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Newspaper

Warwick Daily News

Location

Warwick, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 14, 1954

Page

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Eden Seeks Breakthrough In Geneva Laos Deadlock

British Foreign Secretary Eden and Russian counterpart Molotov met in Geneva on an inconclusive session over the Laos Cambodia deadlock. Casey in Geneva pressed for mind-to-mind talks with Bedell Smith and others as Western delegates prepare for a final bid to salvage the nine nation Indo China talks amid fading prospects for an armistice in Vietnam.

Geneva Anthony Eden Molotov Eee Eden Walter Bedell Smith Laos Reuter Cambodia R. G. Casey Casey Knights Menon India United Nations Cial Lie Confer Bede Smith Jen Bedell Smith Vietnam Ntece Ohuane Uiee

Decline Forecast in Australia Export Earnings

Canberra reports a sharp forecast drop in Australia export earnings from rural producers. The forecast shows earnings falling by at least six percent to about £41 million in 1852 83, with a rise to an estimated £630 million year. The report notes a parallel decline in stocks and a drastic drop in wheat and flour exports plus increased home consumption and lower meat exports.

Canberra Australia Fr Hom Ustre le

Diesel Train for Kyogle Service Gains

NSW Railways plans a £6 million upgrade including a diesel Sydney to Brisbane train running about 16 hours, down from 19. The ten-car set features two second-class sittings, one first-class car, three twin-berth sleepers, a single-berth car, two-level seating, and a buffet dining car drawn by red diesel-electric locomotives. Rail Commissioner R Winsor approved the project but did not specify a start date.

Sydney- Brisbane New ‘Souths Wales Railways Winsor New South Wales Railways Sydney-Brisbane Mr. Winsor Saigon

Inflation figures cited for 1989 54 versus 1952 53

The fragment notes a monetary figure comparison for 1989 54 against 1952 53 with mentions of markets and conditions. Names, dates, and clear events are not fully readable, but the context suggests discussion of economic indicators and calls for measures amid market conditions.

Emer Ovetsess

Sinking Nukulau Rescued After 13 Taken Off

In darkness 200 miles off New South Wales coast, 13 men were rescued from the small motor ship Nukulau before she sank. The CSR steamer Floris joined the rescue, reaching the scene at dawn after distress signals were sent at 6.19 am on Saturday. The Nukulau’s deck was already awash and nine or ten crew were aboard when rescue arrived. captains and officers provided details on crew composition and ship status.

Sydney New South Wales Onn Nukulan Istress Tvicinius Merase

Union Leaders Withdraw from A.LP. Executive

In Sydney the Federal secretary of the Australian Workers' Union T Dougherty and four other trade union leaders pulled from the New South Wales State Labour Party executive. The move follows Senator P S Kennelly's resignation as A L P Federal secretary and amid a party rift over Federal election policy. Nominations closed with several officials not renominated including C Oliver W E Allport and G Neilly. The withdrawal sparks talk of a deeper split within the NSW Labour ranks.

Sydney Australian Workers’ Union T. Dougherty New South Wales Labour Party P. 5. Kennelly A.L.P Melbourne Kennelly A A. Calwell Menzies New New South Wales Alp U. C. Oliver Nsw AWC W. E. Allport Timber Workers Union Williams Building Labourers’ Union G. Neilly Miners’ Federation AWW Pemghetty Abe Australia A.W.U State Labour Party

Tiger and Leopard Blamed for 187 Deaths in India

Villagers hunted a man-eating tiger and a leopard blamed for 187 deaths in Sidhi province. The leopard has terrorized the Medhwas area, with about 100 killed, while the tiger has slain 87, mostly women and children. A reward of 2 500 rupees was offered for each animal.

Ewa India Medhwas Sidhi

Evatt Accused of Misrepresentation in Elections

Sydney reports Acting Prime Minister Sir Eric Harrison accusing Dr. H. Evatt of misrepresentation over Labour's majority claim in the federal election. A table shows Liberal CP 2,526,666 votes, ALP 2,?667, Communist 4911, others 73,082, with adjustments for uncontested seats and cross-endorsement gaps.

Sydney Sir Eric Harrison Dr. H. Evatt Labour Eric Evatt Country Liberal-CP_ 2 Iso Liberal and Country Parties Labour Party

Sydney Publican Provides Super Service

Sydney publican Max Shepherd of the Northern Chub Hotel offers varied entertainment and services for patrons. The bar features films, tape recordings of past sports events, a pianist and accordionist, and lounge seating served by waiters. A fruit drink machine for teetotalers is explained by Mr. Kipherd as a popular feature with many patrons using it.

