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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 15, 1949

Page

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Two More Miners Leaders Sent To Gaol For 12 Months

A court sentenced two miners leaders to twelve months in gaol amid clashes over wages and Labour movement funding. The proceedings reference the Communist Party and debates over strike action and the Royal Commission inquiry.

John Spacer Simpson Trrawneer UN Communist Party Phomar Grainger Thame Grainger Owen Dovey Park Davey Fanik Justice Sulliven tAvwan Delibarate

Soviet Guards Life Restrictions Prompted by Berlin Tension

A terse Berlin report notes life restrictions by Soviet guards on West Berlin traffic. It states that guards authorized lorries to move at a normal rate for fire time sines, reflecting tense controls during the period.

Overwhelming Commons Vote backs King's Proclamation

London reports an overwhelming 435 to 44 vote in the House of Commons approving the King's proclamation of a state of emergency to seal dock work. The Prime Minister and ministers defended measures amid debate over security and wartime powers.

London Hours of Commons Teacil Dock Attlee

Miners Debate Safety Measures and Work Resumption

A Coal Miner Council meeting will decide tomorrow if the safety recommendation is adopted. A withdrawal of protective men could halt mining, with many miners potentially returning to work and certain safety operations likely halted. The Central Council opposes a broad strike, while railway workers are urged to act, amid ongoing political pressures. Perth report notes Collie miners then decide to resume work after a four AM meeting.

Tillone Councll Minery Ceuersi Comerford Witke Chifley ARGU

Victoria Buys Coal during World War I in England

A Victorian-era report notes coal purchases in England during the war. It mentions shipments and dealers, including Norman and two others, with limited readable details about the transaction and parties involved.

Victoria England London Smng Denor Uth Vane le Vorion Norman Mao

Broad agreement on US investments reach after talks

A broad agreement on conclusions of a communique from a three nation talks among Britain, Canada and the United States was reached by the Economic Ministers of the Commonwealth group. The meeting discussed dollar problems and commodity issues and the aim to stimulate multilateral trade.

London Tsat Sundey Britain Canada United States

Sabotage Not Cause of Dutch Plane Crash

Reported confusion over causes of a Dutch air disaster. Officials and journalists cited no sabotage, noting investigation focus on mechanical failure and enemy activity rumors. Public statements from aviation authorities and press agencies contradicted sabotage theories amid ongoing inquiries.

Bomb Thrown at Mehra Galdutta Witnessed by Crowd

A chaotic scene in Calcite as an audience disrupted a political event near the prime minister. An object described as a bomb was thrown, causing alarm and prompting security intervention while attendees reacted with fear and confusion.

Galdutta

Exchange of blows at Cessnock meeting

A large mob disrupted a meeting of 400 miners in Cessnock as members of the Australian Socialist Party faced off with crowds. In the melee punches flew and speakers clashed, with threats of continued agitation and calls for action affecting local labor discussions.

Cessnock Main Street A.S.P

Soviet Attacks on US Policy in Japan Highlighted by Press

The article reports Soviet charges against U.S. policy in Japan, accusing Washington of coercion and brutal policing to shape Japanese actions. It cites alleged coordination between General MacArthur and the Japanese government to repress protests and labor meetings, while Polish and Vatican broadcasts deny the rumoured communist mobilization and call for prosecution of those spreading false reports.

Wasmington MacArthur Partcipanta Nwa Addhiarede Vatican Hadia Raat Communist Party Officiel Pram Poland Miragie Michievois Fas Ing

Robeson Targeted by Jewish Leader Over Communist Allegations

A Jewish leader accuses Paul Robeson of seeking to inflame social unrest and divide the nation through Communist activity. The American Jewish Congress director warns Congress and police against Robeson's alleged influence and aims.

Washington Han Paul Robeson United States

Australian Cricket Tour Update

Unclear text outlines a possible Australia tour with a mention of Sydney and a target date in the near term. No verifiable names, teams, or outcomes are readable.

One Killed and Nineteen Injured in Polish Stampede

One person died and nineteen were injured in a stampede in Lublin Eastern Poland described by the Waranw correspondent as Catholics rushing to venerate a miracle portrait of the Vicary. Witnesses reported a chaotic scene as pilgrims surged toward the relic amid religious fervor and conflicting accounts emerged about the event's authenticity.

