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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 18, 1947

Page

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Butchers Vote Not To Reopen Coalfields Shops

Newcastle butchers voted against reopening their shops in the coalfields area for next week. About 150 members attended and rejected a motion to reopen under terms proposed by the Federal Government. Only six supported the motion. The meeting upheld the previous decision to stay closed, with leaders calling the government terms unsatisfactory.

Butchers Coalfields Newcastle Lake Macquari

Engineers Ordered to Halt Work in Melbourne Foundries

In Melbourne, 3000 members of the Amalgamated Engineers Union received a circular from union officials directing them not to resume work in metal factories on Monday or any day when settlement terms are not agreed to by the union.

Melbourne Ianalgamated Engineering Union Theli Union AJLU

Tram strike may be deferred in Sydney

Tram workers plan a one day stoppage in Sydney with meetings delaying action. The union and the New South Wales Railway and Tram Service Council discuss a risk of limited service and potential delays if the strike proceeds. Authorities say only 6000 or more workers may be affected. some employees may not report for work on Monday at midnight.

Sydney Ffisy Willy Mike Nova

Miners Voice Against Late Hotel Closing Plan

Union members voiced opposition to a proposed late hotel closing measure. The speakers were determined to oppose any change, stressing that the plan would harm workers and their families. Members carried the motion unanimously, showing firm support for their stance.

London Strike Called Off by Transport Men

London transport workers ended an eight hour day four hour week and overtime pay dispute after settlement with employers. About 70 000 men and 17 000 dockers returned to work as talks led by a new industrial council sought to end negotiations on terms. Agencies warned of possible food shortages if fuel and bread shipments faltered during the stoppage.

London Frid Unele Transport Lonton Dackers

New Zealand Waterfront Strike Called Off by Union

Auckland reports a waterfront strike pause as union leaders announce a return to negotiations. The National Council of New Zealand Waiters Union directs all members to resume work from Monday with a settlement still out of reach. Government stance remains unchanged from pre Christmas talks and the expansion of the Water Transport Industry Commission is set for Friday.

Auckland Ube Fnational Council of New Zealand Waisreiters’ Union Dirsotfad Bayie Seltinmnent Watertrar Industry Commission

Dockyards Offer To Reopen Monday

SYDNEY Friday report says dockyard aides and employees plan to end a stoppage begun November 27 and resume 61 yards of work Monday. Dispute talks may resume next Thursday, as unions hope to secure enough labour and avoid costly delays. NSW Council Disputes committee will meet Tuesday to discuss the matter.

Sydney Omdlala Unlatia New South Wales Council Disputes Committee

America Merges Army and Navy

President Truman announces a plan to unify the United States armed forces under a National Defence Secretary with a separate air force and unified strategic command. The Army retains ground forces and aviation, the Navy keeps carrier aviation, and the Air Force operates as an equal service. Canada reports reduced recruiting and demobilisation progress, with force tallies and veteran releases noted.

Wabhtngton Friay Iair Palterwas Ravytte Forrestal United Bixton Armed Forces T National Defence Forren Rumen Ministry of Defence Orpanic Asraeaulatiog Poe Goss Tong Penge Ianyaina Remaliza Jie Manse Xemi Tourly Navy Ottawa Brooke Claxton Canada

Islands Turn To U5 World Air Record Speed Break

Reports from London indicate significant public interest as the Virgin Islands’ air speed efforts face hurdles. Authorities consider admin moves amid proposals affecting education limits and federation questions, with islanders voicing objections through Associated Press coverage.

London Pridey Plato Eooreed Tertle i Don Frida Virgin Inlands Dritinh Figiairen Waterson American United Presa Niles

Byrd Expedition Finds Old Camp at Little America

Admiral Byrd's expedition ships reached Little America to learn the Bay of Whales was frozen and the entrance unusually small. An icebreaker moved to permit ships to enter and moor as crews prepared the site.

Little America Admiral Byrd America Bay of Whales Milne

Churchill Leads United Europe Movement

Lanpur reports Winston Churchill chairs a United Europe movement aimed at forming a European confederation under a world governance system. Members include L A Amery Lord Layton Sir David Maxwell Kyte Professor Gilbert Murray and the Dean of Paul’s among MPs and peers. officials plan continent contact and a European conference.

