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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 08, 1947

Page

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Gromyko outlines Kremlin veto on atomic energy control

New York report details Soviet insistence on veto rights in Security Council, demanding sanctions decisions on a proposed universal ban on atomic weapons. Moscow calls immediate prohibition urgent, while debate over treaty scope and enforcement continues among nations.

Gromyko Kremlin New York Russia Security Council Snewe Renclinica Commission Anne ‘Goviah United. Nix Bree

Unclear Historical Note Sparks Reader Interpretation

Fragmentary text shows distorted names and phrases, mentioning a person or group and an action or event. Despite garbled OCR, the readable bits hint at a discussion or claim involving a named entity and a subsequent reaction. Further context is needed to identify precise subjects or outcomes.

Fragmented OCR Summary Placeholder

The readable text fragment references a native clerk and management, with unclear names and dates. It reads as garbled OCR from a historical page, lacking coherent events or identifiable subjects to form a clear news item.

Record Swimming Sweep in Japan Sets World Mark

Reuters reports Hiro Pohu Purmashi 39 swam in 50 metres in 1 minute 6.4 seconds to set a new world record. The official claim also mentions a 400 metres record in a tree-style event.

Purmashi Sudan Formash

Australia urged to act on Indonesia crisis

Radio dispatches report the Australian government pressed for United Nations Good Offices action on Indonesia. A ceasefire and ceasefire monitoring are at stake as Dr van Mook travels to discuss the Indonesian conflict with Allied and American officials.

Australia Indonesia Fogergey Liou HBT Dr van Mook Ame Mardam United States Hae Diacusa Cneral Jaber ‘Daten Argsoma Con Commission

Rigid effort to oust Communists cited in policy piece

The article discusses a depastivoul push to drive out Communist Party membership, claiming it would bar membership from the United States Constitution. It notes policy aims and criticizes enforcement while mentioning political tensions and party actions.

New York United States

Coalition Government Formed in Greece

Athens reports a new coalition government imminent, uniting Populists and Uberets with Sophoulis as Prime Minister and Tealdaris as Deputy. The plan includes immediate guerrilla amnesty, full life and property ties, and neighborly diplomacy amid UN oversight. New York dispatch notes Congress backing continued naval aid and eventual elections after stabilization.

Athens Tealdaria Sophoulis Tealdari Js Aly Naignbours U.N.O Reek’ Coaliton Chailamie Algo New York Bundey Jobe Quam Congress Guam Caples Truman Partia Congress Wil

Dr Evatt Favors Hawaii for Jap Treachery Debate

Dr Evatt, after confering with Britain, supports Hawaii as a base for countering Japan. The discussion centers on strategic options and the role of Australia in wartime alliance and security planning.

Dr. Evatt Hawaii

Australian gold sold to Britain

A fragmentary note records a shipment of gold to Britain. The text mentions 190,000 and thanks from the Australian Government, with garbled phrases indicating official currency or treaty context. No clear date, place, or full names beyond Britain and Australia are discernible.

Great Britain London Bae Cheauer Dalton Audrealian Britain Aunese

Truman Escapes Car Skid In Brazil Tour

President Truman narrowly escaped injury when the presidential car slid on a muddy mountain road in Rio de Janeiro. The vehicle jumped a yard wall and halted within two feet of a cliff as the party, including Ambassador Pruley and Admiral Leahy, resumed the sightseeing journey after the vehicle was righted.

Dio DE Janeiro Truman United States Ambarandor Brazil William Pruley William D. Leahy Trumen

Calwela Horas for More Ships to Australia

The Austrain minister for the Bratton hopes immigration to Australia will increase from the United States and other places. He notes that troops are needed and appeals for continental unity to support Britain. The article discusses ship arrivals and policy amid wartime pressures.

Man Francisco Fmm Bratton Cabwell Australia

Moscow celebrates 800th anniversary amid war fears

A garbled dispatch notes Moscow marking its 800th anniversary with a speech by Stalin and a foreign secretary message. The report hints at tensions and warns of possible new war, mentioning unclear references to Russia and leadership.

Moscow Bundsy Renee Bevins Stalin

Gas Fire Incident Reported in Bonaire Area

A brief note records a gas flare or ignition event on Tuesday near Tuenday involving a lease footballer and a team, with electrical lighting mentioned. The report ties to the Landad undry Rugby League Chiba tine 1087 and awaits permission for entry into Amtraite.

