Canberra prepares for Chifley funeral crowds fill city
Canberra readies for the funeral of former prime minister Ben Chifley with thousands expected to line the streets. A state guard of honour will accompany the coffin from Carriage to the Cathedral of St Michael and St John where the service will be held on Sunday. City accommodation is fully booked as crowds gather ahead of the official ceremonies headed by government and railway workers.
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Chiey
Cathedral of St. Michael and St. John
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Bunay
Touching Scenes as Canberra Honors Mr Chifley
A vast cortege stretching nearly a mile followed the late Mr Chifley’s body from Parliament to Fairballyn. Diplomats and Parliament members led a solemn memorial as wreaths were laid and a guard of honour saluted the coffin. The RCAF provided a moving transport and the procession proceeded to the airport for flyover honors.
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Rodgers
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Cary
Mus F. Oxmnelly
Cnifey
Requiem Mass for late J B Chifley at St Christopher’s
Crowded Canberra church holds Requiem Mass for Mr J B Chifley with local and visiting dignitaries present. The ceremony led by Rev Father S O Beane with music by St Christopher’s choir under Mr A C Melichar. state funeral planned with lying in state at Cathedral and burial in Catholic section of Anthonene cemetery scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
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House of Representatives
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Commonwealth Gasetty
Chyney
Anthuene
Winimey
Uinday
United States Opposed to Korea Cease Fire Talks
U S officials reportedly resist seeking a cease-fire in Korea with Chinese Communists, allowing talks only if the Communists initiate. State Department argues China’s military capabilities must be reduced first, and any new proposal requires favorable response from Peking. References to a possible revival of a 16 nation appeal and past delays under MacArthur are noted. Also reports the Royal Tour Ship Gerhard returning to Britain three days ahead of schedule from Wellington.
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Korea
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Wellington
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Britain
Neering
Submarine Affray Mystery Deepens in English Channel Hull Undamaged
Lowdon Friday report states the sunken submarine Affray shows no exterior damage after locating yesterday about 250 feet down in the English Channel. Five men aboard reportedly did not use escape hatches as the vessel failed, prompting experts to wonder if all on board died simultaneously. Divers and salvage teams continued repairs and assessments, with Admiralty officials planning further inquiries into the wreck’s depth, position, and cause of loss.
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English Channel
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Saal
Raghsh Chennal
Admiralty
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Cruce
Ray Savy
House of Commons
Admiralty Inn
Truman warns inflation peril in national broadcast
President Truman warned Americans of a grave inflation peril in a broadcast citing defense costs and wage controls. He said the US economy risks a runaway rise in prices without strict measures and warned that inflation could worsen this year as military spending remains high.
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Big Four in Paris Move on Japan Treaty Crisis
A London note from Britain to the Soviet and other powers outlines a provisional agreement between the United States and United Kingdom on a draft Japan peace treaty. British and US diplomats seek wide consultation, with China and the Soviet Union urged to join, while ensuring Japan’s terms are agreed before broader signatures.
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Monga
Ne Reviet Union
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Communiique
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Taiyou
Woman MP Faces High Treason Charge Rumor
London papers report a heated Commons debate over Monica Felten a 44 year old novelist and Labour member accused by conservatives of possible high treason. The Attorney General and Prime Minister responses are noted as the press traces Felten s alleged involvement with anti American and anti British statements.
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House of Commons
Mra
Monica Felten
Labour Party
MacArthur Not Consulted On Entry In Korea
Washington reports former Defence Secretary Louis Johnson testified before a Senate investigation that General MacArthur was not consulted before the United States decided to intervene in Korea. Johnson said the White House decision was made at a top meeting and that American troops were not warned in advance.
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Korea
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Senate
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Tokyo
Meat Industry Strike Hits Queens Meat Plants
Workers from the meat industry walk out in a 11 hour strike in Queens joining an organized job action. The union reports about 4000 workers left their posts threatening production while negotiations continued with union officials and plant management.
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Reds Resist to Save Supplies in Iron Triangle
Soviet and allied forces clash in Central Kotes as Reds resist to preserve supply lines. In Gentral Kote and the Eastern front, Allied units press a drive with heavy bombardment, aiming to disrupt enemy concentrations and slow their advance. Canadian, American, and Belorussian navies continue operations south of Chinnampa, claiming hundreds of enemy casualties.
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Animale
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Atnual Sen
Whole Family of Atomic Bombs Mentioned by Baldwin
New York analyst Hanson Baldwin says the United States and Soviet Union possess a whole family of atomic bombs. He notes varying explosive power with yields from roughly 9,000 to over 120,000 tons of TNT and discusses their potential military use and strategic implications.
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Windwell and Greene Tie The Knot At Patrick's Church
Local notices report the marriage of Windwell and Greene at Patrick's Church with Margaret Robitean of Beinbane in attendance. The ceremony took place eight rounds after the event, with family and friends gathered by the river.
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Oe Patrick's Church
Teaight
Margaret Robitean
Beinbane
Ryde Nes
Jontnetyt
Rivera
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