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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 21, 1947

Page

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Early results show government majority in Polish elections

British United Press reports early Warsaw returns from 18 precincts indicate a government bloc lead among 30,597 electors with about 32,900 voters across 15 districts. Government bloc 21,000. Peasant Party 6,000. Work Party 2,700. Independent Catholics 400. Additional totals for 374 districts including 94 in Warsaw show government 480.87, Peasant Party 53,146, Work Party 27,449, Catholics 6,399, Dissident Peasants 2,460, and 1,251 for other groups. The piece notes allied pressure and foreign references amid unfolding results.

Warsaw Morniny United Press Pracincts Government Bloc Peasant Party Work Party Athens

British note to alliance in London boosts UN cooperation

A British Foreign Office note discusses Pravda's claim that Britain might align with the Soviet bloc in a broader UN role. It notes Britain's stance under Article 3 of the UN Charter and explains the motive to show not aligning with Russia while supporting multilateral cooperation.

London Meday Cimhow Attlan Amimasador Us Moscow Maurice Peterson Pravda Te Brin Pravaa Pravdia Mrttiah wlaLeriet Britain Unites Nations Beviera Wut Nct Ruladia Aye United

Hungarians Abroad Blamed For Plot In Official Report

In a cautious public notice, officials allege Hungarian abroad are connected to a planned scheme. Investigators from London, Budapest, and Vienna coordinate with foreign home offices to pursue leads and assess the risk to regional security.

Willl de Jobe Peasant Party Mikolajesyk Nngery Steig Budapest Suabad Eri Perzasone Britain Adda Tw Kdnet Enis Admiral Horthy Rendon Damier Natalinghie Waray Tafkus Tamas Gentes Preas Attache London Mihail Hoey Hungerton Legation Paris Bane Bos Legetion Swits Perland Gmerat Gesofem I 124 Hhe Srungarian Cromarty Tiwag Opores Tackach- Hemengel Stormer Mma Torin Bema Switeerland

Irregularities Reported in Polish Elections Amid Aroused Voter Tension

Reuter and American press reports detail election irregularities across Poland near Lublin and Waraw. Observers banned, voters grouped to polling stations, government bloc ballots premarked, and police enforcements seen at several districts. Multiple accounts claim restricted voter choice and blocked observers.

Mikolaycxy Lode Waa IL Waa Waranvy Lublin Wilroemigen Proleva Nanvy Reuter Enallig Weermey Aritiah United Pret Corres Pondent Associated Preea Goveenmant Bar Goveenmant Bar Organist Grougboul Poland Ted Mont Volore Bone Potee Wem Offikis Rit Anitud Proms Peasant Party Hontha Ne Hoath Taira Battoy

Hauser Proposals Rise Amid Thaw of Delegates

Fragmentary note reports proposals tied to conference delegates as thaw eases tensions. Mentions unions and propane issues amid scattered references to representatives and timing.

Johar

Coalition for France Likely Coalition Forms in Fourth Republic

Reported in Paris Monday the Catholic Party MRP has not yet given a debate but is seen as likely to back a coalition government for France’s Fourth Republic. Socialist leader Paul Faure and President Vincent Auriol are cited as moving toward a broad coalition, with talks on Indo China policy and assurances from moderate conservatives.

PALUS MRP France Paul Fs Vincent Auri Aouter Polilies! Eine Gils Tommausi

Davis Cup Dates Decided for United States Play

New York report states that the United States must complete a Davis Cup match by August 17 with play location to be determined later. American singles begin September 5 and challenge matches are set for August 30 and September 21, with venue TBD.

New York United States Aariler Pagin Audet

Bishop Released After Yugoslav Detention

A Vatican report via Reuters states a bishop detained in the Yugoslav region near Ventabile was released and returned to his see. The Vatican says it knows nothing of the arrest, while detainment details and location remain unclear in the brief dispatch.

Rome Ventabile Tatrin Moneignor Radoadl Vatican Reuter Reuters de Anas

London Denies Russian Pact Amid Western Pressure

The Times correspondent discusses Soviet Premier reaction to Mr Lean Blum's London tact and the tendency to pressure Britain economically while seeking French policy as Germany, amid attempts to influence Western strategy and British stance on a potential pact.

London Sonday Russia the Times Lean Blum Germany

Austria to state case on draft peace treaty

In London on January 22 the Austrian government and other powers were invited by the Secretary General of the Foreign Ministers Council to present their views on a draft peace treaty. Reuters reports that Yugoslavia’s hearing was debated with likely timing set for later.

Austria London UN Funke Miniters Council Forsign Reuters Earall Caperton Yugoslavia Eariley Yugrslavia Hue

Greek Leader Presses For Peace Amid Turmoil

Fragmented report notes Greek Prime Minister M. Taxidaria signaling cautious openness to a truce to reduce border violence. Government assurances are described as protecting civilians while some groups push for broader terms, amid ongoing unrest and uncertainty.

Court to Hear Issues in London Transport Strike

Court of Inquiry will hear issues arising from a London transport strike after the joint industries council failed to reach agreement on the ta cant dispute. The case was referred immediately to the court by officials amid ongoing transport disruption.

