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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 30, 1949

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Western powers present plan for German unity at council

At the Council of Foreign Ministers the Western Powers proposed a plan for German unity and a four power approach ending Allied military government. Vyshinsky said he would study the proposal, while Bevin and Acheson warned it could become a fait accompli. The plan centers on free movement and political rights, a quadripartite base for governance, and economic coordination with the Soviet zone.

Paris Ernest Bevin Council of Foreign Ministers Wen Vyahinsky Centrol Germany Russia Harsh Pethe Tate tr-Vystinsky Iter Raaturn Vores Jaton Dean Acheson Hein Wester Vyuhinahy Dutha Moscow

D DAY POWER CUTS HIT 100000 JOBS IN INDUSTRY

Sydney reports a power disruption affecting about 100000 workers as emergency rationing and production shifts loom. The Chamber of Manufactures signals plans to adjust schedules to ensure fair distribution and maintain output while unions press for night shift changes and wage considerations. The disruption could force a broad changeover in routine operations and prompt talks among employers, unions, and government officials.

Chamber of Manufactures N.8.w Hall

Penalty for Calling Civil Servant a Fool

An 1891 notice states fines for insulting a civil servant. The article mentions a mayor and a public office in the United States setting penalties, with the text noting consequences of calling a civil servant a fool and hints at a formal process or fine structure.

Lin Munday Sane United States Mayer

Passage on Atlantic Pact quick passage urged by Mackin

In Washington reports say Secretary Acheson urged quick passage of the Atlantic Pact amid European security concerns. MacDonald and allied leaders pressed for an aid and defense framework to counter communism while noting a republic split on economic aid and regional commitments.

Paris Acheson Parin Weaders U.S Aijen Washington MacDonald Arater Mataym Yen Pe Inne Ie Rapubture Hell Halefron Ome Suen Japanone Camasuniots

Communist Failure Biggest In Malaya

A distorted dispatch notes United States Army discussions on shifting influence in Asia. It claims American authorities foresee a swift movement to transfer command to the Korean Republic and relocate forces, while noting Korea’s government expects only final, discreet announcements.

Ita ofMcere Jie Pan Abd Hawratt Adda United Sater Armay Portlion Ty

Argentine meat pact dubbed bad business by Sunday Express

London reports that The Sunday Express calls the British Argentine meat trade pact “bad business.” It notes Britain and the Empire’s meat producers feel betrayed, with officials saying a general agreement principles were reached after intense bargaining. The National Economic Council in Argentina weighs the accord.

London The Sunday Express Argentina Oy Negolberiat Antareata Britain Empire Prin ‘Ciple

Churchill predicts British election and mobilised voters

London dispatch reports Winston Churchill at a Conservative rally urging readiness for an autumn election. He criticises Labour losses and centralised state power, arguing it harms British industry and individual freedom.

London Winston. Churchill Chigwell Bien Labour Br. Churchill Churchill Tte Tate

Greek Army Suffers Heavy Casualties This Period

A Greek general reported nearly 40,000 casualties since June amid ongoing fighting around Athens. General Blair claimed enemy forces faced large losses as well, with figures cited for ships and matériel damaged, reflecting a brutal campaign and strained resources.

Athens Toeel Ron Wn Mon Wen Eit Heneral Blair

Chiefs Return Darwin From Air Mission

Unclear report states Chief of Air Sun Ate Marshall and Janeen arrived in Darwin by air from Jovermenn. They lead Australian Fy Pordes with Major General ya w.

Darwin Jovermenn Air Sun Ate Marshall Janeen

Miners threaten general stoppage over talks breakdown

Sydney report says if talks fail tomorrow between owners unions and Joint Coal Board the Combined Mining Unions Council will meet Thursday to consider a Commonwealth wide strike. The miners seek a 20- to 24-week pay period, long service leave, inflation protection, and better pit top and township amenities as part of the union claims.

Sydney Owners Unions Joint Coal Board Combined Mining Unions Council Miner’ Federation Grant Combined Mining Union Council Commonwealth Jointal Board

Communists Extend Grip On China Crisis Deepens

Chinese civil war deepens as Communist forces under General Liu Pa Chan push west toward Chekiang and advance along Hankow to Canton rail lines. Nationalist towns hold, reports claim Shanghai remains under nominal control while Communist-held units total around 40,000, with new control measures and currency rules issued amid Allied airline movements and press restrictions.

