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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 21, 1952
Page
2
A heated meeting debated American tennis rankings with Seixas and Savitt leading contenders. The committee backed Savitt for men and Connally for women, while discussions covered Davis Cup funding, tournament limits, and expense increases for players.
French spokesman charged that 180000 to 200000 enslaved laborers are being used as a human supply train from northern China to the Indo China front carrying ammo food and medicines. He said they are easy targets for French planes dropping hazardous devices as they march across open plains near Hanoi. Headquarters reported easing of the Black River area fighting south west of Hanoi amid last days of bombardment and high hazard material incidents.
In London on Sunday three Britons long held after straying in the Soviet zone were released. They were described as Field’s producer Gordon Crier and two others who wandered from Berlin toward West Germany and were detained after leaving the recognised route.
The tournament committee voted to amend sections and regulations after a recent meeting. The issue culminated last week with trainer and professionals protesting the rule. Players were registered and prepared to compete in the San Diego Open. Louis was invited as a guest but eligibility remained uncertain.
Australia faces wartime austerity as UK meat rations shrink to half a week. Minister Methven and McEwen comment on contracts that keep delivering butter to Britain below production costs. The piece notes cuts affecting meat eggs butter and dried fruit under wartime contracts.
England managed two wins in 18 heats while Australia claimed the test at Sydney Showground. Jack Parkes led the captaincy for Australia with strong three lap times and Payne top scored for England in a night of close heats and a disputed incident after an accident in heat two.
The article reports Soviet influence in Persian affairs with Dr. Moussideq pressing for the withdrawal of all British Consulates. Pousiley is said to have advised the demand and proposed a transfer to a new appointment. The Persian Government was asked to approve sums for a new British Ambassador.
A bridge collapse at a railway station during ticket queues for a special train injured many spectators. A quick porter stopped an 8.40 pm train from Bury to Buckburn, saving lives as injured were treated in waiting rooms turned into first aid posts. Beds in Bury were soon filled and emergency crews worked through the night.
A garbled report notes severe storms affecting California and Los Angeles with extensive damage and loss of life. It mentions years of recurrence, large monetary impact, and ongoing recovery efforts.
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