02 Jun 1955
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1955
Page
1
A fragmentary Washington briefing notes President Eisenhower wary of Soviet aims as UN and world diplomacy hinge on Cold War tensions. References to Hammarskjold, Krishna Menon, and UN meetings hint at conflicting signals over nuclear control and international alignment.
A turbulent session looms as joint party members prepare for a volatile meeting to decide limits on government action. Critics urge tighter party discipline while ministers seek to avoid open clashes in the chamber amid looming motions and potential defections.
President plans to attend United Nations anniversary events in Washington on June 20. He will join ceremonies marking the opening of a new term and welcome the worldwide audience, with the event described as a milestone in global relations.
Observers report the observatory dome at Mt Btramaka is near completion with the major telescope structure in place. Final alignments and testing remain, with transfer of instruments and calibration expected before full operation, according to Dr Mons and the Commonwealth Axtronone.
The report outlines Mr Bolte expected to seek LCP leadership and form a Liberal Country Party government after a Parliamentary debate. Analysts anticipate a cabinet lineup and possible Friday allocations as parties aim for a working majority, with preferences shaping post election outcomes.
The fourth day of a national emergency strike disrupts Royal Mail routes as RAF and Army plan makeshift operations. An Army convoy of 350 trucks carries mail while Navy ships stand by. Government insists service continues, but mailways are nearly paralysed by the industrial action. Daily Herald editorial warns prolonged stoppage risks unemployment and industry impact.
Opposition speakers in the House accused Labour of loaded boundaries in the federal redistribution. They attacked the commissioners for bias and for excluding evidence, insisting that changes favored Liberal seats and noting anomalies in Victoria and Geelong districts.
Melbourne homicide detectives link missing man to a car found 70 feet underwater near Bellview Guest House. A young Australian, about 22, was last seen at a Magte Point farm. Bloodstained glasses and teeth fragments were recovered, hinting at a violent struggle. Authorities sought divers to recover the vehicle and body from Mitchell River.
In Washington on Wednesday immigration officials failed to deport Croonee Haymes, 36, husband of actress Rita Hayworth. The United States District Court ruled he did not object to deportation, despite claims by the Immigration Department that he entered the country unlawfully citing his Argentine origin and disputed status.
The Defence Minister announced in the House that experts will study a major ammunition project. Key figures discussed a prime contractor on a fixed fee, with tender calls planned and total government costs to include various fees and construction costs.
The Postmaster General Anthony released his annual report showing earnings of £37,071 for 1863 44 and a profit of £12 675. the year saw higher expenditure due to material costs and increased re conveyance charges. The report notes substantial accumulated fees and investments with no final conclusion on future profits.
Darwin pearlers face confusion over allotment of Japanese poaching operatives to Darwin owned juggees. Figures show Harrow as one of two missing female crews, with total crews set to 16 and Givers applying for ten Japanese crews bringing total to 24. Gurney Bell of Barwin Lat Pears notes Jepanese crews allocated. Mannog Bros rumored to be involved.
An accident aboard the Thunderuit patrol tanker involved a pilot who was injured during midair refueling operations. Rescue teams and medical staff attended the scene as investigators examined the wreckage and flight data.
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