15 Mar 1948
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1948
Page
1
London reports state the international situation is grim and unpredictable as the British secretary for air warns of severe shortages and potential wartime strains. He emphasizes unity with the Dominions, noting Britain could trigger global consequences if it collapses.
Rome's dispatch reports US Navy officials deem carrierborne jets impractical due to speed and design constraints. Debates focus on deck compatibility and future propulsion, with prospects of Italian or non-cardinal pilots under study.
Police detained six members linked to the United Gel Coast Commando in Accra after riots. The Governor accused the group of inciting violence and warned of curbs on movements. Efforts to quell unrest were stepped up.
Britain faces tight rationing under the new Food Order. Citizens may not legally buy and import NoTout lets on behalf of others, hindering shipments of essential food items from Australia amid shortages.
Charleston report notes former Secretary of State James Byrnes calling for decisive measures against Moscow over threats to Greece Turkey France and Italy. He warns the United States may face international pressure in weeks and urges UN action while clarifying Truman administration stance. Sunday papers reflect rising concern on world affairs as columnists weigh potential responses.
A report completed for the Marshall Aid Conference in Paris warns Europe’s economic situation will worsen as gold and hard currency reserves continue to dwindle. Many countries face large cuts and even pare back purchases of raw materials from the Western Hemisphere, threatening recovery efforts.
Reported moves show Japanese forces retreating in key sectors as towns like Changchun fall to government forces. The broader campaign aims to secure positions along the front with casualties noted on both sides while censorship eases allowing some press coverage of American and Allied actions.
Partial readable text references Sydney events and multiple personal names including Brooklyn Regge Windsor Bride Mt Ahn and Jomnn with scattered phrases like rare The We made the teatest and 3.8. Webb. No clear narrative or dates emerge.
Moscow reports a reply to the Chinese protest concerning an air incident near a naval base. The note states the shooting at two Chinese planes does not originate from the location China indicated, asserting the incident occurred approximately 90 miles from the specified spot.
Cairo reports revised Anglo Transjordan treaty aims for limited military access and frontier governance in Transjordan. Amman to host talks after delegation return. Separately, clashes in southern Palestine include an Arab stronghold attacked by Jewish forces and heavy explosions with casualties and property damage across villages and towns.
A London report states the wholesale committee responded to a government request on controlling prices and profits. It argues wholesale margins are small relative to consumer prices and that wholesalers would contribute little to price reductions.
A fragmentary Hobart notice details damage valued over a large sum and mentions related parties and circumstances. The readable text is garbled, but indicates a significant financial impact and alleged causes linked to unnamed parties.
Port Said Sunday reports an Italian tanker named Olverm catching fire after colliding with the Italian ship Gaeta at the Sage Canal entrance. Twenty nine crew members including the captain were injured. the flat officer was burned to death as rescue efforts continued and fears of explosion kept nearby areas closed.
The Senate passed a foreign aid bill by eight votes, approving Secretary of State Marshall's plan outlined last June at Harvard. The measure, backed by 81 Republicans and Democrats against 18 Republicans and four Democrats, authorizes about 3.3 billion dollars in the first year and now moves to the House where reforms are anticipated to trim the outlay.
Prague protests the United Nations Security Council vote to authorize an investigation into Czechoslovakia events. The government calls the move a provocative gesture and a politically motivated provocation amid tensions with Chile and other states.
The Premier Mr. Playford is expected to agree to a proposal at the conference in Perth. Victorian, Western Australian, Green and Tasmanian premiers were invited but did not attend. Debates focus on intergovernmental relationships and future cooperation.
North-West Airlines reported a Steplane carrying passengers and crew is overdue. Civil Aeronautics authority said wreckage found on Mt Banford Alaska, 00 miles east of Anchorage, with no signs of survivors. Search pilots noted the aircraft struck the mountain at 11 000 feet. The crash involved crew from Texas and California. A Chinese fireman, Yeung Feu, died after collapsing during grid testing.
Funeral held for Masaryk in Prague with police along a 30 mile route from Pantheon Hall to the grave. Masses of mourners, flower offerings, and a funeral cortège accompanied by government leaders including Gottwald and Benes.
Agostini to appeal a deportation order after completing a prison term for the murder of a woman. A writ to be issued this week to challenge the decision by the Minister for Immigration. Agostini remains held at Pentridge Gaol pending deportation.
Report says the misting ketch is safe after a confusing tale about a theft or misuse and a world voyage. Relatives describe a disagreement among crew members, with the Taipan's movements traced from Brisbane before a late February call.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Baltic and German migrants in Australia and Europe, with mentions of grape picking, working hours, and wartime labor. A concrete item references a murder arrest, with a court appearance noted for a named individual and an elderly prisoner.
Fragmentary report notes pressure from Chinese authorities urging government to press for Port Arthur's return from Russian forces. Details are unclear but reference to Nanking and Suny perhaps indicates official dispatches during a period of regional tension.
Severe weather lashed the Sydney region with heavy rains, thunder, and scattered showers across eastern suburbs and the tablelands. Damages estimated at various locations, with flooded streets and confined residents amid ongoing rainfall since early morning. Local authorities reported precipitation across Castlereagh and southern districts, disrupting daily activities.
Fragmentary report notes General Van Pleat saying Britain supplied Vickers machine guns and other arms to Greece. Delivery of Tores Gimetrs pack Howilaers had been passed. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate aid flows from Allied nations to Greece.
Brinckpon reaches top of Football Association Cup for first time and will face Manchester United in the next round. Transfer details suggest a 440 signing fee and commentary on deals from the prior week, with estimated figures around 100,090.
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