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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 10, 1947

Page

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Parliament House protest marks 20th anniversary

A 350 strong Eastlake Works contingent demonstrated before Parliament House to protest hospitalities and conditions in Canberra camps. They demanded ministerial action, alleging poor treatment and lack of adequate meals and utensils, with talks led by Mr Weston and Mr Campbell. The march proceeded from Kingston to Parliament House, drawing police presence and ending with a deputation inside the complex.

Canerm Parliament House Eastlake Canberra Lenmon J. Campbell Kgallnks Flosevear Johnaat Ariel Sa Geist Pertiament House Wee Australie Orfor Oh Wen Rott Ngttan Ard Ausalan En Earvice Or Pty Dattlefields Weston Uma Uae Merch Wal Cumbush Macting Creston Ips J. Largo Fa Caw B Filling V. Kelly Alf Masry Kasnake Mars Ile Harry Johnson Mentbara Nistat Whoeyer St Rastlake Johnson John Cory Mel Savard Campbell Manuka Kingston Iveya Parliarment Steisai Ganaae Parlament

Memorial planned for Normandy invasion victims

The Assembly voted to erect a memorial on the Normandy beaches at Arto to honor those who fell in the invasion. Frida Paraw reports that French memorials honor American British and French forces as crowds recall the unity of the Allied armies.

Paris Frida Paraw Writiuy Normandy Arto Frances Shevarake Wee Tay Ord Europe

Reconstruction and Japan in postwar policy debates

Fragmentary text outlines discussion of postwar order including Germany and Japan, the United Nations framework, and aims for peace terms. Mentions Acheson and aims to limit threats, with unclear fragments on Allied recovery and security arrangements.

New York Priday Germany Japan

Spain expelled from World Air Organisation

Fragmented report on Spain being expelled from an international aviation body after a General Policy Commission vote. Text shows garbled phrases and unclear details about timing and conditions for possible readmission and related governmental reactions.

Spain World Air Organisation

Indonesia to Concentrate on Defence of South East Asia

Batavia reports Amir Sinrifuddin announces Indonesia will begin concerted defence of South East Asia focusing on navy and air force. President in exile pledges renewed attention to regional security and readiness for Indonesian revival.

Indonesia South-East Asia Batavia Amir Sinrifuddin Indoniian South East Asia Aney

Allies Accused Of War In Early Berlin Report

Fragmented wartime dispatch from Belgrade cites shifts in leadership as the World War II era politics outline a no confidence motion against a European social democratic party. The piece mentions VE Day anniversaries and alleged international plots stirring fear of renewed conflict involving Britain and other capitals.

Berlin Prity Matory Bertin A Wonen Witte Sena Otto Oxtrowalt Belgrade Social Democrat Marahal Titom United Jim Biates Britain Pol Cotmtriew Unem Sociallat Unity Party

Minister Denies Britain Dying From Starvation

In a London session, a minister rebutted claims that Britain faces famine, defending government aims amid questions over food supplies. Lord Addison noted no one would rejoice at shortages, yet acknowledged the world remains short of food and stressed ongoing efforts to avert disaster.

Carental Britain Etna Middle East Silver Asaf AM India Herth Pateatbok Greinvedtipalion London

Dangers of War Still Menace the World

London report from Briniy cites Prime Minister Attlee warning that dangers of war menace the world. He states that if the United Nations fails, peace remains fragile and wartime tensions persist between major powers.

London Briniy Attlee U.N.Q Atlee

Fragmentary note on bread and beer shortages in Lorient

A damaged OCR fragment mentions bread shortages lasting a week and beer lacking for three days, with scattered terms Limoges and miller appearing amid unclear phrases. Names, dates, and concrete details are absent, leaving only the vague hardship reference in Lorient.

Limos Lorient

Aid bill for Greece survives major tests in House

Washington Friday report says President Truman's aid measure for Greece and Turkey faced heavy opposition from both parties yet passed a key procedural vote 31 to 4 with a strong push from supporters to keep the bill and deter a shift toward delay or deferral. The main threat came from amendments, notably one by Lawrence Booth to defer inauguration of the form, potentially sending the matter to the United Nations.

