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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 26, 1953

Page

1

Nato approves large munitions build up programme

Paris reports the North Atlantic Council has approved a vast defence plan costing over 31.6 billion pounds. Each NATO member except Luxembourg will carry out one tonnage production programme funded by producing countries and US offshore procurements, aiming to strengthen European armaments and air force production.

Paris North Atlantic Council Europe N.ajt.o Lugembourg United States

New wheat named after Sherpa Tensing

A Victorian Agriculture department announced a new wheat variety named Sherpa after Sherpa Tensing who summited Everest. At the farmer field day the naming was discussed with emphasis on high yield. Researchers presented early trials showing promising returns compared with existing strains.

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UK Experts Attend Talks In America Amid Exchange Debate

UK experts travel to the United States for discussions on a proposed bilateral exchange system. Sources say the talks focus on policy shifts, economic ties, and potential atomic research implications, with emphasis on information sharing and long term strategic collaboration.

High Clock Plant in Melbourne Shuts Over Costs

Australian unit Weablox iAust Pty Ltd, owned by General Time Corp of New York, halted operations at its 47 year old clock factory in Melbourne due to rising costs and weak export demand. About 285 employees impacted now, with 60 more to follow. Half the workers are women. The firm blamed elevated finished-coast pressure and international price competition.

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Man Confessed In Cross Country Fire Murder Case

M Pred McManus a 19 year old marine confessed in a cross country crime involving an 18 year old accomplice last March. He was found guilty of murder at Arat and will be sentenced tomorrow.

Walabies Lose Captain In Fourth Test

A disrupted fourth Test sees the Australian captain leave due to an injury as MerK Barker and Nick Keehudle step into key roles. The lineup shifts ahead of the match against South Africa at Cart Elizabeth with expectations of bold leadership from Merk Barker and the forward unit.

Walabies Tan Bere Africa Ralomon Merk Barker Nick Keehudle Gant Front Vow Forward

Britain Studies Japan Admission To GATT

Britain voices cautious stance on Japan joining the GATT, saying the move should not worsen imports and labor standards. A multinational working party, including Belgium Canada Chile Denmark France India Pakistan Britain and the USSR, will discuss the admission this week and report in three weeks. Britain urged a careful approach amid fears of cheap imports and substandard conditions.

Britain Board of Trade Pater ‘Thorneycroft Geneva Gla.t.t Belgium Canada Chile Denmark France India Pakistan Auatrail Waneion

U K Doctors Do More Under Socialised Medicine

A British Medical report based on a survey of 138 general practitioners reveals growth in workload under socialised medicine. It notes longer hours, increased administrative tasks, and concerns over patient demand while doctors report strain from overwork and staffing gaps.

U.K Tionemphail

Victorian ALP Warned Of Peace Convention

Victorian Labor Party leaders and supporters were warned about an approaching peace convention. The article notes preparations for a national gathering in Melbourne next month and mentions delegates and affiliations within the party amid broader international discussions.

Victorian A.L.P Melbourne Bydaay Milbourne Laveguire Aeep Eavearove Atte Iar Communiet Paris Entlog Anu Uae

U S Plan to Sell Surplus Food to Foreign Nations

A U S plan outlines selling surplus food to Britain and other nations using American dollar credit and foreign currency, with prices set to favor payments in low-value currencies. The administration aims to move about 112 million dollars worth of surplus goods within weeks, asserting aid while reducing domestic stockpiles.

U.S Washington Med Statenikeporingse Uipan Britain Coneresa

Health scheme acclaimed in Sydney meeting

The World Medical Association unanimously endorsed the Aviatyalian health reform plan. Officials including Commonwealth Minister for Health Bie Bark Fuge and Lista Sie Earle attended a BOA Congigtration. Derogatas representing thirty counties praised the organized medical profession, with strong support for the reform and its rollout.

Sydney Ti World Medical Association Commonwest Bie Bark Fuge Lista Yas Hs

Pole Alleges Russian World Plot in Soviet Strategy Speech

Dr Marek Korowicz told a Congressional panel that Moscow aims to conquer the free world without open war by 1970 or 1980 and plans another communist peace offensive. He cited Soviet grand strategy and warned of propaganda by Polish satellites to influence the West.

Ten Germany Korea Lugano Lairfranc Reitserland Ortober West Germany Soviet Union Petitstad Avaria Indo-China Soviet Russia Free World Marek Korowicz Meravies Duke OF Alba Fila Croesnae Elace Landon United Foam Maton Poland Duke Hotee Runsisander London American U.N Ivante Lion BkaIin

Iran government spokesman denies report cited by press

A government spokesman, Arild Moor, denied claims reported by Daily Exprem regarding Teheran. The official stated the information was inaccurate and emphasized no agreement or concession had been made.

Aioe Iit Arild Moor

Jakarta claims Sumatra rebels under control

Indonesian army says over 500 insurgents were arrested in recent riots and that the Sumatra situation is under control. Skirmishes continue in northern Sumatra and on the coast as troops and police regain control after emergency measures were invoked. Reuters confirms government communique notes reduced rebel activity and strengthened security across Atjen and surrounding areas.

Atjen Sumatra Rettter Ning Jakarta Mrv Wong Wy Sarat Ayeo Norubere Bilmatré Blinday Wren Surat Ne Sore Ree Fe Polles Wongsosagare Porters Aitualion Ja Bot Sr’ Saek Cms Tor Ata “Reuters Sosa Tver the Times Indonesia

Americans Refuse Repatriation in Korea Controversy

In Korea, a minority of 22 Americans along with 885 Koreans and a Royal Marine refuse repatriation amid UN forces. Army officials report pressure and possible coercion to return, while relatives express shock and support for staying with Communist allies. Condron family letters indicate unique support for the communist cause.

Wabhington Cammunfetn Kare Anny Panmungan Jone Royal Marine Comiguuniaie Ae Andrew M. Confron Washington Feintlven Masty United Nations Korea

Briton Captured by Reds Reported in London Broadcast

Fragmentary London report notes a British national allegedly held by Communist forces. Details on location, identity, and conditions are unclear in the garbled transmission.

London Lochian BBC The Reds I Karen

Communists accuse UN unit of fabricating prisoners

In a September letter the Communist party accuses the Allied forces of fabricating a unit of 3,400 men held as prisoners and not repatriated under armistice terms. They claim most listed men were not accounted for and that 44 Americans and others were involved, with many returned or released elsewhere.

Torio Priany Allon Allten Uist Chinene Supreme Command Cindeminada Felten

Deputation Pushes Free Tax Area Above 26th Parallel

A Western Australia deputation led by Mr Hancock and joined by three readers of the Northern Hehabuttation Committee argues for a tax free zone above the 26th parallel to attract capital and settlers. They praise abolition of large pastoral holdings as a path to wider enterprise while urging support for full development in the region.

Erin Amirali Talury Parner Alelbouer Canherre Western Australia Hancock Leslie Juehmirrra Lelie Ald Australia

Coronation Revived Amid Religious Reform Fears

In Edinburgh, Rt Rev Professor James Pit Wai predicts radical changes to coronation rites and church views at the Church of Scotland. He warns reform could alter ceremonies and the line of succession, as calls for broader religious shifts echo across the Great Service.

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Myxomatosis Sells Felt Hat Prices Rise

In Amsterdam on a Friday a siren spurred market chatter as felt hat prices increased amid uncertain supply. Local merchants reported higher costs for traditional headwear, impacting buyers and sellers in morning trade.

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