Lanpur Burpy Continent Dominions United States

Australian hearing set on German peace talks next week

London reports say Australian ministers will present views at the Foreign Ministers deputies meeting. Canada echoes concerns over invited participation and the format of treaty drafting. Nebhutlands and Netherlands join similar protests, with Australia urging a careful, documented approach before linking assent to recognition.

London Australia Germany Austen Ammats Auatralia Canads Ty Witten Nebhutlands Australis Vuoainwla Canada Polat Sith Ganev

Talmdage Wins Governorship Clash In Georgia

Georgia Court battles and police actions mark a disputed governor race as Hermann Talmadge defeats Bilis Arnall amid courtroom petitions. Key events span mansion entry attempts, temporary offices lined up, and protests over the appointment as the case proceeds before the Georgia Superior Court.

Talmadge Georgia New York Hermann Talfadge Bilis Arnall Allants Arnall Stake Tal Atmel Fens Belure Seorgig Palmadge Jocks Bae Zac Talmadges

Pan American Through Service Set for January Start

Pan American plans through service this month from New York to San Francisco and Sydney with initial flights expected to begin Thursday January 26. Service will operate using DCE airlines, with round trips extending to Sydney and back to San Francisco weekly.

PAN American New York Pan American Alwayn

Chalk River atomic plant risks and defensive aims

Ottawa dispatch reports that Canada plans no military use of radioactive dust from Chalk River, focusing on safe production and containment. The defence minister says the tiny particles could pose a lethal threat if released, but current efforts center on preventing exposure and protecting scientists.

Ottawa Imm Dispatch Newpaper Cali Oise Atomic Energy Plant Chalk Wiver Chalk Rivar Canada Defence Chalk River WaLard

Britain seeks UN action on Gorlu Strait dispute

Britain asks the United Nations Security Council to take up the Gorlu Strait controversy by Monday. The informal request was submitted to the council chairman Nariman Makin who indicated Albania may lack ready representatives to respond to the changes.

Poland to Ignore British Note Sends Party Pledge Appeal

The report notes Poland’s government reaction to a British note and mentions a pledge from the Polish government ahead of general elections. Leader Mikolajnyle appeals for support. A vice president comments that the party may continue after a national vote, contingent on results.

Poland London Frias Warsaw Ieee

Greek ship in New York voyage cited as racket claim

The New York report alleges Greek owners used Katoomba as a racket with a Greek owner and the Ohio Wheel claim that the ship Kat innuts has been prohibited pending settlement. accuses misled passengers, exorbitant prices, and inadequate accommodations. The suit seeks 200000 dollars with passenger fares up to 800 dollars, alleging negligent operation and lengthy delays.

Katoomba New York Staiinges Pasvengrerm Wits Fulee Promines Kiasson Ethriulsse Elianbeth

No vote by S A growers on wheat scheme

The South Australian Wheat and Wool Growers Association executive today passed a resolution urging the Federal Government to amend legislation to give effect to wheat stabilisation. Despite a no vote in the State poll, the resolution states the association does not condemn the growers, but supports stabilisation policy and Australian Wheat Federation backing conducted in Perth. The Federal Government is expected to introduce amended legislation in April to implement the policy.

Adelaide Frida South Australan Wheat and Australias Wheat Federation Perth

William Tilden Sentenced By Los Angeles Judge

William Tilden was sentenced to nine years in prison after a Los Angeles court hearing. Judge Bell reminded the defense that he had been an idol to thousands and warned of the consequences of further offenses. The case concerned an offense involving an invader or intruder during a match.

York Los Angeles Bell Diden Gutt

Eviction of Ex Soldier and Wife at Ainsue

G J Butt a 30 year old motor mechanic employed by the Works and Housing was eviction from a Campbell Street Armille house at 12 20 pm yesterday. Butt and his wife said they had nowhere to go and would ask police for permission to sleep at the station. Furniture was loaded onto a lorry by department workers and eviction supervised by Housing officials. The Sheriff Mr Davidson attended with two deputy sheriffs present.

