19 May 1947
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 19, 1947
Page
1
Fragmentary text notes a statement from GATAIN regarding an offer on Palestine. The source appears garbled with unrelated letters and lacks clear entities beyond the brief heading.
Reports describe rioting with police opening fire on demonstrators, arson and looting, casualties in Lahore and other cities, curfews, evacuations, and a dispatch noting transition plans for British India to an independent government. Military and police actions linked to communal violence are reported amid sabotage fears and railway attacks. Continuous unrest extends into the grain markets and urban centers as authorities prepare for anticipated political changes.
Reported remarks from attendees of the Congress discuss a proposed global shipping ban and its potential impact. Dutch delegates warn that aggressive action could trigger a world war, urging peace, cooperation, and a united Pacific to prevent conflict. The discussion notes influence from American policy and various labor and union movements.
Heavy selling on the New York Stock Exchange yesterday pushed prices down to their lowest since January. A turnover of 080,000 shares marked the highest Saturday session in over a year as retailers and industrial groups faltered, sending leaders down one to three points.
A New York protest letter against a full page advertisement in the Herald-Teitune attacks Por Palestina narratives. Readers condemn the piece as anti Jewish and call for unity, amid discussion of funding and reparations tied to British exports and wartime sentiment.
Mountbatten to confer with the prime minister in New Delhi on welfare matters in India after the viceroy’s return from London. British government aims to unite the army amid political division, with Indian army strength around four million and major religious composition.
A report notes officials presenting a plan to use the remainder of funds to satisfy India’s requirements for consumer goods and raw materials. The government estimates the campaign will be supported by additional ranked indicators and aims to address shortages while outlining expected effects on the economy.
A garbled report notes President Truman flying, in rainstorm, after a fractured hip. It mentions Truman planning to sign the Greek and Turkish Aid Bill and notes his condition improving while high officials discuss his travel and a ceremonial celebration.
The British Government moves to bar buying American aircraft for Empire routes, forcing restructuring of pooling deals with Empire nations. Lord Knollys, chairman, discusses interim services as BOAC plans a 3200 mile farewell tour before stepping down. The delegation departs San Francisco for Australia, with talks of future cooperation with Qantas.
The De Havilland Dove of Western Australia Ltd crash landed yesterday when the undercarriage failed to extend. The craft, piloted by group captain Brian Walla of the RAAF, managed to be moved from the surface with damage minimal.
In New South Wales a 22 year old railway shunter Cecil Robert Woodward from St Peters died after a motor cycle accident at Bulli Pass. The brief dispatch notes a large contingent arriving in the Winewater district and references other local incidents and hospital notes.
Australia’s W Eldwell won the men’s singles at Paddington after defeating Teundy A Werepaan in a Dev Cup match. New Zealand beat Norway, Britain defeated Poland, and Holland claimed another result as nations compete in a New Esaland event.
Mrs. Marie Wolverton of Detroit gave 600 dollars to an Australian war relief appeal. The gift aimed to cover passage for Mrs. Wood to assist the cause, with a cheque handed to the Australian consul. Mrs. Wood initially refused May 9 to board but is said to sail July 9. a mystery man in Passaic offered to fund the remaining balance.
Tokyo reports three cabinet members were forced to resign amid cabinet reshuffle. Finance Minister, Justice Minister, and Commerce Minister were replaced or removed with party and independent figures mentioned as successors.
London Sunday labour leaders urge rapid production growth with strong union links. National Executive Committee backs a plan to raise output, integrate women into paid work where possible, strengthen production committees, and promote cooperation between Labour governments, unions, and managers while countering restrictive policies.
A fragmented report notes Barnes’ professional debut in cricket and a Walker Cup golf update. It mentions Burnley defeating Todmorden, several cricket scorelines and players, and a general sense of ongoing matches and results across clubs and teams.
A fragmented clipping describes claims that the United States military is testing an atomic weapon named radio active cloud. It alleges high altitude shells create radioactive clouds and warns of mass dissemination and danger, with unclear attributions to officials or dates.
A wave of student strikes spreads from Nanking to several universities across China. Protests condemn economic hardship and call for immediate end to military actions amid civil conflict. News from American press outlets notes university closures and rising tensions.
Fragmentary text shows a call for public utilities reform and a halt to costly projects. Mentions central committees, unions with a voice, and planning programs. References to food policies and economic measures amid unclear context.
Fragmentary OCR describes a December event with a Bundy attack on a glabama tank and a failed attempt to abduct a person named Peer. Patrols, coastguards, and water depths are mentioned as authorities react to the incident.
A Sunday event near Auckland described as a sharp surge on Bat anlay ergaing with a wave that sept in over a cone. Occurred on March 3 during low tide. no damage to communities reported.
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