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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 21, 1948

Page

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Large Scale Aid Figures for Britain and Dependencies

The document outlines estimated aid to Britain and dependencies, with figures in millions of dollars. It cites totals for imports and support, including 4.439 billion dollars in imports and 2.132 billion dollars in possible aid, among other line items and regional allocations.

Britain and Dependencies Dizonip Amerinay Gatmany nureMs Timate Tae Ieans Marat West Wen

Economic priorities fringe notes amid wartime trade aims

Fragmented text outlines government focus on international trade partners Canada United Britain Argentina and South Africa. Mentions President of the Board of Trade and taxporters, urging support for maintaining reserves and mobilizing maruals and resources.

Lost At Sea: Admiralty Tug Incident Near Orion

Reports indicate a rescue effort underway after a maritime incident involving a tug and a minesweeper. Survivors are feared and authorities search the area under government supervision for any trace of crew missing at sea.

Otane Tim Smrgh Oriana

Minister slates wheat board memorandum

A Cabinet minister denounced a wheat board memorandum amid government criticism of concessional prices for Britain and India. He said no state government sales occurred and the policy aimed to support marketing, with further discussion at the next council meeting. The AUSTRALIAN Wheat Board and potato associations pressed for contract marketing continuation.

Adinister Britain India Amma Renee Co Uidin Baga Unis Te Gounett Commonwealth

Canadian Cabinet Reshuffle Signals Key Personnel Shifts

Ottawa announces a four member reshuffle affecting Veterans Affairs and Trade. Renate King appointed as Minister with Milton Grams taking a senior role. Mackinnon to temporarily handle factories portvolo and C D Mowe to oversee reconstruction. no hint of resignation from the Prime Minister.

Ottawa Turaitn Sikes Renate King Haa OSM Tan Marnensie Atmudar 1 Veterans’ Affairs Renate Milton Grams Pish Fering G. 4. Mackinnon Faceries

Lindwall Called No-Ball Suspected by Umpires

Critics in Singlish press claim Lindwall may be treated as no-balled by umpires after a bewildering spell. The Daily Telegraph correspondent notes Lindwall bowled under intense scrutiny from Frank Sealer and others, with the pitch allegedly altered and back foot movements questioned throughout the over.

Lindwall London Tandwall Sricket Weiter Daily Tele Einav Ny Mt Alpgeat Lindell Tela Frank Sealer Ecichet Weiter

Worst Floods in France Since 1778 Leave Thousands Homeless

More than 50,000 people are temporarily homeless in Eastern France as the worst flood since 1778 inundates lands between Metz and Maney. The Marthe and Mo elle rivers overflow, causing about £16 million in damage.

France Marthe Moelle Metz Maney

Atlantic States See Severe Cold Wave Spread

A harsh cold wave grips the Atlantic states with record lows and ice reports. Police battle stormy conditions as streets freeze and several car chases unfold amid heavy traffic and untaxed possessions seized in the pursuit.

Arab Attack on Jewish Village Near Jurubalim

A violent assault by hundreds of Arabs from the Lehancer border targeted the Jewish settlement of Yeuhiet ten miles east of the area. The attack, described as retaliation for a prior Jewish raid, left residents and a Beitiah Beop community shaken as officials report arrests and court actions involving ages from 14 to 28.

Jurubalim Dina Don Lehancer Prupaard Owen Beitiah Woops Derendilary

Forged Petrol Tickets Flood Sydney Warn Station Operators

A flood of forged petrol tickets in Sydney triggered warnings from officials of the Service Stations Federation. General Secretary CA Gregory urged printers at service stations to beware tampered registrations and ensure each vehicle’s ticket is properly accounted for.

Sydney Vista Ave Guace Ely

Australian lead sale boosts 2000 ton export in tight market

The Metal Circles report shows about 2000 tons of Australian lead sold to domestic customers at prices above 19 cents per pound. Copper markets also see notable demand drop for foreign origin metal amid broader market strain.

America New York Tuewlay

Ordered search for deserted Northern Queensland airfields

Brisbane officials instructed sub collectors to survey deserted aerodromes between Towneville and the Cape Peninsula in Northern Queensland. The report notes several sites near towns including Towynavie and Hineine Wedd, with limited usable planes and risky landings along major routes.

N. Queensland Brisbane Tumday Wildy Haw Queenland Towneville Cape Peninsula

Anti British riots threatened in China and Hong Kong

Reports warn of anti British demonstrations if demands over Canton and Kowloon City are not settled, with tense notes on possible eviction moves and diplomatic implications. Also mentions uneasy talks at Lake Buckke and general UN associated security concerns.

Hong Kong Amay Swatow Kowloon City Moycott British Shipe Canton Jxeamien Hongkong Evie Jsa Lake Buccke N.Y Tuestar Jare Kaahmir Bolt Dominions Ciple United Nations Chingre Coline Oy Me Parn Langehavel Coun

Riots Tumult in Baghdad Amid Treaty Opposition

Widespread demonstrations in Baghdad turn violent as police clash with protesters. Reported deaths and injuries follow clashes inches from the capital as authorities deploy security forces to restore order amid political tension.

Fraq Baghdad AL Met Cour Polite Tour Ctot Dana Oo Elviliane Mughinal Waigard Portman Janeary Arienewaugenty United Mater Information Service Atx Howre

Bomb nearly misses Gandhi during prayer meeting

An explosion occurred about 1B yards from Mahatma Gandhi as he attended a arranging and prayer gathering. Police arrived and twenty eight reported to have had another remedy.

