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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 24, 1947

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Attack on Banking Bill Declared Undemocratic by Menzies

Fragmentary report shows Mr Menzies denouncing a banking measure as undemocratic. Speech in parliament ignited debate while Labour forces remained largely silent. Interjections by Mr Shine and Transport Minister de Ward branch into procedural tactics, with warnings against capitulation and calls to defend acquired arms.

MR. Menzies Menzies Grussal Capenalioy Shiney Tranaport de Ward Fort Ma Mensies Abnat

U N Approval Of Mandate For Nauru Authorized

The United Nations, despite opposition, approved a mandate for the territory of Nauru submitted by Australia, New Zealand and Britain. Delegates including the Soviet Union and Yugoslavia supported the measure, which aims to protect rights and promote political education. The proceedings featured strong arguments about democracy, welfare, and self-government for Nauruans with emphasis on education and health services.

Nawra Australia New Zealand Britain Novalis Yugoslavia Toland Nauru W. D. Brayth Neuru At Nt

Bank depositor issues and regulatory debate impacts

Report discusses effects on depositors Mt, Manton, and Quad amid widespread concerns about regulation. It notes 1.4 million in a heap of assets, mentions the South Wales and Australia context, and quotes Prime Minister response and bank manager appeals to regional committees. The piece contrasts nationalisation arguments with current policy and cautions against accepting propaganda.

Manton Quad At South Wales Australia Vic Euan Wen Cnifley Mersies Whittey Hitler Com. Truniat Runein Fsaciat Amentine Ronce Tate Menst

Accident to Philip Mountbatten in Wiltshire car crash

Reports state Prince Philip Mountbatten suffered a broken knee in a Tuesday night car accident while en route to the Royal Naval hospital in Corham Wiltshire. He reportedly walked with crutches yesterday and attended duties wearing aid.

London Thuteday Liewt Philip Untbatian Royal Naval Pat Corham Wiltshiew

Profit and Private Interest Debate Seeks Economic Direction

In a controversial discussion linking private banks to profit, the debate questions policies that favor privatized control. The exchange cites figures from Commonwealth banks and political figures including Menzies and Chifley, contrasting views on centralization of production and the role of private profit in national policy.

JAP Peace Conference Likely Before Year End

Washington reports a Japanese peace treaty conference may occur before year end. Acting Secretary Lovett said the State Department is reviewing Foussian and Chinese proposals favoring a Council of Foreign Ministers with veto power for the Big Powers.

Washington Mr. Lovett State Department Foussian Council of Foreign Ministers

Coupons For Wedding Of Princess Elizabeth

The Board of Trade announced in the Hour of Camere that ten clothing coupons and ten bean coupons would be issued to Princess Elizabeth for her wedding. The Board plans to provide necessary coupons to facilitate gifts from the Methen indduatry. The Princess is to hold a collection on November 1 of a Sart ehiltatcean Samanns Drevert. The practice will proceed as arranged.

London Board of ‘Trade SM. Wilbon Hour of Camere Elizabeth Board of Trade Urdartakert Tim Prin Methen Methen Indduatry Hax

Communists Arrests Dominate Chile News Headlines

Reports from Santiago indicate police arrested hundreds of Communist leaders amid warrants for about 200 others. The action follows suppressive measures and strains with neighboring nations as disputes over the Communist program unfold.

Santiago Che Bat Cornitalot Sally Rome Brasil Riumia Cone Tinue Ign ati-Commmunist Braall Chile

Princess Addresses Women’s Roles in War and Education

A speech by Princess Elizabeth discusses women’s place in war and life, noting their growing participation. She praises women’s progress and cites the College for Women at Durham, arguing women can learn and contribute while honoring traditional duties, and stressing the need for rights without losing identity.

London Sharpe Hlizabeth College For Women Durham Cal ‘Ary

Petrol Rationing To Stay In One Britain

London report shows continued petrol economy measures with rationing to persist. Prime Minister stated that even with vehicle licenses and petrol tax revenues, spending on imports and wartime needs outweighs any savings. He noted government cannot abolish basic petrol restrictions despite arguments.

