11 Nov 1954
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 11, 1954
Page
1
Reports indicate ministers discuss an early settlement as waterside workers push for work before Christmas. Government plans consider approving perishable cargo funding and a staged return to work, with potential use of volunteers if unions delay.
West New Guinea status dominates discussion as Senator urges Australia to acquire the territory. Debates reference historical questions of sovereignty and potential regional impact, with mentions of leaders and opposition figures weighing the seize or settlement option.
In a London speech, Winston Churchill warned of uncertain times ahead and urged unity to secure material prosperity. He emphasized the need for collective effort as the nation enters a new era under the mayoral leadership, stressing cautious optimism and resolve for progress.
Rumors swirl as ACTU delegates weigh a settlement formula amid shipyard delays on the waterfront. Union leaders say talks could ease the standoff next week while workers prepare to unload Tasmanian freight and volunteer crews ship perishable cargo.
An incident near Queanbeyan left a fettler dead after a diesel train struck him while resting near the track. The victim, identified as Capomona, sustained severe head and arm injuries and died at Queanbeyan Hospital despite medical effort. The train halted at the scene as authorities investigated.
Sidney Sherlock, 44, and his mother, 70, of Rockedate Bherick, died in a drive to a National Park. A car left with the engine on and fuel nearly gone suggests a deliberate act to end their lives. Police report a possible death pact amid a car tent and a now empty petrol tank.
World famous pianist Yehudi Menuhin and Lindsay George Nicholas 38 divorced in Melbourne on grounds of adultery with Richard Hauser. Case cites marital misconduct and institutional involvement in the separation.
The Speaker Dr Caméron warned amid a protest by Dr Pollard Labour against government use of the guilloline. Opposition Leader Dr Avatt condemned the action as an attempt to curtail discussion of an urgent matter of importance.
Fragmentary report praises South Australia and Premier Playford for its development plans and future prosperity. Mentions a mine near Bevfeen Hill and general optimism about the state's progress in a broader Australian context.
East Sydney figure Mr. Ward leveled allegations against Vlasimir Petrov claiming illicit liquor imports for the Santee Exabaniy and sale in Australia. He pressed authorities to investigate and destroy the Espion yee Royal Commission’s credit if proven. The Minister for the Ary challenged Ward to supply concrete evidence of sales on the black market.
The United States weighs providing fighter escorts for American aircraft in the Pacific after a Soviet MIG jet shot down an American aircraft near Narita, Japan last Sunday. The move aims to prevent a repeat of that incident and protect air operations in the region.
Debated measures on the waterside bill moved toward inquiry and possible amendments. Government officials argued for arbitration and conciliation while parliament weighed shipowners and stevedoring interests amid calls for further inquiry and committee review.
Sir Ralph Richardson and his actress wife will tour Australia beginning in April with The Sleeping Prince and other works. The couple, famed for stage and screen, head a Briton troupe that will visit Perth first.
Arbegeeling reports in the House of Representatives that he was threatened to oppose a Government Stevedoring Industry Bill. He said two men claiming Waterside Workers Federation ties warned him of embarrassment in upcoming elections if he did not vote against the bill. One man was described as a CARE party member and the other a Communist Party member. neither displayed discourtesy.
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