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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 07, 1954

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Colombo powers called to meet on S E A T O plans

The Ceylon Foreign Ministry urged the five nation group to hold a Rangoon conference between August 20 and 27. Sir John Kotelawala awaits replies from India and Indonesia as Burma and Pakistan have agreed. Peking reports defeat of SEATO plans in its daily paper.

London Ceylon Foreign Ministry Colombo Rangoon Burma Pakistan Ceylon John Kotelawala India Indonesia Peking S.ea.t Vewpie Seid Poncny Peonie's Pauly Ofl Hinere

Justice Dovey limits apology in Royal Commission critique

Mr Justice Dovey declined to apologize for legal criticisms raised by two senior bodies about the Bradley Rusdon Royal Commission's handling of the inquiry. The Bar Association and Law Institute warned the inquiry could damage judiciary prestige while Dovey defended the proceedings as fair, noting bias in some reports and stressing independence of the commission.

Beunr Ory Dovey Tina Fenelion Bradley-Rusdon Royal Comamanian Haif Bar Asso Hon ALB W. Law Instituty Royal Bonnimkiners Fire Association Covell Justice Dovey Une Davey Ae Law Institute Daily Telegraph Morning Herald Justice Bovey Ute Counet Law Institute Te Imulhe Triius J. W. Bond Aldridge Solieltay Royal ‘Commissions J. Curmidy Studley Baxtor A. Barkin Cankidy Sheyeve Ott J. Poolm Xolieiton Hindiey Fouston Shean

Distillery Fire Kills Six. Major Blaze Engulfs Plant

A lightning triggered massive fire at a distillery in Los Angeles caused six deaths and 38 injuries. The blaze destroyed an enormous amount of whiskey stock, with authorities estimating losses near a million gallons. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours as flames spread, with facility officials saying the cause was linked to a thunderstorm and an explosion inside the plant.

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Anus Council Awaits Views Of Colombo Powers

The Anus Treaty Councyes review spanned developments post Tanda Chisia niewie ro with no decisive actions taken. Final dovations on the proposed treaty were expected after compiling views from Australia New Zealand United States India Bahrain Pakistan and Sri Lanka, highlighting tensions over regional leadership and international endorsement.

Colombo Werday East Asia Australia New Jewland United States India Burningi Jonegin Pakistan Ceyon

US to Share Coal as Part of Foreign Aid

United States plans to distribute surplus agricultural goods and coal as foreign aid. Final arrangements were not yet set, with July date cited for distribution and market price considerations noted by officials.

Washington Buites Biassey

Opening Ceremony of Brutish Empire Games at Vancouver

View of the infield at Empity Stadium Vancouver during the opening ceremonies of the 1754 Meth Empire Games. Team representatives form a semi circle with a Canadian in the foreground. The Games begin today.

Ganers Empity Stadium Vancouver

Indian Protest to Portugal on War Hysteria

New Delhi reports large anti Portugal demonstrations after Os Mandel Taixiera comments. Authorities warned of grave repercussions and urged immediate measures to prevent further escalation as Indian protesters condemned war rhetoric and urged restraint.

Portugal A.A.P New Delhi Lawrence Os Osbriel Taixiera Taan India Portuguese East Africa

Leaders Face NATO Talks and Philippine Support Cited

A fragmented mime of stable policy lines shows the Leader of the Opposition pressing NATO questions while awaiting clearer responses. Sources vary between Daily Express and Telegraph depictions, with emphasis on a Philippines angle and perceived gaps in the British stance.

Daily Express The Daily Telegraph Ieenut NATO Philippines Eos Naka Es Ioc

Unclear fragmentary report with mixed names and countries

Dissolved OCR text mentions Britain, Burma, Pakistan, India, and Americans amid unclear death counts and diplomatic notes. No coherent event or outcome detectable.

Air-Sea Rescue Of Flies In Commie Ray Test

A chaotic wartime scene reports an Australian air sea rescue test involving balloons near Sydney University. Royal Navy assistance followed a balloon craft strike, with one craft burning and entering the sea. Officials discuss navigation, radar tracking, and recovery prospects while an NGO operates amid tense conditions.

Sausage Meat Prices Down Reported In Markets

Market notices indicate sausage meat prices have fallen across several outlets. Officials report cheaper options for consumers amid steady supply and ongoing demand.

Soviet Plot To Seize Persia Revealed by United Press

Washington reports Soviet agents planned to seize control of Iran during Mossadeq era but were defeated by a revolution. The United Press recounts the alleged covert coordination with Faziol Zahedi and ex-president Hoover ally, detailing U S diplomatic roles and the Mossadeq fallout.

Washington Prapy Iran American Uniterene Today Soviet Union United Preas Ubat “Ageret Mossadeq Anglo-Iranian Oil Company Mohammed — Mossadeq Hie Prises Guseas United Press Faziolah Zahedi Mosssideg Herbert Hoover Bow

Iran and Anglo-Iranian dispute settlement outlined

The report describes a historic agreement between Iran and the Anglo-Iranian Company to compensate over ten years starting January 1, 1957, ending a stalemate that had frozen world trade. It notes Western officials and Persian leadership citing benefits to both nations and the broader impact on Iran’s nationalization crisis.

LUNN Shi Corgan London Washington Jon Persia Toterast Anda Bohammed Massatey P.7 Anthony Redan Wari Daily Xpress Miralow Garlain Priain Dilies Tasman Coutartiare Intarmatiazal

Anglo Iranian Oil Pact Details and Consortium Roles

An Anglo Iranian agreement outlines a 21 year framework for oil control and production growth. Anglo Iranian will hold the Abadan refinery for ten years with a two fifths stake for consortium members, including Standard Oil of New Jersey and Royal Dutch Shell. Britain will contribute funds and facilities at agreed intervals, while Persia receives assurances and favorable terms.

Dinter Internationsl Cobs Wal Oreaes 9 Sau Porm Cotsortuen Iy Standar New Jersey Beas ‘du Company Callefornia Wis Bocony Vacuumy The Texas Company Gulf’ OM Corporerion Royal Dutch Shell Company da Compagnie Triancaie Des Perales

Endorsement Seen for Tehran Pact By Finance Minister

The report notes AN Amini stating the agreement must be upgraded by the board and Parliament, with no doubt it will be endorsed. It cites compensation of 28 million pounds and plans involving seven companies, plus a major rail project worth 300 million pounds. The piece links the accord to Western strategy and broader global alignment.

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