26 Jun 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1951
Page
1
British officials respond cautiously to a proposed Soviet peace plan. The government and allied powers, including the United States, weigh potential concessions while stressing no undue optimism. Analysts note mixed signals from Moscow and French observers as Paris hosts talks, with key figures urging firmness on conditions and strategic unity.
A garbled text portrays international leaders urging peace in Korea and restraint in military buildup. It references UN Secretary General Trygve Lie and calls for negotiated settlement, warning against escalations and military force affecting regional stability.
The Australian minister advocated restoring Korea through negotiation and an armistice, urging leaders to end hostility. He warned against abandonment of print ties and pressed for a peaceful settlement with the Republic of Korea amid regional tensions.
Fragmentary text lists U N forces in Korea and mentions Admiral Arthur W. Masterd and other commanders including BAAR wing leaders and an air adjutant to the United Kingdoms Minister in Japan, in a garbled report on allied operations.
Reports describe continued heavy fighting across Korea with reports of halted advances and limited progress north of Seoul. Mentions of US and British forces, reinforcements, and delayed peace rumors frame a tense front line amid ongoing combat.
Former United Nations General Assembly president Dr Evatt proposes that a cease fire could be negotiated if negotiations address urgent UN concerns. He notes the aim is to repel North Korean invasion of South Korea and warns that without clear objectives a lasting settlement may be unlikely.
In Tokyo diplomats debated terms of a revived peace treaty with Japan, aiming for a brief document of about 35 pages. Key points included an occupation stance, potential reparations, and possible participation by China and other nations. Negotiations covered timing for a final conference and locations for a signing.
A review of Australian trade for May shows exports at 78,060,000 pounds and imports at 64,106,000 pounds, with a favorable commodity balance down from the previous year. The first 11 months of the financial year show a larger favorable balance, about 78,005,008 pounds, versus the prior period's 78,005,008.
President Truman urged world unity and a strong United Nations stance on Korea, warning against unnecessary risks of war. He stressed keeping doors open for peaceful settlements, while restoring confidence in free nations and the future of a world organization for peace.
President Truman denied that U S policy was appeasement or fear. He stated the policy aimed to aid free peoples resisting aggression and to prevent Soviet expansion. Critics argued for stronger actions in Korea, but Truman defended restraint and criticized attacks on the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Secretary of State Acheson.
Persians threatened to call out their navy to stop the British tanker Delabell a as it neared the Gulf and Australia with a full load of oil. Reports from Teheran say aim is to divert or seize the ship while British authorities and U S destroyers monitor the incident in the region.
A London court case centers on an alleged sabotage plot harming oil flow with a clerk accused of abducting an oil firm manager Eric Drake and interfering with tanker operations. The proceedings reference parliamentary anti sabotage measures and possible legal changes affecting oil industry workers. The reporting notes tensions over the case and its broader implications for national oil security.
Fragmented reports describe a potential evacuation near Abadan and nearby districts. Widespread chatter claims the government plans to move civilians and troops, with 4,000 troops reportedly positioned in the area and allied air and radio chatter confirming heightened security measures.
The readable fragments indicate imported goods and ministerial references with names such as Mr Caney and Mr Calwell. A shipment plan mentions 1,000 noni ware and an expectation of 1,400 more if shipping conditions permit, with completion around May 31, 1601.
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