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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 07, 1946

Page

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ACT U PEARS INDUSTRIAL WALK-OUT HITS MELBOURNE SYDNEY

Sunday reports that ACTU urged Labour Minister Holloway to meet on industry problems as Melbourne workers walk out halting transport and Sydney foundries threaten closure Officials cite rail and wage dispute tensions with planned stop-work meetings and a national industry review affecting over 8 000 workers across metal trades and support sectors

Act U. Pears Melbourne Sydney Foundries Sydney Clancy Fernight A.C.T.U Labour and National Fice Mr. Holloway Mediesnanas Rain Teli Ino Melbourne Citisens Tnt Mabourns Nes Ustraien Anglmers Delon Optaber

Prime Minister Albin Hanson Dies After Meeting Collapse

In Stockholm a sudden collapse on a suburban street claimed the life of Prime Minister M. Albin Hanson as he walked home from a meeting. The incident occurred in daylight with authorities initiating routine inquiries into the death.

Stockholm Sun M. Albin Hanson

Malbourne Express Cancelled By Weather Alert

A fragment notes the Malbourne Express and Maltourne Express cancelled due to weather. It mentions trains to Al tery and a departure planned for tomorrow, with uncertainty about timing and further service disruption.

Viewarian Railway Malbourne Express Wratheras Vatanian Ree Maltourne Express Altery

Soviet Seeks UN Agenda on Occupation Forces

Soviet delegate Gromyko urged the United Nations General Assembly to examine the status of occupation forces in non enemy territories. He cited Article 11 of the UN Charter, saying the assembly may discuss any question affecting international peace. The plan was to add the item to the agenda for the meeting opening October 28.

New York Bunduy Gronybol Oieeral UO MT United Natien Imitty United Nations Gromyko United “Nations Revist Gromylo Security Council Agends Ny Arven Yolay

Planes Confront Severe Turbulence Over Long Flight

Flight crew report encountering heavy storms during a long journey from Bruce to Sydney. Airspeed dropped from 300 to about 140 miles per hour as pilots navigated dangerous weather, with significant turbulence reported along the route.

Byoney Bunday. Co Shormaste Tatany Panwenigars Bruce Sydney

Agitators Blamed For Korean Rioting

Aggressive crowds in Korea sparked a riot with police count reported as 53 injured and 20 missing as tension rose in Kyong Sang province near Mascot. Police and local officials were moving to restore order amid chaotic clashes and scattered arrests.

Aboul Korea Bundy Mascot Minster Tate Inter Kyong Malvourne RMA Eine Rbd Dcs Ato Dalakiee Entral viClou

Indian cabinet expected in New Delhi talks continue

In New Delhi discussions proceed between Dr Jinnah and Prime Minister Nehru over portfolio allotments in the New Indian Interim Government. The Viceroy appears concerned about the process and Nehru is expected to resign the vice presidency of the Council in favor of Dr Jinnah.

New Delhi Sun Dr. Jinnah Snd Nehru Counc Dr Jinsahs

18 Countries Join IW Co operative Oil Buying Scheme

London dispatch reports 18 nations joining an International Co operative Trading Agency initiative to form a global oil buying association. The body aims to use capital to support coordinated purchasing and market collaboration among participating countries, with the Zurich correspondent noting approval at the annual meeting.

IW Co-Operative London Joutien Australia Wilignese Zurich Co-operative ‘Trading Agency

Death sentences in IAAP airmen murder case

A Bellah military court sentenced one German airman to 80 years and another to one year for the slayings of IAAP prisoners. Two suspects were acquitted. The proceedings also named two additional airmen, believed to be Australians, and the outcome remains unsettled.

Braiord Bellah Kuin pHeoner

Persian troops destroy town after surrender near Shiraz

Report states Persian forces destroyed town of Chasen go Hann after heavy fighting near Shiraz. Relief column reached the garrison following 17 hours of combat as Quahqua tribesmen engaged the attackers and allied units moved toward the Persian Gulf front.

Taheran Bunny Peraian Chasen Go Hann Imavy Nady Shiraz Khagerun Drake Peralani Gulf Peralasy

Treaties Finalized After 28 Hour Session

After a record 28 hour sitting the Balkans Economic Committee resolved deadlock on reparations clause in peace treaties. Other committees completed all five treaties as delegates showed fatigue from the long session and extensive negotiations.

FARIS Balkans Economic Committee

Fragmentary Washington climate piece hints at global tensions

A garbled Sunday article critiques international pay disputes and Yugoslav capital relocation. It condemns climate concerns and notes US democratic ideals clash with racial prejudice while workers face modern conditions and indoor air.

Bulgaria Australia New York “Times United Yugoslavia Tatablian Washington Dlerka

Delegates Clash Over Bulgaria Greece Reparations Denial

Delegates from Yu' faalavia and Greece clashed over Bulgarian reparations with Yugoslavia seeking 1 percent of national income and Greece demanding funds. The debate spanned 45 minutes with Soviet and British observers noting divisions. the committee ultimately approved a plan distributing payments between Greece and Yugoslavia over ten years.

