16 Jun 1952
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1952
Page
1
Britain would avoid joining the stalled Korean peace talks to prevent signaling a shift in stance. A senior official said British delegates joining now could be seen by China as a change in approach, prompting a wait‑and‑see reaction.
The report notes cattle prices at Mount Honebuah with cows selling 1 to 140, ewes and rams at various bids and heads up to 178 per unit. A quote attributes Lord Alexander saying Britain should not have been represented from the start in the talks, and that the League of Nations has taken the correct line.
Dr Bassett recalls a snowbound London seen from the air as a blur of whiteness and a slushy ground. He contrasts wealth and poverty in Britain, admires British labor and theater, and notes his wary views shaped by American wealth.
Lord Alexander said Communist forces would suffer severe losses and fail to break through if they launched a major offensive in Korea. He noted air power would be used fully, and warned against expanding the war.
London reports indicate Soviet Embassy official Kumetey or Kumeteev remains missing after rumors he received secret Foreign Office information. Court testimony linked a Foreign Office employee to alleged breach of the Official Secrets Act. Embassy spokesman denied departure details.
A former Japanese prime minister, jailed for war crimes, has been released on parole after health concerns. He is reported to be in life threatening condition and seen in a distressing state while under guardianship.
Affected coastal area faces rising Nepean River levels with floodwaters forcing evacuations. Roads, bridges, and telephone lines broken isolating about 2800 people as Sydney warns of weekend damage. Rescue efforts continue while several boats are missing at sea near Byron Bay and Belinda Island.
Four people died in a water incident near a Loop in North America. A slip in swift current led to the drownings. four others are missing. Rescue efforts by a search plane located the Loop while a cutter and crew investigated, with authorities naming casualties by initials and noting a woman and a child among those affected.
The diplomatical clash in Tokyo marked by Soviet influence and Allied status hints at a prolonged political battle between the United States and Japan over occupation legality. The Australian lottery draw lists major prize winners in Sydney and surrounding areas.
Fire ravaged Bundarra Hotel injuring no one and destroying the main building and adjacent structures. Firefighters from Inverell pumped wells dry and prevented spread toward Kwong Sing and Co. Residents, including Mr. Buck and Mr. Purdut, raised the alarm. Coroner Mr. Clemman noted heroic brigade efforts saved outbuildings and nearby stores.
Britain’s defence leaders plan talks during a London visit as Asia defense policy faces scrutiny. The report notes Davis Cup semi finals results and regional French and British sports outcomes alongside geopolitical discussions involving Sir Gerald Tempier andMalayan affairs.
Fragmented notes show prices and items like butter mia cheese and various commodities with cryptic abbreviations and odd spellings. Wheat and oats values appear with units and ranges, while several names or places remain unclear.
Weather forecast details cold conditions and rain spreading across the south east and western slopes. Gales and strong westerlies are possible in coastal regions with warnings for river catchments and flooded areas. Expect very rough to high seas and intensified cool air mass moving inland.
Sydney Monday service for Edward Patrick Sheedy, chairman of ferry press limited, at Church of England in Morthayne, 3 pm. He was a director of BP, ML and Godney, and held positions with Australia Prem Led and Merwomsthe ald end Miners. Survived by a family.
Brief dispatch cites press claims that Reds plan to seize control of the Korean government with help from funds and political maneuvers aimed at gaining a parliamentary majority in Seoul. Syngman Rhee’s government faces opposition echoed by what the report calls conservative elements.
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