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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 26, 1948

Page

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Dewey Gains Nomination Unanimously At Convention

Newsreel style report from Philadelphia notes Governor Dewey securing the Republican nomination with a strong second ballot showing. Taft and Blandon follow, while Warren and Green trail as delegates and absent delegates are listed, with speeches pledging support and calls for unity.

Banaice Taft Dewey Cory Balanes Anee Bene Bor Taft Maraid Blasson Hecaler Vandgenburg Gover ‘Nor Warren Dwignt‘Green BO Driscoll Mato

Unclear tennis results in a jagged report from Anglophone sources

A garbled recap of tennis matches lists players such as Mood Ave, Edgee Sami, Uiana Frankenman, and Harper, with scattered scores and references to opponents including the Philippines and Australia. The fragmentary text mentions doubles pairs and practice notes at Biber, with incomplete line items and misplaced names.

Edgee Sami Uiana Frankenman Far Ainst Philippines Attean Harper Desire Bob Falkenburg Tugoslay Antio Amadean Minterrt Biber Tayley An Bromwich Seas Oakley Bpence Becdnt Kon Mae Bore Hire F.C. Todd Anuer Eros

Wheat agreement may not operate in Washington

An internationally proposed wheat agreement postponed its ratification, cancelling the meeting of preparatory committees in Washington. The Internation Wheat Agreement, begun in 1950, fails to reach ratification, delaying its slated operation.

Washington Internaonal Wiest Council

Jewish family arrives in Sydney after long voyage

A Hungarian Jewish family of eight, Mr and Mrs J Herman Cohen and Jenily, arrived at Mascot airport and walked to Sydney. They observed the Sabbath from Friday dusk to Saturday dusk, delaying signing papers due to Orthodox Jewish restrictions for the Sabbath.

Sydney America Mascot Stra

Coal Expert Joins Australia Mission for Government Study

Jona Bunter, identified as a production director with the National Coal Board, departed for Australia to spend three months gathering data and preparing a technical report for the State Government on coal technology issues.

Australia London Frui Jona Bunter Mational Coal Board Toy All NWF Coalgelde Om Technica

Atten Warns More Troops Drafted Amid Ship Strike

London reports Prime Minister Atten warned additional troops could be drafted if the strike by dockworkers persists. Eight-hour strike committee meeting ends with resolution to continue the work stoppage as 150 ships idle.

London Atten Rarlier Ube Dockn Stries Tas

Draft service proposal limits for 18 year olds in uniform

The notice outlines a plan requiring 18 year olds to serve two months in uniform. It also states graduations cannot start for 80 days, effective September 2. The draft policy targets American youths and prompts cautious action from families and institutions.

Waxhington Friary

Seaforth Troops In Malaya Amid Turbulent Exchange

A fragmented report describes Seaforth troops in Malaya facing intensified pressure. Ambiguous phrases reference military units, local authorities, and political figures, with mentions of Chinens, Gent. Migh Com, and a Malayan political organization. The text reads as an unrest prone briefing with unclear outcomes.

Howe Chinens Mauer

Warsaw Conference Communique Urges German Government Formation

Warsaw reports that the conference communique calls for a formal German peace treaty, withdrawal of occupation troops within a year, and demands that Britain the United States France and Russia meet reparations and obligations to nations harmed by German aggression. It says the communique does not reflect all conference decisions and notes warnings from Moscow and Prague about future sanctions, while mentioning Polish administration of eastern German industry after the war.

Warsaw Ervacn Anern Ingiemd Tie Commounique de Mmana Britain United Diuids Frahte Rama Pikeeton Sd Kacaatins Germany Colinrien Rienia Cieeho Ramany Die Landen Moacow United Btaten London Weston Tangs & Bate Ernest Hamente Clsely Bend

Irgun Rebuffs Israeli Government Demand Amid Arrests

Tel Aviv reports Irgun Zvai Leumi rejects the Israeli government's demand to disband and draft members into the Jewish Army. Commanders say their forces no longer recognize Carson's government and have withdrawn from the alliance. Police in Tel Aviv detained over 60 members including Peter Bergeon. clashes tied to the Altalena incident are noted with arrests in nearby areas.

