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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 04, 1949

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Western powers near break with Berlin by Tuesday

A Paris report summarizes growing Western demand for a German withdrawal and a diplomatic plan to end occupation. It notes bilaterally coordinated talks among BF, the West, and Soviet officials, with expectations of a peace settlement before broad negotiations.

Berlin Paris Amerifan Sens Deuaup Alexander Cadogan Wutiaras Mali Malik Mai Ana Police Freeduit Partige Haat Germany Anya Beton Aye Wentens

British Authorities Refuse Exit for Party Chairman

British authorities in Germany refuse an exit visa for Max Heimann, chairman of the Western party, to travel from Berlin to Copenhagen via Cayjorio. A three months gaol sentence imposed by Briton Mills last February was suspended to permit attending the Bonn Parliamentary Council, but Parliament council work ends new orders require return to prison.

Berlin Germany Max Heimann Cay Jorio Copenhagen Mills Alport Bonn Prlann

US to Negotiate With Britain Over Bahamas Missiles

US officials on Tuesday discussed a plan to obtain permission from Britain to fire nuclear missiles across the Bahamas in future weapons tests. The Senate Armed Services Committee was told that talks began after approval by key lawmakers and that the plan centers on a 200 million dollar launch facility.

Britain Bahamas Washington United States Senate Armed Services United Men

Allied purpose in Japan partly fulfilled says Tokyo

The Tokyo dispatch notes Allied aims in Japan are partly met with occupation forces to remain though no large invasion remains. It reports doubts about UK plans to reduce occupation and mentions moves to dismantle a Japanese industrial monopoly.

Japan

Africa pact tour opens with Northern Territories trade drive

Fassia South Africa's Ambamandor Yx traentinasy Mr Charla Ti leads a tour through the Northern Territories to secure an African pact and roundwork funding. He plans subsequent visits to Raxypt Teal and Portugal, outlining future trade aims and regional outreach.

Pretoria Fassia South Africa Ambamandor Charla Ti Water Portugal

Communism a Challenge to Christianity in Europe

A sermon at Vaull Cathedral cites communism as a rival to Christian faith, noting widespread conflict over Western influence and the struggle for dominance. The Archbishop laments invasions of tradition and the rise of communist power, urging acceptance of faith amid these tensions.

London Why Vaull Europe

Spain Seeks U S Loan Amid Negotiations

Spain began talks for an American loan as objections to aid from the Import-Export Bank eased after a month. Madrid offered unclear reasons for the shift while sources in Paris Brussels and Madrid noted ongoing pressure and discussions among foreign relations circles.

Muslana Powerk Neti Deri Abend Miniauie Eta Courcilets Spain Madrid

British doctors worry as smallpox cases rise in London

In London, doctors express concern over smallpox after recent Amalipox deaths and transmission among travelers. The Medical Prevoc issued warnings and debated abolition of compulsory vaccinations under the National Health Service Act. Sir Johnelyn Larcas to address Health in Commons on preventive measures for Amalipox spread.

London Bool Tan National Health Service Act Tae Journal Ahi Werived Kuntralla Te Anid Colonie Bombay Jonelyn Larcas Hous of Commons

Critical of Nationalism Confusion in Birmingham Association Speech

A garbled report from London outlines a Birmingham Conservative Association statement by Geoffray Lay and Alan Wietot. It mentions modernization aims, industrial focus, and financial roles shaping the party's position, with unclear further details about the speaker's stance and anticipated actions.

London Geoffray Lay Birmingham Bodailas Alan Wietot Tuk Taailer

Soviet Reaction to North Atlantic Defence Treaty

Soviet reaction to the North Atlantic Defence Treaty is described as creating unease in free West European nations. The text notes Lima’s and Lovett’s statements denying any Soviet aim to subdue allies. It cites Senator Vandenberg supporting that the treaty imposes limited, non-binding obligations and leaves U.S. control over future military actions.

West Europe Shay Aoula Russia Lowert Britain France Bastes Ir Lovett Benator Vandenberg United Slakes Arma Agaimal

Burma and Advilatera Reach Landon Conference Accord

Authoritative sources report Lie Commonwealth Prime Advilatera reached a tentative agreement with IVE Ahandal and other Wealatance 60 at the Landon conference to aid Burma. A simultaneous announcement is expected in Land Dein with details to follow.

Commonwealth Prime Advilatera Burma Land Maracht Sir Mane Minean Conalr Commonwealth Bammadar

Rebels repelled after attack on Burhyese Government force

Centred report states hundreds of rebels attacked a government military trap in Shwebo district near Mindalay. Burmese navy gunboats and aircraft responded, a river convoy near Rangoon and refugee movements are noted as authorities report heavy rebel casualties and successful operations by government forces.

