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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 15, 1950

Page

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Western Powers Agree on Main Lines of Cold War Policy

London reports the Big Three foreign ministers issued two communiques after a three day study of the global cold war. They pledged unity on policy, backed a program to aid migration from overpopulated Europe, and affirmed the unity of the free world against Soviet military aims.

London Inst Runde Ax Sayw Reuter Uimely Van Sperth Fueape Germany Tealy Prac United | Nations Ehlo Pwr Iit Fee Huth Bast Aake South-East Asia Murplus Dink Wantert Europe Italy Aera Pepe Atrien Britany France United Nationa General Asem Moscow Communiqua de Oni Old Wa Anid Ter Commuuniat China

Paracelsa and Foreign Wrench Referenced in Fragmented Text

Fragmentary OCR text mentions UKs Wrench, Tearida, Chanel Inmunlat, and Paracett with unclear connections to Aigon and nationalist tropes. Vietnam Government is referenced with a Pentary phrase. details are garbled, no clear event or date emerges.

AIGON

New Russian Line To China Construction Start

Hong Kong reports that 25,000 Communist soldiers began building a 190 mile railway in Northwest China. The line will link Lanchow to the Chinese network, seen as tying Russia closer to the frontier rail system.

Hong Kong Peking Radio China Lanchow Fonarm Province Maochurte

Admission of Communist China Faces UN Split

In Bangkok a conference talks on admitting Communist China to the United Nations. A majority of 48 full members are seen opposing Soviet moves to replace National China with Communist China, with procedural grounds still debated. The opening Soviet proposal prompts clear disagreement among nations on representation and recognition.

AAP Buter Bangkok Buncay Sounell Toe Asia Par Gaal Sommuniat China China Corre Boviet Alfth RCAFE Industry and Addonis Rina Abfinin Avoulih United Nations

Radio claims US and India aiding Tibet conflict

An undated Peking radio broadcast accuses the United States and India of colluding to supply Tibet with arms and ammunition. It alleges an agreement for shipments through India to Calcutta and onward, framed as part of a Western effort to support Tibetan resistance. The report notes American and Indian officials and a party of Americans arriving in Calcutta for military supplies.

New Delhi Peking Radio Ita Yeastan Tibet Ralio Ohio Calcutta India Lay Handaraon Sranfort

Thailand Plans North Defences Amid Military Aid Talks

In Bangkok on Sunday Thai officials outlined defense plans for the north as they discuss a major aid package. The discussions focus on military communications, road and air defenses, and public radio improvements to bolster border security.

Bangkok Thailand United Btakes

Peace Pipe Legend Reported in Traman Uncle Joe Tale

Fragmentary OCR recalls a peace pipe scene involving Traman and Uncle Joe. The text is garbled but hints at a mock ceremony or joke during a meeting, with President Trama laughing and references to promises and bonds between figures. unclear names and dates limit specifics.

Maninge Unday Trama Trams Siena Buffale Alan Ear

Australian delegation to Manila talks

Australian delegates head to Manila for Commonwealth consultative meeting in Sydney led by Dr J T Burton to discuss economic aid and technical assistance for Hong Kong Australia relations. The conference aims to address mutual concerns in Southeast Asia and the Western Pacific with officials Mr A H H Tange and Mr J M Walefer among the participants.

Fexshenal AL Nine ME. Spender Fimieray Inal Austen Hagin Philippine Swandt Commonwealth Consultative Committee Sydney Department of Feternal Affaire J. T Burton Economie United Unions A. HH Tange Manila Wale Fer Spender Philippines Austin Bratin

U S Factory Profits Down 22 Percent

US factory profits fell 22 percent last year, FTC and Commerce Department figures show. Manufacturing companies total net income after taxes rose to about 169 billion dollars from 148 billion, with motor vehicle and textile sectors driving declines. Dividend payments remained mixed as overall manufacturing activity increased.

Minter Ove KroUp Ules Auvers Industriea

U S Moves Against Czechoslovakia Over Consulates

The United States demanded that Czechoslovakia recall consuls in Cleveland and Pittsburgh and shut its embassy in Washington in retaliation for the closure of American diplomatic offices in Czechoslovakia. The State Department said Prague would be given time to move but did not release specifics. The action signals U S displeasure with the Czech government and raises questions about future steps in reprisal.

United Coscislovak Eines Cleveland Pitsburg Czechoslovakia Wank New York

Italian Ship Held at Trieste Report

A detained Italian vessel sits at Trieste amid port tensions. Officials confirm seizure actions and ongoing negotiations as maritime authorities monitor the situation. Local businesses anticipate impact on trade routes and potential policy responses from Rome and international partners.

Counter Propaganda Drive Against Russia New York

A fragmented and garbled report outlines a proposed anti Russia propaganda program. It mentions increasing leaflet distribution, using powerful transmitters to counter radio jamming, and redefining themes with working committees. It also references multilingual broadcasts, trans oceanic outlets, and potential Allied cooperation in a North Atlantic security context.

Linderstoot Trenaniller Russia Voloa America BBC United States Brit Potey Varinga Britain Anilag France Atep

Mines Destroyed Off Queensland Coast Report

A wartime report states mines were destroyed at various points along the Queensland coast near Calens and Thursday, with a vessel sailing to Melville inland for a search. Lieut. Gillow said few mines remained and there was no danger to shipping.

