23 May 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 23, 1952
Page
1
Fragmented OCR notes discuss a measure to add judges, limit bench seats, and reorganize court terms. It mentions the state assembly, court appeal structure, and a proposal for a method to review decisions, with references to declarations and commissions.
fragmented OCR text discusses Cardinal Principles in industrial machinery and wage standards. It outlines court roles in arbitration and appeals, suggesting a Full Court with multiple judges, conciliation steps, and limits on delays. It mentions industrial commissions, eligibility, and procedural scope within a reform framework.
The Government contends that the Attorneys-General should have the right to intervene in public amendments and industry disputes. It argues intervention is proper to address failures in the present arbitration system affecting the coal and water power sectors and the broader industrial landscape.
Employers led by Douglas Jess claim the Awetratinn Coumelt of Ei jlayela Redoation centralizes wage policy while Bla urgent station disputes federal authority. The Court weighs whether local wage payments affect national actions, with amendments under review and potential shifts in government coordination.
Plans for a national library project amounting to about 1.3 million pounds were revised. The scheme includes four buildings with units for exhibition, reference and lending, plus storage and reserve areas. Officials discussed site at King’s Avenue and anticipated construction details and funding steps.
Fragmented OCR text shows VII Thussey Wasi German Chancellor Dr Adensear and Allied leaders disputing terms of postwar peace contracts. Mentions Fox German Premier De inane and ongoing holdups affecting negotiations.
Fragmented text recalls Mand and York voters in early presidential era. Mentions Abraham Lincoln’s first term and wartime measures. References General Warren and postwar provisions for public works, cafeterias, theatres, and unit formations amid Reconstruction era questions.
A report from Adelaide details a riot at a South Australia prison where 180 inmates were involved. Authorities withheld injuries numbers, two guards were hospitalized, and security measures followed a prior disturbance amid overcrowded conditions. Police and guards used water cannon and shot, with reinforcements aiding efforts to quell the unrest.
Reports from Koje Island say General van Heat indicates Koje Camp will be under complete control soon with 90,000 Communist captives. United Nations and opposing voices exchange demands as casualties and alleged prisoner abuses surface. Uncertainty surrounds negotiations on prisoner repatriation and relief funds.
The new provisional tax plan ties payments to prior year income with self assessment by taxpayers. It introduces a 20 percent depreciation allowance for special capital items and structural improvements for agricultural and pastoral use, plus rules to adjust and collect provisional tax based on estimated income, with penalties and safeguards against underpayment.
In a dramatic House exchange Speaker Cameron announced vacancies for four Under-Secretaries, saying their posts were unconstitutional. The Acting Prime Minister, Arthur Faden, stated the government would assume new responsibility, while ministers argued the matter involves constitutional interpretation and potential parliamentary action. The dispute centers on whether Under-Secretaries can be declared vacant and who holds authority over such appointments and salaries.
A trainee pilot died after the aircraft struck a tree near Geelong. The plané was described as plunging after impact with engine separation noted. The incident prompted initial inquiries and potential insurance discussions amid ongoing proceedings.
Police captured three men after a daytime armed hold up in the Sydney area. The suspects fled by car toward the bridge, collided with toll officers, and were overpowered when Constables Oliver and Griffiths, aided by others, pursued them to Broad Street. They were taken to the police station with the vehicle seized.
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