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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1956
Page
5
An essay argues against prosecuting Stalin after death, warning that a grave trial would threaten civilised law. It contrasts denouncement with due process, noting Stalin’s crimes include state harms and forgeries. It questions Moscow's motive and the legality of retroactive punishment.
A bank cautions that state wage policies risk economic stability as wage determinations are hampered by inconsistent application and varying government actions. The text notes broader implications for the national economy and highlights concerns over policy coordination and reliability.
In a Letter to the Editor, Griffith condemns a 1/6 booking fee for phone bookings, arguing it hikes costs and favors lucrative fares. He urges the minister to end the loophole, expand taxi ranks, and allow parking space for motorists within two miles of the nearest taxi.
Melbourne report says the Victorian Government will ask the Commonwealth to create a special convention to review the Commonwealth constitution. Acting Premier Rylah outlined a plan for a three-part convention including the Commonwealth, the States, and the people. He noted NSW Premier Cahill suggested an all party committee to study the constitution and said he had written to Cahill agreeing the constitution requires examination amid changing Commonwealth-state relations.
The United Nations planned to provide technical assistance totaling 414 million dollars, up from a record 23 million in 1952. The monetary figures reflect adjustments in aid allocations and the scope of projects supported by the UN during that period.
Recited threats from East German leaders warn of possible actions to pressure West Berlin while allies worry over renewed attempts to annex the isolated city. Ulbricht and party bosses push for closer ties with workers across the border as the city remains a focal point in Cold War tensions behind the Iron Curtain.
About 200000 Araby refugees who fled to the Gare strip after the Palestine war in 1948 received aid from the Fayption Government the International Red Cross the Qualen and since 1950 from the United Nations Relief and Works Agency. The USNRWA is involved with both physicians and locally trained midwives at the Rej Refuges Camp clinic where patients wait to be examined.
Prime Minister Menzies argues nations of the British Commonwealth must be more conscious of each other’s interests and stresses a working partnership. He notes defence and trade are increasingly selective, warns against relying on old multilateral formats, and calls for ongoing consultation among London New Delhi Canberra and other capitals.
Australia could be asked to take a larger part in Commonwealth defence planning as the Prime Ministers meet in London. News Chronicle cites plans to integrate Britain’s long term defence strategy with a shift toward cheaper production and reallocation of industrial resources to counter Soviet pressure.
The House of Representatives will meet at 2.30 p.m. today to resume debate in committee on the Stvedoring Industry Bill after questions. The Senate will also convene at 2.30 p.m. and begin the debate on the Housing Bill following questions.
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