27 Nov 1953
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 27, 1953
Page
1
Minister Downing introduced the bill in committee day, urging orders to push it through the House in one year. Supporters seek swift action while opponents in the Council threaten to resist the measure amid police supervision doubts and inspectorate concerns.
The article outlines Methodist Church views and political reactions to a government bill granting Royal Assent. It notes Dr Soper's potential public stance, the Governor Sir John Northcott’s assent, and opposition lines stressing parliamentary sovereignty. Police and press freedoms are debated with Attorney General Sheahan and Mr Treatt quoted on press accountability.
Import duty on carpets rises from ten to forty percent under new tariff measures. Trade observers note impact on retail prices and consumer costs. The policy change signals tighter protection for local producers and shifts in import costs.
Former Leichhardt mayor Erwin faces trial on charges of demanding and receiving 250 pounds from Walter Fowler of Starex Products to aid a development permit. Prosecutor A Larkin said the money was paid for approval and that Fowler later gave a cheque to a former council employee. Evidence shows the cheque was banked and the funds passed, with details tying to council approvals and an officer’s involvement. The case continues in Central Court as further witnesses testify.
Four masked men held up a payroll distribution at a factory, hitting director Mr. C Spicer and stealing envelopes containing about £1,000. A blue sedan sped away as the crew struck in a bold daytime raid within 800 yards of the front door, officers reported.
A young man in New Zealand went on a wild spree in a rural area near Waimea, injuring his former employer with a shot after resurfacing at a farm. Police reinforced the district as residents sheltered and local authorities investigated the brief rampage and subsequent capture.
Melbourne endured its windiest November day on record with a 7 mph gust before 11 o clock. Two 900,000 gallon oil tanks being erected by Standard Vacuum Refining Co Ltd at Altona refinery fell as guylines snapped. workers had been warned to leave, and no one was injured. Similar mishaps were reported at Shell refinery in Gesleng last year.
Melbourne editors condemn government attempts to curb reporting as a threat to public interest. Newspaper proprietors warn new legislation could suppress vital information and undermine watchdog roles while urging defense of press freedom. Officials argue measures protect national security amid unfolding political tensions.
A crowd of about 800 angry demonstrators gathered outside Edinburgh Court yesterday protesting government actions. Four young men, Hubert Wath 22, MacAlst 24, Owen Gillan 27, and Raymond Farben 28, faced charges tied to alleged conspiracy to overthrow the government. The jury acquitted on the main charges, while other charges saw majorities. Police maintained order as tensions rose, with reports touching on press implications in Australia and parliamentary reactions in NSW.
Mr. Fred Bowman, a prorogued British Guiana Assembly member, was arrested and charged with sedition. Mr. A. Z. Skeldon, another detainee, has also been charged with sedition in the same district. The event follows political turmoil surrounding the Sentara faction and Wen Puayight Noo Tudken.
A chemical lab incident left workers narrowly escaping as smoke and fumes filled the area amid a split escape route. Five inmates managed to flee while Mr Caldwell and two others survived by diving through a narrow opening to safety.
Fragmentary OCR text contains garbled phrases about a district, committees, and press matters. No clear event, names, places, or dates emerge to form a coherent news item. The readable bits suggest an orthographic distortion rather than a reportable incident.
Eyewitness reports a plane skimming low over a river lands and crashing into water, killing a local storekeeper identified as Jack near Minneapolis. Police say the craft appeared to fail during approach, with emergency crews rendering aid at the scene.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a migrant seed factor wife with garbled phrasing and unclear details about a person or event. No coherent names, places, dates, or organizations are readable to establish a definite news item.
London and Washington reports say Mr Casey denied a rumor that the Irish ambassador to London would be recalled. The discussion arose during questions in the House of Representatives about possible changes in diplomatic representation and salaries for Maguire amid a cost of living debate in New York.
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