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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 23, 1953

Page

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British stance on European Defence Community amid ratification

Diplomatic sources report Britain unlikely to pledge troops for a 50 year EDC, with Prime Minister and Foreign Office cautious on withdrawing divisions from Europe. France seeks a 50 year pledge to aid ratification, while Britain prefers consulting allied nations before any continental withdrawal.

London Swivtay Sprikeavitan Yeaterdive Britain European Defence Community Lanilon Europe Potalyn Burg Onlin Brtain Nat'hovel Assembly Brisin

Britain preps farewell tour as Queen heads to Australia

London crowds await the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh on television as they depart from London for a Commonwealth tour beginning with Australia. The royal party will travel aboard the giant Campus airliner for an extensive schedule with receptions and official duties abroad.

Britain Australia London Elizabeth Duke of Nberga Ia Sotner Norrow Duke of Easy Gove Baroneste Jon Rey Sime Ark Gresn Edinburgh Bermudee

Persian acquittal in murder case shocks observers

A chaotic trial timeline ends with all defendants cleared while prosecutors vow an appeal. The proceedings referenced high officials including Prime Minister Monahdeg and a contested diversion. Names and places are partially garbled but the outcome remains clear.

Teneran Tay Akshmiiyan Onire-Martil Tormar Monahdeg

Government to raise war pensions from October thirty nine

The Ministry of Social Services announced on Saturday that increases in allowances and war pensions will take effect from October 1939 and will be implemented through the Bank Services Department at an early date.

Min Toyntey Bnoik Services Department

Fog Grounded Skies Trigger Chain Car Crash Out of New York

Dense fog and smoke enveloped New York area yesterday disrupting flights and roads. Dozens of motor accidents followed a chain reaction on a major highway with thirty cars involved. many injuries reported and doctors treating numerous patients as the weather spreads inland.

New York Amoke Hase Sen Sero Wo Iit Weg

Ryde Lord Mayor Orders Inquiry Into City Council Affairs

The Lord Mayor of Ryde announces an inquiry into the affairs of the City Council. He says if anyone has imputations to make they may report to the Minister or Local Government for action. Alderman Hillas and A V Henry are noted, with Henry reportedly planning to move for an inquiry, though he did not attend a recent Labour meeting.

Jtrney Crios Catal Ryde Krowtman PD Rey Hilla A.V Henry

Montonie Opens Gwydik Campaign With Support From Foudens

The Prime Minister Montonie is set to open the Goyanysslection campaign on December 7 at the town patio in Tama. Arth Fouden backs Simmens as the two country party and one liberal alliance supports the governor.

Gwydik Montonie Goya

Unemployed Trieste protest targets stores and warehouse

In Trieste unemployed marchers raided a city restaurant and seized a warehouse belonging to an American organization, then moved to demand work. The demonstrators also targeted Catholic Belief Services property and blocked food shipments as they pressed for relief and jobs for 4,000 workers.

Trieste Tviene Gore Onlire Resturant sPeieate Pany Mass Urea Axen al| Weddes Artente Trey Triorte

Air speed record set at 1 427 mph by pilot Reeves Crossedolt

A garbled report claims a new air speed record of 1 427 miles per hour. It credits pilot Reeves Crossedolt with a record flight aboard a modified carrier, noting an extremely high speed and mentioning distance and equipment in unclear terms.

Lane Areer Pune Wight Ian Dottelan van Hot

Lat in America trade policy urged by Dr Ellanhower report

Dr Milton Ellanhower urged the United States to adopt a favorable Latin American trade poll to strengthen ties. His report, based on a goodwill tour of ten countries, recommended a comprehensive plan including a minimum revenue import quota and stockpile material policy to deter economic pressure during war.

Washington Sure Milton Ellanhower Narday Uni Latin America Eltenhower Dune Sully United Staten America Latin_America

Six Killed on New South Wales Roads

Sydney reports six deaths on New South Wales roads over the weekend. Among the victims were Mrs Dorothy Mitbel Jordan, 48, and Bery Ann Smith, 24, in Liverpool hospital after a car stalled on a crossing and was struck by a truck driven by Smith. Additional fatalities include Gordon Morris, Stuart Donald Oilties, and Jane Royce, with others injured. Police noted a car collision near the hospital and a train incident.

