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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 01, 1948
Page
1
A fragile 18 hour cease-fire holds in Jaffa and Tel Aviv with fighting expected to resume after the truce. British mediation continues as air power was deployed to enforce the pause while both sides prepare for renewed talks.
A Washington committee approved an immediate expansion plan by a 8 to 4 vote, endorsing a bill to allocate 31 million dollars for upgrades. The House of Representatives backed the measure despite unclear details, with emphasis on immediate action and broader union support noted in the session.
Fragments describe Burke widow reacting to the death of her husband, Lieutenant Burke. She collapsed in the hospital after learning of the loss as onlookers and family stood by in a tense scene.
London reports the posts of Special Commissioner in South East Asia and Governor General of Malaya to be amalgamated from Saturday. Malcolm MacDonald will bear the title of Commissioner General for the United Kingdom in South East Asia.
Ottawa report on Louis St Laurent urging a united Western response to communist aggression. He argued Canada should join allied democratic powers in appropriate collective action within the United Nations to curb the spread of communism at home and abroad.
The United Nations Temporary Commission announced an agenda to hold a general election in Bel, Korma on May 10. The commission notes a reasonably free atmosphere but warns that democratic rights of freedom of speech and assembly are at risk.
The Russian Newsagency reports the appointment of Mr. N Val Litenov as Soviet Minister to Avatralis Avatralia, in line with the Russo Australian agreement. The move follows mutual elevations of diplomatic representation between the two states.
Confused excerpt shows Lord and Baron figures debating patent abuse and corporate suppression of inventions in Britain. References to London and parliamentary discussion hint at calls to curb monopolies and protect innovation, with unclear names and dates.
London hotel to house staff from Australia as service changes proceed. Construction in progress on a Canberra House area site with a shift of services to a new base in the heart of London. The changeover aims for completion by August or September, signaling stronger imperial defence cooperation.
Indonesian delegate Tjow Sik Ten urged the United Nations to investigate alleged Dutch violations of the Henville agreement. He cited reports from Jagjerkarts of a provincial governor's suppression and questioned the plebiscite movement while requesting a formal report on conditions from the Commission of Good Officer in Indonesia.
American player defeats opponent in a tennis match at Madison Square Garden in New York. Jack Kramer nears a victory over Bobby Riggs in a professional tour as rivals struggle amid scattered scores and incomplete results.
President Truman warns Congress against modifying the Reciprocal Trade Act and warns that extending the European recovery program and Marshall Plan aid is crucial. He says Republicans seek a one year extension, risking setbacks to United States foreign policy and European recovery.
General Royall told the Senate Appropriations Committee that an adversary could seize bases in the Azores Newfoundland Greenland Alaska and Iceland for an attack on the United States. He cautioned the nation cannot rely on aircraft alone and must deny enemy bases to conduct any assault.
Sir Leane Morshead and other Australian legal officers attended Anzac Day services at Galt Poll and arrived at Tobruk for unveiling the Australian War Memorial Honour of those killed there. A naval guard of honour will be provided by the British sloop Pencock.
The Communist dominated federation of trade unions announced plans to protest government actions and military threats in Singapore. Delegates criticized the government and vowed to align with the World Federation of Trade Unions for support.
United States contemplates sending further lend lease shipments of guns tanks and planes to Britain France the Netherlands and Luxembourg. President Truman proposed limited lend-lease to all 18 countries in the European defense program.
The Pan American conference ends with plans for the Kinenean State and a new Pan American Union. It envisions a charter establishing legal equality and rights, peaceful dispute resolution, and a council to implement decisions. The group aims for cooperation, condemnation of communism, and eventual United Nations links.
British French and Benelux finance ministers ended two day talks with in principle approval of a proposal for inter European payments within the European Recovery programme. They will meet again in Brussels to prepare a scheme to restore economic equilibrium between Western European nations and strengthen cross border trade.
In Bangkok police efforts to quell a Muslim uprising near the Malay frontier left thirty rebels and six officers dead over two days. Premier Plaintil said authorities intervened during a Muslim ceremony, and thanked Britain for offers to help restore order.
Bay Meadows fans eye Shannon in the Bay Meadows Handicap as a potential strong contender on Saturday amid damp tracks and a forecast of rain. Willie Salter, owner, believes rain may help and that Shannon will run well despite the weather. In unrelated court news, Fidel Harold was sentenced by Judge Markell for fraud after a 12 year stretch in prison.
The Minister for the Interior announced the licencing of Hotel Ainslie next summer. The hotel will operate on a community basis run by a residents committee drawn from Canberra, with current residents moved to elsewhere. A pool may be built on the riverbank by next summer between Motel Ainslie and German House to ease congestion.
Disrupted text recounts Australia's innings ending at 6 for 462 with Bradman out and Hirst bowling. The Worcestershire attack applied pressure as Barker and Miller contributed, while Jackson and Tackwutt faced late bursts. Details fragmentary, but notes Bradman’s early wicket and Miller capitalized after the 400-run mark.
The Canberra University College held its first graduation at Albert Hall with degrees and diplomas awarded by Melbourne University Chancellor Sir Charles Laws. Speakers urged full-time study, planned curricula expansion, and closer ties to Melbourne University while detailing future steps for Canberra’s undergrad status.
A scrambled report notes Cardinal Archimel Pertman and Cardinal Bpéllman visiting Conberro and Sydney. It mentions Monsignor Sheen’s exhortations to Our Lady, the 1017 Lourden apparition, and references to the Christian revolution and faith gifts.
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