20 Oct 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1951
Page
1
Britain demands compensation of about £500,000 for damage in Egypt as it mobilizes reserves and sexes a strategic posture near the Suez Canal. Egypt cites 10 dead and 69 wounded in recent attacks, while both sides prepare for potential seizure of canal zones and military actions.
A garbled report describes tensions between Britain and Egypt over the Suez crisis era, mentioning Egyptian governance, British commands, and troop movements along the canal. It cites raids, train interruptions, and troop dispositions around Port Said and Port Said area, with references to the Canal and international responses.
Readable fragments describe British evacuation of families from Suse and Port Said, with troops and war material moving to port facilities. References to RAF activity, canal zone defense, and wartime disruption indicate widespread emergency measures and looting incidents amid anti-British riots.
A garbled text fragment discusses Eastern peoples and a Mediterranean civilization, mentioning official circles and vows. It references royal pairs, a vague timetabling note, and planned travels through multiple locations with unclear dates and activities. The passage is highly fragmented and experimental.
A mechanic in Tenterfield devised a complex trap to burn a body inside a caravan by triggering a vibratory mechanism and exhaust point. The scheme failed when a friend, Rochford, and worker John Beith disrupted the setup causing the caravan to topple and the device to fire prematurely. Police nods and witness accounts place the case as an attempted self harm murder plot with key exposes and broken windows.
UK minister Wyeth accuses Winston Churchill of inciting distrust by urging British action in Egypt. He cites Churchill statements about not letting foreigners trust the government and questions the impact on allied strategy as tensions rise in the wartime debate.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss coal production figures for the year and comparisons to the previous period. Mentions underground versus open cut totals, and a mix of numbers and abbreviations. No clear events or individuals emerge from the legible text.
Fragmented report describes part of the Wet Berlin moon in Germany with an enclave in the American sector. East German division appears to cut an artery and separate regions by about 100 yards. Ambiguities and garbled terms suggest postwar occupation lines and contested boundaries amid Allied control.
Peace prospects dim as talks falter with opposition from red factions. Officials in Washington report little progress toward a ceasefire as discussions stall amid pressure from allied governments. Casualties and sectoral unrest complicate the path to a formal agreement.
Nyasaland court hears appeal from William James Lechard Smith charged with taking 8000 pounds and 100 pounds beliefs related to alleged withdrawals and orders during tenure as Attorney General. Disputed acts cited at his Blantyre home after flight from Naltrost.
Fragmented copy reports a commission plan for atomic tests near a town eight miles from Vika tat with mentions of damage estimates and a Frenchman named Bi Jonet. The garbled text references fusca and pier details, with unclear dates or locations.
The United Nations Security Council appears poised to shelve the Persian oil dispute amid muted support and a lack of votes for decisive action. Diplomats report cautious talks and an emphasis on avoiding a direct confrontation that could escalate tensions in the region.
NSW price officials clash over federal state collaboration on wage and price controls. The Commonwealth Statistician and NSW Prices Minister discuss wage baselines, price accuracy, and arbitration methods amid calls for joint action.
Fragmented OCR text highlights hearings on price controls and wage policy. Mentions Common Health GOALripUMoR, Prices Commission, and traders’ receipts. References figures, series, and methods in public service wage discussions.
President Truman voiced skepticism about Soviet willingness to engage in Washington, noting Moscow’s stance and remarks by American and Soviet officials. He indicated future comments would follow the Moscow statement by Foreign Minister Vinogradov and Admiral Atlas. The president stressed that Moscow shows little interest in negotiating a broader settlement now.
The group argues for government price controls to curb malleable pricing. They urge federal intervention to regulate and enforce price caps effectively, pledging strong union backing and a decisive stance against wage pressures.
In London Prisey and Mrs tone thekitta report a bride not missing in Russia. The British court records show efforts to locate a bride named in Beltane. A review suggests continued inquiries and concerns about the bride’s status and the involvement of Mrs Wektite.
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