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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 17, 1947

Page

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Britain and France Reach Early Alliance Prospect

London reports a near term Anglo French alliance in theory with talks between the British and French leaders. Reuters notes the move would be a pivotal postwar shift, completing the alignment of Eastern and Western Europe following prior Soviet and Franco Soviet pacts.

London Attias Reuter Europe Lena Lonton Werome Reuter Amyn Soviet Union Praneh Communist Party Wuaala Ambarmador Paris Monnet Germany Ponta France Ruhr Aras Aikchanoan Pepieranig Norrow Aimee Pasinvanion Teles Ada Alinor Incaresta Siappe Romarry Morrison

Polish Premier Predicts Victory At Poll

Warsaw reports Prime Minister Morawiecki predicted a sweeping win for the Communists while authorities said voting would be fair. A blast damaged shops in central Warsaw as the city faced election material distribution and security concerns amid postwar strain.

Warsaw Thurssey Torane Goommwat Te Pali Faiyard Bret Morewmid E Pevim Frenor Associated Pres Miniatre Uwe Lorry Fonds de Nooligens Ant Wrecker

Russia Criticizes Polish Elections Amid Allied Rifts

Moscow broadcast Molotovs reply to American charges over Polish government conduct in elections. He denies Polish government abuses and says U.S. claims rely on Polish Peasant Party sources. He cites alleged killings and civic guards as evidence of political turmoil during the vote.

London Runala Britain America Polini Eigelions Russia Wls Moscow Aio M. Molotov Die Americianate Pasiah Yalta Molotov Bowlet Warman Sid Aimil

Attlee Visit Further Deferred

London notes that Attlee plans to visit Australia but further postponement is reported. The Prime Minister’s travel is delayed past the middle of the year as officials reassess schedules and international commitments amid ongoing wartime or postwar uncertainties.

London Thuraday Attiow Britain Eneter

Cumch Demand For Semmes Arve

Prague reports active negotiations and border land claims as Germany faces renewed pressure. The Czech foreign minister signals stronger stance on a disputed 17 square kilometer strip near the German border, with reference to recent accords and potential implications for regional stability.

Prague Salto

Food gifts to Britain highlight Australian aid effort

Fragmentary report notes Australia sending food gifts to Britain with quantities around 480,000 and 18,000 weight. Queensland Agent-General Mr Pike states publicity and public awareness of Australia’s aid, referencing distribution to the aged in Norwich and other regions.

Britain Austra Emma Queensland Ind Fenty Norwich Mir. Pike Australia Aetralia

Six Drowned in African Flood Disaster

A severe flood in Pilvermacitaburg kills six people after a heavy rainstorm. The center of town experienced inches of rainfall causing extensive damage. Estimates place destruction in the thousands of pounds with the worst flood in years.

Camerons Pilvermacitaburg

Spitzbergen Treaty Interests Britain and U S

Washington reports the 1.8. Blate Department expects revision talks on the Spitzbergen treaty with Norway and Iceland. Britain and the United States say no final decision has been made. Norwegian Foreign Office notes preliminary negotiations. Russian threat concerns Oslo circles about possible expansion of Soviet territory.

Washington

Trees To Se Satellite Ties In U S

In a rare fragment from a late-era report Secretary of State Davies announces satellite ties and peace treaty completions. Documents will be sent to Allied Powers for review before formal signing in Paris in February. Jefferson Caffrey foreshadowed U S involvement.

U.S Washington Davies Myr Dunuisey Paria Aiiuseldor Jefferson Caffrey United States

Mrs Roosevelts License Cancelled In New York

A distorted account notes Mrs Roosevelt losing her license in New York with a chance to appeal after 20 days. A departmental officer says the application may be granted, despite unclear details and damaged wording from the report.

New York Oncomine Trai Mie

AE L Urges Urions to Drop Portal Claims

Fragmented OCR text shows AE L urging Urions to drop portal claims amid political tension. References to Wabeington, Thursday, and mentions of the American Federation of Labor and a president, with unclear numbers and phrases about portal pay and debts.

Ae.l Wabeington Nuriona Nia American Federation of Labor William Greet Ukes Revesomnina Clayma

Belgrade Says Hungarian Plot Alleged by Leaders

Belgrade reports a Hungarian plot alleged by officials cited by Reuters from Budapest. The claim links conspirators to actions against the government and involves funds promised to support anti government activities.

Tugoslay

Small Nations Seek Place at Treaty Talks

Reports from London say Foreign Ministers' deputies prepared for a conference on peace with Germany and Austria. Nine nations including Poland the Netherlands Yugoslavia Australia South Africa and Canada would be heard. Britain France and the United States indicated willingness to allow small states to attend.

London Aml A Iieetationa Germany Austria Bouin Africa Canada Austral Busia M. Gaumer Antes Hritain Frasioe Gusev Netherlands Yugoslavia Australia South Africa

Smerttenko Sent Back to France London

Smerttenko was escorted by six policemen as he boarded a plane back to France from London. Reporters were engaged by officials about the incident while details remained unclear.

Smertenko France London Thinaay Pruteasin Smvertwniko Wwe Praner Loeday Taginn Tore Ommce Asta Nehyucliana Emenenko Tailourn Psonemor Aitte Capines

No More Floggings in Palestine Across Rift in Reports

Fragmentary dispatches note British reporting of Palestinian punishments and political tensions in Jerusalem Amman and surrounding areas. An Iranian youth faces remittance charges while military court actions and bomb incidents are traced to Amman. Prime Minister Tennajorden is cited in transit of events.

