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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1950
Page
1
An unofficial report said a Communist column with two tanks and two armoured cars moved down the East Coast to within 60 miles of Pu. U.S. sources in Tokyo cited conflicting, nonconfirmed claims about Korean advance and Allied defensive lines near Yanghek and the Ulchin sector as MacArthur’s headquarters prepared responses and redeployments.
The communique describes Allied bombing of a North Korean port and surrounding targets. U.S. and Australian aircraft conducted sorties as part of the Far East campaign while Allied ships maintained pressure and North Korean defenses suffered losses, including bombed oil facilities and military concentrations.
Australian unions led a Hands of Korea campaign opposing interference in Korea. Communist-controlled unions criticized government policy and called for immediate withdrawal. Trade unions publish columns supporting Korea solidarity while highlighting international pressure and bloc unity.
Reports from Washington quote President Truman showing confidence that the North Korean invasion would be defeated, despite an initial ceasefire. He warned against alarm, emphasized manpower and industrial mobilization, and urged steady U.S. leadership as foreign correspondents noted Allied reorganization and calls for more forces from General MacArthur.
General Stef spoke at a prose conference stating Korea would not widen unless Russia dictates. He cited Britain’s possible troop deployment to Burma if attacked and questioned a formal military pact with Burma, urging better assurances and honoring any such agreement.
The note to the United Nations from the Chinese Communist government denounces U S aggression in Formosa and pledges to liberate Taiwan. Reports from Canton and elsewhere cite Beijing’s claims of U S provocation and call for world action, while noting tensions around Korea and the Security Council. The piece attributes strong anti U S sentiment to China and discusses allied responses.
In November a plan was discussed to fund expanded Atomic Energy facilities in the United States. The funds would support laboratory and production work linked to atomic devices and fuel the broader program. Congress debates appropriations and oversight.
A correspondent reported running to safety in Tokyo on Friday after an incident near the front. The U P office in Tokyo confirmed the safety and noted that Tom Lambert, an ABC associate, was not captured and had not run 20 Taationin Wife.
A flawed OCR account recalls a U S Army unit at Osan in South Korea repelling a Red Division assault. The battalion held off attackers for six days then withdrew after ammo ran low, transferring breach blocks and retreating twelve miles, with MacArthur officials noting the action and limited enemy armour.
Fragmentary text references Asia planning and communist terms with unclear origins. Mentions Houston, Manchester Guardian, and various distorted phrases. No identifiable event, date, or named individuals to anchor a concise summary. Pray for clearer source material.
London reports a Kremlin note claiming no reply needed from Moscow while British papers bannered Moscow responds and linked it to yesterday's tragedy in Korea. Washington notes UN Security Council rejection of action, with diplomats predicting limited cooperation and potential broader tensions.
New Delhi reports indicate Prime Minister Nehru has pursued diplomatic channels to admit China to the Security Council. India backs a forceful Asian representation but does not commit to mediation on the Korean crisis while urging restraint and alignment with allied positions.
Premier Chen Cheng says Britain is shippingSupplies to Communist China via a dual running supply line. He claims Britain’s actions are urged by American requests and aim to extend aid beyond Hong Kong and Malaya, affecting North Korea and other British holdings. He calls Britain short sighted and urges U.S. government reply.
A tangled commentary accuses the United States of mixed signals on Asia, noting Britain’s involvement around Formosa and the U S retuning export materials for critical defense while democratic nations face denials. The remark implies Russia would not benefit from such contradictions.
Enquiries on enlistments follow a teleview visit by Mr Menelex as Army Navy and Air Force recruiters plan new formations. Government aims to form units for Australia, with service periods of five years for volunteers. Some men may enlist for years of service in various branches, while others serve under government arrangements.
Unidentified fighter aircraft fired on a British passenger plane en route from Hongkong to Formosa near Swatow. The British plane was damaged but continued to Hongkong. Authorities and Chinese officials said the incident involved military action and possible aircraft breaches.
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