Tel Aviv Cleely Araeli Irgun Zvai Lauvit Nuw Menahem Beigin Carson Masuvenne Anya Eventera Paeit TF Fm Peter Bergeon Chalmart Hebrew Committee ‘National Liberation te|Argun Arma Anip Altalena Tel Avyie Attar Tegun Larsall Brett Beroundel Fanabram Belgin

Unclear protest scene reported near Palestine hub

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a protest to UN forces in a Palestine area. Mentions observers near Netanya during an incident on June 31 and references to figures and locations such as Sarmadotte and SeyRana Ver amid a war context.

Sarmadotte

Berlin War Log Describes Food Shortages and Diplomatic Strain

Berlin dispatch reports milk and bread deliveries halted in Western sectors as Allied and Soviet actions tense the front. British and American moves prompt countermeasures, while Prime Minister cancels a planned visit and a controversial timetable for a postwar payment plan looms amid ongoing Allied directive friction.

Berlin Marshal Rokolov Altied Councillat Amer Ean Aiden Tle South Alfie Day Berliner

England lose nine for 207 in English innings collapse

England were all out for 207 as Lindwall and Johnston spearheaded Australia's bowling after a brisk stand by comman and Compton. Hutton offered stubborn resistance while Yardley led the home effort with 30 not out. Miller opened the attack and yielded several wary deliveries as Australia chased the total across two sessions.

Socre Endwell Bodger Twiee Hutton Compton Barieh England Lindwall Dowled Pola Barich Naarie Jouniton Morris Barteh Johnston End Trabark Johnston Lagebrvale Wright Tara Mace Chia Cndwall Saltiar'e Hep Enaland Wastorook Mekes Ona Fallon Miler Lind Mradman Miller Aerine Goweety Uoe Maccenal Jeevers Coxon Bradman Badear Mamett Yardley Athler I.b.w Bedser Crown B.w At Johnson Vans Wdrich Badser Tallon Yardiey Etd Yarn Toahack Arnert Laine Mat Noland Wanhirook Landwall Johnson Dollery Lindywall Biller Joanwon Yaritiey Fanchwreth Evand Johnston Coxon Johnson Laler Johnaee Beaser Bundries

English cricketer Cranston leads Lancashire in county match

English cricketer Cranston shows form with both bat and ball as Lancashire post a strong first innings lead against Warwickshire. Wharton adds 150, while Burrey and Ward share notable bowling figures. Worcestershire and other counties face mixed results as several players reach notable scores and wickets are shared in a day of high drama.

London AC Cranston Mason Lancashire Warwickshire Raaterday Sams Wharton Wored F Burrey Winbleck Pafuar Mampstire Whitcombe van Ryne Ward Daford University Wallard Amnex Oaken Worcestershire Dews Jaman Onemman Sin Wic- Y Kent Mourn Todd Whitehead Val Jonting Yorkshire Cranston Beicherd Bollea Warwickanire Notinghamahire Manuet Glamorgan

Radar sets to gauge storm speeds in Commonwealth plan

The Commonwealth Government bought sixteen radar units from Britain for meteorological use. Announced yesterday, the Interior Minister said most equipment would be installed in Australia. Planned sites include Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Hobart and several coastal towns.

Britlan Admiralty Msteorological Austral Tx Bo Sydney Brisbent Glencary Charle Darwi Alice In Springs Adelaide Berth Part Hedland Hobart Norfolk Lord Howe

Empire Must Share Defence Aid Amid War Strain

London reports on a government push to distribute defence aid across the British Commonwealth. The policy aims to balance war potential by sharing heavy industry and aircraft output, ensuring even allocation amid global conflict.

