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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 23, 1947

Page

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Indian Assembly Advances Toward Independent Republic

The Constituent Assembly, led by Pandit Nehru, unanimously backed a resolution to proclaim an Independent Republic of India. In Calcutta, police clashed with protesting students as troops dispersed crowds amid rioting and arrests.

New Delhi Constituent Assembly India Pandit Nehru Republic of India Fendi Nehru Calcutta Lehr Gan Vaudenta Palica Atudenia Lay Ucher

Areas To Seek Independence For Palestine

London reports that Palestine Arab Higher Organization reps will demand complete independence for Palestine at the forthcoming London talks. They say no other proposals will be accepted and reference pending discussions with leaders in Jerusalem. The debate in Parliament resumes with CRECH JONES and Waldron Smithers noted for policy questions amid a lack of formal British policy on Palestine.

Carey Oman London Palestine Ara Palestine Maya Reutera Paizo Atsa Tayuf Jerusalem Ftnj Amin House of Commons Yerterdey Creech Jones Waldron Smithern Britain

Lesser Cyclone Aids Keeper’s Rescue at Sea

Confused report from Glucdstone notes Keeper of Lady Elliott Island and nearby crews amid a cyclone off the Queensland coast. A vessel named FIONA, with an escort and a transfer attempt, struggles as a lifeboat riskily reaches toward Cooktown. A Brubuns basket is mentioned in the chaotic account.

Uwhisrant Eiliott Lai KhouAe Qweenaland Siyal Naval Banaven Cooktown Wandana Brubuns

Press Freedom Backed for Moscow Talks Reporters

Washington says foreign press will be allowed to report on the forthcoming Foreign Ministers conference in Moscow with full access. U.S. and Soviet officials note journalistic liberty and deny broad restrictions, reflecting Byrnes and Molotov discussions on venue and press rules from December 1963.

Washington Flusain Haw United States Presa Moscow Ambarautor Vo Mowarw Aondra Nic Ae Teagin James “Byrnes Byrnes Tevini Molotov Bacow

British Trade Census Shows French Gain in Indochina and Export Shifts

The article reports on the annual British census of trade and output, noting French gains in Indochina and changes in export patterns. It discusses plans for annual employment and civil service measures, with Cripps describing policy aims and the government seeking to boost postwar trade by increasing volumes, especially in machinery and motor cars, despite lower shipments to some markets.

London Uy Hallstien Trade BU Board of Trade Statara Crippay House of Commonal Board Off Trade Air Stafford Cripps Cellane Fme Oearly Lane Iadia Australia New Zealand Hla South Africa Auattalia

Australian conversion loan report faces adverse UK reaction

The London publication plans to discuss the Australian conversion loan of 08,000 Austrian units and its potential impact on subscription. Officials anticipate negative views in the United Kingdom, affecting the deal's reception.

London Ite United Kingdorm

South Africa UNO Request and Trusteeship Debate

The article describes a UN request to place South West Africa under trusteeship and the South African government's opposition. Dr. Malan introduces a motion in the House of Assembly to keep the region under Union law, while the UN contemplates intervention and potential negotiations with Taiwan. The exchange centers on autonomy under UN oversight versus immediate governance by the Union.

S.W. Afra Union Caritown United Nations South Africa U.N Opy Malan House of Assembly Bouth Wea Africa Teenhying Pelae Marandi Wonile South-West Africa Atrios Sake Aimee Aropeen Gagan Bol Africa Hene Tatean U.N.O County Jurericuen

Government wins 383 seats in Polish poll

War sa w report says government blocks win about 383 seats in the Polish general election. Democratic bloc led by Nea captured a large share with Catholic and Peasant parties also gaining seats. Some bloc members linked to underground terrorist actions faced charges.

Warsaw Tunis Democratic Bloc Nea Eni Pollan Gainel Yolen Warago Peasant Party Bloc Partion Elovator Com Fain

De Gaulle declines medal for Churchill Roosevelt and Stalin

Parie reports General de Gaulle refused to accept the Medaille Militaire awarded by the French Government to Churchill Roosevelt Stalin and himself He said the service for which the medal would be given to him was connected with his representation of the State and it was wrong for any state or government to decorate him.