London Alliee Phathia

Bombs in Jaffa injure workers and damage shops in Jerusalem

Reports say two explosions in Jaffa wounded people and caused extensive damage to Jewish goods shops. A Jerusalem prison escape was attempted by Archer Bpeilman, a 10 year arms case inmate, despite guards. A Jewish Agency spokesman discussed draft solutions and civilian duties as tensions rise over Palestine partition and international response.

Jerusalem Boyesti Jeffa Mentara Jerusalon Archer Bpeilman Jewish Agency Associated Ore Tegal Department Colinell la Eglin Brat Leumitteclarest Arey Ardchile 19 Palestine Find

Russia Not Possessing Atomic Bomb Claim Report

A disjointed wartime dispatch notes Zhdanov as admitting Russia, as regent, lacks an atomic stockpile. The article cites Comintern actions and a Polish Communist official organ, with references to forthcoming declarations and a shift in stance amid wartime uncertainty.

Russia Warsaw Zhdanov Conaniat Party Raussia Mi Hidanov Warnuw Comintern Comemuniat

U S Pacific Strategy Cited To Deter Japanese Attack

The article quotes Secretary Forrestal and Senator Brewater praising the U S Pacific strategy for preventing a Japanese attack. It notes the Navy thrust into Guadalcanal in 1942 and claims it forced Japan to divert vast resources and pilots, while suggesting a possible avoided strike on Viadivontock.

Armorica de Paahe Rehnioyst Papa ‘Marican Pacific Japan Secratary Fresno Senator Brewater Moscow Forrestal U.S. Navy Guadalanal

Chinese Reds Gain Major Town on Sungari River

Nanking reports unconfirmed uptake of Tehhui a key town on the Sungeri River by Communist forces, with intense attacks from multiple fronts. AM Reuters dispatches note rail and power damage near Bungari dam as forces concentrate around Fernand Changsha, while authorities warn the north east war may persist amid international complications.

Sungari Nanking Tehhui Sungeri Sirin Bungari Dam Cours Hees Fernand’ Changsha Pheer Munenurt Rangelz North China Manchuria Preas Klin Stry Hhe Mutakirte

Persia voids oil deal with Soviet, parliament declares

In Teheran the Persian parliament rejected the proposed oil agreement with Russia by a 102 vote majority, saying no concessions to foreigners or partners. The government will seek oil reserves and consider selling to Russia after exploration. The report recalls Azerbaijan tensions and Russian troops, with calls for a joint oil exploitation plan.

Teheran Russia Parsiid Anglo-Russian Oil Co Persia Dunia Perala Moscow Rumslan Azerbaijan Permian Perau Tusala Ube Musaiane Ater

Japan's Whaling Expedition Defended Amid Global Debate

Fragmented report on Japan defending its whaling expedition as the Marshall Plan nears completion. Mentions American interests, European positions, and calls for a broader international agreement on whale hunting and meat markets.

Fragmentary London note on wartime airfield plan

A garbled London dispatch reports a wartime plan linked to air operations and public works. The text is heavily corrupted, but mentions an airman and an evacuation context tied to a planned site and nearby area.

Opium Seized On Freighter Masula At Pramantlo

The Customs Department seized 30 pounds of raw opium on the freighter Masula at Pramantlo today. The Masula arrived from India on Monday. Officers conducted a search of the vessel amid reports of contraband cargo and pips in the hold.

Perth Thureday Customs Department Pramantlo India Toul Ridder

Ramadier forms new 13 member French Cabinet in crisis

Paris reports Premier Ramadier has reshuffled to a 13 member cabinet after resignations while the National Assembly season looms. Key posts include Schuman in Finance and Mayer in Labour, with Ramadier signaling a central bill to counter Communist and de Gaulle influence as political tensions rise.

Paris Ramadie Memibeta Formar Jules Moet Pierre Tregen Robert Schuman Dare Routore Ind Connature Andre Matie Rad Mdouard de Preux Robert Lavonte Bae Marcel Nac- Felen Raucilion Yvon del Vo

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