This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 31 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1949
Page
1
In London a group of boys faced violence after an incident described as kissing girls. Witnesses recalled a hostile reaction and denials of wrongdoing, with one boy reportedly wrongly accused. The report notes claims of minor harm and emphasizes the rumor-filled, tense atmosphere surrounding the event.
Reported demands for European aid exceed expectations as Britain seeks about 1,000 million dollars and the United States contemplates 3,700 million in aid. Senate action on the foreign aid bill remains tangled amid budget cuts and committee reviews, delaying decisive funding to support the Mar Plan and regional needs.
Washington reports quote Secretary of State Dean Acheson denying rumors that the United States possessed secret Soviet war plans. The administration stresses that aid programs are initial, not final, and Congress must approve a broader defense strategy to offset Western gaps until NATO is fully prepared.
Bernard Baruch says currencies should find their own level in world markets but argues that Britain’s frozen sterling debts must be canceled to British Commonwealth nations and Egypt before such freedom. He condemned international currency privatizations and barter trade as harmful to national interests.
A stormy scene in Washington centers on President Truman’s aid bill and congressional relations. Debates emphasize party unity and the outline of the Republican opposition as both sides push for and against the measure.
Readable text shows a fragmentary line with ambiguous sequence of letters and numbers. No clear names, places, dates, or events are identifiable from the legible portion. Further context is needed to produce a coherent headline and summary.
The article notes the dissolution of a wool organization in 1950 with references to unnamed groups and participants. It mentions Austrians and others connected to the collapse and hints at ownership and moral topics. The fragmentary text suggests a broader association ending its activities in that year.
New York Governor Dewey laments U S policy toward China arguing the administration has thrown the key to world peace into the Pacific. He questions what is being done about China and criticizes government timidity and muddleheadedness in seeking solutions.
Vatican officials, Thursday, defended the Pope's 92 decree on excommunication, countering a Tuesday editorial in the Observatory Magazine that argued for a softer stance. Communist leaders dismissed the edit as partisan and warned of continued strict discipline within the church.
Fragmented news item describes Soviet officers claiming they escaped a lynching by a Darmane crowd during a tense incident in Berlin. The report is garbled but indicates near-lynching actions and German involvement. Names and precise details are unclear due to damaged text.
Dispatches indicate Australia ready to sell top grade wool to Japan though reporting is fragmented. General MacArthur's HQ noted potential AP request for wool imports with minimal trade restrictions amid wartime controls.
Lord Ammon challenged the House of Lords over a dock strike move. He urged government action to end the dispute while Labour officials blamed the government for the stoppage. The National Dock Labour Board chair warned the country would suffer if the strike continued.
Fragmentary Reuters style notes claim Soviet interest coal themes stirred anger in American camp and that Australian Prime Minister Chifley faced questions about working hours and pay. The readable text is highly garbled with MRI-like OCR errors.
Lester Mthintan, MOP, has been expelled from the British Labour Party. He is described as one of the party's stormiest critics of the government foreign policy, and the move follows intraparty tensions.
Melbourne police used batons as about 500 striking seamen gathered near Parliament House. Demonstrators were moved on with no arrests as police cordons held the line. The protest, tied to government actions affecting the seamen, led to calls for an apology from the Chief Commissioner of Police.
Melbourne reports the government intends action under an act against miners officials who took part in the general strike. The premier notes the aim is not to punish past conduct but to prevent renewed unrest and ensure public order at the Wonthaggi area.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a land dispute scene between Pens and Thureday with unclear details. The text mentions a gun debate and a vague trannotated line about a land boundary. No clear entities or dates emerge to establish a full event.
Fragmented text indicates multiple references to US withdrawal from Japan and General MacArthur authority. Mentions supervision, civilian stalls, and directives in prefectures. Details are unclear, with several garbled terms and names obscured by OCR.
Fragmented OCR text reports General Franco and the North Atlantic Pact amid political tension. It mentions 115,008 political prisoners and a volcanic metaphor about Spain's hate, while noting the armed forces maintenance. A final line references a game result with incomplete names.
A sharp fall in British Government securities is reported with an estimated £150 million loss on securities and about £300 million lost for the week. Market observers note unprecedented declines, with prices slipping and sentiment deteriorating as traders react to the downturn.
A Brisbane woman, living in a nam but in Hong Kong with a teen and young child, faces uncertain options as Australia’s environment policy and family needs collide. Authorities and relatives weigh risks and future plans amid a complex legal and personal journey.
Yugoslavia protested Greece after an air raid on Yugoslav frontier territory in Kotadir. The note claimed casualties and damage, and Greece denied wrongdoing while noting the report.
A dated briefing outlines U S military high command plans for European deployment. It mentions talks with Canadian defense representative Gavin of a military organization and signals a pact signatory state. General Elnehawer is noted as absent, serving as temporary chairman.
Fragmented copy describes a chaotic debate over social policy with garbled references to Australia and nationalization attempts. It suggests public concern about government control over private life and credit systems, noting widespread unease and unclear specifics.
Cabinet discussions in Canberra consider selling part of Australia’s gold reserves and securing a loan on the American market to bolster the empire dollar pool. Officials weigh a dollar expenditure reduction of 2 to 3 percent as feasible, with cautious steps to avoid overburdening the Australian economy while maintaining Britain’s sterling trade.
Holidaymakers flood Broadstairs Kent to greet the Viking invasion as 50 000 visitors expected for the arrival of the Viking tugship Hui. Anglo-Saxon warriors sharpen spears to meet the spectacle. Chieftain Frank Prices and Broadstairs Seiting Choir plan to lead the fore shore landing amid Danish oarmen.
Unclear OCR fragment notes upcoming disclosures involving General MacArthur’s officials, with mention of a start date on August 1. No additional names, places, or actions clear from the text.
The late former captain SRUOUTTR, Tala Amaraath, reportedly died amid ongoing legal proceedings in the High Court against a Mr Beare. Details are scant as officials confirm the death and an inquest is anticipated.
Five thousand spectators gathered as the World Gymnastics Festival opened in Stockton. About twenty thousand visitors from eighteen countries attended, filling the arena despite a chilly Thursday evening.
Workers in a Paris workshop demand overdue wages and protest conditions. They emerge from the workroom at nine, threaten to withhold pay for four days, and cite high living costs as motivation for actions.
In Central India near Indore, a Casawhary boats capsized on the Warhada River. One man survived. several pilgrims are feared dead or missing, with rescuers searching the riverbank and surrounding shallows.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.