13 Nov 1954
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1954
Page
1
A Sydney conference of unions ended the waterfront strike that had continued since November 2. Normal work will resume on the Australian waterfront next Monday. Delegates and officials of LO mari led to end the action, with government assurances and company talks continuing to conclude remaining issues.
A State official labeled threats against government as unacceptable while asserting resolve to maintain order. The interview referenced ongoing unrest and described the government’s steadfast position, condemning intimidation and pledging continuity of governance despite challenges.
Fragmented OCR text shows scattered words about wool trade and locations including Parke Penn and Van Ind. No clear events or identities emerge.
The bill moves through both Houses and is sent to the Governor for assent after standard readings and desked panes, with the minister indicating government pace remains steady. The process shows no rush or delay in the legislative procedure.
In a cryptic note a list of degrees conferred in absentia is reported. Maurjes Worsley and Milos Sime are named among recipients. The ceremony appears to have occurred at an Austrian natural university with references to PhD and related titles. The fragment mentions Regine and a November date with unclear affiliations.
London Friday reports a new crown emblem to replace the Tudor crown on post office boxes and stationery. A Palace spokesman confirms the change but says it is not an order and that there will be no unnecessary expense in the transition.
An American dispatch from the era reports a French observer warning of a Communist push toward Vietminh fronts. The piece notes U.S. Senate pressure and aims to widen support among Asian neutralists, with references to the State Department and interlude debates.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a political note about cabinet return in New Zealand with references to leaders and parties. The readable parts mention New Zealand and political terms while other phrases are garbled and unclear.
London officials announce further arrangements for Japanese consumer goods imports after December. The price agreement with Japan was set to expire but has been extended until March at the next deadline.
Reports say General Wilum and Chinese forces discuss or stage a plan involving inland posts and possible invasion. The account, sourced from Chen reports, notes nationalist defenses and Formosan ties as counter moves.
Archdeacon West died at Wagga after a long priestly career spanning Queanbeyan and Mir community service. He served eight years in the parish before moving to Wagga where he held a junior archdeacon post until 1993. A funeral in Whyga will be led by the bishop and clergy.
The Sidle ALP executive appointed Mr WT Colbourne as general secretary succeeding Mr C W Ander, who resigns after serving as secretary. Colbourne formerly led the executive and is noted for his prior presidency. Vanderson's retirement is acknowledged and thanked.
General Sir Charles Loewen, commander in chief of Far East land forces, will travel from Singapore to Melbourne this afternoon for Pacific defense talks. Australian Army head Lt General Sir Sydney Rowell said General Dewan and Britsh Commonwealth officers would discuss landing operations and Australia based work before returning to Singapore by November 22.
Leaders from CSIRO and Australian academies converge at University House Canberra for a series of advisory meetings. State Health Department and College of Medicine heads to attend next week, with further sessions pending among national health and medical bodies.
In unclear reports a royal couple appears set to make a public appearance with their child as part of a forthcoming celebration. The message mentions a birthday or event date and indicates involvement by parents, though details remain uncertain.
Idris Williams, head of the Miners' Federation, had his Australian passport refused by the Commonwealth Government amid policy grounds. He had planned a London flight to study coal conservation and oil prospects, saying negotiations continue and that he intended to travel on behalf of the federation. He aimed to tour England, France, and Italy to examine international welfare for workers.
Dr Evatt spoke at a November 30 gathering accusing outside interests of pushing for Labor Party control policies. An incident outside the meeting involved a confrontation with a man near the main door, followed by Evatt reentering and arguing, then returning to cheers from workers and federation officials.
Britain warned of grave consequences after recent raid on water border towns by 24 women with roses. Officials described the incident as a serious border disruption tied to Republican agitation.
A fragmentary notice reports a court motion filed on a local matter. Names and precise details are unreadable, but the piece references a scheduled session and related allegations or actions pending decision.
Fragmentary OCR text references Canberra and political action. It mentions a Thursday night event and a fall, with unclear names or places. Details are too garbled to identify specific persons or organizations.
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