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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 05, 1953

Page

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Additional Labour To Be Sent To Bowen By Monday

A joint statement from labour leaders reports that 180 workers will be dispatched to Bowen wharves by Monday to bolster the Waterside Workers Federation contingent amid the port dispute. Government and union officials agree on emergency service measures to prevent further disruption at the Bowen port and ensure continued cargo handling.

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Preparations To Evacuate Troops Amid Transport Strikes

Report outlines secret Army moves to evacuate troops from Bowen and nearby Bowenville. Train delays due to strikes caused late arrivals. 190 soldiers began loading ships while railway workers halted work in protest. Federal and Army talks led to a compromise allowing small trains with some restrictions.

Bowen Tdecause PMG

Ne Trace Expedition Relics Unearthed Near Robinson Ranges

A fragmentary report describes the Ne Trace Expedition uncovering relics linked to explorer figures near the Robinson Ranges. Items include telescope fragments and a cam bolt support, with aboriginal guides and leader Bil Grayden among wary respondents.

EadWig Lalehwerdt Baril Leiched Gillean Rawiinson Ranges Rawinson Bil Grayden Las Taler

Cooma Seeks Helicopter Service For Town's Growth

Local officials push to establish helicopter passenger and freight service linking Cooma Lithgow and nearby towns. Mayor and council members advocate air links to support river town development and emergency access, aiming to improve regional connectivity and economy.

Leehgow Peta Anxieun Lithgow H.C . Heffernan Conme A. Contr Hosala Coome Pamenger Frolaht

Fragmented OCR Item on Plans and Ministers

A garbled OCR fragment mentions a Fring Minster and Mr Menken with unclear plans about ending capital and control. The readable names include Segre umeuiadan and Pal, but the text is too damaged to confirm events or dates.

Eerie Ray the Fring Minster Mr. Menken

States Likely To Retain Control Of Prices

The article reports on Australian states’ likely continuation of price controls on essential goods amid pressure for a coordinated approach. Premier Playford and South Australian leaders urge unity while Queensland is noted for decontrolling some items. A Brisbane meeting is planned to discuss future price policy.

Seiday Promlee Cutty Australia

Blackmail Threats Ineffective Says Mr Menzies

Mr Menzies replies to threats from Australian Industries Association President Mr Follette defending government protection. He argues tariff policy should be decided after an official inquiry and notes Tariff Board procedures amid criticism of delay. He stresses ongoing support for manufacturing and argues for stable protection over temporary import controls.

Mr. Menzies Australian Industries Development Ausocia Sion Ci. Foletia Maby T Aduatrialets Moe Unien Miport Weening. Ir Mensien Antt Iis Governmant Papir Board Tariff Board Merains Taritt Board Fhietta Méneion Radio Aue Foletta Chamber of ‘Manufactures Folette Australia Monaies Sahil

Churchill reshuffles cabinet amid limited top changes

London reports Prime Minister Churchill reshapes his cabinet reducing top posts from seventeen to ten. Key moves include Anthony Eden promoted and Lord Leathers dropping to a new post, with Lord Woolton absorbing former duties. Several ministers retain roles as new appointments bolster Britain's export drive amid wartime challenges.

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Private Uranium Mints In Northern Territory Granted Prospecting

Miners and mining companies in the Northern Territory may apply for Corronium under new ordinances. Applications for ten licenses near Rover exist, with Darwin controllers notifying the Territory Branch. The ordinance, approved by Administrator Mr Fd Wise, requires mined ore to be sold to the Commonwealth Government.

Terrtory Tig Jensne Crom Dn Rover Sarwin Ives Darwin Territory Dliner Gagettal Northern Territory Act Fitnistrator Fd. Wise Commonwealth Abor Arnem

Thornton blamed for unrest amid wartime distraction plan

Fragmentary report from Bedney recounts accusations against Ernest Thornton over unrest linked to Australia during a wartime period. The article hints at diversionary schemes and alliances involving industrial threats and strategic moves to mislead Allied powers.

