23 Apr 1947
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1947
Page
1
Senator Vandenberg told the Senate that aid to Greece and Turkey is a matter of urgent welfare for the United States. Malone accused Britain of failing to meet financial agreements and criticized its license system and pound value as harming Allied prospects.
Fragmentary notes from Berlin show brief mentions of three events and a reference to Tuesday. Details are unreadable and no names or places are confirmed.
The article notes a royal presence in Capetown with a memorable 21st celebration and a major parade of ex servicemen and women. A three foot high cake made by Boer veterans is described, along with reviews of 7000 service members. The event includes orchestras and government functions across the Union.
The Central Electricity Board reports to the Minister for Power plans to install turbine units soon. The new turbines aim to load output and boost capacity, promising an economical plant development.
Fragmentary text shows a dispute over Trieste involving the United States and Russia with references to Sweden and parliamentmen. The notice hints at a broader diplomatic deadlock and competing claims without clear resolutions.
The report lists Australian exports to North America highlighting diverse items from wool and fruit to bowls and bicycle parts. It notes shipments bound for Canada and the United States including 15,000 cases of fresh pears and various boot components, with transit and transshipment details amid a royal proclamation from Copenhagen.
The composer Aistry Wincott, aged 80, known for the wartime song From Armentieres and other popular tunes, is mourned in a public tribute. The headline notes his 4th published work and his connection to national morale.
The Minister for Labour and Industry Dr. Hamilton claims the Labour Government achieved stability development and social security over six years in office. He praises the introduction of the 40 hour week while noting deception by the Liberal Party leader.
In Moscow on Tuesday the foreign ministers ended a semi secret two hour meeting without major progress on the Austrian treaty. An official spokesman said Austria would be on the agenda again and noted only three advisers remained in the room.
Fragmentary item notes an empty warship off Britain undergoing repair. Other readable words mention forts and a search, with unclear context or dates.
Egyptian delegates press for termination of the British mandate in Palestine while the Assembly is asked to meet conditions to place the issue on the agenda. Reports detail a Jerusalem bombing, hunger strike in Cyprus camps, and clashes as violence disrupts travel and security actions in the region.
Japanese soldiers at Peleliu begin surrender after two years in the hills as U S Marines press operations. The surrender follows protracted negotiations and coercive tactics by the Marine forces amid combat conditions.
In a letter to General Marshall Molotov proposed Russian American cooperation on assisting Korea. The plan calls for forming a provisional Korean government and uniting parties to ensure universal rights and national development including economy and culture. Dowager Queen Alexandrina requests dignified white mourning for King Christian’s funeral service.
Liaquat Ali Khan, leader of the Moslem League bloc in the Interim Government, says Indian states will disregard Nehru's threat. He notes only a handful of states have yielded to Congress and that most await the Viceroy talks outcome. States may pursue independent deals or sovereign status after British India’s future is announced.
In Auckland the strike over repairs to the liner Wanegella led to a stop-work meeting after workers refused overtime. Union representatives prepared to hear reports on claims while resignations were handed in later this morning amid disagreements on publicity and in-camera hearings.
Dutch families caring for Australian and New Zealand airmen buried in the Netherlands want to contact the next of kin. They invite next of kin to send names, burial details, and relatives’ ranks to the Netherlands War Graves Committee in Amsterdam to arrange hospitality if visited.
In a renovated schoolroom, FAST INDONESIAN PA and AMEN ornpe MACASBA, Tussany contribute to a community gathering. Details are sparse, but the scene centers on a local, improvised event held within the school’s updated space.
London and Washington announce a three power pact among Britain United States and France to set coal exports from German zones to Europe for six months starting July 1. Exports fixed at 21 percent of output at up to 80 000 tons daily rising to 28 percent at 370 000 tons. Bevin letters French foreign minister bidautt confirm efforts to meet France needs and European coal organisation goals.
A violent incident outside the Capitol is described as a terroristic assault lasting minutes. Initial reports mention Kody killed and one of about 100 bystanders wounded as a motorcar scene followed the shooting. Further details vary across sources.
A legislative session reports a push for unity between Communist and Socialist Labour groups. President Green is authorized to invite the CLO to negotiations as factions seek merger to oppose anti Labour regulation. Momentum shows Communist Socialist strength growing since June elections.
Justice Atkinson dismissed the appeals of Thomas John Ley and Lawrence John Smith against their death sentences for the murder of John Mudie. The ruling held Chief Justice Goddard did not misdirect the jury and the evidence showed Mudie was lured to Beaufort Gardens with Ley approving of the scheme.
Fred-Marshal Smuts presents Princess Elizabeth with a diamond necklace for her 21st birthday. He forecasts an Elizabethan era while noting Queen Victoria’s era and the role of the princess in history.
Preliminary checks show 14 crew members aboard the Bao Buper Fortreas on Kwajalein in the Marshall Islands were killed in a take-off crash. No survivors among the crew.
Early returns show Conservatives leading with a large margin in the Tous of Councillor vote. Independents hold the biggest share with 78 seats, while Social Democrats total 36 and Liberals 35. Minor parties and others account for the remaining seats.
The New Zealand Government announced a gift of 250000 pounds to the Lord Mayor of London’s flood relief appeal. Prime Minister Fraser announced the contribution from Auckland on Tuesday.
Sweden sells Karl Hagenbeck’s circus stranded since 1044 after the government rules it forms part of German assets and transfers ownership to Hamburg. The decision aired in a Tuesday report from Ringting’s circus coverage in the United States press.
Melbourne court records show Mrs Ads Frances leaace of Rue Sohn Attraisance, bankrupt in 1941 with liabilities £563 plus £316 costs and no assets. Justice Clyne ordered her discharge in bankruptcy proceedings today.
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