02 Oct 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 02, 1951
Page
1
Turbulent coverage describes British oil staff and Pakistani and Indian workers in Persia amid a United Nations security council debate on intervention. Officials discuss expulsion orders and potential mediation while Britain weighs its stance as tensions rise.
Reports from Abadan and Beestan describe tension as the Security Council considers sanctions while Britain and Persia clash over a possible blockade. naval forces remain at Abadan and Ban k Stat with Mauritius anchored off Abadan and destroyers Saintes Vig Gravelines near the area.
Fragments describe a blockade affecting oil shipments with mentions of hostilities and strategic actions. The text references measures around oil routes and maritime control, implying tensions impacting energy supplies and regional stability.
Reports state there have been no complications since the operation as King’s condition strengthens. Buckingham Palace said the procedure addressed a tang rejection and that two doctors stayed with the King overnight as prayers and public concern spread nationwide. The King’s doctors and staff remain at Clarence House and Buckingham Palace provides occasional updates as the recovery continues.
A proposed Al O refinery in Australia could cost £30,000,000 as part of an expansion to The Commonwealth Oil Refineriex in Victoria. Partners include Mr Coxon and the refinery would process about two to three million gallons of crude daily, potentially making it the largest in Australia.
On Monday in London Bevan spoke on the Labour platform criticizing Conservative tempers and wartime excitability at a borough election gathering. He urged unity to defeat the Conservatives, insisting Labour would stand for peace and a steady refinery project despite opposing views within the party.
New York Monday column notes Walter Winchell discusses health rumors about a cancer diagnosis. The piece reflects on public figures and media coverage of illness in the gossip column format.
The Labour Party pledges to "save the peace of the world" and prevent a third world war, detailing policies on full employment, dividend tax, and nationalized industries. It contrasts with a Conservative pledge to return to poverty and warns of international risk, while outlining aims for foreign policy, prices, and Commonwealth relations.
A garbled report from London quotes a Labour leader arguing Tory victory would mean backing imperial rule. It notes talk of a new commonwealth spanning continents and peoples of different colours, with pledges to maintain unity across colonies and a hopeful path for imperial policies.
Government analysis shows a budget surplus from taxes directed to state works. The report notes a gap between public works demand and loan funds, with about 109 million expected from loan markets and additional offset by reductions in other areas.
The report argues that raising the ten percent levy will be simple as budget revisions show indirect taxation rising while wage effects are limited. It notes government aims to spur production, balance labor demand, and avoid triggering inflation by shifting taxes away from incentives. The piece discusses household impact and debate over income tax balancing food and goods costs.
Fragmented OCR reports Bradley and Ridgway touring the front with claims of air victories. Battles persist over centrally located sectors as UN forces hold ridgelines and repel enemy assaults near Yanggu and Taicheng.
A full House session focuses on budget censure and government policy, with MPs set to debate financial plans and retrenchment. Prime Minister and ministers prepare statements as opposition attacks proceed, aiming to shape the budget's formal passage.
Military leaders to confer on general strategy in Beritain over a four day meeting. The conference addresses new arrangements and imperial policy with a direct meeting to discuss war plans and coalition actions.
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