17 Dec 1948
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1948
Page
1
Amid chaotic reports Prince Charles is said to be unwell during the christening news, observers describe a tense scene as photographers capture the infant and officials respond. The event spurs intense media attention and questions about the newborn’s public debut.
A Berlin military court released on bail three men charged with smuggling goods from the Soviet zone and tiles valued at about 41.4 million marks. The case links about 60 West Berlin firms to the alleged operation involving Western German firms and cross border exchanges.
Health authorities estimate a severe flu epidemic with up to 100000 muttering in the ten counties and 100000 in Florida. Government officials outline measures to curb crowding, restrict travel, and close schools for a 20 day period, aiming to prevent hospital overload and cross city spread.
An investigator for the House Un American Activities Committee said prewar Norden bomb sight information was given to a Communist agent. Investigators allege a government employee at Aberdeen Maryland passed the data, with further mention of National Security and State Department involvement in distributing documents found in a pumpkin on a farm, tied to the accused.
Fragmentary OCR describes a night scene with servants including Condon Thurcany Buckingham Paliog and members of a royal house gathered in a room. The text appears garbled but suggests a formal or ceremonial informal gathering with peers and attendants present at an event.
A fragmented report recalls a royal gathering with Princess arrangements and a party at 19. Amid the chaos a gaget and diamonds figure in the scene as attendees mingle near a cellar. Several dances occur, with pairing and social intrigue noted within a wartime setting.
Soviet to control Berlin oil supply next month as Russian‑led combine to handle fealty produced and imported products. British and American oil companies face removal from business.
In Berlin, Allied airlift success prompts new cautions from the Soviet side. General Herbert warns Rumian winter plans may be abandoned as bomber activity increases. General Lucius Clay indicates Western sectors could join a future Western German government, with discussions to occur at a forthcoming meeting.
A general sentiment abroad fears Russian actions next year as nations anticipate intensified tensions. Bertram notes growing concerns among leaders and the press about potential shifts in policy and economic pressure affecting Asia and Australasia.
Philip B. Perlman told the Supreme Court to avoid interference with the death sentences for Japanese wartime leaders. He argued the government’s power over political decisions was not to be checked by the courts. Justices planned to rule on the matter in a Saturday session after postponements.
A damaged turbine area on H M A Sydney prompted dockyard sealing as experts inspect alleged sabotage. Reports cite damaged gear, fused wheels, and a blown pinion near the starboard propeller. Royal Navy transfer of 16 000 cardier details and statements from officials follow.
In Batavia on Thursday a report surveys the abortive outcome of the Netherlands and Indonesian negotiations. It focuses on the extent of Dutch control during the interim period before a federal government is formed. The piece notes the topic of trace observance was discussed, but remains inconclusive.
Washington reports a plan to unify sea transport under Navy command. about 260 Army ships and port facilities will transfer to the Navy. General Jarnhawer is named military adviser to the Defence Secretary Forrestal and a program presentation to Congress is anticipated.
Berlin reports that two large antennae of the Russian controlled Berlin Radio were blown up by French engineers to protect airlift routes into Berlin. Brigadier General Jean Ganeval said the towers 30 ft high and 400 ft apart were demolished to endanger Western planes and the airlift operations.
A fragment reports an atomic pile operation in France on a Thursday morning near Port de Chu Ao. The text notes the pile was built amid trial operations and involved technicians in constructing a larger power facility.
The Acting Secretary of State denied any policy shift toward China and clarified U S stance on aiding Chiang Kai shek. He rejected implications of a Communist victory and emphasized the absence of formal recognition or military policy changes.
In the House of Lords Viscount Jowitt warned Britain against a different path from Ireland and Australia in the Commonwealth. A repeal of the External Relasione Act was called a grave misfortune. The debate touched on Irish citizens in Britain facing compulsory military service and possible return to Ireland for those opposed to service.
Melbourne reports show The Australian and its news service struggle under funding cuts. Government limits force reduced international coverage, with editors warning the public will be uninformed without adequate support.
London officials refuse claims Britain exports e scrap aluminum to the United States and protest ECAs release of the statement. They insist 17 000 tons bought in Canada with ECAs funds were returned to the WA and question why the ECA issued the note under laws for Beem pate.
Reports from London say Dr Evatt and Prime Minister Attlee discussed postwar trade policy with Britain facing import shortages. Evatt may visit the United States and Canada for talks, with plans to return to England for Privy Council appeal and later travel to New York for the General Assembly meeting.
Reuters reports a large international Communist gathering possible in Warsaw for the Unity Congress of the Polish Communist and Socialist Parties. About 22 countries are represented with arrivals of two East European statesmen and unknown passengers from Moscow fueling speculation.
Former State Department official Alger Hiss faces two counts of perjury after a grand jury accused him of denying secret papers were given to Whittaker Chambers. The case, tied to unamerican activities hearings, carries possible penalties of up to three thousand dollars and two years in prison on each count. Karl Mundt and others connected to the committees are mentioned in the context of the investigation.
Unclear message describes an air force mission near Tel Aviv with a Russian fighter involved. It mentions a plan for dawn on November 20 and notes a high altitude training incident.
A London dispatch reports plans to deepen the Suez Canal by expanding the route to accommodate more ships. The project faces delays with estimates of completion two to three years away and an anticipated cost around ten million cubic yards, according to BBC.
An apparent OCR fragment references an event with a named person and a meeting date. The readable bits mention a presenter or figure and a plan to appear following an earlier notice. Details are unclear due to text corruption.
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