Urgent appeal to Reds on relatives in Australia
Government officials urged Russian leaders Marshal Bilganin and Nikita Khrushchev to permit family reunions for Australians with relatives in Russia and European satellite states. Immigration Minister Holt said a cable requesting early travel of divided families was sent to Britain for delivery. The appeal cites children separated from parents by war and asks for compassionate action to restore family ties.
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Marshal Bilganin
Khrushchev
Australia
Halt
Russia
Latvia
Lithuania
Poland
Hungary
IE Ue
M Sypatielis
Yospange
Australis
Uhase
Haltow
Gavia
Ilk
Snc
Red Cross International
Bayern
Agreso Penne
Duster Nate
W.sk
Austin UN
Marsnc H Bilganin
Khyushchev
Austra
Holt
Imported Timber Policy Spurs 50th Conference Talk
At the 50th conference of Long Country Saw Millers Association, Mr. Brawl argued imported timber should be used for long lengths as road transport is costly. He cited government duties and salvation taxes, noting imports affect local prices and industry viability while noting wood’s protective qualities against gases and radiation.
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Brawl
Long Country
Millers Association
Saveliing
Brattwald
Evatt attacks Holden GM profits as extortionate
Dr. Evatt, Opposition Leader, denounces General Motors Holden profits for 1955 as extortionate, claiming the company earned billions in value from Australian taxpayers. He argues tax measures and higher prices would curb excess profits while criticizing the Menzies government for inflationary policies and wage tax concessions. He cites dividend payouts to American parents and calls for action to reduce car prices and curb corporate returns in Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evatt
General Motors-Hollon
General Motors
Holden
Ante Vivic
Menzies
EL Sala
Saeninae Ae Matronomicas
Ifie
General Motorafolden
Austin von Industy
MMS
Ine
Amerie Lh Jusent Company
Tb Hue Hote
Australia
Oh “Brant
General Mojors-Falden
Pinv
Conoval Motors
Golden
sAstonila
Towett
United States
Austral
Vietnam Army Officers To Visit Canberra
Vietnamese military officers plan a goodwill tour to Canberra visiting Parliament House and war memorials. They will meet with Australian officials, tour defence facilities, and visit naval bases in Shiney Newcastle and Koyungara, led by Colonel Linh Muang Vein of the Vietnam National Defence Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ganigerra
Toni
Canberra
Department of Internal Affairs
Austen
Sia
Shiney
Newcastle
Koyungara
Linh Muang
Vietnam National Defence Department
Australtan
Level Grossing Smash At Broken Hill
A bus collision near Broken Hill South Broken Hill on Southern Road injured about 31 people including a woman aged 99. Emergency crews, doctors, police and firemen worked at the scene. The engine and tender ploughed into a crowded bus, ripping a section from its side. One woman was killed, identified as Leena Hoskins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Frigay
Brolet Hill
South Broken Hill
Andres
Sors
Eli
Servie
Uno
Namibtel
Ronit
Bath
Leena Hoskins
Hebbard Streal
Amnesty for Prisoners in East Germany
East Germany’s cabinet ordered a general amnesty for prisoners convicted of war and related crimes. The move affects 68 inmates held in East German prisons by Soviet civil authorities. 62 will remain in detention for review. The announcement followed a group of 12 prisoners arriving in West Berlin from Brandenburg prison, part of a larger release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berle
Urbay
East Germany
Communaty
HeWe
A.dln
East Geran
West Berin
Brandenburg
Einwe
Anglo Soviet Talks Prove Fruitless
The talks yielded no binding agreement and failed to resolve Europe’s peace questions. A signed communique listed trade aims with Britain and the Soviet Union, but offered little on Middle East stability or military restraint. Reaction in Britain deemed gains limited yet worthwhile for a broader push toward international security.
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Mirdle
Byltuly
Rugsla
Frentention
Ordeavour
Palestine
Healithy Gei
le Tsast
le Communique
Canmalinique
Europe
Reds Open To Arms Embargo Talk With MLE
London reports say Russia’s leaders would join an international agreement to halt arms sales to the Middle East. Marshal Bulganin and Khrushchev spoke at a press conference before leaving for a Russian visit, inviting support from Britain and the United States to ease world tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Russia
Uyey
Middle East
Rusaline
Marshal Bulganin
Khrushchev
United Nations
Marahal Bulganin
Lena
South Africa to be Represented at Dartheaming Session
South Africa will be represented at the forthcoming session with relief to the United Nations. Parliament yesterday announced that Mr Brie Louw disclosed in the session that South Africa would participate. Nel SBIENE personally attends the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Apiuca
Daphtown
Briel
South Africa
United Nations
Vblely
Brie Louw
Nel Sbiene
Australian Jets for Us Visit Hobart and Canberra
The United States aims to boost goodwill with a Hobart visit and Canberra-based Canberras. Reports note Canberra long-range jets being produced at Fisherman’s Bend and Amberley Wing tests. A new route to America is anticipated via Dawnville and Honolulu, marking the first sustained Canberra-built jet test flight.
