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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1953
Page
1
The article reports that preliminary talks between Korean and Communist representatives are to open within two weeks. U.S. envoy Dean aims for a hopeful breakthrough, insisting the discussions stay nonpolitical while exploring location and format for future talks.
A section of the North Canberra RSL Club on Moore Street Turner collapsed on Saturday afternoon while workers placed steel girders on the flat floor. Vinent Hirao and Donie Rosconi were treated for minor injuries. six others received bandages and were helped by ambulance staff. A departmental inquiry is expected. The damaged building drew onlookers as Barricades were set to prevent further injuries.
A mangled report states five Guiana Party leaders including Str. John Baxter Sidney King Wentmans Martin Carter Lachrmansingh and Bookhole were detained after a building collapsed, with sections of rubble and a drum of water causing casualties. Police stated the cause and exact circumstances are under investigation as emergency crews assess the scene.
A collision on Princes Highway near Muroa left Philip Luers, 23, and Jay Elizabeth Enders, 24, dead when their car crossed into two trucks. The incident prompted a government inquiry and drew statements about political allegations and accountability.
Lost Deposit in Denison sees LV party leader elected to the vacancy in the House of Assembly. Independent candidate Wadd ath seeks leverage as balance of power rests with the LV faction. Primary results show fragmented support, with uncertain backing for the government.
A four year old boy was buried under sand at Newport Beach. Jamen Crispenter of New Soxth Head Double Bay, helped by his parents, dug an under sand hole to free the child who was suffocating. Rescue efforts followed but the boy required medical treatment.
The World Organization of United Nations Affairs announces that the Secretary General of WHUNA will visit Australia in early November. The itinerary includes Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney, with a probable third stop.
Police found the bodies of a mother and child strangled under a bed at the Lydan home in Marrickville. A suspect, Mey Loin, phoned from a Bronte booth reporting the women were dead. Detectives searched Croydon and Terraced Road areas, while a broader hunt for another person continued amid the Bronte Waverley race.
Rome reports the Italian government proposes pulling troops back a few kilometers from the front along the Trieste Yugoslav border with Yugoslavia to ease the tense standoff. The move would require Yugoslavia to similarly withdraw its forces. Normal security measures would remain while talks continue to reduce regional dispute and avoid fighting.
Delayed reports indicate the Indonesian Army and allied forces have united along the north coast of Aceh to restore order after an uprising against the government. The army chief of staff Col Ang reportedly stated a crackdown was underway with troop deployments from Une Paxton toward the Halnga corridor to suppress the insurgent state.
Reported exchange near the demarcation line north of Jerusalem sparked claims of a 20 minute battle between Israeli and Arab patrols. Israel denied any clash and said aircraft did not violate the armistice line. A package dropped near Maddasah Hospital was cited as a breach. Jordan condemned the incident, urging calm as talks continue.
Bert Bruce McRauten aged four cantared of Narrabundah died after a utility truck overturned at the intersection of Canberra Avenue and BO Milen Circle on Saturday. Police say the cause is not known. Canberra Ambulance attended.
Article reports on Japan’s reaction to the GATT admission vote, noting Commonwealth abstention and Britain Australia South Africa and other nations’ positions. It covers diplomatic expectations, potential future negotiations, and hints of trade talks with the United States and other countries.
A chaotic NSW report details three fatalities and ten injuries from road crashes near Toronto and MilcBeth. Victims include Ametia Davies, 46, and children Noel and Colin Davies, all injured or dead after a branch struck a vehicle. Other accidents caused multiple injuries and hospital admissions, with names and ages listed for several involved residents.
The assembly debated waivers and trade terms amid a 20 to 7 vote with seven abstentions. The discussion covered diversification of trade under Commonwealth guidelines, Japan's role, and arbitration on tariff terms, with statements from the Federation Director of the Associated Chambers of Manufactures.
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