Parie de Gaulle Churchill Roosevelt Stalin Jonery de Gaulle

Theatre troupe to travel by air February voyage announced

The Tivoli Theatre show cast will fly to New Zealand aboard Skymaster on February 12. A 44 member company will tour the islands carrying stageprops and wardrobes. The group plans a six week engagement in Wellington and Auckland.

Rydnet New Zealand By & Skymaster Oneesi & Balt

Australia lagging in race for Antarctica says Secker

Australia must claim share of Antarctic resources says Mr H E Seizer in a broadcoat meeting stressing the Antarctic value to Australia. He cites six Norwegian ships carrying 826 400 tons of oil valued at £67 to £70 per ton and argues Australia should engage in whaling and rely on its own whaling fleets. Sir Douglas Mawson is mentioned regarding uranium discoveries.

Mies Antarctic

New U S Plan to Control Atomic Energy

A U S plan to regulate atomic energy calls for an international atomic surveillance body outside the UN Security Council. The approach would empower the UN members to act against violators and may avoid charter amendments, with Bernard Baruch and John Foster Dulles among supporters.

U.S Lake Buccers Web Anc Secul Council United Nations Bernard Beruch John Foster Cullea

Marshall Rules Out All Talk of Presidency

WARHINGTON, Wednesday. General George Marshall rejected speculation about his presidency or a possible run for political office. He said he would only serve as Secretary of State if appointed and would not engage in political matters. He emphasized he would govern himself accordingly and that military affairs would be his focus.

Marshall Warhington United States Genereral George Marshall Muvira Yentersiay CHWE Sustion Vinson Provident Truman Ani Reremnony Generel Marshall Tir Marahell Alas

Wanganella Likely Total Loss After Grounding

A ship named Wanganella ran aground at the entrance to Wellington Harbour on Monday. A diver reports damage including a 12 meter gash as crews assess the wreck status and potential total loss.

Auckland Wellington Harbour Ohana

Timber racketeering claims prompt ministerial inquiry

Australia’s Minister for Conservation Mr Weir invites Master Builders Association president Mr G E Paynter to provide instances of racketeering in the timber industry. Paynter says the Royal Commission should be tasked to investigate black markets and improper practices. Weir urges anyone with facts to present them to the Price Commissioner.

Sydney Wedhenda Paynter Ehirald PRM Pew Payne Tor Weir Annoitne Gove Syeirry

New Missing Link In Human Evolution

Oxford Professor Leron Clark told the Pan African Prehistory Congress that Sterkfontein in the Transvaal hosts a skull showing a brain size about one third that of modern humans. He called the find a potential missing link that could revise long standing views on human evolution.

Naich Weilnmany Sterkfonteln Trans Vaal Oxford Leron Clark Sterkfontein Estes Tr Muon Putin

Spectacular Rise in Mining Fortune

Spectacular rise in mining fortunes reported from Melbourne with James Frederick Selby of Sandringham noted as a fixture. He reportedly increased holdings to thousands, amid rapid gains over six years, and a key asset jumped in value within weeks.

Mkelbourne James Frederick Selby Sandringham Selby Gap Inpetm

Persian elections yield partial majority for prime minister party

In the ongoing Persian elections, the leading party of Prime Minister Bultanch appears to have won a partial majority. Initial results show Musannabin polling strongly as the second highest vote getter in ballots held since January.

Miners threaten stoppage over meat prices in Newcastle

Northern Miners board warns of complete work stoppage unless meat prices are reduced. Conference with union representatives planned at Mewesalle to press for public access to carcase meat at fair prices. Ironworkers branch sends supportive greeting after meeting.

Newcastle

Master butchers report black marketeers operate in trade

Report from a trade division notes alleged black market activity by master butchers. They accuse certain traders of gouging wholesale meat prices and failing to comply with price controls under official supervision.

