20 Feb 1947
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1947
Page
1
Report from Capetown details a royal procession with Princesses and ministers attending a Botanical Garden event. The King views Capetown’s highest peak as political tensions rise with prisoners in South Africa under a new royal amnesty to take effect Friday.
An army plane, Pucusen Dros wat, claimed to save Bewit 195000 miles from Ironolut Yo Cairo in 30 weeks. An announcement followed the Ami at Corona hve of the plane. The army said the total distance record was established by the Truculent Turee-1.296, traveling from Werth Australia to America.
A cautious approach by the Royal Air Force Reserve Committee advances talks with German-built gliders. Sources indicate a likely agreement could be reached soon as negotiations continue in London on Wednesday.
London reports say the government will seek UN guidance on Palestine as a path to resolve the Jewish Arab conflict. Bevin outlined plans for a possible local autonomy within a unitary state or partition, while noting Arab opposition to Zionist independence and the desire to avoid direct United Nations action.
In Madrid the Spanish royal party arrived with the King and Queen accompanying. The crowd gathered as officials noted orderly access to the aerodrome and welcomed the visitors. An official government stance remained cautious and no public obstacles were reported despite large turnout.
Washington reports indicate China requests permission to liquidate UNRRA relief supplies valued at about 800 million dollars to fund postwar recovery. Officials warn of black market sales and misallocation as fears grow over war-torn economies and possible uses by authorities in Beijing and Nanjing.
Prime Minister Attlee is expected to address the House of Commons on India today amid reported tensions. The government has discussed representations made to Viceroy Lord Wavell and possible moves toward a Constituent Assembly. Cabinet deliberations concluded with urgency on Britain’s stance and the monarch’s position in the crisis.
A derailment of the passenger train Rad Arrow on the Pittsburgh line near Gulliisier bermashos resulted in three deaths and several injuries. The incident occurred during a trip from Detroit to Newport, with passengers scattered and rescue teams responding as officials investigate the cause.
British court prepares to try high ranking Japanese officers for war crimes. Among the detainees are Rear-Admiral Ke Tilsahl implicated in killer ship survivors, Lieutenant Colonel Tuwo Kitayama charged with murder of Allied forces in Sumatra, and Lieutenant Koshikawa linked to executions of prisoners in Burma on the railway.
Gustav Bonayers Prom conference expands its schedule as commitments rise. The Chairman of the Californis Meany Foundation states active engagement for London, Paris, Brussels, and other cities with tentative July visits and ongoing outreach.
London reports that British troops faced massive losses due to illegal cigarette trading in Germany and Austria. Secretary of War Bellenger told the House of Commons that surplus marks and shillings were used to fund profits, with troops investing gains in post office savings.
Washington reports diplomatic circles abuzz over Spain’s retaliation plan against Norway. Evidence suggests Spain may have violated Atlantic shipping rules, with likely consequences including potential economic sanctions from Western powers and calls for UN action.
The article reports a severe cold spell gripping Contiment with plans for heating and coal supply measures. Officials warn of severe winter impacts as electricity and gas stockpiles are discussed and future shortages eyed.
New York report says Sir Alexander Cadogan opened Britain’s case against Albania in the Security Council charging mining of the Curio Channel. He urged ongoing council watch and warned that Britain does not seek bullying a small nation. He appealed for aid in enforcing restraint and warned all nations to respect territorial waters.
In London the general press noted that the Nuremberg trial had cost Britain £14,600 including £0,953 for counsel. Sir David Maxwell Fyfe received £22,616. The Tokyo trial cost Britain £20,537 so far and is estimated to reach £16,000 more before completion in July.
London in confusion as Prime Minister Attlee cannot set firm date for his visit abroad. He expresses appreciation for Mr Chiffey and Mr Frames invitations and says he looks forward to the Australia and New Zealand trip.
The UN Commission heard Greek officials accuse trade union leaders of frontier violence and related actions. Statements alleged involvement of high ranking figures and debts, with claims of dozens penalized or exiled. The discourse reflected tensions amid labor unrest and political pressure.
Unclear OCR text references Princess Duliana and a name Marifen. Mentions an incident at a hospital in Sev involving the speaker and a cousin.
German police aided by British and American investigators recovered diamonds, gold, old jewelry, platinum and other looted gems worth about 1,836,200. The Mafia extended the theft to 372 locations including banks and businesses. The operation targeted precious metals looted from occupied countries by the Nazis.
The Prime Minister told the House of Commons Britain would select displaced persons as part of a plan involving the Minister of Labour and the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. A parliamentary mission was set to visit occupied camps to assess relocations.
Walter Hammond is expected to be available for more than one game for the county club. The Daily Bulletin notes he made his chess move but does not want to be recalled for any future Rangtand event.
An extensive security operation is described as British experts prepare to safeguard sensitive rocket research in Australia. The report outlines planned site surveys, possible relocations, and a major effort to prevent atomic experiments from becoming public knowledge.
A chaotic fragment notes an alleged maniac killer at large in Germany after four persons were killed. The report mentions an Allied Commission investigation and references a journey or report by unidentified officials. The text is garbled and contains multiple unreadable phrases.
A garbled report from NZ describes an attack on the secretary of an Australian seamen’s union. The text is fragmentary with several misplaced words, but implies a violent incident tied to a December period and tensions involving seamen’s groups and local figures near a named location.
Fragmented report notes Soviet support for atomic energy review by a parliamentary body. Text shows garbled names and unclear roles, with references to ministers and committees and a tentative agreement on a path forward. No clear dates, places, or outcomes are identifiable from the legible portion.
A fragmented report notes Watertroat and Stew Sealand facing ration cuts and food supply concerns. Mentions Mr Strachey and Cansdm partners, with early share price declines and industry worries. References New Zealand ties and potential wartime disruption.
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