Sydney Max Shepherd Chub Rventa Kipherd

Talking dog leads to alcohol charge in Collie court

Perth report describes a Collie man charged with drunkenness after claiming a dog in a hotel utility talked to him on the night. Constable Lawler testified the man received a call about the talking dog and that the dog barked as the man claimed. The man admitted drinking about five hours after work and was fined ten shillings with costs.

Perth Totel Collie Brian Lawler Dag

Thieves Strip Fittings from Unoccupied New Homes

Sydney reports a well organized gang stripping fittings from unoccupied new houses. Thieves in fast utility trucks haul baths sinks basins and fittings worth thousands. They target Housing Commission sites using skeleton keys and chisels to remove items and load them onto trucks.

Sydney Housing Commission Saat Bullaine Homes

New Cabinet Crisis in France

Paris reports a fresh cabinet crisis as President Rene Coty weighs accepting Prime Minister Laniel's resignation. Laniel's minority won a confidence vote by a narrow margin, triggering appeals for a new government program and talks with key parliamentary leaders as France seeks a remedy amid the indochina crisis.

Paris Rene Coty Joseph Laniel Laniel National Assembly Hen Bonen Set Jorge Ary Grating Ca Ganiine Jacques Chagan-Delams Michel Deere Lanjel China

All Fit Men Should Be Trained for Defence

Sir Raymond Huish, state president of the RSL, told delegates at the State RSL conference that all able men should be trained for defence and not rely on others. He criticized exemptions on grounds other than physical unfitness, saying religion should not influence conscription and only medically unfit men should receive exemptions.

Army RSL Raymond Huish Isis Raymond Wacol Australia

World Wheat Position Described As Very Sticky

Australian Wheat Board chairman Sir John Teasdale warned the world wheat market was very sticky on Saturday night. He said if the international wheat agreement collapsed Australia’s 60,000 wheat growers would face headaches. He left Sydney by plane to attend the International Wheat Council meeting in London from June 18 to June 30.

Sydney Australian Wheat Board John Teasdale Australia Bave International Wheat Council London

Boy Admits Starting Fire That Killed Seven In Chicago

An 11-year-old boy, Marion Gregory, told police he started a tenement fire by flipping a cigarette butt into rubbish in a stairwell, killing seven and injuring nine. Detectives noted he drinks whisky and smokes occasionally. five empty bottles and sensational comic books were found at his home.

Chicago John O'Malley Marion Gregory Robert Ryan Lewis

RSL Seeks Amendment to Liquor Laws in Queensland

Bundaberg reports the State Congress of the RSL urged the Queensland Government to amend the Liquor Act to grant RSL clubs licences for sale and supply of liquor under parliamentary conditions. The move, led by Mr. G Carroll, argues clubs can operate responsibly without becoming grog shops and could fund services for members. The government plans legislation in the next session to address licensing clubs.

Bundaberg R.S.L Queensland G. Carroll Behal Carroll Mackay New South Wales League Cic Harbire RSL Seemne Harburg

Raid on Armagh Arms Depot Reported by IRA

Irish Republican Army claimed raid on Royal Irish Fusiliers depot at Armagh in Northern Ireland. About 390 rifles, light machine guns, Sten carbines and ammunition were taken. Barracks were briefly seized for 20 minutes before guards reclaimed control as attackers overpowered sentries and restrained personnel. Details remained sparse due to police restrictions.

Dublin Irish Republican Army Northern Ireland Royal Irish Fusiliers Armach Gough Parracks Armagh Berkeles

RSL Urges Communist Danger Despite Nuance

At the State Congress in Bundaberg Sir Raymond Huish urged using the phrase Russian or Soviet imperialism to sharpen RSL propaganda against Communism. He argued the danger lies in imperialist aims and world revolution, not pure political philosophy, urging continued Ex-Servicemen action.

Bundaberg R.S.L Raymond Huish League Com. Com B.S.L Sir Raymond Mackay Central District G. Robinson Soviet Russia G. Carroll R. G. Robinson Cent

Flying Saucer Reports Pose Puzzle in Britain

In Britain, two witnesses Nigel Frappist and Doreen Heffer reported seeing a circular object emitting flame coloured light from a central cockpit. The craft hovered over a field for over a minute, moving silently with a swish, before moving away. Heffer observed from a window thinking a forest fire. A Swiss air report notes an illuminated object circling Zurich on June 11.

Nigel Frappist Doreen Heffer Zoe Frapple Hisycle Wedge Frappe Aeiss Heffer Vias AM Minster Seporte Zurich

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