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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 20, 1951

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Reds retreat on whole front after defeat in Korea

A Reuters report by Ronald Batchelor from 8th Army describes Communist forces withdrawing across a 150 mile Korean front after a failed counter-offensive against the South Korea center. Allied airpower and ground forces, including warns of heavy losses, pushed North Korean and Chinese troops northward abandoning weapons and supplies as UN forces crossed the Han River and moved toward Seoul.

Tokyo Reuter 8Th Army Arters Ronald Batchelor Shang Korea Slam River Ebe South Kerfan Wallawhora Witain Arethon Northivan

Inflation fears loom over Brisbane amid wage and jobs doubts

A garbled report from Brisbane cites warnings that inflation could run out of control as prices rise and employment falls. It mentions 425,000 factory workers and 106,000 public employees facing uncertain prospects, with calls for fiscal measures to curb spending and stabilize the economy.

Sir Horace Robertson On The Way To Tokyo

General Sir Horace Robertson, commander in chief of the Commonwealth forces, is reported to be en route to Tokyo for defence discussions. The move aligns with Australia’s wartime coordination and strategic planning with Allied forces.

WAT Noutee Tokyo Genyral Horace Robattaun Come Tenmeath Gevupation Barre i Aipan Defence Waikly Tad i

Red Elections to Prove Unanimity in Moscow

In Moscow on Monday the supreme Soviet announced elections meant to demonstrate unity under Stalin and strengthen Soviet friendship with the world. Pravda and other papers published hopeful editorials as voters showed temper in a turnout described as peaceful and orderly.

Moscow Supreme Soviet Stalin Pravda Alanidor

Red Dean and British Soviet Propaganda Debate

Fragmentary notice references Pravda and propaganda themes with mentions of Hope and Beltaine. It attributes a discussion to Red Dean and British figures amid a wartime context. Names and exact details are unclear due to OCR errors.

High Court rules no habeas corpus order for exile aborigine

Melbourne report on Justice Fullager ruling that the court cannot compel authorities to return a banished aborigine from Central Australia to his native compound. Discussion of an injunction against detention at a Darwin station and comments by Acting Minister Anthony on aboriginal welfare and government policy amid unrest in the Northern Territory.

Melbourne High Court Justice Fullager Central Australia Anthony Anthony Wai Lawrence Rod Waters May Waters Lantas Darwin Antionhy Anthony i Murther Iowa Sydney Marie Tage Marke Page Fee Nl Ck. Hhannet Mise Hyde

Corroboree for Visitors Leads to Aboriginal Strife

A Darwin corroboree for visiting Americans sparked tension among locals. A meeting at Pat Ronit compound condemned plans, exiling a leader and ordering restraint on alcohol and behavior. The dispute centered on an Aboriginal settlement and possible fines or imprisonment for leaving the community.

Storm Rips Victoria Causing Wrecks and Floods

The weekend storm battered Victoria with widespread damage and flooding. Gippsland and highlands saw heavy falls keeping streams at flood levels and endangering low-lying areas. In Traralgon, Gippsland, around sixty homes were evacuated after flooding and power outages.

Mexsuukne Mon Victoria Gippsland Highlands Ally Auaruptey Fephone Trope Fund Ixty Traralgon Yalluurn Briquatte Blacks Fwarry Yartum Gippaland

Power Restrictions Likely Amid Essential Services Strain

Sydney reports indicate electricity restrictions are likely by Tuesday as a four day reserve nears depletion. Minister Cahill after Cabinet emergency talks warned loops could fail if reserves drop, impacting water sewerage and essential services. The plan includes zoning debates and interstatial supply options to avert wider outages.

Sydney Kanter Me. Cahill Cabinet Reyvicer

Notes on Four Power Parley Fragmentary Readings

Fragmented notes discuss a four power parley with mentions of Peete Beith Fronah unit and various places. Unsure names and terms appear garbled, with partial phrases about water, tavern, and minerals. The readable text hints at discussions but lacks coherent facts or outcomes.

Gold Coast Reform Party Demands African Cabinet Seats

The Gold Coast reform faction led by Kwame Nkrumah urged Governor Sir Charles Noble Ardun Ciwrh to appoint eight African seats in the new Cabinet. The demand signaled a push toward self government within the ANG framework, despite uncertainties about constitutional acceptance.

AGORA Mons Han Kwame Nkrumah Charles Noble Ardun Ciwrh

Terrorists Attack Bus Near Kuala Lumpur

Police report a violent incident as masked assailants stopped a bus and discharged a revolver at a passenger, injuring an Indian man. The attackers fled into the night amid confusion, with pursuit underway as authorities seek suspects and secure the area.

NAM Heukir Antaling Lelessheny Sudayan Kuala Hin Mion Ha Rim Agate Trevoriata

Miners Contempt Case Delayed In Court Decision

Court to deliver decision today in miners contempt case involving William Parkinson and George Grant. Judge Barwick hears that the trio would never participate in strikes and that the undertaking to obey police and union orders was not clearly repudiated. The judge notes no evidence shows they violated the promise and that the tribunal's order was binding and lawful.

Burwick Uhe Commonwealth Barwick Joyatt Coffigiaia Tarwick Imith Junticn Foster Justice Poster Warwick

Coal Output Talks As 75000 Tons Lost In Stoppages

The article reports ongoing coal output talks amid stoppages that have caused about 75,000 tons of production to be lost. Government and union leaders discuss possible measures, with courts and commissions referenced as venues to improve conditions and maintain defense production interests. A Melbourne conference and emergency committee plans are noted as actions proceed.

Tasmania Mindy 2.S.wv Benator McCleay Einai Ams Baibnad Aruilatius Comellinkion Omy Lief Defence Misi Tin Central Council ACU Ange Melbourne Centra i Miay Rntuien

Page Cannot Deal With Reds Says Sydney

A fragmentary report discusses government action and ministerial responses in Sydney amid political debate. References to Labour, Liberals, and a proposed settlement are noted, with mentions of a Privy Council and a constitutional path.

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