16 Mar 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 16, 1951
Page
1
The report describes ongoing moves toward a double dissolution, with quotes from Prime Minister and Governor General discussions. It notes Cabinet uncertainty, possible dates, and talks of seeking High Court advice while ministers debate the political path and implications for Labour and opposition.
The article discusses imminent election preparations within one day of the aide baba episode and the nomination date, detailing a potential 24 day lead to the election and the role of writs completed by officials. It notes parliamentary timing, opening of Parliament, and statements by My Monion and Country Party leader Mr. adden urging a internto Preferendum on Commonwealth defence powers.
EY Thurming and party managers declared readiness for an early Federal section while Liberal and Labour figures in London cited challenges. The Daily Telegraph editorial remarked on the Australian situation as the House debated a referendum to grant Commonwealth power, with the vote fining 85 to 37 against the opposition’s motion.
Senate adjourned amid friction over labor opposition and arbitration issues. Debate touched on contempt, awards, and potential court actions as leaders pushed for a defined date and continued scrutiny of the bill and government moves.
Fragmentary wartime dispatch notes Captain Taylor and Siva Noumia near Noumia harbor. The report references stages of mission and beachhead activity with unclear details about orders and timing.
ACT leaders claim independence is needed to represent the territory amid the looming election. Canberra ALP officials denounced recent moves while Lib-Lab members prepared pre selections for March 31 and possible early polls. Mrs. J. W. Aadton indicated she will continue to campaign for the ACT with notable local figures rallying around the issue.
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Report from Paris follows Russian stance at the Big Four deputies conference amid East West tensions. Western powers push for German unity and security arrangements, while Soviet drafts require tidying and alignment with American, British, and French positions. Observers note slow progress toward a settlement.
Washington officials downplay any decision on the Parallel deployment with State Department spokesman McDermott noting reports from Lake Shecesy are speculative. Diplomats question whether China and Communist parties will sustain talks as UN forces face uncertain negotiations and potential military implications.
Darwin reports export negotiations over Australian dried fruits with Britain. Traders Mulloch Gordon and Kerly Hoonight discuss a target price around 100 a ton after Treasury talks and ministerial friction. Australian exporters expect about 14,090 tons this year despite price pressure.
A South Korean official denounces a United Nations call to pause at the 38th Parallel. He argues that waiting would invite renewed attacks and lead to further civilian casualties on the Korean front.
Fragmentary item mentions Ireland Britain and Soviet relations with references to wartime units and preventive actions. The readable text is garbled and does not present a coherent event, date, or clear outcome to summarize.
In capital cities blackouts were blamed for shortages of sugar and motor tyres. The minister of supply Mr Real told Mr Turnbull delays in manufacturing and distribution, plus ship turnaround times, contributed to the crisis.
Reports from NRW list poliomyelitis cases including nan-danth with total figures in EEF and SBR regions. Affected age group spans from three to four years old at landmark facilities near Mankalowat and Perala, with measures urged to control spread.
A damaged wartime memo discusses strengthening Western Europe’s defenses against Soviet aggression. It urges full Allied unity, American air power, and a strong NATO posture to deter a Soviet attack and secure the continent. The report notes possible redeployment of forces under Eisenhower and calls for consolidating Western defense powers.
Fragmentary text describes heavy fighting in Indochina with rebel and militia troops in coconut groves near Cochin and Ke Kong, noting bold assaults and disrupted operations. Names and precise details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
A highly garbled report references Russia, Japan, and the Soviet Union with mentions of peace treaty discussions led by Mr. Dulles. The text alludes to military spending and a distant peace, implying a wartime context and the prospect of victory over a rival power, though many names and terms are unclear or distorted.
United States Third Division reported in Seoul with North Korean rearguards still holding out. Main Communist forces withdrawn to a mountain line 12 miles north as allied observers anticipate further battles for Chunchon and Kaemon while forces shift to defend the capital.
Fragmented dispatch lists killed and wounded from multiple units including Austrian regiments and colonial forces. Names such as William Eislaw, Vincent Somapt Realy, and John Mur ray Church appear among casualties and wounded, with scattered references to locations like Morea and Suda and to officers including Capt. Bernmal Shelly and Lieut. John Murray Church.
The minister for work and local government, Mr Canal, said a likely supply minimum would be kept after Easter following a government inspection of coal stocks. Blinrone power reports limited checks from the railway valley awaiting further cabinet discussion on price and supply security.
A report discusses insurers paying out for a government policy after an aircraft accident near Newcastle last year. Mrs. McKenzie was initially told nothing could be drawn, but later received a cheque for premiums and interest. The debate centers on extending similar protection to servicemen and urging waivers on policies, with ministers considering underwriters’ decisions and taxation implications.
A fragmented report describes a chartered air voyage linked to a marriage arrangement near Darwin. Names and places read unclearly, with references to Claude Wy and local figures traveling to meet in a remote area, amid uncertain intentions and social context.
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