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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 11, 1949

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Britain Seeks Dollar Cut Of 25 Per Cent Imports

Britain proposes a 25 percent cut in empire imports to strengthen sterling. UK officials argue the plan could shift economic balance, with border control and American aid debated. Reports note Denmark and other nations may respond with further cuts to protect dollar reserves. A separate incident in Canada shows police clashing with demonstrators during a public screening of The Iron Curtain.

Britain Mr. Bagedar Erie

Free State Mine Director Denies Gold Report

A scrutiny into a Dankhasrhid gold find in Orange Free State was declined by Milne, director of Union Free Sale Mining and Finance Corporation. He stated his company has invested heavily and called the inquiry a "calamity" to the industry, noting the probe was postponed to Thursday.

Free State Johannerburg, Munday Doseph Milne Union Free Sale Mining and Pinance Corporation Tnto Comsieainn Dankhasrhid Orange ‘Btate Chet Ee Harsid Terenr Robertann African Preat Association Tobertann Wayore Flobert. Laon Arandatous

Soviet Soldier Killed In Attack On U S Troops

Berlin reports a Soviet soldier was killed during an exchange of fire with American patrols near the border area. The incident occurred as U S troops were marking border lines in the occupied zone. The American commander stated the patrol was within its rights when fired upon by Russian forces.

U.S Berlin United States United Rixten United Germany Sean

TAP WORKERS TO OPPOSE REPARATIONS

A garbled report notes workers at a company plant plan to oppose reparations demonstrations. About twenty demonstrators moved into the area, with references to a factory, machinery, and disruption.

TAP Dapana ‘Company Hire Imam Tote

Britain Must Kill Red Attack On Her Front

The Attorney General at St Helena warns Britain must defeat Communist agitation and dock strikes to save democracy and prevent economic sabotage. He argues Reds seek to mask the Marshall Plan and threaten national survival through labor unrest and economic disruption.

Britain Red London Hartlay Shawctnes St. Helena Re Erika

Honolulu Strikers Clash With Police During Protest

Police arrested several protesters after clashes with police in Honolulu Sunday at a Litins load cafe area. Officers reported minor injuries as pickets scuffled with officers while attempting to escort a throng, with arrests made under interference-with-people statutes.

Honolulu Plekete Theuahin Fonolu Nogatri Pleketa New Litins Load & Cafe

Lorries in Coal Convoy to Brisbane

Reporters note a coal convoy moving from Rosewood to Brisbane on Sunday. The scene shows miners, many women at the pits, and rivers nearby as the transport passes through the area.

Brisbane Rosewood Ieee

Rangoon Battle Toll Reported Heavy Casualties

A brief Rangoon dispatch reports 150 killed and 130 wounded in two days around Tenengguang, ten miles west of Rangoon, as fighting continues and relief efforts mobilize amid the ongoing conflict.

Rangoon Bunday

Vice-Consul Beaten by Shanghai Police Report

A report released by the United States Consul and press center states Vice Consul William Olive was brutally beaten by Shanghai police. The incident followed a signed declaration denied as created, with officials promising rapid medical checks and X rays. Photographs and examinations were conducted as part of the inquiry, amid tensions over worker protests and pay.

Shanghai Bhanchal United Statea Jota Cabottot & Press Willwin Olive Cabo Olive Shanghai Tel ‘Com- Bert Sena Mackger Ahr Flannery Dadustein Manayy Jaey Smith

Moves to End Peace Harmony in Britain

Fragmented OCR text cites a Health Minister warning that Britain faces two twin dangers if peace and harmony end. It mentions a social experiment, fleet ban, and drift toward industrial turmoil, with vague references to malignant forces and disfavored people. The passage is garbled and unclear.

Britain

Heath of Mother of Monty TM dies in Molville

The mother of Monty TM Heath died early yesterday at New Park Molville County. The widow of the late Montrovety, she was survived by her son. Further details were unavailable.

Heath Monty London Marshal Montrovety New Park Molville County

Chinese Reds Call For Japan Peace Talks

Chinese Reds demand peace talks with Japan and attack American policy in Japan. Reported that US aims to shape Japan’s government, with alleged coercion, taxation, grain controls, and a postwar occupation plan. адамның actions and policy cited from January context.

