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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 21, 1951

Page

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Australian POW lists include killed man from Victoria

A report notes an Australian listed as killed in Korea with family in Victoria seeking confirmation. The dispatch mentions a 10 July death and a body recovered in Korea, with references to POW exchanges and Allied stalled negotiations. Family details include Robert Parker of Maroubra and Ayberle Parker’s mother, who await official confirmation.

Arate Ath South Gippwinad Victoria Bettaen Ores Gwyther Graves EV. Parker Robert Parker Maroubra Nosil Hus Dan Buck Allgwothr Raghartun Burwood Ton

Prisoner Negotiations and War Talks Amid Korea Tense Pace

Reports from Washington describe stalled prisoner exchanges and cautious armistice talks as Allied and Communist negotiators weigh terms. President Truman faces public anxiety as families seek word on missing servicemen while military officials plan possible airlifts and contingency moves.

Negotiators Argue Over Airfield Plans in Armistice Talks

In armistice negotiations Allied and Communist envoys clash over continuing airfield construction in Korea. Major General and UN officials attend as talks stall over who bears responsibility for future air operations and the risk of renewed hostilities.

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U N Details Clash Over Soviet Interference Claims

Paris reports Soviet foreign minister Vishinsky accusing the United States of financing armed groups in communist nations and fomenting revolt to alter regimes. He cites U S pressure on Hungary and asserts Soviet defense of its realm against alleged Western subversion, while American and Soviet officials clash over accusations and responses.

Paris Viahienky United States Soviet Union Unies Mtahon Resteroay Visninany Firth Tenson Lovay Indead Visninaby Nas Edie Hungary Vishinaky Preas Roviet Aghier Thor ‘Courte West Germany Belgrade Yugoslavia Viekunaky

Untitled Dispatch Mentions Allied Aid and Communist Pressure

A scrambled report references Washington and India amid Cold War tensions. It cites Hungarian weekly language on economic plans and testimony about a new world base, with mentions of Provident Truman and American cooperation, implying Communist pressure and prospects for peace.

Washington Indi Binaywen Truman Trumen India Ila Peare

Fury erupts as Koreans clash over AAP Reuters report

A tense confrontation unfolds as fury rises in Korea over the AAP decision cited by Reuters. Officials urge calm while protesters voice demands and opposition groups mobilize. Authorities vow orderly handling of demonstrations.

Lightning Kills Rider in Severe Thunderstorm Incident

A 33 year old man was killed during a riding accident attributed to a lightning strike near Riverton and Tamworth. Authorities reported the fatality after the storm disrupted the area, with paramedics confirming the death at the scene. His relatives were notified as investigators review the event.

Amworth Murray Meray Bo See Riverton Tamworth

US plan to ship more coal to Europe urged by mine leader

United Mineworkers leader Dona L. Lewin told a conference that miners and operators should form a coal port pool to push more American coal to Europe. He urged government support without immediate reform.

Washington Thura United Dona L. Lewin Prem ‘Conferamce Prominad Mt Unr Norm Govers- Front

Montgomery May Take Post in Malaya

Cabinet agrees to new High Commissioner authority over Malaya as Field Marshal Montgomery is expected to assume supreme civil powers in Malaya and Singapore. Lyttleton arrives in London and plans for a joint security and anti terrorism program face Communist opposition in China News Agency dispatches. Police widen probes into suspected Communist cells linked to Kuala Lumpur and King’s House incidents as London confirms the Malaya appointment.

Daily Telegraph Singapore Olver Lyttleton Ign Sora Lyttleton Lan Don Ty Chidrehitl Communist New China Wan Jeitish Communial Sa AAP Router Kuala Lumpur London Malaya Lenin Montgomery

Plans for Coal Expansion and Production Increase

The Joint Coal Board recommended expansion to develop underground coal seams in New Brunswick. Senator Spooner noted record coal production this year and faster output from open cut mines. Plans foresee a substantial increase in 1962 despite a 10 percent rise. challenges include attracting more workers, modernizing underground mines with added plant, and improving transport infrastructure.

Npste N.B.W Spooner Aald

Heavy storms lash New South Wales coast and streets

Widespread damage reported as heavy storms lashed parts of NSW. High winds damaged camping areas near Evane Head and brought down wires along rural lines. A fire at Flemington and Homebush interrupted services for hours. One fruit orchard near Branthorpe was destroyed by the storm.

Sydney Nsw Btanthorpe N.E.W Queensland Flemington Homebush Uranaport

United States hopes Britain joins army of Europe

Acheson said at the UN General Assembly in Paris that Western Allies aim to complete arrangements for Western Germany's governance by next year. He indicated Britain’s participation is expected and stressed concrete evidence of European unity is needed for any plan to work.

Waite Ar Wa Tetlons Cammuniala Sre Feid Washington Sii Dean Acheson United States Britain Acheson Metinga United Nation General Assembly Paria North Atlantic Soviet Union Achteon Went Germany

Talks in Washington Move Toward Allied Pact

London reports a possible Washington meeting between Prime Minister Churchill and President Truman next month. A French Premier Pleven aid to smooth talks with Allied forces, while Britain would associate with a proposed European pact. Churchill and his advisers discuss agenda and Ottawa talks with Canadian officials.

London Truman Churchill Reuter Tne Churchli Rens Pleven Washington Britain Lera Canadien Ottawa

Japanese security budget outlined for Allied wartime costs

Tokyo reports a tentative 200 million pound budget to cover security costs for Allied war effort. Expenditures include 69 million for police reserve, 30 million for maritime safety programs, and similar sums for property protection. Budget awaits approval by Parliament and Allied High Command.

Tokyo Enence Baresi Ts-Dupan

Middle East tensions rise as Western plans urged

Washington reports a more serious Middle East situation with Dean Acheson saying the crisis remains unresolved and Western nations seek a reasoned approach. Egypt unrest continues as British troops and railway damage complicate efforts to ease tensions near the Suez Canal.

Washington Dean Acheson Middle East

Anglo American Foney Daisians Andeta Temmiby Ex

Fragmentary OCR text discusses farm programs and security measures amid agricultural and political topics. Named entities and clear facts are limited, but references to farms and security imply national policy themes.

Credit For Japan Describes Short Term Finance Terms

The report outlines a short term credit facility related to Japan with figures and names obscured in the OCR. It references a bank and a weekly timeline, mentioning an intermediary and an authority approving or reviewing the arrangement.

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