12 Oct 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 12, 1951
Page
1
London reports large anti British demonstrations in Cairo for a second day. A Foreign Office spokesman said Britain will take all necessary steps to maintain garrison in the canal zone. Sudanese Umma Party moves toward independence as talks and declarations unfold.
Fragmented text outlines Australia facing a personal crisis in Middle East policy. Mentions External Affairs Minister and opposition leader positions while referencing quoted letters and statements. The passage is garbled with improper names and nonstandard phrases.
A report states General Electric completed an air force radar system for the United States and Canada. The article notes the system’s capabilities to intercept multiple radars and maintain 24 hour operation, with Arctic and northern regions mentioned.
A man and a woman were injured in a collision involving a car and a coach. No further details available.
The House considered a bill to alter the system of 14 averaging incomes for individuals. Arthur Paddun argued the change would affect about 37 000 primary producers, with 9 000 gaining no appreciable benefit. The measure seeks 80 tax rate aspects and aims to adjust how averaging benefits primary producers relative to general taxation.
Reports say Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh face constitutional hurdles that could block a new royal tour to Australia. Observers note Parliament and the government may restrict access and timing, with potential public engagement scaled back if legal constraints hold.
A medical report notes progress in cancer treatment with several patients showing improvement. Doctors caution the data is preliminary, and a full assessment is pending further study and verification.
A lengthy report outlines mass mobilization figures with estimates of Russian and Allied forces, detailing divisions, armour counts, and air and naval strength. The piece notes potential impacts on Western defense, including postwar attitudes and strategic reception amid ongoing parliamentary and military discussions.
Irregular wool trade today shows prices from 10 to 20 percent lower than yesterday for all descriptions. Demand from the Continent provided some support with occasional backing from Japan Britain and several miles Greasy merino categories.
The report notes swings in trade between the United States and Australia for the first two months of the current year. It records a favourable balance of £1,280,009 for Australia in one year and an unfavourable balance in another period, reflecting varying levels of imports and exports.
The Commonwealth Council chaired by Air Commodore Bir Prenk Writtle pushes for stronger authority to compel resource redistribution amid shortages. Officials warn Britain faces a critical moment as agriculture fails to feed the inland population and wartime needs rise.
Partial text reports a strangled body found in Colombo with unclear identifiers. Police investigate possible ties to local cricket circles as neighbors describe a tense scene near the victim’s residence. Authorities call for public tips while reviewing nearby security footage for leads.
A claim for an eight hour week has been lodged with the Arbitration Court by the Metal Trades Employer Association in Melbourne. The document names unions including the Australian Workers Union, the Metal Trades Union, and other industrial bodies as parties to the action. The case concerns extending a standard eight hour workday across various sectors.
A chaotic aviation incident unfolds as a runaway rocket pall dominates headlines in the United States. Officials investigate the Wings Tock Tocket altitude flare up and its impact on airspace and safety protocols.
The notice outlines a government hospital benefit adding 41 days of payment for patients or dependents under regulation. It explains per day payments of 7s 0d to 9s per patient and a Commonwealth payment, combining with an existing hospital grant of 6d per day to reach a maximum of 18s 0d per day to patients.
The article reports on unclear prospects for a Persian oil dispute settlement as the Security Council debates merits of a British resolution. Members differ on whether the council can advance a resolution and whether outside party involvement will yield progress. Britain, France, and the Soviet Union show varied support, with Russia possibly vetoing a plan.
The government aims to boost supplies from American mills amid tinplate shortages. Minister Beale discussed increased output with Downer as a department officer sought boosts from Tolbert mill. Postal officials report about 1100 applications for radio licences and the Duplex telephone system faces delays as machinery and installations take years.
The text shows conflicting notes on a peace talks venue while describing military movements and hospital often confusing battlefield jargon. It references a Soviet era delegation and various skirmish details including landings and positions near Chinese fronts with uncertain dates and actors.
Final tally shows three states voting Fea and three voting 3b with a No vote of 52 062. Court convenes to review the 47h fa voten counts and results.
The Wine and Spirit Merchants Association of MSW led by secretary J Lindsay announced higher prices for spirits and some imported wines. Notable increases include bourbon and whisky up by two to three pence per bottle, with other liquors rising similarly. The changes align with recent tax adjustments and take effect tonight.
A reported fatality occurs in a wrecked residence. The text mentions a former inmate of a mental hospital and an incident tied to a location and time, with unclear local details. The surviving fragments reference a person named Isaiah and an event at an unidentified site.
Erratic report states a damaged painting titled Messing Picture J was found at the Canberra Railway station area. The Commonwealth Count competition was paused. the item was to be hung in the Canberra Art Society exhibition.
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