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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 15, 1947

Page

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Coal stoppages threaten if meat strike not settled soon

In eighth day of disruption, miners warn the Minister for Labour and Industry that coalfields will halt operations unless the meat strike is resolved. Sydney butcher shops closed as tensions rise, with miners demanding a settlement and government intervention.

Sydney Mr Lawes Aiinors Tie Bereatise Dr. Knight Ubello Borkerdt Mont Butchers Mde Garant Lailer RieRt Alto Nyita Mt, Wa Warbert

Gas workers to vote today on settlement Sydney

Federal union in Melbourne decides to call off the gas strike in Sydney. Meetings of the workers endorse the settlement terms. Gas supplies should be available in Sydney by Friday morning. Adelaide council’s decision will be reviewed before rank and file meetings tomorrow.

Sydney Thas Federal Council of Gan Fomployees Melbourne Gan Adelaide

Dollar Bill for Relief Promises Aid Amid Shortages

New York reports indicate global economies face potential food shortages as the United Nations notes twelve countries needing relief. The total required aid is uncertain, but several nations may need up to 200 million dollars to avert hunger.

New York Unitat

Whitey Whitelaw Field Named Editor of Herald Tribune

Me Whitelaw Field is named editor of the Herald Tribune after the death of Ogden Reed. The Herald Tribune was founded by Horace Greely and is part of the New York Tribune Incorporated. The board nominated Field to succeed the late editor and he becomes the paper's chief.

New York Tuessay New York Tribune Incorporated Herald-Tribune Whiteiny Reta Ogden Raid Ogden My. Whitelaw Field Merald ‘Tribune Horner Greely

Secret Military Orders Found in Communist Hands

London reports say police raided Communist leadership hubs in Bombay and Delhi amid claims of hidden military instructions. An editor of a local paper cited as The People’s Review is alleged to be connected to the document leak. Police actions followed the seizure of papers detailing measures to counter British governance.

London Comenaniak Origanizntiona Leadera Bombay Delimye Hautor Thomaida Frople Dein We "People’s Ree Commuuniat

Nazi Women Fiends Executed in German Clemency Board Verdict

Turnday Reutern from Berlin and Hida Warnick joined nurse Helen Wieczorek were executed by pistol and guillotine for the murder of patients at a mental health facility in Western Germany. A German court ordered the sentences after reviewing the case and clemency considerations.

London Turnday Reutern Berlin Hida Warnick Helen Wieczorek Burt Rela Germany Tormierey

ARU Asks Full ACTU Meeting On Double Time

Melbourne report states the Australasian Railways Union sought an immediate meeting of the ACTU full executive to discuss the push for double time for Runday work. Secretay Brownwald said the union viewed with concern the Drake-trockman-towards double time plan and noted no sign of a nation wide stoppage.

Melbourne Australaa Railways Union Dineiiag Laing Ute AU Brown Udge Drake-trockman Wedalin Ly Ask

Higher Wool Duty Sought in U S

Hearings opened on proposed tariff increases affecting Britain Australia New Zealand Canada and other nations. Republican representative urged a 0 per cent duty with a fixed wool export limit while debates included supply chain and trade policy implications for the United States and Department of Agriculture.

Washington Tureday Britain Australia New Zealand Canada Africa France Repuntican Wyoming Wile Cn

Soviet Spy Ring Active in United States Claims

Russian captainag? agent states members of NAVD allegedly targeting U.S. officials and seeking Soviet influence. Kiril intexging, farmer member of Une Fk embassy recalls Moscow agents pursuing democracy, possibly tied to atomic talks. he suggests Russians were working with others toward nuclear talks, with uncertain returns.

New York Tosaday NAVD Anerst United States Kiril Une Fk Meaien Oribe Dentaring Ara Prane Iterview Yeatorany

McKell Inacti Denounced in Wartime Speech Denunciation

A mangled snippet describes a political confrontation with McKell denounced by critics. It references government actions, a ministerial line, and warnings about violence. The garbled text mentions a push for voluntary effort and gas-related protections amid wartime pressures.

Coal Supply Cut in Britain

Britain moves to cut coal imports amid energy shortages as government acts to safeguard industry. Officials say measures will reduce fuel costs and curb unemployment while protecting vital industries. experts warn disruption to exports and manufacturing could follow.

