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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 10, 1951

Page

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Immense air strike targets red bases in Korea

United Nations warplanes carried the largest air assault of the Korean War against more than 100 grounded enemy jets airstrips and supply routes in the Sinuiju area across the Yalu River The raid disrupted main supply routes from Manchuria and involved hundreds of aircraft including Mustangs and Shooting Stars with ongoing sweep operations. No losses or damage reports were available immediately after the strike as reconnaissance followed.

RED Korea AAP Tokyo United Nations Sinuiju Yalu River Communate Manche Inn Basea Air Force Ania Niearipe Manchuria Baylindeite She Ecommuniet Roopa Baliots Mermania

Parallel Red Withdrawals Shape Frontline Actions

The report notes parallel withdrawal movements by red forces behind lines, with Allied and Korean units contending near the border. It describes towns abandoned and small Communist pockets remaining, as Allied forces push and the UN waits for further action.

Ifenaire Bevul Tha Counciluniate U.N Axl Front Bouin

Fragmented OCR Text About Named Entities

A garbled OCR passage mentions names like Taylor and Manion with unclear context. It seems to reference a boat, a person named Vieete or Vieette, and phrases about a stage and losses. The readable content is too incomplete to determine a clear news event or proper summary.

Reds Claim U N Casualties From War Report

A wartime broadcast lists U N casualties and Allied losses amid claims by the Reds. It cites totals including 20 702 units killed wounded and missing, with 3 007 Allied killed and 5 880 Americans among the dead, plus 10 060 South Koreans and other figures. The report claims Allied planes shot down 81 and destroyed 7A bank.

Toxxa Wea Leking Todey Aaid Unita Keeerh Brandonat Pelioner 7A Bank

Persia Rejects Arbitration in Anglobritain Nationalization Clash

Persian Prime Minister Mohamad Mosaddegh declares nationalization of strategic industries as sovereign, rejects international arbitration. He states that any global agreement cannot impede Iran's ownership, amid pressures from Britain and Anglo-Iranian Oil Company.

Teheran Wednyaday Fan Br. Berbert Morrison Gomi Sapute 10 International Court Mossadeg Imminia Britain el Company Mosmadey

Readiness cited by Mr White in Melbourne defense briefing

Fragmentary report from Melbourne quotes Mr White urging readiness as the Prime Minister and Air Minister discuss wartime posture. Mentions Admiral Kinkaid and U.S. forces, with unclear references to policy shifts and air force strength.

Melbourne AAR Air Whyte Beinbune Perterday Kinkaid Admiral Kinkaid Whute

Watersiders Strike at Cairns

Watersiders at Cairns stage a strike causing disruption as workers refuse shifts until demands met. Reports say BB union members demand time for a meeting and a credit to settle a dispute amid limited progress toward talks.

Urisband Watersidera Cairns

Mr White Named High Commissioner in London

Reports say Mr White will become High Commissioner in London succeeding Mr Harrison. The former Trade and Civil Aviation minister and veteran parliamentarian is praised as a pioneer of defence and foreign affairs, with an expected role in shaping Australia’s post war foreign policy.

Mr. White London Ee Wu Agia Menzies Nua White Will Steomd

New Cabinet Talks Stir Tasmania and NSW Politics

An Australian cabinet reshuffle probes vacancies in New South Wales and Tasmania. The report names Mr Townley as a potential cabinet inclusion while discussing Senate leadership, party balances, and the selection of a new President of the Senate amid Liberal and Labor maneuvering.

New South Wales Spender McLeay Waah Osborne Seana Wrebers Wert Austratia Bon Ate Paul Hixsiuck Gig Tuas Yenlonlay Pws Furl Somalor McLeny Cavinet Sable Sue Pirleio Benate Bente Menalen Aaalgu Liberal Party Senate Benator McLeay Beniton G'Bullivan Amparnyavesaperal Tve Xemerday Intentio Srommyaady Suestor Mutany Hk Hin Fe Rheee Oyu Feaghla

Truman calls controls essential to stop inflation

The president argues price and wage controls are needed to curb inflation and fuel shortages. He warns Soviet pressure and wartime spending threaten recovery and urges expanded production to restore money for consumer needs.

Truman Washington

Higher Freights to Colombo Announced by Shipowners

Shipowners association spokesman Mr. W. Lee announces increased freight rates to Colombo due to port congestion and rising voyage costs. A surcharge of 10 percent will apply, plus a further 0 percent on cargo in specific trades, with rates remaining in effect until the port conditions improve.

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Parliament to Open on June 13 With Grand Ceremonies

The parliament is announced to open on June 13 with pomp and ceremony. Governor General Figee will oversee the opening in King's Hall, Parliament Hall, followed by a state banquet. The session will begin with the Governor General's speech and address to the throne.

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United Nations Pushes for Immediate Cease Fire Amid Middle East Tensions

The United Nations demanded a cease fire and urged compliance with the UN Charter and the 1948 armistice framework. Nations called on Israel and Syria to withdraw troops and halt hostilities, as Arab League discussions resumed and reports of Syrian shelling near the Turkish border emerged.

Council Yesterd Biates France Turkey

Marshall cites warnings in Korea to MacArthur

Marshall says General MacArthur received warnings about operations in Korea. He claims Soviet military plans influenced Korean war decisions and that Navy actions near the China coast and beyond were coordinated with broader strategic aims.

Marshall Korea MacArthur Washington Iberia Defence Mr. Marshall Omsgmll Marstail StusArihur Ndeen Keres Koree Ores China North Sea Mureiall Arthur Herbin Croup

Marshall warns UN forces face prolonged Korea war

Marshall says a UN victory in Korea is unlikely in the near term and stresses a prolonged struggle against Communist forces. He argues strong morale must be maintained among troops and warns against widening the conflict or seeking an all out war with China.

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Hollywood Triangle: Two Attempted Personal Crisis Reports

Two individuals in Hollywood Triangle were involved in a reported personal crisis incident. The article mentions a 33 year old woman named Joan, a 30 year old Arlene, and a family linked to a marriage, with several children present during the event. Injuries were described as critical following an explosion that night, and investigators noted the incident occurred near a family residence.

Tilshaie Joan Bie Cuswarts Ma Astor Mise Astor Ana Troman Wheelek Canaria Arlene Antari Daughler Annya Rok

British Film Awards Highlight Year’s Leading Performances

London honors recognize Anni Nangle for best supporting role and Ale Guinhnan Wax for best actor. The ceremony lauds Minn Neagle and others for standout screen work amid a crowded field of notable performances.

London Wermwaday Anni Nangle SPO An Bec Abe Haw Ale Guinhnan Wax Minn Neagle Rerturraman

Unclear OCR Item on Thailand Payments and Grants

Fragmented text describes Thailand related payments and compensation figures, mentioning government and international figures. Several proper names and numbers are garbled, hindering precise details. Summarized from the readable bits, the item notes compensation or allowances and references to government actions without clear dates or outcomes.

New York Official Guilty of Perjury

A New York City water commissioner was found guilty of perjury in a court tied to a corruption case. The jury convicted the official amid a broader probe into municipal contracts and alleged kickbacks involving colleagues and associates.

Murda Louis Wat

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