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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 26, 1949
Page
1
Berlin reports the extreme German Right Party opened its election campaign in Brunswick with a Nazi era chant. The movement, barred as an extremist group, resumes activity despite past bans and official rejection. The party leader (name unreadable) denounced the Nationalist programme as unfit, amid widespread public doubt about revival.
A report cites a letter to the UN secretary general alleging large scale Jewish deportations from East Europe to Siberia under Soviet orders. The letter claims trains move through border regions with families separated and sent toward forced labor camps, amid claims of political motive and wartime proximity.
Lausanne reports a converted bid to pause full discussion at the General Assembly on Palestine. If no progress at Lausanne talks, the effort to block debate may be reintroduced as talks near a second phase with key ministers present.
Washington reports reveal a rift between Cardinal Spellman and Mrs. Roosevelt over a proposed Federal money bill. Church leaders and supporters criticize the bill while opponents claim it limits church involvement in public affairs.
Baghdad reports the Finance Minister states Iraq will loan 20 million dollars from the International Bank and vows to support national needs amid economic strain. The article notes concerns over oil shipments and notes planned measures to stabilize finances while addressing public expectations.
The Prime Minister faces criticism as Greece cannot advance the plan cited in official reports. A national strategy, described by authorities, shows limited progress and raises questions about leadership and future steps.
The body of Gailleppe Barron, a 34 year old climber, was recovered from an ice seam on Mort Blane. He vanished in July 1810 after a fall in a tee hole during a mountain ascent. All clothing and features remained well preserved following decades under ice.
A crowd of 78 repatriates left Tokyo by train under red flags amid clashes on the platform as U S military police ordered marchers away. Reported tensions link many returnees to Communist Party membership in form, with mothers and wives attempting to shield relatives from removal.
Top seeds Gerdnar Mulloy and Billy Talbert defeated Sydney Wood and George Worthington 10 8 6 4 8 2 in the Mulastone Clute invitation tennis doubles final.
The report notes OMEALES securing a key victory in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia events, signaling readiness for upcoming Urea Knowle Cup status and selection for a future tournament. It mentions Richard Gausales and Victor Botan Bias in a clay court context with earlier years cited.
Samana Minnday, an Australian civil engineer named MacVarlane aged 24, crossed the English Channel in a kayak from near Calais to England yesterday. He completed the journey in about five hours, describing the feat in a few words.
Reported movement suggests Greek Communists plan action against Yugoslavia with Tito allegedly shifting support and Bulgarian forces aligning with Greek interests. The narrative cites Cominform outlawing Tito and possible retaliation from pro Soviet factions as regional tensions rise.
President Truman rejects slashing the arms aid plan as Congress weighs sentiment. He will urge continued support for Allied military programs including radar and fighter planes, with funds and training to boost European and regional defense under the Atlantic alliance.
Philip Mickman, London, attempts to swim the English Channel but fails to reach the coast near Folkestone. He made little headway as rough seas prevailed and his father promised a later attempt. The previous year he also failed after swimming 49 miles?
In a Baltic area exercise the Navy aboard ten ships exercised in seventeen ports to mark a coordinated operation. Navy Admiral acknowledged command and noted the aim to test readiness and response across multiple units.
Report from the Grenadier Guards notes complaints about rude interruptions at a royal event attended by Princess Elizabeth as Colonel of the Regiment. Officers denied widespread disruption, saying the issue mirrored ordinary joking and rowdy behavior, with a formal letter of reproach sent to each member.
The article urges Germans not to imitate the British Labour movement and warns against following its planned economic policies. It frames Labour as a reckless gamble that could worsen Germany's economic crisis and mislead citizens.
Patrick Bhaw of Britain on the Allied Council for Japan speaks on full employment and prosperity as key to the bloc. He hopes conditions will improve by 1959 and stresses currency stability, continued US support, and foreign investment to sustain purchasing power.
Typhoon Gloria struck Okinawa causing extensive damage to United States Air Force facilities. An American officer was killed and two children from the same family were critically injured as homes were leveled. General MacArthur’s headquarters reported damaged buildings and uprooted trees with winds around 188 miles per hour. Nine airmen were injured in the disaster.
A 16 member committee representing world free trade unions meets to draft a constitution and programme for a new Trade Union International. Paul Finet of Belgium chairs the committee as tensions emerge between the American Federation of Labor and the Trade Union Congress over development pace and anti Communist aims shaping the organization.
Berlin reports that Mr. McCrorey will head the European Recovery Fund Administrator in Germany and oversee Western occupation finance. An American official says the West intends a rapid decision to aid Germany's recovery while reviewing Western finance and personnel assignments.
A fragmented notice reports Penang seeking renewal as a crown colony amid petitions and protests. Leaders urge continued imperial governance while tensions rise over a potential federation and self rule in the region.
In New York on Monday Senator Meven advocated expanding atomic bomb production while arguing for a safer broader international control framework. He told Calgate University that the United States should pursue more avenues to regulate atomic energy and weapon production globally.
A British coal and transport crisis unfolds as unions clash over wage demands and government action. The government plans a wage-constraining inquiry led by Labour officials while labor and railway unions resist, amid fears of Communist agitation and international interference.
Federal Minister and the Joint Coal Board announce plans to operate open-cut mines near Sydney. Cabinet meetings in Canberra and Sydney will decide the plan next day, with an emergency coal conference set for Wednesday. Talks foresee a 70 000 ton weekly output to resume industry and coal for Newcastle steelworks, while miners press for wage and working-condition settlements.
Vienna reports Hungary has erected a border wall along the Austrian frontier. The barrier uses buried land mines every few feet to deter refugees, eliciting irony from Austrian officials amid ongoing peace talks.
A fragment notes potential enforcement of a Communist decree and mentions examination and violation. No clear names or places are provided. The readable text suggests actions by authorities without specifics.
Muddle of OCR text indicates Hiro Purohaahi set a 400 metre mark in a riming championship, with a claimed time near 4 minutes 8.48 seconds. The official record cited is 4 minutes 8.48 seconds set by Alew thay in Monte Carlo in 1947. Wirahashi allegedly set a world record for 1800 metres in the same context.
In a Vatican address to about 15 000 women at St Peter's Basilica, Pope calls morality essential as youth face rising immodesty, radio influence, and entertainment trends. He warns that rising immorality among youth threatens society and urges personal reform.
The damaged text references a governmental administrator warning about a three ton mine relic near Palestine territory and a bomb alleged to be planted by Jews endangering a church. The chaotic OCR yields unclear details and may mix place names and institutions.
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