14 Sep 1951
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1951
Page
1
Reports from Tokyo say United Nations troops expanded actions across the Korean battlefront as negotiations on Kaesong remained unsettled. Allied air strikes and ground assaults intensified near Pyongyang and Fyoncyans while discussions with North Korea stalled and counter-charges mounted.
A fragmented clip mentions Indonesia and tigers with references to government initiators and a zoo. The text is garbled, showing incomplete names and places, and unclear events or outcomes.
Sydney reports a heavy truck driver, about 25, killed when the vehicle plunged 280 feet down a mountainside near Richmond. Police and emergency crews struggled to reach the twisted wreckage as the driver was found in the cabin. investigators worked for over an hour to confirm the fatality.
Police in Darlinghurst arrest a young mother after she allegedly handed her newborn to officers during a disturbance at an apartment. Officers found the baby crying and taken to a station where the mother was charged with abandoning a child. She later disappeared after speaking with investigators.
Report from London states a submarine wreck was located with television aid. Naval technicians identified the craft after divers, using normal methods, confirmed its identity two thousand feet down. The June 4 recovery follows hours of underwater search and a prior tally of cases referenced in the year’s records.
Canberra reports Professor Oliphant’s U S visit stalled as U S authorities review his case. The Australian physicist, linked with wartime research, faced entry denial amid immigration scrutiny and a decision by Washington officials on whether he could enter. The delay was noted by the Australian press and the Department of Immigration.
The Persian Oil Board offered Mr. G. E. Green to oversee a British refinery project in Abadan. British engineers were withdrawn from the site as Persian deputy premier Buuarcin Pater noted the approval of Dr. Mosaadeg's writ for Britain before the envoy to Mr. Harriman yesterday.
A public appeal urged chambers of commerce and trades unions to discuss economic threats from Japan. A speaker warned of Japanese undercutting of British goods by 10 to 30 percent, urging action to defend prewar standards and seek a fall wage clause in any peace treaty.
A flawed report notes discussions at a chamber meeting led by Director L. Withall and Minister Benatar. The exchange centers on whether Australia should retain a mandate regarding immigration and import controls amid ongoing debates over policy and taxation.
FRANKFURT Thursday The American High Commissioner announced bans on fugitives who fled into Germany on Tuesday and may return to Czechoslovakia if they wish. About eighty six of them are now in U S army custody with plans to return if allowed. The incident raised questions about emergency defense and potential atomic stockpile concerns.
Fragments describe a royal rest request tied to a Tamil entity and a medical treatment. The garbled text mentions a return to lend in a for treatment and references a majesty figure and Beal mnral with possible western connection.
News agency reports that Japan's government circles expect ratification of the treaty by January. The conference will consider war reparations and possible terms, as Tokyo faces pressure from allied powers.
London dispatch cites Daily Telegraph correspondent and Allied intelligence warning of intensified Russian military activity within reach of Japan. Reports claim submarines and naval power buildup threaten Japan, with mentions of Hokkaido and increased submarine patrols and weapons transfers.
The article notes lower wool prices amid fluctuating rates and market conditions. It mentions price comparisons with other fibers, cloned wool considerations, and potential effects from international trade, including costs from the continent and Japan.
Australia faced a proposal to refund wool levy funds after a referendum. The plan would return about 48 million pounds to contributors, amounting to roughly five percent per head, as part of government action following growers’ support.
The three powers discuss Europe wide security concerns amid tensions with the Hear Tran and Egypt. They seek unity on Eurasian threats and the potential for a new Atlantic Pact shaped by military and diplomatic actions.
In a boxing match, Robinson defeats Turpin by technical knockout in the tenth round. The referee stopped the bout after Turpin absorbed heavy blows as Robinson gained the upper hand.
The report outlines plans for a Turpin Robinson heavyweight title bout in London with terms to entice promoters. American promoter Bent on a lucrative deal faces British objections as financial figures and shares circulate, including Robinson and Turpin earnings and venue considerations.
The article outlines a Davis Cup event planned in Canberra with a display during the holiday period. It lists players and officials including W. Bigwel and MR. Fedan, mentions venues like Manuka Court and regional teams from NSW such as Wollongong and Werrington, and notes a committee and allocation details for the tournament.
The report notes NSW hotels to open on a Thursday in September with minister for justice Dawn Wolstein unspecified. details unclear due to damaged OCR text.
The Japanese Association confirmed participation in the Winter Games and announced plans to send a delegation of athletes. A new phase of organization is reported as discussions continue on funding and travel arrangements for February 1952 events.
The Leyton prime minister plans a diplomatic visit to Australia accompanied by senior ministers and officials. The delegation will focus on agriculture, defense, and external affairs cooperation during the trip.
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