Washington Truman Eee Turkey Representatives Thanet Domi Smdmanin Dalaying Lawrence United Nations Greece Emia United 9 Ihuremka

Food situation in Germany deteriorates worldwide report

In Berlin and beyond, reports warn Europe faces worsening hunger as frost ruins crops. US and Soviet officials clash over food aid and export controls while Japan's postwar defense questions surface, with mixed statements from General MacArthur and allied leaders.

Minister Attacks Modern Fashions At Congregational Assembly

The minister condemned modern fashions and luxury aesthetics in a speech at the Congregational Assembly. He warned that provocative dress and vanity invite moral peril, while emphasizing modest attire as protective. Reverend Isabel Moers, wearing lipstick, defended fashion choices in a brief counterpoint.

Jeffrey Brown Laabel Moers Rome

Life Imprisonment for Treason in Manila Trial

A former Vramboe figure, Gle Osmena, was sentenced to life imprisonment and fined 10,000 dollars after being found guilty of treason. The court held he helped establish the Exo Trading Co and engaged in robberies during the Fapetere occupation, with judges finding he knew the Japanese would pay inflated prices for military materials.

Manila Osmena Vramboe Jasta Darens Exo Tradiing Co Fapetere

Few Allied Owned Plants in Japan

A Tokyo report states only a few Allied owned plants will be affected by postwar disarmament orders. Colonel BMC Dodenhoff says, as custodian, that some plants purchased by Allied nationals before the war could be destroyed, though thus far few have been found.

Tokyo Cates Son Jinese Disarmemant Allied Nationale Japan Bmc Dodenhoff Bow Eee Uie Armandle

Full High Court to Review Prices Charge in Melbourne

The Full High Court agreed to hear the appeal on a Friday afternoon regarding the alleged breach of Blackmarket Regulations. Archue Raward Morgan of Yankee and John Alexander Fer usa of carndon faced charges tied to price manipulation. Five other charges were dismissed as the case moved toward appellate review. Justice Dizon ordered a stay pending examination of certain evidence.

Melbourne Archue Raward Morgan Yankee John Alexander Ferusa Carndon Coun Justice Dizon Water Cape

Von Nida Holds On In Dunlop 2000 Golf Round

London report: Australian golfer Von Nida scored 79 in the third round of the Dunlop 2000 tourney. His three round total stands at 215 as the field narrows.

London von Nidk

Bullitt Denied Connection With Truman White House

Fragmentary notes claim William Bullitt former Ambassador to France denied any mission or connection to President Truman or the White House. The garbled text references Paris and various misheard names, casting doubt on Bullitt’s involvement.

Washington Truman Willem, Bullitt France Yahatt Gamoral de Gaudle Paris Bullitt White House

Japanese Democrats to Lead Government Formation

In Tokyo sources indicate the Democratic Party faction, led by chairman Katayama Damogmtic, may take the initiative to form a new government. The report notes Yoahida’s likely return as Premier and signals a planned collaborative effort to establish a stable administration.

Tokyo Fridey Jinainy Bodal ‘Katayama Damogmtic Framier Yoahida

Indonesia Frontier To Russian Nationals

The Philippines Republic bans border entries citing lack of diplomatic ties with the Bre Phi Pines Republic and non recognition of its government. Immigration officials report about 95 Russians on the islands facing possible deportation as deportation efforts move forward.

Manila Philippines Republic Agaiin Nationale Immigration Commisioner Agrado Fabre Pines Republic

Australians Refuse to Pay Landing Tax at Port Bald

A fragmentary report notes Australian passengers aboard the Orion at Port Bald resisted a new landing tax under Egyptian quarantine, surrounding the ship and forcing officials to waive the levy to preserve trade interests. The event reflects tensions over quarantine charges and trade disruption in the port.

Cairo Uatralians Orion Port Bald Wuard

WAMAN CAR WINS ROAD Race

British car dominates Jersey International event with pre war design. Pacing at high speed, the lead car surpasses rivals by almost a lap as I Chiron Maserati driver remains prominent among the field.

WAMAN London Italien Cae Jersey International Te Parnell Deiat Ute I. Chiron Alanine Masarati Econ Inctenp Od Petal

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