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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 13, 1947

Page

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America supports partition of Palestine in UN plan

A long dispatch notes Washington backs a UN partition proposal for Palestine as Arab leaders threaten resistance to any foreign invasion. The report cites Royal and British diplomatic channels, with figures on Arab military readiness, Jordanian and Beir um engagement, and warnings from Arab states about a possible invasion and countermeasures.

America Partition OF Palestine Marechal Haan United Minter United Natlons Cmd Tae Opto Qpeini Pave Ordee Ares A Reuter Beir Tale Vette Mewn Acd Sid Palentine Egypt Ara Byrin Lebanon Franajordan Gaudi Arabia Yemen Palestine Araba Mutuwa Mguren Shou Langth Manda Wtales Arab League Beirut Cairo Antisa Calentine Sajor Evorst Majeda

Security Council Fails Over Indonesia Demarcation Line

The Security Council failed to decide on a proposed demarcation line in Indonesia. Diplomatic quarrel emerges with Britain France Belgium and other delegates urging immediate action as reports of military movements surface.

Security Council Indonesia Lake Success N.Y Hoigsan van Kelfens Wndonests Vedlona Alexander Britain Fonerina France Belgium Leanldt Cadogan

New Cabinet Formed in East Indonesia

Plauters BATAVIA reports a new cabinet formed in East Indonesia under 48. Wareuw as Prime Minister. The principal ministries are noted, with a focus on regional administration and defense. India and allied lines are mentioned in cryptic terms, including references to Colchas'Matocems and Laver Bande telande.

Saab. Plauters Batavia Indonesia Wareuw Twtarlor Teliawring al Eraanee Indianasia Colchas'Matocems Laver Bande Telande

Correcidor Passes to Philippines Manila

A garbled report mentions travels to the Philippines and references a flag, a day named Carrey, and a juridical context related to Utley, with unclear phrases and wording.

Philippines Manila United Mentan Juris Utley Pilipinas

American Offer to Break Geneva Deadlock

London dispatch reports a new United States proposal to ease Geneva negotiations without yielding Dominion concessions on imperial preferences unless paired with substantial gains. Britons and Dominions resist ceding from planned reforms, while talks in London and Geneva focus on tariff reductions and a phased move away from imperial preferences, with a cautious tone from Bevin and Cripps amid U S mediation.

Beitain Dominiona Tritein United Staten Britain Mir Meng ‘Bevin Bir Cripps London Tate Mer Aiall Deingule de Cocana Will Australie Uni Malan Tel United “States Brinn United Press Geneve United Ratan Huntieh Premias Westington Britiay Commonwealth

Record Wheat Price Since 1920

CHICAGO Sunday Forty tens of No 1 hard heard at 3.75 dollars per bushel on the Board of Trade. The report notes a record wheat price in 1920s market activity with the Chicago board indicating strong demand.

Chicago

Australia Out to Amend UN Veto Power Gag

The Australian ambassador, in a Sunday speech at Wilson College, urged removal of veto power by permanent Security Council members to avoid stalling UN work. He pressed for early peace settlements in Europe and the Pacific and warned that continued vetoes hinder economic reconstruction efforts.

Wilson Coleg Angelis United Nations Australie Security Council Australia Bath Europe Pacific

Vietnam leader's followers killed in daytime attack

Notable extremists linked to Ho Chi Minh era faced fatal harm when a group attacked a convoy near Hatgon. Nguyen Van Bam, a peace talks negotiator, and Truong Dinh Tri of the Vita Ministry committee were among those injured or killed during the 9 PM event, amid apparent political tensions.

Hatgon Wunday Benta- Avely Vietnam Te Ho Chi Minh Nguyen van Bam Annamite Bac Dai Truong Dinh Tri Dent Vita Tanto Wasan Ainatadam Wan Triwan

U N Setback to Colonial Powers at United Nations

The United Nations faced a setback as a Soviet draft resolution urging decolonization received 90 votes in favor, while a Canadian backed measure urging independence for territories was defeated. The U S delegate warned the Soviet plan violated the UN Charter, arguing it would destabilize the governance framework for tutored territories.

Pawara United Nations Nor-Selt Therm Yadlian Territarien Tate United States Jacla Bayre Wali

Prime Minister to miss royal wedding in London

Wellington reports Prime Minister in unable to attend Princess Elizabeth’s wedding. New Zealand to be represented by the High Commissioner in London at the ceremony.