Thornton Bedney Australia Wanteorth Ernest Thornan Aala Rivsaan Wentwarih Nals Ieunels Allie

Appointment To Ireland Still Under Review

The Irish appointment remains delayed as the Prime Minister and government officials discuss sending Mr. Motive to Ireland. Conflicting notes trace the delay to reconsideration of letters from Mr. McGuire and whether to bypass the President.

Ireland Tai Medaire Joe la Ireland Menten Wald Soday Motive Woula Fo Menisles McGuire Cretenes Trish Terensea

Sailors Spree in Kobe Triggers Police Probe

Japanese police arrested an Austeilge nellop from the destroyer Tobruk after a wild spree in Kobe. A spokesman for the Italian Embassy in Tokio said no charge had been filed and there was no trouble, while reports claimed gunfire incidents stirred panic among locals and sparked a shutdown of Kobe nightlife.

Njbe Austenilge Nellop Tobruk Witom Kobe AMA Ttalian Tokio Kealertey Telense Inia United Mutfone Aufierx

Unclear historic reference winds through a garbled note

Fragmentary OCR item mentions Adeninnen and a German Reich party, with unclear relation to Estonia and potential constitutional concern, but readable details are too fragmentary to identify events, dates, or involved organizations.

Adeninnen Fren Bneing Tat Estonia Nevimetitutional

Increase in Canberra Meat Prices

A torn and garbled report notes meat prices in Canberra rising with unclear figures and erratic entries. It references multiple prices and dates but the text is heavily corrupted, making precise values unreadable.

Canberra

Prime Minister In Dagence of Townley Deals With Chemists

The report notes Prime Minister In Dagence of Mr Townley in talks with chemists and health ministers. It cites austere home negotiations and questions whether the Defence Minister could seal with pressure, while Parliament discusses pensioner medical matters and legal appointments.

Townley Jen Hal Serfoes Jenue ‘van Wold Toweiey Mensiea Defenre Mciridy Vaser Praslere Ing Coun Rogal Matty

Reliability Teams Begin-1098 Mite Race to Darwin

A fragmented report describes an endurance sabre race covering about 1 006 miles to Darwin with teams including drivers such as Laie Rowe Dane Brunton and Nola Bowe. Vehicles like Sunbeam Talbot and Plymouth are mentioned amid crashes and engine failures near Mt Ina and Townville.

Darwin Aoa Pak Rockhampton Makay Meri Mt. Ina Aming Har Al-Girt Laie Rowe Dane Brunton Nola Bowe Ina Sunbeam ‘Talbot Mt, Neater

Prorogation plan for colonial Parliament outlined

The report notes an October prorogation date for the federal parliament in the colony with Governor General Sir William Gill opening a new expanse after elections. Queen Elizabeth’s visit is linked to the town’s openings and a short debate period is forecast before a second session in the Dewnfield region.

Clenern Willim Bim Wexpion Imor Ciherwine William Cunbarre Paria Dewnfield Ima Ghats

Infected Coconut Found Only at Canberra

A health report notes an outbreak linked to a single infected coconut in Canberra. Authorities cite six companions exposed and say investigations will continue to trace the source and prevent further spread.

Canberra

Leaders warn of long Korea war needing troops

An official urged prolonged commitment in Korea, arguing heavy American and allied forces are required to deter or push back Chinese and communist advances. He warned of difficult times ahead, with significant casualties and civilian hardship, and called for strong military support and readiness.

Cahill Seeks Christmas Deadline Amid Hotel Trade Talks

The report indicates Cahill pressed for an extension of hotel trade arrangements in Primafale and the Continent, with discussions about warranty conditions and crowded conditions noted as factors.

Special Lottery Drawn Today Amid Confused Text

Fragmented OCR yields a jumbled notice mentioning a Friday lottery and several scattered names, places, and terms. The readable bits suggest a local lottery event with unclear details and multiple garbled terms.

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