21 Nov 1950
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 21, 1950
Page
1
Seventh Division units reached within two miles of the Manchurian border amid darkness. Tanks led the advance with air and supply drops continuing. Reports say enemy resistance is light in this sector but stronger elsewhere as UN forces press toward the border.
France may back German divisions in a European army program widely debated in parliament. Aimed at unity among Western European nations, the move faces invitations, statements, and anticipated votes across member states as assemblies prepare for formal decisions on a collective European defense force.
Canberra Community Hospital halves visiting hours due to staff shortages and ward restrictions. Only two visitors per patient per day will be allowed, with women and children restricted to specific blocks and evening hours limited. Morale measures and patient safety concerns drive the changes across the Commonwealth trumeing region.
Melbourne hear ing may affect a rail strike as Victorian railway workers consider demands. The committee plans a seven day ultimatum to the Victorian government, with a mass meeting called to decide on Wednesday action.
A fragmentary report notes a non communist peace movement at Warsaw, styled Peace Congress, associated with Communist opposition, with unclear names and dates. The item references a peace initiative, alleged alliances, and reactions, but lacks full details due to damaged OCR.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a minister in London, relations with Buckingham Palace, and a potential return to duties. Political tone hints at high office and royal links but many words are garbled, limiting precise reconstruction.
Sydney port remains idle with over 60 ships halted and more than 6,000 waterside workers off duty. About 50 workers suspended for three days for refusing overtime amid wage talks, with union officials warning of further action and possible wider disruption if demands are not met.
Commonwealth Jubilee events will be hosted across Australia with visitors led by Lieut General WA Berryman. Notable performers include Marjorie Lawrence and George Tubives Bail among others. The Australian Broadcasting Council engaged artists for special jubilee concerts and broadcasts nationwide.
A parliamentary inquiry examined whether Mr Dedman had authority to use a Commonwealth car for Represen tative duties and travel linked to the Repatriation Department. Witnesses argued over authority with references to ministerial approval and regional commission powers.
An unclear OCR style note mentions India and China over their boundary, including mentions of the McMahon line and potential treaty terms. It references political actors and a debate about border claims, with fragments suggesting a map and boundary discussions. specifics are obscured.
In Canberra the Building Workers union faces arbitration outcomes after a protest over registration, with 1000 trade workers affected. The dispute centers on wages, arbitration access, and the scope of the Arbitration Court Act as amended for Canberra.
The Advisory Council met as Meg Brawr described retirement and alleged ramifications in Canberra's meat industry. Mr Fraser argued improvements could affect saving, delivery and pricing, noting beef above a certain age and motion were under price control while veal lamb and digestments were not.
Fraser reports that mythical beasts were never slaughtered or delivered to retail as claimed. Daily carcases and delivery dockets show meat prices and payments burden wholesalers and butchers, with official slaughter charges listed for cattle and sheep at Canberra markets.
A late night clash as troops attacked central command posts near Birganj and Rajmahal, ending the parallel government and isolating insurgent bases. Reports place provisional leadership disrupted, with forces moving toward Arwanipur where resistance remains entrenched.
An Australian church gathering at Sydney Town Hall discusses church union terms. Archbishop Fisher cites caution while Dr. Planer of the believed church council stresses unity. speakers stress freedom and global church voices in world affairs.
The Lord Mayor and aldermen attended a reception featuring the Premier, Minister for Water, and Commonwealth representatives. Officials praised ongoing welfare and city ties, with guests from allied governments and local citizens present.
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