Tuenday Tre Aumraiian Tn van Ig Vale Hey Landadundry Chiba Pamame Amtraite

Chiang Denounces Kuomintang for Corruption

Chiang Kai Shek denounces the Kuomintang for corruption and deterioration. He criticizes the central government and urges reforms within the party to address current crises and merge efforts with allied factions.

Chiang Kuomintang Bhanghal Gundy Chiang Kui Shek Lo Chines Kuomintang Party Opr Lang Tooth Corpe Corp Fuomimang Serenata

South Africa cricket match score and players noted

The fragment reports a cricket scoreline with South Africa and England players mentioned, including Washbrook, Verd, Brow, Pelham Warner, Goddard, Fullerton, Bennett and others. It references centuries and figures like 129 and 206, along with match outcomes and bowlers.

Africa Em. Yrdon Bundey Harris South Africa Crud Yuaterday Wyanbrook Washbrook Verdeg Brow Pelham Warner Barieh Goddard V. Wouth Ininrin Fullerton Bégble Bennett Weeterd Yorkahine Surrey

Weapons Found After Explosion on Train

A railway carriage explosion at New Delhi main railway station killed several and injured ten. Police recovered knives, spears, and a large quantity of explosives from the carriage. Authorities imposed curfews and tightened security amid communal tensions and reports of disorder across the region.

New Delhi New Delhi Main

Pails to Play in United States Tennis Day Match

U S tennis captain Roy Cowling announced Lita Dini would partner Palla for the Davis Cup tie against Australia. The match, postponed to today to suit benefitting visitors, drew mixed reactions from Forest Hill crowd and United States supporters.

Bunny Roy Cowling Lita Dini Palla Alf Mr. Cowling Ale Nien Altons Wndny Vinitore

Dutch soldier loyalty amid clashes in Hari Java

A Dutch communique reports 20 clashes in Hari Java as Dutch forces continue cleanup efforts. The statement notes ongoing military activity and mentions a subside in loan activity amid the turmoil. Authorities emphasize readiness and the need for order in Batavia and surrounding areas.

Cms Aramee Hari Java Batavie

French Call on Ramadier to Resign

Chaos in Paris as crowds march through the streets in protest of a food relief plan announced by the government. Demonstrators shout for Ramadier’s resignation while talks with London are cut off for several hours. Public mood remains unsettled as officials face pressure.

Ramadier Une Tamadier Thier Ix Techs Célephone Catio London Sriinay

Rita and Nearly Made Attack on Russia

Stockholm reports cite a Bwediah White Paper describing a proposed 1940 invasion of Russia by Britain and France via northern Norway and Finland. The plan was abandoned after Finland agreed peace on March 18 1040.

Rita Russia Stockholm Rusia Ataren Ate Paris Eremiut Daladier Vonupe

U S Marshall Plan Urged Quick European Aid

Washington urged rapid execution of the Marshall Plan to aid Europe before 1947 end. Officials warned nations like Italy and France risked collapse without coal and food, calling for sustained production and broader economic support to sustain recovery.

Washington, Pein Europe Fa .S State Department

Swiss Hold Up Gold Release Reported

Unclear text notes a Swiss hold up of gold release with mentions of a bank official statement and a decline in gold stocks by a large amount. The fragment references dates, bankers, and a drop in holdings by about 243000 units and describes a transfer or sale context.

Burich Byvitsvelind Atorent Tuesay Fwias Gwlinerland

Hunger strike threat aboard Ocean Vigour near Hamburg

About 500 Jews aboard the transport Ocean Vigour told Geiah commander they would hunger strike today if loaded onto a ship bound for a prison. The vessel lay off Cushaven as authorities reported the group would stay peaceful unless forced onto dock.

Hamburg Sunda Ocean Vigour Geiiah Rons Hemmirg Edmu Colunel Gregand Cushaven Hamure Efiah Moore Road

Nazi loot for relief of victors and victims in London

Fragmented report indicates Nazi plunder used for relief efforts and reparation. References to concentration camps, international stations, and confiscated assets described as melted down into bars with value cited. The article appears garbled but suggests restitution and persecution context plus valuable goods transfer.

London Blinday Balda Viatim Ateath International i

Spanish Arsenal Explosion Kills and Injures多人

Mirta de Hmare and others die and sixteen are injured when a blast at the Spanish Arsenal ruins a rectory and shatters windows. The explosion knocks out power and plunges a town into darkness amid damaged interiors and debris.

Mirta DE Hmare Ask Alan Iasa

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