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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 09, 1949

Page

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Security police raid Communi headquarters amid tense crowd rally

A chaotic raid by security police on a Communist headquarters sparked a large crowd on George Street as police moved to clear traffic. Drones and firearms were later reported. officers secured documents and detained several suspects. The scene ended with tense exchanges as officials attempted to maintain order.

Anit Pnijluyeen Wille Police Comnmuniata fBeern Bally Frovka Mate House Bundiew Tribune Michacco Mick Arieit Ag Alain

Unclear OCR Item Cites Banking and Union Actions

Fragmented text references a federal emergency bill, a banker, and a ride union. Names, places, and dates are illegible, making it difficult to identify a clear event or outcome.

Ironworkers Fined £1000 for Contempt in Court

In a court case the Miners Federation and related ironworkers officials faced contempt charges for disobeying a judge order to pay £15,000 intoRegistrar funds. The proceedings focused on withdrawals and alleged deliberate breaches, with a delay in further action and adjournment to 10:80 a.m. Monday for continued consideration of penalties and possible imprisonment.

Haaprtersalarany Sroota Miners’ Federation Tereing Justice Kelly A. ‘Taylor Justice Poster Tilu Alm Alcalia Renwmpt Waterside “Workers’ Federation Minra’ Federation Endu. Me Juntice Fodter Ironworkers” Association George Wellings Sydney Tuwhoe Miler Llicor Ings McKeon Newcastls E.enomatas Coun Miler National Council McMeon Sr Dovey Miller Tor the Commons Willaims Preslor Minke Grant Becwry Dewey Rallert Grant Sullivan Miners Federation Ubal Mba Pontis Cape sIudge Foster

Milan Priest Hands Loot to Police

Mil an priest turns over loot to police after three men approached Wednesday night with ten condensed milk tins filled with precious stones and gold coins. The priest said he could not aid in capturing the thieves due to the inviolability of the confessional.

Welan Mayieat Hing Reuter

Miners Press For New Terms To End Strike

A faction led by the General President and union officials urged a shift in demand as miners at Clyde Works and other sites prepared for a possible stoppage. The Waterford Federation anchored protest action while health fund discussions and political support shaped the stand.

Britain Braces for Sterling Shocks in European Trade

A fragmentary report discusses Britain and the United States weighing sanctions and currency moves to curb the sterling, amid concerns over import controls and European trade. Officials in Paris and Washington foresee quick action to stabilize markets and protect raw materials shipments.

Greek Reds Accuse Guerrilla War Breakthrough Power

Unclear fragmentary report references Greek Reds and guerrilla action. Text is mangled with multiple garbled names and dates, hindering coherent attribution or outcome.

Dulles Appointed Senator From New York

A report from New York on Friday states Governor Dewey appointed Mr. Dulles as interim senator from New York to take effect in December. The appointment follows remarks by a foreign affairs expert and involves prominent figures including Senator Robert Wagner.

New York Governine Dewey Waterday Dulles Mipu Diulios Robert Waaner

Truman bullish on American economy despite pending message

Washington Friday President Truman declined to reveal details of his upcoming economic message to Congress and remained optimistic about the U S economy. He stressed the need to reduce unemployment and hinted at plans discussed with Treasury officials and economists amid current wheat and other market pressures.

Washington Congress Truman

Berlin Railways Life and Allied Supply Lines Update

Fragmented wartime note describes Berlin railways and Allied supply efforts. Mentions Bottelbinckall Intout Star and ZB zone of BUGIS with barges and river routes. Indicates Allied apykowmutt statement about providing general stock and support to the city.

Berlin Bottelbinckall

Rift in de Gaulle's Party Sees Key Figures Defect

Fragmented report describes a split within De Gaulle's party sparked by a faction led by Fru Tarahby from Ee Bonne at Dirvetian. Several leaders including William Parkinson and Lewin Maloting are noted as defectors, with tension rising across the Southern District and repeated mentions of upcoming actions on a Tuesday.

