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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 22, 1950

Page

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Surrender of Seoul Imminent by US Marines in Capital

US Marines at the center of Seoul report the capital near surrender as Communist forces retreat across the Han River. Recon pilots say Seoul could fall imminently with Marine units driving northeast and securing key airfields while coordinated actions aim to cut main road and rail routes south of the city.

Seoul Tokyo Acros Han River Wen Noth Kaamong Rou Wan Gat Atlandura Brout Alge U8th Raoul Willimy Owen South Korea

Allied advances push toward Taegu in Korea drive

Allied forces across South Korea report continued penetration since the general offensive began. South Korean and U.S. troops advance toward the Naktong River area, driving toward Manwi and Taegu while isolating pockets of North Korean forces on the Myongpune ridgehead and near Hoxvc.

Moran Atarmeh Bamchok Omer Seoul Saon South-East Korea Manwi Taegu Naktong River Tbe Myongpune Hox Vc

North Korean Colonel Surrenders to UN Forces

North Korean Colonel Lee Hak Ko of the 13th Division walked into American lines south of Tabudong and surrendered, claiming he opposed Austin’s war aims. The 3A-year-old translator noted his high command status and his belief in surrender as opportunity.

Lee Hak Ko Tabudong Hie Bend Tlial Austin United Nations Foress Korea Asia

U S Force for Indo China Not to Be Sent

A State Department spokesman said American troops would not be sent to Indo China. Officials expect no immediate direct American intervention despite threats of Communist attack. The stance reflects government military circles viewing the crisis as not warranting direct US action at this time.

Waxnington Indo-China Glate Department Anl Otorday Tyte

Meteor falls in Tennessee and lights up the sky

A bright meteor lit the Tennessee night near Memphit area shortly after 2 a.m. local time. Witnesses described a vast, daylike glow stretching across the sky toward Kentucky, with colors of red, orange, yellow, and blue and a radiant trail resembling burning ink.

Madimenvelle Nestor Kentucky Saa

Casualties in Korea War Rise to 18012 by Sept 16

Defence Department announced total casualties in Korea War up to last Friday September 16 reached 18,012. Of these 1,858 were killed, 8,635 wounded and 3,018 missing in action.

Wanrusgton Iast Frida Defence Department Sanouheld Thowe

Princess Ordered to Cut Programme

Princess Elisabeth has cancelled part of her engagements in October and November due to health, reducing her programme in London. The move follows pressure about a heavy schedule, with officials noting the need to protect her wellbeing and adjust upcoming duties.

Princess London Princesa Elisabeth

London man undergoes kidney and bladder relief operation

Mr. George Barnard Shew had a second operation at Litton Hospital Bedfordshire to relieve the pluddoe and kidney condition. Nim, a minor thigh operation occurred 13 days earlier. He shows some improvement after the recent procedure and a bulletin noted ongoing kidney treatment.

SHAW

JAPAN TOURIST BUREAU PLANS NEW YORK VISIT

Japan plans tentative 9 day tour through New York, with government approval sought from General MacArthur's headquarters. Announcement lists team members Br PR Brown and vice-captain Lan Ution, Ty J. Gans, Cyril Waanbeock, and others, tied to MCC.

JAP Tourist Bureau N.Y Japan New York MacArthur Barvan Comet MCC Br PR. Brown Bimneit Lan Ution Ty. J. Gans Cyril Waanbeock Profesionala Amas Nate Yale General Crorsnee Brervlary Dee Renew

Labour decisions in two states not to oppose red bill

A Victorian ANP secretary Lovegrove denounces implied cowardice as the ACTU backs a anti Communist measure. Mr Peters MP supports the bill arguing political expediency and principle. Labour warns an election on the bill could reduce party numbers in both houses of parliament.

Labour ANP Lovegrovey Laval Lovegrove Brawiby EW. Peters Labour Party Hosen

Drought and political clashes hit Australian unions and Tasmanian politics

Reports from Melbourne and Hobart detail factional strife within the Australian labor movement as Communist party bans gain support in principle from the ACTU while seeking proof clauses. Manus Island faces two months of drought with minimal water supply, and Tasmanian Labor factions debate policy within the federal climate.

Manus Los Negros Manus Naval Base

Parliamentary Caucus Approves Rail Fare Increase Plan

The 13 member cabinet sub committee chaired by Vice Minister Sheahen agreed to rail fare and freight increases as recommended by Cabinet. The measures aim to raise about 11 million in revenue but were left unsigned due to absence of key member Lande. Rail officials anticipate new rates to take effect in October.

WWE CML Spammakter

Sabotage Suspected on Submarine Sirdar

The Admiralty investigates a suspected tampering on the 7.5 ton submarine Sirdar at Chatham. Reported tampering may have caused serious damage and follows another suspected sabotage in the same period.

Lundun Hureda Admiralty Chatham Ain

Australian wheat sale to Germany amid trade talks

In a fragmented report, Australian wheat movements are noted with figures around 6 to 27 thousand tons and a broader reference to the International Wheat Agreement. The text hints at currency values and pricing per tonne, but the exact details are unclear due to OCR errors.

Germany London Pala

Jungle Road to Tokyo From New Guinea to General MacArthur

A fragmented wartime piece narrates Allied campaigns from New Guinea to Tokyo, praising American and Australian leadership. It references General MacArthur and General Eichelberger, notes pilots and ground forces, and reflects on postwar plans and earlier battles. The text preserves strong entity mentions while fragmentarily recounting events and figures.

American peace plan backed by state leaders debate

A fragmented report outlines U.S. foreign policy debate over a peace plan. Key figures including Acheson defend measures to deter Soviet aggression, propose UN actions, and call for immediate observer missions under a central peace patrol. The piece notes opposition to war and emphasis on diplomacy amid Cold War tensions.

United Nadiona Hsishin Acheron Soviet Union Achenon of & Peare Paltala Monty Siem Wand Brambit Tvs Union Plu Frayne Wens Dehudt General Assembly

Waterfront Resumption at Wellington Harbor

A recall of harbor activities recounts the resumed waterfront operations with ships, watermen, and inspectors attending the event. The report notes a long history of conflict and delays, mentioning several officials and locations tied to the reopening ceremony.

Soviet peace programme debated at United Nations

fragmented text discusses Andrei Vishinsky presenting a Soviet peace plan in the General Assembly amid Cold War tensions. It references U S polar opposition, calls for reduced兵ment during 1980, and Soviet claims of peace defense against warlike threats, with various garbled names and phrases interwoven.

Gener Assembly Andreishinaky United States MSI Makita Phan Heaney Fyrcen Viahinaiey Soviet Union Vinhinaky Viatinsky Hye Combine Nautozis Dally

Plan for Southeast Asian Aid Agreement Report

An international meeting led by prominent figures discusses a unified aid plan for Southeast Asia. The session, held in Melbourne, features notes on Commonwealth involvement and statements from key politicians, including an emphasis on funding and regional cooperation.

London ston sons of mearly EE recuipta

London area residents report unclear activity described as state services and a church affiliation. The brief mentions local institutions and potential inquiries, but the readable text is fragmentary and lacks concrete events or dates.

Vestas State Services Bha Hilla Rere London Ston Sons of Mearly EE

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