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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 02, 1949
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR reports Princess Margaret visiting Capri with a Royal party, amid paparazzi and hotel sightings. The piece notes crowds, security, and speculation on potential future engagements with Prince Charles amid European tour chatter.
A brief item notes a freight liner sank in Rio Harbour with sparse, unreadable OCR text. The passage contains mixed fragments and no clear names or dates.
A fragmented, garbled report from London cites Dr. Jewett Johnson of Canterbury remarking on America’s desire for knowledge. It notes Americans long for learning, oppose war, and view conflict as profitable, warning against uprooting forces amid turmoil and trade concerns.
Fragmented OCR text recalls Dutch control of a main town and surrounding area in a colonial territory. It mentions population fears, threats, and varied medical provisions, with unclear figures and damaged wording. Names, dates, and places are not reliably readable.
The fragment mentions Dust' Hangar and the Wet comet with reference to WW Abele in an official SNES context. Details are unclear due to broken text.
New York reports the president of the General Assembly Dr Evatt expects an early lifting of the Berlin blockade. German circles in touch with the Soviet administration indicate progress toward removing the restriction, with Western powers pressing for agreed conditions and a date for a meeting of foreign ministers.
In Moscow at Lenin Mausoleum crowds hear Marshal Stalin condemn aggression as the United States faces renewed tensions. The Order of the Day blames ruling circles in America for aiming a new war, claiming the Imperial Pact advocates an aggressive policy. The speech underscores Soviet fears of imperial aggression and calls for unity among the people's democracies.
Britain has learned that no shortcut exists for effort and discipline. The Chancellor Cripps told reporters that reliance on quick fixes or magic formulas cannot replace steady work and steadfast ruling.
In a distorted London report, the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster criticizes allocations calling for more investment at home and less in distant regions. He warns that future development hinges on migrants and evolving policy pressures.
Seoul reports President Syngman Rhee calls for a defence pact with the United States and an arms program to assure South Korea's security. emphasis on strengthening regional defense against threats.
United Nations General Assembly debate reveals deep concern over trials in Hungary and Bulgaria for alleged suppression by the regime. Mindasenty urges adherence to human rights and peace, while others call for independent inquiry into abuses and the war’s political motives.
An unclear Reuters report from late news quotes C H Dennis denying that Huks had massacred Mrs. Qe Saas Soot Be 4 ee. The brief statement asserts no mass violence linked to the named individuals and emphasizes absence of conclusive evidence.
General Chan Ta-Cheng announced the Woosung garrisons are pursuing a policy of peace despite ongoing conflict. He urged restraint and indicated readiness to respond to developments, while noting military dispositions and potential outcomes as reports trickle in from frontier areas.
Fragmentary report describes Kiowaliat tarvemport and rail movements near Bhanghal, with Communist protests against strategy and rail operations. It notes widespread price increases for rice, daily necessities, and a surge in savings, along with imported cigarettes priced at high gold units.
A damaged report details a fire aboard a fishing launch near a harbor. Crewman Treanor was burned and evacuated to St. Vincent for severe injuries. The boat’s remains were recovered. water police investigated the incident.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate plans to dissolve Pacific air forces while leaving a central pact force. Mentions transferring units from Hawaii to compel bearing, with unclear references to corps and numbers amid garbled wording.
Washington officials anticipate only a watered down form of communism in China even if Reds seize power. They doubt the central government will wield strong control, noting the vast, diverse nation would force reliance on Nationalist leaders and regional factions.
Fragmentary text reports Baroda merging with Bombay in a sudden political move. Confused phrasing mentions Baroda State and Sambay or Marode, with unclear motives and names. Contains errors and uncertain dates, but indicates a major merger or alliance unfolding.
A dated discussion notes weekly family food allocations set at 17/6 with comparisons to past policies. It argues prices now hide real costs as food aid rises while old free competition and removal of controls are urged by Mr Attise.
Britain advances in the Davis Cup with a 3 0 win over Portugal in Lisbon. The second round pits Britain against Czechoslovakia as the European ties continue. France, Denmark, South Africa, and the Netherlands are also listed among early results.
Canton reports government aims to defend Shanghai as Nationalist forces concentrate near Mankow and Raganat Wong posite defenses. Central defense minister Minuter for National Defence pledges to retain Western powers’ support as Communist links are feared to attack Nandanz and Kiangi-Chakiang area along the Chien Tong River.
Australians Bunney Warhuret McGregor lead a mixed team round at Ntrine defeating opponents from Orange Free State Basutoland and Antigua. Notable results include Austs Warhuret and McGregor beating Du Tott and Loubecher 6 0 7 0, and another Aust pair defeating Maainar and Mundell.
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