions faced heavy shelling as truce negotiations continued, with reports of sustained bombardment and air sorties.

Lexington Korea Hoyt Vandenberg U.S Soviet Union Vandenberg

Malayan Raids Use Thai Bases in Terror Attacks

In a border operation, Malayan and Thai bases were used by terrorists to launch raids. Reports cite police and military actions, with several attackers killed or wounded and documents recovered. The large-scale assault prompted authorities to tighten controls and monitor cross-border activities.

Hinapores Ranauy W. E. Harper Theo

India to mechanise coal mines plan announced

The Indian government unveiled a plan to mechanise coal mines aiming to boost output. It targets significant tonnage increases with substantial portions allocated to expanding non-extractive sectors and modernising operations across key regions.

India New Delhi Aurday Indian Goverinment Tven SrtLall

Persecutions Alleged in Colombia Evoke Tense Strife

Bogota reports claim growing persecution of Protestants, with burning and intimidation spreading across provinces. The Confederation cites 17 notable Christians targeted, describing attacks tied to religious and political tensions as authorities push to restrain missionary activity and curb conversions.

Bogota Colonie Colombia Confederation Oleh Aimee Vononary Roth Raniah Eathane Salem Lankmonth

Churchill Shaking Off Cold

London reports Prime Minister Churchill appears to shake off a cold while continuing public duties. Observers note steady schedule as health details remain closely watched and government activities proceed despite illness.

Tokyo Dispatch Signals Shifts in U S RAAF Leadership

In Tokyo on Sunday reports indicate senior U S and Australian air leaders will meet this week to plan Korea and Pacific deployments. General Stratemeyer and RAAF Chief appear to discuss strategy with Allied commanders as U S political conventions unfold.

Tokyo Hardman Niet Ni Bla RAAF Tour Nariman Wan Democrats K. Rod Parwone Neadyu Leva Melnotene Oweght Thie United Ener Etal Robert Truman Richart Harwell Penthers W. Averell Haverin Etarriman Aimaatt Oine New York Eisenhower Taft

Eisenhower Tops Editors Poll for President

General Dwight Eisenhower leads a national editors poll for president with the most votes. The survey lists leaders including King, Taft, and Mussolini as other noted figures, while Truman Kefauver Warren and MacArthur appear with varying support.

Eisenhower Washington Dwight Eisenhower Mmost Abely Nawasaper Kingahower California Truman Extel Kefauver Poeroocrat Ceneral Isohhower Benmjor Mussel Kerauve

Queen Mother Rumoured as Governor General

London report claims the Queen Mother Eenbeth might become Governor General amid speculation. Officials in London say discussions could occur when Mr Memies visits for relief with Mr. Courehil, amid widespread unfounded chatter about the Queen.

Queen Mother London Saundary Eenbeth Australia Fred Memies Courehil

Civil Police Take Over in Cairo After Military Tension

Reported in Cairo a civil police seizure followed by a six month crackdown. Egypt’s political scene shifts as discussions with Britain and Sudanese officials unfold. Abdullah Khalil, UMMA secretary, chairs talks with Sir Robert Howe and Me. Bien, while a Sudanese delegation contemplates delegation to Britain.

Cairo London Sudan Abullah Bey Khalil Rowbert Howe bin Igobert Secresary Anyhany Budan Abdullah Bes Khalil UMMA Whiew Orks Siviannse Sudanexe Aseammiilyave Robert Mawe

Atomic Scientists Face Travel Restrictions Abroad

London report states atomic energy chief Coelerafi warns that postwar controls limit free movement of scientists. He cites 1880 act implications on exchange of information and research, noting tighter restrictions affect Western countries and US relations.

London Sunny Juno “Coelerafi Iuain Yeaterday Sir John Said John Reading Berkathce Bret Mporhance

U S Readies Move On Rubber Restrictions

Washington reports the United States will lift restraints on rubber imports and cane from war era controls. Officials say government oversight will remain in place while policy shifts after years of wartime regulation and economic pressure.

Washington Haney Fowler

Shipping tie up threatens Brisbane in wartime supply clash

Fragmented report notes Brisbane port tensions and potential shipping shutdowns amid wartime supply concerns. References to unions, production authorities, and planned actions surface, signaling risk of port disruption and broader industry impact.

Brisbane Watchipown Port Conan Tau Waa Prrinlain Acouriky Thorn Lee Anton Pee Apes Tige Mme Fe Marlin Treuniee Abe Wison Hanna Fowler Sunita Arméit Amier Arvell Bern

Nearly Got Stalin s Number

Washington Sunday report outlines alleged conversations between President Truman and allies about atomic bomb knowledge sharing with Britain and Canada. The piece discusses Vandenberg and other figures, plus potential influence on U S policy and wartime alliance dynamics.

Washington Bloclade Col Aephone Fremier Stalin Vanderborg Torney Vanden Sendie Bahay Smomowe Truman Rilers Advan Tage Americas Benatar —Wanmenders Searnt White Mouse Tom Connally Truian Papren NBL Amon Vandenberg Hait Britain LO Wein Rongevelt Canada Benalt American Atomic Developmanta

Wharf overtime ban may preclude stoppage event

Fragmentary report signals a looming nationwide dispute as the Wharf Workers Federation advocates a five mile stand to press for an award. The Full Federal Court in Melbourne schedules hearings on Tuesday April 88, amid legal arguments about industrial timing and Australia wide action potential.

Brun Muteau Feayman Bly Heoraey Colledon Wasige” Workers Mielhoumne Tiyattay Admevera

Congress Move to Impeach Truman in 1947 Action

Republican Rep. Bender announces a bipartisan committee to explore the possibility of impeachment against President Truman amid constitutional crisis debates. He notes momentum and warns the Senate may not support moving forward, with potential votes and funding questions for government operations.

Ashington Truman Charge Bender Bender

Ambonese Prime Minister Held in Dutch New Guinea

Ambonese Prime Minister A Walrinal was detained in Dutch New Guinea after a raid on Ceram and the seizure of the capital Atupon in November. The incident involved 39 soldiers and disrupted the Foo Reson Dloshate operation, with Dutch authorities confiscating documents and denying contact with the Ambonese representative.

Leland Ceram Indonesia Atupon Nabuary Lokoll A. Walrinal Corwin Euatody Sy Lotto Ambonere

The Man Who Came to Lunch Mystery Fragments

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a town scene at a bank with a brief tense moment involving a person and documents. Details are garbled but imply a bank incident and a watched withdrawal.

India to End War State with Japan

Fragmentary report states India plans to end the state of war with Japan and resume diplomatic ties. An official amnesty or policy measures on April 1 are hinted, with expected steps toward reestablishing trade and political relations amid broader regional diplomacy.

India Japan Tve Wae Annan Gay Ormiente Tnd Tolyn Delhi

Briton Invents a Bomb Aimer Revealed in Study Notes

A British inventor is described as creating a device to aim bombs, with reports noting interest from Australian labs and excommitted device experts. The article mentions American engineers and a timeline touching on atomic warfare research amid wartime secrecy.

Ton Pace Eital Tarabrad America

Congress Inquiry Into Wartime Murder Of Poles

London reports a wartime murder inquiry into Polish officers killed in 1940s Katyn Forest. A 32 member congressional delegation pressed for evidence, with a former Polish student and others cited. The committee planned further hearings in Frankfurt after investigating a Sweden claim.

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