10 May 1948
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 10, 1948
Page
1
Fragmentary report notes intense guard surrounding Mr Vin amid a tense arrival at Rasibourne. References a foreign minister and a high official, but details are unclear due to garbled OCR. The piece hints at political tension and an impending event related to a doctor’s discussion and formal authority.
Washington Sunday report outlines U S policy on atomic patents noting that no parent or inventor will be compensated. government will decide compensation schemes and pay for inventions related to explosive devices and weaponry. military views and processes to be permitted.
Britain promised to deposit sterling into a special account equivalent to the Marshall Plan grants. The promissory note was recorded as an intent treaty to fund administrative expenses in the United Kingdom under the Economic Cooperation Act or as government agreements allow.
The Hague reports Queen Wilhelmina will temporarily lay down the throne from May 10 due to health concerns. Princess Juliana will act as regent and take the oath of office, as the aging monarch nears her Jubilee celebration.
Fragmentary report from San Jose notes a shaky seizure of power with claimed supporters and a new regime. The text references a decree extending control for 18 months and threats of harsh punishment, but details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
A garbled report describes a ceremonial opening in Nanking with Chinese President Chiang Kai-shek absent due to unspecified reasons. The article hints at constitutional agitation and government reliance on the Legislative Yuan for its future actions.
The New South Wales Marketing Board announces rising egg prices starting Monday. First quality medium hens will fetch 2 shillings per dozen wholesale and 2 shillings 8 pence retail, with higher prices for other grades. The increase comes amid reduced production cited as the cause.
In Hobart elections for four Tasmanian Legislative Council seats Labour faced losses with two sitting members defeated. Worsely and Brown failed to retain seats while others like Layido and Baker won recontested races. A vacancy was filled for Queens through the poll, following a death earlier in the year.
In a labor dominated by post election tension, Liberal candidate Cunningham leads by $253 with 22,390 votes counted and about 400 ballots yet to be tallied. Labour claims irregular practices and calls for review while Liberal figures credit a strong campaign and direct responses to opponents. Local observers note ongoing results reflect public reaction to the by election and wider political currents.
Lake Success correspondent reports seven powers led by the Big Five excluding Russia plan to abandon disarmament talks at the United Nations as East West quarrels persist. The Atomic Energy Commission and the Conventional Armaments Commission face similar treatment amid the collapse of coordination.
Darwin report states a Percival Proctor aircraft that arrived at Darwin is detained by customs. The craft and a cat named Hasertus Polly are held as a duty payment dispute continues. The owner has no receipt for the aircraft and faces duty demands, with authorities seeking payment before release.
British Labour leaders in London face a heated confrontation as party discipline and government policy collide over the party’s stance on Social Policy. Expulsion threats hang over a senior MP amid tense exchange with the parliamentary group, signaling a potential broader investigation.
Fragmented dispatches describe British socialists stirring debate at the Hague Conference. Delegates clashed over Europe and America’s role amid warnings of a possible conflict, with some urging stronger economic and political poses while others protested.
Aulear reports Liberal Party leaders aim for amalgamation with the NRW Country Party. Mr W H Spooner told Eden Manaro Committees the party backs merger, with broad support but some dissent over terms. He noted the NPC division favors extending terms of amalgamation in any reasonable action.
Sydney Sunday reports that Inny plart in Sydney will ship bottled beer to the country on Tuesday as discussions continue between UILV.A. President Mr Connally and Sydney brewers regarding maintenance staff returning to work next Wednesday. A meeting is planned with the WHO/WHLlh to explore terms, though no decision is expected before Tuesday. Connolly said the VA aims for the country to receive the first supply promptly, acknowledging transport delays may push delivery up to five days. Draught beer deliveries to city and metropolitan outlets continue before Sunday.
Cairo reports allege that the Egyptian cabinet and top officials conspired in a hazardous device explosion. Former Prime Minister and current government members faced accusations of complicity surrounding the April 2 incident at a tomb site, with further names cited in the evolving inquiry.
