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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 07, 1948

Page

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International force eyed for Greece amid Balkan talks

At the U N O Balkans Committee in Athens, discussions focus on sending an international force to Greece. The United States Britain and Greece border confrontations rise as aid to guerrillas grows amid efforts to support the Greek government.

Athens U.N.O. Balkans Committee Greece United States Britain Markos Niee Greve Cewek Urescy Regula Croak Aawrican Kooktas Konittan Konitan Wahein Boresant Bridge Al-enian Front

Marines Learn For Mediterranean Migration Movement

A detachment of Marines departed Morehead City in two large transports bound for the Mediterranean. Observers note the detachment carries equipment and fuel, with some petrol and oil on board. The Navy appointed Vice Admiral Forrest P. Sherman as deputy chief of operations and Meandersin-Chief of the Pacific fleet, succeeding Vice-Admiral Bier in early February.

Ramstngton Eatlinat Morehead City Lm Mediterrenek Enicks Ube Kira Ainenf Reeceane Armirel Forrest P Shermans Cam- Meandersin

End of eggless and meatless days eyed in U S A

Washington Tuesday reports government plans to drop seasonal meatless and eggless days from food conservation program due to production increases and lack of public cooperation. Inflationary pressures may ease. autoelations cite noncompliance by small restaurants.

U.S.A Washington Ie Wim

Trial Of 21 Nazis In War Crimes Case

A fragmented report describes a trial involving 21 Nazis including Ernst Weltaneker and former state officials. They faced charges of war crimes and collaboration with the German regime. The defense contends the defendants were engaged in government operations during the period in question.

Fura

Bread Price Rise Shocks A C T and Queanbeyan

In Canberra and Queanbeyan a bread price increase is disclosed by Brigadier General Gommieorr on oath. The new scales set Opplingry Bread at 2d and 7d per loaf, with additional costs for other varieties. The measure, announced late, takes effect from a fixed date, though details are partly obscured in the broadcast.

Cenberra Commonwealth Gommieorr Ir St McCarthy

Egypt Hocolating Against Cholera

Amid a cholera outbreak in Egypt causing numerous deaths the government plans new precautions. Authorities report ongoing measures to curb spread and consider large scale vaccination of the population in February.

Landon Tasday Bourve Wen Drouere Indie Aira Worrea Saya

Migrants Reach Canada in 1947 Record Pace

Ottawa reports 15 000 migrants arriving in Canada during 1947 with about 59 820 people in the initial period. European arrivals total 7 343 as authorities expect the full year to reach around 20 000, with refugees and other groups included.

Cawada Ottawa Sereda

Huge U S Carrier To Lead Goodwill Visit Mission

One of America's newest aircraft carriers, the Valley Fors, will lead a goodwill visit touring Sydney after a Pearl Harbor deployment. The task force of 500 officers and 3,090 men sails five and a half days, arriving January 90, with air and road training exercises planned.

U.S Rydiney America Sydney Ellevmain

AMNSH WINERS MISS 1947 TARGET LONDON

The report notes six weeks of production ending Saturday showing coal output at 10.7 million tons versus a 30 million ton target. Reuters quotes Minister for Trade and Industry Lloyd George expressing disappointment yet acknowledging progress toward the goal despite recent shortfalls.

London Roeilern Onchal Eatimaten SMT Tone Wwe Uxt Galtakelltala Reuters Werthie Burt

Rare Unicorn Fish Brought to Taronga Park Aquarium

A cargo of 130 marine specimens arrived today at Taronga Park to stock the aquarium. Among them was a rare unicorn fish, one of very few seen in 15 years at Taronga. The report also notes other exotic arrivals as part of a planned exhibit expansion.

Taronga el Twronem Taronga Park

Little Assembly Adjourns With Soviet Boycott

Fragmentary report on a parliamentary session referencing a Soviet boycott and international tensions. Mentions United Nations terms, Commonwealth questions, and potential shifts in veto power debates among nations including New Zealand and Australia.

Unclear text fragment touches on 1948 Egypt Britain trade pact

Fragmented OCR notes reference British Egyptian trade links and sterling payments tied to a 1948 deal. Mentions Australia South Africa and US dollars, unspecified figures, and related financial, strategic contexts. Names and specifics are garbled. main point concerns an international pact shaping wartime era trade.

