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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 23, 1947

Page

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Indonesians urged to stand by in war-slow path to peace

Premier appeals for international aid to resolve Indonesian problems without war. Lieut Colonel Peter Ratcliffe relays a British stance as Dutch tensions rise across Java. Reports of bombings near Bandung and Jogja intensify, with rail and road targets attacked.

Bimatra Papua Repu Bom Ae Levine Nethurlamia Indonesia Fconomie Interm Peter Ratcliffe Brit.i Lioginkarts Lonel Rataille

Dutch Marines Report Landing and Battle in Java Chapter

A wartime dispatch describes Dutch Marines landing at Banani and advancing toward Kishaioort with five trucks, amid mortar fire and resistance near Bungwonel. Communiqués claim Republican forces withdrawing and ongoing contact with allied units as main battles unfold around Java’s eastern front.

Banani Ranjuwasah Kishaioort Bourubes i RaYiiljanipi Bungwonel Karta Hani Jea Malang Raeie Wailey Jay Rimhyiv Viet Auetralin Teles Gogiend United Sydney Tusaday Hap Aft Uist Becwlty Cornel

World Reaction to Arbitration Efforts and Peace Talks

The New York press discusses Britain’s mediation offer, Dutch willingness, and calls for Security Council action. It analyzes the split over arbitration and fears a prolonged war unless a path to peace is found.

Britain New York Security Council New York “Herald-Tribune Utah Jave

Attacks Near Yugoslav Border Reported by Dispatches

Dispatches from Ralonika describe dawn attacks along the Yugoslav border near Mona hor and Hloring. The incursions involved a force using a weapon named Paneer Faust, with reports of casualties and boundary breaches as units crossed into the other side.

Malone Gulervilan Garrizon

Mrs Todd Wins Singles Title at French International Tennis

In Tuesday play at the Ons French International tournament Mrs Todd defeated Dore Hart 6 7 4 4 6 4 to take the singles crown. The page also notes doubles results and mention of other players such as J Pedvojowske and C Rochon amid Davis Cup context with Australia and Canada.

Parie Todd Dore Hart Rolund Eemed Doubies Ceraiule Rumania Ant Mine J. Pedvojowske Puluudy Tami Ceaword

Skymaster crash kills seventeen at crowded air show

A Skymaster aircraft plunged into a crowd near a military airport, killing seventeen spectators and injuring many others. The tragedy occurred as the plane attempted a display maneuver, tearing through the viewing area and damaging nearby infrastructure.

Wenge Aines Twemlay Ned Greingared Hy Manter Pelemer Welitary Air Force Powerlina Alpha Urera Net Petro

Fire at industrial plant kills two and burns five

A large blaze at an industrial area destroyed a petrol tank and a storage facility. Two people were killed and five others were severely burned as flames spread to machinery and waterways. Firefighters battled the inferno for hours before gaining some control.

N. Dakota Greenewater Roger

Britain replies to Romania on arrests and UN entry

London says Britain protests recent Romanian arrests as interference in internal affairs. The note asserts arrests contravene peace provisions and rejects claims that pastors jailed under harsh conditions belong to fascist groups. Britain says Romania must fulfill treaty obligations and govern according to civilized principles to enter the United Nations.

London Britain Rumania Parsons United Nations Romania

Rangoon Assassination Triggers Mass Arrests

In Rangoon after the ministers assassination, police seize hundreds as unrest spreads. Burmese authorities report no major violence in the city while foreign governments express horror and pledge cooperation.

Rangoon

Australian Wool Reaches Japan via Tokyo Trade Report

The Japanese Board of Trade notes June exports from Australia reached £485,000 with imports totaling 6860.00. Grade from the United rates accounted for 60.8 percent of imports. Dutch and British firms invest across Indonesia and other regions. A shipment of 400 tons of Australian wool was bought and may be used in cargo handling, amid ongoing tensions and supply considerations in the Pacific.

Tokyo Toradey Japaneae Board of Trade United Australie Het riaUonals Aytogether Shoutine Milliga

Five killed and thirty injured in Ruston express derailment

London report states five people died and about 30 were injured when the Ruston express derailed in Warwickshire. Albert Peebles of New Zealand, 32, was among the dead, traveling to join his unit in Liverpool. The crash caused coaches to topple and gaping gaps between cars as passengers were hurled from their seats.

London Ruston Semipnae Renidan Warwickshire Uckton Albert Peebles New Zceland Liverpisl Australis New Zealand Ina

MacArthur Praised by World Trade Union Delegation

A World Federation of Trade Unions delegation in Washington praised General MacArthur for revitalizing Japan amid the occupation. The group commended his democratic policies and the reorganization of Japan’s economy, noting his impact on postwar reforms and stability.

