22 May 1947
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 22, 1947
Page
1
Fragmentary wartime dispatch outlines a demand that Germans must work to receive rations. Mentions American Wool Growers and a congressional committee chaired by Mr Clifford Hope. Indicates a vote or policy tied to rationing and labor obligations.
British and American commanders urged Germans to accept privations, blaming Germany for shortages. Reports quote officials asserting ration levels, production effort, and need to share burdens. Contention centers on food reserves, calorie allotments, and calls for relief while war pressures persist.
In York witnesses watched a new “honmless” plane demonstration amid aviation progress reports. The craft touted advanced noise reduction aiming at around a twenty percent decrease, with observers noting lower noise during a pass at low altitude.
Berlin report claims 4 395 men and women were executed in 1943 and 5 476 in 1944 under German court orders separate from military executions and those in concentration camps. The article references Generals Brauer and Gonteel Williams and notes the grim tally amid wartime brutality.
Partial readable text from a 19th or 20th century clipping describes a person Wyatt and a voyage to Australia in 03% 84. Mentions a department and a collection of butteries with unclear context and scattered names.
London reports Palestine Government officials say security expenditures leapt from 100000 to 108000000 over two years to counter terrorism. Police say arrests connected to suspected terror networks highlight ongoing security strain and budget pressures affecting operations.
Rantioon reports hundreds of village headmen walk out in protest against the arrest and detention of a former Buddhist monk. The strike seeks demands amid political pressure and mentions remarks by prime minister and other leaders.
Fragmentary text reports accusations against the Balkans for obstructing an inquiry led by UNG. The council debated extending powers to Taft and a US delegate, with adjournment awaiting further debate on Rasalan Sepgoral and potential restrictions on the group’s powers.
The British government plans a visit by a senior economic minister to the United States this summer amid expectations of aid talks. Chancellor Dr Dalton reports in the Grattan quarter Britain spent 4128 million on imports, 937 million on supplies for Britain, and 80 million on supplies for Germany, with rising world prices driving higher expenditures. Britain’s exports were led by shipments to British India, South Africa and Australia, while the export value featured a 347.1 million import bill and a strong import role for food and raw materials.
Hobart reports Premier Congrove expressing concern over Australia resuming whaling following a season in which quotas were exceeded. Officials noted ongoing indiscriminate slaughter by Japan and harm to calves despite international protections. Congrove discussed talks with a Melbourne businessman-led private group seeking to establish the industry.
Fairy dalegates will represent Australia at the International Chamber of Commerce congress in Montreal Switzerland from June 27. The Australian delegation will be led by Br A Heath, a member of the executive of the Australian National Committee of the International Chamber. He will address the third planetary generation on June 64, focusing on industrialisation and foreign trade.
Fragmentary wartime note from June 1941 suggests Barratt was captured near Malinnd and believed to have fallen into Soviet hands while claims of air assistance circulated. unclear details and names appear corrupted in the source manuscript.
A fragmented memo reports a House committee backing changes to the State Department Bureau and related information programs. The document notes questions about retention and data handling, with officials signaling a need for clarity on legal authority and tasked responsibilities.
Secretary Marshall, in proposing U S relief for Korea, urged urgent aid from the State and War Departments totaling about 300 million dollars with 15 million for rehabilitation. The plan links broader relief for Italy and aids to Greece and Turkey while awaiting Chinese government reorganization. No decision yet on early release of 60 million dollars from the Export-Import Bank.
New York reports the Sub Committee on the Freedom of Information and the Press plans a world conference in March to address Europe and broaden freedom of warma Yon following the defeat of Naaitem. Secretary of State Marshall disagrees with the British Forest and notes the Moscow conference failure was due to the Amat.
Washington reports the United States may allow displaced persons sanctuary, led by General Marshall and cabinet officials. The move aims to avoid forced repatriation, with immigration reform debated amid pressure from Congress and White House. An advisory commission suggested admitting up to 400,000 to 700,000 displaced people over the next decade, amid broader calls for humanitarian relief.
Hamelin Thursday reports Captain von Mackan found guilty on three charges relating to the sinking of a vessel in the South Atlantic. The court said his orders were allegedly followed yet the raid violated international law and endangered crew members aboard the British steamer Dawn.
The Herald Tribune reports a revival in Britain with London market activity showing a return toward prewar levels. Analysts point to rising commercial credits and firmer financial momentum signaling economic stabilization after wartime disruption.
London reports Lord Mountbatten to depart for India early next week amid approaching round table conference events. Tension grows as communal riots flare in Punjab and Calcutta with casualties and arrests.
Mr Drakeford of Civie Aviation Montreal is named chairman of an International Civil Aviation body. He notes Australia’s support and says the conference will likely run until late December, with aims to link continents and foster goodwill.
Australian minister Calwell is expected to arrive in London on June 37 for a three week stay. He will address immigration issues and discuss migrant concerns with British officials during his visit.
New York reports a Australian government representative studied 3500 applications for admittance to Australia for stranded Jewish refugees in Shanghai. The Hebrew Sheltering and Immigrant Aid Society lists 4000 more seeking to relocate, with over 60 families in the Philippines also applying. The society denies political motives and says it aids Jewish migration as a non political service funded by donations.
A Turkish extramural delegation leader told Reuters that American aid of 100 million dollars prevented a third world war. He said without the loan Russia might have encouraged an aggressive move in Turkey and noted improving Turkish Greek government relations expected soon.
A fragmented report notes the death of a wealthy recluse in Jonannesburg. It mentions Marian Maxwell and an unclear dividend history, mining shares bought years ago, and recent hospital stays. The text references monetary figures and monthly payments, but details are unclear due to OCR damage.
Paris reports Britain France and Belgium negotiated for control of West and Central African territories. The article notes aims to reallocate holdings within the broader colonial framework and mentions discussion of public works and irrigation in the regions under consideration.
The Political Council reports the Nationalist Government ready to resume peace negotiations. the Communists threaten a return to talks. Amid student protests the siege of Manchuria intensifies as Peiping and Mukden railway lines face disruptions near Changchun, with rail clearances cut and tensions rising.
A fragmentary report notes the United Nations Trade ployment conteranes and special commissions to study amending and drafting an international trade charter. It mentions Brazil beginning talks with the United States and a Geneva return of Dr. Coomen and the “str. Wem Clayton” due June 3. The Washington stem and American Taith outline signals from Ripremntatives Agri and related parties on trade properties.
New York report tells of Amalie Tar tart, famed aviatrix, who vanished after radioing for help while flying over the Pacific. Authorities say contact was lost during a round-the-world attempt and details remain unreleased.
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