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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 17, 1947

Page

1

Dark and Dangerous Days for France in Turmoil

The Sunday Times correspondent reports escalating unrest in France as a British carrier withdraws from the Pacific. Parliament faces pressure for strong action to restore order amid Communist activity, strikes, and government instability. French authorities search for kidnapped children amid rising security concerns as Russia’s influence looms and ties with Britain drift. The carrier withdrawal signals potential shifts in Allied strategy and regional security.

Pails Arrives to Discuss Pro Tennis in U S

Dinny Pails arrived from Australia to meet promoter Harris and Kramer about turning professional. He said odds were 10 to 1 against remaining an amateur and planned a possible tour in California and Australia. He noted potential fees and a school plan upon return, with Australian Tennis Association discussions ongoing.

Pails U.S San Francisco Dinny Pails Australis Kearmer Lee Apgglie Chis Jack Harrie Pile Brown Brotawich Harris Kramer Lae Angeles Vaiin Wut Anid Teans School Australia

General Assembly To Hold Session in Europe

The General Assembly plans a session in Europe to discuss budgetary limits and expense reductions. Negotiations involve Britain and allies as they debate venue and voting requirements for key decisions.

General Assembly Europe

Typhoon Strikes Manila and Northern Luzon Causes Damage

Reports show widespread destruction in the province after Tre pion swept across Northern Luzon and Manila. Partial evacuations occurred in Manila toward Zemboangs and Okinews while railway communications south of Manila were cut.

Manila Tre Pion Acrone Luson Zemboangs Okinews Garth

Pianas Burday Amidst Mumbled European Names

A scrambled OCR fragment mentions places and people such as Sweden Holland Cesena and unknown entities. The readable text hints at a travel or event context with dates and names but remains largely garbled and incomplete. The item reads as a damaged note rather than a clear news item.

Pe 5 Canoes Sarees oer te th

Five canoes and sarees featured in a local event with participants listed in brief, unclear OCR text. Names and exact details are unreadable, but the fragment points to a community notices page focusing on crafts and vessels.

Malayan Press Criticizes Australia Over Malay Women Exit

The Malayans press harshly condemns Australia for ordering Malay women married to Australian men to leave. An official cites Australia does not want Malays yet Malaya remains wary. The commentary reflects tensions between communities as Australia’s stance prompts reaction.

A.a.revtern Ingapore Gavtenment Weamen Australia Erica A Malayen Malaya

Soviet Sunaty ySCOW delay on United Beaten proposal

Foreign in Moscow said the adoption of the United Beaten proposal for & MLithie Assembly placed UAL in a precarious position. Toesow's reaction might influence UAL, AP reports from Moscow and the American Associated Press.

Yscow Fundey Foreign Re Moscow United UAL Toesow Uyarnatic Associated Press

JRESS AL 10m or JRESS AL 10m or LONDON Sunday Ceremonial

In a foggy London morning sunlight warmed the city as a ceremonial pageant formed to honor Princess Elizabeth and Lieutenant Cetate Abbey. The event drew officers and 120 men of the Moor in full dress for a formal parade and greeting at a royal residence.

London Elizabeth Cetate Abbey

Resignation of President of India Congress

Delhi Sunday report that J. B. Kripalani resigned as president of the Indian Congress, citing lack of full confidence on key matters. He warned that without strong unity and amicable settlement, tensions over Kashmir Hyderabad and Junagadh could push India toward war.

India Congress Delhi Ai India Deven Ce Congres J. B. Kripalani Congres Nation India Kastmir Hyderabad Junagidh

London Streets Close for Royal Wedding

London plans closed streets and one way routes on wedding day as authorities restrict traffic. Officials expect royal procession and crowds, with precautionary measures in place to maintain order and safety.

London Lontion Sunes Londin Patie Lave Michael Humana Aya Ragyal Sedeng den Juan Mozambique Elizabeth Resey Graecht

Mosley Speech Met by Brick Barrage at London Hall

Reportedly bricks were hurled into a hall as Sir Oswald Mosley spoke, police used truncheons against demonstrators, and a crowd from Pesringston Street faced the hall. Mosley claimed Britain faced invasion and urged action as Western Union warned Europe of danger.

London Matty Bal & Pesringston Street Ovwala Mosley Mosley America Bux Weatarn Union Europe Sir Gawald England

Communists to Organise in East Asia

Report notes a conference of communist delegates from China Outer Mongolia Manchuria Japan and nearby regions set to meet in Europe to plan organization. The item highlights a wide regional assembly and potential strategic coordination among parties across East Asia.