London Shepy Britain Australia United States South Africa Mir Ato Stern Valances Jug Iarenae Abeine Dogdemtur Reutsre

Wyatt Earp Fiasco Alters Antarctic Plans

Melbourne reports the polar exploration ship Wyatt Earp cannot complete its return voyage to the Antarctic. A larger ship was planned for exploratory work, but a heavy storm between Melbourne and Hobart damaged the Wyatt Earp, ripping its deck and halting the mission.

Melbourne Tegnmne Wyatt Esup Wyatt Earp Wyatt

Early marriage rumors swirl around ex king Michael

A distorted report from Turmiay claims ex King Michael of Mane Yor may marry into Bourbon line soon. The tale mentions Princess Antic and a Swiss union amid confusion and telephonic chatter with unnamed officials.

Michael London Turmiay Princese Arms of Bourbon Mioher Bourton-Purmin Switzerland Aiichael Ix Princess Antic Anne Hix Binhi Deiner Aust Atk Prince Nicholas Finminta Romen Michael Anid Tax Mather Ek Gunn Heian

Unclear cry for Marshall Flan in truncated report

Fragments show mentions of Marshall Flan and voting phrases tied to Washington and a president. The piece references a foreign relations committee, a conference, and a plan to cut 37,000 million dollars, with incoherent line breaks and missing context.

Washingtin Tuenday Trims Ogramme Menate Foreign Relations Benator van Ambere Pirens Conferenne Met Regal

Rain Maker Trials Near Sydney Area Continue

Fragmented report discusses ongoing rainmaking experiments around Sydney with persistent rainfall issues. Mentions tests by associated teams and limited success in producing consistent rain through cloud seeding or similar methods. References past trials and weather impacts, noting delays and partial results amid uncertain outcomes.

Malaya Divers to Be Admitted for Pearl Work

Singapore reports the government granted permission for one Malayan to travel to Broome for pearl diving. Three others have already left Singapore for Broome, joining the ongoing colonial labor movement.

Pakistan asks for time on UN aid case delay

A Pakistan government envoy seeks postponement of a Security Council debate, hoping to delay a decision regarding independence celebrations in Karachi and the possible reinforcement of troops. Reports say delays and a closed access period hindered intelligence and border activity.

Pakistan TNO Devere Biel New York Walls Wren Karachi Fraian Forte Paiketam Indiana

Hoax Suspected Bone Find Near Brooklyn River

Detectives probing a pile of bones near Tronklyn Rawkekbury River suspect a prank by students. Police say there is no evidence of foul play and the scene appears staged as a joke, with no danger to public safety.

Tronklyn Rawkekbury River

Tojo Says He Did Not Know Pearl Harbour Plans

The article reports that Tojo claimed no knowledge of Pearl Harbour plans during wartime inquiries. It notes a convoluted exchange as investigators press for details while authorities discuss responsibilities and timing of the attack.

Tojo Pearl Harbour

War crime trials in Australia charge Japanese officers

In Hong Kong and Australia, 125 Japanese war criminals face charges for torture of POWs at camps from November 1942 to August 1945. The proceedings name 18 Japanese officers including Admiral Tahara Buveny and others linked to brutal abuses and mistreatment of prisoners.

Hongkong Tuesley Conta Srufferinge Qorturn Helen Galan Auietratjann Guten Wea Welnarde Pada Aldo Iain Hales Ailruk Sian Gordon Cove Fotey

RASS TO SET UP PALESTINE RULE

A terse dispatch reports that a nationalist Arab group plans a February move to establish a national administration for Palestine defying United Nations decisions. The article mentions corporate ties and freighter movements linked to American interests and ships arriving from New York with cargo marked heavy metal presumed connected to Palestine.

Rass Palestine Ruexing Nationa Parti Ann Fue Aimericat Ciacoveey TNT

BOAC Losses Highlight Civil Aviation Struggles

A novel report on BOAC deficits links financial strain to aircraft maintenance and unpaid accounts. It notes a 48 076 44 sterling deficit and warns taxpayers face a heavy burden while service quality remains subordinated to national interests.

Country players critique tennis country week bydsky

Report of a tennis country week meeting criticised divisions, limits on turns per section, and import restrictions. Notable results include Gallagher-Cel defeating Hoghen-taruiens and Grant-Ataptoton beating Curtin Mule.

