Britain to Cut Dollar Imports by 25 Percent
The Chancellor announced a broad 25 percent reduction in dollar imports with key cuts in tobacco and sugar. Timber, paper and pulp, ferrous metals, steel, and cotton face substantial limits while petrol, oil, and petroleum are eyed for restraint. Butter, meat, and bacon rations rise. overall dollar deficit and reserves discussed.
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Ministry of Food
Sir Stafford
Cligfielor Gald
Nocen
Maintein
Churchill
Stafford
Board of Trade
Wilson
Rma
Federation of Trade Unions backs world boycott plan
Montreal reports that the World Federation of Trade Unions will fund and backing a global strike against Canadian ships. Secretary Mr T G McManus said the boycott aims to target all ships of companies opposing the strike, with effects outside North America.
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T. G. McManus
Canadians Vinon'a
Anmannerd
World Federation of Trade Unions
Ince
Coulps
North America
Britain reduces parts to Canada hit Canada hard
A Canadian official says Britain's decision to cut parts area exports will shift 60 to 70 million dollars to Canada this year. Canada’s metal, pulp and paper industries will suffer most while tobacco and food contracts mostly escape impact.
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Ottawa
Britain
Doar
Canada
Atino Abea
Agriculture Department
Tobacco Branch
Basia
London
Czech National Assembly Moves to Control Church Finances
Prague reports the Czech National Assembly has drafted a bill assigning the State full control over church finances administration and appointments. It would allow withholding archbishop or bishop appointments if candidates are not approved by the State. The information minister labeled Rome a defender of fascism and barbarity amid Vatican protests.
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Prague
Czech National Assembly
Vatican
Kopecky
Rome
US Secretary Brannan Orders Wheat Acreage Cut
Secretary of Agriculture C. Brannan ordered U.S. wheat growers to cut next year's acreage by 7 percent. An allotment of 680000 acres is set, versus a record 83173000 planted previously, as Brannan cites foreign demand and surpluses. Farmers will be told precisely how much wheat to plant.
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Washington
Secretary of Agriculture
Mr. C. Brannan
United States
Dutch Stand for Fred After Secret Debate in The Hague
The Dutch government after a six hour secret debate announced its support for an ally in Indonesia. The decision came amid tensions involving the United States and Indonesia, with reference to a United Nations aligned stance and the broader colonial administration in the region.
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the Hague
United States
of Indonesia
Re arrangement in food ration of Britain
Reuters notes a 17 percent share of food imports from dollar sources in Britain up from 25 percent in 1947 48 and 8 percent in 1934 to 1938. The cut widens dollar supply pressures, risks reduced shortages, and shifts sterling deliveries to dollar markets. Sir Stafford warns reserves will drop this quarter despite hoped conference solution. The long term aim is to balance farming and community needs with Allies.
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Reuter
Britain
Sollar
Sir Stafford
Repbetiilier
Communist Strike Plan Ties London Australia Unrest
The independent weekly Time and Tide says coal strikes in Australia and a London dock dispute form part of a coordinated Communist master plan. It cites the move as evidence of a broader international solidarity within the Labour Movement.
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London
Australia
Commonwealth Ievelf
Moaton
New Times
Treaty Violation Claims In Trieste Zone Sparks Tense Note
The United States accuses Yugoslavia of violating the Italian peace treaty by introducing Yugoslav currency into the occupied Trieste zone. The note contends the move aims to bind the Yugoslav zone more tightly to Yugoslavia.
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Washington
United States
Yugoslavia
Ats
Trieste
Japan not a decadent nation says Geneva returnee
Mr. Chester Hepler, labor chief, said Japan moves toward economic stability faster than many European countries. Hepler, returning from Geneva, stated the Japanese are strong resilient and possess character, and that Japan is not decadent.
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A.p.reutery
Tokyo
Japan
Chester Hepler
C.A.P
Hepler
Geneva
Empire Ministers to Review Dollar Cuts
Empire ministers consider curbing dollar drain by boosting Commonwealth refining capacity. Plans include a £125 million Britain refinery complex with seven extensions and increased refining by British owned firms abroad. Pipelines to move crude from the Persian Gulf to the Mediterranean are under joint British American study.