GOON Toenday Pwo Burhyese Shwebo Mindalay Eroone Durmone Navy Apy Bouma Rangoon Delta Moulmein Aree Government Somenunique Tarbdle Olement Patro

Moral crisis confronting civilisation discussed at Labour Studies

The Britian Channel of the Exchequer speaker argued the present crisis is moral, not economic, and warned only a few can enforce ethical rule. He said postwar Britain sustains privilege and inequality, urging humanity to decide rights and wrongs of political and economic order. The Stratford Inter was granted a brief audience with the Pope.

Tion Wtatford Crippa Btapard Gemoe Basia Britain Auafiord Seald Statford

Drafting Of Constitution For Council of Europe

Foreign Ministers from ten European countries began work today in London to draft a constitution for a Council of Europe. The conference aims to lay foundations for Europe's political framework with representatives from member states meeting in Strasbourg in August.

Council of Europe London Brunei Europe Tee Stranbourg

Pope Urges Religious Freedom in German Constitution

In Cologne on Tuesday Catholic authorities report the Pope urged incorporation of guarantees for religious freedom and education into West German constitutional text in a letter to the German cardinalate.

Cologne Thesday

Displaced Jews Leave Germany for Israel or U S

Paris and Tucany report that 10,000 Jews in the American zone of Germany are leaving for Israel or the United States. Former UNRRA head Herbert Lehman cites the exodus as a national memory by year’s end.

Paris Tucany Germany Annonelhyr Herbert Lehman UNRRA Israel United

British policy criticism sparks editorial response

An excerpted Washington Post editorial condemns British policy in Palestine and China. It argues Britain bears responsibility for events and advocates a more conciliatory, friendly approach toward nonaligned nations amid tensions with the Chinese government and regional conflicts.

Washington Post Garand Communniet Chine Ink Goavernment Britain Wangie Newey Palestine

U.S. Neutrality Acts Supplanted by Atlantic Treaty View

Washington observers contend the Neutrality Acts are replaced by the North Atlantic Treaty, stressing solidarity and one for all in the Atlantic defense. Acheson and Bovett debate presidential war powers versus Congressional authority, with caution on unilateral action.

U.S LDR Tuma Washington United States U's Atlantic

Woman Chief Shareholder to Back New Daily Paper

Annie McCormick Blaine of Chicago to be major shareholder in the Compass a new morning daily to appear within two to three weeks. Todd Shackrey former New York publisher now fronts the venture after a split over editorial direction and funding choices.

NEW Daily Paper Annie McCormick Blaine Chicago Compass Todd. Shackrey New York

Chinese Reds Heavy Artillery in Forward March

A disjointed wartime dispatch describes Chinese Reds advancing with heavy artillery. Report cites actions near Nanking and Shanghai, with references to Dutch and European forces awaiting events. Broadcasts from London and Jackson spread alarm as cities mobilize, while forces seek pacific contact and potential ceasefire talks.

British and Western Union naval drills outline joint exercises

A fragment describes plans for a Western Union naval exercise on a Tuesday involving ships from the British fleet and other Western Union units. It notes prior weeks of independent exercises and a planned meeting to coordinate tactics and maneuvers among the participating ships.

Uobpon Plana Wester Union

Communist Threat Sparks Protests in Americas Broadcasts

Fragmented report notes protests to an international broadcasting union against communism. Names and details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the piece suggests anti-communist sentiment and political tension across nations with references to New Remland and New Bealand Industrial. The wording remains garbled but centers on anti communist action and media.

Princess Margaret Ends Capri Visit Amid Missed Dancer

Princess Margaret wraps five day Capri stay with sunbathing and a request to meet dancer Camelia. She departs from Capri by sea for Barento, after expressing regret at not seeing Camelia’s troupe during the visit.

Capri Margaret Pemsani Camelina Damounsad Aguntala Nina Tiberias Palace Cailing Sapien Camelia Lee

Dura Triblesmen Fared to Sell Clephants in Calcutta Tale

In Calcutta on Tuesday a North Harmese tribe man returned home with a tale of traders offering three elephants for cigarettes. The Lede merchants could not meet the matchiring requirement due to a shortage of stocks on Stilwell Road to Lado.

Calcutta Harmese Trbesmany Dineyr Stilwell Road Lado Anim

General Assembly Concerned Over Hungary

A United Nations like note from New York reports the General Assembly voicing deep concern over Hungarys security and human rights situation. The resolution urges that peace treaty commitments be applied to ensure protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms.

General Assembly Hungary New York Tursday Securitons Amana Saingary Geri Ion Enue Weadows Tengen

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