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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 14, 1950

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Army Struggle Continues as Pohang Airstrip Evacuated

Tokyo reports the United States Air Force evacuated Pohang airstrip amid heavy fighting in the Korean War. American and allied forces withdrew under mortar and artillery fire while North Korean troops pressed near Taegu and Waegwan. Casualties were reported as American soldiers countered enemy moves and the city of Pohang became a no man’s land.

Tokyo United States Air Force Pohand Yongean Kietan Schloh Puaungiong Taegu Maktong Waegwan Emour Pohang Thia Korewa Senna

British Force Details Still British Force Details Still

British officials and Commonwealth representatives discuss plans for US help in Korea. No clear answers on timing locations or troop deployment. An Australian correspondent notes secrecy around troop numbers and uniforms.

Tokyo Promi Gengal suacArthur Aiillah Commonwealth United Kingdom New Semland Unis Gil MacArthur Miso Auatralian Roy Macartney Ca.’ Bou Aber Bonior Haieon Ane Korea Trilund

Counter Stroke Reaches Chinju Heights in Korean War Update

Major General William Kean led the 6th Army Task Force to Chinju, marking a near-completion of the first strategic offensive in Korea. Chinese and North Korean forces faced a fragile frontline as U S troops pressed to secure lines of communications and push toward the overall objective amid heavy fighting. General Walton Walker cautioned on continued operations and expected further actions in the Korean conflict.

6Th Army United States Bees Nathin Noath Korsa William Kean Chinju Anwitrauion United Natta Inva Iin Mamn Joeor Tcs Atone Satea Aegate Lirut Walton Walker Korea Veaterdiey ORIN

Four Killed as Jeep Strikes Land Mine in Korea

Tokyo reports four killed when a jeep hit a land mine in Korea, including Col. Unni and Mortison, with others dying at Taegu Hospital. An allied air transport crash killed two more, and additional casualties were reported among staff and reporters in the area.

Tokyo Betum War Correrpong United Wattons Commuission Kors Cniones Algeran An Yan Mar Col. Unnir Mortison Wan Bucking Taegu Taegu Hospital, | Hour War Cormapondena South Baron

Big War Orders for Japan Readied Amid Korea War Rise

Amid the Korean conflict, Japan faced new wartime needs as special procurement expanded across imports and services. Reports indicate orders reaching 800,000 units with broader supply expectations.

Anti American Surge in India Sparks Tense Reactions

Reported in New Delhi and New York circles, a rising anti American sentiment in India increases tensions amid wartime news from Korea. Officials note growing hostility toward U S actions while urging calm and restraint to prevent further unrest.

India

Recruiting drive at Vicorin ends early due to lack of volunteers

Army officials paused the recruiting office at midday after few volunteers arrived for the Korean War effort. One to two inquiries were received while the team prepared for weekend applications. About 100 volunteers were initially examined, with 1898 duty terms noted for future acceptances. Ex-soldiers and men without prior service were urged to report for duty.

Wander Vicorin Isarracka Miligh Vahunteare

Wool sale cut by rain impact on Australian wool market

The Informant reports rain eased wool offerings and reduced value in the Brisbane market. An analyst notes postwar equipment plans and lower supply with a roughly 28 percent drop in wool offered, while prices face pressures from damp weather and market adjustments.

Sydmey Bunday Fanarkel Aubmariie Wales Wolltoker Mall Banight Suimarinan Kydney Brisbane

Britain seeks dollars for big defence plan

Britain seeks 550 million from the United States to fund a major defence program. The Foreign Minister Bevin plans to discuss the aid with the United States and other allies ahead of the Big Atlantic Pact conference in New York next month.

Britain Airliain United Wales Pats Bevin United Blakes Dean Agnonon New York

Royal birth imminent sparks crowds at Clare House

Reported in London on a Sunday night the royal birth was expected to occur soon with a steady stream of people awaiting at Clare House. Officials moved to manage crowds as reporters noted ongoing preparation and heightened public attention.

London Princes Alveabon Clarence House

Japan screening police force plan approved by upper committee

A distorted report outlines a proposed Japan policing reform. It mentions Attorney General Trekeo and Ohandi clarifying rumors about new police units and frontline collaborations. The piece references former premier Petau Wala amid discussions on citizen involvement and production of officers.

Trekeo Ohealthy Ohandi Outalse

Russians surprised by resistance fear spread of war

A London dispatch quotes an unidentified official warning that Russians are surprised by the resistance and fear a wider war. The United Nations Secretary-General Trigve Lie says there is no current indication of a European war, though a focal conflict could spread to other areas.

London Crawley Wight Britain United Nations Action Ares Euaalana Delaeil Jem Cope United ‘Nations Trigve

No New Zealand Potatoes If Threat Seen

The minister Mr MekWwen warned New Zealand could ban potato imports if a contaminant threat appears. He cited potential impacts on the local industry acknowledging concern over supply and safety.

N.Z Launcerton Suncay MekWwen

Derailment near Varanasi kills 39 on Calcutta Express

A Calcutta to Delhi Express derailed near Banares on the East Indian Railway killing 39 and injuring 33. Bolts and derailed wagon parts were found under the bridge. police and railway staff investigated the Jamal bridge wreckage as dawn broke.

Calcutta Mam Banares Srameas Serene Teuna Jamal Bridge Railway of Calester East India Railway Berares Alwa Tne

Formosa Explanation Sought by Washington Press Sunday

Fragmented text suggests a request for President Truman to explain Formosa policy. The passage references confusion among the American public and allied concerns, with unclear names and dates due to OCR errors.

