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15 Aug 1953
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1953
Page
1
More Than 1 000 Dead In Greek Quakes
Athens reports the Ionian Islands rocked by a major earthquake as British and American aid teams work through the night. Tremors continue to strike devastated towns like Zante and Ammelag, with authorities tallying likely deaths exceeding one thousand and thousands left homeless. Rescue efforts include emergency kitchens and mounting hunger amid widespread destruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Leanin
Zante
Lix- Ofr
Ar- Guilell
I Want
Patras
Red Allegations At RSL Congress Stir District Council
A report cites Mr V Brady accusing a Communist influence within the Southern Metropolitan district council of RERME-GurTieg. He urged a three year probe and motion to replace the solicitor, naming several council members as linked to Communist activity during 1944. He warned the move aimed to unseat a dangerous solicitor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uyrone
League
V. Brady
Agmo Pont
Raven
Aouthern Rateopolitan
Bouthern
Bate Cout
Tne
Aligton
Mir
Eienilir
Tain Ponta
Moan
Metropolitin
Intriet Caurcil
Move To Rescind Expulsions
A Liberal and County Party state council meeting is expected next week to consider a motion to expel Mr Hollway and his supporters from the party. Branches aligned with the group will likely join the move when the council assembles on Wednesday. Expelled rebels may attend pending council action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberal and County Party State Council
Dynden
Omg
Toonight
Alent
Bent
Aelgh Brann
Two Killed in Highway Crash Involving Five Vehicles
Three injured, two killed in a multiple vehicle accident on the Fume Highway near Pawkner Carly today. Report mentions Yi Lind and Ian Lionel Re as deceased with other victims unnamed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abhdourne
Ingura
Fume
Pawkner
Carly
Yi Lind
Surrey Road
Ian Lionel Re
Dano
Mil Besa
Court Reserves Ballot Judgment in Arbitration Case
Court reserves judgment on a ballot dispute raised by Amalgamated Engineering Union and AEV challenging the arbitration court’s conduct. Full high court worded judgment expected next week as parties await ruling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayewey
Finany
High Court
AEV
Bid
Arbitration Court
Co Tralve
Cours
Haltot
Ith
Greek Earthquake Appeal Generation and delays in Canberra move
A damaged report describes an appeal for victims of Greek earthquakes. It notes a private function and upcoming activities arranged by Canberra and surrounding communities. Officials including Nikolas George and Dimitri Lambros are cited as organizing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San
Yerva
Queanbeyan
Analat Victima
Greece
Bela Jom Suntay
Ign
Canberra
Gurabesan
Onatluah
We Capital Cafe
Civic Centre
Itr
Nikolas George Jat Gieanheyan
Gresev
Dimitri
Lambros
Zang
Japanese Granted Permit To Land
No evidence of a Japanese vessels violating pearling agreements with Australia. Minister for Commerce Mr Mecklen noted a Japanese vessel sighted near Bathurst Island and a land landing authorized at Gordon Bay under Captain Welleshar. The voyage involved inquiries about crew safety and measures to prevent contact with local native population during the transit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Commerc
Meflwen
Asi
Bathurst
Reot
Renaire
Sordon Bay
Syland
Welle
Portarwin
Wella
Darwin
Kim
Second Escapee Recaptured in NSW Breakout Case
CB detectives to-day recaptured Lentie Archer Singur 23, who escaped from Berrima immune centre on August 6 near Iskineville. Another escapee, Barry Becker, 18, was recaptured at Villus wood while linked to an improvised tunnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ydney
Lentie Archer Singur
Berrima
Et. Iskineville
Binclair
Burra
Barry Becker
Villus Wood
Binge
al Gary
Cement Med
Australien Sympathy with Greece Amid Greek Crisis
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Greek crisis and Australian sympathy. The brief mentions hopes for relief and government sentiment toward Greece, with unclear names or dates due to damaged text. The readable elements emphasize international sympathy and concern from Australian authorities.
