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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1949
Page
1
London bulletin notes Princes Margaret will celebrate her 19th birthday with a family luncheon at Balmoral today. The Sunday papers carry new pictures, often by Cecil Buckingham.
A Soviet note demanding protection for Soviet citizens in Yugoslavia condemns arrests and abuses, alleging 12 000 detained or restricted since 1944, and accuses Yugoslavia of hostile acts against the Soviet Union while noting past wartime shifts and Montenegro links.
A Norwegian delegation in Europe reports that only a united Europe can match American industrial output and living standards. It notes Russia’s wartime recovery expectations, Russian and Norwegian price comparisons, and that American workers receive far more hours per unit of meat, wool, and woolen goods than Russians or Norwegians, with wide gaps in living conditions and industrial activity observed.
In a large forest blaze near the village of Laarp south of Bordeaux a number of residents reportedly fled the flames to escape. Local authorities and investigators were seen inspecting the area as firefighting efforts continued into the night.
A Finnish strike threat eased as the Trade Union Federation signaled possible end to action. Striking unions were urged to halt demonstrations and return to work tonight or Tuesday, while Communists and rival groups urged mass protests amid calls for calm and no violence.
In Paris on Monday, 1500 military police guard a nationalised aircraft plant amid rising tension with a Communist led movement. Unions vow to protest Tuesday demanding work while precautions rise at another plant. Government pressure may shutter nonessential aviation facilities.
An Adelaide report says a French worker boy died from injuries after attempting a trick ride on a bicycle. He rode backward and forward in a rural passageway and became entangled, leading to fatal injuries.
A pilot leapt from a plane yesterday and landed on a ten story Park Avenue chimney while moving pictures. He later explained the jump was to film the descent. He was fined fifty dollars for the stunt.
A fierce Atlantic storm left ships struggling amid mountainous seas near Nova Scotia. The Canadian destroyer Trequain and escort vessel Me��ory await Matifas and other refugees. The Baltic refugee schooner Amanda, with about 40 aboard, was taken in tow by a Royal Canadian Navy cutter to Hallifax under escort, as rescue crews battled heavy surf and limited emergency gear.
Fragmented report describes Labour party struggles amid communal tensions and a deadly event. Mentions government handling, protests, and a recent earthquake causing damage and casualties among unions and civilians. Names and places are unclear due to damaged text.
United States defeated Britain 10 to 2 in a Walker golf match. Britain managed a few points but fell behind early as U S players dominated the afternoon.
More than 4000 attended a rally in London. Protesters carried alon luckets edged with black and mourning signs. Professor P. Garhary urged the Dutch government to grant independence to Indonesia and to avoid meeting with certain leaders. A telegram to Queen Juliane urged policy revision respecting native traditions.
The death toll from a train tunnel disaster in Seoul climbed to 48 as passengers escaped through gaps and windows with only inches of clearance. The Ministry of Transport confirmed the latest tally amid reports of passengers trapped near the middle of the tunnel and the damaged train.
All Australian duo advance to the final as Sedgman and Worthington oust Italian Davis Cup players. Bromwich and Sidwell defeat Gonzales and Parker to set up the championship clash, with strong serving and overheads shaping the decisive moments.
UK counter offensive talk dominates Sunday papers amid anti British campaign claims. The People and other sources discuss government plans for financial talks and devaluation, with critics arguing Britain risks internal strife by seeking aid from allies while preserving core principles.
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In Sicily, government forces claim a miniature fleet captured off Palermo after confrontations with the Sicilian bandit Salvatore Giutiane. Eight policemen were killed by a landmine ina Friday assault. Police report the bandit used a ditch to hide a group including Dante and Ang brat. The incident sparks renewed drives by authorities to avenge the dead and curb moblilty of the gang. At least 23 people were killed in Sicily during the drive to capture Giutiane’s clan.
Dispatch notes that Peiping Radio claims Nationalist police are deserting Peiping. About 2,300 military units have fled the Communist advance in five days. Central News Agency says Nationalist forces are ready to defend Portman and Taiwan. Communist southward drive toward Canton continues with shadowing offensives near Northwest and Southeast China. In Canton, hundreds flee with equipment as preparations for defense of Taiwan proceed.
A distorted Washington Sunday report claims a Catholic ritual harmed a youth. An archdiocesan official describes a boy’s exposure during a ceremony and a priest faced allegations of impropriety. The piece recounts a troubling, controversial sequence and notes violent imagery, ending with claims of a protective ritual.
A motor cyclist named Hoet Rape from New York travels to London to attempt a world distance record. The report notes British manufacturers backing the effort and mentions the quest to surpass the current speed and distance marks.
Neuen Zeitung prints lists of informers and agents connected to the Soviet secret police. The propaganda material includes names, addresses, and affiliations, revealing former Gratapo and related personnel across various civilian and police roles.
A distorted report notes Chilean forces moved to quell uprisings amid martial law, with government officials announcing broader measures and Soviet program links. It mentions miners, soldiers, and officials, including Gabriel Cinmaire, amid tense regional actions and security alerts.
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