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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 27, 1949

Page

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Snowy Mountain Hydro Power Bill Aims Big Public Works

The Snowy Mountain Hydro Electric Power Bill, urged by Minister for Works Mr. Lemmon, seeks the Murray River diversion and 1,720,000 kilowatts output. It would place power stations underground, create a defence oriented authority, and fund a vast public works project to boost Australia's energy capacity.

Murray Lammen Snowy Mountain Lemmon Murrumbidges Tooma Bnawy Toone Murray Wurther Mr. Lemmon Tennesse Muriaver Australie Lammon Brora Evere Australia New South Wales Victoria Commonwealth New Sourn Wales Electrax Annowy Air. Harraoh

Flying speeds demand new warnings in war warning

A fragmentary Washington report quotes General Kenney urging America to develop water sensitive shat and new warnings as air power speeds rise. He notes drastic planning limits and the need for global precaution amid evolving aerial warfare concepts.

America Kenney Avra Planas

British unions draft plan to ease living costs

London reports that the British Trades Union Congress has drafted a plan to ease the cost of living. The proposal, to be presented to the Chancellor, signals pressure from unions including railway workers and clerks for tax relief and price reductions amid widespread industrial sentiment.

London Lemdape Railway Clerka’ Association de Anatliation

General Says Hed Could Stop Reda in China

Major-General Claire Chennault, wartime air commander, said to halt the Communist advance in China with an American volunteer corps of about 186 planes and $1.0 million initial to start, plus monthly funding to sustain it. He named Burma Siam India as key fronts and urged swift action.

New Fork Ching Claire Chennault Connecticut India

US Challenged to Act on Atomic Energy Control

Washington discusses charges that the US atomic program is bankrupt and Congress is challenged to prove or repudiate them. David Lilienthal, chairman of the US Atomic Energy Commission, says critics aim to push the project toward Army control and domestic oversight. The Working Committee will meet at an undetermined date to consider proposals and respond to the accusations.

Washington Congress United States David Lilienthal U.S .Atomic Energy Commie Flussie U.N.O Wer Lulenthat American Atomic Energy Commission Benatar Bourke Bis Republican Denthil Hin Control Bipeatvent Bette Benster Brien Modabon Contrass Momié Committee

Princess Visits Horth Ireland Amid Royal Tour

Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh arrived in Werth Ureuiel by air and met crowds in Belfant today. The royal party praised unity and national ideals, saying the Crown stands for comradeship and high standards as they urged citizens to follow their parents’ example.

London Fleabeih Duke

Palomino to Visit Vatican City and Rome

The headline reports Palomino planning a visit to Vatican City and Rome. Details of dates, purposes, and accompanying officials are unclear in the fragment but suggest a diplomatic or cultural mission involving religious and civic venues.

Liberal Plan Delayed Nationalisation Move in Lords

A political note reports the Liberal Party will postpone any move to nationalise steel in the House of Lords until October, pending the general election. The delay aims to gauge public support and finance questions, with concerns about private enterprise and the economy influencing the strategy.

London Liberal Party House of Lords Lard Lewe

Pact vital to U S security in Atlantic alliance

New York reports on the Atlantic Pact as vital to U S security. A government aide notes Britain’s ratification binds nations to defend freedom and the seas, framing the pact as key to protecting 20 million people under threat and ensuring aid to free peoples resisting aggression.

New York United Béaton Johan Anid Lennan Coe Britain Byair Dor A. Jubewon Europe Wien

Move to Establish New Church in Czechoslovakia

Rome reports Janet Beran leads Catholic group in Czechoslovakia alleging plans to set up a new church without the current bishop and leaders, prompting Vatican concerns. The Czech government Vatican discussions reportedly broke down with no agreement in sight, raising tensions.

Czechoslovakia Rome Azehbenop Janet Beran le Sutegedt Exech Transportiinister Alle Petz Vatican Boran Pete Tinuter Lrague

China returns naval ship to Britain after war loan

Hong Kong dispatch reports Britain and Nationalist government agree to return the destroyer to the Royal Navy. The vessel, renamed Lingtu, will be handed over at Hong Kong shipyard in a ceremony. The Chinese wartime craft had earlier been renamed and involved in combat actions prior to its loss.

