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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 09, 1952
Page
1
Delegates at the Korean truce talks met again amid a near collapse as a fierce propaganda tirade was launched by negotiators. The United Nations envoy stressed clear positions, while Washington sources noted no consensus on future actions if talks fail.
In Korea and Tokyo reports, generals Ridgway and allied leaders face unsettled choices as senior officials discuss possible actions. Debates center on diplomatic constraints, offensive options, and the risk of escalation amid conflicting signals from Washington.
The article reports Western reluctance to abandon the UN command stance on repatriation of prisoners of war in Korea. Canada New Zealand and the United States support firm UN policy. Truman Ridgeway statements back a whole proposal for a unified approach to Korea.
A disjointed excerpt notes discussions on global economic strategy, mentioning Canada, Britain, Australia, and North America. It highlights a widening disparity between American and European markets and hints at coordinated reforms to address financial challenges in the West.
A wartime debate probes Soviet intentions and the fate of prisoners of war. Key figures include U S and British officials discussing repatriation, international mediation, and possible Red Cross involvement amid pressure from the United Nations.
Fragmentary report describes labor leaders and officials discussing a strike ending plan. Mentions A Knight of the Worker's International, wage increases deemed possible, and disruptions to supplies at service stations, with reference to Britain and civilian aspects. Possible waterday timing remains unclear.
In a Commons session, Colonial Secretary Lyttleton acknowledged decapitation of bandit bodies by trackers after ambushes in Malaya. Labour MP Anchoryp cited a Daily Worker photo of a severed head, while RAF and police officials argued against decapitation for identification, favoring photographs and fingerprints.
The Full Bench of the Arbitration Court ruled the overtime ban by the Waterside Workers Federation in force nationwide since April violated the award. The court found the federation breached the award and upheld Mr Justice Kirby's order. The decision directs compliance with the award terms amid union protests and calls for a marginal increase.
The alrokr handicap competition at Royal Canberra yesterday produced a Dem win in A-grade. A-grade winner Reyel Camberra Aaseadates and B-grade top finishers included Mew Kors.
Trevor King, 22, the longtime crippled boxer, defeated his rival in a tense match. He spoke of months bedridden and a strict vegetarian diet after reading memoirs on endurance. The bout featured swift punches and clinches as King secured victory.
A Sydney tram collision injured twenty people today near Randwick and Randwick Hospital. Ambulances rushed fourteen to Vincent's Hospital, with eight others treated on scene. The front tram halted after the impact with the rear tram following and power line damage noted.
Detectives prepare to interview the train crew and witnesses as an inquest nears. Officials focus on signaling and a possible switch error that may explain the deadly crash and injuries.
An OCR fragment hints at a warning about nerve shorts and a Riverina destruction by unknown actors. Names and details are garbled, with mentions of van Kiven and Myerwen and an incident affecting a native group at sea.
The Prime Minister Me Mensien proposed to open an inquiry into leaks about Eastin and Sydney firm David Jones. Ward faced scrutiny over alleged credit letters linked to Jones and implied bias, while Mensien urged Ward to testify under oath and face cross examination.
In SYDNEY on Thursday a large group of about 12,000 textile workers pressed for full employment across Australian mills. The protest cited factory closures and calls for improved hours with several regions mentioned in the campaign.
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