U K Bank Rate Rise Sparks Taxing Debate and Market Move
The United Kingdom faces a shock bank rate increase as the government and Bank of England take bold action to curb inflation. Chancellor Thorneycroft reiterates no devaluation while pledging investment controls and a new lending stance to stabilize the pound. Labor critics urge caution, warning against empty promises and unemployment risk amid higher borrowing costs.
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Two Killed In Landrover Crash On Yass Road
Two young men died yesterday when their Landrover left Yass Canberra road near the ACT border. It plunged into a gully and hit a tree head on, the engine pushed back to the driving seat. Police seek plates and relatives as they investigate the fatal collision believed to have occurred about 1 30 pm on a straight stretch of good road. The vehicle carried camping gear maps and what appeared to be geological specimens from a long touring expedition. One victim to be flown to Canberra from Melbourne.
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US Air Aid To Australia In Thee Days
General O P Weyland, commander of the US Air Force Tactical Air Force, said during a press interview that American planes armed with nuclear weapons could aid Australia within days if attacked. He emphasized Australia as a key element of US planning and referenced a pact guiding alliance, noting readiness upon invitation from Australian authorities.
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Car Surrounds Tree After Double Tragedy
Two young men were killed in a head on crash on the Yass Canberra Road near Hall when their Landrover collided with a tree. The front of the vehicle almost encircled the trunk and the tree was split by the impact. Identification of the deceased may be confirmed today.
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Shoppers Clash With Pickets In Sydney Arcade
Late night shoppers and pickets clashed in a Sydney arcade when union pickets tried to block shop doorways. A nightwatchman alerted police as the disturbance escalated but was quelled before police could intervene. A Department of Labour officer said 39 shops would be prosecuted for alleged trading after hours.
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Baby Drowns In Creek Near Wingham
A baby boy named Terry Wayne Green crawled a quarter mile from his parents home and was found face down in a creek near Wingham. The incident occurred today.
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Evatt critics face elimination as party drafters seek rivals
Australia wide party sources report moves to redraw branch lines and deny endorsements to several NSW MPs including F Stewart, F Daly, D Minogue, C Morgan, and A Luchetti to remove Evatt opponents. Chambers expelled in Adelaide after criticizing Evatt. NSW ALP calls for nominations with federal vote due November 1958.
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Australia not to become nuclear armed says Menzies
In Parliament Mr. Menzies stated Australia would not become a nuclear armed country but would base defence planning on conventional weapons. He warned that widespread manufacture of nuclear arms by many powers could lead to dangerous costs and risks.
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New Zealand Premier Holland resigns health cited
Prime Minister H G Holland submits resignation to Governor General Lord Cobham after medical advice. Deputy Leader Keith Holyoake to succeed him. Holland remains in the Executive Council while Holyoake is sworn in at Government House.
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Polish defence head for China war
Polish defence minister General Marion leads delegation to consult with Chinese authorities amid tensions. Note: unreadable text limits further specifics.
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