No Gain in Wheat Gifts
In a discussion on grain supply and dietary preferences, Mr. Casey highlights that wheat is not a preferred staple in many eastern countries. He notes rising rice consumption over the past decade, with 1952-53 figures showing rice dominating food grains in nations such as Ceylon, Burma, Indonesia, and Thailand near or at 100 percent.
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Malaya
Indonesia
Indo
China
Thailand
Subsidy Demand Over Ammo Sparks Shooter Debate
The fragmented report notes shooters seeking financial support for ammunition amid ongoing concerns. Officials and agencies weigh potential subsidies while local reaction ranges from support to skepticism as discussions unfold.
Labour Seeks Probe on Lawson Voting
A senior ALP official was sent to Dubbo to investigate complaints about last Saturday's Federal election poll for the Lawson seat. NSW secretary C W Anderson said Manning complained to Sydney, Wright MLC flew back with him to probe the allegations, while poll clerks and scrutineers were discussed as part of the inquiry. The ALP conference in June will debate measures including banning private properties as polling places.
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Labour
Lawson
Sydney
A.L.P
Dubbo
New South Wales
Australian Labour Party
C. W. Anderson
Anderson
ALP
Lawcon
H. A. Manning
BE. Wright
Manning
Mann
Muller
Aaa
Hell
Oppenheimer Faces Clearance Doubt Over Conduct
A three man atomic security board urged denying J Robert Oppenheimer access to atomic secrets citing security concerns and conduct in the hydrogen bomb program. The recommendation, not final, goes to the five member Atomic Energy Commission for final action. Oppenheimer admits past Communist associations but denies party membership, insisting his hydrogen bomb stance was scientific and moral.
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Washington
Special Atomic Security Board
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Mnthe
Atip of
Gordon Gray
North Carolina Uniovest
Gry
Tiwnas Morgan
New York
Oppenheimer
Atomic Energy Commission
Commission
K. D. Nichols
Communist Party
Truman
Prison escape tale and inmate connections emerge
O'Connor testified before the Public Servic Board about an attempted prison escape. He described receiving a telegram for Cornelius, the escapees allegedly aided by others, and stated Fleming and Prior were serving dishonesty sentences. The case was adjourned today as the inquiry continues.
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O'Connor
W. H. Boden
Comeel
Ing Public Servic Board
Conviete
Nome
Boden
Cornelius
Crane Sears
Fleming
Prior
Coutts Victory in Griffith Vote Widens Labour Lead
REPORTS from Brisbane indicate Ald. Coutts of Labour moves toward winning Griffith as absentee ballots trim Liberal lead. About 700 votes remain to be counted with Coutts down 344 after 1388 absentee tallies. Other seats show tight races with Fraser gaining in Wannon and McLeod’s margin shrinking in different districts. overall state counts keep outcomes uncertain until preferences are distributed.
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Labour
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Berry
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Marrowly
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Wannon
Sittine
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Tabour
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Brimblecombe
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Mas
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Ian
Wurlil Une
Count Camss
Petrov Hearing to Call Noted Figures for Evidence in Sydney
In Sydney the Royal Commission resumes on June 11 with witnesses to be named by Mr. Windeyer. Prominent individuals are expected to be called, and a date for Vladimir Petrov and his wife to appear will be announced, though no evidence will be taken immediately. The process may extend over several days with preparations underway.
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Royal Commission of Espionage
High Court
W. F. W. Windeyer
Windeyer
Vladimir Petrov
Commission
K. Herde
Tow Again Near Pearl Bay North of Rockhampton
In Brisbane the disabled Dutch tank landing craft and the minesweeper H M A S Waren are expected to rendezvous near Pearl Bay about 60 miles north of Rockhampton. Waren is planned to tow the Dutch craft toward Moreton Bay and may proceed before Sunday.
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Brisbane
H.M.A.S. Waren
Pearl Bay
Rockhampton
Li UN
Waren
Moreton Bay
Pope's Body for Venice in Vatican Conclave Debate
In Rome the Vatican debates the fate of the pope’s body for Venice amid confusion. Cardinal Giuseppe discusses sainthood and the collective decision for declaring the pope’s status during the conclave. Venetians await clear guidance on whether the pope remains alive in their faith and polity.
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Rome
Barat
Giuseppe
Venice
Vatican
Manjimup crash pins driver after truck shunts tree
An aging timber truck on a rural Tasmanian or Western Australian road crashed near Manjimup after skidding on a bend. The impact slammed the vehicle into a tree, pinning the driver in the cab. He was hospitalized with serious injuries. The incident followed a heatwave that affected the area, with the truck reportedly carrying timber or related cargo. Authorities investigated the cause and conditions at the scene.