Vautidt Inmite Pomple Orpani Hvwrae Gaulle Fru Dirvetian Wise Peyynd NedMy Wiliam Parkinson Acorar Lewin Maloting Waurlee Michael Fitzeib Dixiriet Bru Miia Thomas Small Thomas Welsh Joho Parkwan Werdenssehaa Denker Bn Tang Bay Gual

Youd Moving Peace and Atomic Energy Policy

President Truman urged national unity to ensure international control of atomic energy before disarmament. The speaker advocated a gradual path toward world peace as the ultimate goal, emphasizing cautious progress over abrupt action.

Hingtun Truman Unitid Nationa

Shankland Qualifies In British Golf Match

Shankland of Australia tops the British qualifying rounds with 142 to lead Faulkner and King amid a field of BI players. The event narrows to the main competition as participants push for top scores.

London Priday W. Shankland Australia Max Faulkner Sam King

US Vice Consul Beaten by Red Police in Shanghai

W Olive US Vice-Consul in Shanghai was reportedly beaten by Communist police and taken to a local station. A consulate spokesman said Olive is being detained at the police station amid unrest tied to a Japan anniversary parade.

AAP Shanghai W. Olive Olive Umentanghe Lorie Japan Hin Dhive Seni Kei Iver Willis Mt Voltah Dlige

Jap Premier May Declare State of Crisis

Reported in London that Japan may declare a state of crisis to halt violence and unrest. Protests escalate as authorities confront riots and traffic disruptions while emergency measures are discussed.

Vn Aenea Yko Japan

Dutch Fail To Disarm All Indonesians Reported

An American journalist cites Dutch force limits in Indonesia after surrender, noting population arms hold and public opinion in Southeast Asia. The report suggests half-armed civilians could cause trouble amid regional unrest and U S influence.

Kiyckerbucker Dyatevien United States United Newins Taduneain Sonkorng Uhrow Yemen

Mindszenty Drugging Report Sparks Budapest Controversy

A published report citing American intelligence claims Cardinal Mindszenty was drugged and mistreated by Soviet captors in unclear custody. The account describes coercive interrogation, physical abuse, and attempts to undermine his reasoning amid political strife.

Berlin Cardinal Mindszenty Conemont

Indian coal for Sydney Calcutta Friday protest at sea

Workers protest shipment of coal to Austria and Australia degrading trade policy. Ambiguous names and places appear, including Calcutta, Sydney, and Vienna, with unclear dates. The fragmentary text hints at a labor dispute over coal shipments and international trade. The report preserves the tense event and likely involvement of dockworkers and transport routes.

Calcutta India Austria Yue Enviers

US Destroyers Seize Ship Bound for Amsterdam

Amid wartime action US destroyers forced a vessel en route to Amsterdam to divert, with reports of armed seizure at gunpoint. The incident occurred near New York as orders were given to sink if necessary to safeguard strategic aims.

Amsterdam Athens Amprivan Perhal Meininyn Te Tila Gerak New York Batoi Archangel Mein Wai Ja Om Rug

Israel to Guard Borders Amid Unclear Threats

Fragmented text reports Israel planning border security amid unspecified risks. Officials cite Rabbinical authority statements and external pressures, mentioning Manchester and Palatine in unclear context. The piece remains incoherent but centers on protective measures and rising vigilance.

Mineworkers Stand Against Mineworkers Stand Against LONDON

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London Uirenctia

Thornton Pledges Support From Bilan and Teera

A garbled note outlines pledges of support from individuals including Bilan and Teera for Thornton. It mentions Ahrm Wheld Peter de ruc kite and various nonsensical phrases, with references to Austell Arane and Tinton Motion without clear context or coherent events.

Bilan Ahrm Peter de Banetepets Atv Turton Ginalon

London Center for Wheat Council Amid Global Talks

Report of London hosting a major wheat council with international delegates. Mentions discussions on supply, prices, and farming tech. references to Denmark, Denmark-related efforts, and various stage names or code phrases. Unclear fragments hint at voting and climate influence on policy.

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