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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 20, 1950

Page

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Six Men Die At Burrinjuck Dam Spillway Tragedy

Massive search for six workers swept to death while clearing debris at Burrinjuck Dam spillway after heavy rain. Two laborers remain missing as police and rescue teams comb the riverbank and foaming water for bodies. witnesses recount the perilous climb down the spillway and efforts to pull victims from the churning current.

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Salary rises for judges and civil servants in high court and public service

Debate on the Balncles Ast Njugtzent Bil proposes salary increases for high court officials and public service roles. Judges, conciliation commissioners, auditors, and railway and board chairs would see hikes from thousands to higher scales. Support cites retaining Commonwealth service. opponents note cost and fairness.

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Resignation Shocks SRS Officers and Impacts Burrinjuck Dam Tragedy

A garbled dispatch reports a resignation involving SRS officials linked to Burrinjuck Dam tensions. The piece notes political strains, a thematic crisis, and mentions London and various names amid uncertain details.

Canberra survey flags Communist influence in capital

The Security Service conducted a broad survey of known Communists and sympathisers in Canberra over two years. It found fewer than 25 active in the capital and up to 200 suspected as security risks, with several in government roles under scrutiny during the Communist Party dissolution act period.

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Chinese in Indo China Battle Forces Reported

A cable from Kwangsi via Walk in Yat Pao says 15 000 Chinese troops with machine guns and medium artillery have moved from Kwangsi into Indo China as fighting continues. The United States plans to land a squadron of light bombers in Indo China by year end, per official briefing.

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Government Crisis Report From London Frontier Briefing

A London desk dispatch notes a crisis on the Indo-Chinese frontier as Viet Minh forces press toward border fortifications. Officials report tense exchanges and evolving positions amid regional power plays and continued negotiations.

Law Passage Marks Morning Enactment Amid Controversy

The bill becomes law this morning as lawmakers in Parliament debate intensifies. Senators and representatives clash over the measure with strong calls about communists and political factions while noting caution and arguments about potential impacts.

Potting the Reds and the Labour Party in Parliament

A charged House of Representatives session features attacks on the Labour Party over parliamentary betrayal and a government bill, with critics claiming Labour’s cowardice and servile surrender risk national policy and electoral trust. The debate centers on party loyalties, constitutional governance, and the handling of a critical bill.

Fragmented OCR Note on Crimean Government Debate

A garbled report describes a government appeal event with references to the Crimea and a party dispute. It mentions Senator O Sullivan replying to questions at a session with Senators Kate and Fraser. The Labour Senator questions whether an Hib Court appeal varies, and notes delays aiding the Communist Party in a legislative measure.

ACT QI UY Ie Crimea Agatoat Tee Hib Court Creteriat T E Labour Party Communist Party

Senator Ashley Denies Report Amid Senate Tensions

Fragmented notes describe a dispute over a Senate disclosure with Senator Ashley denying authorship of a contentious report. Governor and other leaders respond, saying the statement was not made by Ashley and urging accurate attribution in the debate over a bill.

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U.S. Armour Drives Toward Pyongyang Amid Fierce Fighting

US armour pressed toward the centre of Pyongyang as Reds across the Taedong River and heavy air support from jet fighters aided a joint US Korean assault. Tanks from the South Korean First Division and US First Cavalry met near the city core while UN forces attacked through burning streets and resisted counterattacks.

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