Eurnen Catholic Authoritien London Lublin Poland British United Press

Unclear Weather Note From The Mestinal Forecast

A garbled OCR note from the Mestinal forecast mentions a district and several names. The fragmentary text references morning conditions and a northerly trend, but lacks coherent details or actionable data.

Chiang Returns to Lead Nationalist Forces in Canton

Chiang Kai-shek reportedly resumes control of the Nationalists against the Communists after a sudden Canton appearance. He plans a South China tour to boost morale and to establish headquarters in Mecca or nearby, amid a heated White Paper debate in Washington over U.S. policy toward Chiang and the Nationalist government.

Chiang A.a.p.reuter Canton Chiang Kai-shek South China Mecater Tonth Langhorne Ina Murat Philippines Apeech Uniter Staten Blais Dwat Achewany Defoner Ly Johnson Voepa Stati Mo Minto Pearson Sayd Sitingtin Wefelind HH Kung Broher

Life sentence for Japanese leaders in Philippines

A fragment reports the Philippines Military Commission sentenced a Japanese general to life imprisonment while mentioning former commander Muroda and Lt General Yumeshita in connection with wartime actions. The text is incomplete and garbled.

Amerventer Manila Philippines Mtary Commission Muroda Fnr the Philippinen Miwmnia

Red's Century Against Morthamptonshire at the Visitor Track

A cryptic report details Red's century and players such as Beatt and Bent for Northamptonshire versus rival counties. It notes scores and performances with mixed team names, amid a cricket or field event description from a Thuraway match in London.

London Une Northamptonsiy Sirelareit Beatt Bent Northamptonshire Burrey Botary Fistock Equires Sah Omerset Norkahivs Lanter Malin Dra Kanon Glamorgan tVoolier Pakldheuse Greenweeid Emnenshire Emnith Kimpton

Price Rises to New Rice Price Peak in Flooded China

Reports from Shanghai indicate rice costs surged to the equivalent of 20 dollars a bushel as severe floods devastate central and southern China. Officials warn recovery will take time with amid lingering damage and food supply concerns.

Shangwat Thureday Amy Bright Nanking Lenapa Salvaiyer Carmera

Pope Moves for Excommunication of Communists

A 1920s era dispatch reports the Vatican weighing excommunication for Catholics who defend or support communism. It notes the pope’s warning to Catholic leaders worldwide to sever ties with advocates of communism and to remove the stigma of allegiance among Catholics.

Cammuniam Vatican Pyace Gammuntam Gadeptur

Brisbane Run Flight Record Claimed By RAAF Pilot

An Australian Royal Air Force pilot plans a Brisbane to Sydney run next Monday aiming to set a record. Weather expected calm over New South Wales with 20,000 feet visibility. Kingsford Smith Airport to be departure point. The proposed route covers the Sydney to Brisbane leg noted as a record pace of about four minutes.

SY Owen Thurmay Brisbane Yuna RAAF D. Murphy Newcumtte Kingsford Aiultn Dydney Quito

United States Not vna low mood and war urges arms

Fragmented OCR reads of a wartime United States notice discuss national mood and policy, mentioning tensions with Buronaen and plans for large scale defense and economic measures. Strong entities include United States and Morganan. Details are unclear due to garbled text.

Czech Communists Plan to Destroy Church

Diplomatic reports claim the Czech Communist leadership approved a six point plan to target Catholic churches and clergy. The program includes seizure of church property, suppression of religious education, and removal of clergy, with women from Catholic communities favored for internal security roles.

Te Vieni Cree Commstt Cathy Fee Cuthone I Teaders Brees

Aitler Feared Being Duped by France

A garbled wartime testimony details alleged fears of betrayal and German-British tensions. The speaker cites potential French duping, betrayal within alliances, and military moves around Salzburg and fleet concerns during a wider war context.

Aitler France

Tokyo Rose and Wartime Propaganda Broadcasts

A damaged clipping discusses Tokyo Rose and other wartime broadcasters in Japan. It references Allied efforts in the Pacific and wartime propaganda methods, noting investigations and censorship by authorities.

Tokyo Rose Japan Ban Manciido Brocilvaet Tokyo Pacific Levaganital Mra Higotmmig Truariah OC Iepanene Prupapanda Ina eVulenu Iuiver Hornee Verry

Canada to Tighten Control of Imports From United States

Ottawa reports Canada intends to strengthen import controls with the United States. Officials say the move aims to balance trade and protect domestic industries amid cross border tensions.

Cawada United States

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