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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 02, 1948

Page

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Australian Governor General opens 18th Parliament session

The Governor General Mr McKell opened the second session of the 18th Parliament. He stressed Australian government support for the United Kingdom’s recovery, outlined plans to expand production, defend the nation, and boost employment. He noted civil aviation progress, export trade aims, and research contribution, with a forecast of new bills and ongoing expansion efforts.

McKell Dallara United Kingdom Mokell Vinera Aca MVCN Austell Afi Austalia

Tito Tightens Grip On Yugoslavia Government Reshuffle

The government reshuffle elevates Kor deli hae to Foreign Minister and promotes other leaders including Rankovich as Interior Minister and Dur blagoje Neskovic. Nemkovic advances from premier to prime ministerial role, while the Federal Central Commission chair becomes prominent in policy shaping.

Kordeli Hae Frdial Control Commission Sifiic Rankovich Blagoje Neskovic Gie Premiors Nemkovic Premivy Pterbia Putitbura Cormaston

Attlee Thanks Australia for Gift to Britain

In London on Wednesday Prime Minister Attlee sent a message to Australian PM Chifley thanking Australia for a £117 million gift to Britain. Attlee called it a symbol of common effort and encouragement for Europe’s reconstruction.

London Mr. Attlee Mr. Chifley Australia Britain Europe

Dutch Celebrate Golden Jubilee of Wilhelmina

Amsterdam crowds celebrate Queen Wilhelmina’s 50 year reign with parades and public tributes. Royal events in The Hague and Pretoria reflect the empire’s reach as nations mark legacy and lineage while New York reports boxing plans for a Madison Square Garden bout on November 12.

Wilhelmina Amsterdam New York Rasuracheries Joe Banke Ute Tony Medison

Egypt bans high flying plane over Kaypeiar incident

A scrambled and garbled report describes Egypt banning high flying activity amid a cited incident involving a plane. Authorities impose a writ and warning appears linked to a Sunday deadline. Named parties are unclear in the fragment.

Caimo

Wool clip savings indicated in Australia New York

Australian foreign trade council outlines potential wool clip savings up to £14 million yearly. Proposals include better handling from sheep to auction, improved transport, and rail and steel infrastructure to boost efficiency. Government policy aims to encourage investment and industrial modernization across Australia and New Zealand sections.

New York Tietimater Australia Divisio Wichutriat Auatralian Podtwar Ihr Breen Gew Zealand Nac Jonsi Foreign ‘Trade Counc Ringland Urbeialngy Alte Beaton Eatehugh

No Singleness of Purpose Among Allies Cited

Reuters reports on the third anniversary of the war with General MacArthur praising Japanese efforts toward peaceful goals while noting diminished unity among Allied nations. The piece references Tokyo Bay and the specter of war, highlighting fragile consensus and shifting Allied resolve.

Reuters MacArthur Apila Atone Tokyo Bay

Fragmentary OCR note about named entities and locations

A garbled OCR fragment mentions British Warrior and names like George P. The text references Ash Weatherday and a remand date, with unclear context. No coherent event or outcome can be established from the readable parts.

Weatherday Nile

AIR TRANSPORT ON CREDIT PLAN MONTREAT

Aged OCR text outlines an air transport credit plan. It mentions international air lines and passengers seeking croft fare arrangements. The note references North America airlines and a policy to be honoured by all other carriers.

AIR Transport ON Credit Plan Trent North America

Baby Born After Mother's Death At St Mary's Hospital

In Portsmouth yesterday surgeons at St Mary's Hospital delivered a baby boy minutes after the mother died during labor. The infant weighed 47 ounces at birth and survived the delivery, with clinical details confined to the hospital report.

London St Mary's Hospital Portsmouth

U S Pictures Not To Be Shown As Second Features

London reports American studios bar US pictures from serving as second features in Britain. Eric Jonathan, president of the American Motion Picture Association, says Britain must choose between protection of one market or a free world market. He criticizes advertising rivals.

Jullana Ale ‘Roe Teteton Africa U.S London Wednessay Wodacera Shelima Brin Abus Sky Eric Johnatan British Industrs Id Money

Refused to Sail to Shanghai

A ship from Hongkong faced rejection as authorities likely refused to sail toward Shanghai. The crew on the liner 120K, under French command, may be rerouted or held back, with possible detainment or redirection to Antigon.

Hongkong Beenias Asie Tan Abip Caamapollion Vfusetti Agil Bhanghat

Chinese Official Killed in Malaya Shooting Mystery

Singapore dispatch reports Chinese unofficial council member Dr. Ong Chone Keng shot three times in the head on a Penang path. He died after surgery with attackers believed to have fled on a motorcycle. Penang police widened the hunt for the assailants as Britons and anti Communist sentiments rise.

Singapore Ong Chone Keng Penang Ong Ismaall Fay Mekenuion Far Tisimer Wan Thoma Letroriata

Stormy Meeting Confronts Henry Wallace at Campaign Stop

Henry Wallace faced tomatoes and other produce as he toured Charlotte during a stormy campaign stop. Eggs and missiles struck the crowd near a court. three men were arrested for disorderly conduct.

