19 May 1955
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 19, 1955
Page
1
The article reports on remarks attributed to Mr. Dulles signaling a possible turning point in Western policy amid mounting crisis reports. It notes concerns about public morale, the need to strengthen unity, and the potential impact on humanity, with references to adaptation and future policy directions.
In a bold operation, Thunderjets and escort fighters refueled mid air above Guam for a critical mission. Australian and American air units demonstrated mobility and teamwork as pilots faced dangerous conditions, with tanker fuel transfer completed after tense aerial contact.
A cockpit incident reports one jet pilot bale out after mechanical failure and weather issues near Japan. The other pilot reportedly landed safely as air operations continued and the extent of damage remained unclear.
A hardly legible clipping notes a young railway worker awarded the George Medal for bravery. The brief mentions a past incident at age 17 involving an attempted rescue and an injury to a colleague, with unclear surrounding details.
The government moves to approve salary increases for Federal judges and senior Commonwealth public servants effective December 30. The debate centers on the Judges Remuneration Bill and related pay scales for the Auditor General, Commonwealth Railway Commissioner, Conciliation Commission, and high court officials.
The speech by Alan Fraser (Labour Palen Monaro) urges a national body to fund and plan a broad road system. Fraser argues the Commonwealth should provide guaranteed funds and a sustained program, citing defence and civilian needs. He criticizes current spending and urges state cooperation.
The Defense Department announced an underwater atomic weapon test was completed in the Eastern Pacific. The operation, described as a trial of a naval device, yielded no details or further statements on military results and was part of ongoing defense research.
A garbled dispatch describes a naval plane crash into a tunnel near a British air base and mentions other aircraft events. It references HMMS Eagle and a Wyvern formation exercise with unclear details and dates.
Widespread storms bring gales and heavy snow across eastern Australia. Reports describe treacherous winds, drifting snow, and disrupted travel as regions struggle to cope with severe winter conditions. Authorities warn residents to stay indoors and heed emergency advisories while meteorologists track shifting fronts.
The former Labour Minister for Postwar Reconstruction, Mrs J J Dedmint, plans to compel the Royal Commission to reveal evidence given in private testimony. Calwell and other officials deny involvement with destructive aerospace claims and stress the commission will hear Mr Dedman in due course.
A bizarre early winter snowstorm struck Canberra yesterday, blanketing streets and vehicles. Residents reported whiteout conditions as winds whipped across the city, with reports of snow drifting from the north and brief visibility drops before clearing later in the day.
A partial text outlines a pact to reduce frontier armed forces and mentions leaders, ministries, and regions. The garbled OCR lacks clear dates or places but implies coordinated defense cuts and political negotiation involving multiple stakeholders.
The report describes a heated government meeting with back-benchers criticizing proceedings and a contentious debate on a bill. Amid the parliamentary friction, adjournment was sought as ministers argued over policy details and governance. A separate note mentions a cricketer from the West Indies facing charges in London.
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