10 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1948
Page
1
Rome reports Italy announced the final Allied allocation of the Italian Fleet. Russia received the largest share with 46 ships including a battleship and a cruiser. The arrangement, termed by Jamice Williams as one of convenience, faced debate over legality and impact on Commonwealth powers and banking assets.
A chaotic report details industry figures and government figures debating a 2/14 price for commercial butter. Ministers Pollard and Paden are cited amid calls to accept a lower price, while commerce and treasury departments weigh expert views and Commonwealth papers.
Political observers report a cabinet resignation to the Supreme Command Authority as Japan faces a potential shift. A Democratic or coalition government may form with a new prime minister, while former premier Yorhide is mentioned as a possible middle-ground choice. General MacArthur cites lack of legislative support as the trigger.
The Power Stimetry reports a year Australian egg supply deal intended to boost fruit production in Australia and increase egg shipments to Britain. The agreement aims to secure about 375 million eggs for the winter of 1890 or 1901, with substantial increases in fresh and dried eggs.
Washington Monday Secretary of Agriculture Mr Anderson said the government has not used its grain price support program to distort markets and that current price declines have not been caused by official action.
In Bombay on Monday, an examination of the intact Brathy Mit a engines showed repairs could permit the Sirah Hed ED to continue her voyage to Alte. The assessment indicates feasible work to resume the journey.
The World Federation of Democratic Youth secretary general Hert William of Australia attended a Genoa parade with over 90,000 youths in festive uniforms. Delegates from Prime and Yugoslavia joined the Youth Front gathering amid a large street procession and national participation.
A London stage scene notes a bedraggled Althugh Indisposed scene with a nurse in wings as a pianist performs for audiences in Granada and Albert Hall venues. Joyce contracts vaccination reminders ahead of a Australia trip, while a doctor warns cancelations but the subject persists despite management aiding her to Bernenk.
London Monday report claims the Transport and General Workers' Union and its secretary Arthur Deskin evaded a TUC executive bureau meeting in mid February to discuss the Marshall plan. The World Federation of Trade Unions involvement is noted but details remain unclear.
Report from Brisbane on a Surtheta Shield game between Queensland and Western Australia with key bowlers Raymer and O Dwyer starring. Queensland fielders and bowlers like Mackay, Rigg, Biggs, and Cumming feature in a tense contest as Western Australia chase an outright win.
A murky report from Brisbane signals a potential extension of the city rail strike. Authorities discuss broad participation by workers and possible escalation, with a special meeting planned to address transport disruptions and future actions.
A Anson aircraft collided with a bus near Packers' Union in Bristiann injuring several workers. Disputes committee condemns actions and calls for court and municipal intervention amid ongoing unrest and industrial claims.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a Berlin cabinet reshuffle involving North Rhine officials, with references to ministers and possible resignations. The text is garbled, but indicates a political change affecting Rhine Westphalia and Berlin. No clear names or dates could be confirmed.
Canada claimed the ice hockey championship with Czechoslovakia finishing second and Baltic town taking third place amid a season marked by wrangling and disrupted training efforts.
A double decker bus on a bridge caught fire as it crossed. About twenty nine passengers jumped to safety when the engine erupted in flames. The Hartour Bridge incident left no injuries. The conductor used a portable extinguisher to quell the blaze.
In Naoshera, New Delhi, a two day clash kills about 2000 raiders. Police report 1966 bodies found with more to come. Jammu Province campaign marked as bitterest yet with Pathans, Hindu groups attacked. Government actions include raids on militant hideouts and arrest of National Guard leaders.
In Jerusalem on Monday Arab guerrillas attacked five Jewish lorries transporting fuel to Tel Aviv, destroying one and fatally wounding a driver. The convoy faced a road block as the attackers struck again on the return journey. Paratroopers arrived and clashed with Arab fighters, while British forces and police reported multiple raids and seizures including cigarettes radios and textiles worth about £12,000.
Melbourne report quotes British food manufacturer Mr Hunter who arrived in the Estrations today. He praises Australia as the Britain of the Far East and notes strong demand for food, warning against over production. He suggests reducing supply with new methods to meet growing needs.
A reported agreement with the Commonwealth Government to deliver several thousand tractors is cited. The claim mentions 4,008 tractors as the stipulated quantity, with details unclear due to OCR errors.
Detectives hunted an unknown assailant after a fight at Darlinghurst left Arthur Wall of King's Cross with stab wounds. Wall was admitted to Mt Vincent Hospital at 7:30 p.m. but died later. Police arrested a man at midnight as the investigation continued.
The medical section faces government review over claims by Mr. J round about cancer remedies. Officials say an investigation into alleged treatment schemes is pending, with statements from the Director General of Health and other authorities.
Imported by MLW Road Book details the acquisition of Zamburgh 1 stud by Brstoen, who then won the supreme championship in 1948 at the Perth Biennial. The article notes the success of the Daboele Stud and Rosebery’s influence in breeding pedigree stock.
Civilized text indicates Sam Snead won a Texas golf event with strong rounds and a final score. The report notes a purse around 15,000 and mentions other players like Hogan and Demarest. The article reflects historical golf coverage with scattered names, dates, and sums, though OCR damage obscures precise details.
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