Atuabane Bunday Ganere Cosat Calens Paat Melville Gillow

Strong Action Urged In Indonesia

Observers urge Australia to take a firm stand after the shooting of Australian airline employee John Doderick in Indonesia. Reports say 17 Dutch and two Americans were killed since sovereignty was declared in 1949, with Doderick critically wounded and undergoing treatment in an Indonesian hospital. The incident raises calls for action as foreign observers note rising violence against foreigners in the region.

AAP Reuter Djakarta John Daderick Indonesia Ity Minster Embanay Tere Doderick Ike Weenie Bas Perhapa Indoneatan

Spender Calls For Report On Djakaria Air Incident

Sydney reports Minister for External Affairs Mr Spender has called for a report into the shooting of Australian air pilot John Doderick in Djakaria. The incident occurred while he was flying for Indonesia AirWaye and was described as a matter requiring urgent government scrutiny.

Sydney AP Faire Mr. Spender Tom Djakaria John Doderick Roderick Melbourn Geeula Indonwaien AirWaye

Platypi Show Draws New York Crowd at Bronx Event

In Bronx New York Seoll and Penelope the only Matyp living outside Australie performed for a large Sunday crowd before about 20008 spectators. The duo, Ceall and Penelope, arrived from Australia in 1047 and are billed as the era’s biggest attraction. Dr Jeep Hardous, a veterinarian, notes their act features a diet of Louisiana crayfish, New Jersey rope and steamed eel.

New York Seoll Penelope Australie Fenton Ceall Vini- Tore Inlet Bay Jeep Hardous Louisana Crayaan

King Farouk Opposes Princess Wedding in Cairo Report

A tumult over the proposed marriage of Princess Ghall to a commoner prompts Farouk to oppose the match. Diplomatic passports and official notices surface as Egypt weighs royal policy, with Egypt's Cairo Crown Court and consular corps involved in the unfolding dispute. Authorities consider whether the matter should go to the new United States immigration office.

United States Wad Ghall Farouia Thyoqhold Karly Nani Paes Mally Sigyrtion Consular, Corps Se Nis Leas

Hollway Government Numbers Reduced in Victoria

Melbourne Sunday report on the Hollway Liberal Country Party government showing reduced numbers in the Victorian Legislative Assembly. Final counts pending, with predictions of Labour gains and a possible Liberal-Country coalition, plus shifts in seats like Portland Gippsland North and Ripon. Party loyalties, defections, and cabinet remaining figures are discussed.

Melbourne Hollway Liberal Country Party Victorian Legislative Assembly Iene Pelligerent Country Party Me ‘Country Party Liberal-Country Party Country Party Officiel Menara Lechte LCP Labour LCP Wa Jeo Prain Lic Neata Asendon Albert Mentone Portland Goulburn Lo.p. Ant Mildira Gippsland Ripon Guthrie Asema Morton Ueanne Ararat Holl Way Wa Samintat Hip~ Worth Hipworth Lockhart Swan Gockhart Donald Cain Uoliway Tallarat Lec.p Scala Country E Party Ahe Warrnambool Helaty Malley Lander Mc.Donald Trae i

British Rugby League Team Arrives for Friendly Match

The British Rugby League team of 20 players arrived in Parth today for a Sunday match with a local side. Prominent figures praised youth and experience, noting an average age around 20. Officials expect a strong showing and potential record breaks in the upcoming contest.

Lesaue Uwe Ynon Ora Negin Beng Seth Ney Anat Tae Hans

Fakir Seeks Pythons to Share Fast

The one year old Fakir Erindan Hystindh aims to set a world record by fasting for more than 45 days. Thousands have paid to watch him on broken glass in a coffin. A company of 100 vipers has been tied, starving, as Burmah anticipates bringing the boy into the coffin to stir public interest. A forthcoming exhibition is planned with limited danger yet possible risks.

McGirr Bydney Bunday Labour Party N.E.W Ate Maire McGiry Labour Victoria Monsieg-Padden Farhe FaRir Erindan Hystindh Ae Byeman Burmah Chathia Nak

Girl Strangled In East Brighton Homicide

Detectives are examining a homicide in East Brighton after the body of Carmyn Walters was found by a porter at Hampton Railway Station. The victim, age unknown, appeared strangled with a grey drone wind and white cap seen near the scene. Police urge witnesses to come forward.

East Brighton Melbourne Carmyn Waltera Giencairn Avenue East Witenes Hampton Railway Staion

Winnipeg Flood Exodus Large Evacuation Statement

Fresh flood threat forces mass evacuation as 100000 residents leave Winnipeg. Officials report trains, planes, and buses moving people out amid rising river levels and fears of a new flood crest within days. Government and relief agencies coordinate movement and shelter.

Winnipeg Red Cram Red Tver Sneven Cutles

Controversy Over Rugby League Selectors Power

A dispute centers on divisional selectors and country rugby authorities over player inclusion. Officials debate who should name the 15 man squad for a national match, with unclear proposals and calls for a fair selection process amid recent incidents and internal pressures.

R League to Review Group Boundaries

R league executives meet to discuss boundary review plans. The motion seeks a committee to study group borders and present recommendations at the annual meeting next year.

R. League Ayoney Ate Mermerson Ares Methersan

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