Witness Critiques and Document Inquiry At Canberra Embassy
A witness testifies about a disputed document written by Lockwood and presented to the MV D office in Canberra. The commission rules, objections overruled, and libel action against the Commonwealth and Windeyer proceed.
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Battier
Hill
Lockwood
High Cort
Pueeday
High Court
Commonwealth of Aunwalla
Mary J. Windeyer
Justice Owen
Commonwealth
Gwen
Windeyer
Windeyer Wa
Unclear Royal Commission Hearing Fragment Identified
Fragmentary OCR from a Royal Commission hearing shows discussion of author Lockwood and publication permissions. Names and roles appear, including Mr Windeyer and Mr Justices Owen, with debate over document disclosure, rights, and potential impact on Lockwood. The text is garbled and nonstandard.
Mrs Petrov Escape Story At Embassy Hearing
In a whispered court session Mrs. Petrov recounted her escape from the Soviet embassy in Canberra amid fears for her husband and arrangements involving Lockwood and Antone. She testified of foreign agents, travel funds, and threats of execution as Australian authorities prepared for further testimony and adjournment.
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Bvdahl Petrov
Sydney
Rupert Lockwood
F. Hill
Patson
Lockwood
Alan
Bey
Ion
Windever
Ale
Canberra
Windeyer Tern
Petrov
Hillitor
Antoney
Generalov
Weriva
Weriva the Tet Enuniern
Autralia
Hilcand
Auntralia
Royalemax
Moscow
Vietminh Infiltration Threat Across Hanoi Corridor
Fragmented wartime dispatch describes Vietminh activity around Hanoi and nearby sites, noting foreign civilian presence, evacuation debates, and rising concern over infiltration. Reports mention British Commonwealth influence, French evacuation sentiment, and underground movements amid ongoing fighting and propaganda spread.
Rumoured injunction sought to halt Royal Commission hearings
Rumours say barrister E Hill acting for Rupert Lockwood would seek an injunction to stop the Royal Commission hearings in Melbourne tomorrow morning. Neither Hill nor Lockwood’s solicitor Gedric Ralph were available for comment.
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Melbourne
E. Hill
Rupert Lockwood
Royal Commission
Hill
Lockwood
Gedric Ralph
French Premier Plans Conscription Amid Parliamentary Debate
The French premier signals intent to mobilize conscripts within two weeks as Parliament weighs the measure. Officials emphasize duty and national honor while lawmakers split on the logistics and impact of universal service.
Potato Scheme Rejected in Late War Era Debate
Fragmentary report shows a government debate on a potato distribution scheme. Officials discuss relief plans and potential central control, with opposition arguing the policy fails to meet wartime needs and risks misallocation.
Roan Table Conference on ACT Programme
Conference on Luliding development to support Ganderra expansion set for July 15 at the Department of the Interior. Ministers and senior officials from the Interior and Works, ACT representatives, and survey and forestry experts will attend to coordinate building programs and assess a survey by the Acting Director of Works.
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Department of the Interior
Thy
Interior and Works
W. Kent Tignes
Crnistan
Uhm
Senerat Aamianemloa
Yersun
Department of Wows
RM Taylors
Ditelor Gennes
LT Price
Sierra
Molotov Returns To Geneva for Indo-China Talks
Molotov arrives in Geneva to attend the Indo China conference session. He is one of the key foreign ministers expected to participate as talks move to a new phase next week at CNEVA headquarters.
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Molotov
Geneve
CNEVA
Ras
Mow Cote
Molgiow
Swallowed Nail To Win Bet
A man known as Brinbane General was convicted after a bet led him to swallow a nail and metal items. He recovered in hospital for two weeks before being discharged to authorities. He admitted selling metal dirt and was fined, then released on license with a two month probation period.
Mr Menzies Sets Conditions for Recognising Peking
A fragmented report outlines Prime Minister Menzies stating conditions for recognizing Peking. He cautions against alliance with Red China and hints no discussion of formal recognition while Australian authorities assess geopolitical shifts and detente in Asia.
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China Wall
United Natings
Meri
Aly Press Tanferener
No Immediate Move On China Policy Seen From UK
A fragmented review of British stance at Geneva indicates officials expect no sudden shift on admitting Communist China or involving the United States in military action. Diplomatic sources say Britain remains cautious, wary of provoking Peking while weighing long term strategy.
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Amarming
Geneve
Bysta Aelly
Chinn
Anthony Heda
Riidae
Baimaters
Biritain
Jean
Wellce Ued
Lord Balebtry
Suimedegtel
Ubjeon
Reuter
London
Britain
Ching
Jon An
Peking
South Korea
Felix
Eisenhower Denounces Red China in Historic Address
President Eisenhower assailed Communist China during a public speech, accusing Beijing of aggression in Korea and backing oppression. He warned that withdrawal from Asia would only embolden totalitarian regimes, stressing the need for a strong, united stand to preserve peace and democracy.
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Korea
China
Thrnning Ue
Eisenhower
Lwration
Nak
Four Arrests Hold Up In Melbourne Cafe
Four armed men held up the Manaygerem of a cafe in Finders Street Melbourne, escaping with about £130. The bandits assaulted the manager and the cashier, leaving a chaotic scene as police pursued the suspects. Strong entities include Melbourne and Finders Street, with amounts noted as £130. The report details a violent heist and immediate police pursuit.
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Melbourne
Touran
Bourne Dgaterry Ata
Finders Street
Iol Unecate
Cowley
Combeewat
Chaned Puindera
Wong
He Cate
Ning
Rome
Frank Talks With Mr Attlee Highlight London Visit
A report suggests Prime Minister Attlee and Franklin D Roosevelt ally in Britain during the postwar period. The piece notes continued Informal discussions among Labour Party leaders and a possible forthcoming visit to London by leading figures.
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Asien
Atle
Halia
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