Yu' Faalavia Greece Vandarberg Dorty Yugoslavia Yugosleva Barsnow Horrtall Ieaechostovakiel Gusev Maggard Worn Kondo Byrne Bulgaria Yugosavia Ters’ Council Greg

Prayers for Rain Across Goulburn Diocese

Prayers for rain were offered in 11 Roman Catholic churches across the Goulburn diocese yesterday. An appeal for rain was made to relieve the statewide drought. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and all-day vigils before the altar were held at several churches.

Goulburn AL al Museoa Canberra Christopher Ancall Alex

National Quiz Final Next Monday

National Quiz Final set for October 4 with prize money totaling across four state teams. Australian stations will air questions and answers as finalists vie for the championship. Prize money will be divided equally among the four winning late teams, with state results showing varied scores across Victoria Queensland South Australia New South Wales Western Australia Tasmania and others.

Aminxorn Bhiniay Prine Bintes Conalais Victorian Queensland New Wales Western Australian Tasrannia

Britain to Sell Death Railway to Siamese

London reports the sale of the Death Railway to Siamese interests with a price near £1,590,100 sterling. The contract would include 65 locomotives, 1025 wagons, and 47 freight cars.

Britain London Finke and Samyaave Bangkok Ametioag Astogeted Press Dak

Superfortress Makes Nonstop Hawai i Cairo Flight

A Boeing B-29 Superfortress landed at Cairo at 6 08 p m Sydney time after a non stop flight from Hawaii The bomber faced severe weather over the Mediterranean and dangerously low fuel The aircraft was on a record attempt and faced weather conditions that could affect further progress An American official in London noted success depended on continuing favorable wind and rain conditions

Caino Bundy Cairo Hawai Mediterranean London Bate Jag Tasem Syney Bundaie Perth Columbus Shilo

British Alarm Over Truman Spanner In Palestine Crisis

British distress grows as President Truman urges substantial Jewish immigration to Palestine. Diplomatic notes indicate Arab Higher Committee summoned in Jerusalem to discuss the move, with Britain seeking a peaceable solution. Attlee briefed Truman’s move sparks White Paper speculation and tight political pressure in Washington and London.

Truman Palestine London Palestina Britain Prea Association Jerusalem Attlee Times Mr. Attlee Mr. Truman Pia Ita Iwimpanta Wauan Rgdeat Camhrta Werailaed Palpatinn Devine

Truman faces backers as Palestine policy tensions rise

President Truman signals backing for Jewish immigration into Palestine amid British and Arab tensions. News dispatch notes U S support for partition or settlement while Britain responds via statements from Belgrade and Washington. The report cites confidential talks between Truman and Attlee on Palestine cessation and migration policy.

Crossbar Rider in Double Fatality at Kingewood

Two youths died when a Beyele cycle collided with a motor truck near Kingewood early today. George Busterbrook, 28, of Pentit and Ashley Maen, 417, of Kingewood were riding the cycle. Mason was riding the cycle as a trailer travelled in the same direction struck.

Y. Bunday George Busterbrook Pentit Flale Anhley Maen Kingewood Kingawood Mine ‘Mason

Churchill Warns Socialists Threaten Empire Unity

Winston Churchill told a Blackpool crowd of about 65,000 that nationalisation and government overreach threaten Britain’s empire. He criticized Labour for abdication, warned India risks secession, and urged a firm postwar plan to retain Britain’s global influence against communist and fiscal pressures.

London Antar ‘Prise Winston Churchil Blackpoo Churchill Tain

Malayan Sultans to Be Restored in Singapore

A Singapore report notes the working committee of British officials and appointed representatives recommend restoring the Malayan sultans as sovereign rulers of their states. The proposal nearly abandons plans for a Malayan union, signaling a shift in colonial policy for the region.

Suseyay Bundy Mor Esi Caris Ft. Wing Singapore Sultana Britiel Malyan Union

Britain and United States Agree to Shared Refugee Costs

Britain and the United States will share major refugee costs under a UN arranged plan. Britain pays about 22 million dollars and the United States roughly 108 million toward a total budget, with other UN members covering the remainder to meet an 181 million dollar target. The program continues through June 30 unless a UN refugee framework is established, after which funding and care arrangements will adapt.

Britain America United Nations Etwas Saitiapiacadt Mlmeruiwera United Nations Unuilas Perens Ivan Nah PU Eagmanys Sumiber Ersisialm

New Canberra Research Lab to Expand Agricultural Studies

A Canberra agristological research center is planned as part of a broader program by the C.S. & LR to extend investigations into pasture science and nutritional issues. The proposal includes a dialogical research centre at Prospect Parramatta and regional stations across Queensland New South Wales and other sites to advance pastoral and parasitology work with Australian and United Kingdom collaborations. The effort centers on establishing facilities at Adelaide University and a major laboratory in Sydney, aiming to boost Australia’s pasture and wool industries through a national network of experimental stations.

Sydne Canberra C8. & LM. Tn Woot Heey Chrow Prospect Parramatta Ingdom Apparattad Gllruth Plaka Queensland Itiverine USAY Gllruth Plaine Baumaren Ata Thon Armidale Tradgls Experimental Farm Adelaide University MacMaster 'Azishal Laboratory Sydney Cal AE. Richardson Australlas Victor I Australis of Scientisc

Big Railway Works for Country Development Plan

A fragmented excerpt discusses railway projects and national development. It highlights decentralisation aims and expected benefits to population centers. The note mentions government involvement and regional contribution to growth, stressing industry and infrastructure.

Ona Suey Sana

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