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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 02, 1950

Page

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Key Australian unions weigh anti Communist legislation stance

Sydney reports Australia's major unions including the Miners' Federation Waterside Workers' Federation Australian Workers' Union and the Electrical Trades Union are considering policy toward anti Communist legislation. The discussion signals a unified approach among labor groups on this political issue.

Sydney Australia The Miners’ Federation Waterside Workers’ Federation Australian Workers’ Union Electrical Trades Union

Submarine Policy Sparks Australian Union Action

A chaotic report outlines union leaders and government figures debating anti-Communist policy amid wartime labor tensions. Key officials from Watersiders and the AWL criticize Communist influence and push for government-backed legislation, with meetings set in Ayltney and Sydney to define union stance and potential industrial impact.

Royal Navy 1990 estimates stress submarine ship protection

The Royal Navy plans for 1990 51 foresee a major wartime role protecting shipping from submarine attack. Developments include advanced underwater breathing gear enabling longer submerged endurance and increasing striking power, plus plans for a varied underwater fleet and propulsion options such as hydrogen peroxide. A photograph shows a submarine with snorkel gear and submerged operations in the Channel, illustrating the era’s underwater capabilities.

Royal Navy Admiralty

Will Not Accept Amendments to Anti Communist Bill

Sydney report notes Prime Minister Mons replied firmly against amendments to a proposed anti communist bill. He argued the bill must stand on proof and principle, resisting changes that could weaken security measures. Opposition questions on evidence and potential political motives were addressed, with emphasis on maintaining constitutional safeguards.

Sydney Moniiny Monstress Menitien Perhapa Menice Brent Mum Fiom Menaien Jus Mensiee Bennetty Mengion

ALP Advisory Committee Defers Decision Amid Labour Party Talks

The Australian Labour Party advisory committee met yesterday in Canberra to discuss the Communist Party Dissolution Act and party program. Key figures including Lord Frampton and Senator McKenna attended as the executive prepared to frame legislation, while concerns about unity across Labour wings were emphasized and no firm action was taken pending broader input from Labour members.

Australian Labour Party Paty Dinsola- Haw Yeutor- Aay Nnn Ediapat Paetiae Menkiry Labour Party Ravels Asia Canberra Cancun Jae Lender Frattwary Ina Fentor McKenna A.lp ALP. Com Str P. Rennally Alec Beveral Ade My J. Stewart MLC NRW ACTA ACTAT Labour Wernondas

Russian Navy Superior In Vital Aspects Reported

Washington broadcast quotes US Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Farreat Shera saying the British Navy is not strong enough for Atlantic defense. He notes US carriers and atomic capabilities, claiming the Soviet and other fleets pose greater threats and that naval balance favors Russia in key areas.

Washington United States Farreat Shera North Atlantic

Rival May Day speeches across Berlin frontier

Reported disturbances in the Western sector included minor incidents as Western forces fortified Berlin against potential East German Communist attempts to stormWest Berlin transport hubs. Police mobilized 11,000 officers, while rival demonstrations and parades were planned by both Communist and non-Communist groups across Europe.

Berlin Communista Che Lreatta

Workers Return on London Docks

Britain’s export push resumes as the London docks end a strike. About 1,000 dockers stream back to work afterhaulharriers halted labor, signaling a general return to operations following the stoppage.

London Docks London Britain DorenMchtin Ehlers

Refuses to Hear Red Protest in London

The Australian Acting High Commissioner Mr Mehell refuses to meet a British Communist Party deputation seeking to press the Avatpation Government plan. The encounter was declined amid tensions over policy and protests in London.

London Mehell Brrth Communist Party

Russian Arms feature Moscow March muddled report

A fragmented Moscow Radio report cites General Chienko stating a May Day parade, with a monster air formation led by Kiest and others. The broadcast mentions arms blocs and the Raviet Union in vague terms amid a tense military display.

Moscow Moscow Radio Rariler Stalin Kiest Liew Veonill Mitalin Ritemenko Wala Yrarmongers Amerearive Raviet Binion People's Democracies Praverations Gener Raviet” Union

Japanese Reds Call for Early Peace Treaty Demonstration

A disjointed OCR fragment describes May Day protests by Japanese communists calling for an immediate peace treaty and end to preparations. It notes crowds in city streets with banners and police actions, mentioning a building incident and a political party launch.

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