12 Sep 1953
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1953
Page
1
The government announced a ten percent easing in import controls effective October 1. The plan expands the Perle Board to seven members to handle applications from Australian manufacturers for greater access. Export prospects improve as Australia’s recovery boosts trade, with import quotas reduced in stages while protecting sensitive categories.
Melbourne reports reveal the Auditor-General found unsatisfactory control over Department stores and timber mill operations. The review covers Wingeton mill losses, overvaluation of timber stacks, and quarry profits while promising reforms from the Works Department and a new administrative overhaul within weeks.
Fragmentary report describes guards at a market scene stopping an attack on spectators. Names and details are garbled but reference to a leading figure and a local controversy or proclamation are implied.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a court day and a Sandlord figure linked to a university. Names and places are garbled, making a coherent event unclear.
After lengthy preparations the memorial's bird statue arrives in Cane on 8 low-londir, with a patrol escort. Workmen lower the statue inch by inch as the inner structure is sealed. The tower will rise about 200 feet, clad in aluminium sheets. Dutch worker Rainer Rujke aids assembly at the naval dockyards.
Randolph Churchill accuses large sections of the British press of disgusting investment in the Royal Family and of pouring out pornography. The incident centers on the book Miror by Hugh Cudlipp and commentary at a dinner with the editorial director, amid discussions of royal romances and marriages.
Mrs Monty is ordered to appear November 10 at Centra Crim Court on a poisoning charge. Denton County officials described the case as prima facie and discussed bail reduction from 1000 to 500 with conditions. Prosecutors argued circumstantial evidence supports the charge while defense contended the death was an unfortunate accident and noted motive and transfers cited by police.
A Manila court will not act against migrant families from Puinnernag Park after their appeal to the high court was reportedly determined. The fragmentary report notes no immediate evictions or enforcement action.
Fragmented text reports wage debates and proposed reforms tied to a wage case. It notes millions of words recorded, 3200 pages of transcript, and 30 witnesses. Mentions working hours, pay cuts, and living adjustments debated by unions and employers.
A massive Melbourne crowd gathered at Kopel Perk, arriving well over two hours early for a planned event. Police and military were present to manage the throng and keep approaches clear while speakers addressed the crowd.
A chaotic festival match sees Australia post a large total as batsmen Benaud and Morris score centuries. Opener Pearce is sidelined, while bowling from Hansett yields key late wickets. The chase advances with runs from May and Hill before a late collapse, leaving Australia with confidence after reaching 220 minutes of play.
Fragmentary report notes discussions on relocating or reinforcing troops at Bowen port. Mentions minister for the army and unspecified leaders, with unclear timelines and aims. Core idea centers on military redeployment decisions affecting Bowen station.
The report outlines a proposed compromise on wheat settlement pricing by Australian and allied governments. A conference, chaired by the minister, considered market values and fixed rates while a draft policy aimed to balance production costs and consumer prices.
Unclear excerpt reports a protest over a ban on NSW meat and mentions a union and various entities. The passage includes garbled phrases about rights, wishes, and a conflict involving a person or group, with no clear events or outcomes.
A damaged text fragment reports proclamations about sovereign rights over the Australian shelf and adjacent waters. It mentions colonial powers, New Guinea, and a trusteeship system under the United Nations, with references to administrative authority and prerogative powers affecting the region.
A joint communique from ANZUS members notes no extension of alliance membership. The statement signals unity among ministers while expressing caution about expanding ties that would undermine existing relationships and regional security priorities.
A distorted report from Melbourne rails at wartime pension price debates. It notes government hints toward reform and widespread ridicule of pensioners while discussing public satisfaction with wartime allowances and the political sting of protests against price rises.
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