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Commonwealth Countries
Reuter
Commonwealth
United Kingdom
Britain
Uvem
Firitain
Persian Gulf
Mediterranean
U N Mission Plan to Visit New Guinea and Pacific Trust Areas
The Trusteeship Council approves a visiting mission to New Guinea and nearby Pacific trust territories. Australia administers Nauru, with Britain and the Philippines offering representation while Russia declines. The mission aims to assess governance and progress under trusteeship.
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New York
Trusteeship Council
New Guinea
Nauru
Australia
Britain
Bilateral Trade Likely With the United States
A report from The Parly Telegraph notes a probable U S trade shift in September. Officials discuss reciprocal cotton and tobacco purchases and sterling backed goods, with talks on dollar swap bridging and redirecting demands to soft currency sources.
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Melday
Chevy Verou
Panama Drops Extradition Record on Two Journalists
Panama drops extradition proceedings against Maurice Keith Berry a New Zealand journalist and Hollis O’Hanlon a Canada born national accused of gun running in Costa Rica. The decision affects relations with San Jose and concerns extradition recordings.
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Panama
San Jose
Costa Rica
New Zealand
Maurice Keith Berry
Hollis O'Hanlon
Truman Confers in Secret Talks at Blair House
President Truman held a two and a half hour in camera session with senior Cabinet Officers and military and Congressional leaders at Blair House. Guards surrounded the building to enforce secrecy while photographers were barred and participants offered no details. The meeting involved figures from the Senate and administration amid tight security and closed doors.
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Washington
Truman
Blair House
Filipino to Seek Adjustment with Australia
Judge Roberto Regala, newly appointed Philippine Consul General to Australia, says friendly ties with Australia call for a balanced solution to racial questions. He spoke in San Francisco, outlining plans after a Manila conference with officials and President.
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San Francisco
Autralian
Philippines
Roberto Regala
Philipnes
Australi
Presentnope
Manila
Grieves reaches 1000 runs as Lancashire beat Glamorgan
English cricket report notes Ken Grieves of Lancashire passing 1000 runs for the season with 24 against Glamorgan. Desmond Barrick, 23, also contributed 147 as New Zealand prevented Northamptonshire from forcing a follow on.
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London
Ken Grieves
Lancashire
Glamorgan
Desmond Barrick
New Zealand
Northamptonshire
Unemployment Relief Applications Rise in Suburban Areas
Unemployment relief applications reached 120.00 today as 12,448 metropolitan and 545 country residents registered with the Department of Social Services in Sydney.
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Sydney
Chiang to Lead Nationalists in China
Chiang Kai-shek arrived from Formosa to become Chairman of the Emergency Council directing Nationalist China against the Communists. He urged secret mobilization to save China and said the fight would be long and hard. Premier Yen Hsi-shen said the battle is a world front against Communism.
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A.a.p.-Reuter
Canton
Chiang Kai-shek
Formosa
China
National Secret
Theats
Yen Hasi-Shen
Robeson Aimed to Be Black Stalin Says Ex Communist
Manning Johnson testifies to the House American Activities Committee that Paul Robeson sought to be a Black Stalin and that the Communist Party encouraged Robeson to abandon the party. He claims Robeson had long Communist ties but a secret membership ticket eluded rank and file members.
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Washington
Paul Robeson
Steel production cuts hit major plants in six cities
In response to an impending strike by the United Steelworkers Union the U S Steel Corporation is shutting down production facilities in Pittsburgh Birmingham Chicago Los Angeles San Francisco and Salt Lake City.
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Chicago
United Steelworkers Union
U.S. Steel Corporation
Pittsburgh
Birmingham
Alabama
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Salt Lake City
MacArthur Denounces Russian Charges Against Japan Policy
General MacArthur rejects Soviet claims that U S policy in Japan harms workers and wrecks the economy. He asserts Japanese labor enjoys broad rights and the economy is steadily improving. He denounces Russia for meddling and fakery in criticizing Allied reconstruction.
Pope expected to speak on Catholic stance against Communism
Reuters reports the Pope may outline tactical Catholicism in the intensified drive against Communism. The English Council of Churches warns that totalitarian methods not equal justice, while Vatican radio condemns excommunication for Communion. French papers debate the edict's impact on faithful Catholics.
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Reuter
England
Worth Council of Churches
Vatican Radio
Mtholice
Ce Soir
le Monde
Extension Proposed of Monroeism to Europe
Senator Flanders proposed extending Monroeism to Europe with Taft backing while opposing the North Atlantic Treaty as framed. He warned about arming Western European nations and said Senate action could shape U.S. obligations. Reuters notes slim chances of broad support for a hands off approach.