Master Butchers

Coal Commissioner to resign at month end

Sydney reports the coal commissioner Mr H E C Willa will resign on January 31. The board contemplates forming the cost hoard with two remaining members. Details of the appointment and regional operations are noted with references to New South Wales.

Sydney Hec Willa Terraniye New South Walog

Atomic Power Will Not Displace Coal for Generation

United Nations experts say atomic energy will not deprive workers in the electrical industry. They contend the new power form will not revolutionize power or displace coal as fuel and warn it would be premature to assume war on world employment.

Lake Success United Nefions United Netiant

MRP to Join Ramadier Cabinet amid Confidence Vote

Paris reports the MRP plans to join M. Ramadier's cabinet after a five hour discussion. Ramadier seeks discipline to balance the budget and restore security within UNO. The National Assembly debated declarations on France's governance and foreign relations with Britain and China.

Paris M.R.P M. Ramadier Bai Paul Remar Ramadier National Assembly France UNO Beritain M. Barnakd Canaigeragon Generel de Geille Momoon London Maren J Vy Abollahine WNG Fagor Anlen Fender Ad Schuman Matthew Berr Baroadice MBS

Orders to Test Humans Instead of Animals in Wartime Experiments

Fragmentary report describes officials proposing human testing to study gas gangrene during wartime. It references doctors Finenthal and others, mentions Ravenabrick women and Polish prisoners, and asserts the aim was to find antidotes for a fighting force.

Tralin Westtioning Wgler Minmier Roth Josenthal Ravenabrick Finenthal Mist

Eisenhower Admitted to Walter Reed Hospital

General Dwight D. Eisenhower has been admitted to Walter Reed Hospital after a bout of illness. Doctors report his condition is not serious, but he will remain in the hospital for the present. The news comes after reports of a vacation and travel during the recent period.

Eisenhower Farmington Momadt Ike Wimeriower Walter Reed Hospital General Eizenhower Florida

Mussolini Involved in 1924 Matteotti Murder Trial

Rome reports on a trial involving four Mussolini henchmen and other Italians linked to the Matteotti murder. The proceedings address roles, charges, and conspiratorial organization surrounding the Fascist crime.

Mussolini Matteoti Rome Wednereau Musolini Rude Giscor Matnay Withiad XY Glunta

Opes Fading of Securing Ships for Migrants

London reports indicate British and Australian officials discuss risks in guarding migrant ships. A shortage of Royal Navy personnel this month hampers operations while the Ministry of Shipping weighs charter or purchase costs for vessels like the Aquitania, with operating expenses seen as prohibitive.

London Wrainenday Britain

Navy spread across two oceans faces evenly split battleships

A House committee report shows the U S Navy totals 2087 combat aircraft ships submarines and 81 623 officers and men. It notes ships are divided between the Atlantic and Pacific with two carrier groups near completion and a plan to deploy submarines and cruisers across both theaters.

Washington Ahipa Navy United Admirala Murinca Ofb House of Reprepentatives Services Leon Breee Almont AO gUbmerines Troyeun Batl Kahlpa

Wav al Defot Ship Refloated Off Brisbane

A damaged OCR fragment states the Waval Defot ship was refloated under its own power near Brisbane on a Wednesday in 1918, with movement toward Sydney and Melville near the Queensland coast. It notes Australian naval vessels aiding and expected return to normal operations.

Brisbane Bupeventire Sydney Melville Bonaventire Homgkoig Australia Bovera Vaneels

Canadian Boxer Seeks 20000 For Montreal Bout

Montreal hard bidding for a welterweight title clash as Danny Webb refuses Australia option. Promoter Harry Shepard reports a $20000 guarantee and a $1000 advance paid. venue discussed at a Montreal meeting with Gus Meth.

Montreal Danny Webb Tas Tenn Vic Patrick Australia Dallas Dolar Wana Man Agee Harry Shepfard Merl Iac VF Baevar Webb

Wall Street Snapshot Signals Mixed Trading Mood

A vague Wall Street update notes minor moves in New York trading with weak clues about securities activity. The fragment mentions a figure near 909,000 and a general sense of trade activity without clear details or identities.

New York

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