22 Jul 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1952
Page
1
In Helsinki Australians pace Olympic track day with Shirley Strickland posting the fastest 110 metres heat time of the day. Winsome Gibbs led her heat as Strickland surged to top marks in a day troubled by rain and poor track conditions.
At Belaimk the opening events of the 1000 Olympic competition saw Australia struggle with injuries and mixed results. Riggom won the eight sixty, while Murray Riley defeated John Rogers in a notable bout for Argentina. Mervyn Woort led the pair's win, with Don Palmer and Vic Middleton among early leaders. John Treinen and Don Peace qualified for semi finals in the 10 metres and 800 metres, but time limits make a final push doubtful. A knee injury to a rival affected the results as the event progressed.
A riot at a Georgia jail two weeks ago left one convict dead and others injured as guards and officers struggled to control the disturbance. Details remain scarce as authorities investigate the incident and assess security failures.
At the Monday Olympic meet in TLSUVKI Russia and Czechoslovakia dominate day one. Mil Zalopedk wins the 16,600 meter race in Olympic record time amid a 75,000 crowd as Zatopeh haw gains for medals. Nina Ramnachicave shocks with a shot put record, while athletics feature John Treloar in 108 meters and other events.
In Tehran on Monday police and troops fired into a crowd of more than 2,000 protesters attempting to storm the Parliament. Reports say several were killed and many injured as demonstrators supported former Prime Minister Massadeq. Armored cars and troops faced rioters near the Majlis, with police efforts to disperse the crowd intensifying.
Reports say former Persian premier Mossadeq may return to power in Teheran as pro Teheran factions mobilize. Deputies announce support, amid demonstrations and calls for national unity against a new government.
A New York Times dispatch reports experts believe the Soviet Union is certain to develop a hydrogen bomb. The piece cites strategic analyses, notes heightened Soviet air reconnaissance, and discusses potential delivery and testing prospects amid rising global tension.
A Bevanite faction at the Labour Party conference pushes for renewed disarmament and a reversal of Attlee’s arms policy. The Bevan group, backed by unions including the 340000 strong shop distributive workers and the 106000 strong miners union, seeks a Seoperation of the army programme and a re examination of armaments. The faction emphasizes unity within Labour amid debates on foreign policy and domestic policy.
In Sydney the Australian wool dealers contest the wartime wool sale scheme under the Distribution of Profits Act. Poulton, a licensed Mudgee dealer, argues the government plan to control the entire Australian wool clip lacks legal authority and does not ensure fair compensation. The Australian Wool Council and related bodies are joined as defendants as the High Court hearing, delayed to tomorrow, proceeds amid ongoing legal contention.
Negotiations Tuesday between a representative of the steel factory and the United Steel Workers' Union failed to end the Wednesday strike. No progress reported as workers maintain halted production and demand better terms.
The incident in Canterbury Cathedral ends after a 40 minute disturbance. A person named Jonen attacked the British PRO and repeated allegations about germ warfare during the confrontation.
Unclear text shows discord at Canterbury Cathedral during a service with references to Army officials and a pulpit confrontation. Mentions a Dean, MPs, and telegrams amid a period of tension following the service. Details are fragmented and uncertain.
Allied hopes for an early Korean peace were dashed as Communist forces renewed attacks. Negotiators met 20 minutes, adjourned until tomorrow amid charges that POW lists omit UN prisoners. Read Cross Taiwan announced a Public Information Officer for the Par Tala Air Force. Allied troops fought to secure a contested sector near the Western Sage, with Chinese forces advancing toward key positions.
The article outlines Truman facing a Democratic National Convention choice among rivals including General Eisenhower and Governor Bravenson. Averell Harriman and other figures weigh in as contenders while party leaders seek peace and reform policies.
A colonial council discusses a one year wheat plan for 1988 54 crop. It aims to assure growers protection via a price arrangement for human and stock feed use while awaiting the renewal of the International Wheat Agreement. Government support and stock feed wheat policy are proposed as core elements.
A fragment describes an old device used to recurved mirrors at Mount Stromlo Observatory. The machine, once famous in Thaw, was brought to Canberra a century ago with the original telescope. It mentions Melbourne Telescope and Commonwealth Observatory projects and a 30-inch telescope upgrade.
Fragmentary report states in Cairo that the Egyptian Premier leads a collapse of the cabinet after a period of instability. The text mentions top officials resigning and an independent government taking control, but provides no concrete cause or immediate explanation for the political shift.
Bir Joke Cre Peron, Lord Provost of Berit Bedland, claims Australia will modify its plans, aiming to attract investment but facing higher production costs. He cites potential delays in Austria and Shpcintad as factors and warns the sector must adapt to new conditions. The Australian market for secondary industry stalls, with exports unlikely due to cost, while unemployment relief schemes draw debate.
The article notes drastic rice crop losses may reduce farm supplies by around 20 000 tons with shipments delayed. Millers warn allocations could be reviewed soon as rice moves toward industrial use and export markets.
An editor advocates government action to abolish the 40 percent levy on taxpayers. The piece argues tax cuts would boost production and enterprise, presenting tax relief as the primary remedy for financial weakness and economic stagnation.
Fragmentary OCR text describes fears or alarms tied to storage tanks within a area, referencing multiple place names and a potential incident. The readable bits indicate concern over tanks and possible consequences in a northern region around Anens and Taachaga with mentions of storage facilities.
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