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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 12, 1949

Page

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Nationalists Win in Cape Elections in South Africa

In Cape constituencies the Nationalist Party gains an overall Union majority amid shifting supports. The result shows Nationalists ahead in key regions with independents failing to consolidate in several districts. The report notes strong Nationalist performance in Rexy constituencies and broader regional trend across the Union.

Johannesburg Union Ware Netionsiists Unites Labour Unie Saloy Free State Smute 9 Cape

Immigration debate over deportation claims and security fears

A parliamentary session centers on deportation claims involving immigrants linked to Australia. Minister Calr and officials dispute a security motive, with references to a security service report and denial of forced removals. The exchange highlights tensions over policy and enforcement.

Minter Calreal Lane Lang Chean Foeie Tet Amtrais Aman Amilons Whriden Ching Culwall Kel Australia Amy

No Protest in Australia to Soviet Embassy

A fragmentary report notes Australian protests regarding the Soviet Embassy. Mentions Mr. Chifley and Sir Robert Menzies as figures, with discussion of citizenship and potential legal action. The text is incomplete and contains garbled OCR.

Australia

Berlin's Blockade Seen as Threat to Peace and U.S. Aims

The text alleges Soviet pressure and deception behind the Berlin blockade, arguing it endangers peace while the West seeks to maintain unity and deter aggression. It cites U.S. resolve to avoid war and to protect rights and principles, while monitoring Soviet moves and intelligence aims.

Berlin Barlin Europe America Eau Rte Artivitine Condietona Redaral Thramta Rusia Royall Weld Maine U —Ee

London Officials Probe Unlawful Currency Borrowing

Fragmentary OCR story notes Sir Anthony and Prince Mage loft borrowing currency in Paris. Henry Houghty-Tronborne and chamberlain duties referenced. Attempted lawful return and inquiry into misused funds.

London Mney Anthony Jureph Henry Houghty-Tronborne Mage Loft Anthony Pope Magsloft

Expert panel report on sealing offenders in London

A committee appointed by the Bala Minghatrates Ammatiation reports on sealing practices. The expert findings note that the present system may deter offenders, with potential changes planned. The document reflects London authorities evaluating enforcement and talent considerations.

London BALA

General Elections City Referendum Report Fragment

Incomplete OCR text references named individuals K. Robinson and J. Mahon with party labels Cons and Commi and mentions a city. It notes general elections and a tally 16,185 with possible shields and by elect. Details are unclear due to damaged source.

K. Robinson Shields J. Mahon

Argentine Refusal to Pay US Causes Trade Tension

Fragmentary report indicates Argentina plans not to pay the United States amounting to Y50 in local currency. The note suggests a dispute over recent iron purchases and a potential boycott or sanctions. Ambiguity in the translated text limits precise details of the action, parties, or dates.

United States

Power plants to double capacity in ten years

Australia faces a heavy electrical engineering review urging a 4 600 000 kilowatt increase to total 6 600 000 kilowatts over ten years. The Ministry warned domestic demand and overseas markets may strain supply as storage and other factors limit new plant construction.

Toat Bie Foglia

Fragmented overseas crime report misreads Dutch action

A damaged OCR fragment discusses a South Celebes murder claim and a Dutch government report. It references Indonesia and Western reactions, naming no clear dates or verified figures, and remains unclear about authorities or outcomes.

U S Rejects Soviet Teams Entering American Zone

An unclear memo indicates the United States refused Soviet teams access to the American zone in postwar Germany. The fragment hints at a program or restitution context and contains garbled references to divisions or departments, with incomplete agency naming.

Germany Bovit Imprmantativen

Arrest of Rai Bandits After Train Hold Up

Washington Friday reports say Rai bandits who allegedly held up a Penamger train in West Virginia were captured by police after a gun battle. One was shot and critically wounded. Captured were Laman Ramadall, shot below the heart, and George Liewsllye Ashton, 21, seized in a shop near the White House area. Police say Ramadall reached for a weapon and was struck by return fire.

