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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 13, 1950

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Artillery Battle for Taegu Vital Hill Taken by Americans

North Korea and Taegu frontline action intensifies as United States forces seize a key hill north of Taegu amid heavy shelling. Maj Gen Hobart G. Gey reports artillery fire quadrupled. Cavalry Division counterattacks capturing a hill. Allied forces claim continued push to secure the Taegu front with resumed air support and ground operations nearby.

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Rescue efforts at Colliery claim life amid flood delay

Reports from the scene indicate a fatal incident at Knockshinnock Colliery near West Ayranite as rescue teams confront rising waters after heavy rain. Speaking publicly, officials stressed continued operation to recover missing workers while warning that further dangers persist.

Lamdon Svensey Knockshinnock Colliery Wesley Cumnoce Ayranite Air Fuera Bryan Kir Andrew

Archbishop of Canterbury criticizes Vatican over Christian unity

The Archbishop Dr Geoffrey staker denounces the Vatican for failing to unite with other Christian bodies in the name of freedom. He urges the Convocation of Canterbury to press Rome to respect plural Christian authority amid tensions.

London Tupaday Canterbury Church of England Vatican Geoffrey. Staker Ede Orem Parliament of Fianor Fisher

Reds Take Football Seriously

London dispatch notes a shift in football planning with matches scheduled from Thursday to Saturday and additional adjustments through Monday and Wednesday. The piece cites widespread public enthusiasm and a sense of seriousness about the sport.

London Tusaday Asaya Eec

Council blocks Soviet invite to Communist China debate

The Security Council rejected inviting a Communist China representative to attend the council session on the Chinese Communist charges regarding bombing of Manchuria. The final vote was tied with three in favor and three against, with two abstentions.

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U.N. Associations Back Red China Reported in Geneva

In Geneva on Tuesday delegates from United Nations associations discussed support for Red China at the tenth annual meeting. The brief report notes ongoing debates among member groups about recognition and aid policies.

Cabinet debates inflation curbs in late night session

Government ministers roomed over inflation control measures during a lengthy cabinet meeting. Officials signaled readiness to announce upcoming plans to curb rising prices and borrowing costs, with some saying action could come soon.

Evacuation Plans Over UK Wounded Amid War Strain

Fragmentary report describes air evacuation efforts for UK wounded, with references to transport routes to England within days and ongoing wartime measures. Mentions food shortages, export controls, and inflation concerns tied to strategic war mobilization.

Brien Jon Pen Princeure Pan Srep England Casugitien Evacuadion Remon Sontien

Commons Debates Defence Plans in War Korea Fears

The Prime Minister Mr Attlee told the crowded House of Commons that confidence Korea can be halted and warned against aggressors. Government measures aim to meet growing world peace dangers, including extended conscription from one month to two years. Churchill’s Conservatives pledged to support the plan, while Labour faced a five day debate on details of new defence allocations and national income impact.

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Polio Suspect Clear in Canberra Hospital Report

A distorted report describes a polio suspect cleared and a new suspected case. The medical superintendent, Dr Oliver, stated the condition of all patients remained stable as authorities investigate the incident.

Dee Wiowdy Canberra

Playwright Bernard Shaw Receives Surgery After Fall

Bernard Shaw, age ninety who fractured his hip in a fall Sunday, underwent an operation in the Drohen hospital. Doctors described his condition as satisfactory and expect a long recuperation. A hospital bulletin stated he would remain under care for about 120 days as he recovers under nurse supervision.

LWMDM Bernard Shaw Hugh Bosdey Tad Bosn R. “Oiner

Big Three Discuss Answers To Soviet World Challenge

The article outlines three main categories for addressing the Korea crisis and the Soviet world challenge. It covers North Atlantic defense, Western Europe security, and United Nations actions to deter expansion and maintain Western unity amid rising Cold War tensions.

World ministers seek unified China and German peace terms

A wartime meeting in New York gathers to urge China’s admission to the United Nations and to discuss Western Germany’s role in postwar security. Delegates from the United States, Britain, France, and other nations anticipate a broad policy on disarmament and negotiations with other powers. The Big Three plan to meet at the Walcott-Amoria Hotel to outline peace terms and wartime strategy.

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450 A-Bombs Arsenal Says Senator Stennis

Senator John Stennis says the United States has 450 bombs and 2,000 planes in the arsenal, enough for fifty bombs to a major Soviet industrial city. He asserts U S superiority and will not concede it, noting the defense program is moving at full speed.

Biloxi United 5 John Stennis Mintissippi Damocrat Stennis United States Soviet Union

Train Disaster Claims 33 Lives in United States

A catastrophic wreck near Ceahceton results in 33 dead and about 60 injured. Officials report difficulty counting bodies due to fragmentation. mayor proclaims official mourning in Wilkie Barre where many soldiers resided. The express train and troop train collided, with brakes and signals failing to prevent the disaster.

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Export Controls on War Materials Questioned

A London based report notes discussions in the Beth Ministry on potential wartime exports. Officials reportedly warned that shipments to Eastern Europe could aid enemy powers, with Harwell energy stakes cited and policy aiming to block essential items from reaching hostile states.

London Tusaday Beth Atatementenkeletine Ertanen Europeas Coutntrien Jovernment Frenenk Meumnents Britain Atoms Nergy Harwell A Spekerman Fanstern Europe

Monetary Board to Maintain Policy Amid Private Meeting

The board concluded there was no plan to change fund policy and will continue the略 sale of maintenance to the public sector, with Goldbrad remaining unchanged.

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World Tributes For Field Marshal Sout Amid Deluge Death

A chaotic obituary notes tributes for Field Marshal Sout after a deadly ailment reported in Muenes. The funeral details: cremation in Pretoria after a state funeral in London is cited, with national broadcasts and remarks from Prime Minister Malen in a period of mourning across the country.

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King Pays Tribute to Smuts as World Leaders Mourning

The King and Queen heard news of Field-Marshal Smuts with mercy and sympathy. Prime Minister Attlee, Winston Churchill, and United Nations officials offered solemn tributes praising Smuts as a devoted patriot, a vast humanitarian, and one of the founders of the UN Charter. Leaders from Britain, Canada, and Australia expressed deep regret, highlighting his intellect, vision, and lifetime service.

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Very Great Man Says Mr Menzies

Very Great Man is praised by Mr Menzies at a conference. The report notes wartime and postwar ties with the late figure, with mentions of ministers and deputies reflecting on his influence and mournful reception.

Mr. Menzies

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