19 Jul 1948
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 19, 1948
Page
1
In Kogarah Sydney on Sunday the Liberal Party captured the seat in a sweeping NSW byelection. The contest featured strong cross-party voting patterns with fluctuating support among groups and observers noting a sharp swing away from the ALP toward the Liberal candidate.
Incoherent notes describe attempts to trigger rain using dry ice near heated clouds within 90 miles. The fragmentary text mentions experts and officials and hints at a local government or agency involvement.
Berlin radio reports that workers have removed nearly 10 miles of the Berlin Helmstedt railway line. The move, cited by political circles as Russian technical action, raises tension as air forces may respond to Western bomber deployments. Foreign observers relay questions over Russia’s intent and possible military reactions amid ongoing war actions.
A London source reports that Berliners overwhelmingly favor Western Allies staying in Berlin. The speech by former Foreign Secretary Eden at Guildford denounces German leadership as dangerous, warning against blackmail and urging unity among Western powers to ensure postwar stability.
London reports a planned transfer of American planes to Britain expected to complete by May. Many Super Fortresses have already reached Brampton, Marham, and Washington as Allied air units prepare for future operations.
The Johannesburg Sunday Express reports South Africa is ready to sever formal diplomatic relations with Russia. The Nationalist Party pre election wind stressed Britain would retain limited representation, and trade between the two countries was negligible.
Reports say the cease-fire in Jerusalem began at 5 30 pm local time as Jewish troops infiltrated the old city on Friday night and withdrew after renewed clashes. Battles raged around Tel Aviv Nazareth and Lydda with Egyptian and Arab Legion forces exchanging fire and civilians affected.
Count Bernadette and aides discuss timing for a settlement in Paigatine and reference possible Danis for Fuster polation before the General Assembly on September 23. High officials in Palestine plan actions without announcing the unitary nation partition.
Train accidents in multiple locations leave four dead. Reported crashes near Whotestone and King’s Cross involved several coaches overturning in heavy evening traffic. Injured victims confirmed, authorities investigate rail safety as toll rises.
A fragmented report says Greek rebels and commander Markos ordered guerrillas to halt the Olympic flame’s 2000 mile relay from Olympia to London. Claims describe armed groups and security measures around checkpoints, with Greek authorities and police braced for further disruptions.
London official Jonganang commute chairaat Husaay Lora Bueghjey said the Olympic Games will proceed smoothly with the new Wenbhley track reportedly performing well. The committee expects to cover all expenditure as nations compete, though some details remain unclear amid noisy reports and uncertain reactions.
Moscow reports a State Placing Commission release shows total Soviet industrial output up 24 percent in the latest quarter from the same period in 1946. The statement credits the national effort and notes gains across major sectors despite wartime strain and transport bottlenecks.
A damaged railway incident near Harden prompts police to investigate foul play. Reports describe possible deliberate tampering with sleepers and rails as workers note a missing piece and evidence at the site. Authorities caution against premature conclusions while probing the area for clues and motive.
Rome reports a cabinet meeting approving action to curb strikes by mobilizing railway workers and other specialists. Northern Italy tensions rise as partisan groups oppose the government with new laws while protests and police clashes spill into daily life.
A government statement reports police and paratroopers pursuing rebel groups in forest hideouts near AbbadtE nit. Claimed gunfire and arrests occurred as authorities seek 3,000 insurgents linked to the sheded MUMIL pnd blocks amid tense patrols and tanks in the region.
Birmingham Alabama Sunday Frank Diton former governor of Alabama told the Southern Democratic Convention that Northern Democrats planned a social revolution for the South reducing it to mongrels. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina was named as the States Rights candidate. Mississippi and others backed action against Truman. The report notes a split within the Democratic party over the 1948 race.
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