31 Oct 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 31, 1951
Page
1
A UK government dispatch says British forces are ordered to stand by in the Mediterranean as the Egyptian crisis deepens. General Sh is reported to command British units mobilized for possible action.
In Baruiey Yorkahir the Labour party fields candidates including Harold Marroilian for Housing and Local Government and a health deputy leader post. Voter turnout and party strategy dominate the day as discussions orbit Egypt purchases and international commissions.
A vessel named Vila Bar Jett Gydnny suffered a severe incident causing heavy damage and injuring crew members. Commanded by Commander Creer, the ship was towed for repairs and towed to safety by a rescue squad after exhausting labor.
The Arab League prepares to discuss regional defence amid fears of possible Soviet influence. Ministers meet on November 4 to review draft measures and consulting with members on Cairo and Beirut to coordinate security and potential wartime responses.
Fragmented reports describe Red students clashing with Teheran police near Teheran amid unrest involving the Communist Union. Wounded, arrests, and statements from officials in Adelaide and Tehran frame the day’s violent protests and political responses.
A Buffalo New York steamer collision left a barge carrying petrol and fuel aflame. Reports say Captain Lalit Guyette is missing after the wreck and the burning vessel drifted near Breakwater. Local crews rescue attempts followed the incident.
Tokyo reports indicate Allied and Communist negotiators made no progress on the armistice buffer zone. Communist negotiators again rejected the demarcation proposal, with no clear path forward reported as talks adjourn.
A high ranking Indo China official named Faria Thurniny was killed in a political murder. Authorities investigate the incident amid rising tensions and security concerns in the region.
Reports say British Prime Minister Churchill and President Truman will meet in Key West Florida next month. Truman travels November 4 for a holiday and to work on three major messages for the C onvene.
A stirring warning from AYDNEY on Tuesday forecasts New South Wales facing the greatest potato famine yet, with authorities urging measures to avert a crisis. The alert highlights looming shortages, price surges, and potential impacts on households and markets.
Crowds gathered for Dr Notts funeral service and graveside as dignitaries and parliament members attended. Attendees included Senator TW and Prime Minister, with diplomats, police detachments, and many mourners present.
Civic mourns Dr Not te Notte as city memory recalls his wartime service and public service. The Rev ME ATarrionald leads a memorial with prayers and hymns urging unity, compassion, and the example of his life to guide future generations.
Fin Hipakine and the Mstulor accompany the flag draped coffin of Dr Nott from St Andrews in a solemn procession described in the fragmentary text. The note also mentions trading pall-hearree in unclear terms and names Mr Cameron.
A lengthy funeral procession through the town stretched about one and a half miles. Officials and community groups joined the motorcade from the church to the cemetery, with around 300 attendees at the graveside service. A formal wreath and prayers marked the conclusion, followed by salutes from attendees including local dignitaries and veterans associations.
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