China Britain UGAP Hong Kong Thursaxy Menjip Chine Royal Navy Lingtu Iwckyard Ching HAAG Aurora Chungking March Wis

Dr Bunche Declines Post As Assistant Secretary

Dr Bunche told reporters after a talk with President Froman that he declines the assistant secretary of state post. He wishes to continue his work with the UN on Palestine and cites concerns over Washington life and salary as factors in his decision.

Ses Ewe Dr. Bunth U.N.O. Ma Palestine Hae Froman Eppointment Tats Dr. Buneter Ijghoom Hving Washington Tant

Pakistan May Not Remain Within Empire

Fragmented, OCR read: Pakistan may not remain within empire. Karachi report notes belief in London that Pakistan could be bound to Commonwealth or leave. Constituent Assembly to decide, with opinion that Pakistan’s sincerity is in question.

Pakistan Ne Ney London Pak

U S Seeks United Action on Red Gains in China

Washington discusses a proposed United States policy urging like minded nations to frame a common approach to the Communist regime in China. The plan stresses unity with Britain, seeks assurances on Hong Kong sovereignty, border clarity, and an allied stance in Asia and Europe amid uncertain commitments.

U.S United China Washington United States State Department Tianya Hgota Britain America Cate Mumiers Europe Hong Kong

Czech Communists to Tighten System of Control

Prague report on the ninth Congress of the Czech Communist Party describes moves to strengthen party control under President Clement Gottwald. The leadership urges adherence to Marxist-Leninist doctrine and warns against social deviations, saying the transition to socialism is essential and opponents must be weeded out.

Prague Cosch Commufilet Bialin Clement Gothwald Cresidium Congres Agalhat Antitate Do- Hew Communist Party Congress

Funeral for Forrestal Held at Arlington National Cemetery

President Truman and military leaders attended the funeral of Forrestal at Arlington National Cemetery. Ex-Navy secretary Ammon Forrestal was buried with full military honors as government and business figures observed the ceremony.

Warmengton Truman Sonioy Ariingham —Wational Navy Ammon Forrental

Government Survives Challenge on Petrol Control

Paris report says the Queuille government won parliamentary backing after voters approved petrol pricing law by a large margin. The four party coalition faced strain over budget issues but managed to stay intact as the measure moves forward.

Paris Queuille

Nationalists Fight Rearguard Action in Shanghai

Nationalists clash with rear guard in Shanghai as Communist squads move to block their advance toward Soochow Creel rail hub. Federal forces maintain control in Bra hat while Nationalists press gains at a strategic rail station, shifting momentum and heightening urban hostility.

Shanghai Feds

Soviet Reparations Issue Dominates Postwar Talks

British Foreign Secretary Bevin urged Allied unity while warning against coercive moves to force German unification. He cautioned Europe faces a risk of division if Potsdam goals are pursued by force. Acheson pressed for more decisive Western action and clarity on Four Power arrangements amid stalled negotiations.

Patter Lamin Useir Wentern Elther Gowry Helnstadt Barth Britain Runsla Bevin Dean Achawon Mr. Bevin Garraine Apa Gersman Onic Rowanneh Elfvet

Fragmentary report on attempted assassination in Thiriday era

Armed guards shield three neuther brothers as authorities probe a violent framing attempt. A window blast injured Victor Mantger and a parallel assassination plot linked to Waiter Reuther’s previous shooting is referenced, with unclear details and many OCR irregularities.

Detheit Thiraday Neuther CARO United Auto Workers Uni Victor Mantger

Bil AY BMLORADA Fugentein Hit Record Night

A garbled report notes a large crowd gathering with an implied score or amount around 164000 though the text is broken. Names and places are unclear. The fragment suggests a local event or incident with financial or attendance figures mentioned without clear context.

President Nomination Aims at Australian Ambassador Post

The source notes President nominates Jarman for an Australian ambassadorship, needing Senate approval. It also mentions Mr. M. Davis, ambassador to Rice, likely to be succeeded, with anticipated rapid confirmation and a forthcoming appointment.

Wabsmington M. Davis Af Rice Pir

Indonesian Government Plans Return to Jogjakarta Meeting

The Indonesian Government may return to Jogjakarta around the middle of next month as Dutch-Indonesia sub-committee meets with the Republic to discuss the situation and potential arrangements.

Laarmouteey Batavia Thurmiay Jakarta

Unclear fragmentary text from historical notice

The readable portion offers no coherent details. It appears as a garbled fragment mentioning names and an official tone but lacks identifiable persons, places, dates, or actions to summarize into a proper item.

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