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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 10, 1948

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Truce terms rejected spark renewed Middle East tensions

Amid warnings from the Security Council and mediator, Arab and Jewish factions clash as ceasefire terms are rejected. reports from Amman and Jerusalem describe Arab Legion actions, renewed fighting near Tel Aviv, casualties at Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and international calls for a ceasefire zone to protect civilians and institutions including the university and hospital.

Jerusalem Tel Avi Matoda Christ Church of the Moly Jarsiaaiam Security Council Fin Vatican Holy Ae Telos Malki Tulkarem Barnaris Ewan Torgon Kater Pras Jewa Sini

Soviet reduction of reparations reported by AP

The American Associated Press reports Russia reduced reparations by 30 percent and approved a setnes after a decision. The figure cited by the AP suggests a total around 7 million, with details unclear due to garbled source text.

Buchareat Wedoostay Tete Russia Tom Hungarian Cequet

Tasman Bliding-boats to Resume

Tasman blading boats are expected to resume operations next week as airworthiness investigations near completion. Civil Aviation authorities anticipate returning a number of aircraft after review.

Tasman Blying

Proposed Terms for Cease-Fire in Palestine

London reports a proposed four week cease-fire framework mediated by Count Bermadotta. The plan bans military arms into Arab states or Palestine, screens immigration for military age, restricts war materiel, and places monitoring and relief under international oversight, with penalties for violations and no escalation during the truce.

London New, York Membure Csiro Berns Niwea Warve Paiagdine France Belgium Obeervera Fem Uaalen Bermadotta UNO Prieatior Palestine Bruce Ahips Jerusalem Jala

Farm Study Group Visits Agriculture Station in Beltoille

A farm study party from N.G.W. visited the Department of Agriculture's Beltoille experimental station. Guides W. H. Bruce and M. F. Bly discussed farming practices. The party plans to depart for Long Island by the Queen Elizabeth next Wednesday.

Washington N.G.W Department of Agriculture W. H. Bruce M F

Senate Extends Foreign Trade Agreement One Year

Washington reports the Senate Finance Committee approved a one year extension of the Trade Agreements Act by eight votes. The panel backed a modest revision, rejected a House provision allowing veto power, and endorsed the Tariff Commission’s recommendations while omitting the President’s broader authority.

Washington, Wed Senate Finance Committee House of Representatives Senate Varderbach Congraas Laritt House

Prague Leadership Change Rumors Emerge

Reported sources indicate Joliwald may succeed Dr. Benes as President in Prague with Anto nin Za named as deputy premier. Cor respondent notes possible new Routers and political reshuffles amid uncertain dates.

Prague Wedindnday Joliwald Dr. Benes Enya Routers Antonin Za

Two Killed In Air Crash Near Burnie Tasmania

Two men died when a Tiger Mott aircraft slammed into a hill near Burnie Tasmania while attempting a landing in mist. Victims were Colin James Cornish 26 of Moonah Hobart and David O’Brien 18 of Moonside. The Southern Tasmanian Flying Club Avro clau plane belonged to the club and crashed after the sudden approach. Both men were killed instantly.

Bimnte Nmake Tiana Burnie Colin Dames Ormish Moon Hobart David O'Brien Ioonand Foye Avro Clu Ota Denee O'Brien

America Orders Closing of Berlin Trade Union Office

Berlin reports that the American Military Government in Brlin has ordered the closure of all district offices of the German Trade Union in the American sector. Reuters dispatch says a repatriation train loaded with German civilians departed on the 16th.

America Berlin Brin Hee Com Anya Reuters

Dominican official declines duel out of respect

Ambassador Rodelenes states he cannot duel due to respect for Denading nwa, with Tecart and Cawal General of the Dominican Republic noting the stance. The unnamed source mentions Dr. Juan Carlos Rod waiting and references soba file and a sectioned note.

Steawa Juan Carlos Rod Wating Soba Tecart Cawal Dominican Republic Rodelenes Denading Nwa

Czech Premier Signs New Constitution Amid Turmoil

A fragmented report notes Czech Premier signs a new constitution amid opposition from Consitat President Bene and other leaders. The piece mentions Rome discussions, consultations, and a diplomat’s reason for a return visit, with unclear spellings and names blurred.

Malan Government May Hold General Election Soon

London correspondent for The Times reports that the Malan government intends to call another general election in about a year, according to the Johannesburg bureau.

