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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 08, 1951

Page

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Volunteer Labour May Be Called For Ships at Mackay

In Melbourne reports for the first time in over two decades non registered labour may load a New Zealand freighter at Mackay as a civilian volunteer if waterside workers refuse to load. The ACTU executive considers section 307 for industrial actions and calls a deputation to the Prime Minister to seek open negotiations and possible legal avenues.

Mackay Melbourne Mr. Holt Queeneland Giese Esctions Federace Beamen

Dr Malan Warned Republic Meaning Revolution

Fragmentary OCR describes Dr Malan warned that a republic would trigger revolution. Opposition leader Nicholls reportedly urged him against insisting on a punitive measures bill seen as provocative. The piece lacks clear names, dates, places, or outcomes due to damaged text.

Lea Malan Oppo Iion Nicholls

Strike collapses in New Zealand amid union vote

A fragmentary report notes a strike and a vote outcome in Port Salmery with figures suggesting a split in support for the old union. Officials urge reconciliation as labor action continues and a withdrawal from the old union is discussed amid ongoing industrial tensions.

NSW Lakeur Council Supports ACTU in New Zealand incident

The report outlines NSW Lakeur Council's stance on ACTU involvement during a recent incident in New Zealand. It notes council members discuss implications for local labor relations and regional cooperation.

Shipping delays hit Australia ship handling losses says Currie

William Crestor Currie told the annual meeting that cumulative delays during cargo discharges in Australia reduce ship work time by about 18 ships per year, creating waiting for berths and labor shortages. He urged government action to protect working people from labor unrest and communism influence.

London Thuredey Australia William Crestor Currie William Louis Cannon Manales Itz Teane Australis High Court Britain

Meeting Decides Ban On Wateraide Warkern

Federal secretary Mr Healy was unable to confirm a decision at the meeting. The group discussed restrictions and awaited further guidance from authorities before acting.

Wateraide Warkern Dl Iin Decine Beslan Singin Mr. Healy Maid Ba Hana Decinion Weil Awice

Industrial Commission Orders Strikes Halted at Port Kemble Works

The full Industrial Commission considered cancelling the FEBF A union’s registration due to strikes at the New Leautle works of Stewart and Lloyd and the Commonwealth Rolling Mills in Lyamghta Port Kemble. The commission warned the union to obey the law, with President Webb stating the extreme step of cancelling registration if obligations were not met. members were ordered to stay off the South Maitland line and resume duties beginning Monday.

FA Wa Industria Comralanion Newleautle Stewart and Lloyd Commonwealth Rolling Mills Lyamghta Port Kemble Susith -Mutthand Com Imianion Tuatice Webb Ite Maur Tino South Maitland Nak

Four Killed in Road Accidents Reported

An early report notes multiple fatalities from road accidents, mentioning several individuals by name and noting a toll on a local roadway. Details are incomplete due to damaged text but indicate a series of crashes and casualties today.

Missing Foreign Office Pair Sought After Holiday Break

An informant reports two Foreign Office officials Doskid Maclean and L Burgess vanished after a holiday in Britain, with authorities in France and Britain active. French authorities say the men may be in Paris or watched at airports, while a British embassy link was on leave. The case involves possible concealment and prior travel from Britain to France.

London Twe British Foreign Office Daily Express Moscow Dean Moon Britain France Scotland Jivek Sverral Xporte Gothas Paris Bovistyh Parc Offeleia Doskid Maclean Interior Ministry Lala Paria Navy Washington

Russian Forces Mass on Persian Border Reported

Teheran dispatch in the Tehran Evening newspaper Keyben quotes Persian officials showing large Russian concentrations on the Persian frontier. The report notes this is unusual and discusses possible motivations and a forthcoming shift in relations as Iran contemplates nationalization of assets.

Teheran Persia Keyben

West's Counter to Atlantic Pact Stirred in Balkans Issue 18

Fragmentary report describes Western Powers under pressure over the Atlantic Pact. Informed observers expect heated debates and possible concessions as consultations unfold within 36 hours. The piece notes cautious prospects for continued negotiations and political maneuvering among allied nations.

