10 May 1950
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 10, 1950
Page
1
In a heated session leaders discuss the fear of communism spreading within Australia. Mr Chifley and ministers debate government action, with concerns about subversive influence and the potential for public unrest.
Fragmented OCR notes show a heated parliament discussion led by Mr Chifley and Mr Mensing about new legislation. The dialogue contrasts government authority, individual rights, and potential punitive measures with references to opposition strategy and judicial processes.
Prime Minister Mr Menge introduced the Communist Party influence in Australian politics. Mr Blakes claimed about forty women in unions were used to show communist occupation. Mr Chifley and officials denied certain appointments. The discussion touched on Communist prominence, registration penalties, and party policy alignment with Labor.
Fragmented OCR text shows Princess Elizabeth departing for England amid crowd cheer. Mentions MALIA, Beta Fleet reference, and unclear names and events. readable parts confirm travel and departure context without clear dates or places.
Amid parliamentary discussion the government defends the onus of proof while opposing amiesiment to the con mun a party. Ministers insist the regulation must be effective and timely with Amendments likely debated as the opposition presses for changes.
London reports the United States will send immediate economic and military aid to Indochina after talks between Secretary of State Dean Acheson and French Foreign Minister Georges Bidault. The plan includes a joint American-British stance against communism and a proposed aid package to counter Chinese influence, with details on weaponry and potential strategic rotations in the region.
President Truman warned that U S choices in coming months would decide peace or war. He said a third world war could occur if the United States reneges on its Allies as Russia reneges on hers. The remarks were made during a public talk aboard a presidential train, urging continued unity and heavy military readiness.
The Tasmanian scene shows broad support for the Commonwealth Government’s reform bill. Prime Minister Sir Merion leads discussions as power factions gauge backing, while officials stress constitutional pathways and legislative timing amid varied opinions.
A Soviet delegate led a walkout during a Nat at the United Nations conference as Britain and France argued over the remit of the committee. The Kuomintang Group pressed for full inclusion of Communist China in the UN partnership, while other nations debated peers and expulsions.
The Federal Arbitration Court ruled against six metal workers unions challenging wage case exclusions. The decision cited that union members had forfeited rights by actions against employers and warned against undermining arbitration. Chief Judge Jumison and Judge Kelly emphasized protecting public interest and discouraging punitive, unlawful actions by union members. The six unions involved include Amalgamated Engineering Union, Australian Society of Engineers, Black Americana Ratisty, Boilermakers Society, Federated Ironworkers Association, and the Australian Metal Workers Union.
A chaotic OCR fragment discusses the Butrndes heel Metal Workers Union and ACTU actions. It mentions a court decision excluding certain trades, a large union membership, and plans for one-day or nationwide stoppages linked to wage and industrial dispute discussions.
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