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Atrend
Manjimup
Op ii
Tenardi
Archbishop lauds Graham's evangelism and impact
The Archbishop at Canterbury in diocesan notes praises Billy Graham as a humble, godly evangelist whose mission has strengthened the church, brought new grace to believers, and won many to Christ. He urges churches to learn from Graham’s ability to express faith and to use their gifts for God's work.
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London
Canterbury
Menzies to Visit Sir Arthur Fadden in Brisbane
Prime Minister Menzies will fly to Brisbane to see Sir Arthur Fadden, the Federal Treasurer, their first meeting since Fadden’s motor accident last Friday. They will discuss Friday’s cabinet agenda on Indo China arms, a potential portfolio reshuffle, and Australia’s stance on a Southeast Asian pact as events unfold from Washington.
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Wee
Australia
Takin
Tia
Washington
To Seek New Life After Death Sentence Wife Vanishes
11 year old widow Gloria Holl wife of Ronald Vincent Holl was sentenced to death for the murder of CSLR O scientist Olaf Perkman on a South Mall train. She fled Central Court after the verdict, returned to Herne Bay with her three children, then disappeared with belongings by truck to an unknown address. Her mother said Gloria plans to start over, with the children aged 2 and 18 months, and possibly a fourth child on the way. The father searched for his daughter after she did not return home.
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Ronald —Vincent Holl
Cslr O
Olaf Perkman
South- Sry Mall
Evatt to Explain at ALF Conference in Sydney
Dr Evatt, Federal Opposition Leader, will speak at the ALF State Conference in Sydney on June 13 his first public engagement since the elections Organisers expect him to outline why Labor lost the election and which policy path Labour should take The article notes potential moves to challenge Evatts leadership over the defeat.
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Dr. Evatt
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Syndy
Labour
Mb Openstion Enatata
Goodna Escapee Details From Brisbane Night Hospital
A fragmented report describes an escapee from a Goodna area Brisbane night hospital. The man, aged about 32, blue eyes, scar on left cheek, green sleeveless top, black shoes, and other identifying features, was last seen at the hospital around 6 45 pm yesterday.
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Mental Hospital
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Rey Rousers
Bhick
Gan
U S Suspects Delay Tactics At Geneva Peace Talks
Washington officials warned Communist negotiators at the Geneva Far East Peace Conference would stall as Vietminh forces moved toward the Red River Delta in Indo China. Reports say General Giap’s troops regroup for an assault while French Union troops evacuate Donetalat on the Mekong amid Vietminh activity. Saigon shells rattle the city as an ammunition depot fires possibly from sabotage.
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Geneva
Indo-China
Red River
Reuter
Vo Hi-Guyen Giap
Korea
Aten
Inno-Chine
Tyite
Tanol
Gomsumise
Hanoi
Tse
Delte
Donetalat
Meikong River
Laos
Bassac
Mekong
Doentalat
Saigon
Tobacco Board Storage Plan Presented in Brisbane
A fragmentary report notes the Tobacco Board considering a storage facility in Brisbane to hold unsold or usable tobacco for future sale. Mr E Short cites financing from the United States and stresses a cautious approach with no immediate storage facilities, aiming to guard market stability.
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Brisbane
E. Short
Yesterte
Isrom
States
Emsii Manu
Two Years to Study Saucers and Air Force View
An Air Force spokesman said reports of flying saucers were welcome but not reliable. He noted only four percent of sightings could not be explained, with many cases proven to be aircraft, optical illusions, or meteors. He cited glowing reports and meteor showers as factors in heightened sightings.
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Air Force
United States
Sil
Amtralls
Victoria
Washington
Miss Martel Wins Divorce After Short Marriage
Christiane Martel once Miss Universe 1953, and Ronald Marengo fledgling union ended in divorce after Martel testified to deception and misled plans for a film career. The couple wed January 10 in a lavish ceremony attended by parents and about 1000 guests.
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Stockton
California
Christiane Martel
Ronald Marengo
Miss Martel
Marengo
Christane
Hollywood
Pla
Mexico
South America
Early Margins Case Finish Hinted By Industrial Court
BRISBANE reports Justice Barry suggested a prompt decision on the margins case after hearing from the Industrial Court. The Electrical Trades union sought an increase to 2/8 per hour while employers and union leaders warned of wider effects on wages, bonds, and financial members. A Williams of the Metal Trades Employers Association anticipated a ruling on the general margin claim before Electroplaters’ applications, with potential impact on strikes in Maryborough and Mackay and overtime bans at Brisbane power stations.
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Brisbane
Barry
Tt al
Hongut
A. Williams
Metal Trades Employers Association
Maryborough
Mackay
Population gain in Australia in first quarter reported
Official migration figures show Australia added a net population gain of 14 575 in the first quarter of this year. The gain marks an increase of 2 442 from the same period last year, with 435 during the quarter ending December.
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