22 May 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 22, 1952
Page
1
Reports from Koje Island detail unrest among Korean War prisoners allied with Communist factions. British and Australian observers note clashes, beatings, and measures by camp authorities as talks on repatriation and peace continue amid heightened tensions.
Fragmentary text discusses the Committee for Peace in the Pacific, Evatt denying involvement in committee management or motivation. Mentions Mr Eval as president of a peace committee and opposition to a pacific treaty, with references to Brunner and the Country Party.
Forty rebels from two government parties challenged central control during a parliamentary session. Leaders including Dr Cameron Lin and several Liberal members voiced support for free speech while the executive council rebuked the rebellion. The debate continued as ministers urged discipline and obedience to ministerial directions.
The former Australian treasurer cautioned that luxury consumption was rising at an alarming pace. He cited increases in clothing per person, butter and meat consumption, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, ice cream, and other items, noting significant spending and price trends across sectors.
Worded notice reports the death of Mrs Conntane Whyte mother of Str. W. Farmer Whyte, a Canberra journalist, who died at sea near Sydney. The obituary notes she was 100 on March SW and that the funeral proceeded at Neutral Crematorium with family and friends in attendance.
A damaged OCR image shows a formal photographed scene at Government House with figures including Air Willem MacKell and Sir J. A. Martens. Several military and ceremonial titles appear, but many names are garbled, limiting precise identification of individuals and roles.
The Natal debate in SAPETOWN concerns secession if a new Union Bill becomes law. Senator Nicholls warns Natal will not accept the Union and moves to delay the bill for months. The High Court Bill’s passage could trigger a coup, with elections jeopardized.
Government defends plan to utilize island inhabitants in defense. Defence Minister McBride announced action in Representatives to enable natives to contribute to the island territories. Details about division and volunteer militia programs were outlined, with specifics unclear due to damaged text.
A 1949 Bathurst Royal Hotel function draws police attention amid allegations of gambling and disorder. Former inspector Keogh testifies the event caused public disapproval and prompted licensing actions with police oversight.
Reporting on the Australian position amid Pacific security discussions, officials hint at collaboration with Britain and the United States. The debate centers on defence output, pacific council activities, and Australia's economic constraints influencing strategic decisions.
The Auditor General urged tighter travel authorization and supervision in public service travel. He cited rising expenditures and proposed staffing and rate increases as justification, noting travel costs have grown despite salary and duty-pay trends.
Paris authorities report a Piney loan approval amid unclear details. Text appears garbled with references to dates, values, and linked entities, obscuring concrete amounts or terms. Police or financial officials have not released full documentation to clarify the agreement.
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