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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 15, 1951
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text describing military patrol activity in Korea with unclear details and many garbled terms. It mentions Allied patrols near boats and contact avoidance, references to communities and forces, and scattered place names, but lacks coherent events or dates.
Reported plans say Britian France and the United States military chiefs will meet in Singapore to discuss purely military matters with no political agenda. The proposed Pacific Pact is not on the agenda and key figures will not attend. Observers foresee a discussion on Allied armed forces in Asia and potential United Nations actions.
The Australian balance of payments shows improvement with export gains in the United States and Canada and a rise in imports from the Yankee area. Reinforcement plans for Korea are announced with up to 2000 troops to be deployed, amid ministerial statements on recruiting and taxation amendments.
An election review cites forecast by Holt showing the government needing 11 percent more votes to win six Senate seats, while Labour would require 15 percent to reach quotas. It notes 27,000 votes as a past measure and contrasts with 62,000 votes today, reflecting shifting support and ballot dynamics in New South Wales.
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The article reports the Australian Government considering cautious sanctions on Red China tied to Korea and war efforts. External Affairs Minister Casey notes restrictions target military or dual use materials while peace trade remains mostly unaffected. UN adoption would close loopholes via allied nations aiding North Korea.
A rubber shipment left Saturday for China was seized by the British authorities amid a notice that rubber exports to China would be halted this year. The President of the Board of Trade, Sir Hartley Withers, told Parliament that China’s rubber needs could be met within current supply efforts and that the government aims to curb further exports.
A report from Sydney states human bones were found on the banks of Capal Banks near Botany Bay this morning. Police have forwarded details to the Police Department for investigation.
Canberra confirms a change in Jubilee Week plans with Parliament rescheduled to meet on June 12. The ACT Celebrations Committee lists events including ABC broadcasts and a Sunday Art Parade, with cadet displays and a Canberra Ball at Parliament House planned.
Thailand government approves conversion of Suddnint temples into clinics and dispensaries to combat yews. Temples remain open for worship and serve as ward headquarters for medical unions. Census data show progress halted at 14 000 of 300 000 chosen.
The Central Council of the Mineral Federation discussed the Gallagher attendance allowance and mining disputes in New Zealand. Mr MacCaugan reported on support for miners, with talks on pay for 10 shifts and potential further meetings to decide on strike actions.
A new port union in Wellington boosts expectations for resumption of work on the Wellington waterfront. Government officials and labour leaders discuss registration, potential penalties, and the need for international cooperation to stabilize naval and port operations amid strikes and shortages.
Auckland lawyer Vincent Meredith reported weekend threats after the deregistered Wateraiders' Union case. He and his wife received hostile calls with explicit warnings. Meredith believed two men issued the threats and said his home was in danger, while authorities pursued information under emergency Public Trustee regulations.
Fragmented OCR text describes fears of trouble in Australia amid debates on colonial and federal powers. Mentions ministers and declarations, with references to New Zealand and Mount Gravatt, along with calls for a referendum if powers are not granted.
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