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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 02, 1949

Page

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Trades Labour Hints at Miners Strike After Meeting

A mixed meeting of miners supporters and Labour Council executives condemned strike threats. The council backed arbitration and conciliation before any industrial action, urging unity against combined mining unions and calling for government restraint to protect industry and workers. protests followed as left wing delegates warned of risks to the union movement.

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U S Seeks From Yugoslavia on Fees and Aid

Fragmented text indicates U S seeks from Yugoslavia ethical fees and prerequisites for American economic aid related to Tito era plans. Mentions monetary loan figures and international bank involvement, but details are unclear due to damaged OCR.

ASSO Priday Amatica Yugoslavia Marval Tito Saya Renter

Miners Federation Declares Drastic Action Over Funds Grab

The central executive of the Miners Federation vows a widespread coal strike and yard closures in retaliation for alleged fund misappropriations. Plans include pulling men from production for a month, cutting shifts, and possibly suspending safety personnel amid wage disputes and government delays.

The Minere Federation Gramn Mince Opti Manly ACPI Sxanlor Joint 3 Coal Board Mtr. Cameron Morrow Trades Hall Miners Federation Williane

Industrial Expansion in Europe Faces Mixed Signals

Washington reports show rising industrial production in Europe amid tensions. Analysts note high mobility and demand shifts while labor force changes press productivity. A major union strike waned as the quarter ended, with Belgium and the ICA cited in regional outputs.

Australia Defends Control of New Guinea

The report notes Australian authorities defend continuing governance over New Guinea amid calls by Trusteeship Council to extend control and restrict movement. It cites statements by Hiligan that only the government and allied forces should manage areas and that freedom of movement remains constrained by security concerns.

NEN Ji War Australien New Guinea Omaha Hiligan

New Zealand Cricketers Dominate Combined Services

New Zealand defeated Combined Services by an innings and 60 runs at Kem yesterday. Beatt and Bute scored 144 for New Zealand, New Besland declared at T/46, while Combined Services were all out for 347, Manners contributing 133.

New Zealand Kem Beatt Bute New Besland Manners

Turnaround Australian Ports Plan Outlined at Meeting

London managers report Australian ports strategy aims to speed exports with lower costs. Chairman Sir William Cherie says freight charges are high and the system needs reform to handle the workload, noting 180 ships required to do work previously done by 107 vessels.

London Austalian Porta William Cherie

British Capital Flight Triggers Economic Crisis

British authorities face a crisis as citizens rapidly withdraw government bonds and seek to move capital abroad. The Wall Street Journal notes loss of confidence in policy and currency controls may fail to prevent capital outflow worth about 1000 million dollars.

York Wall Street Journal Britain Capita Cit Zens Italy Globe-Denwofeat Bouttan Alvandan Philip Pillip Murrey Senate Murahall Plas

Russia Seeks Objections on Western Charges in Moscow

Report notes Moscow received a request listing objections to Western charges against Hungary Romania and Bulgaria. The document was handed to American and British officials and conveyed in Moscow.

Washington Frid Britsin Ander Hungary Bulera Rumenia Moscow

Coplon Guilty Verdict Reported In Theft Case

In Washington a jury found Judith Coplon guilty of taking documents from the United Nations Secretariat. The verdict carried potential penalties up to 13 years in prison. Separate notes mention a coalition cabinet in Greece under Andreas Diomedes, replacing the late Panayiotis Rouphoulis.

Washington Judith Coplonity Ruste Nia Amy Justion Gubitchey Russie Lon Wa Archibald Palmer Ferow Fener Tal Sapte TN Oreeor Athens Oation Alaander Diomedes BM. Rophoulia

Senate vote for Taft labour law debated in congress

The article reports a Senate vote surrounding Taft labour law amendments with a 48 to ? outcome and notes President Truman's stance. It mentions proposals to repeal provisions of the Taft Act and discusses potential continued enforcement or repeal efforts amid farm policy debates. The piece references actions in the House and comments from officials about prospects and political dynamics.

Ficketing Atelier Riviagh Fur Medonat Diaputos Sunda Thome Finel Rep Taentativor Truman Star

Ship Struck Reef in Arafura Sea

Thirty eight crew members including twelve Australians were rescued after a ship struck Belpad Reef in the Arafura Sea on May 99. The Caroline and lifeboat crews aided, with injuries and water loss reported as the vessel listed and sank.