No Danger From Rocket Tests in Australia

Melbourne report states Australia will not face danger from rocket tests as Britain's launch program shifts to a new Central Australian range. Lieutenant General J. F. Evettal tontay arrives with administrative muster and confirms rockets are on schedule, not imminent. Three non pounds planned for range maintenance and upgrade.

Australia Melbourne Bettaln Rocke J. F. Evettaltontay Britain Prinuly

Bread Nation Oct Framed in Brutaen London

Britain faces a worsening road crisis as the nation enters October. Ailing road conditions threaten transport and daily commerce, with officials warning of further strain over the next ten weeks.

Bread Nation Brutaen London Britain Bettie Aailes Journal Mitte

Royal Dutch Shell seeks expiration area in New Guinea

North West New Guinea will be the area for Royal Dutch Shell Company's proposed expiration for will action. The plan involves clear aims to secure long term rights in the region.

Orme Cabinet Jurmhupftr Rejected in Creek Government Move

A new proposal to broaden Creek governance was rejected yesterday as a Sinnamon Seamen faction objected to joining the administration. The move involved British Limited Prem.

Thomtay Prem

Air Lines Slump in Bookings Stuns Industry

Air lines face a drop in bookings as fears of more crashes deter travelers. Reports indicate 1,200 available seats remain unsold amid a gloomy travel outlook, with airlines warning of sustained weak demand and tighter schedules.

Air Lines

Congress seeks probe of air losses urged by both parties

Congress members from both major parties call for an independent investigation into air losses and aviation reliability. Senators and representatives urge the committees to examine recent incidents, airline practices, and safety measures amid public concern. The move seeks a transparent inquiry beyond Senate Commerce oversight.

Congress New York Fehoing Ton’ of Representatives Saint the Sinate Senate Commerce

Fighting Chinese in N E1 War Report from Palembang

A wartime dispatch reports Chinese civilians killed and wounded around Palembang after Dutch bombardment. About 6 000 Chinese are said to be homeless as houses burn in the early January attack. The piece notes fighting between Dutch and Indonesian forces near Pedemieng and an associated press note from Singapore.

Langan Vupsing Presa Singapore Unites 1 Chinem Hulslainemnt Palebang Pedemieng Palembang

Russian Draft Treaty Plans Stir Allied Diplomacy

London reports detail Minacow views as part of a proposed draft peace treaty between the Allies and Germany. Foreign Ministers meet to prepare the timetable, with Bevin welcoming delegates from Britain United States and France. A key issue is how long occupation troops remain in Germany after signing.

London Minacow Huassen Germany Miniaters Moncowr Maren Achange Teleeraph Bevin Britain Willian Strang Lord Hood United States Robert Murph General Clark France M. Bouve de Murville Frugiteven Faermans

Stabbing by Pencil Shocks Perth Crowd

An unknown man was found fatally stabbed through the heart in a Perth city scene. A pencil protruded from the wound, and investigators searched for clues as to the attacker and motive amid a puzzling, violent incident.

Perth Tursday Manny

Soap Speculators Cause Shortage In Laundries

Report from Sulnay Tupelay notes a shortage of soap due to speculators hoarding crude supplies. President Seine W. Luatilute of Lannderen cites export restrictions and overseas price trends as drivers while awaiting government action. Local laundries face rising costs as supply dwindles.

Sulnay Tupelay Seine W. Luatilute Lannderen Conway Trun Australia

Four Houses Destroyed by Spirit Stove Fire

A fire at Malbourne on Tuesday caused four cottages and part of two-storey houses to burn after a methylated spirit device overturned. James Sheridan, 80, a pensioner using the stove, was injured. Two other pensioners were affected by smoke and flames.

Malbourne Tuessiny Howe James Sheridan Wis

Atlantic Storm Delays World’s Biggest Liners in Severe Gale

A powerful North Atlantic storm buffets luxury liners with a three mile per hour westerly gale halting arrivals and delaying passengers. The Amerten, famed American liner, reached New York after a rough voyage as crews and offices handle numerous inquiries amid sea and weather disruptions.

New York North Atlantic Paxsau Nal Panengers Amerten Neue Yorke Fein Feurupe

Bayonetted on Jap Submarine by American Crew

Fragmented OCR from a 1940s wartime report describes an American merchant crew bayoneting aboard a Japanese submarine. Details mention an air attack, a dive order, and crew actions, with references to Allied war crimes tribunals and the loss of life aboard the vessel.