East Asia Mowgkong Tor Rosteen Jae Manshuris Europe Ching Outer Mongolia Mancharia Japan Nergrern Berea Heya Ben

Dedman Arrives in San Francisco Amid Postwar Talks

Ban Francisco Sunday report on Minister for Post-War Reconstruction Mr Dedman arriving in San Francisco en route to international trade discussions. He stated the Australian government aimed to expand trade and apply provisional measures to foster postwar relations with the United States and other nations amid reforms and concession debates.

Ban Francisco Mir. Dedman Bavana Australien Tieneva

Australia enters era of great prosperity claims

A presidential press conference in Canberra quotes American Ambassador Butler declaring Australia entering a new era of prosperity. He says the land offers great opportunities and notes 1,000 Americans eager to settle, but claims no facilities are available. The remarks frame Australia as a promising destination amid immigration talk.

New York Burvtay Jamerican Canberra BT Butler Socie Australia Erbe Australis Tor Real Masons

Landon Bundey Sorrow Ja Purteam Union Revives

A fragment from a historical page notes the Amalgamated Engineering Union affecting revival efforts after a disruption. It mentions Bundey and Landon in a context of a national union initiative and organizational change.

Landon Bundey Ja-Purteam Amalgamated Engineering Union

Surma's King Murdered by Plotters Reported in Siam Coup

Investigations completed on Thursday reveal that the king of Siam was murdered, with border officials noting arrests among suspects. General Phin Chinhewan, Surment Deputy, asserted adequate evidence against several detainees as police claimed a counterrevolution plot foiled.

Singapore Anands Siam Waa Lisut Phin Chinhewan Ania Bang Nolke Ane Paisao Biany Ruumigeos Mare Bam Sime Tae Arend Metadel

Palestine Committee Outlines Rights of Mandatory Power

A New York report describes a Palestine partition plan with a clause requiring the mandatory power to negotiate on concessions with the UN Commission during the mandate period. The text notes fears over liquidation of Palestinian assets and mentions British and Jewish Agency positions, with talks scheduled amid tensions in Jerusalem and potential war preparation.

New York Tedey United Nations Commission Mandatory Commission Fomtas Ghartak Jewiah Agency Seraid-Tribune Jerusalem Brit Palestine Jewish Agency Plvcles Keiah Palestinian Br. Ratt Palasne Partition Evatt Lowiah Tates Jeruaniey Ramale Batween Erreriat Brita Finganah Jerusaler Arab Legion Alficere United Press Araman Idex Senecher Nohem Lawrence Manosivten Chane Pasha Trannjordan

Truman Seeks Long Range Plan For Europe

Washington reports President Truman intends to submit a long range Europe policy plan. The move aims to shape postwar strategy with potential sanctions and coordinated actions among allied powers.

Truman Europe Washington

Complaints Against Police At Savoy Hotel Struck

Police complaints at the Savoy Hotel drew attention as officials debated leadership and plans amid national union activity in London. Reports mention delays in a local inquiry, lack of arrests, and crude oil deliveries near the area with little injury reported.

Savoy Hotel

Fragmentary Report On June 28 Atomic Bomb Claim

Fragmented OCR text reports a claim that an atomic bomb event occurred on June 28 near a regraph station led by De Hillier. The text is garbled, mentions navy uniforms and European actions, and lacks clear names, dates, or verifiable details.

Frawkyurt de. Hillier Wil Ff Nak Hieh Lemore Anh Ax Thom Btuttgar Ae

Fay increases for English miners headline

London The National Cost Board and Miner and Unions leaders agree to wage rises for underground and surface workers. Weekly base pay rises to 40 shillings for face workers and 9 46/18 for underground, with adjustments planned after a November union conference approves the deal.

London Nationst Cost Board

SARTAN LEAVES BAN FRANCIBCO FOR NEW YORK

A fragmentary news note reports a person identified as Sartan plans a journey toward New York after a stay in Ban Francibo. The text mentions a former American WAC member and a daughter in context of travel and residence, but details are incomplete and unclear.

Ban Francibco Pis Mase New York Mme

Ampargh Opens Is President Campaign Speech

A garbled early press item notes Amparguh or Ampargh opening as president amid a tense political scene. It mentions MacArthur and a meeting with the public, signaling a shift toward a Republican platform and mobilization for broader support.

Unclear fragment on BUCH AREA and officials

Fragmentary text mentions Buch Area and various officials including Constantin Zannacu and a Ministry Secretary General. Many garbled phrases reference foreign matters and potential political figures with no coherent event or dates to summarize.

Buch Anne Pater Constantin Zannacu Ministry Osha Pla Potantiary Mluiatera Quheliora

Naturalisation Notice Confused By Translation Error

An official statement from the immigration minister sources confusion over a naturalisation request. The communication references a nonstandard phrase and a potential misread, leaving the status unclear while noting eligibility for potential naturalisation remains under consideration.

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