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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 03, 1950

Page

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Australia Prioritizes Asia and Pacific in Foreign Policy

Prime Minister Spender outlined a shift to Asia and the Pacific as Australia's main foreign relations focus. He stressed Australia and the USA as joint stabilizers and democratic developers for South East Asia, urging leadership in regional development, growth, and communist threat containment. He highlighted Commonwealth links and Colombo conference signaling Eastward shift and collaboration with allied nations.

Sydney Spender Australia Asia and the Pacific U.S.A South-Eset Asia Asia Autraile Bea Eaderaiip Colombo Bouthel Baat Aaln T Breguse South-Saatele

Russia says germ war facts offered to U S

Moscow radio cites Pravda claiming the United States had evidence months ago to prosecute Japan for war crimes. Pravda accuses Western powers of protecting Japan and warns against new world domination attempts. Prosecutors allegedly altered evidence during Tokyo trials, with many implicated leaders remaining in status.

London Moscow Radio Pravde United Sates Japan Rae Prayde United Staten United States Frevda Tokyo

International Bank Terms Rejected by British Colonial Corp

A British colonial corporation rejected proposed international banking terms after negotiations with the Word Bank. The bank’s conditions, including stringent loan and collateral demands, could not be reconciled with the corporation’s operating principles. The dispute touched plans for further advances in dollars to fund heavy engineering and construction equipment purchases across the Caribbean, the United States, and Canada, with impacts on regional finance and development.

International Bank British Colonial Corporation Arrington Ga ‘Word Bank Senna Anlat Eevelopment Corpers Pan BF Wen Bonen United Baten Canada Heavy Engineering Ang Construction Dogroret Caribbean Piers Orreaen Eehirolied International

Commonwealth Lending Debates Dollar Raising Plans

The Commonwealths Washington committee discusses enforcing sanctions and potential borrowing from New York. Debates focus on dollar raises and lending limits amid global responses from Dominions including Australia, India, and Pakistan.

Leming Doflare Atinge Washington New York Termetor Alery Walson London Dominions Australis India Pakistan Informational Bank

Melcouant migrants restaby from Br Ronogiita corp

Unclear OCR text suggests a news brief about Melcouant migration involving the Br Ronogiita company and Renita. Readable facts are minimal. no concrete events, dates, or roles are evident.

He Br Ronogiita Corp Renita Con

Atlantic Alliance Defence Plan Approved by Council

The Organization for the Defense of 12 Atlantic alliance nations outlines a plan to secure their land, territories, sea routes and air space across a broad area from the Tropic of Cancer to the North Pole and from the Eastern Pacific to the Mediterranean. The Council of the Atlantic will submit it to President Truman.

London Organization For the Defence Atlantic Alliance Tropic of Cancer North Pole Eastern Pacific Mediterranean Council of the Atlantic Truman

Finland Seeks Friendlier Ties With Russia

The Finnish government stressed friendly relations with the Soviet Union as President Panatin and the foreign policy shift outline new agreements. Moscow pressed Finland on extradition of hundreds of wartime suspects, while Panatin asserted no Soviet enemies in Finland, only friends.

Mglstnet Finland Ite Winnlah J. Panatdin Tavlor Runsin Panaikiv Jase Sig Aral

Granting of export growth in civil aviation affair

United States eased export controls on aerospace materials citing national security needs. The Commerce Department removed restrictions on certain high tech components, potentially aiding Yugoslavia and Russia, amid long standing tensions in global trade and aviation industries.

United Wecewily Ransia Vuneuswis Rman United States Commerce Department

No Royal Tour Likely in 1981 Reported Decline

A court report from Bardney Mews notes no royal tour is expected in 1981. Officials say plans are pending. a festival of Britain is under consideration that year. The scene reflects cautious official stance and potential cultural events tied to national celebrations.

London Bardney Serer Britain

Colonies Urged to Sight Por Future by Colonial Secty

Fragmentary text outlines a colonial secretary urging colonies to plan for the future. The garbled excerpt mentions foresight, limited resources, and practical advice and assistance, with references to the word progress and a discussed balance between needs and support.

