08 Oct 1956
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 08, 1956
Page
1
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The Queensland dispute pits the AWU against wool producers as unions threaten to halt packing and shipping. Premier Gair denounces industrial chaos while stressing the need to protect the state economy and resist pressure from Labour-linked groups. The debate centers on wages, future arbitration, and government authority.
In Blackall on Saturday afternoon a crowd of old and new rate shearers and townspeople clashed on the main street. Police led by Sergeant P. Pomeranke intervened and persuaded the new-rate group to leave town. Later a man was hospitalised after further fights.
Reports from aboard HMA8 in Sydney quote a Sydney dispatch noting uncertainty over Prime Minister Pibul Songgram’s ability to rally SEATO fleet operations in the Gulf of Thailand as originally planned.
Dr. Fawzi expected to speak in resumed debate on the Suez dispute as Egypt faces the Western plan for canal internationalisation. Krishna Menon left Cairo after meetings with Nasser, the Arab League and the British ambassador, amid signals Egypt will reject the Anglo French resolution.
A spree ends with at least two shot victims and several robberies across Berowra, Chester, Stanmore, Schofield and Riverstone. John Straughan, 30, was shot in the spine at Chester Hill station and remains in critical condition. A 20 year old woman faces charges for shooting with intent to murder at Berowra. Police describe the incidents as severe and are reviewing train routes and suspects.
London sources quoted a New York circular noting that the Duke of Edinburgh might renounce his claim to the throne. The Kent succession speculation centers on a royal runout as the duke aims to be “just an ordinary chap” away from royal duties.
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