13 May 1948
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 13, 1948
Page
1
Washington notes on Soviet U S exchanges spark confidence that no conference will result from the Moscow notes between Molotov and General Walter Bedell Smith. The talk centers on American plans and the risk of widening the European crisis, with emphasis on the potential implications for U S and allied positions.
Reported in early cables on Truman Balin talks and hopes for easing Cold War tensions. Reuters and Huadiah Press alike note cautious optimism, while Moscow observers warn the Soviet system may resist major shifts. Most Russians favor warmer ties with the United States and West, though officials remain wary.
Fragmentary London report notes a move involving Riviera stations and a counter-capion plan. Details are unclear, with key names and dates unreadable in the provided text.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Shannon, Phar Lap, ban, and Sparta Baltor with unclear actions. No clear event, date, or concrete facts readable. Summary unable to establish a definite news item from the garbled source.
Reports say the steamer Kamo sailed from Lattle this afternoon, expected to reach Port Waikato after several hours at sea. Gale conditions buffet the port area and hinder progress.
A report from Reuters notes two floating mines were seen near Vancouver aboard the Union Company's vessel Wairate after departure. An American newspaper claimed about 10,000 mines were unaccounted for between San Francisco and Honolulu, raising concerns over maritime danger and potential war activity in Pacific waters.
Four state loans limited at cant by Victoria Teananta Australis and Queensland will be replaced by a new security. The Australian government will issue a loan carrying 8 percent interest and 2 percent internal, amounting to 10 million pounds sterling convertible. Conversion can be exercised on or after February 18 at the Common Seater option.
In New York reports John Bromwich and Jack Kramer may join the Dawg Cup showcase at Wimbledon. The chatter suggests Bromwich could tear through opponents and claim fame, though details remain uncertain and the lineup is not yet fixed.
An unclear clipping mentions Prof Enoudi Hlacted as president, a socialist linked to a republic, and references to minister Vittorio and a bank governor. The text is garbled with partial names and roles, offering no clear event date or definitive affiliations. It hints at a political or academic profile in exile, with likely ties to Italy and economic governance.
Henry Wallace welcomes exchange of notes between America and the UK and Soviet Union. He calls for end to the cold war, urging negotiated settlement over force. He stresses urgency of UNO role and international aid withdrawal steps to avoid further tensions.
A 16 year old appeared in the Werrie Grey Court today charged with the murder of Hugh Cenpey overseer at All burr Station Trangia. He remained to Speer at Jangle Children Cape youth did not speak during the proceedings.
An article reports Congress approving seventy air groups as President Truman weighs signing. The administration advances plans for defense aid, European unity, and UN reforms. It outlines potential US military commitments and a push to remove veto power in UN decisions, signaling broader international defense coordination.
Mrs Evelyn Barker wife of a former GOX official narrowly escaped danger after opening what looked like a periodic letter that turned out to be a suspicious parcel delivered to Cobham Surrey Police reported a single account of the package with a heavy wiring device inside and a note that raised fears of an assassination plot The coroner provided no explanation for the delay in the inquiry.
Fragmented OCR text mentions surrender, peace terms, and unclear names. Readable parts indicate a historical note on surrender with possible dates and places obscured. The readable fragment points to a formal surrender event and postwar context.
A fragmented market report notes activity at Veelong Wool Sales in Melbourne. Prussian Interenta dominates the ome crossieredm segment while overall Woolsee buyers push prices higher. Russian Ramipalan features among the consignments as market momentum remains firm.
A garbled OCR note references Commonwealth citizens in London and Britain, hinting at a social or political topic. The fragment mentions nationality, identity, and possible tensions abroad in a compact, terse style. Further readable context is needed for a precise card.
Fragmented OCR text references a match involving Miller and a sheet tag at Thetaly with partial scores and times. Details are unclear with several garbled terms. The readable bits suggest a 6 canas lag-tald and a 106 moment reference, plus a score line like 1/8 and 1/3.
Seoul dispatch reports the United Nations Commission plans an emergency discussion on MacArthur's alleged improprieties and the Korea policy. The commission was urged to act but debated whether to aid or restrain the general and whether Korea should remain separate from Japan.
Private buyers may access services from Bevedera of Clydandaies as part of Wagga stud offerings, with details on availability and access outlined for prospective clients.
Incomplete OCR text with mixed phrases and names. no coherent event or identities clearly extractable for a factual summary.
Unclear fragmentary text referencing a person named Davis and a Britain related date or event. No coherent details, names, places, or dates clearly readable to form a factual item.
A dispatch from Cairo reports Egyptian units expected at the Palestine border, claiming up to 15 000 men may be deployed. The alert notes clashes in the region with artillery and mortar fire near Jerusalem and Rabath, amid Arab-Jewish tensions and calls for open city status.
The fragmentary cricket report details county fixtures with Middlesex, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, and Yorkshire outcomes. It notes scores such as Middlesex 181 and Worcestershire collapse, plus Yorkshire 170 and 6/30 with fielding highlights. Mentions players like RG Garilet and observers noting anxious moments and fielding errors.
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