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Saratoga
Ye New Yeraval
Brooklyn
Hobart
Briany
Vorson
Huss
Bomiers
United States
Yar Alt
Thivniay
Pisherman's Bend
Astra
Tapi Aga
Canberra
Bamber
Amberley
Taiverton
Afroybey
Cunbouras
Dawnwville
Swajeleit
Honalulu- Via
Pencey
Americo
Nixon Decides to Run Again
Richard Nixon announces his decision to seek reelection as Vice-President and President. The report notes Democratic resistance and Eisenhower's cautious stance, with officials describing the political maneuvering and potential impact on the Republican and Democratic races.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nixon
Washington
Richard Cayling
Kinenhower
Jamies Hagerty
Eisenhower
Maul
Eporses
Eisenhower Caid Seversl Weekin
Willy
Som
Tima
Cuatom
Trade Blockage No Hindrance Claims From Red China Delegate
A Red China trade delegation touring Australia said Chinese five year plan fulfilment faced no hindrance from Western trade blockages. Leader I Choo Kuo Chiang noted rapid industrial growth, extending franchise to 18 year olds, 12 million unionists now, and that unions have no political affiliations though political tests exist in general.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red China
Wade Myckyde
China
Chinese Teale
Wich
Australia
Num
Ion Teadersy
Kuo Chiang
Tha
Aw- China Federation
Trade Uniona
Chang Tien Min
Bitteing Workeers' Union of
Chun
Alan Cheng Ping
Coal Miners’ Union
Choo Kuo Chiang
Iito
People’s
Sama
Ebinse
Althougy
Chiang Snirh
Menzies Sends Poem to Tri Soer in London
A fragmentary notice from London reports Mir Menzies sending a poem to Tommy Trinder and referencing friends and games. It mentions a tavern gathering and greetings to a team, with lines about spring, Worcester, and joy from a social setting.
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Mir. Menzies
TRI Soer
Pritay
Eablon
Pinna
Menzies
Ayerneys
Ian AL. Pommay
Tringer
Tommy
Faybrdera
Worcester
Will
Tommy Trindes
Ahead In Quality Jets Claims on Doolittle Revival
fragmented text outlines statements by General Doolittle on aviation progress and nuclear propulsion. notes talk of strategic bomber power, future aircraft roles, and global war implications with emphasis on firepower concentration and North America as a primary theater.
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Doolittle
United Statin
Rissta
James Doolittle
Masce
Shy
Dooliftip
Che. Commom Wequi “Govaenwent
Sonteyange
Dooliflis
Digaisaing
Slom Power
Shcraft
Ue Bae
Ral
Nat Ho
Wae
Domltth
Mannan Aircraf
Hans
Gaya
North America
Federal RS.L. Not To Act On Anzac Day
Anzac Day marches in Sydney would not be interfered with. Key figures including Neagle and Noizle indicated the issue remained a matter for the organization. The review and scheduling details were discussed, with several observers noting the ongoing planning for events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal
Rs.l
Wedegml Leadubuviatsetite
Anzac Diy
Sydney
Neagle
Noizle
Qyteel
Lonsdale Street Premises Auction Result
Auction of Lonsdale Street premises passed in after bids. Owner Ms A A Moevis conducts a public sale of a 2,900 square foot property with 4,600 square feet including an adjacent extension. Reserve price started at 140 400 with three bidders, private negotiations followed.
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Lonsdale Street
Fesk Mmnur Inurlaromas I Lonsdale
Hine Dumane
Ownet
A. A. Moevis
Pdaci
He! Pressas
Gibio
Uly
Sie
Lin Muctionee
O- J
Wao Su
Wandgevy Uit
Glovpo
Smut
Werk Jyroceau
Unclear text on Kenyan poling figures and office data
Fragmentary report suggests figures linked to Kenya and an office in London. Details are garbled, with references to mapes and 1015 people. No clear event, date, or actionable fact can be confirmed from the readable portions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Rgay
Coronlin
Ofice
Kenya
Meat Employees Union Seeks Increments Amid Pay Controversy
A Meat Employees Union seeks pay increases and incremental payments for contractors amid ongoing wage negotiations. The Public Service Board agreed to increments for employers on Commonwealth projects, while some hospital staff face uncertain raises as talks continue with union officials citing stalled protections and extended overpayments.
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Australavne
Ifiakkan Couel
Hose Gramieq
ALC Muster Bull Agsocialiut
de Mniohs
Aura
Public Service Board
Lyulusis Mgmpore
Engineers Claim Rejected Amid Electrical Workshop Controversy
Engineer Findlay faces a rejected claim tied to a Kingston depot electrical works project valued around £22,000. The dispute centers on a contract for the depot and delays in payments as the project proceeds, with tenders due by early May for the main electrical workshop. Lowly written notes indicate the Ministry and department scrutiny continues.
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Kingsten
Findlay
Thiurwawys
Neamun
Ootobay
Mioin Electrical
Indlay
Woyl
Unclear OCR text related to a wrestling event
Fragmentary OCR content describes a wrestling contest with garbled names and phrases, lacking clear events, participants, or outcomes to form a coherent summary. No verifiable entities or dates can be extracted for a proper card.
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Marshal Gulganin
Feunbbheher
Mr. Holt
Feiulav
Vietnam
Broken Hill
Anthony Buen
Marshal Burgant Va Ts
Insthal
Ary
Mingus
Ag Wen
Formosa Straits
Wietztin
Stendava
Marshal Bulganii
Mgr
Khyushchey
London Times
Severn
Aupini
United Ravan
Sketel
British Labour
Newannye Mo’ Dally Merata
Reds
MLE
San
Shen Loshaw
Bindiy
Wiilay
Matte
Meat Employees’ Union
Avisington Iors
Sieldnye “Prereuny
Aleie
Wellingtiey
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