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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1947
Page
1
London reports flag a possible Anglo French alliance as talks continue between M Blum and British Foreign Minister Bevin. Officials favor patient pace to avoid sparking German threat while considering customs union options. Talks to resume this week.
London reports the Big Four begin framing a framework for a peace agreement with Germany. Bevin and Allied leaders seek a viable Austrian treaty and plan early discussions on German state federation and occupation terms amid a shifting postwar order.
Warsaw reports that Poland will run elections under Potsdam obligations amid British and American notes. Five Peasant Party leaders died after police and government supporters beat and tortured members. 130 candidates reportedly jailed or struck from lists. M. Aliiema Joayk claims the party faces suppression as observers demand unfettered electoral conditions.
Report from Tokyo states British troops stationed with the British Commonwealth Occupation Force are being considered for transfer to Palestine or to the Empire. Reuters notes the possibility as tensions rise over Middle East deployment. The article hints at planning moves pending political developments and regional security needs.
Domestic shipping operators resist government move to take back control of vessels amid anti subsidy pressure. The Marine Commission faces an omnipotent union of companies with 12,000,000 dollars at stake and debates extending the permit.
On the eve of talks to settle the British transport strike, between two and three thousand workers reportedly expanded action with earlier strikers in London threatening wider stoppages if troops are not withdrawn within 72 hours. The unrest disrupted shops, markets, and transport hubs as workers demand government intervention.
Fragmentary notice appears to reference a conversion loan issued by Australia of London at 4 percent. The garbled text mentions a large sum around £17,000,000 and refers to Austrian 4 percent notes, with incomplete lines about notices or actions and names. No clear dates, entities, or outcomes are readable.
A press writer rejects Polish charges linked to Count Grocholsk, alleging discrediting of the indictment. The piece notes alleged connections with underground networks and a British ambassador’s contact, implying media manipulation and a suggested cover for the count.
Fragmented excerpts describe a parliamentary scene with a presiding officer, a right wing deputy, and unclear actions. The garbled text hints at a French session discussing wartime or colonial matters, mentioning Indo Chi and Indo-Chinese concerns while a leader or presiding figure oversees the proceedings.
An OCR damaged note from Paris reports a newspaper strike ending in Parts with unclear dates and garbled text. The fragment hints at disruptions to Parisian publication schedules and potential resumed operations after a stoppage.
Reported theft at a frock shop in Hurlinghinst as two teen age girls allegedly robbed the store. Details are unclear due to damaged text but the event centers on the window display and counter area. Police may be investigating and no arrests confirmed at this time.
In a fragile session, Australian delegates argued for India’s position at the United Nations Conference but faced resistance. The high court in India was cited regarding procedural rules amid calls for a broad majority to back the stance.
A Mexican air crash killed 22 people including American soldiers and crew members. The disaster occurred during a military transport flight, with officials confirming casualties and ongoing investigations into the cause.
In Sydney Melbourne and Adelaide mass meetings voted to end the strike and return to work by tomorrow 8 am. Gas should be restored in three states by 6 pm Friday. Only 30 votes opposed resumption in Sydney amid arbitration court talks and wage considerations.
Government officials held lengthy conferences with Prices of Aelays and the Prime Minister and the Minister for Commerce to explore options for stabilizing meat prices. Discussions covered subsidies, wage protections, and measures to ensure affordable meat while safeguarding basic living standards.
A mass meeting of ten workers in general engineering decided on January 20 that if employers do not meet stated demands, workers already employed will withdraw on January 24. Guaranteed action and protections were discussed amid uncertainty following the meeting.
In Melbourne a nationwide railway strike threat looms after Victoria’s railway board challenged ARU regulations. Federal President and Victorian secretary J J Brown face show cause orders from the Arbitration Court, with two writs seeking restraint on strikes and discipline actions. The case tests union authority over strikes and member conduct amid transport disputes.
Police uncovered two former Nazis hiding in Lisbon. One man committed suicide by poison, the other attempted suicide but failed to fire. The deceased was Karl Wissman, former German press attaché, with associate Adolf Muunanstern described as a long-term tape officer. The dying Wissman allegedly uttered Hiller before his death.
The appeal by Zann Lewin and the United Mine Workers against a district court contempt ruling faces argument over a 510,000 dollar fine. Attorney General Tom Clark presses that contempt threats undermine the court and national order, amid war reports and Communist troop fears.
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