26 Mar 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 26, 1952
Page
1
The Victorian Country Party weighs its stance on the Federal Government and possible join or oppose a breakaway faction. Internal divisions surface as leaders debate continuing support or separation amid federal political tensions.
The Western powers press for clear postwar guarantees on Germany’s demilitarization and occupation terms. They seek a unified German state under allied supervision, with a plan for a native commission in the Eastern Zone, while demanding safeguards against Nazi influence and a role for Germany in a future European security framework.
A complete overtime ban on air lave electricity was approved by members of the Anne Tainted Epitome Union at Fultourn. The decision comes as Melbourne faces ongoing labor tensions and seeks to reform workplace rules.
Washington reports large Communist Party membership with leaders under police pressure. Hoover testified before Congress detailing infiltration in labor groups and industry, noting declines but continued penetration in New York and key industrial regions. He warned of espionage risk and covert small-group meetings to evade detection.
A disrupted debate in the House of Commons centers on an article attributed to the Communist controlled Watoraida Workers Federation. Thomas accuses the article of misusing Royal Navy authority to bolster a political stance while Young defends his right to speak and write freely within public life.
An American financial observer in New York reports possible World Bank funds for Australia. The discussion notes a significant loan figure, with estimates around 280 million dollars, and mentions expected annual maintenance costs linked to machinery, transport, and mining equipment. The report hints at broader economic implications.
Orrin LONDON reports Britain's world epidemic of foot and mouth disease has extended from the Mane Comat to Southern Tingland. Since November, more than 120 outbreaks have occurred and about 12,000 head at Hventock have been slaughtered to curb the disease.
Rome reports ongoing Italian riots linked to Trieste tensions as demonstrators surge toward the Viminale Palace. Police clash with crowds, about 50 students detained, roughly 2,000 protesters chant World War II era slogans and threaten a petition to the Government. An Italian diplomat sought a Commons hearing to condemn alleged civil violence in Trieste.
United Nations negotiators today made a firm step toward resolving the prisoner of war issue amid a news blackout. A UN Command spokesman said the move aimed at clarifying the exchange problem and pledged continued briefings as talks adjourned until tomorrow. Britain supports an impartial investigation into charges of germ warfare in Korea, with Eden urging action and British officials stressing the need for agreed terms.
Australia posted a deficit of 144,685,000 pounds with Britain for the six months to December, about seven times the prior year and four times 1950/53 levels. Imports surged while exports fell, with the Acting Commonwealth Statistician noting sharp drops in various export items and a substantial rise in imports from the United Kingdom.
The Minister for Customs warned importers to comply with the government’s import restrictions. He said a lenient view will not be taken in cases where goods could have been stopped or diverted within Australia. Unpaid shipments and nonpayment issues may be seized, and officials have not established civil liability.
Reported milk price increases in Sydney with the approval of health authorities. The Minister for Health and the pricing board consider new higher rates, planning a shift to a penny-based system and adjusting pint and half-penny charges for dairy products.
Amid mounting calls for a nationwide withdrawal from racial policy and reaction to a court decision, Dr. Malan plans to address Cape Town as Pretoria braces for protests. Police deploy reinforcements as clashes erupt near the city center and at church squares. protesters and reporters clash while Bomb threats and arrests accompany the unrest.
A large Rimneriey rally denounced the government as reckless and dishonest, claiming plans to subvert the Constitution and undermine the National Party. Speakers accused the Opposition United Party of reviving attacks on imperial authority, while calls pressed for decisive parliamentary action and judicial independence amid a constitutional crisis.
Abglbomni Tuesday. Ataty Cabinet rebuked Judge Stretton for six remarks on the Watwonie emergency houring camp. Judge Breatton warned of action against a housebreaker if the state did nothing to aid families at Wataoma. Cabinet ministers said no further action would be sought at aide Btreton.
A disrupted conference sees employers refuse to concede to compulsory arbitration for industrial disputes. unions press for a swift end to strikes while management resists, signaling no early settlement and a tense stand amid tensions.
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