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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1957
Page
1
The scene centers on Eden stepping down due to health, with notes of prior talks involving the Queen, Winston Churchill, and other senior figures. The piece references Sir Anthony and Antony Eden in a historical political context, touching on mentorship and succession within the leadership circle.
Prime Minister Anthony Eden announced his resignation for health reasons after a period of controversy over Suez policy. The Queen and royal backdrop framed the dramatic move as Eden had returned from Sandringham and met with officials at Buckingham Palace.
Editors and leaders worldwide weighed Eden’s departure with sympathy for his health and criticism of his Suez policy. Paris and Cairo reports framed the move as a turning point, while Britain faced calls for fresh leadership and greater unity with Anglo American ties under strain.
Prime Minister Anthony Eden receives praise from Australian leaders for his long service as Foreign Secretary and his challenging term as Prime Minister. Menzies notes the strain on Eden’s health and his steadfast devotion, while Casey reflects on Eden’s wartime leadership and role in Western unity.
Paris reports Prime Minister M Mollet stated France would not give up Algeria and would not accept any UN resolution on the issue. He urged insurgents to accept a cease-fire within three months, stressing coexistence of both populations and refusing UN text recognition.
The Labour Council disputes committee will meet at 11 a.m. tomorrow to discuss industrial action against Consolidated Press Limited after negotiations for the reinstatement of six journalists broke down. The journalists were dismissed for refusing to participate in a test unloading a pig-tron at a Sydney whip.
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