Harry Kazanjian and his brother said they recently cut the world’s largest sapphire, found months ago in a Queensland riverbed where they held an interest. They described the Black Star of Queensland as 1136 carats, larger than the Star of Burma, valued around 300000, and now housed at the American Museum of Natural History in New York.
A young man Peter Henry Quodhing twenty of Comma Road Queanbeyan and a woman Mine Shirley Day of Morrtand Bl ean Bay were trapped after an overturned car near the BU Conle ge on the way to Guoanbey na. They were extracted by rescuers and Day was hospitalised in shock with injuries. Ambulance conveyed her to hospital. her condition reported as serious.
Alls Maitland pits to cease work on Niewoast Lane as South Maitland field services prepare to halt operations. Local disruption expected as milays on the South Maitland property face compelled withdrawal, with available trunks noted in regional reports.
In Pall at Slabt Furnace Caen on Sunday two new workers died when supports failed during maintenance. The blast turnaces being rebuilt collapsed causing a fatal fall of about 60 feet. Authorities investigate causes and safety lapses are noted.
A majority report from the House Armed Services Committee urges men aged 19 to 25 to serve two years, warning Moscow could trigger a showdown with the United States. A minority view labels the draft as a program for war, arguing the policy risks global conflict.
CAPETOWN Prime Minister Smuts warned of imminent danger eight years ahead and pledged to keep South Africa ready. He stated this could lead to war but vowed to respond to any aggression to prevent a wider conflict and a world of danger.
American Associated Press observers believe the Soviet maneuver near Berlin signals a new escalation. The report notes rising protests and a tense situation as Western and Soviet actions converge, with uncertainty about immediate outcomes.
Fire alarm sounded at Bremen Cathedral after morning blaze. Main altar area and apse were damaged before firefighters under waterway lines subdued the flames within ten minutes. Several worshippers were startled as the fire erupted near the entrance.
Ambiguous Pan-American Airways Constellation is reported to have skimmed across a runway near La Guardia and veered into the water. The craft carried four crew members, with witnesses noting it remained afloat briefly before sinking.
In a disorderly scene at a Mercy or Merrylands home, two women were found dead after a drinking bout over several weeks. Other inmates were taken to Parramatta Hospital in serious condition. Police and local officials visited the home as investigators examine possible adulteration.
Defense Secretary Jamet Podental announced a new worldwide military air transport service to start June 1. The unit will merge navy and air force transport services to form a unified system for domestic and international air lanes serving military and government agencies. The program aims to streamline operations and elevate global mobility for United States armed forces.
On the eve of historic elections in Korea strong measures include 48,000 armed police, volunteer groups, and 7,200 special units deployed to guard candidates, voters, and ballot boxes. Police claim clashes left four militants dead as American forces brace for unrest. Authorities warn of possible violence and order curbs on gatherings while radio programmes urge defense of the election process.
A Soviet proposal calls for immediate withdrawal of Soviet troops from North Korea to ease East Asian friction and pressure the United States toward its own pullout. Reports say Washington, reacting to the plan, fears instability and a possible Communist takeover amid mixed signals from Moscow and allied observers.
In Rangoon the government says it freed 26 political prisoners detained after the assassination of Aung San and the cabinet. Names include Thakio Ba Sein of Burma for the Burmans and U Saw, former premier of Rangoon, among five others who were convicted for participation in the murder. The execution and aftermath occurred in the cabinet room on July 1, 1947.
The Grwalt inter for information claims executions in Greece tied to a crackdown on communists. He cites 101 people executed in eight months and 3 000 under sentence of death, with Greek authorities denying mass executions and promising investigations into alleged hostage takeovers and detentions.
In a chaotic session, the Italian Senate fragments speak on Greece and the Communist stance. President Terracchi questions Premier Gamperi as Greek opposition figures and factions are noted amid the debate.
Reports indicate ongoing strikes affecting workers at Hanover and Kiel area plants with authorities banning actions in several regions. Dispatches from Frankfurt note intensified labor disruption and government cautions amid wartime conditions.
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