London Weidnseday Johannesburg Times 1¢E Malan

US House Appropriations Committee Plans Atomic Material Drive

The House Appropriations Committee approved a 400 million dollar five year program to boost production of fissionable materials and atomic bombs. The plan also authorizes a 104 million dollar merchant marine strengthening program and 4 million in shipbuilding funds previously approved but unused. The Senate debated wartime draft and aliens serving in the armed forces with citizenship prospects and peacetime limits.

Washington House Appropriation Committee Seartline Commanion Senate House of Representatives Mayne Mores

Leper Denied Visa to Enter United States

A reported case describes a leper denied a visa to enter the United States. The source text repeats the incident and mentions parallel notes about a Montgomer receipt benefit and a reference to Garten Societies.

Leper United States

British Pacific Fleet HQ to move from Hongkong to Singapore

Reported plan notes the Royal Navy Far East headquarters shifting from Hongkong to Singapore. Known prewar as the Ching station, the base has served as a key command center in the region for many years.

Singapore Wadonsday Hongkong Witarapore Ching Station Ue Royal Navy Far East

Communist Army Routed In South West Honan Front

Nanking dispatches report 8,000 Communist troops in South West Honan routed on three fronts by Nationalist forces. Nationalists claim decisive gains pushing toward the Teno corridor and near Yantung. Reports describe advances at several fronts and continued progress in the campaign.

Honan Nanking China Honan Pattie Yantung

Australian Embassy Plans Cuts in United States

Washington report states the Commonwealth will cut official expenditure by consolidating offices in Soligreen and Washington. A chancery move to Embassy real within weeks, staff reduced by 20 this year, and several activities ended. Chancery building to be let when a tenant is found, with further staff reductions anticipated.

Washington The Commonwealth Soligreen Avanf Im Ann Numranan Ambasmecor Norman Makin Me Beay Real Lence Charact Wea Chancary Whiiten Australia Mazinaid Te Iranetes Bredgve Trade Commission Era’ Barvicen London Eibsang Cee R. Cheedie Aumynna

Turkish cabinet resigns as president asks PM to form new government

The Turkish cabinet has resigned and President InanU has asked Prime Minister Baku to form a new government.

Ankara Inanu Baku Dew

U S Ambassador Disapproves Cut in Aid for Europe

Paris report says Averell Harriman, ambassador for the European Recovery Programme, told reporters he disapproved of a 25 percent cut proposed to European recovery appropriations. He denied suggesting the program would require major adjustments.

U.S Europe Paris America Averill Harriman Houtere

French Approval of Plans for Western Germany

A French Cabinet spokesman said the government approves the London six power agreement on Western Germany after deliberations. The French Parliament faced a divisive debate following tax code provisions, with opposition from de Gaulle’s bloc and French communist factions seen as likely. Düsseldorf sources noted Western German leaders and British and American governors would meet next week to discuss the new government and representation.

Paris Germany Raue Schuman de Geuilistx He Adda Dusseldorf Worth Raine West Phalie Karl Prudld Lacuss

Cardinal Talks With Emperor About Conversion

Cardinal Spelingen denied reports after a call with Emperor Hirohito stating the discussion did not cover Futohito's conversion. The Cardinal added that no such topic was raised or discussed in the talks.

Tokyo Hirohito Spelingen

Indonesia Consideration Deferred by UW Vote Split

The UM.G. meeting in New York reported a six to five vote postponing consideration of Indonesia’s application for parochial membership. Britain, Netherlands, United States, France, Philippines and New Zealand supported postponement. India, Pakistan, Australia, Russia and Burma opposed. China and Siam remained neutral.

York Um.g. Reasonle Asi Far East Britain Netherlands United States France Philippines New Zealand India Pakistan Aun Rails Ruasia Burma Chine Siam

No Foreign Influence On India Declares Governor General

Calcutta Web. V W India asserts it will sever ties with Britain only by its own will not due to any foreign power. Chaksavarti Rajesepela chairi, successor to Mountbatten as Governor General on June 21, states India would act in its own mature judgment if it ever chose to leave the Commonwealth.

Calcutta India Britain Chaksavarti Rajesepelachari Lord Mountbatten Flo Commonwealth LE India Briain

Joint Wool Sales London Weaneeda Organises Wool Prices

The Joint Organisation of wool producers reports Australian New Zealand South African and British government approval for next season wool prices. At a London meeting it was revealed floor prices guide sales with current season prices up to 120 percent above reserve. The group bought little of the season’s wool, yet still resold within the United Kingdom, contributing to the rising market.