U S May Leave Bases In Formosa

President Truman asks the Joint Chiefs to study a plan to lease Formosa bases for 99 years in exchange for limited weapons to Chiang Kai-shek’s forces. Supporters argue it could deter communism, reassure Asia, and counter critics while challenging Chinese sovereignty claims.

Washington Truman Joint Chiefs of Staff Formosa United Prega United States Chiang

Muingary Reinforces Frontier Against Mugoslavia

Vienna dispatch reports MUINGARY has reinforced troops on the 100 mile frontier with Yugoslavia. About 10 battalions are said to be positioned near Trieste to counter claims over the Free Territory. The London Telegraph correspondent cites tensions and border patrols as Vienna strengthens defense lines.

Vienna Bonday Hungary London Daily ‘Telegraph Trieste Antono Santiny Yerined Fugoslavia Trieste Free Territory

Chinese Communist Russian Ties

London report says Moscow Radio announced Mao Tse-tung and Chinese leadership in Moscow to discuss strengthening a treaty and credits. Comment notes growth of Russian credits to China and potential settlement of the Wade questions between Portugal and China. Mao would remain in Russia for several weeks.

London Moscow Commarta Mao Tae Tung Tendehip Lane Maran Chiang Kai Beha

UK Deficit for Nine Months Reveals Postwar Struggles

The Financial Times reports a nine month deficit of 22 million pounds for the United Kingdom in 1948-50. The balance shows expenditure outpacing ordinary revenue as Britain faces a pivotal year for postwar recovery and policy shifts.

London Britalva Financial Times Weehdee United Kingdom

Australia Post 526 in Second Test at Newlands

Australia declared at 526 for seven on day two of the second Test against South Africa at Newlands. Hassett top scored with a 148 and Harvey reached 100 plus as Australia battled to post a dominant total, with rapid outfield and fast scoring before South Africa bowled. The news notes a high first innings stand and a mammoth 636 for five declared by Australia.

Newland Mendey Australia Righed Newlands Tess South Africa Betta Ie Rowen

Extra match sought by South Africa in tour

In Capetown a possible third match during the South Africa tour is under discussion. Australia may loan players to strengthen the Australian team for the March 10 11 and 13 fixtures, with travel and fees to be arranged. Wicket and bowling figures listed suggest ongoing test preparation and squad considerations.

South Africa Lass Tata Capetown Zealand

Scotland Yard Triumphs Again in 22 Murders Solved

Scotland Yard reports a record year with 22 murders solved by the Metropolitan Police. Many cases remain under investigation as authorities credit persistent work and new methods in catching culprits.

London Cotland Yard Metropolitan Police Ares

Hope for cinema Hollywood telephoning breakthrough

A fragmented report discusses telephone television as a tool for promoting cinema. McDonald predicts phonevision could boost the film industry and mentions a potential $10 cost uplift per device for viewers at Glevidon set, with the aim of reviving movie interest and box office.

McDonald

Hales Wins Three Years in Nevada Divorce Trends

Fragmented OCR reports a Nevada prewar and postwar divorce trend with figures for 11/808 and 6,592 in EAD, noting declines from a 4,748 prewar peak in 988 and a surge of 38,700 marriages in 1848 amid a 30 thousand population, suggesting overall marriage rates align with national trends.

Rend Standiay Ead Nevada Fuald

Wharves idle at Adelaide amid shipping strike

Fragmentary report notes Adelaide wharves idle as seven ships halt work. Affected cargo totals several thousand tons and delays linger, with the Beiev Feng Board and associates under scrutiny as tensions rise among operators.

An ‘Ie Han Tdl Biev Feng Board Cam i Ren Tor

Goering Steelworks Action Prompted for Possible Hazard

A damaged transcription notes alerts at Goering Steelworks about a potential dating crisis. The plant is described as highly modern in the western region with production near nineteen thousand units, and officials are ready to address the situation despite unclear wording.

Church Action Urged Over Racial Discrimination in S A

In London Mor ey, leaders of the World of Churches debate racial disparity and urge Christian action. Dr Cifing Ald and lay members differ on how churches should respond, warning that political leaders must reshuffle titles to recognize religious rights and awakening public sentiment.

S.A London Morey Lewis John Calibury Brad Jia Church

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