Jerusalem Thurday Varios Pullen Crate Pinan Amman Transforaan Tillah United Press Drillan Giria’ West Hustiene He ‘Tennajorden

Publication appoints editor for United Nations outlet

An English language notice confirms Dulley Pilcher of New York has been named editor of a United Nations publication based at Lake Success with headquarters in New York City. This marks a leadership change for the UN outlet.

Ruktor York Dulley Pilcher Danberric United Nation Ite Lake Succeaa

King Christian of Denmark Reported With Eye Inflammation

In Copenhagen on Thursday a royal bulletin from King Christian IV Danish advisers states the monarch suffers eye inflammation. The brief note lists general health concerns and offers no further details.

Christian Denmark Copenhagen

London strikers vote to stay out of port work stoppage

Workers in London decide to continue their strike action delaying port operations. About 1,000 longshoremen vote in favor of sustaining the stoppage amid demands for concessions and a new joint agreement. The Daily Mail notes a guarded guarantee from management while negotiations proceed.

London Seagate Argentin Daily Mail

Pakistan Only After Independence Is Gandhi's View

Gandhi states that Pakistan can only be considered after India gains independence. He warns that reversing the process invites foreign help and that creating a separate Stealem State would threaten national unity. He argues that any move to harm India through foreign powers is unacceptable.

Pakistan Dhatialstam Eastern Benne Thuredey Gandhi Lins

Reparation Ship Call From Fremantle Toward Australia

Fragmentary dispatch reports a reparations ship in the Great Australian Bight with a lone German cargo vessel en route from Fremantle to Tasmania. A tag left in Adelaide after noon indicates disposal to a station, reflecting wartime maritime activity.

Adelati Australia Germany Fremantle Adelaide Samstatwe

Higher we sought won UK for Janish produce

A telegram from The Daily Telegraph reports that Denmark plans to offer Britain a large share of fish and meat products next week. A Danish delegation will depart for London to discuss prices and trade terms as Britain prepares for potential imports.

Deniah London Britain Copan i The Daily Telegraph Denmark

Paraguay Reverses Postwar Trend Against Communists

Paraguay under President Morinigo declares a 30 day state of siege and reorganizes the government claiming Communists planned an uprising. The move marks a domestic interruption of postwar recognition trends in the region.

New York Paraguay United Press Paragusy Enor Morinigo

Violent Storm Delays Duke Departure to Morning

Sydney reports a violent electrical storm that forced a postponement of the Duke of Blancertarty air from Mascot until 8 a.m. tomorrow. Thunder, lightning, and heavy rain affected area homes with minor damage. one leg of the journey will resume in the morning with normal services expected from Mascot.

Duke Sydney Duke of Blancertarty Mascot Balta Romeville Singh Stuacot

Truman Appeals to Stop Racketeering

Fragmented report quotes Truman urging action against civil rights abuses and race discrimination after a deadly incident in Monroe Georgia. The speech recalls past events and criticizes courts and officials, signaling broader calls for federal remedies to guard rights amid racial violence.

Washington

German POW Escape Near Barcarst Reported

Fragmentary report states German prisoners of war escaped from an E.O.W. camp near Barcarst after tunneling. Several prisoners fled toward the 80 site, some captured, others still at large. Patrols and searches were ongoing as authorities tracked escapees.

Parie E.O.W Barcarst

Price Increase Aims to Break Sydney Meat Dispute

London style dispatch reports Australia considering wholesale price hikes for mutton, lamb, and veal as Sydney and Newcastle seek to curb black market pressures. Prime Minister Chifley and officials press for market flow, with retail prices to rise later and wholesalers targeted for price frames. Sydney master butchers vote to strike against higher costs but may reopen shops after government border measures.

Sydney Newcastle Queensland Diatricia Fiona Ate. Chines New Soul Chifley Alan Biaokmarket Op Radona Chilley

Bus and Tram Stoppage Averted in Sydney

In Sydney a threatened bus and tram stoppage appears to be averted after a conference between transport unions and the state government. Premier indicated no opposition to time and wage demands while agreeing to a four week holiday for tram staff. Trade council members continued discussions with the Premier regarding working hours and potential strike actions in Sydney and Newcastle.

Sydney St Ean Sydmuamien Aydnes Newusstle McKall oMelats Sue Combines Transport Unions Trades and Labor Council Tuamena

Russians suspend dismantling of German factories

A German Bolshevik Unity Party report states the Soviet military administration halted the dismantling of German industrial plants. The new measure appears linked to proposed German monopolies under the American occupation plan, with penalties including fines up to £8,000 and imprisonment up to ten years for noncompliance.

London Thorsdey Bociatat Unity Party Mito

Metal trades dispute widens as Monday work halt planned

In Melbourne on Toursday confusion over terms rises as 68 000 interstate Amalgamated Engineering Union members face a dispute settlement. The ASE organizer indicates possible extensions while the Federated Ironworkers Association warns of continuing action and expects a return to work only when conditions are right.

Melbourne Uisday Wfth Wenlor Australian Metal Industries Asociation IMCN McKay Pisne Amalgamated Engineering Union Counci ASE Wenle Une Wien Aan Federated Ironworkers Aaso Ion Mir Be Fleneger

Indochina Censors Report Miners Dead in Blast

Reported from Hanoi to Plymouth Pennsylvania details a deadly mine explosion that killed twelve miners and injured others. French authorities claim the blast was necessary for security, while American officials note unclear casualty figures and ongoing verification.

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