24 Nov 1953
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1953
Page
1
Thousands gather to bid farewell as the Queen ends her Dominions tour. Reported scenes describe family messages, final engagements, and the royal plane’s Atlantic crossing with Weather and security updates noted for the departure from London.
A 16 year old from Palmer Valley Victoria named Ronald Jones died after a motor cycle crash 18 miles from Routan petrol station. Barry Gorsian was injured. both were picked up near Bark Bay highway under extreme heat. They were taken to Tennant Creek hospital where Jones died during the night.
In Brisbane on Monday Ald Joberle announced no grounds for graft allegations tied to the Extad attachment at a service station involving Roberta. The investigation followed a claim two other service station cases were referred to police. inquiries failed to prove the accusations.
Labour observers say the Government will appoint a three member commission to examine allegations of corruption in the City Council. The cabinet will await a police report and report back to Parliament with findings and recommendations for local government reform.
Hammarskjold warned at the 12th anniversary of Freedom House that a Korea peace may take years and require relentless effort by the United Nations. He urged utilizing every means to push toward an armistice while preparing for a long, difficult process amid ongoing global tensions.
Laurence John Cocks, a 10 year old labourer, wandered into trouble on Setur Dy. Julien questioned him at 2 hours at Wostridge about a case involving another man, who entered and vanished. As he stepped toward the road they assaulted him and called him a switch.
OV Bell testified before the U.S. Senate Internal Security Subcommittee describing informants who could lead to convictions. Robert Morris said Communist rings operated within the U.S. government during 1945 46 and that only two had been exposed, with others possibly active.
A London professor suggested a student forged the Piltdown Man jaw and teeth to create a prank. The claim questions the 1912 discovery and the skulls authenticity, stirring debate among scientists about the hoax and its origins.
Senator Spooner warned that inflation remains a danger as Australia reports mixed signals from manufacturing amid import competition fears next year. He noted light gains in output and employment but cautioned that price stability hinges on wage trends and material costs amid ongoing import restrictions.
Melbourne reports a yacht was towed to safety after a three hour battle with severe seas and winds off the heads. The crew sent a distress call to Queenscliff lighthouse and pilots struggled against high waves before a lifeboat reached and towed the vessel to safety.
A fragmented note discusses broadcasting standards and the role of the ABC and politicians in Australia. It cites Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister Sir Arthur Paddem, and Dr. Gvalteld, noting broadcasting as a source of hope for world problems. The text contrasts coverage with sports betting and political debates on air.
Fragmentary report cites plans for a legislative move to address the House on unions bell. Mentions petitions to the Governor and possible actions to Parliament or Privy Council, with references to Garbels and Lamond and opposition crowds.
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