22 Mar 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 22, 1952
Page
1
Communist truce negotiators discuss areas for neutral inspection as war demobilization moves eyed. An Allied staff officer predicts a speedy agreement on inspection sites amid related diplomatic exchanges and UN discussions in New York.
Fragmentary report from Washington cites Admiral Ruthie Tabby in urging patience amid confusion over Korea and China. The piece notes ongoing U.S. decisions, political pressure, and referenced military plans, with limited clear details due to broken text.
Reuters reports the South African government plans to use legislation to bypass the courts after Prime Minister Malan’s statement to Parliament. The move targets the representation of colored voters and the power of the judiciary, stirring international concern.
The Prime Minister of Cryton, Ponklenen Benaneyake, was injured when thrown from a bolting horse while riding home. A medical bulletin says injuries include broken ribs and facial injuries. Benaneyake remains hospitalized and stable. The horseman Khahayaxe, who rode with him, reports the horse suddenly bolted twice before the fall occurred.
Fragmented coverage notes President Eisenhower's possible May return to campaign work as Republican support shifts. Reports quote Frank McKnney and others on timing, with polls showing mixed momentum, and implications for Truman-era rivals and party unity amid ongoing speculation.
In Melbourne reports Britain plans temporary deployment of the carrier Vengeance from the Royal Navy to Australia. The ship, to reach Sydney soon, will operate in Western waters under Captain HM Barret RAS. Officials discuss a broader Allied response and coordination with Australian authorities amid ongoing global tensions.
The Commonwealth government outlines a two year drive to lift wheat production to about 309 million bushels, 140 million above the current 1951-52 harvest, with incentives and policy moves to push farmers toward higher yields and broader market participation. Government aims include increased financing, price support, and research efforts to meet the national objective, while some industry voices advocate avoiding entrenchment in international wheat agreements.
Wheat growers demand a 1G point incentive plan including price ceilings and lifting four price ceilings under the LWA. The plan, drafted by Secretary Mr Batt, seeks better pricing for wheat sold domestically for flour stock and other uses. It also proposes tax concessions, depreciation allowances, and exemptions on primary grade exports, with funding from the Commonwealth Government and grower distributions.
Friday report outlines extended inquiry terms for commission expiry. It notes an exception to standard terms affecting the director, Lieutenant General John Northern, and mentions Tuesday as a key date in the extended review.
Fragmentary text recounts a Friday London scene with references to a queen, Marlboroigh Bouxe, and a Bowager Queen. Details are unclear. readable names include Landon and a street or location called Laine, with mentions of a drive and war context. The fragment lacks coherent facts.
A fragmented report from Malaya describes a deadly assault by a gang named Sucortilla near Kuala Lumpur. Police, including officers Pale Loon and others, pursued suspects after the October murder of Sir Henry Gorney, former High Commissioner, with clashes reported along a road near Bir Manny Gurney. The incident follows renewed violence as authorities outline security measures and note civilian casualties and ongoing inquiries.
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