L A. Ervety Muir

M E J Dechees Named Sole Governor in Southern Borneo

Government announces that M E J Dechees will govern the autonomous territory of Bandjor in Southern Borneo. Residency at Batavia notes the region will be led by a 48 member council, with 37 to be appointed. The area remains sparsely inhabited and under formal Bandgermastir oversight.

Batavia Tusaday Byan Daniary Bandgermastir Burnen Hame Onerah

Export quotas relaxed by Commonwealth Government

The Minister of Commerce Mr Pollard announces the government will ease export controls to permit larger quantities of goods for sale in the Commonwealth. He expects new revenue from exports by June and says further talks and investigations into new revenue sources will follow with manufacturers and exporters and government departments.

Pollard Commonwealth Yeaterfay Prileré Ae, Cmbey Uy Pollar Ponta Serena Commerce

Armed hold up in Sydney leaves elderly man slashed

In Sydney a daring daylight robbery by three assailants left Kalcolm Mcintadh Neilwon, 80, and his sister Mrs. Asie Robindom injured. Neilson suffered a severe head wound and facial slashes, while Mrs. Robindom endured a knife threat and injuries as she was forced to open a door. The assailants fled with cash as neighbours reported the incident.

Sydney Alan Bendita Kalcolm Mcintadh Neilwon Hia Slater Asie "Robindom Roweran Maison Hampl Mrs. Sobinaan Mra. Robinson Neilson

Belated Report of Fatal Papuan Clash in 1947

A July 1947 clash between a petrol party and Papuan natives near Wille, New Guinea, resulted in five natives killed. Native police opened fire at the village of Tika. two district officers were suspended pending full inquiry, and later reinstated after investigation by the central administration. The Port Moresby administrator and authorities questioned the patrol party leadership and vessel crew in the ensuing inquiries. The matter was reported to the administration in October 1947.

Papi Papua Wartena Higniande Ward Mcec Oliver Port Moresby Turing Ewan Het Tika Rativon Une Jhatriek Iftiesr Diate Nicer Arminiatrator London Beiober Wan Aaid Tie Yawif Mn. Wnt Esmneiter Bowthern Stat Avalinmie Hulmouche Ataemar Port Carillion Comadera Vensel di Auapenairin Ieekers Horwood Duane

Beating S A by Four Wickets in Shield Match

Bribbane wins the Shield in Australia by four wickets, chasing 277 while South Australia faltered 2/170 then adding 107 runs. South Australian batters collapsed after Monday start, leaving Bribbane with the win.

Bribbane Quacnat

Rising Price Index Triggers Industrial Alarm in Melbourne

The basic wage rise announced yesterday sparks concern among industry leaders over higher costs in Australia. Economists warn inflation and taxation could slow production, while a 3.4 percent quarterly wage rise is reported by Dr. Rotunda Wil on of the Commonwealth Statistical Telegram. Prices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Victoria rise across food, clothing, and general goods amid a general cost pressure.

Melbourne Australia Citlee Rotana Wilon Arbitration Court Reas Heavien Malhourne Brisbape Adelaide Fan

Atomic Research Talks At Canberra

Eminent physicist Professor Oliphant arrives in Australia after discussions with the Commonwealth Government on atomic research. The Prime Minister and Defence Minister are mentioned, with details secured through Mr Dedman. Oliphant and three Australian professors plan talks on setting up new research schools at the university.

Profeasorliphant Commonwealth Om Atomic Research Intralia Fingland Pesaterih London Profenor Oupant Defence Dednwr Chifay Dedman Australis Oliphant Averacae National University Honard Florey W. J. Hancock Proiteeror FR. Forth

MRCIPLAYS Dollar Talk and Next Broadcast

A garbled note reports a national newscast to air Monday. The text names figures like MRCIPLAYS and Pehine Minister OE Phifer ce explatt and mentions a forthcoming broadcast in unclear terms.

Pehine Phifer

South Africa Abandons Davis Cup Challenge

Unclear text indicates South Africa will not challenge for the Davis Cup. Mentions delays and returns to Australia with remarks about publication timing and interim plans. Details are garbled with broken names and dates, but the core is South Africa not pursuing the match.

South Africa

GUSH FIRES UNDER CONTROL AT IMTAS AND BOYER MILL

Fire teams battle multiple blazes with most under control near Derwent Valley. Workers at Boyer paper mill assist. homesteads remain threatened as crews fight the flames.

Teamania

Upbuilding at Peak London Reveals Delays in Construction

The report notes a surge in overall value as work proceeds under construction. In December the fence and related works reached a high level, while the latest quarter shows a 60 percent rise above the minimum. Delays in completion of Mile contribute to the ongoing overrun.

London Nnn Tne

Mutual Guarantees 80ccet in Marmelab

Reenaa Barvich notes Senate Attaire Comittee meeting on security plans while Sydney reports a court hearing in which Harry Blingtom faced trial for an in-charge matter. Jamaican sprinter Harby Solenis arrives for Pan-American events with performances in Homalinn. Melbourne team member updates hint at Australian squad preparations.

Marmelab Washington Reenard Barvich Fenate Sydney Tuentex Chy Comner Hirry Blingtom Mtr Iaerad Davy Aan Poaiear Jon Wernou Sydndy Tusaday Bitar Harby Solenis Xno ANH Waciraal Bydney Arann Umm Mani Pit Walt Rally A. Refeann Ba Wiggins AL We Homie Pueriig Tebabie An Rarmad Vipiries Meverholumn Ouamanter Melisourne Auatretian Ixoo Oaellty Nanaae Guacanie Trey London America Buune Ives Brosd York Tursday

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