19 Mar 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 19, 1951
Page
1
The report outlines Premier McKell declaring a double dissolution of the Nineteenth Commonwealth Parliament. It notes plans to seek broad constitutional authority to extend industrial powers, details on timing for dissolution, nominations, and anticipated parliamentary siting. The piece also covers party dynamics, Labor confidence, and campaign plans ahead of by-elections and general contests across states.
A state of emergency was proclaimed in Albania after authorities uncovered a plot to overthrow the Communist regime and attempts to liquidate the Russian diplomatic and military mission.
Western delegates argued over German demilitarization and the Soviet agenda. M Gromyko's stance, potential Moscow decisions, and possible divergence among Britain and the United States shaped the discussion. The meeting aimed to resolve allied positions before a foreign ministers session.
Churchill declares a general election in Britain amid wartime strain. He accuses Attlee of nationalising steel harming cooperation with Parliament and urges voters to decide the nation’s path, warning that government policy risks new conflicts and prolonged wartime tensions.
Reported talks involve UN, British and French representatives with members of the United Nations Good Offices committee. Agreement on a cease fire and concessions precede any political conference per U N criticism.
Frontline dispatches report American and Allied forces edging toward a parallel front north and west of Mongchon as troops push toward Shungebon. The Red Army and Allied air forces pound the Korean combat zone while General MacArthur surveys from the front.
Army censors announced they have begun stricter review of war dispatches from Korea to curb information that could aid the enemy. They said even small details about patrols, ammunition, or unit locations could be of prime importance and would be withheld to prevent revealing Allied plans.
Tokyo reports quote Lieutenant General Birr Horace regarding British forces under UN command. He asserts there were purely tactical reasons for movements near the 38th parallel and suggests Chinese actions may have been influenced, with political aides noting potential shifts. He indicates British detachments remained allied with MacArthur’s command and cautions on further Chinese responses.
Rumors swirl that General Eisenhower would be recalled from service to run for president in 1952 as Truman allegedly made a deal. Brigadier General C. Lanham denied any authorization or knowledge of political plans. The exchange centers on possible presidential contenders during wartime.
A report from Genoa describes an Irishman who ran from a mortuary at Jonew Hospital after an apparent collapse. Doctors stated the man was unconscious and appeared dead, then he moved and escaped attention before being recaptured by staff.
Madrid dispatch reports British diplomats favor permitting Spain into the Atlantic Pact amid concerns over Soviet influence and the Franco regime. The discussion follows earlier American pressures and ongoing political instability in Barcelona, with Britain wary of risking security guarantees.
A fragmented report notes discussions among nations not in the United Nations about broader cooperation. References to common ground with nonaligned states and ideas for a neutral framework appear amid mentions of economic blocs and regional alignments.
Police conducted raids in New York and the capital region last night targeting drug operations. Authorities reported numerous arrests as they disrupted networks selling narcotics to youths and adults, signaling a broad crackdown on organized drug activity.
Report from an Arabic weekly notes several Parliament members seek to nationalise the Suez Canal Company's property in Egypt. The move aims to transfer ownership as a sign of asserting state control on the 99 year concession.
Britain plans to produce a new atomic bomb without U S aid, with a nuclear pile for power and weapon use. January saw large scale plutonium production, while French diplomats welcomed Britain’s move as a peace effort. U S officials and Congress reacted with concern, and British tests may seek permission to test on Nevada grounds.
An article reports Britain seeking permission to test nuclear devices at Nevada tests in the United States. Officials discuss shared data, potential cooperation, and legalities under the Atomic Energy Act. The piece notes congressional and U.S. administrative positions on allowing Britain access to test sites and exchange of information.
A garbled report discusses European attacks and U S policy, quoting McMahon on foreign policy and fears of a broader war. It references arms, tanks, and the idea of constructive alternatives, plus mentions slavery and bondage imagery amid geopolitical tensions.
An unusual report outlines a diamond found on the Orange River and notes a dramatic reaction at the river mouth. The tale mentions a named company and a local guide, with details about the event and surrounding speculation.
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