Arapura Sea Jaap Reuter Hongkong Belpad Arafure Sea Caroline Hanark Caryn Lime

Riots in West Bengal Amid Police Clash and Communist Threat

Fragmentary report describes riots in West Bengal with police clashes during a provincial drive. It notes arming of 10 persons and attempts by Communists to raid two communities near Aullawar Pathhe, resulting in a killed individual and injuries.

West Bengal F. Alcutt Acint & Lergy Weat Bengal Pathliern Aullawar Pathe

Sicilian student testifies in Rome on attack on Red leader

In Rome a Sicilian law student Antonio Pallant aged 26 testifies in court about his attempt to assassinate Italian Communist leader Amintore? Tagliatti near the Senate. Police guard the court as he describes his motive to save his country from civil war.

RED Rome Antonio Pallant Prisin Tagliatti

Communists attempt seizure of Taira City and protests

Japanese communists tried to seize Taira City as police and demonstrators clashed. Five police and five demonstrators were seriously injured at a police station during protests against a leadership move, with Communist prisoners freed and officers detained in the coal-mining area of Tokiwe. In Pukustime City unionists voted amid tensions as authorities mobilized.

Tory Fatty Wrich Eesily Nve Po Ite Protes Tokiwe Fukasahitin Pukustime Ted To Prefectural Taira

Berlan Fray Day Train Left for Month

Untangling garbled text, a fragment hints at a railway event with Berlan and Friday. It mentions a train departure, a chef, and a three day period, but the meaning remains unclear and many words are distorted.

Berlan Chefret Arlin

Western Union Fleet Leads Battle Exercise at Sea

In a major naval exercise, the Western Union Fleet, led by Su Brien, engaged Dutch and British ships. The fleet included a 33 000 ton battleship and a 20 000 ton aircraft carrier, with support from other allied vessels.

London Yriaey Western Union Batt Wight Su Brien Britain Jetor

Churchill to Race Horses

London report notes Churchill is expected to race horses after registration of Narolours with colors similar to those of his father Lord Randolph Crurehill.

Churchill London Mander Winslog Harven Lord Randolph Crurehill

Belgium to limit transfer credits in Western Europe plan

Reported Western Europe credit plan sees Belgium limiting cross border payments to 440 million dollars and imposing restrictions with other nations. Belgium proposes to back its dollar holdings while exploring currency risks and a proposed Belgian Case transferability agreement. Prime Minister Attlee comments on ongoing Prairie talks as Canada and Sweden observe.

Macrame Ratton Johnpa Paul Henet Mwah France Diety Atvoraanin Gecraincy Robert Margolin Ratbert Belgium Europe

New U.S. Envoy Appointed To Germany

The State Department announced the appointment of John 3. McCoy as a U S envoy to Germany. McCoy will serve as U S military governor in Germany, signaling a shift toward civilian oversight and increased German participation in postwar governance.

U.S Germany Washington John 3. McCoy State Department Mccley

Appeal Opens for British Team to Empire Games

A British bid to send a team to the Empire Games is underway with the Commonwealth Relations office inviting submissions. Officials report £3,000 already pledged and a plan to assemble 73 competitors for the 1960 event in New Zealand.

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Miners Rescued After Daring Flood Through Forest of Dean

In Gloucestershire a wall of water swept a Forest of Dean mine complex, trapping 78 miners underground. Five workers battled through tunnels to reach safety, aided by ventilation shafts, while others were rescued after hours of peril. The incident followed by government and union reactions at the Labour Conference.

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Britain Faces Severe Weekend Amid General Strike Threat

Fragmented OCR reports Britain bracing for a volatile weekend as government and industry clash over wages and working conditions. Talks stalled and power workers threaten action, with dockers and other unions weighing similar moves. Prime Minister's team faces pressure as the labor dispute escalates nationwide.

Withdrawal of U S Forces From South Korea Reported

A report states the United States will withdraw its forces from South Korea and shift to a military advisory role at reduced strength. The plan aims to end large scale occupation and reduce troop levels, with a target near thirty thousand remaining as needed.

Pris Buin Kora Biel

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