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Washington
Fenders
Reuter
Czech Players Refuse Prague Return Seek Shelter in US
In Gstaad Switzerland Drobny and Dermeck refused a Czech Communist government order to return to Prague. They said they are athletes first and will seek refuge in the United States. Drobny hinted at retirement after a year of consideration as Swiss press attacks mounted. A Czech official warned they must return immediately due to threats.
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Switzerland
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Dermeck
Prague
United States
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Ceech
Cemik
Presa
Truman era atomic pile ponders British access to tech
The New York Times reports a meeting among President Truman and top policy makers deciding to grant Britain access to information that could help predict and produce atomic bombs. Final bomb construction details remain challenging, affecting Britain’s pursuit of the knowledge.
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U.5
Britain
New York Times
Truman
Atomic Energy Commission
Thelma Long to face Hilde Sperling in Basstad final
In Stockholm on Friday Mrs Thelma Long advances to the Basstad International women’s singles final against Hilde Sperling. In men's doubles Worthin and Johansson meet Sturgess and Fannin for the final, while Sturgess and Mian J Fitch reach the mixed doubles semi finals.
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Thelma Long
Hilde Sperling
Basstad
Worthin
Johansson
Sturgess
Fannin
Mian J. Fitch
Nationalists Take Initiative In China
Nationalists reportedly seized the initiative after six months of defeats and occupied inland areas at the Gulf of Chihli mouth. Amphibious landings were made along Hangchow Bay south of Shanghai, with unconfirmed reports of towns captured and Communist forces retreating toward Ningpe.
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Hong Kong
Gulf of Chihli
Hangchow Bay
Shanghai
Rede
Ningpe
Cuvisan
Feochow
Capi
Fukien
Thhe
Kwantung Province
China
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Taingtap
Yingkow
Shihtae
Chefoo
Hulatas
Far East Poverty Threatens Lasting Peace
The United Nations Economic Commission for Asia and the Far East reports widespread poverty across Asia and the Far East, worse than pre-war levels, undermining peace prospects and underscoring the need for President Truman's aid program for underdeveloped nations.
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New York
United Nations
Asia
Far East
Economic Commission For
Far Est
Truman
London Wool Sales See Firm Prices Amid Strong Home Demand
At the London wool sales yesterday 24 622 bales were offered with 23 254 sold. The catalogue included 2 231 bales from New South Wales and competition was strong with the home trade the chief buyers. Prices, except for long merino and some varieties, remained firm with Australian shipments occasionally dearer.
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London
New South Wales
Dearer
Unexploded Bombs Found Near Calcutta Maidan
Report states two unexploded bombs were found near the Calcutta Maidan after a city meeting chaired by Prime Minister Nehru. An official ban was called for, and the Speaker condemned the government’s repressive policy during the event.
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Calcutta
Calcutta Maidan
Pandit Nehru
de Mance
Con- Breas
Freezing of War Debts Urged in Commons Debate
London Friday reports the Liberal Party leader Mr. Davies urging a freezing of war debts amid Britain's economic crisis. Labour's Mr. Stokes warned of a possible default and proposed halting support to Iraq and Egypt to aid India from Japan and to shield colonies, as the debate continued.
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Britain
Liberal Party
Davies
House of Commons
Stoken
Labour
Iraq
Egypt
Strikes Delay Cargoes as Dock Workers Unload in London
Amid a London strike 1 080 men joined 4 500 troops to handle vital cargoes. Royal dockyard troops unload over 100 000 tons of export cargo for dollar areas while union leaders press a new note to the Ministry for Labour to settle the dispute.
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Royal Dock
Unio
Offic
Ministry For Labour
Sfort
Australians Likely In Davis Cup Singles and Doubles
Montreal Friday report that Australia may not reach the challenge round against the United States as manager Sproule notes gate receipts fund touring costs. Singles players Bromwich and Sidwell expected. doubles Bromwich and Sedgman likely.
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Carminera
Australia
United States
Sprgule
Sproule
Bromwich
Idwell
Sedgmian
Truman Denounces Loan to Spain During Marshall Plan Debate
President Truman condemns Congress for sending a 50 day loan to Spain while Marshall Plan aid faces Senate scrutiny. He forecasts the full Senate may consider a proposed loan as the issue is debated.
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Washington
Truman
Congressional
Senate
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