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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1949
Page
1
Reports from Shanghai Hangzhou and Beijing describe Communist resistance and Allied evacuations. Accounts cite captured and released journalists and a disrupted North China Daily News amid military moves, while India Britain and Australia weigh Commonwealth relations and postwar ties.
Report describes large turnout as Princess Margarita arrives at Maples airport with heavy police and carabinieri protection. The spectacle centers on whether Vatican authorities will allow a papal encounter, amid roadblocks and heightened vigilance.
The U.S. State Department directs the military attaché in Nanking to lodge a vigorous protest with Chinese authorities over a violation near the embassy yesterday. Twelve armed Red soldiers and an ambush disrupted the entrance area. The ambassador has been recalled to Washington as tensions rise in the Lower Yangtze region. Military and naval actions by allied ships are noted as standard procedure to safeguard Western interests.
A damaged clipping notes plans for an alternative air route from Australia to Britain. It mentions Lord Pakenham and proposed stops at Cocos Island and other points with discussion of a direct transcontinental plan and landing airport arrangements.
London dispatch reports Britain will discuss the China situation with Prime Minister Attlee to outline a policy on the Yangtze River. Senior ministers and military leaders attended the meeting to assess guarantees for Allied ships and potential British responsibility for actions by the Chinese government.
Archidlahing Averill former New Zealand official suggests Australia and New Zealand cut hopes for a royal tour. He argues that if certain reforms are adequate they should ask Moroxky to consider shortening or waiving benefits. The readable fragments indicate calls for action without clear names or dates.
Soviet authorities relayed that a British sailor captured Friday while walking along the British Baltic boundary has been released. A British spokesman stated efforts were made to obtain the release of the lieutenant and crew members.
London dispatch cites rumors of a Berlin blockade being lifted as vital to four power talks. An announcer says Moscow and Washington urge a factual clarification amid Western pursuit of a managed crisis.
In Melbourne on Tuesday, carpenters on the motor Weasel Canara were subject to a vote of 21 to 12, prompting officials to resign. The motion followed long-standing tensions and changes at BW.
Delegates to the General Assembly, led by Mr Roosevelt, were urged to judge whether American housewives faced kitchen slavery compared with Russian women. A devolution proposal in Paris, backed by the Soviet Union, sought measures contrary to the UN Charter. Human rights accusations surfaced as critics linked wartime actions to broader moral debates amid international tension.
Fragmented OCR text shows garbled phrasing about Domata in the War and arrival of forces to the United States. Mentions Major General Claire and a debate on military power, describing a dangerous threat superior to prior foes and a looming global conflict.
A Hong Kong dispatch reports a naval battle near Yangtan involving a British ship the Consort and commander Lieutenant Mark Bentley. The Airat round destroyed his instruments as he attempted maneuvers while observers praised British sailors later on Mangisane Ive. A memorial service was held for the fallen on the Gandara face.
The King and Queen, back from Windsor after a week’s rest, mark their 26th wedding anniversary with a small family luncheon. The King resumes ceremonial State duties later in the day.
A British liner with about 3 million passengers and 17 000 umn ner ran aground on a rock near Tourcay. Fifteen crew or passengers were badly wounded, with no casualties reported. A Brazilian crew member assisted the passengers aboard the damaged ship.
Western Powers and Germany reach a tentative accord on a West German constitution by mid July. Berlin likely excluded from the West German state for now, per General Clay. The move aims to curb Communist influence and align Germany with Western European economic cooperation.
NY Tuesday John Huston named winner of the One World Right award to circle the globe on a wish journey. Also awarded to Blythe Crum and other figures tied to journalism and diplomacy amid a 1940s context. Belgium royal question remains unresolved after a long conference with government leaders and the Regent.
New York Tuesday an appeal from Renator Vanden of Himapat urged Rusists to reverse their foreign policy in the interest of world peace. Delegatus booed when Mr John Platts- 2élile claimed the pilot who dropped the atomic bomb onMironina served with the American force, while Vandenberg warned there will be no world war.
A 1940s European security memo outlines a Western Allied plan to deploy American and allied weapons to bolster European forces. It details arms, transport spares, and raw materials to integrate into existing armies, aiming to train and activate reserves while expanding naval and air strength.
A garbled report from Tuesday notes the Argentinian Slav Union asserting strength and control, referencing 180000 members and alleged suppression of Communists. The piece hints at government scrutiny and unsettled times as tensions rise.
Highly secured demonstration at Greenwich Naval College in London showcases Deepwater drills. Aimed to display Commonwealth and American service chiefs defences, the event features mock destroyer officers in Arctic gear, convoy protection in Atlantic storms, and air force personnel testing new formations and reconnaissance methods amid heavy security.
A fragmentary tribute from Ottawa references longstanding ties between Ireland and Britain and notes that the friendship will endure amid recent changes. The message mentions Mr P M Forde and the "Isak Minors Bodety ne" and recalls a condolence line for Mendship.
Wena Manila and The Mania Times report possible government action on Sergt Gamboa amid political unrest in the Philippines. The pieces imply officials may move quickly, with references to Ambasminder and Mr Makin, while riots and political tension are noted.
A partial transcription discusses Australia’s position in the Pacific, mentioning British dominions, international protection, and welfare. It notes concern over security and wealth support within United Nations framework and hints at regional influence and responsibilities.
A flawed OCR fragment suggests a trial involving government agents, espionage plots, and an indictment. Judith Coplan is named in a courtroom setting as a judge selects a panel for the proceeding.
In a London notice dated May 3, five Brussels treaty countries and three Scandinavian states with Italy were invited by ministers to attend talks. The aim is to adopt a constitution for the “Passionent of Barrops.” The invitation lists ministers from the involved nations for a first parliamentary session.
Vatican City report says Archbishop May 82 has been accused of being an enemy of the workers. The claim, aired by Vatican Radio, cites hostile stance toward labor, while opponents insist the charge is unfounded and politically motivated.
Disjointed report from Vancouver notes a Doukhobor sect incident with arson and vandalism targets. Authorities describe deliberate fires in Doukhobor buildings and a new school in a troubled area. Police seek suspects amid rising tensions during a period of unrest.
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