Sydney New South Wales Parsons Mantly Liverpool Dorothy Mitbe Jordan Bory Ann Brith Wevia Mauricemith Beryl Ann Smith Smith Gordon Wilfred Morris Bingieton Stewart Donald Oilties Colt East Wemp

Expert Says Stalin Policy Faces Continuation in Russia

The expert argues Soviet policy under Stalin continues in Malenkov era with unchanged internal and external aims. He notes Moscow seeks no real war but cannot afford true peace, while crisis areas like Germany remain unresolved and global postwar strategies persist.

Statin C._ te “Siisherier New York Chenee Stalin Malenkov Mowney

East Berlin to End Interzone Passes

East Germany will abolish the Interzone passes next Wednesday the Interlog adinistry announced. Western powers ab lished Interane pice on Ni or i Bub Reavediery fed 11 stn paanon to Kant der fran augthoridiee. Germans to West Germany would need a temporary residence permit from the authorities.

East Berlin Berlin East Germany Ersone Aston Baviel West Germany Germany

Forest Fires Rage Across Dorrico Area and Surroundings

Fire outbreaks scorch over 4 000 acres of forest country in the Dorrico region last night after prior suppression efforts. Brooks Jam remains active with crews battling uncontained flames while additional blazes threaten Woilgenken Coraniba and nearby wetlands as rain delays hamper containment.

Brooks Jam Raguintats Woilgenken Woulgantyn Bintyiot-foewater W. Quinny

Virginia Reduces Road Death Toll Amid Vehicle Increase

The National Safety Council reports a 100 percent improvement in lives saved over the past 12 months. From March 1949 to March 1950, 45 fatalities were averted, equating to nearly two fewer deaths per month despite an 87,000 plus rise in motor vehicles and a population increase of 1,720,000.

Nine Die In Five Day Car Race Finish

Reports crown a deadly five day car race with nine fatalities as competitors falter on the lengthy 182 mile track. Names such as Runtay Witton and Lankaster appear amid scattered fragments describing the brutal finale and remaining participants struggling toward the line.

Runtay Witton Lankaster Hellee Monel

Egyptian meddling alleged in Sudanese election

The report alleges Egyptian interference in Sudanese regional elections in Kaursula and Equatoria, with claims Egypt pressured British administrators to be removed before polls. A British official reportedly rejected Egypt’s demands while promising no unauthorized actions by the Electoral Commission. A British woman, Mrs Anna Butcher, faces deportation from Cairo within 44 hours amid diplomatic protests by the British Embassy.

Egypt Omoe Karsalah United Press Egypt'n Mars

Turkey Asked to Recall Envoy Amid Regional Tensions

A fragmented report states Turkey requested recall of its envoy as regional strains rise. The action appears tied to international responses and mentions Egyptian government order referencing former officials and tribal leaders in the context of a broader dispute.

Turkey

Urged Friday Night Shopping Debate in Canberra

The Canberra branch Shop Assistants and Warehouse Employees Union backed Friday night shopping to improve service. Mr P J O'Keeffe argued it would help housewives and mirror New Zealand trials, while critics warned of crowded aisles and limited time for workers.

Aecro Canberra Asalalaits’ and Warehouse Employees’ Union P. J. O'Keefe New Zealand Can Serra Anaintante Brace Chemssiven Fraidenta Hk Amanan O'kewefe

Petition on Unionism Bill Presented to Parliament

The petition seeks to address the Unionism Bill amid debate in the Second Reading. Petitioners, led by Ammon DeAitiouers, object to provisions. a vote is expected as the Assembly awaits final stages. The move involves Sir Garfield and possible submission to the Legislative Council, with discussions on Governor powers and constitutional implications.

Ayonny Qardeld Barwick Assembly of Ages Omri Troall Bir Garfield Garfield Lee Ned Ni San Commonwealth

Permit Prompts City Inquiry in Fragmented Notice

A garbled OCR fragment from Kansas City references permit actions, individuals like Carl Alstin and Meyer de ta, and a complex discussion of approvals and refusals. The text hints at a department decision process, property or water matters, and a plotted plan, but details are unclear.

Kansab City Carl Alstin Tuna Revarg Gris Washington

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