Three power plan to run Suez Canal debated in Commons
The Suez crisis dominated Commons debate as Sir Anthony Eden outlined a provisional Canal Users Association plan to manage traffic and collect dues with Egypt paid for use. Prime Minister Menzies watched from the visitors’ gallery and Sir Winston Churchill attended as Labour protested provocations.
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Eisenhower hedges on Suez action plan contrasts with Nasser bold stance
President Eisenhower declined to confirm a united Anglo American French approach to the Suez crisis and said any action would be referred to the United Nations Security Council before use of force. He supported consulting Britain but warned that peaceful means must be exhausted first. Nasser warned that any attack on Egypt would affect the world and urged Arab unity while Britain backed pilots quitting Suez Canal shipping.
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Musical Welcome For Air Marshal Sir Harry Broadhurst
Air Marshal Sir Harry Broadhurst, co-pilot of the record Vulcan flight from England to Australia, was welcomed at Fairbairn air station by government and RAF officials. He spoke on bomber capabilities, noted Vulcan dominance over older fighters, and discussed Britain’s future bomber mix including Vulcan jets and Victora aircraft. He planned to visit Melbourne after a cabinet luncheon and parliamentary duties.
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Tasmanian Election Move After Cabinet Defection
The Tasmanian government seeks an election following the defection of ex Minister Bramich from Labour to the Liberal Party. Leader Jackson says Bramich quit Labour over principle, while Prime Minister Cosgrove labels the opposition motion weak. The plan is to adjourn to October 1 and pursue dissolution if Justice Burbury refuses.
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Mr Allan CP Gwyder criticizes the approach to funding capital works as chaotic, arguing the smaller states suffer from disorganized ty system and adverse outcomes.
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Wool Prices Firm Amid Competitive Market Report
The Ryaney e Sydney Wool Selling Brokers Association notes firm prices as buyers from the Continent United Kingdom and Japan lead demand. Catalogues show mainly medium to fine wools in fair to good length and condition with some vegetable fault. Stock from Central North Western regions and Southern Tablelands plus slopes accounted for a sizable share.
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Israeli Raids on Jordan Reported by Amman
Unconfirmed reports say Israeli forces raided Jordanian territory, attacking dairy facilities and fortress areas. Preliminary figures indicate 19 Jordanians killed and two injured, with the U N Truce Supervision Organisation noting Jordanian authorities complained of night attacks inside Jordan.
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Cabinet disagreement on Suez denied
Sir Arthur said a full Ministry meeting was held to relay the latest information from the Prime Minister and other official sources abroad. He rejected Dr Evatt's claim of cabinet rifts over use of force in the Canal area. Eisenhower wished UN review before any action.
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