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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 17, 1956

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ACTU Bid To Avert Wharf Stoppage

Melbourne Monday report on Australia wide waterfront tensions as ACTU leader A E Monk plans a brief bid to avert a strike deadline. Cabinet weighs steps to delay or stop a general stoppage while shipowners warn of a long dispute and wage demands loom. The waterside union awaits a formal meeting outcome.

Monk Ukerside Hooaint Vlan Wilton Businey Melbourne Moudsy A.g-T.u A. E. Monk Aunie Avishiintan Romy Industult Holt Lie Cinbhrl Tis Vinci Uinian Benetil

Egyptians In Gun Battles With Israelis GAYA

Egyptian and Israeli forces fought in a second clash within a week near the Gaza border. A spokesman said Egyptian troops repelled the Israeli advance, with further exchanges of fire at the post as eight vehicles arrived. The incident prompted protests to the armistice commission as both sides reported battles in Egyptian territory.

Ino Do Begys Raypeshnel Armistice Commission Ure Toeic

Long-term Aid Scheme May Be Dropped

Reported political friction slows a proposed long-term aid program. Critics in the administration resist funding for development projects, while supporters push measures tied to reconciliation with foreign partners.

Norial Mower

Arabs Fall For Red Talk Says U S Secretary

In Washington on Monday Assistant Secretary George Allen said Arabs in the Middle East had fallen for Soviet support in any clash with Israel. Washington announced Ambassador Abba Eban planned to meet Secretary Dulles to discuss Jamal’s request and possible U S response. Dulles hoped to resume negotiations within the week on government items for legitimate defense.

York U.S George Alien Middle East Latin Soviet Union Israel Allen Abba Hban John Paster Dulles Dulles Ithin Iy Governmantis Varuest

Second Term Decision May Be On Friday

A Republican reader claims President Eisenhower may announce Friday whether he will seek a second term. Senator Knowland says Eisenhower will decide by February 1945 at the latest and could be nominated by the Republican convention in San Francisco in summer. Knowland would wait for the President’s official announcement before commenting.

New York Swonowy Republicar Eisenhower Enalor Call Foynln Gueauleris Sonn Wisehower la Republican Convey Tior Sam Francisca Eizenhower Ptalis Knowland Sorena Aidacuye

Jordan Faces Riots and Censorship in Amman Gloom

The Jordanian authorities impose curbs after protests sweep Amman Jerusalem and other towns. About £150,000 in damage is reported amid demonstrations. Utilities, UN offices, and residences in Halahi Amman Ajlaus suffer arson and looting. Britain remains a Baghdad Pact ally as tensions persist.

Amman Monuay Jordan Huave Jardan Jowee Eric Bagdad Britain United Nations Halahi Avaim Ajlaus

Malayan Position Much Improved Says Far East Commander

Melbourne reports General Sir Charles Loewen says Malaya’s general position has improved greatly over the last year. He notes Malaya is largely cleared of terrorists though some operation mappings remain to prevent insurgent activity. A five day Southeast Asia conference in Melbourne gathers eight SATO advisers to shape policy before next year’s Pakistan meeting.

Far East Melbourne Malaya Charles Loewen U.K Far Est Hale Loewen S.B.A.T.O Vietari Hilngacks Ko Ills Lie Seport Alunners Pear Zayhour S.E.A.T Pakeistivn Flinders Naval Depot Pakistan

Theron Still In Sea Of Ice Off Antarctic

Wellington reports the Theron remains imprisoned in sea ice in the Wendell Sea beyond the Antarctic Scentinent. Sir Eanilind aboard the ship says the expedition gains experience using winching poling plows and gear to advance through the slonise pack as the advance party from New Zealand continues.

Wellington Nir Sie Hilary Dotot Theron Sea of Ice Eound Eanilind

Oil Money Used For Anti-British Arab Campaign

British charges that American oil money funds an anti-British Arab campaign in the Middle East. The plan, to be discussed at a meeting with President Eisenhower, involves using United States influence to curb British aims and pressures in the region.

Sih Aubin Middle East Anthony Bienhower Eowagra Yeatenday United States Justin Laine Britain Avamco

Missing Japanese Fishermen Searched After Storms

Coastguard vessels and two helicopters patrol northern seas off Hokkaido seeking 58 to 68 missing fishermen after fierce weather sank ships and damaged crews. Two men believed dead, one presumed sunk, 22 injured and several unaccounted for.

Sek .O. Mary Reuter

Overtime Halt Delays St Marys Plant Work

Sydney report shows Utah Constellation Company dismissed AA men for referring to overtime as a stoppage. Union members and workers held firm, with talks planned to reinstate dismissed staff and seek fair overtime distribution amid the stalled $29 million project.

Sydney Mary's Wa Utah Constellation Company Bultetiiys Tie Peojeel Zor Te Cornwealth BWLH Metal Trades Austentin Workers “Union Tomberow Ant

Bomb strikes and shootings rock Nicosia amid Cyprus talks

Reports from Nicosia describe multiple attacks including a shooting at Prystio and a grenade explosion on Ledra Street. A second bomb failed to detonate as security forces investigated the incident. The scene occurred during tense discussions on Cypriot self determination and union with Greece.

Ni Cosia Mounluy Andreas Bayete Prystio Nicvalit Cyprus Nigosia Ledra Streck Orthodox Churchi Union Wamagusta Aremen

Water hydrant smashed by car in storm

In heavy rain, a car driven by Mr. V. Thompann of McPherays Street O'Connor struck a street hydrant on Bent Street, causing water to spill across the roadway. Thompann escaped unharmed though his vehicle was damaged. The city experienced record rainfall with temperatures around 59 degrees before 6:42 pm.

Turion Mr. V. Thompann McPherays O'Connor Vwater Thompson Lunte Holtort Fay

Republican Front Cabinet Likely In France

In Paris today the executive committee of the Radical Party discusses forming a Republican front cabinet. Rumors say the government will be united under one seal party unity with Mendes-Finieu and Guy Mollet cited among possible senior members. Rene Coty is mentioned as a preferred alternative by some factions as the political maneuvering unfolds.

N.naeneuiry Paris Manauy Brewaley Piste Mendar-Wyanee Wil’ Presto Parky Pariy Cangreas Lewlershin Givan

Eisenhower Budget Pushes Atomic Arms Drive

The President seeks a higher military budget to fund atomic and conventional weapons, including submarines and missiles, plus research into new power plants. He argues for increased aid to allies and selective aid to underdeveloped nations to counter Soviet pressure.

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Ships Officers Withdraw Resignations Clerks Report

Meetings of ship captains and officers in Adelaide Melbourne and Sydney approved withdrawing resignations. Merchants service guild urged united action for piloting payments and December wage issues. Officials pledged no victimisation and support for work during the port stay.

Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Mollees Fefisal Duaslavs Thv Merchant “Service Guild Caplan Sydneys North Bhore Tiaslea

In Brief Fronts Across World Report Grim News

A chaotic string of short items reports deaths in a fire in Milwaukee and a mining incident in Britain, floods forcing residents from Yuba City, a voyage linked to weapons in Monte Bello, economic worries in Argentina, Chaplin’s arrival in London, and production notes for Mulhourn newspapers. The items are terse and populated with place names and dates, reflecting a busy, unsettled day across nations.

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