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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 13, 1956

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Key Ministers Summoned On Middle East Crisis

London, Thursday. Sir Anthony Eden called in his key Ministers to review Western policy as Runyria expands influence in the Arab world. Britain plans a large airlift to Cyprus with 2,000 paratroop reinforcements while officials debate aims and possible action. The Cabinet prepared for a high level conference with allies and a focus on Jordan and broader Middle East strategy.

London Anthony Eden Middle East Runyia Britain Brilic Midille Jnet Awork New Paretan Seeowey Belwyi Lloyd Rele Fara Lroopera Y Cyprus Oflainlagin Indicaye

Wake Up To Red Efforts Urged by US Leaders

Washington reports quote President Eisenhower and Secretary of State John Foster Dulles calling Americans to awaken to Soviet efforts in the Middle East and Asia. Dulles notes past support for a regional pact and says the United States will consider joining if it contributes to peace and stability in the area.

Wasjington Laaprepter Wisenhower John Foster Dulles Soviet Union Middle East Asia General Assembly Wales Mir Dulles Aren

Queen greets Brazil president-elect at Buckingham Palace

The Queen received Brazil's president-elect at Buckingham Palace yesterday. During the interview, he discussed international ties and the role of Brazil within the Commonwealth.

Brazil London Buckingham Net

Clashes Between Greeks and Turks Roil Cyprus City

As tensions flare, Greek and Turkish groups clash across Nicosia and other towns. Explosions tear parts of streets as mobs confront police and British troops. Turkish minority of 400,000 faces a polarized island amid calls for restraint after a police shooting.

Morebontia Niensia Cyprus London Huryay Shield

Rejects Halt In H Bomb Tests

Washington officials rejected a halt in hydrogen bomb tests amid disputes with the Soviet Union over disarmament plans. The secretary said a halt could only come with a verifiable plan and warned the pace of development favored the United States in chemistry and nearly all hydrogen device work, but cautioned it remained speculative.

Swassegygton Thuratny E. Mtr Dahh Pacer Dalles Lerilay Soviet Union

Arab States Offer Plan to Jordan

An Arab states trio proposed a yearly grant to Jordan and urged urgent talks among four nations to deter Israeli aggression. Syrian Premier Salih Ghussi signaled possible direct actions if Jordan rejects the plan, aiming to support Jordan amid regional tensions.

Jordan wamanuJs Anvenuay- Bywa Beypt Saudi Arabia Yeaterday Jayday Thale Salih Ghussi Tme Jordin Terdad Queston Fekiaye

New Guinea Oil Shares See Gains on Sydney Exchange

Strong support drives gains for New Guinea Oil shares on the Sydney Stock Exchange amid late trading activity. Kuru well partner IKWe rose 10d to 34/2 on 14 860 shares. Oriom interests in OW Searo gained 2/8 to 8/8. Papua Aplnaipl north of Port Moresby moved 1/4 with 800 turnover.

Sydney Stock Exchange Kuru Popun IL Seared Ikwe Oriom Searo Papua Aplnaipl Port Moresby

Mr Dulles May Visit India

Washington reports indicate Secretary of State John Foster Dulles may visit India. Early indications suggested New Delhi would welcome the trip, with plans to attend the Southeast Asian Defence Council meeting in Karachi, Pakistan, on March 6. No firm decision has been made.

Dulles India Washington John Porter Tailiea Atntr

Denis Compton Set for Return After Knee Surgery

Middlesex cricketer Denis Compton, out since operations on his knee, says he is walking stiffly after the right knee cap removal but expects full fitness by late April or early May.

Wonuurs Raurasay Middlesex England Cvicketer Denis Compton Ims Compton

GALOADED MAN SENTENCED IN LONDON INSURANCE POISONING CASE

A British blonde stockbroker Leslie Harry White, 63, was sentenced in London on Thursday to six years in prison for poisoning two people to collect life insurance money. The court heard White plotted the murders to cash in on insurance benefits.

Trovp Lon Insurance London

U K Bill to Russia Tied to 1917 Revolution

The British Foreign Office announced via its ambassador in Moscow that Britain proposed to settle imperial claims against Russia tied to the 1917 revolution. A note cited by The Express referenced Crimea and Baltic sector disputes, with Moscow signaling possible actions to release assets and barters.

London Britain Russia Daily Express Util Cearjal Forteign Annouinsement Moscour William Hayter Pur Fon Focsien Molotov Aea Rarsonis the Express Oves Moscow Uist Srtitin Park Latvia Lithienia Beona Thisska

Pensions Sought To Help Support Mental Patients

Health ministers meet in Adelaide to discuss pensions for mental patients and a new basis for nurse training. States plan to back SA on payments for invalid patients in provincial hospitals as the Commonwealth maintenance subsidy ends. A resolution seeks nurse training on a common basis with short courses for specialised training.

