27 Apr 1956
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1956
Page
1
Fragmented report details libel case surrounding Kane and Rooney tied to ALP faction claims. Inquiries touch on executive ballots, federal authority, and alleged conspiracies within the NSW Labor scene as witnesses are called and legal actions prepared.
Volunteers travel to Queensland for a sheep shearing rally aiming to break into the trade. Attendees include gyasters, fruit enthusiasts, and youths, as graziers resist reform and training efforts. The district reports limited progress amid scarce skilled shearers and small property challenges, while arbitration discussions continue.
Police seek a dark blue sedan after a middle aged woman was knocked down on Riversdale Road Hawtherd and dragged for 600 yards under a car. The driver then fled toward Glenavon Avenue leaving the victim, aged 60s, under the vehicle. A motorist pursued and alerted police. the woman’s body was eventually found and identified as Lilien La tie City Morgue. The incident has stunned residents as investigators comb the scene for clues.
British scientists at Harwell questioned a Russian researcher Dr Kurehatov who claimed the Soviet Union leads Britain and possibly America in early atomic control research. He described experiments and methods, noting temperatures above a million degrees and hydrogen plasma, suggesting Russia could supply power via sea target processes. The Daily Express reported Harwell could soon run Russian experiments to accelerate progress.
The British Government is developing a modular guided missile believed to replace conventional bombers. The weapon will be tested at the Woomera Range in Australia, with officials citing national security and secrecy. British and Australian discussions cover the joint operation, and officials say the guided missile could eventually supplant bomber aircraft.
Disputed leadership arises as Anzac Day marches split after protests over removing the religious service. Debates focus on who commands ex service groups, with calls for broader religious input and possible protests at upcoming RSL meetings.
Secret talks on disarmament unfold as Soviet leader Khrushchev and aides weigh proposals. British Labour figures, including George Brown, press for terms while tensions rise over ships and conventional forces. Observers doubt a quick breakthrough as refusals and sharp exchanges color the negotiations.
Mrs Evdokia Petrov former MV D officer and defector cabled Marshall Bulganin and Khrushchev in London asking for assistance to contact her relatives in Russia and have them join her in Australia. She and husband Vladimir Petrov live covertly under Security Service protection while she recovers from illness sparked by worry over family fate. The appeal tests Soviet friendship and sincerity.
Australian Trade Minister McEwen announced plans to sign a new wheat agreement open for signature in Washington until May 15. The pact, supported by Canada and France, aims at price stability and equitable marketing, with projections of export surpluses and lower price ranges for farmers.
The report shows Holden posting profits exceeding £9 million, with revenue and cost figures, and notes on plant output and workforce levels. It references figures around £48,067,024 and £62,150 million in broader context, citing comparisons with previous years and government figures.
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