11 Jul 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1951
Page
1
Amid heated Labour debates former Chief Justice Evatt argues referendums threaten constitutional principles. The session features suspension of standing orders to allow Evatt to speak, with party leaders divided over Communist influence and Labour’s stance on constitutional changes.
A fragmented report discusses a government plan to broaden constitutional powers in response to Communist or socialist claims. It notes opposition from the High Court and debates over the order and powers of Parliament and the Common wealth, with Evatt and other leaders sparring over democratic justice and constitutional limits.
Fragmented dispatches report U N cease fire delegates meeting near Kaesong with mixed signals and no clear progress. Officials describe atmosphere as fraught yet hopeful as talks continue amid tension and war aims.
A rain shortened match sees England tally 188 and 181 as South Africa fail to chase. Hutton steadies the innings, building a solid foundation before later contributions lift England to a robust total. The report notes Hutton’s emerging consistency amid the conditions.
A jury acquitted a defendant in a murder case after Mr Justice Bare warned the Crown’s key witness testimony was insufficient. The incident occurred around midnight on April 8, with the photographer receiving minor injuries and the defendant released shortly after the verdict.
Notorious racketeer Mickey Cohen is sentenced to five years in prison and fined 4,484 dollars after pleading guilty to income tax evasion.
A plane crash at the Abadan refinery damaged a nearby office building and storage area. The pilot died heroically, and a refinery foreman in the office was killed. The Abadan fire brigade chief said the plane struck a warehouse district just outside the refinery. Flames rose high but refinery operations remained undamaged.
Reported case of German measles involves Princess Margaret with the illness causing her to retreat to the palace for rest. The summary notes a brief flurry around her condition and travel, with no detailed medical terms.
Russian producers announce plans to increase champagne output significantly, aiming to exceed prior yearly volumes. The move follows prior limits and signals a shift in the domestic bubbly market with broader production capacity.
The record notes Labour opposition to a defence measure and emphasizes parliamentary responsibility. It cites no compulsory direct action and highlights economic concerns linking labour to seamen and broader wartime mobilization within the Commons.
Deputies in Teheran clashed amid the debate on Anglo-Iranian oil. Dr. Mowadeq rejected Truman’s offer to name Averell Harriman as mediator and said Iran would not heed subservient moves. Parliament discussed company records and the indictment of Philip Steck as London notes arrived.
Moscow broadcasts of Leander Murrow's Tasmanian speech threaten to reveal parliamentary remarks and provoke debate. The inquiry centers on how the short wave broadcast was obtained and aired, with calls for public clarification from Cameron and Byatt on potential parliamentary procedure breaches and international implications.
Fragmented report notes snow in several regions with winds and cold conditions. It mentions areas near Kosciusko and Olmert while forecasting improved weather tomorrow.
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