London Weaneeda Woolaponala United Kingdom

Plan to Bring 400 British Ex-Servicemen to Australia

The Victorian paper reports the Commonwealth plans to admit over 400 British ex-servicemen under assisted passage, with state president Mr Hollaway noting branches urged by late 1946 to promote at least one British ex-serviceman per branch. The article cites rising migrant interest, many married and seeking housing, and calls for tripling migrant numbers.

Australia Commonwealth Hollaway Leryn Molland Rhea Denause Witten

RUTHLESS THREATS OVER HOUSE OF LORDS DEBATE

A chaotic Commons threaten to override Lords as a bill aims to centralize power. Lords Ballabory and others clash over whether a Commons majority should dictate policy, while debates hint at a long, contested transition to central governance. The discussion touches immigration rules and democratic safeguards amid party divisions.

Alnglt Enunier Barton Eciahan Lanour Party Messi

Russia to Have Own Marshall Plan Editorial Hints

A Moscow editorial suggests Russia should offer a Soviet version of a Marshall Plan. It argues the Soviet Union is now in alliance with countries maintaining friendly relations and could pursue economic growth with such cooperation. The piece hints at readiness to expand economic ties beyond current partners.

Moscow Tavestin Russia Soviet Union Incroeas Economia Aia Ter Maper

Shannon Completes Ride Setup For Gold Cup Entry

Jockey Jenny Kaat will ride Shannon in the 190,090 Gold Cup at Hollywood Park before the 90,000 American Handicap over a mile and one eighth on July 6. Walter stated plans ahead of the Bold Cup as Shan non aims for a strong campaign with international contenders.

Angeles Sterne Jenny Kaate Jenny Shannon Giorgs Moore Hollywood Park Walter Bhannn

Jockey Moore Not Ward Leads In Golf

London report shows Nida with 13, nine strokes behind C. H. Ward at a Yorkshire golf tournament. Ward's 8 stop is noted as a course record. Ward and another favored competitor appear in the final rounds.

Moore Ward London Orman You Nida C.H. Ward Siler Yorkshire “Evening News Leeds Hie Chan Wales

English Cricket Roundup Amid Turbulent Scores and Declared Results

In London news Hampshire bowler Waey aged 1 4/30 led a shaky innings as Surrey posted 488 and 4/36 before Be vex 271 ended 4/381. Dodde claimed 14 and Hornfall 126. Notable tall wickets featured Alamoran 484 beating Kent. Tarapanire 289 and 167 helped Hampshire over Gloucestershire, who fell 430 runs short.

London Hampshire Waey Sinuoprcranive Yenirsay Dodda Hinge Apainal Alge Wee Ewe Surrey Bevex Whinninge Jane Tarapanire Horman Sono Barnett Gloucestershire Bal Iway

Murder of Malayan station manager shocks region

Aap Reuters reports in Singapore that Du kin Rameden, managing director of Galeton Fatal n Wollenly Provnce in North West Malaya, was found murdered. Police say the assailant used his own gun as Rameden walked, with no known link to recent political killings.

AAP Reuters Kingapore Duhin Rameden Galeton N Wollenly Prnvince North West Malaya M Aon Bir John Rameden Tn “Ntain Polton Ramey Gus Alaing

Soviet to Cut Forces in Korea Reported by North Korea Run State Media

Pyeongyang based outlet reports the Soviet Army in North Korea to be reduced from about 40,000 to a lower level while asserting the move aims to mislead the United States. Observers doubt Moscow will withdraw, suggesting Russians would keep influence through the People’s Army and Communist bloc control.

Reuters Seoul Pyeongyang Aus Dia North Korea Korotovic Kuwais Serupatin Sey Ruacians Ileas Sorin Koces People's Army

Hungary Refuses Greek Request On Abducted Children

London dispatch reports Hungary will not return Greek children abducted by guerrillas. Hungary says evacuees were not torn from their parents as claimed, citing ongoing military operations and refusal to comply with Greece’s plea.

Hungary London Wednesda Mongsry Si3.5 Greerr

WEW Cricket Rule In Tied Games

London Wednesday reports a letter from Wesnenday Cricket Club outlining the WEW rule for tied matches. The MCC decision confirms the rule that when scores are level after both sides have batted, each side will score six points, regardless of unfinished innings or extra balls.

London Wesnenday. Co Bait Werr MLES MCC Ling Tiel

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