Aluminium industry push to boost Laurenceston project

Acting Prime Minister and Mr Fadden visited the aluminium project near Laurioarton. Officials said four more construction phases will start as production nears, with the works to yield 18 000 tons of aluminium. The Aluminium Commission Chairman GW Watson and Chief Engineer Keckey oversaw the site progress. Estimated wealth cost around £16,000.

Launceston Yordiay Fadden Bell Gay Laurioarton Aluminium Commision GW. Watson Med. We Keckey

West Indies reach strong position in final Test

Alan Rae and Frank Worrell led West Indies to 3 for 297 at stumps on day one at The Oval, with Rae and Stollmeyer opening well before the rain shortened play. Worrell contributed a key innings as England struggle to dismiss the in-form pair while Malcolm Hilton troubled the batsmen with some late movement.

London Alan Rae Frank Worrell England Ue Oval Malcolm Hilton Bradkman Moxdrew Rae Stollmeyer Daapite Babaman

More Arrests in Spy Round in Washington

In a continuing roundup, seven arrests are reported in a spy sweep. Md Ethel Creonglaas Ronenberg and Julia Grownglam’s sister David Grownglam are linked to obtaining highly classified atomic information for the Soviet. A contempt charge is also noted as hearings examine witnesses returning to investigations in Congress.

Washington Gemen Armericans Wectiaes Rakole Department of Dumtiee FURL Ethel Creonglaas Ronenberg Julia David Grownglam

Challenge to Labour on Anti-Red Bill in Launceston

A Sunday report from Launceston quotes acting Prime Minister Fadgon accusing Labour and Mr Caswell of obstructing anti Communist legislation. He claims Labour stance has revived Communist support and criticizes Labour's governance and the Opposition's approach amid wartime controls and rationing reforms.

Labour Launceston Fadgon Galwell Communist Party Fru Teale Lasour Cabell Labour Party Psthe Paden Caswell

Philippines Aid to Korea Support and Soldiers Sent

The Philippines plan to aid Korea with tanks and modified equipment and announce a deployment of 5,000 soldiers. Minister judge Roberta tardy and Judge Regala arrived with goodwill tours, while the war of nerves and propaganda from competitors is noted.

Launceston Philippines Cam Korea Roberta Regala

Postmen threaten strike over new arbitration ruling

In Sydney on Sunday, officials of the Coastal Workers Union led by Mr. Willard warned of a strike by postmen. They would limit deliveries beginning Thursday to protest recent changes imposed by the Public Ber arbitrator.

Sydney H.W Castal Workers Union Wailard

Forces Gathers For Red Army Moves Into Tibet

Travellers report large troop movements from Silkiang, Kongting, and Sining toward Tibet with estimates ranging up to 360,000 soldiers. Communist statements hint at a People’s Liberation Army advance, while transport strips and skies show heavy activity near the Tibetan border. Movements include forces from Yunnan and the Chinghal Province and potential air support.

Silkiang Maidand Kongting Bet Sining Chinghal Yunnan Tay Acinae Une Comitniet Tibet

Vietnam Guerrillas Armed by Russia and China Aid

French sources report that Vietnam insurgents receive Soviet recognition and military aid plus Chinese training. About 20,000 Viet Minh fighters are said to be equipped and moving toward the Indo China frontiers, with arms flowing from the north to Vietminh strongholds near Vinh. Official French army channels caution that reports vary, but note intensified border activity and provocative moves risking international tension.

Saigon China Russia Tno Uaid Guerrillea Indo-China Vink Centeat Tieorchiru Vietminty Guerriling Arme Leafle Enangst Chang Yune Vietnam Temprovincs Peking Thas Imullam Atrita V

Fatal sailplane crash at Oskey kills father of nine

A Falcon mailplane crashed into a wheat field near Oskey 120 miles west of Tris ane today killing a man identified as Kawa Beacon of Too- Pere alia, father of nine, and injuring another. The passenger survived, with both pilots reporting a fractured skull and other injuries. The accident halted the flight and left the area in shock as authorities investigated the cause.

Brisuan Oskey Trisane Gie Ermun Conmienion Mia Panwiiger Chet Currey Paleon Mark Lammaye Elie Sant Pascoe

Fewer blackouts hoped for in Sydney report

The chairman of the Electricity Commission, Mr. Conde, says expectations rise for the operation of a 50 000 kilowatt generator at Banner’s. It has been out of action, with all rollers ready, and a 90 000 kilowatt unit is hoped to restore power across the morwlon pass area and adjoining districts.

Sydney Neuen Riveuse Elnc Terity Commianon Conde Morwlon Penta Faltan Fontey Nollfeu Cone

Canberra suburb blackout planned by engineer statement

Canberra suburbs south of the Molongia River will be blacked out between 10 30 a m and 11 30 a m says Die Senvor Electrical Engineer Mr F Gray. He explains the blackout is necessary to shed load and balance the network during high demand.

Canberra Molongia River Die Senvor F Gray Nownehodere Lanting Gray

Durham Man Withdraws Taliban Stalin to Beninverter

Fragmentary report mentions a Durham man and withdrawal related to a Korea war context, with garbled phrases about peace and government actions. No clear names, dates, or outcomes are identifiable.

Londok Aable Beninverter Durham Karen

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