24 May 1950
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 24, 1950
Page
1
The United States demanded immediate dissolution of the East German Police Force, arguing it functions as an army. In a Moscow note, the State Department said the 50,000-man force violates five Soviet agreements and notes protests by British, French, and American ambassadors.
Western powers led by Britain France and the United States protested the creation of an Asia Army under a people's police force in the Romanian zone, arguing it violates terms of postwar agreements. The move follows discussions at a London conference held last week.
A chaotic report from New Jersey describes rain affecting a weathering era event at Fort Leet across the Hudson with New York figures. Authorities seek a decisive move amid uncertain skies. A single amputation debate arises over daily rain allowances and safety concerns as spectators watch.
Report notes examination of Siamese twin daughters of Mand Bem at a hospital. The text records a specialist assessment and references joint medical context and potential future steps, with limited clear facts due to garbled source.
Diplomatic sources say Mr. Le arrived from the United Nations Secretary General to discuss a 20 year plan for ending the Cold War. He will meet Mr. Ernest and Mr. Lip, with plans for Western powers to resist a rapid relaxation as Moscow and Stalin allies loom.
Washington officials warn the Philippines faced worsening economic strain and Hukbalahap expansion. U S aid and tech assistance plans shift toward the West as concerns grow over Quirino's government.
Reports say 31 killed in blasts at a port facility with munitions exposure. Witnesses describe multiple explosions as authorities confirm dynamite and mine-related detonations tied to operation in Afghanistan. Affected area includes Fort and city port, with ongoing inquiry into blame.
In Brisbane the Minister for Health Sir Earle Page outlined a National Health Scheme emphasizing voluntary insurance with government aid to address gaps. He argued for a mixed model blending voluntary organizations with state support to improve access while controlling costs, and warned against unnecessary public administration expansion.
Seamen will halt work in protest against belated developments and government actions. The Australian Seamen's Union plans a 24 hour stoppage affecting ports and shipping, with leaders urging calm and government restraint to avoid wider industrial unrest.
Six metal trades unions with about 200000 members are before the Commonwealth Arbitration Court in Melbourne as the Metal Trades Employers Association seeks injunctions to stop overtime breaches under the Arbitration Act. The case, heard by the Poll Bench, will resume on May 30.
President Soekarno reiterated Indonesia's claim to West New Guinea and said it should join the Republic within the year. He invited world capital to develop the region on a non colonial basis and called for understanding from Australia and the Dutch.
The President in his annual address to the United Nations attacked Soviet expansion and pledged aid to Western nations while opposing Communist pressure. He warned that international actions must restrain aggression and defend free governments against Soviet influence.
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