Shanghai Liu Pa Chan Chekiang-Kinngs Chaba Wan Canton Red Hankow-Canton Mien Mae Changsha Ube East Chine Bureau of Centralomnittes Munist Party Notlinabat Armlew Pire Hae Hamainhang Shanghai Garrion Homgkew Communist Party Fina Chives Airlines Mip Ping Companion

Claims Chinese losses since 1946 reach 5.2 million

A Sunday San Francisco dispatch quotes a Communist General Headquarters communique claiming Nationalists have suffered over 9,200,000 casualties since the 1940 civil war outbreak. The report lists divisions and battalions engaged, including Chinese forces around Nanking and other fronts, with figures attributed to various campaigns in the period.

Aluminium May Spell End of Silicosis

Aluminium powder treatment along with improved ventilation and dual control was tested to combat industrial silicosis. Dr W D Robson cited trials in Ontario and Washington showing significant reductions in disease incidence and improvements in workers exposed to aluminum dust.

Bydney Bundsy Bilroel Wait WD. Robson Ahief MacIntyre Research Foundation Schumacher Ontario Robeon Commonwealth State Governamente U.S Canad Mpesia Washington

Train crews halt in Britain in longest strike

London reports a large railway strike began at midnight lasting 124 hours in protest against new Lenin schedules. Footplate workers stationed along a 270 mile rail link between London and New England rallied, with newspaper estimates placing the toll around 19,090 members.

London Rahway Araffle Mascon Kiel Way Atrike Lnconvi Lenin Landen New Phere Ks Weyeftieil

Princess Margaret in Paris Luncheon Held At French Embassy

Princess Margaret attended a luncheon hosted by Madame Vincent Auriol wife of the French President. Guests included 100 attendees at the Commonwealth Embassies legations in Paris as crowds faced police in the background amid the Big Four headlines.

Salfabert Ty Aumanne Commiuniet Pitiless Margaret Elij Smut Ube Margaret

U K Miners Reject Wet Approach

Sir Wilkes Lacwlher, secretary of the Miners international and circument of the British Nations Union of Mineworkers, said the Union's executive committee refused to attend a Florence meeting in June. The gathering, called by a section of the World Federation of Trade Unions, aimed to create another miner federation.

Wilkes Lacwlher Miners International British Nations Union of Mineworkers Use ‘Union Florence World Federation of Trade Union

Allied airlift resumes as Russians blockade railway

British United Press reports Allied airlift back in operation amid Russian railway blockade. About 40,000 Russian troops are said moved to choke points. British and American aircraft respond as tensions rise along the Buskataire corridor with warnings of dangerous air maneuvers.

Lite British United Press Aaio Lepacnier-Hieide Beekin Nies Bawmel Britink Repe Alisonate Authoritien Shadeen Maury Newnes T Musas Asiiftt Sual Busketaire Fugedane

Thieves Use Truck In Piano Theft At Burwood Shop

Police believe a burglary at a Burwood shop involved a piano and other items stolen during the night. The incident is linked to an unnamed suspect, Charlon Logan, with investigators pursuing leads and checking surveillance for the vehicle used.

Rydrry Charlon Logan

Soviet Agents versus Turkish Police Gun Battle

Fragmentary text describes a gun battle between Soviet agents and Turkish police. Vague references mention a pier and possible confrontational encounter, but details, names, places, dates, and outcomes are obscured by garbled OCR.

Bradman Not Starter For Malayan Tour

A Singapore report notes Ben Marriner, former wicket keeper, planned to return to Australia. The piece mentions Donald Bradman not starting for the Malayan tour and hints at ensuing cricket discussions with authorities in Singapore and Australia.

Bradman Gern Tie Figa Autrallan Donald Bradsayn Aiattin Singapore Ben Mairnert Aimpaporn Australis Lanoey

Party Merger in 3 Aprica Hear

Government parties in Aprica hold talks on a possible merger within three months. Key figures include Johann Ranurg and Tow Inader of the Atskandera WG. The parties aim to avoid forcing through contentious legislation if nationalists consent to the deal.

Aprica Hear Johann Ranurg Partice- Pinent Atskandera

Ford Strike Ends After Talks In Detroit

A Detroit strike involving about 106,000 workers ended after bargaining toward a compromise on gas assembly lines at the Rouge plant. The dispute stemmed from union calls for changes and ongoing negotiations were expected to continue, with a tentative end anticipated by Tuesday.

Iver Rouge Attrevetal Chage Tigee Company

Italian Tasmera Attack Rome Sunday War Sparks Fallout

Unclear fragmented report describes an attack in Rome on a Sunday involving Italian forces. The text references police, unauthorized action, and hostile activity with mentions of Yale and Fremona Shieh amid tense conditions. Details are severely damaged and names are uncertain.

Rome Fremona Yale

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