24 Nov 1950
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1950
Page
1
Reports cite unknown reasons for a pause in peace talks as negotiations appear stalled for over a week. Observers note exchanges of prisoners and shifting fronts near Yongyon and Pyongyang while American troops press offensives and await formal steps toward negotiations.
Fragmented report notes a proposal to cut parliamentary sessions to four days weekly. It mentions prime minister, senate timing, and related procedural shifts, with references to international events and United Nations communications. The text contains numerous garbled phrases and unclear names.
The London Telegraph reports on diplomatic efforts regarding the Korean situation. The article notes pressure on Chinese and Soviet involvement and hints at potential government actions to address the crisis. The piece reflects ongoing international maneuvering and responses from major powers.
The United States and British Dominions discuss an emergency wool stockpile as talks in Mount Roe advance. America seeks to broaden its needs for wool from next year’s clip to manufacture a rough cloth stockpile for three million workers. Allies consider continuing open auctions while accelerating purchases, sparking concern over wool value and potential interference with current market conditions.
Reported sighting or attempt to track a large U S bomber near Sepang. Details unclear due to damaged text. Military response and tracing efforts described with references to air base activity and radar tracking. No concrete dates or official statements confirmed in the readable portion.
Floodwaters in Gilgandra Coonabarabran Dubbo and Wallington recede while Natromine remains at risk as the Macquarie River level climbs near record highs. Rescue efforts continue, towns brace for more rain, and authorities plan to shore up levees with assistance from federal and NSW governments.
A garbled report notes a world record set by Yass Wool with earlier record details and names obscured. The fragment mentions Vale View and Yuan and references Mast egy and Bales plus a run of unclear sequence events. Further readable facts are limited in the OCR.
Fragmentary OCR text reports Indonesian authorities sealing an area near Ambon following rebel activity. It mentions Derwin and Meitila as possible locations or names, a capture of a rebel leader or group, and references to a troop movement. Details are unclear due to corrupt source text.
The Commonwealth seeks a firmer stance on Asian dangers ahead of planned talks. Prime Minister Menzies is to travel end of December via India and Pakistan, meeting with leaders to press for united defense and stronger cooperation.
Diplomatic notes indicate the United States will negotiate with the Chinese Communists only on the Korea war, with no horse trading on troop withdrawal. Feiping government signals it will not enter into broader talks, seeking to limit discussions to the Korean issue.
Bernbrook, the 47 favourite, finished third in the seven furlong American race at Aquet, with Repelis the winner after a fast burn. Stablemate Curneal Second faded mid race as Repelis overtook Bernbrook in the final stretch.
The Justice Department accuses the Communist Party of the United States of being controlled by the Soviet Union and acting under Moscow orders. It seeks to force registration with the department, disclose funding, and list members in the United States, citing ties to the Communist International and Soviet government position.
A New York Times dispatch by Robert Trumbull cites intelligence suggesting Soviet air bases may be established in Tibet, with two distant Russian units reported near Western Tibet. The report notes uncertainty and a lack of condemnation from officials while detailing April to June activity.
New York correspondent reports Soviet Union plans a cold war escalation against India and neighboring regions after establishing bases in Eastern Tibet. The informant cites intelligence sources claiming the USSR aims to subjugate India and nearby countries under Soviet influence.
Australia rejects calls for a red probe in China and voices opposition to the Propound Communist sty. The article notes Cold War era debate with mentions of leaders and international alignments, referencing Britain and Canada amid a tense geopolitical backdrop.
In Sydney Dr Evatt condemned the legislation as targeting union officials. He argued the Security and Disclosures Act empowers the Governor General to define security and could curb civil rights across Australia. The public hearing on the act paused as members debated its reach and implications.
A US senator urged inclusion of Japan and Italy in a proposed Pacific security pact tied to a broader peace treaty. He argued that Allied nations may need collective security assurances and stressed the need for coordinated postwar arrangements with Britain and other partners.
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