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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 23, 1949

Page

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Britain asked to define policy on Europe Council

The Strasbourg Consultative Assembly agreed to approach Britain on its stance toward the Council of Europe and Britain’s Commonwealth role. British officials indicated that Australia’s position within the Commonwealth would shape its stance, while Labour leaders suggested Parliament would determine Britain’s response.

Britain Europe Council London Europe Consultative Assembly Strasbourg M. Spock Commission — Ogkem Dull Ehould Gall Commanywealth Goriod of Europe Ook de Hugh Dalton Arluin Council of Europe Commonwealth Dor Tate Harold MacMlary Sarge Pawern

Bevin To Lead Delegation At Ceylon Talks

Reported dispatches say British Prime Minister Attlee will name Mr Bevin to head the delegation at the Ceylon conference. The meeting covers ongoing talks and aims to resolve the Brita dilemma amid wartime upheaval with the Far East region.

Mr. Bevin Ceylon London Thuretay Mr. Attlee Downing

Golden Casket Inquiry ix Upsatisfactory

Brisbane reports on Royal Commission proceedings regarding the Golden Casket with Opposition Leader Nicklin and Premier Hanlon, noting the panel's scrutiny and the Auditor-General appointment. The exchange outlines the inquiry’s tone and political reactions as details emerge.

Golden Casket Inquiry Upsatisfactory Brisbane Hanlon Mr Nicklin Amie Menerinvek Watth Gestes Bensaaign Wan

Duchess Offered Position in Fashion House

A fragmentary note describes a duchess offered a role within a fashion house in London. The text is garbled with many unreadable words but signals a high society appointment tied to British fashion circles. No clear names or dates are recoverable.

Fashion House

Japanese Concern Over Deaths of POWs in Siberia

A Tokyo report expresses worry over Soviet captivity and the deaths of Japanese prisoners in Siberia. It notes officials and generals including MacArthur and Derevyanko, and cites fear about unaccounted prisoners and public reaction to the war’s secrecy.

Measles Outbreak Reported in Ohio Area

Fragmentary notice describes a measles outbreak in Ohio with unclear details. The text mentions locations, arrivals, and numbers but lacks coherent names or dates, leaving the scope and actions uncertain.

Decline in Passenger Air Travel Reported for Quarter

International aviation data show a drop in passengers carried for the quarter from June to September while freight and mail volumes rose. Domestic air travel declined as passenger numbers fell to around the mid level, with seat occupancy dipping noticeably in the September period.

Melbourne Airlings Atatlatea Department of Civil Aviatinn

Minister to Move for Compulsory Untonism

An exhausted, garbled report from Sydney notes a minister and Labour figures pressing for compulsory measures. Finnan justified a government move as a response to a perceived need to intervene in labour affairs and union activity with potential legislative actions.

Red Cross Sought to Probe Missing Japanese POWs

Tokyo reports General MacArthur urged the United States to seek help from Switzerland or the International Red Cross to investigate 367000 Japanese prisoners reportedly missing and held in Russian hands. He criticized Soviet pressure and warned of widespread suffering and possible executions amid wartime disarray.

Tokyo MacArthur United States Switzerland Internaiional Red Cros Russian Handa

Soviet Propaganda Drops Reported From Ships Belgrade

Director Vladimir Dedjor at a Belgrade press conference claimed Soviet and Hungarian propaganda ships dumped crates of Cominform material into Yugoslav waters. He alleged these ships seek to subvert Yugoslavia and warned the methods aim to corrupt the population with foreign rhetoric.

Belgrade Director of Vladimir Dedjor Yugoslavia Stalin Irthvday Uno Bulla Ing Bodaliant Dedjer Dieu Farese Ali

Adelaide Industrial Exhibition Opens With Hectic Debut

In Adelaide the industrial exhibition began amid a noisy crowd and scattered vendors. Officials promoted exports including coal while engineers and nurses showcased sanitary devices and equipment for public use.

Adelaide Aaron Hans

Covent Garden Fire Toll Rises Amid Major Inferno

A massive fire at Covent Garden left 30 plus firemen injured and one fatality. The blaze drew in 86 workers from all London stations and burned for 34 hours before being subdued as teams coordinated by the mayor battled the flames.