Washington Japan Ganaral MacArthur le Ation MacArthur Ealers

Secretary of State Holds Talks on Europe Aid

Secretary of State and committee members discuss aid to Europe with emphasis on coal and German industry. Marshall reports optimism about a possible Anglo American conference while Averell Harriman cites no German priority, as diplomats seek path to Western Germany recovery. The session stressed secrecy and grave concerns over isolation and reconstruction.

Bir Clarence Lea California Prench Henr Bonnet Beniral Marshall Inirowaif Betoreen United State Britain Wreacom Rivieraere Amonst Westra Averell Warrimany Europe Germany London Beyirt MT Douglas Giscasson Timex

Food Gift For Olympic Athletes At Australian-Guam Games

Australian workers discuss food gifts for Olympic athletes during joint events with Guam and Wellington. The piece references support from the United States and Australia, noting transfers of wage and provisions for competitors. Names and exact arrangements are unclear in the fragmented text.

Wellington Ogliah Urea Ethan Aydney Turney Adel Benater-Armatrong Asia Emmy United States Australia Comalder Auatratia

New Canadian-Australian Commissioner Arrives Aboard Stratheden

The new Canada Australia commissioner, A. A. Green, arrived today in the Stratheden with Mrs. Green and their daughter Me. The party was greeted by Wolfs Wite and Mr Suntice Davis aboard.

Adian Ives Toomiay Fgh Canada Australia A. A. Green Thateamer Stratheden Wolfs Wite Suntice Davis

Federal Constitution for India Introduced in Assembly

The Constituent Assembly heard a new Day session with the Constitution Committee presenting a plan for a federal structure. References mention Rashtrapati and a five year term for certain forces, plus calls for allied cadet committees and a projected council with the Prime Minister aiming to guide the division of the constitution and armed forces.

Attlee House of Cummins India At Army Lignia Aung 8UN Cornell Chaser Sheen Hile Ciayabor Ares Mien Om ‘Oulaide U. Owe Manily Joey Wen Berne Constituent Assembly Wicoray Brita Rashtrapmel Aly Festa Tanare Wid Dent

Sabotage and Curfew Hit Haifa Amid Immigrant Transfers

British authorities impose a dusk curfew in Haifa as a mine explosion injures locals and transport disruptions ripple across Jerusalem Nathanya and Haifa. Refugees aboard the Resident Warfield are to be returned to France under international procedures amid unclear plans and reported interceptions by Palestinian forces.

London Neween Halfa Atswaty AFTON Apader Haifa Ratea Jewe Haife Jerusalem Nathanya Honea Howe Nadbert Baken Bull France Tres Bettiah Tranaporta Paria Dolly Anya Orta Mit Nat Iand Pamengers Wille Coll Combi Jerusale St Jul Telegrape Dmcon

Australia and Soviet delegates clash over UNESCO bid

Debated at the United Nations General Assembly the Australian and Soviet delegates clashed on Hungarys UNESCO bid and the role of member nations. The Soviet side argued for a notional comparison while Britain and allies pressed for a veto amid broader wartime alignments.

U S Move to Abolish Poll Tax Laws

Fragmented OCR notes discuss a 2S, MGouth Democratic push toward abolishing poll tax laws, aiming to enable broader Negro enfranchisement and broader access to Congress.

U.S

Meat and Butter Great Britain Figures Reported

A London dispatch cites Mr Manderson noting Britain holds 3,080,000 cattle and 34,000 tons of butter. The article alleges government distress and mentions Australia and New Zealand in the context of trade policy, with the under secretary for the Dominions not commenting.

London Temsday Manderson Kullen New Beslan Apri Trinast Tae Wenderson Geeta Destreet Ore Auealia New Howland Ail Rommer

Tonic OAS Relcana Incident Report

An unclear fragment describes an incident involving tonic OAS relcana and protection of welts. It mentions an estimate of 7000 immutanes and a person named Leon, with references to dexinictico. The readable text lacks coherent details for a precise report.

Relcana Jean Save Leon Dexinictico

County Cricket Till Tea Amid Weather Stopplay

Fragmented report shows vanDON and Tussdey after tea stopping play amid unclear scores. Match details mention Lan Teton strong position and 2 171 in reply to 279 with Middiraen and others contributing modest totals as rain disrupts proceeding.

Vandon Tussdey Ain Tre Pater Yenterday Afar Lan Teton Bouth Alrion Mt. Jamingee County Detaila Middiraen Rodertanc

Bombing trial area in Hamburg weather delays test

Unfavorable weather delayed a planned bombing drill on a former German U-boat factory at Farge near Hamburg where a 38 800 pound bomb was to be used. No injuries reported.

Hamburg Tasmiay Farge

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