04 Jul 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1951
Page
1
Reports indicate talks between North and South Korea stalled as envoys consider partial cease fire. General Kim Bung and General Rungway reportedly led discussions while allied observers prepared for a possible meeting by helicopter near the Easton area.
Fragmentary report suggests a Japanese cabinet planned to push for a coalition government over the Besos Treaty. Premier Yoshide reportedly urged members of the People’s Democratic Party to join, but internal divisions and external pressures complicate the bid.
United Nations and U.S. officials report talks with Chinese and North Korean forces near Kaesong as a large Chinese army assembly and prisoner exchange discussions unfold. The plan aims to maximize Allied leverage, with estimates of about 163,000 prisoners potentially swapped and debates over terms continuing amid concerns over regional stability and strategic concessions.
Mr Gasry cautions about rosy hopes amid statements by external affairs ministers and officials. The dialogue touches on positions regarding occupation and diplomatic stance.
A fragmented note outlines a plan for a July 10 meeting between opposing commanders after armistice terms. It describes preliminary talks, a helicopter transport from Kimpo, a convoy route from Seoul to Kassang, and immunity for the convoy if the other side is notified of its route and schedule.
Washington reports Defence Secretary Marshall told Congress there would be no immediate pullout of American troops from the region in the event of a ceasefire. The administration requested 6,500,000 dollars for foreign aid while lawmakers weighed the plan amid debate over the strategic position and potential for renewed conflict.
A fragmented report details a premier diving from a burning warship amid crew desertion attempts. Sailors are said to have aided him as gunfire wounded one and killed another, with two reaching shore and surviving until dark.
A garbled note discusses preservation of historic documents and the Constitution, mentioning independence and a ceremony. It hints at concerns over how long the artifacts may endure and the oath, with unclear phrases about commemorations and public interest.
The Duke of Edinburgh serving with the Mediterranean Fleet will fly back to England on July 31. Reports say he plans to complete the Australasian tour by mid 2062, with the royal family preparing for a period of rest until October as the King regains strength for overseas duties next year.
The meeting debated a plan to transfer power to the Reds but ruled it contrary to the Labour Party’s 1948 policy and values. The conference recommended campaigning against pro Communist influence and asked state branches to investigate treatment of a Communist party in a related dispute. More details unclear due to fragmented text.
Report notes tomorrow's agenda as the Referendum Bill and Defence Preparations Bill advance. Government aims to grant comprehensive power to address the Communist Party with potential re enactment of the Communist Party Constitution Act of 1850.
A reader report claims laxity at ports near Canberra and Orange triggered unsafe conditions aboard ships and on the waterfront. It highlights drunkenness arrests, absent workers, and weak supervision as contributing factors while urging reforms to port oversight and industry practices.
Tehran reports a Persian Oil Company offer to Western powers at the London conference. Britain and allied nations discuss a controlled export plan and potential government compensation for nationalized assets. Iran seeks stability though no formal agreement is announced and talks continue with Western representatives.
The government fractures over national revaluation policy. Dr Evatt claims the plan would centralize control of the Commonwealth Bank, with a composed board of ten wielding influence over currency, credit, and exchange rates. He notes threats from currency gamblers and warns against undermining private interests and tech specialists.
Inbound dispatches describe Uriah troop landings near Abadan and Persian turmoil as Levopa defend property. A Tehran correspondent notes emigration of women and children from Persia while the Persian government faces growing concern over external actions and internal stability.
The House of Representatives suspended Mr. Ward from East Sydney for 14 hauts due to disobedience of committee orders amid a noisy scene. Accusations of liquor influence flew as colleagues pressed for withdrawal and apologies.
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