03 Mar 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1952
Page
1
Paris report says M. Paul Reynaud invites leaders of all French parties to a round table conference to save the franc and form a national union government. Socialists hesitate while De Gaulle supporters and others discuss plans. Reynaud might tell President Auriac if conference fails.
Rioters estimated at over 10 000 clash with police on Nathan Road amid Communist banners and attacks on shops. European and American casualties reported as crowds pelt police with rocks and windows are smashed. Authorities blame left wing unions and warn the Chinese consulate visit changed plans.
In Manila a renewed Huk drive sparks deadly clashes in Central Luzon and Laguna. The Defence Department says about 2,000 government troops and 100 Huk guerrillas engaged two battalion combat teams, with several reported deaths and ongoing military operations in the region.
The Sunday Express column reports the 1983 royal tour to Australia may be moved to later this year or postponed to next year. Queen Elizabeth reportedly preferred a July coronation but may delay due to preparations and palace issues. Anologous sources suggest personal reasons behind delaying the coronation.
King Farouk approves Aly Maher Pasha as premier after resignation amid anti British riots and political turmoil. Hilaly Pasha named foreign minister as Egypt forms a cabinet aimed at cleaning government, restoring unity, and fighting entrenched corruption while negotiating with Britain.
The Persian government considers an entire gate of it operative hues involved in selecting tanker partnerships. The chairman Anolh tta Sepahbodi announces a plan to evaluate all parties and the number of tankers, signaling a major decision for national energy policy. The advisory body weighs annual terms and broader economic impact.
Sydney figures show coal production in New South Wales rising by about one third to date, with total output from underground and open mine sources detailed. The minister notes inter-state shipments and pending winter demand, while stressing productivity as key to miners' and owners' prospects.
A riot at Mailia Prison in Ismailia involved mostly inspected terrorists who threw bricks and wood, shouted, and clashed with police. Police fired into the air to quell the disturbance. several prisoners were wounded, with reports of planned prison camps and further crackdowns in the Canal Zone.
The General of the Waterside Workers Federation Mr Healy ordered a return to work for all concerned in wet trades to resume tomorrow. The decision covers striking watersiders in Sydney and Townsville. The strike began Monday aboard the freighter Binge with a baggage embargo hindering operations.
Court warned that failure to comply with orders could trigger contempt proceedings with heavy penalties. Details describe naval mutiny actions, movements, and ships Strathclyde and Orient, plus transport of laborers and equipment amid wartime security concerns.
The British evacuated about 2500 Heligolanders before handover to Germany amid postwar reconstruction. Bombed harbor areas and inland ruins scar the island with unexploded ordnance and collapsed structures rendering large parts uninhabitable. locals face a stark rebuilding task as authorities clear wreckage and redevelop the damaged territory.
A Reno bandake stole about 2.5 million in cash and jewelry from Laverne Redfield and his wife as they played lotto. Police report shows Redfield once a "Pull millionnaire" who later built wealth. burglars seized 4001h from his Tomé and other assets. Redfield, described as frugal, rose to wealth after an early hardship.
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