29 May 1952
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 29, 1952
Page
1
A disputed contempt ruling centers on the Watersiders union after the Arbitration Court and High Court actions. Judges condemn noncompliance with court orders, with penalties and potential fines discussed as the case moves toward further scrutiny and possible adjustments.
The Australian Council of Trade Unions planned a high level meeting in Sydney to decide on post court decision actions. Officials from the interstate federation and federal secretary Peteroline spoke with leaders about future steps.
Amendments to the Atavedic Insaniry Act are reported to be drastic with expected impacts on attendance money and benefits for Waterboard Federation members. Lawmakers may push reforms before the House adjourns, while miners and water readers respond to proposed changes and federation funding.
A garbled report outlines a discussion at the Canberra University about language chairs and academic priorities. It mentions administrators, funding, and prospective reforms, with references to curricula and interpretation services affecting scholars and students.
The document pledges collective defense for Western Europe with NATO style commitments. It describes a European army of about 15000 front line troops across France Germany Italy and Benelux supported by air forces and joint command. It aims for a 12 division force plus integrated communications and civilian law oversight under Western alliance structures.
The Australian prime minister and delegation, including Mr Menzies, plan talks at The Hague with Dutch authorities on Dutch New Guinea policy. Attending will be the High Commissioner Sir Thomas White and other officials. a dinner with London officials and the Lord Mayor is noted. The discussions touch on import reductions and economic prospects for a postwar Utopia.
A wave of protests and martial law threats shake South Korea as striking workers clash with police. Detentions rise while President Rhee faces calls to curb opposition and suspend Assembly powers amid political turmoil.
The Aga Khan claimed his fifth Derby as Tulger (C amirke) led the field with notable speed at Epsom. Time Ik Piggott finished second aboard Sever The Aga Khan's entry, and Favouts (Doya) placed.
Pilgrims gather in Barcelona for the International Eucharistic Congress opening ceremonies the first since Budapest in 1938. Cardinal Prderico Tedewehi and Papal Legate lead the ceremony at the cathedral as crowds welcome the Hungarian primate and dignitaries on arrival by train under the Christopher Columbus statue.
An unclear London dispatch notes tension over China relations and a visit by an American envoy, with casual references to wartime anxieties and global trade. The fragmented text mentions May Day events and unnamed officials visiting China, suggesting rising concerns over international diplomacy and economic impact.
A garbled British era dispatch references European opalities and a mass movement of 47 million people from Germany and West Berlin. It notes loud claims against West German Chancellor Adenauer and the rise of a potential military dictatorship, amid broader Cold War fear and political maneuvering.
Fragmentary OCR text shows references to a group demanding increased energy and amending religious evictions, with mentions of Smith Lid Austn Co Ady Poole Bterl Ltd and European petenoe ceonman. Names and coherent facts are unclear due to damage.
Mexico City reports J. Brunnier of Man Wrancines chosen as president at the two day world wee neler organization convention. The event covers registration, voting, and a wide range of international business activities across 63 countries.
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