Tokyo Nanda Koife

Threats in Palestine Prompt Jewish Meeting in Jeruasalem

A Jerusalem meeting of Palestine Jews is planned for January 30 to urge anti terror measures after an dispute between Sir Henry Gurney and the Jewish National Council. The heated exchange prompted a warning from the British government and a London talks invitation. Delegation reportedly includes Jamal Qusairini Dr Hussein Khalidsi and Mite Flahery.

Yeruralem Jeruamiony Palestine Jews National Council Chie Palestine Oyorntent Henry Gurney Uw Jewish National Council Fen Gurian Anya Rett Henry

Liner Corinthic Ready by April

A shipyard at Birkenhead prepares the Liner Corinthic for launch in April. The Birkenhead yard reports completion of the 4000 ton liner, with plans to enter trade routes between England and the overseas markets as demand rises.

Lanpon, Tursany Shave Savill and AtNon Company Anit Laird Birken England Bow

Giant XC Bz to be world’s largest air transport

Washington Tuesday report says the Consolidated Aircraft Company plans to unveil the giant XC Bz, touted as the world’s largest air transport. The craft, carrying about 400 passengers, will cruise at 300 miles per hour with a 22 percent reserve, powered by six 300 horsepower engines.

Washington

Transport Strike Spreads Across Britain and Ports

A chaotic workforce strike expands from London to the provinces with dock workers, road transport drivers, and others joining in sympathy. Reports claim 1,500 to 2,000 Liverpool drivers refuse eggs and butter cargo from Australia while 1,000 at other markets join protests. Military labor talk and government assurances appear amid disrupted markets and halted wages.

London London Food Transport Livarpool Australia

Burmese Delegation Demands Full Independence From Britain

Burmese leaders in London press for immediate, full sovereign independence. They state Burma must choose its own future with an open, sympathetic British policy. Burma insists on unhindered self rule and lasting friendship with Britain, aiming to achieve freedom within years.

London Burma Attlee Britain AtVes Awag Ban Encke Wolsnig

Polish Elections on Sunday in wartime Poland

In Warsaw on a day described as free and open by some, about 18 million voters face a parliamentary election. Deputies will be elected proportionally, with seats allocated to parties rather than individuals, amid a tense political climate and ongoing allied considerations.

Warsaw Tueadey Poland Organian Vine Haya Freuter Bates Ndemnerabie Log Anil Ube Polat Peauant Party

New Funker Piety Trial Aims at Art Taindon Tuesday

Disjointed report notes a sought trial date for Piety at Art Taindan along with references to Blexfried Rubus and a military court involving Kimble’s co defendants. Mentions Stuttgart, a bombing scheme, and claims of contact with a deputy, Martin Hormann.

Funker Art Taindon Rubus Aor Stuttgart Ester Kimble Ae Switiema

Canadian Act Valid to Abolish Privy Council Appeals

The article outlines debates in London over Canada’s act abolishing Privy Council appeals. It discusses whether the Dominion Parliament may establish a general court of appeal for Canada and if the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction should be ultimate and exclusive. A government view supports self government and a unified final appeal, while imperial concerns probe constitutional limits under the British North America Act and provincial powers.

London Turaday Privy Council Jewett Law Landa Janus Aratly Canada Betta Commonwealth of Naione Commonwealth Supreme Court of Appeal

Minister Comments on Privy Council Judgment Ottawa

Minister Saint Lauriel says the Privy Council could end appeals for Canadian citizens when a regulatory majority supports it. He cautions against preemptive action and notes no decision on formal changes. Revenue and legal authorities debate whether reform will appear in the forthcoming session.

Ottawa Tuseday Duatice Nalevy Aesnion

Hungary Tension Amid Calls to Oust Right Wing Leaders

Report from Vienna via Ruidapest notes rising tension as the government faced demands to remove all right wing members. Communists gain popularity amid arrests and civil unrest. A smallholder party threatened, risking a shift to a left sway or broader coalition.

Virnea Vienna Ruidapest Sayhat Hungarteut Camila Zaliin Tildy Aly

Pays Newspaper Resumes After Printers Strike

A city paper returns to print after a printers strike halted publication. The union pressed for higher wages while managers prepared a new schedule and tried to stabilize operations for the next issue.

Talon

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