Diller S.A Fueral Commonwealth

Sir Winston Receives International Understanding Award

In London yesterday Sir Winston Churchill received the International Understanding Award of Philadelphia on the occasion of Benjamin Franklin's anniversary. The honor, bestowed by Mayor Joseph C. Charl, honors Churchill as a major contributor to international understanding and civic achievement.

U.S Winston London Winston Chrurelilais London Roosevelt

Stolen vehicle recovered after long theft mystery

A Ford Anglia stolen from King's Cross on July 4 1910 was found after nearly 16 years. Police face a case involving Miss Marjorie Johns tone of King's Cross Road and the vehicle’s ownership. The owner may forfeit the car while Miss Johns tone could receive compensation for the loss.

Fran Sing Marjorie Johnstone King's Cross Road Coss Saul Lepay

Sydney Wool Prices Firm In Opening Auction Round

The Sydney wool prices remained steady at the opening of auctions today as the market showed strong campaign momentum. Rakers reported firm values across descriptions with buy orders steady, while the week’s listings largely held firm with improved bids noted in several lines.

SDAIN Senunstoy Mliing Comebaon Ane Sydney Rakers' Association Sorith Marino

Tick Eradication Campaign on Far North Coast

The Commonwealth and State governments fund a large tick eradication drive across more than 2000 square miles on the North Coast. Stray cattle failing to be dipped will be destroyed under leases to the Department of Agriculture. Areas include Woodenberg, Bonambing, Tabulam, and Cheytio with over 99,000 cattle to be dipped daily. The operation, begun Monday, uses trained inspectors and militia, aiming to protect industries and wildlife from tick damage.

Sant of Agriculture Tor Agwigut Mr. Granam Commonwealth Sovoimimenty Australi Jivastoeke Dir Og Industries Fama Monk Moiles Mowmein ARIS Paris Puvlspivid Court RUS Hayworth Pidnee Mitchester Thorn Washington Lee Agriculture Department Weleer Phiday Ing. Champton Carmen Yale Juhiy Saxton Tormer Tulle

Boxing writers award honors young writer of the year

The boxing writers club selects Joe Brakkino from London for the best young writer of the year award amid a gala recognizing emerging boxing journalism talents. The event highlights notable contributions from UK boxing reporters and features industry acknowledges.

Noxing Oscar London Thihisday Joe Brakkino List Sight British’ Boxing Writers’ Club

U N Censure of Israel Dominates Western Council Debate

The United Nations Security Council debate centers on Western powers' censure of Israel over Syrian supply incidents. Western allies press for condemnation, while the Soviet Union pushes for broader action, including indemnities and possible sanctions or military measures. Three nonaligned members join Australia, Cuba, and Yugoslavia on the council for a two year term.

le Lac Rowne Nitraie Syran Talon Isrmia USN RL. M. Buyns Tisw Australia Cuba Unedr Sydney New Zealand Brazil Turkey Anawn Arael Tle Ot Cael Ecudin Guartza Union Ita Soviet Union Palestine Ahmed Shulevivy Syria Syeia Ty Lie Cowell Israel Lo Council

Willon British Workers Seek Wage Rises

British workers press wage demands amid spiralling living costs. About 700000 arm workers seek higher pay as prices rise and Cabinet ministers consider measures. Coventry Standard Motor Company rejects a 15 percent wage claim, saying it would worsen market conditions. 0,000 workers call for a 10 percent all round rise.

London Britain Coventry Standard Mator

Doctors Report On Eisenhower Progress In Recovery

Washington Thursday doctors reported President Eisenhower remained in excellent physical condition after examination by three physicians. An electrocardiogram and blood tests were completed as he continues to progress, with officials noting steady improvement in his recovery.

Washington Eisenhower Brest Janes Hagerly

Bandit Taken as Austrians Fight Communists in Malaya

A chaotic report describes a bandit captured after clashes with Communist insurgents in Malaya. The dispatch references British forces, Kedah, and naval units carrying out operations beginning Monday as part of wider anti insurgent activities.

Kedah Sailiens Puelles Tatanbey Jhewer Swingling Ito Tellon Channy

Jawbone identified as mastodon remains found

An east central Timots farmer unearthed a jawbone later identified by an ex doy as belonging to an American mastodon. The discovery spans a period of uncertain origin and highlights paleontological finds in Champaign.

Champaign Tilines

Meat Industry Dismissals Prompt Export Sector Downturn

In Geelong and Britain, about 100 meat workers lost jobs amid seasonal downturns and cheaper Argentine canned meat. George Seelit of the Butchers Union says Australia’s price disadvantage and Argentine competition hit exports. Attempts to re employ displaced workers face limited availability as production scales back.

Melbourne George Seelit Butchers’ Union Sila Australia Uneider

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