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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 26, 1948
Page
1
A garbled foreign affairs despatch references U S efforts to return citizens and potential ceasefire discussions amid Middle East fighting. The note suggests Arab and Israeli positions, mentions Paris and London diplomats, and references bombardments and strategic air attacks near Tel Aviv and Deir Yassin with casualties and ongoing military activity.
Police pursue a lead tied to a former convict amid claims of a planned act against a political figure. Officials discuss procedures, safety, and legal boundaries as investigations continue, with authorities stressing historic justice and global peace goals.
In a tense test of the money at London, Hnoland Wine SemAnW edged Australas, securing a victory that highlights the match’s close finish and competitive play.
The Soviet Union vetoed a Security Council investigation into a coup in Czechoslovakia, thwarting Western efforts. The vote came after earlier moves to override objections by countries arguing the matter fell outside the council’s purview.
The report notes no verdict in a major war trial by July with no announcement expected until early June. Most American defense captains were advised to return to Washington by early June. A spokesperson indicated defense counsel would not be present for the accused at the trial.
A Soviet pilot who landed his interceptor near Tacson South Keres nineteen miles south of the Seth parallel on May 10 was returned to the Soviet command on Sunday. An American authorit y an Shaemaed reported the incident and said the pilot buried his wife before being seized.
Fragmented OCR text reports Berlin police instruction amid Soviet influence and Allied pressure. It mentions Berlin Chief Mekal ber prayrom and a committee of Kommiandatis with aims to establish liaison with police and maintain policy alignment with Russian stations.
Britain's Foreign Office signaled support for the Arab Five request seeking a 26 hour extension to the ceasefire order. The move follows a deadline passage at the United Nations and prompts debate in British political circles over whether South Africa informed London. If extended, the ceasefire would aim to preserve the May 16 status quo, potentially involving disarmament of Jewish forces and reshaping Palestine immigration and recognition policies.
A London announcement from the Newsprint Supply Company says next year’s newsprint imports from Canada and Newfoundland may be cut to about 30 000 tons annually due to based contracts and supply limits. The move is described as vital for British newspapers.
A misread shipping notice notes thirty thousand tons of linseed to arrive from India to Australia by ship in February. It explains the surge in demand and changes to ledgers that create shipments of linseed and related commodities alongside wheat.
At a London MCC dinner, Bimademan urged applying a Low rule allowing a 4 ball turn from the tag and an off sell ax from the off. The Times notes the change as the suxiest proposal but reports broad approval among attendees.
A fragmented note outlines approval of a sundeck project named Merite with objections from residents. The text hints at planning hurdles and municipal scrutiny affecting a local property improvement.
Fragmented report claims Finnish police warned the army to standby amid communist unrest. It cites a minister of the interior and a democratically labeled party, with references to leadership lines and potential measures.
A Washington report states United States Air Force jets fired at an aircraft from a British operator south of Obienne UB. Air Force HQ issued a terse denial and pledged urgent review, with officials in Tokyo and London seeking clarity on the incident and any instructions from British authorities.
Fighting breaks out as government forces push toward Teopen to open the highway between the Great Wall Base of Kupeikow and Chengteh, the Jehot capital. Reports say heavy fighting near Yetemyes with tanks and armored units amid a large-scale clash described as among the fiercest in North Kiangsu.
Attorney General Martin announced the investigation into Ggainie Sonn State Geeden, Kie ron, Harcourt, Edwant Parrot and Raymond Parer has been completed. The state will decide on filing a bill of indictment related to timber leases.
An explosion at a rocket range near Adelaide Tuesday injured three brothers aged 13 and 8. They were rushed by air to Adelaide General Hospital. A father and other bystanders reported the blast. details remain unclear as investigators begin inquiries.
AAP Reuters report from Auckland states former Prime Minister Eamon de Valera arrives amid claims of unhappy relations with Miliamn and Nationalist Society. He announces his plans to leave Auckland for Sydney on Saturday, amid banners and protests at the press conference.
Parin Hopman and Badgman of Australia progressed to the third round at Roland Garros in damp clay. The doubles pairing Doris Hart and Badgman defeated Madame Dolesebell and Weis 6 1 4 2 while singles results included wins for top players over Emboe and Penate in the mixed doubles brackets.
A letter to the House Appropriations Committee from A J Sabath of Illinois charges Britain used U S funds to arm Arabs and assist Abdulla. The call for inquiry follows a surge of criticism amid a Palestine crisis and a Liberty Boycott appeal urging Americans to refuse British goods and investments.
A Tuesday report from the Migration Secretariat highlights efforts by the Catholic Bishops Conference in Japan to secure land for population growth. The article notes focus on potential contact with Latin American and African regions as part of planned large-scale development and settlement projects.
A Sydney philanthropist, Mr J Halle, donated £29,000 to the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Authorities said the money would be used for medical care and related services at the hospital.
Australia dominated the match at Lords, dismissing MCC for 292 and 208 in the two MCC innings. Lindwall, Miller, Toshack and Barnes led a potent bowling attack while the Australian batsmen posted 583 in reply before declaring and setting a heavy follow-on target.
A fire at the John Grant Choited factory, a branch of Felt and Textiles NZ, Lower Hutt, caused extensive damage to drainage and related areas. The blaze was contained after hours, with damage estimated in the pounds. No injuries reported.
Disjointed OCR notes describe an attack on a train at Hydersbad with mention of police failure to intervene. The fragment references various names and numbers, but only hints at a coordinated assault and ensuing investigations.
A brief note records that no additional journey is scheduled for Ike Te Eeient. Details are unclear, with fragmented text mentioning seating and timing between Ke jmont and Anabralla, offering limited context.
English cricket update with To sty Broderick of Northamptonshire taking seven winlets in a dramatic match at Mot Resale. Northamptonshire scored 289 in the first innings, Hampshire replied with 271, Worcester and Yorkshire figures follow as other counties post results and Camrbide University features in a listed scorecard.
United States embassy in Moscow reportedly altered its security code following the desertion of Sergeant James Meakin. The incident prompted shifting of communications and heightened scrutiny of personnel connections amid claims of Soviet agent involvement.
fragmented OCR text reports a youth stowaway bound for Australia from a Hope Coal area. details are unclear but indicate a teen or young person linked to farming in Australia and a return to Liverpool or land borders. the piece lacks complete names, dates, or outcomes.
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