Henry Wallace Charlotte New York North Carolina Hickory Truman Walle Remy Moncow Henry Hick Newan Cor Negyo Busi

Death of Stalin's successor announced

Moscow reports the death of Vyacheslav Molotov’s colleague and successor in the Soviet leadership. An obituary note from the British Press confirms the death in Moscow. Five doctors observed paralysis and heart failure leading to death, with official statements attributing the cause to long illness.

Stalin Morcow Wernentiy Momcaw Rad Zhienay Blalin Jnime Boviat Y Chymuniet Erdanay Hinena Ie Tnva Ehdonoy Etna Ineluting Biwi Mol Tneboay Chumna Joe Iniona Mreacov Yausunla Jzydanov Dani Meyers

County Cricket Report From London Matches

A garbled cricket summary from London matches reports scores and player names with many OCR errors. It mentions century scorers, declarations, wickets, and innings with partial figures for several counties and teams and unnamed players across multiple games.

Truman Endorsed G10 By 30 Votes in Congress

The article reports Truman receiving endorsement from a faction within the executive branch of a national party, with a 30 vote margin. It notes Truman appears positioned for re election and mentions support for Thomas Lewey and Alben Barkley for vice president, reflecting party alignment and leadership priorities.

Washington Weanesaay la Eho Congress of 'N Auetrial Organiation Yeatensway Horeedt Truman Thomas Lewey Alben Barkley

Deputies Ordered of at Clgaruan

Widnesday Onders have boen ined for the annwal of seven Opposition Boeing Democratic de Tocome! of the Sulgarian Eaclament 101d British United & Preag tia Oweputien are e cuand nf andenatient ex tiviies tin the prrcine charge aguinat Ujem will be published shorty.

Bofta. Widnesday Onders Boeing Democratic de “Tocome British United

Military Governors Hold Conference in Berlin

Reports describe a meeting of military governors in Berlin amid currency and postwar restoration talks. Officials discuss German currency reform and coordination with Allied authorities while signaling unity on stabilizing western zones and communicating plans for a peaceful transition.

Berlin

Hurricane Raging After Six Days At Sea Near Cape Matteran

A distressed Atlantic storm battered waters for six days, with reports of a second tropical cyclone forming about 1930 miles south of a Cape area. Strong gales and rough seas affected coastal regions, as weather officials tracked the storms and warned of continued danger offshore.

Miami Capes Foekaa Cape Matteran Mae Taique

Canadian Warships To Visit Pearl Harbor From British Columbia

A Canadian naval delegation led by the cruiser Ontario will sail from British Columbia on October 11 to visit Pearl Harbor. It marks the largest Canadian warship group to head west since the end of World War II.

Ottawa Ontario British Columbia Pearl Harbour

U S Designing Plane For 2000 MPH

A hurried fragmentary report notes U S efforts to design a superfast aircraft reaching 2000 mph. Project goals include high speed, high altitude, and advanced propulsion concepts under Douglas Aircraft. Details are garbled but imply exploratory work on extreme airframe and propulsion integration.

Douglas Mleiter Peopulaire Unite

Capital living conditions and economic notes a report

A garbled report from Dublin cites government and central bank officials discussing export expansion and import reduction. The text mentions Mr Joseph Temnant and a serious note on capital, with references to balance of payments and economic policy, though many words are distorted.

Dublin Joseph Temnant

Government Communique on Crushing Burmese Rebellion

Rangoon reports a government communique pledges to crush the Communist rebellion in Burma. Officials claim progress with arrests and a crackdown led by Tin government sources as operations expand into Maungdaw area.

Rangoon Surly Gelber Brabin

Death Watch on Dr Benes Amid Uncertain Health

A fragmentary wartime bulletin reports Dr Benes in critical condition with limited officials confirming the Prague government’s fate remains unsettled. Doctors note fluctuating consciousness and volatile health as authorities weigh leadership continuity and international reactions.

Dr. Benes Mario Damnatiog Prague Eire Reculere Tena

Barnes Opened with a First Ball at Cricket Match

Australia posted 2040 in minutes as Barnes, Griffiths and Mallet starred with early successes. Bailey, Mallett and Harvery contributed as the innings advanced while Bradman reached 4 in the pace phase. The scene centered on Barns first ton and a string of quick runs, with Roy Wort fine leg and a series of notable fielding plays shaping the outcome.

Ana Ie Bailey Swat Selahed Mallett Bradnan Breiman Withangs Dale Loenarttle Australia Griffiths Raley Frag Hancett Harvey

Quist and Sidwell Shine in Singles at Davis Cup

Quist and Sidwell star as Australia faces tough rounds in the Davis Cup. Reports from New York hint at doubles decisions while singles wins and steady improvement mark practice ahead of the tie against tough American opponents.

Porret Milla Wadnesday Adrian Quist Bidwell Veill Australia Singiaa Aguinat America New York Sulat Bhrorder Richard Gonwates Gaplain Atrick Neill Lars Nere Tor

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