27 Feb 1947
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 27, 1947
Page
1
Canberra outlines a programme to build 3500 houses over five to seven years. Plans include Cad submission, expansion of water supply for Cotter area, and new hostels. The Minister and Works Department stress expediting contracts and avoiding trivial delays.
The Soviet Union formally notified the United States of its approval of American trusteeship proposals. General Marshall spoke at a press conference noting Moscow’s stance on U S inland control and related territorial arrangements in the Pacific. The report cites the USSR’s view on the legality and scope of postwar trusteeship arrangements.
Fragmentary OCR readout references government and administration themes with garbled names and locations. Content is too damaged to identify a coherent event, person, or date for a precise summary.
Washington reports no change in general policy toward Germany ahead of the foreign ministers conference. Secretary for State General Maruhalli states efforts continue to smooth relations with China, including removing obstacles to Lana property and arranging ship transfers to China as authorized by Congress.
The White House denied an assassination report about President Truman. Assistant Presidential Press Secretary Mr Ayers stated a Paris newspaper published the report which radio Vamembers relayed.
Peiping reports a nighttime purge as Kuomintang police raid universities. Liberal professors and students face arrests amid claims of Communist sympathy across North China. Western outlets cite conflicting totals and depict a civil war escalated by political tension and military action.
Amid noisy demonstrations at a Buffalo school, teachers protest outside classrooms. Banners carry phrases like Good for the Mother and Save the Teachers, while slogans urge better pay and safer conditions without violent confrontations.
Moscow reports that Soviet republics will appoint their own diplomatic representatives abroad and command their armed forces. Vyshinaki states a longer day is essential to postwar reconstruction.
Britain and Dominions press for broader inclusion in peace talks with smaller powers. Belgium and Fainbesrs join Halland to demand a stronger German armistice framework. Deputies critique Allied efforts as inadequate and dispute a Concert of nations model.
Washington reports outline a live order on reciprocal trade agreements aimed at the Geneva conference in April. The pact would create an escape base allowing renegotiation after tariff cuts deemed harmful to American industry. A United States Tariff Commission is authorized to study affected industries and the accords would include most favored nation provisions.
General MacArthur urged a quick signing of a peace treaty with Japan to speed its transition to a thorough democracy, expressing concern that delays would hinder development and leave Japan overly independent of the United States. He spoke in Tokyo with three Congressmen and Secretary Julius Krug during postwar talks.
The United States lifted the narcotic export ban imposed February 22 amid reports that racketeer Charles Ducky Luciano was in Havana. The Narcotics Commissioner and Cuban authorities were involved in ensuring the ban would be adhered to as illicit shipments might be diverted.
Government notes Nationalist forces gain ground as central authorities report success on the southern Pukow railway and discuss northward advances from Tengstion. Reports mention captures and movements of units, with references to locations like Lani and Hughend and distances of about twenty miles.
A Vichy government minister stands accused of treason as investigators probe links to collaboration during the French regime. The judge questions Beaudouin about hidden fortunes and possible motives, while Beaudouin, once head of the Land of Tone China affair, is scrutinized for ties to Japan during wartime and the Far East penalties.
Fragmentary report suggests Fon Gunmena 4 and Renauued Macine Gul may be connected to U S Customs officials and an international running ring. No clear names or dates available. Further readable details are lacking.
A fragmented report describes an alleged premeditated plot linked to a disaster. One party pleaded not guilty amid unclear details, with limited readable facts about locations and individuals in London.
Officials of the Agriculture and Labour Departments predicted living costs would hit a new high before July 1. A nationwide survey shows January retail food prices up 30 percent from 1946. Pigs tar and wheat in Chicago markets rose to new record levels. pork chops priced around one dollar. A flood of selling orders on the New York Stock Exchange yesterday pushed prices down briefly. Turnover around 1,200,000 shares as many brokers liquidated positions amid concerns over potential economic effects of the price surge in commodities.
Fragmented report outlines remarks in the House of Commons on Palestine partition and postwar plans. Mentions figures like Dewey and Byrnes, calls for humanitarian focus, and references London diplomacy and the UN.
incoherent OCR text hints at congressional circles admonishing Britain over Palestine policy and U.S. stance. mentions Joseph Marfsin on Rumcullvy Board, Bevin’s remarks, German demands, high command, naval strategy, and Middle East tensions.
A coroner’s inquest in Cardiff returns a finding that Adelaide Cox, 2, handed a dying 16 year old boy a revolver at the request of her husband Lonhoot, with evidence showing the death resulted from the boy’s own action and no proof she fired or aided him.
A government statement, influenced by the Coal Board, urges measures to curb electrical consumption during an expected general industrial revival. The article notes the need to adjust staggering of working hours rapidly amid uncertainties around timing and factory reopens, with Prime Minister Attlee proposing further reviews of specific plans.
Fragmentary report notes a Greek vessel crew and a British motor ship name unclear, with lifeboat and lifebuoy actions observed as authorities respond to the coastal incident near Northumberland. The garbled OCR leaves key details uncertain about ship names, tonnage, and exact location.
Fragmentary OCR notes report Dickin Medals awarded to Australian pigeons for wartime service. Names and details are garbled but indicate recognition of animal valor in military operations.
In a terse notice, authorities warned residents to stay at home following a serious incident along a 9k road near Ba Sta. The alert cites danger on the main route and directs civilians to shelter while emergency services assess the scene and secure the area.
Fragmentary text appears to mix references to imperial topics and religious groups with garbled names. Mention of Poland Lithuania and Rome hints at historic empire topics while noting consent or contracts. Content is severely garbled with no clear event or date.
In a troubled meet, a camel team secured first place at Mt Pe events despite setbacks from grant denials. Organizers and fans watched as the effort aimed at supporting gravely ill participants faltered yet the team still finished strong.
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