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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 15, 1953

Page

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Labor to Seek Pension Increases in Parliament

The Labor Party plans to push for higher pensions and widows allowances, proposing weekly increases funded by government measures. Opposition support is unclear as the party backs two Wheat Bills by Commerce Minister McKinen to stabilize grain marking and ratify the International Wheat Agreement.

Paryhea Padarat Lcreaad Idudan Ponaton Alan Incinasen Ile

Death sentence for two killings in Melbourne court

Jury convicts William Henry Barton an Army clerk of Hawthorn of murdering a man and a woman. The judge declares the verdict a capital crime and orders the death penalty by hanging, amid debate on punishment and the crown's push for severity.

Melbourne Wedneaway Accooninn sAny Willam Henry Barwone Tito Piacul Faust Nase Barton Hawthorn Suares Gary Donald Arthur Ide Boult Roward Mattick Silver Palg Inesmusi

Tito Seeks Assurances Diplomacy and Ambassadorship Talks

Dr. Kenner and Willy Ta discuss assurances as Tito seeks a diplomatic path. Kisanhnoer may become ambassador to Scheer-Tr. Willy entered the diplomatic service, with postings in Velparoin, Val Rahtlage, Liane, Soca, Brusca, Laxenbourg, and Lomiton, up to Helainkt.

Kenner Willy Taited States Orienterview Cater Navid Ty Kisanhnoer Schteer- Tr Wille Rtntoy Val Rahtlage Liane Soca Brusca Laxenbourg Lomiton Taal Hélainkt

Western powers weigh Trieste duel over peace in Europe

Western nations consider a form of assurance to Yugoslavia amid the Trieste dispute as they seek to manage tense postwar arrangements. The United States Britain and France face pressure to withdraw the 1848 declaration, while a provisional regime for Trieste and a Cold War style realignment unfold with new appointments and international governance.

United States Britain France Teleste Yugialavin Mustee Buch Aidi Ak Kab Sinale Xagoniay Trieste London Daily Teles Nile Zone A Triestini Suniea Ree Into Etfeg Forthwien

Wage policy debate cited by ministers and leaders

A discussion in parliament centers on wage policy and its uniform application. Opposition leaders push for clarity while ministers defend current approaches amid questions about awards and court involvement.

Miners' Leader W A Urant Dies in Sydney Hospital

The General Secretary of the Minery Peteration, Mr W A Urant, died in Sydney Hospital early today. At 48 he leaves a widow and a life spent in the mining industry, mainly in the Northern Head.

Minery Peteration W. A. Urant Sydney Cran Heid

Surprise Meeting Of Big Three Ministers

A hurried session of British, American, and French ministers was proposed ahead of a major Anglo American decision. The talks aimed to align Western powers on the Korean crisis and to coordinate future steps at the highest level, with Britain expected to seek renewed support from the United States and France.

Deinin Meili Branca Manly Hlona Bebin Ainintern Jahnson Britain Wigton

Fourteen-year-old twins marry and leave school

Joye and Jenice Smith both fourteen wed on Friday and say they will work now. Their husbands Freddie Ray and Frank Paul Sim greeted relatives at the school as the girls announced their marriage and intent to begin adult life away from classes.

Joye Jenice Smith Yaaterday Iendaaintrenn Joyce Greddie Ray Frank Pail- Sim Fuwband Santee Yeaterday Misaisaippi

Wind Delays British Atom Bomb Test in Australia

Wind conditions at the Woomera rocket range in South Australia delay Britain’s ten day atom bomb test. Reports note showers and cool air steadiness, with officials awaiting clearer winds before proceeding.

Weareacey Woemars South Australia Weamerk Australia Britain

Australians Not Likely To Be Called To Trieste

In Parliament the Prime Minister stated there was no reason to believe Australian forces would become involved in the Trieste unrest. MPs pressed about possible involvement, but the government indicated no Australian squadron would be drawn in. The discussion touched on Allied forces and the Austrian crisis context.

Trieste Gentry Mensies House of Representatives Duthie Wilmot Wiekwood PAA Mali Moneles Agid Monster

Anger Mounts Over Kidnapping Case in Kansas City

Public outrage follows the murder kidnapping of six year old Bobby Greenlenar. Suspects Hall and Mrs Heady, both in custody after a gun seizure from St Louis, face trial amid fears of lynching. Authorities tighten security as details emerge of a grisly crime and the missing child’s body found in a grave.

Kansas City Wednewaay Carl Austin Holland Bonnie Brown Bobby Greenlenar St. Louie Gaz Chamber Hall Heady Funnimue High Kanne

Japanese Pearl Fleet Moves On Into Exempted Area

The Minister for Commerce and Agriculture said the Japanese pearling fleet advanced into the exempted arc off Arnhem Land as outlined in the Australian continental shelf proclamation. Officials noted the fleet began fishing in the area near Darwin while awaiting further guidance from authorities.

State of the World War II era notes unclear

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Labour Problem In Australian Uranium Mining

A report discusses the Australian uranium mining labour issue amid government and industry tensions. It notes wage competition risks attracting workers from other sectors, questions about surplus uranium, and the need to balance production with industrial power research. Mentions Rum Jungle project progress and scientific plans.

Mensies Expec Uim Rum Jungle

Two Prelates Detained In Vatican City War Plot Claims

Fragmented report states on October 20 Pope Pius XII may bestow cardinalate posthumously or symbolize denial while two prelates are said to be detained. Names Dr. Wymy rynach and Cardinal Brepinac appear, with references to exile in Poland and confinement tied to alleged collaboration with German forces.

Phyx Wymrynach Poland Zagreb Brepinac Fugoslav Ger

Court told margins rise would encourage skill

In Melbourne the Arbitration Court heard Metal Trades Union advocates claim that higher profit margins would boost worker skill by raising wages. The union representative cited past wage and price dynamics, arguing margins influence training incentives, with cautions about potential price shocks and broader economic effects.

Melbourne Metal Trades Union Advocate Arbitration Court

Political shifts and trials surface in global briefings

News in brief from Colombo London Nairobi and New York report a Bengali premier naming new ministers and a five day bankers' recess. Barburs Graham, 40, is sentenced to die for murder in Kenya, while Mau Mau terror raids claim casualties in Kenya. Kingston awaits a royal visit as the Gothia to Jamaica aims to showcase the Queen. A UN inquiry flags South Africa’s racial problem, and Australia notes a drop in road fatalities outside Queensland.

London Gothia Duke of South Africa

Police Chief to Visit Rome in June Assembly

A report notes the police chief will attend an international civil police assembly in Rome in June. The gathering aims to represent cities worldwide, though details are unclear due to fragmented text.

Rome International Civil Police

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