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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1951
Page
1
U S budget debate centers on higher taxes to cover costs of HIT proposals as President Truman argues for fair distribution of defence burdens. He cites North Atlantic security and postwar rearmament as essential, noting a 2 percent budget rise over the previous year and an estimated gap of billions without new revenues.
Fragmentary report notes European nations push mutual defence under a treaty alliance. Mentions need for stronger coordination and broader unity to reinforce alliances amid mounting security concerns.
A British plan to massively boost arms and forces was laid before Cabinet and a defense conference with General Eisenhower and British chiefs. It outlines phased mobilization, long term expenditure near two years, and linkage to Atlantic Pact detente while awaiting government approval.
Australian youth swimming fans witness a national record attempt at the North Hyliyy Olympic Pool as Bare Darke, 35, swims 330 yards in 1 minute 86.3 seconds. Toni Vesion sets a pace, with rivals like Ewe cmmpetitore and Cabarita Wh watching.
New York reporters cite cautious response from New Delhi and Beijing to a United Nations plan for a Korean settlement. Observers in India and China see potential progress but stress a timetable and reservations, with official quarters in New Delhi encouraged by Beijing's stance.
Darwin report says two multi cricket matches tonight with MCC team from Aur Talla. Bowlers include Brian Stathers, 20, the fourth bowler, and Roy Trittervel with a 240 move medium off spin.
United States Army Chief of Staff General Calling said in Tokyo that American forces will stay and fight. He announced arrival at Eighth Army headquarters in Korea aboard General MacArthur's plane The Bataan and stressed continued readiness and support for frontline operations.
The text discusses high level speculation on a Tokyo conference with names and roles of key U.S. military and intelligence leaders. It mentions General Lawton Collins and General Hoyt Vandenberg, Walter Bedell Smith, and Major General Alexander Bulgin. It also notes the sudden removal of Major General Robert McClure and possible explanations behind it. The source hints at Korean War context and potential Chinese involvement.
Reported Communist infiltrators threaten the American 2nd Division perimeter guarding the Solwek mountains pass south at Wonju. UN forces east of the line recaptured a crucial road junction at Yangwal from a Communist regiment. Western sector quiet. observers note reported quiet but ongoing CHinese injorsementa in Tangur and Lites nnben north west of Worja.
Alex Jeny set a new Australian record in the 100 metres during open invitation events at Valley Bathe night. Arrank O'Neill and Bul Mine from Canada placed prominently as the meet featured the 300 metre mark and other speed trials.
The Federal Council of the Waterside Workers Union defers an overt hire ban in Australian ports into early February with a tentative January 24 date in Melbourne. Officials discuss opposition to the ban and consider delaying readings pending further date clarity.
Torrential rain floods Western Queensland with the Thomson River rising near record levels. Longreach residents fear the flood peak will break 1922 records as water rushes downstream toward settlements including Muttaburra and surrounding areas forming dangerous sheets of water. A man with appendicitis is reportedly stranded, awaiting charter air rescue as the crisis disrupts life along the Muttaburra district and police and relief teams mobilize to assist evacuated families.
Rebels repulsed near Bao Loc and Ban Chi outposts as French forces claim a major offensive in Indo China. French commander reports repelled Viet Minh attackers at Phong Hoa and Cho Lon lines, with French troops counterattacking and driving rebels back toward rugged highlands.
Mining union leaders suspended district stop-work meetings after government assurances no action would occur before January 24. The conference, attended by Coal Board chairs and union representatives, discussed closing the Glen Davis plant and potential plant demastling. The federal government pledged to hold discussions and delayed firm decisions.
The Central Executive led by Mr Wittiacu and officers including Mr G W Grant and J Ay King warned the meeting had not been cancelled only adjourned. They pressed for adherence to views on the first plan as discussed, with plans to reconvene tomorrow.
Fragmentary article notes a government meeting with mining unions and a deputy, referencing Glen Davis shale industry and a May date. The text is garbled, with multiple misspellings and missing context, but suggests discussions or decisions about union retention and future adjournment.
Canberra reports that the government aimed to secure essential outputs from key industries like the Glen Davis plant while maintaining reasonable costs. Prime Minister Fahey warned of production cuts if workers did not boost output, recalling February 1919 when Labour Minister Ashe warned of possible coal stoppages and unclean production rising.
A scrambled report discusses national defence expenditures and security measures, noting challenges in securing funds and enabling essential procurement. It references government inputs, project costs, and strategic priorities amid ongoing debates on military and industrial capacity.
A chaotic parliamentary discussion centers on reforming hire car and taxi regulations. Officials debate licensing, operator obligations, safety protections, and government oversight amid industry concerns and potential changes to operating standards.
Fragmented notes describe a basketball game with unclear names and events. Mentions include Bailey and Synnwy with refereeing, late contests, and possible player movements but specifics are unreadable. The text appears as garbled OCR from a sports page segment with no coherent scores or dates.
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