Bates of Japan MacArthur Geamanta Depan TtMs Far Raat

Perjury trial notes in Hiss case spark fallout and calls for probe

The report details juror remarks on the Hiss perjury trial and notes tensions after some jurors voted to convict. It mentions alleged ties to documents and a claim that Judge Kaufman favored the defense, prompting calls for a congressional investigation.

Alger Mina James Manrahan Hiean Both Chargte Agi

Ferrier Takes Seventh in U S Golf Standings

Jim Bunday earns 7 045 dollars in professional golf as the New York circuit lists him seventh. Sam Snead leads with 18 149 dollars while Cory Blancot sits second with 18 149 dollars and Boyd Stratum ties for fourth with 14 027 dollars.

New York Jim Retin Bam Snead Iaitarn Cory Tlancot I'N Howe Boyd Stantrum Oliare

London dockers may resume job action tomorrow

About ten thousand seven hundred workers were on strike yesterday with 1071 ships free. One thousand members of the Workers' Union decide to resume work tomorrow to decide on continuing the strike and possible actions.

London Tomorr Workers’ Union

Bobby Locke Repeats Victory In British Golf Title

Indonesian event reports Bobby Locke defeating Harry Bradshaw by two strokes across 36 holes. Locke posted rounds of 68 and 74, earning praise as a golfing machine and expressing pride in bringing the win back to South Africa.

INDON Barby Lasko Sree Harry Bradwhaw Fasc Rounria Bradahew Locke South Africa

Syrian guerrilla leader executed in Damascus

Reported in Sun AY that Anton Baadeh, leader of the Lebanese Syrian National Army, involved in gas attacks, was executed on charges of conspiracy against the country. He faced accusations of attempting coup and fomenting unrest amid ongoing conflict.

Damascus Sun AY cMrciafly Anton Baadeh Lester

Restrictions On Press Freedom In Chita Reported By Far Eastern Ballet

A Hong Kong published left wing weekly reports forecasted press restrictions in Communist Chita. The article claims authorities will curtail speech to suppress revolution, erase enemy remnants, and limit distribution to allied outlets. It cites sourced transport of papers halted by censorship and BBC-like news limits.

Chita Far Eastern Ballet Hongkong

European Council Entry Debate Sparks East West Link Gap

Report shows a vote tally 433 to 182 approving a measure on European Council participation with a Communist amendment opposing remuneration for French delegates. Schuman stated the treaty raises no barrier between East and West as the assembly approves the move. A separate line notes a Black winner in Africa near Cape Town with 90,000 attendance witnessing a Western Province defeat in a related context.

Theuropean Colney Schuman

Communists Occupy Ninghai Amid Far East Tensions

Reported by Peiping, Communist forces advanced in Saxi Chekiang and seized Ninghai, 15 miles from a major port. Nationalist losses were tallied at about 3,400 across Ningpo Chow and Chepai rails as clashes spread, with Russian planes noted in aerial activity over the region.

Reuter Hongkong Saxi Chekiang Ninghai Comet Peiping Slong Chow Ningpo Chepai Foochow Tie Capuiret Canton Linobung Bay Diken Changahen Taland Gulf of Chin Acy Newaskency

Construction of Air Strips at Bohemia Franklin?

Workmen build large new landing strips near Bohemia in Cethoe Slovakia close to Berger of the American seat, with aim to handle heavy bombers and jet fighters. The scene shows high training and movement toward the US, amid wartime notes and scattered details.

Frankfurt Caple Cheg Bohemia Cethoeslovakia Jotdybler PLC Burdar

Egg Board depots closed after rising maintenance costs

Revenue agencies report the Egg Marketing Board halted operations at Tavern, Goulburn, Deamnock, Maitland and a Tim branch due to maintenance costs. Depots are closed while stock and assets are being distributed through agents.

EGG Board Bydnew Rithday Rivegg Marketing Board Taverrn Goulburn Deamnock Maitland Single Tim Elem

Japanese Officials See Ruhr Across From London

Fragmentary report notes Japanese officials and postwar leaders evaluating reforms and cooperation with Germany after the war. Mentions Kata Yara and a bridging push between Germany and Japan to address economic and political challenges.

