Soviet Accepts Invitation to Currency Talks
The Soviet zone states condemn Western currency reforms as harmful to unity. Berlin sees border frictions with Britain suspending interzonal permits and trains to Berlin cut. General Clay limits trains and air supplies, while Russian controls tighten. Four Power talks loom as currency reforms spark price instability.
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Heinrich Rau
R.A.U
English cricket results from London match day report
Essex's Horsfal 113 not out leads one day county action as Glamorgan, Northamptonshire, Middlesex and others post mixed scores. Notable: Langridge 7 for Sussex, Doggart 101 and Insole 55 not out for Cambridge, Dodds 67 for Essex, Harris 110 not out for Nottinghamshire, Gimblett 88 for Gloucestershire, Laveaive 169 for Worcestershire, Crapp 85 for Gloucestershire with Gloucestershire beating Leicestershire.
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Bailey
Wv. Laveaive
Holt
Tito to Sponsor Conference in Belgrade
Marshal Tito notified the United States that he will sponsor the proposed Ten Nation Danube River conference in Belgrade. The gathering will discuss free international navigation of the Danube and marks a shift from earlier reports that Yugoslavia opposed holding it there.
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Belgrade
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Slovak Priests Relieved of Church Duties
Four Slovak priests including the Minister for Health Father Josef Ploshar have been relieved of their church duties for taking part in politics. The suspensions come after a pastoral letter from Archbishop Dr Karel Beran recalling pre election warnings by Czech bishops that priests should not seek political office.
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Josef Ploshar
Reuters
Prague
Karel Beran
Tasman Airways Announces 16 Trans-Tasman Flights
Tasman Airways will operate 16 trans Tasman flights next month with a landplane service added to the existing seaplane service to Auckland New Zealand. The new service expands domestic routes and offers alternative transit options for travelers.
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Tasman Airways
Congress Does Not Ratify Wheat Pact
Washington Tuesday reports indicate the United States failed to ratify the International Wheat Agreement, risking lapse of the pact. Many nations have delayed ratification awaiting U S action though Britain may proceed. The council will meet July 6 to discuss the pact’s future, with hopes dim if U S participation remains absent.
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United States
United Kingdom
International Wheat Council
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Foreign Affairs Committee
Congress
House of Lords Stands on Nationality
In London the Opposition won a 75 to 21 amendment altering the British Nationality Bill to read British subject of the United Kingdom and colonies replacing British citizen of the United Kingdom and colonies. A second defeat 54 to 28 upheld a measure allowing an Eire citizen to be a British subject. Lord Addison urged dropping the amendment as it conflicted with Commonwealth views on citizenship.
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Bromwich Wins In Wimbledon Tennis Singles
John Bromwich used clever placement to defeat J. Van den I Eynde of Belgium 6/2 6/4 8/6 in the opening round at Wimbledon. Other results included Hopman over Young, Sedgman over Sawhney, and numerous first-round losses across a field of international players.
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W. K. Young
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Sweden
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England
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Italy
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A. D. Russell
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V. Vodjcha
A. van Bool
Holland
C. Spychala
Poland
T. Rinkel
R. Guise
F. Puncecelavia
W. Robertson
D. Mitre
Yugoslavia
I. Tilocenyaki
E. Morea
Eated
EF. Mandelbaum
B. C. Misra
M. Szavoert
Malayan Bandits Active Across Federation
Bandits shot dead a Chinese detective at Fusing near Batugajah ten miles from Ipoh and another Chinese bandit group shot a Malay forest officer near Trench fifteen miles from Ipoh. Kuala Lumpur correspondent reports 600 suspected Communists arrested in raids across Federation of Malaya. Night travel dwindles in Perak as Asians and Europeans travel in fast convoys or self arranged car groups.
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Trench
Kuala Lumar
Straits Times
Federation of Malaya
Perak
World Fight to Dominate Over Convention
New York Tuesday reports two major spectacles sharing the spotlight for American viewers. The Republican Convention in Philadelphia and the heavyweight title bout Joe Louis versus Joe Walcott will be televised across seven cities. Both fighters are said to be in top form and confident of victory as media plans promise no breaks from the convention coverage.