London Transport London Joi Industries Council Uiton Claire Hua Jim Dang Wo & Court of Inquiry

AF Inspector General Post Relinquished in 1945

Senior officer Weteel London of Morray reports Air Chief aversbalgir Artmur has held the AF post since October 1945. Nar relinquishes the position pending retirement. Aly Mar and Sir Normal Hottomley will act, with Marshal Sir Hugh Saunders named Officer Commanding 1-2k 5 man noted in the record.

London Morray Aversbalgir Artmur Iar Wit Nar Aly Mar Normal Hottomley Hugh’ Saunders

Captain reports Chimarra sunk by explosion at sea

Athens reports the Chimarra, a German 900 ton steamer, sunk after a mine or internal explosion in Grecian waters. Divers will probe the ship’s hull as rescue teams recount panicked scenes, many passengers and civilians drowned or missing.

Chimarra Althougt i Ig Oftcialy Base Balla Powly Twoonirdy Ct Dab Matunday Aight Rellian Ue Chimarra Elapard Wirlem Whresses St Lmat Cine Vivace Nave Prul of Grewe Greece Aoversl Sime Pamenpets Athens Rompital Tichter Dinate i Timydia Thia Marlon Navy London Fiewek

Tug Blamed For Ship Disaster Near Shanghai

The Shanghai District Court will investigate the sinking of the Kiang after a collision at the Whangpoo River mouth. About 800 of 1,000 aboard the wooden ship Chiklung were reported saved, with estimates of 100 missing and 400 feared drowned. Survivors protested for compensation outside the shipping office, alleging overcrowding.

Shanghai Tungehi ‘Company Arch Kiang I & Ee Ife IL A Chiklung Whingpoo Ceporta Joutside

Flow of British Migrants and Dominion Population Policy

Fragmented OCR discusses British migration flows and Dominion imperial policy. Mentions Australian state ministers, emigration, population decline, and need to balance empire needs with labor supply while adjusting terms for migration and settlement.

London Britain Eultien de Pot

Russian zone not ready for merger says Unity Party

Fragmentary report from Basin on Monday claims the Unity Party in Pamela’s Zone in Germany opposes joining a merger. The source mentions Beitinn and American Tonge as areas cited in the debate, asserting concerns over German unity and strength.

Soclutiat Unity Party Germany Esamante Beitinn Tonge Pisa Us Bontaenek

Talmadge Threatened With Action On Georgia State Funds

Georgia Governor Talmadge faces removal and legal action as State authorities debate control over executive offices. Governor and supporters vow to defend authority while court rulings may decide leadership. The issue centers on state treasuries and departmental control amid political turmoil.

Talmadge Georgia

Liner Wanganella Ragged by Reef Near Wellington

Auckland reports the liner Wanganella grounded on a reef near Wellington as tugs fail to refloat her. With 172 aboard, weather threatens attempts and passengers endure delays while rescue measures continue. The Dominion Monarch will transport some passengers later, and authorities assess damage and next steps.

Wellington Auckland Wallington Harbour Syert Ridge Lowted Lord Nufield Archtahop Pasion Float Lord ‘Tovey Lally Tovey Wammal Wellington Harbour Vas Pammengern Wea Wight Toliata Wallington Tiana Patel Puddar Park Nuid Ube Department of Ar Alileland Bydney D. Bedie Sysney

100 Liberty Ships Sold to Greece

New York reports that arrangements are in place to transfer 500 Liberty ships to Greek shipowners. Greek and U S authorities discuss terms with the Greek government guaranteeing mortgage security.

Greece New York Orrece The United Fuiae Yoyo Gerok Min Merchant Nicholas Ayrumski Europe Iene

Smertenko on Way Back to U.S.

Fragmentary OCR hints at Smertenko returning to the United States amid disputed Palestine coverage. The garbled lines reference events at a theater or rally and claim suppression of Palestine-related truth.

Smertenko U.S Artan Simon Een Arene Palestine Nebeck New Turk Hague E'Ahny Yin Ts

Strikers Clash With MLA In Sydney Wharf Fracas

At Meany wharf in Sydney on Monday, heated scenes erupted as crowds taunted police and bystanders. Two men were arrested by police. one charged with assaulting a doctor and the other with offensive behavior.

Sydney Mondey Paawengers Ain Parny Lone Drs Gudy Potavlour Bate

Tram workers vote to end stoppage amid wage dispute

In a chaotic session Tram Union leaders urged return to work as Arbitration Court settles the 40 hour week dispute. Voters warned of possible action if the court delays judgment while government revenue relief and wage talks loom. Large crowds observed disrupted services as police logged extra vehicles and water authorities reported strain.

Ethan Anowin Arbitration Court Tram ‘Union T. Junor Iisa Sydney Fonine Big Arma Wid Whale Gm Crazy Art Bae Benet

Unions Reject Offer to Return to Foundries

In Melbourne Beomay The Federated Ironworkers Association and Amalangamate Engineering Union rejected a return offer to reopen foundry work. They state the industrial dispute must be resolved in council with ongoing discussions and insist on a wage and working condition reframe before any reopening.

Melbourne Beomay Engineering Union Reopan Aniaavete

Persian Elections See Brisk Voter Turnout Across Tehran

Reporting from Tehran indicates brisk polling as voters participate in the Persian elections. Observers note active participation with voters at multiple precincts and mention preliminary results showing party alignment and turnout trends amid the ongoing count.

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