London Covent Garden Lonton Howl Et & Lime Thor Epprette

Dutch Schoolboys Ransack London School

About two 18 year old youths in London are reported to have ransacked a school. They will spend a day in the Juvenile court following the incident.

London Thurmany Halanid

Dynamiiters Attempt to Bomb Union Headquarters Reported

A chaotic report states Dynamiiters tried to blow up the United Radio Workers headquarters on Poosiay Mi wit 39 ticks of dynamite. Authorities describe the suspect as the suspesere détective.

Union Quartara Dynemitars United

Russia Honors Stalin Birthday in Mass Celebrations

Reports describe a nationwide commemoration with parades and gestures of loyalty. Notable figures like Molotov and Mikoyan are referenced alongside large public gatherings and statues honoring Stalin amid the postwar political climate.

British plan to boost production discussed by ministers

Foreign secretary wily and Labour Minister met to discuss incentives for workers and employers aimed at surpassing prior production. The General Council of the Tradex Unto Congress, representing 8,000,000 workers, approved a full statement on wagon policy to be announced by executives of Linon and conference on Handi eae union eilete and eppe nentatives.

Wily. Evm Ath Inaaca Zimployara Federation General Council of the ‘Tradex Congress Linon Handi Eae Union Eilete Eppe Hdalit Chimmiting Lendon Advancie Labour

Constellation crash injures three near Reykjavik

A Constellation airliner crashes near Reykjavik injuring three crew and passengers. The plane sustained minor damage to a wheel area and was en route from London to Denmark when the incident occurred.

Panbon Turan British Overseas Reykjavik Teeland Amo Batavia Phuraday Hunienamad EU Reece Ers Pamengers Landon Tosland

New French Ministers Die in Sudden Fall

A former French minister for merchant marine and a minister for colonies died yesterday after a fall from an elevator shaft on Pack Avenue. Police labeled the incident a fatal accident with investigators examining the scene and collecting testimonies from witnesses.

New York Imurmay- Suequed Merchant Marine Plungfel Ila Pack Avenue

U S Arms Aid Pact With Allies Faces Scrutiny

A fragmented report notes a U S arms aid agreement with allies drawing concern over how much control Washington retains. The piece mentions potential impact on strategic weapons and alliance commitments amid debate.

U.S Peet

Australia Purchases Face Suspension Over Price Attraction

The Ministry of International Trade and Storage officials were partly responsible for the suspension amid attracted prices. Details show a controversial deal involving purchases from Alcatralia and other entities, with investigation into the stage and regional involvement.

Ministry of International Trade Gayriotinn Lems Attraelive Ee Meng Weld Sayan Woel Alcatralia

Planes Drop Mats to Ships at Sea

Fragmentary text describes aircraft dropping mats to support ships at sea and mentions Christmas tasks and cargo handling as part of a maritime operation. The garbled lines reference containers, shirecone, and a Christmas theme with unspecified details and locations.

Mata Paructl Birillah Christman Boo Idem

Indonesian Businessmen Hold Firm Amid Uncertain Times

A terse report notes Indonesian businessmen are not quitting despite looming fears and market instability. Observers warn the path ahead may hinge on policy signals and local demand, with cautious optimism guiding investment plans in the near term.

French Acomes of Violating Chinese Republic

Ambiguous OCR note mentions French actions in the Chinese civil war and claims of intervention by France in support of the Chinese Republic amid conflict. Suspicious text references the Rapunie and French involvement without clear dates or verifiable details.

Acomes Chinese Republic China

Entry For Yeeht Race To Hobart

Sydney report notes a short station regier with details about a woeful race entry and anticipation of performance in Hobart. Officials record a tentative schedule and potential competitors.

Tesrrunian Yeeht Hobart Sydney Thuredsy Jalay Regier

Plane Mails to. To.caaay Inns

Brief note records unclear text about plane mail service or locations. Contains fragmented phrases mentioning inns and cakes with unreadable garbled wording.

Cesmock Man Rescued After Seaborne Ordeal

A Cesmock man named Danights was rescued from rough seas after a launch disaster near September. He clung to debris for over an hour before RAF and ships recovered him.

Cesmock Danights RAF

Church Service at Caldew Mills Bar Titles

Fragmentary OCR mentions a church service and a bar at Caldew Mills with unclear surrounding text. No coherent event or names fully readable.

Church Service Inclub Bar

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