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Joe Walcott
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Walcott
Gus Lesnevich
European Communist Activity Reported Movements Spark Cominform Speculation
In the past 48 hours observers note movements of leading European Communists. Reports suggest a Cominform meeting may be underway or completed. Soviet delegate General Zhdanov reportedly left Moscow or Prague last week, with Yugoslav delegates Kardelj and Djilas also said to be at large. French Common leader Duclos and Hungarian Frakas allegedly departed for unknown destinations.
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Prague
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French Cabinet Plans Wage Freeze and Coal Price Talks
Paris reports the French Cabinet will maintain wage controls and seek US agreement on measures to keep coal prices steady. The move follows Marshall Plan imports remaining at roughly current levels to support French industry amid broader economic strains.
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Paris
United States
Unc Administration Returning to Us
Cairo dispatch reports Harold Evans, designated head of Jerusalem Municipal Commission for the United Nations, returning to the United States after stating no stay could serve his duties in Jerusalem. The note underscores UN administration shifts amid ongoing Middle East tensions.
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Harold Evans
United Nations
Jerusalem
Pas
Eire and Britain to sign broad trade pact in London
Reuters reports a comprehensive trade agreement between Great Britain and Eire to be signed in London. The deal would double exports of fat cattle to Britain from 50,000 to 100,000 annually within two years and raise store cattle shipments from 400,000 to 800,000.
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Reuters
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Steel control act authorizes unlimited steel for defense makers
In a sweeping move, Congress empowered President Truman to direct the steel industry to allocate unlimited supplies to manufacturers with defense contracts, reimposing wartime controls in what is described as one of the most far-reaching economic actions of a peace-time year.
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Tues
Gress
Truman
Die Tran Valer reports Nationalist Party news
The article from Die Tran valer, the nationalist party newspaper, outlines recent political moves and statements. It covers party positions, leadership remarks, and potential policy shifts affecting the public landscape.
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Die Tranvaler
Republicans Open Conference With Blaring Bands
Reported dispatch describes Republican National Convention activity as front runners Dewey Taft and Stassen favored to win initial ballot while outsiders gain consideration. Mrs Clare Luce Booth attacks New Deal and Truman. party chairman predicts Republican victory and flags Communism as a key issue amid crowded hall noise and campaign swag.
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Truman
Democratic Party
Diehard
Sheffield Match Ends In A Draw At Lord's
Australia and Yorkshire battled to a draw with Bradman declaring at 5 285 in the first innings and Brown reaching a century. Yardley, Harvey and Halliday made notable contributions as century partnerships and fellow bowlers struggled to force a result before rain and late declarations ended play.
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States fix d for price and la sales controls
The committee to coordinate price controls across states will be advised by Commonwealth price experts and operate from Canberra to regulate state price records. State premiers debate timing and scope while preparing to fix maximum prices for goods, with wheat and other commodities targeted for stability, as they align with federal controls.
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Cabberta
Greek treason sentence shocks readers at trial
A Greek man was sentenced on treason charges after a trial that linked him to a network aiding communists. Prosecutors described his role as involving naval targets and support for enemy actions. The court imposed lengthy terms including decades in prison.
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Mit Yester
Geek
Navy Oorane
Reuters
Oma
Otheet
Pexty
Yetre
Werk Agguittel
Denial of American Policy Amid Anti-American Protests
A Mr. William Sonia and General MacArthur figure in a disputed note denying U S policy toward militarized Japan. The 1600 word message was sent to Mr. John bot, U S Consul in Shanghai, amid anti-American demonstrations in China. Mr Sebald dismissed student charges as absurd fabrications.
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William Sonia
MacArthur
Japan
John
Bot
U.S
Shanghai
China
Sebald
New Zealand Premier backs early empire talks
Wellington reports Prime Minister Chae Winn suggests a Commonwealth conference to discuss avoiding war. He notes past allies once free, now seeking a method to prevent conflict.
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Chae Winn
Aden
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