Washington Rumen West Virginia Laman Ramadall George Liewsllye Ashton Sve White House Ramadell Pollo

Yamps Sound Iron Ore Export Blocked by Government

Prime Minister Chifley stated that no ore exports from Yap um were approved and no export agreement was entered. He said a portion of Yamp Mount, operated by Broken Hill Pty on lease, remained under Western Australian government authority and no export arrangement was authorised.

Pottn Oararomment Mr. Chifley Me Catares Howse Chifshee Wte Rin Chifley Webster Vart Yamp Mount Broken Bi Pty

Farael Warned Cease-Fire Order

City council warns near cease fire amid tensions in the Akaie area of Pussstire. Arab Legion forces reportedly reinforce positions as Armenia appears to draw in further. The Fagg vonte Ashe incident is referenced as part of ongoing conflict dynamics.

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Mr Mensies Launches All States Liberalism Tour

The report describes Mr Mensies as planning a nationwide Liberalism tour across Australia during the parliamentary recess. He will visit industrial centers like Lithgow, Bathurst, Orange, and the Aberdeen meat works to spread the gospel of Liberalism to orthodox supporters and the unconverted, highlighting social and industrial conditions and seeking information on grievances.

St Auewellbrook Aberdeen Meat Works Lithgow Bathurst Mme An

Act Violated By Stevedori Report to House

Audit report on Beevedoring Industry Commission for period 1947 to 1948 was rejected for lack of verified figures and unaudited accounts. Auditor-General certificate withheld, yet reports were tabled in Parliament. action noted as noncompliance with the Act and improper procedure.

Uwe Beevedoring Industry Commicon Anat Anandad Cormiasiom Enis

Chinese Premier Selection Faces Hurdle Amid Reforms

In Friday reports Ho Ying Ghin to succeed Dr Sun Yat sen as premier. Expected to return to Nanking from Hangzhou to form his cabinet, while Li Dengren pushes reforms and peace efforts. The Nationalists navigate cabinet choices and policy aims under Li’s presidency.

Ho Ying Ghin Sun Bat Ie Nanking Hangshaw Li Trung Jen

U S Bombers Equipped Atomic Bombs Details

Feeder officials report Washington officials reviewing bomber readiness as a possible move toward arming U S military aircraft with atomic bombs. The article outlines security measures and potential timelines, mentioning U S bombers and preparedness considerations amid ongoing strategic tensions.

BMA Warned Against Delay in Health Scheme

Government officials pressed the British Medical Association to cooperate on a medical benefits scheme. They argued that doctors would not face undue clinical reporting, while BMA leaders warned against delaying patient care and the scheme's rollout. The dispute centered on doctor participation, confidentiality, and the financial burden on patients under new policies.

Redham Calley Stemabema Tripe Aria ACA Paki Plana Ttl Chulley

Mystery Stamp Auction Update with Unclear Details

A garbled OCR note mentions a stamp or stampede event with references to a bid or sale and a sum around 00,000 dollars, but crucial names, dates, and locations are unreadable. The fragment suggests a public or collector auction in progress but lacks concrete identifiers or outcomes.

Earth tremors strike Canberra region and Sydney area

A severe earthquake tremor centered near Dalton in New South Wales rocketed through the state at 8 30 Sydney buildings walls and water tanks were damaged, liquor smashed in hotels, and residents panicked. Reports from Gunning and surrounding towns describe rattling china and furniture, with estimated damage running to thousands. Local authorities urged residents to report tremor details and any aftereffects to Canberra observatories and the Bureau of Mineral Resources for a coordinated survey.

Sydney Dalton Gunning Oncommadivalty Observatory Mil Waa Daiton Canberra Morceu

Minister Warns Against Mob Violence in Bourke Incident

A minister denounces mob violence in Bourke, warning of a potential revival of communist influence. He vows that Labor will oppose unlawful acts by communists or other groups, urging uphold of law and order amid heated excerpts from parliamentary debate.

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