A.ap Bautaray Wellington Hun Elizabeth New Zeeland London

Fire destroys large Colombian fort port and garage

A Bretant night blaze tore through Tumaca, Colombia's key port facility and adjoining garage, causing extensive damage estimated at 740,000 dollars. The fire destroyed warehouses and storage areas, with authorities beginning an investigation into the blaze.

Tumaca Columbia

Balkans Border Commission Set by U N Assembly

The United Nations Assembly political committee adopted a Balkans border commission plan by 36 votes to sitting with 10 abstentions. Albania Bulgaria and Yugoslavia faced accusations of aiding Greek guerrillas while Britain and the United States backed a new border investigation body.

Lake Success United Nations Assembly Balkans Albania Enel Investigation Commission Bulgaria Albeuia Yugo Maine Realigal Commission Oetand

Chile Accuses Yugoslavia of Plot to Foment Strikes

Chile charges Yugoslav diplomats plotted to spark strikes in Chilean industries while Yugoslavia breaks diplomatic ties with Chile over alleged interference. Moscow and others reportedly cited as promoting clandestine groups and labor activity.

Chile London Yugoslavia

Chile accuses Yugoslav diplomats in conspiracy plot

Chilean officials state two Yugoslav diplomats in Santiago and Buenos Aires planned to disrupt Chile's defenses. President Videla orders sanctions against those involved and threatens joint action with Argentina and other South American states. Chile locks diplomats, tightens coal rationing as miners strike politics turn revolutionary.

Bantiboo Metil Woeday Vast Wien Erikow Chila'e Vital Buenos Aires Santiago Fluenos Chile Videla Adela Concepctin

More Autonomy Sought for Samoans in Western Samoa

United Nations mission to Western Samoa urged the Trusteeship Council to grant Samoans a considerably larger measure of local government while New Zealand continues to act as administrator. The petition emphasizes greater self rule within the existing framework and cites ongoing governance concerns in the territory.

New York United Nations Western Samoa Causcil Samo New Zealand Bumoane

Negro Complaint To U.S Against Discrimination

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will submit a document to the United States government charging discrimination against Negroes. It argues that discrimination is not only about poverty and ignorance but persists despite wealth.

U.S New York National Association of Development of Caloured People United Ne- Lone United Save the United Ana Ieharacter

Truman to launch drive for voluntary conservation effort

President Truman plans to urge mayors of American cities to form citizen committees to promote voluntary conservation and food drives. He is expected to telegraph an appeal to state governors early next week.

Truman Washington Nog Amercan

Russia Offers To Withdraw Troops In Korea

A translated dispatch reports Russia proposing troop withdrawals in Korea amid stalled talks with the United States and South Korea. Moscow says both sides should withdraw if no agreement is reached, urging joint readiness to withdraw in a synchronized move.

Russia Korea

Trade Union Leaders Warn Against Strikes in Beit Ling

Beit Ling reports Beit Trade Union Committee officials urge workers to stay on the job to avoid starvation as Britain and Australia discuss Commonwealth links. Arthur Crputin, secretary of the General Workers' Union, says keeping prices stable and work steady is the only path back to normal.

Ban Prancusod Beit Australias Brita Commonwealth Arthur Crputin Rom Rt Syd General Workers’ Union Anid Tam Meauin Hay MM Swell Beit Ln

Not Enough Gas for Bank Theft in Melbourne

unclear text describes a bank theft attempt in Melbourne. Thieves entered Jomat Bank, cut through something with an acetylene torch, failed to secure a getaway, and abandoned the tank. Details are fragmentary and names or precise location not confirmed.

Melbourne Jomat Bank

Governor General speech on minority protection in India

In Karagh Sunday reporting, the Governor General of Pubietan Dr. dinaah emphasises minority protection and a square deal. He warns against ongoing victimisation of minorities and suggests population exchange as a possible policy, to be considered at government level, not by fringe groups. The remarks reflect caution about stirring up anti national sentiment and stress official responsibility.

New York Grexil England Lamdan London Palestine Britain Ponuider Ap Karagh Dinaah Pokaan Minoritiag Unab Tegla Ita Minoritian India Monera Palin Mn

Dairymen May Enforce Milk Strike

Dairymen in New South Wales plan to cut milk supplies starting next week unless demands are met. The Milk Zone Council secretary reports emergency measures may allow contracts with factories to supply areas outside the zone, targeting towns including Wingham Manning and Taree to secure milk for the Mile Beard region.

Byoney Gutday Dairymen New South Wiles Woatlugang Neweaeti Nes Daleywéne Mile Zone Parton Fimur Ulside Houcester Wingham Manning

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