12 May 1954
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Newspaper
Inverell Times
Location
Inverell, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 12, 1954
Page
1
A scrambled report notes Russia denouncing a Southeast Asian alliance as political tensions rise. The piece mentions a veteran figure, Wilfred, elected as general of a Salvation movement, with unclear dates and fragmented references to other officials and events.
At a 18 nation Korea conference in Geneva Molotov denounces Western plans for a Southeast Asia collective security system calling them a new military bloc. U S Secretary Dulles downplays talks while urging a Southeast Asia alliance and an Indo China cease fire proposal faces questions in Washington and Geneva.
The article reports Dr R B Madgwick set to address the Invincible Brotherhood with details on the event at Andrew's Wall on Sunday. It notes other officials and the Combined Brotherhood meeting plans and various ceremonial activities surrounding the occasion.
The meeting reviewed costs and feasibility for Hadleigh rail level crossing upgrades. Officials requested a specification showing work details and potential alterations before proceeding with final plans.
Canberra reports indicate the Petrov Royal Commission will start Monday with key proceedings likely held in camera. The commission examines the former diplomatic staff and security issues surrounding the Royal Government system, while Petrov seeks asylum and awaits return after expiry of his term.
Times staff reporters summarize this week's Warialda Show with highlights from events and participants across the fairgrounds.
Ian Allan MHR, representative for Gwydir, urged that Australia’s security and defence must be central to government policy. He accused the incumbent Labour Government of neglecting and diluting defence, referencing Air Force and Army shortfalls and warning of continued weakness if change did not come.
A Chinese freighter Bai Thong was set for radioactivity testing at Cairns after watersiders refused to board the vessel on arrival, amid claims the ship may have passed through nuclear testing zones in the Pacific. Yesterday five watersiders were dismissed for unloading Japanese cement from the wharf.
The Daily Express reports Britain and the United States seeking a rapid agreement on hydrogen and atomic weapons as the Arch of Canterbury urged a treaty to curb armaments. Church and state leaders press for broader disarmament measures to reduce war risks and restore mutual confidence.
The Olympic Organising Committee announced a £2 million plan to build a village near 600 concrete hovels for officials and architects. An international village will be created by the Housing Commission. A new sporting centre at Olympic Park will include a stadium and velodrome as part of the £4,210.60 programme.
Alec W McCumetle t less Fieeei from Taverel wins a ballot for a 16 991 acre block. The land lies between Gondooga and Walgett with ties to Wardalda district. McCumette, a storeman at Macintyre Shire Council, received congratulatory letters and telegrams after the Saturday result.
Market items listed include butter at 42 cents, cheese at 34 cents, potatoes around 60 cents, Lucerne chaff 31 cents, and oaten straw 16 cents. Prime oats and other feeds appear with various small decimals.
In Paris the French Prime Minister M Joseph Laniel faced Communist and anti communist chants as the Nations Assembly demanded debate on Dien Bien Phu. The government stated it was not afraid of the real facts surrounding the fortress fall and the Indo China situation.
Forecast describes a very cold night with temperatures dipping across regions including the south-west and the south. Winds are mild to moderate as the cold air moves in from the northwest, bringing a brisk feel to the evening and overnight hours.
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