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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1951
Page
1
A dubious early draft notes a surge in U S defence outlays and rising weekly costs, warning inflation could worsen as purchasing power declines. The report cites war-time spending pressures and civilian competition for goods, with cautions about long term price stability.
The Soviet Union proposed talks toward a Korean cease fire and a possible armistice. Agencies report U.N. officials weighed four follow up options while U.S. officials urged caution amid propaganda concerns. Major players include Malik Morrison Lies, Trygve Lie, Dean Acheson, and General Ridgway. The response from Washington indicated interest but caution over Soviet motives.
Two prisoners on the Brisbane to Townsville mail train escaped the carriage after prying open a window and using the communication cord. They were recaptured along the line at Rosedale. Bernard held at Stuart Gaol Townsville, Taylor injured but allowed to continue. Police pursued other escapees from nearby prisons with limited leads.
Ipswich detectives made a 90 mile trip to arrest a man on a gaming charge. The operation involved travel to Blackloanet and involved expenses noted as $59. The incident centers on the pursuit and apprehension of the individual by local police.
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London reports say Moscow and Pekin influence shape any potential settlement while Soviet and Chinese positions hinder new initiatives. Western observers note no clear readiness from China for talks as UN efforts proceed with potential Big Four discussions in doubt.
An engineer named Henry Anderson of Middle Park reports his pillow hid 310 dollars was stolen after a window was forced open into his bedroom on Saturday night. Police investigate the burglary as details from the scene remain unclear.
A 4.43 pm quake rattled Wellington and wider North Island causing clocks to stop and chimneys to drop in Obakune near Mount Ruapehu. No serious damage or injuries reported as radio stations aired reassurances and lines were checked for damage.
The Brisbane press report recounts three Australian soldiers claiming they were misquoted in a Tribune story about statements made in a Chinese POW camp. Families defend their husbands as patriotic and deny aiding propaganda, while Army records show recovered soldiers dates prior to the interview.
Brisbane reports an editorial in the Teachers' Journal urging a yearly refresher for state teachers to adapt to the new syllabus. The piece argues refresher courses improve instruction and plans a senior officer to visit schools to assess and possibly provide a week of training in education centres.
Buenos Aires reports six killed and 34 injured when a suburban train struck the rear of another halted train amid unclear background data. Witnesses recount propaganda discussions and prisoner experiences during wartime training and ideology lectures.
Reuters reports Persian troops surrounded Abadan refinery as only two British tankers remained. Warnings from Mr. Saleh followed threats to British staff and property, with fears of an early refinery shutdown amid rising tensions and a possible withdrawal of British employees.
A Sydney debate centers on why butter is not being held in stores as prices rise. Minister F J Pinnani says shortages persist and that federal assurances offered no clear solution for future production or stock.
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