London Lestie Hove Bs Maha British Commonwealth

World Title Fight Postponed After Heavy Storm Breaks

In New York on Friday night the world heavyweight bout between Joe Louis and Jerayson Walcott was postponed for the second time in 48 hours after a heavy storm damaged the arena. Officials announced a new date for tonight as the rearrangement was completed.

New York Tle Butt Joe Louis Jerasyon Walcott

Squeeze Tightens of Verrelas Athens

Fragmentary dispatch describes Greek forces tightening control around Verrelas Athens and surrounding mountains. Mentions six army units, inked pledges, and a plan to mobilize eight tickets for guerrilla troops totaling about seven thousand fighters.

Verrelas Athens Gruramoe Mountains

Tension in Berlin rises over currency reform

Reported cabinet discussions at 10 Downing Street fail to clarify whether a separate Eastern German state will arise from the wartime settlement. Soviet and Allied officials accuse each other of manipulating the postwar order while Berlin endures clashes, with 30,000 residents assembling in the Soviet zone and British troops patrolling frontline barricades.

London Sime Mr Attlee Porwign Blot Brrest Tate Reagan Ube Marbert Morrison Chuter Tater Alexander Igrmans Stara Iy Warsaw Berlin Musaleta Also & Gerfia Alesis Yelizarov Isleevene Allway Cos Wat Chelen Reuters Bilan United Press Caeema Crisond

Soviet actions trigger Western currency crackdown rumors

Fragmented OCR text reports Soviet and British posturing over currency, rail and security measures. It mentions Berlin control, Western currency stamping, and alleged arrests in the Soviet sector. Unclear names and dates render specifics uncertain, but tension between East and West surfaces amid urgent wartime measures.

Soviet Scout Cars in Berlin Train Incident

A heavily guarded Soviet train enters central Berlin with 30 new armored vehicles as American forces report looting and clashes. Officials say troops move back toward the Albanian area amid confusion, with sparse readable details from the fragmented text.

Berlin Wriday

Australia’s Future Lies in British Empire

Australia’s future lies in the British Empire, MP Spencer told Liberal Party delegates. He said Australia can exercise influence in world affairs and should not copy other nations. He argued Australians have a common way of life and that Britain’s prestige shapes global relations.

Australia British Empire Rydney Commonwealth of Nations Spendee Aid Liberal Party Spencer Australie Astitralia Fr Ivatt Chit Jey USA

R S L Opposes Return of Dr Becker

Fragmentary report shows the RSL opposing the return of Dr Becker with references to officials and a court presiding by Str Justice Airdpaon. The text mentions becker being branded for low im ate and includes garbled phrases about Australia and security, with unclear dates or places.

Melaouieie Ion Australia Heine Veith Becker RGL Pedeeul Hirer Amlinotie Leas Jm m Cours Str Justice Airdpaon

Mass feeding of stock begins on North Coast

Mass feeding and management of cattle in the North Coast districts began Sunday. Drovers moved about 2000 head toward high country beyond Canina and West Achmon rivers. Authorities plan further moves as thongs of scree hinder movement in the Richmond District and a main coach route between Corinas and Woude burn remains tramcable across waterlogged areas.

U S CALLS FOR RETURN OF GREEK CHILDREN ART

The United States urges the swift return of Greek children separated from families by force. A formal statement cites findings from allied agencies and notes concern over a carnival event and related tensions across several countries including Hungary and Poland.

U.S Oton Dania Huigutde Ite Manis Hungary Ceschoalovents Poland Steve Grosemany Gow Agensi

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Presid Philadelphia Dewey Wil Cary Werves Warren Tin Genara Reece Frances Boan Genet New ‘York Ausaen Wingindon C. Cleat Mottram Maton Pointe Payed Seaforth Malaya Ruasla Eich Leslie Corsampondent Prague Willie Pulech Thane IRGUN Merkur Stich Amstreile Girattemviege Fridey Alumpa Fumie Aeapatcten R.S.L DR. Becker
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