Balkans West

King’s Progress Reported Satisfactory at Buckingham Palace

A palace bulletin notes satisfactory progress in King George’s health during his tour. The report, from Buckingham Palace, confirms no cause for alarm and outlines continued monitoring of his local and general condition.

Buckingham Palace Dutos Wireinor

South Africa Bat in First Test Amid Stumbling Start

Fragmentary OCR notes show South Africa at 82 for one after early partnerships, with uncertain names and phrases about opening batsmen and field positions. The garbled text references Mundries and Notting, suggesting a rough, incomplete report of early batting in the match.

South Africa Twitzens Lune Ming Notting

No Chinese Peace Treaty Debate Dominates Postwar Talks

Fragmented and garbled text references no peace treaty with China. Mentions involve communists, British forces, and wartime occupation context with unclear names and dates.

UNOFFICIAL RUSSIA PEACE MOVES IN KOREA CLAIMS

Washington reporters cite Voice of America on Korean peace moves attributed to Russia. Secretary of State Dean Acheson and British officials deny official backing or imminent action, while a Soviet delegate at the United Nations is described as caught unprepared by the statements.

Bseatt Dean Rust Morrison Russia Korea Washington Fiunete Han Aponschhd Saviee Korman Voice of América Sroadcart Anguo-amencen Romsrom Neo Maver Wry Dean Acheson Ruscat Britain Mr. Jeumde Protos United Nations Brondeaa de West Indireet Beet Ialik United Nasione Ean Achason Bate Depertmani Tela United National Pyne UK Taperatan Amarin Wray Vate

Forces Push Red Defences Near Chowne and Kumhwa

Allied reports say UN forces 18 miles from Chowne and Kumhwa push back Chinese defenses along the central front. Estimates cite about 180000 Chinese and 120000 North Koreans in the area as Allied armored columns advance to break the line and drive toward the plain beyond the last mountain barrier.

Chowne Kumhwa Ene Trisrae Alent United Nations

Communists Still Able to Strike London Says Thuretay

A parliamentary report claims Communist forces in Korea remain capable of striking at London. The House of Commons heard that American and Allied assessments show no immediate manpower collapse for China or North Korea. Casualties and material losses for May are cited as high, but officials say forward progress by the opposing forces is at risk. The call remains to defeat the adversaries and press toward peace.

Manuel Ghinwett House At Commons Korea Nuye Truman North Kortan Herter Tesco Eerie Srapen Cornees Oe & Tie Wast Ngareain

United Nations Plan Aimed to Formoria Armia Support

Fragmented OCR note reports U N countries in agreement on a plan called for an armia presence by Talkie and Formosa, with mentions of Senate inquiry and American policy. Names and exact actions are unclear due to damaged text, but the item notes international plan and membership discussions.

Senate Seneral Acheron United Nations ANG Niture Formosa ANG Comimuniat Cie

U S Casualties Report From Washington

The U S casualty tally through June 1 lists 44 317 American battle losses this period. The figure includes 31 808 dead and 12 509 wounded with other injuries. A week shows increased casualties with new totals reported by Washington.

Washington Mores

The King's Calents Visit to Royal Military College Parade

Fragmented OCR notes describe colors presented at a royal military college parade by the King as Duke of York visiting Canberra during an opening ceremony. Mentions months and possible college connections, with unclear phrases and mixed typos.

Bian Wedneshey le Be Duke of York

Message to troops in Korea vows unity and support

The article recounts a wartime message: a leader pledges unity as Commonwealth troops in Korea are reorganized into a single division. It expresses confidence in victory, admiration for servicemen, and wishes for resilience, patience, and safety amid hardship.

Uing Korea Soa Olatin Atenet Vereteen Orove Seri Wis Seifeamenn Perros Kores Tewif Alroady Bert

Penalty demanded for two soldiers in Moscow shooting case

The Cirived Mastenen demanded punishment for two Red Army soldiers who shot and killed an American corporal in Moscow. Vienna on Spell delivered in Moscow payment of damage to the family. Crasetty was shot during a rear area incident while aera SIM tanta.

Wammington Mastenen Russia Pei Cremenn Vienna Moscow Crasetty Ain Heet Aera Sim

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