Ruhr London Bunday

Snowy River water split under state cabinet review

State cabinet to receive a report from an expert committee on whether one third of Snowy River waters should be diverted to the Murray or the Murrumbidgee. The panel’s findings will guide allocations to Victoria and potential pumping back to the Murrum along with a federal consultation.

Sion Proptesia Nowy Murray Murrumbidgee Victora Alan Murrum Tumut River Gite Weir Adr Cahill Canberra

Oil firms to supply garages with petrol in ration era

The Secretary of the Rationing Association said service rationing in the state will continue, with petrol demands unchanged. He noted import cuts by the Commonwealth Rationing Director due to dollar constraints, but explained many oil companies held ample stocks while new supplies post rationing are not expected.

Sydney Bervict Rations Association C. A. Ar Petah Pregory

KURREWA TAKES SECOND IN YACHT RACE NEAR LOS ANGELES

Australian yacht Ketteh Kurrews '01 placed one day after racing, with a near record run. Tuli reports Kurrews positioned around 20 at north and 326.97 feet, about 006 sails out from Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Keteh Kurrews Fone Tuli North Saitas

Britain rejects painless births debated in Commons

British House of Commons debates a bill to allow painless births and anesthesia for childbirth. The proposal faces opposition over moral and ethical concerns. Government ministers argue for medical access while opponents warn against unintended consequences for society and policy.

Budapest Court Upholds Mindszenty Sentence

Budapest court confirms long sentences including 18 years for Prince Paul Kesternasy 10 years for Dr Lassie and 3 years for Mittin Nagy amid reports of political trials. Vatican Radio and Prague sources relay claims of church figures under pressure as officials debate caseload and releases.

Prince Paul Kesternasy Mittin Nagy Lassie Ware

Dulgarians Pay Tribute at Late Leader’s Funeral

Wreaths from Stalls and wreaths surround the bier as tributes from Australia China and Korea pour in. Rupert Lockwood an Australian Communist Party member was among 14 foreign Communists at the funeral of Dimitrov.

Australia China Korea Rupert Lockwood Austalian Commuuist’ Party Pimitrov

Security Zones In New Rules Of War

Geneva delegates draft rules to shelter civilians by allowing security zones in future wars. The committee agreed zones must protect women children and the elderly while all military objectives are removed from the area. The proposal was sent back to the drafting committee for refinement.

Geneva Whit

Mrs T Long Wins Irish Singles Title at Dublin

Thelma Long of Australia won the women's singles crown at Dublin's Triehlawnenna Championships beating a rival from America. Long and partner Fitch defeated Fry 6 0 6 2 in a doubles tie. Fannin of South Attica and Fitch beat Jackson and Long 6 0 7 5 in the other match.

London Sunny Mre Thelma Long Austra In Dublin America Grit Oo Ling Mien Frith Mn HF Fry

Indicted by Grand Jury on Klan violence feared

A grand jury investigating mob violence indicts fourteen in a tense case led by hooded assailants. The panel contends a Klan leader thwarted the prior jury with contempt charges while offering a reward for identifying duty bearers, as new jurors are sworn in tomorrow to pursue further arrests and accountability.

Mab Pat Eenl Nants Khtela Erabern Aleaura

Chiang meets Philippines amid wartime tensions

Fragmentary OCR notes show Chiang Kai-shek and Philippine authorities discussing wartime cooperation. The document references a reply to a question, political leadership, and limits on government announcements. It hints at Allied unity but uses garbled phrasing and unclear dates or places.

Port Galina Cniltin Uwe Clonerell Philippines

No discovery of ship or fare noted

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a tanker named Alene Mountain and references near Cane Mists and crates. Acknowledges an unconfirmed or unclear arrival at a reported nation. details are garbled and not verifiable.

Explosion in Turkish area leaves many dead

A large blast in a Turkish region causes extensive casualties with reports of over 100 dead and many injured. Authorities say the attack triggered heavy damage and a swift police response as investigators begin work at the site.

Calcutta Raid Ends in Communist Fatality

A police raid in Calcutta resulted in the death of a Communist activist. The operation pursued individuals armed with pikes amid reports of a quantities of wand and unrest. Local authorities described the event as a security action with no immediate further details provided.

Calcutta

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