Y M C A Appeal Opens Today in Canberra
Canberra Y M C A launches its first finance appeal to fund community work. About half funds expansion of youth activity and a third for a community camp at Sturtfellend near Canberra. Public response strong. committee plans film night and other events to boost donations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Yitizen
Dutton
Ing
Compromise Talks Amid French Strike Efforts
Paris reports on new compromise efforts as a large portion of French workers, including long distance and public service staff, press for a settlement. The Daily Telegraph notes widespread awe and intensified union activity, with trains disrupted and essential services affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Filoria Sre
Wien
D'eemy Teylen
Vale
Sharp fall in Chicago wheat prices on eve of referendum
Chicago wheat futures tumbled to the lowest price since January 1947 on the eve of a nationwide referendum on government marketing quotas for next year’s crop. Prices slipped to about 96 1/2 cents, with analysts noting the move occurred as debate over quotas stirred uncertainty. The article cites U.S. Agriculture Secretary Benson supporting quotas to curb production amid surplus, while the Commonwealth delays action and weighs stabilization measures. Australian officials report political tensions as Victoria’s Labor Government faces pressure to align with growers’ wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eptember
Secretary of Agriculture
Bera Benson
Commonwealth
McEwen
Victoria
Mc-Ewen
Big Welcome For Prisoners
Relatives of ex prisoners will be picked up Sunday by Army cars to the airport after a transport ship arrived in Hong Kong. The group, said to include men from various nations, is reported to head toward Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rydney
Rviaay
Bunding
Byilnry
Japan
Army
Cara
Hong Kong
Austra
Restrictions Lifted on Cortisone Use in Commonwealth
The Commonwealth Government lifted time restrictions on the drug cortisone with Dr Metcalfe stating doctors could prescribe without prior sterilization concerns. He cautioned not all chemists may supply it, but access should improve as doctors gain understanding of its use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
General Health
Metcalfe
Dovisre
Metcaife
Coconut Proved Cause Of Canberra Typhoid
The report states coconut was identified as the likely cause of the Canberra typhoid outbreak with investigations focusing on coconut products and water sources. Health officials and officials from New South Wales discuss possible contamination and ongoing investigations across Papua New Guinea and other suppliers. no conclusive contamination found yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Uie
Dr. Metcalfe
Wail Yeaterddity
Only Belligerents Should Decide Korea's Future
Fragmented report from a U.N. session noting belligerent powers debate who should shape Korea's future. Ambiguity and diplomatic positioning dominate as 18 nations meet, with Britain and the United States seeking influence while a general assembly decision looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Korea
New York
United Nations
Three Vehicle Collisions In City Yesterday
Three separate crashes reported yesterday involving drivers Alfred Exnest Turrent Reginald James Keao and Edward Mawke near intersections on Elindrs Way Franklin Street Canberra Avs Havinan Naval area. Authorities note damage and injuries were not confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Mawke
Chaffey
Cheeent
Antal
ThiLrug Anatsalat
Pulire
Quirioy Aire
Australian Test XI Named for Fifth Decisive Test
London report lists the Australian team for the fifth and decisive Test tomorrow. Players named include Hasset h Merrck Helo Harvey de Couey Millar Archer Davidson Johnston Lindwall Langley with Ben as 2nd substitute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Hesseth
Merrck
Helo
Harvey
de Couey
Millar
Archer
Davidson
Johnston
Lindwall
Langley
Benaud
Boxer Award Sparks Courtroom Controversy
A Supreme Court jury awarded 3,500 to a boxer amid a disputed case involving a racing company and a motor vehicle incident. The verdict references a driver and a collision at a city street, with further details unclear due to damaged text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Fiat
Llysals
Thinevan
Waterside Workers Federation plans port expansion drive
The Waterside Workers Federation seeks to increase port strength by admitting new members amid a government push. Leaders including ACTH President Mr A Monk and Federal Secretary Mr Ranch discuss a conference with MOT representatives to boost workforce numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watersiders
Woskcor’ Federates
MOT
ACTH
Monk
Federat Ghvemient
Federation
Ulthondun
Musd
jWoteralde Workers’ Federation
Australian Breaks Sound Barrier
Australian achievement marked a significant milestone in aviation history as a barrier-breaking flight drew wide attention. The event highlighted national prowess in engineering and the nation’s push for advancement in aeronautics.
Coronation Contingent Ships 235 TEMAS Members Homeward
The Coronation contingent lists 235 TEMAS members and a large group of relatives traveling via Baltimore Panama Mawali and Ankleans. June 17 departures and returns mark a major logistical operation with personnel details and routing cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laltimore
Panama
Mawali
Aneklans
Temas
Bushey
Matt
Atevere
Syaney
Derek
Bydne FE
Reorea
Oreibee
No Sacrifice Of Commonwealth Sintin
A damaged OCR fragment discusses the Commonwealth shipping line issue with no final decision yet. It cites Senator McLeay and Mank and notes ships were eventually sold, with guarantees the whale act would be retained and a full government statement promised after negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acon
Wau Ats
Ene
Amler
Bank of New South Wales plans capital increase
Bank directors announce a proposed rise in capital by about £4.39 million to - bringing total share capital to 238,800 new £20 shares. The issue price would include a premium, with total paid-in value around £97,710. The move aims to strengthen the bank’s finances and support its expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of N.S.W
Flannery Beats Brown In Melbourne Boxing Bout
Frank Flannery, the former Australian light welterweight champion, rallied to defeat Darby Brown in Melbourne. Flannery landed a series of sharp punches in the late rounds to secure the decision after a tough contest, with Brown unable to counter the late surge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Briday
Frank Finnery
Darby Brows
Innary Wey
Dufundt
Winanery
Rowat
Cetwa
Mmannory
Incomplete OCR Leads to Fragmentary Sports Result
A garbled OCR segment describes a weightlifting or track event with names like Duane and Broahageach. figures indicate early rounds and a late finish but the text is largely unreadable, leaving only hints of a competition outcome and participant references.
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Congress
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Mir. Meakien
Sreater
Ermmnant
Houfly
Y.m.ca
Chicago
Washington
Chicago Board of Trade
Vietorts
Nsw
Motenite
W. Plitoreyk
Tersitorien
Mastwon
Healty Department
Aled Eagnant
New Guin
Papua
New Guiner i
Pau
Hasinck
Jedi
Merch
Israel
Jerusalem
Hanty Cabot Lodge
Lgt
Tapton
Hue
Erwat
Ciuninge
Yepor Caunney
Avaialin
Penval
Dug Hamairée
Joel
Krinisna
Baewon Ayetved
Londem
Elain
Eusferehien
Droga
Chineas
Moma
Korey
Vmsaulen
Wwe
Lndge
ELN
General Assembly
Govlaed
Britain
Jilon
Boxer
Aosta Wr
Vice Regal Party
Flannery
Brown
Srvewanes
Frit
Duane
Broahageach Te Wight
Uke Oui
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