Aussies Refuse to Urge U S Halt Hydrogen Tests
Canberra reports that Australia and Britain refuse to press the United States to halt hydrogen bomb experiments in the Pacific. Prime Minister Menzies says Australia will not pressure the U S or others, urging control and inspection as essential. Opposition leader Evatt urges action if UN disarmament progress stalls. The UN disarmament commission meets in New York today after eight months.
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ROK to Attend Korea Meet
Seoul buzzed with rumors that the government will attend the Geneva conference and announce next week. Reporters cited reliable sources but were cautioned against publishing. A six hour meeting followed U S Ambassador Briggs’s call. Pyun Yung-Tai refused comment and Rhee could not be reached.
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Italian Senate Walkout Blocks Hydrogen Bomb Debate
In Rome the Social Democrats walkout halted a leftist push for debate on the hydrogen bomb and Clare Boothe Luce's role. The Senate adjourned after a roll call showed no quorum as anti-Communist Socialists left the chamber following a demand to declare the American envoy unwelcome for alleged political interference.
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U S sorry about H-burned Japanese in Bikini blast
The United States expressed deep regret for injuries to 23 Japanese fishermen from the March 1 hydrogen blast at Bikini and pledged support for their recovery. Japanese doctors fear some may die or be crippled long term, while U S officials cite positive bone marrow tests for two men. Kyodo reports one boat near the danger zone and no infections confirmed. American specialists may assist with treatment and decontamination.
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