G. J. Butt Parmvat ‘of Works and Housing Campbell Street Armille Batt Butt Me. Davidson Canberra Hema Lhe Urie Niepartmental Siciain EU Pour Departmental Butte Limesime Avenue Omy Br. Butt Tyson Street Alnalle Mme Mr. Butt Strondy Mire Landon Fridey Unum Igar Carinthia Emul Ra Yugosievia Ern Ares Styria Bull Oticiala Vuguntavia Axales Burgenland Grote Wilin Yugtalavia Alan Beane Returned Soldier’ League League Tyrie

Yugoslav Demand For Part Of Austria Sparks Turmoil

A chaotic sequence unfolds as Yugoslav claims over parts of Austria trigger government action. Deputies, departmental staff, and furniture transport contend with delays and shortages while Mrs Butt struggles amid political pressure and a move to relocate belongings to her father’s Tyson Street residence.

Royal Photos Air From Warship Vanguard Cape Mission

Fragmentary OCR recounts Royal Navy ship Vanguard bound for the Cape with a royal party aboard. Mentions photographs to be published in Britain and other papers. References are garbled but imply a wartime press photo relay through GPO channels and public patrons.

London

Graziers push for full prices from Britain and board policy

The Sydney council met and decided to inform the Australian Meat Board of policy moves. It urged the board to maintain higher export prices in negotiations with the British Government and to seek full prices for meat under policy discussions.

Peerante Sydney Australian Meat Board

Beil lm to finance Australian children’s films in Sydney

Faligh Arvirt arriving from Lancastrian to fund a £100,000 project creating a full length film about a Territorian boy aspiring buckjumper and an educational series. J A government British organization to back, with Australian cast and crew. Rainfall readings for Friday across southern Tablelands listed for Crookwell, Nimmitabel, Boramboola, Braidwood, Dungog, and Goulburn.

Sydney Faligh Arvirt Territory Aerial J. A. Ante

Freedom of Athens Award to Br Evatt

The Minister for Federal Affairs Die Byatt will receive the freedom of the City of Athens at a public meeting in the Pa To ert, as presented by the Greek Consul-General Dr Ainakis. The event marks a ceremonial honor amid diplomatic proceedings.

Sydney Rida Fatereal Affairs Die Byatt Athens Ainakis

Duke Leaves for England amid royal court chatter

In a garbled report from Sydney a Duke travels abroad with a mixed cast of officials and speculated aims. The piece names royal figures and ministers including Evatt and a premier, with unclear references to places Iberia and Oceania.

London Tribute to Duke London Frider Accompanied

A leading article from The Times pays tribute to the summer figure named Duke Glenpanter and notes Crown wealth ideas. It suggests Australiana will find it fitting as King Jimelt plans to depart Britain for a different Dominion and the King’s brother may leave one Dominion for Britain.

London Frider Cimion Crowe Jimeelt Britain

Auriol Elected President of Fourth Republic

Auriol was elected president of the Fourth Republic amid turmoil as Amiya ANIA unites to form a new government. The caretaker lineup includes socialists led by Lend Fred II, while resignation pressures mount and constitutional protections shape the transition to a 800-member National Assembly.

Auriol ANIA Orany Nutintah Aurion Jovan Scala Uno Repubie Fowrth Rinut Usui Jin Jevere Atx Vandidatas

Wage increases listed for cities in Australia February

In February wage increases are shown for multiple cities including Melbourne Perth Briabane Sydney Adelaide and Hobart with varied amounts. The February rates include Melbourne 6 shillings 4 pence and Hobart 9 pence 3 farthings while Brisbane and others show different figures.

Malbourne Melbourne Perth Hebert Briabane Solling Bydney Adelaide Bystney Melnourne Beimbane Snd Hobart

Occupation Takes Third of Jop Revenue

A fragmented report notes that occupation costs absorb a third of Jop revenue amid budget pressures. Officials discuss impacts on public works and delayed projects tied to the Ernest Iron Reptonbae Fi Co contract and the 1931 timetable.

Dupati DUBE Tia Fon Winartee Panang Lait

Americans Pay During See By Japs Chicago

A legal action in Chicago alleges a $40,000,000 wage dispute stemming from five construction firms hiring workers. The suit claims workers funded by the defendants faced withheld salaries and improper deductions amid a broader labor dispute. The case references March actions and potential penalties, with details pending.

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