Bydsky Thieney Chntry Tennin Asandablin Det Roto Liaiphteriticiaed Atzongsy Uh Stainet Tere Tarmive Anna Sena Tite Aix Mswad Queanbeyis Npparigny To & Ramen Reals Dsrant Elite Pleton Gallagher-Cel Hoghen-taruiens Sofenter Cudsaguir Edly Grant-Ataptoton Curtin Mule Hogben Bertin Gallagher-Call Bet

Railway Strike Looms as Melbourne Tram Hold Up Sparks Action

A Victorian Rail strike may develop after a special AU meeting in Melbourne. The Victorian Executive resolution blamed the State Government for delays in settling tram men’s dispute. The Tramway Employees’ Association threatened solidarity if no settlement by next Thursday. A parliamentary inquiry failed to reach a consensus. Officials urged haste as the strike risk grows amid mounting wages figures and a stalled tram dispute.

Melbourne A.R.U M. Engineman Tramway Employees’ Association Purlien Dtelbourne Mooney Mauile Wkaly Con Blackburn Tramway Empioyees’ Union Ate. O'Bhee Wamsco Dacaume Mrr Brete Uap Mr McDonata Peralbie McDonnll Pallaya enLrike Abit ‘Hon Ttty Aleealy

Homebush Meat Strikers May Resume Work In Sydney

The Homebush meat strike threatens wider supply disruptions as Sydney's major plants face walkouts. Up to 200 butcher shops could feel the impact as workers from Masters at Homebush join a broader industrial action demanding safer conditions and pay talks.

Sydney Homiebuthy Trajan Britain Homebush

Insanity charge follows inquiry in Wyalong fire

Loyd Fleming appeared in Wyalong Court on Tuesday charged with having knowledge of a fatal fire. The inquiry followed a deadly blaze at a local club where Angus Marknight, 72, and others were involved. The investigation continues as authorities review the events leading to the early Saturday morning incident.

Wyalong Loyd Fleming Appnarit Alice Van Nepetaker Angus Marknight Pieming Ututind

British purchase of Spanish oranges sparks trade note

A fragmentary report notes a British act with the Australian Government to buy oranges from Spain. Mentions Lieut. Gen. Rowert and Briton Aoki, frame terms, and a looming commemoration next week, with government involvement in central food matters.

Madrid Sabuhiey Australie Ministry of Food Central Aoki Toms

CLO Repudiates Wallace Candidacy by Party Board

The New York State branch of the Confederation of Industrial Organizations locally repudiated Wallace’s candidacy. The Cle (CLO) board, led by Lents E. Mlander, approved the action. The board warned that Wallace supporters pretended to back labor, but the proposed ticket would only harm Republican chances.

Wehlace Othe United Remete Board New York State Congtras of Industrial Beganizationa Uled Americgs Wep Lace Preident la & Cintentent Bar Hr Board Welarn Lebotr Anu Laheur

Mass Hysteria Outburst From Radio Hypnotics

A chaotic radio broadcast caused mass hysteria as listeners reported illnesses and headaches. Police and officials warned the public to stay calm while investigators examine the hypnotic program and its effects on the audience.

Strict Measures in Western Australia Against Paralysis

In Western Australia authorities impose strict measures after a steamer arrives from Adelaide with passengers including children. Quarantine is ordered at home while authorities work to prevent spread amid public concern.

W.A Fremantle Biavhuress Adelaide Chew Homes Urd Das Doon

German exports shared with sixty five countries in 19th century report

A brief item notes that 65 countries share German exports, listing nations such as Belgium, Sweden, Denmark, and the United States. It mentions January and November figures and references a 49 898 4041 etasling total across exported goods. The text is fragmentary with unclear dates and names.

Landon Novara Typ Briteh American Sonet Germany Belgium Bladend Sweden Denmmary

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U.N.O Balkans A.C.T Queanbeyan Egypt Winston Chutes Lord Soren Afr Churchill Reuters Marts Lake Sogcere Ukraine Gerchoslavikis United Nations Couniell Wyatt Kaz Sesalon Antarctic AmaUln Lallex Witt Lie Grup Campbell Sembig Wyatt Fary New Zealand Australis Wyatt Earr Gmncertain Sterling Erie South End Australia Aries Prince Badwerd Capetown Auxtralls Chifey Ente Kwapeper Nat Arnchery Sprowic Sun Marshall Flan Tain JW Bydney Sydney Nan Opel Cermpan Agniret Actt Akistan Tokyo Tuestay Fidelit Toko Aton Toyo Wiertne Iapana Tad F.O.W B.O.A.C Ie Beith Overwan Airways Corporation Oport Unet Diveck Ross Vic B.C.O.F Talles Wallace Byoney Tasmany Mir Waltham Maat Mar Saul Quaty Vatemere Quehy Mr. Ouby Linton
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