09 Sep 1947
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 09, 1947
Page
1
Melbourne reports the Arbitration Court’s Full Bench unanimously approves a 40 hour week for about a million Australian employees starting with the first pay period in January. The decision cites productivity gains and aligns with prior limits, while drawing mixed reactions from industry leaders and government officials.
Reports from Nanking say the Kuomintang announces the abolition of the Youth Corps after nine years. About 400000 members will be released to join executive committees and other tasks as the corps is phased out. The move follows debates over national reform and wartime mobilization under General Chen Cheng.
Prices branch to survey effect on industry. Government economy ex parte vill begin as the means matter of the acts of the Government on national scale. Mr Chifley would not comment yesterday on the decision that a hour abort from Jt 1 nant Commonwealth class and you yesterday that the decision of the court would inevitably mean an increase in the cost of living.
Moscow marks its anniversary with a message praising the struggle against war profiteers and plutocracy while celebrating a banner of liberation. The page mentions carnivals, fireworks, stage scenes, and placards, reflecting a public display in rainy weather.
Reports state the Umarilla leadership faces a death warrant amid political turmoil in Athens. General Markos and allied factions accuse rivals of treason, raising fears of further clashes as authorities seek stability.
Fragmented text describes potential presidential action on Korea to the General Assembly. Mentions Truman and delays as the United States seeks to manage a 200 million something. Lacks clear dates or events.
Amid a coal dispute in South Arkhshire, the largest collieries plan to resume work only with private ownership. One pit employs 2,100 men and currently ships 17,000 tons weekly, while the board faces pressure as older workers struggle with 38 shifters per day.
Vatican notes the Pope calls for action toward a just distribution of wealth. He criticizes accumulation by a rich minority while vast masses suffer under unequal economic conditions and urges ethical reforms and social action.
Washington columnist Drew reports the United States Army uncovered alleged Soviet plotting of a Communist revolution in Italy after Acumban troop withdrawal. He cites hidden weapons caches and an underground Italian based force, with discharged agents attending meetings and naming revolution leaders.
A draft treaty released by the State Department outlines steps for international freedom of information. It covers gathering and transmitting news, access to sources, editing, and entry by foreign correspondents under unified conditions.
Reports from the war era note Graz leading in mechanised strength with 35 000 men and South American efforts cited. A parade or display references Truman as a figure of military praise and a large force including 204 pet team and 200 snail hazards are mentioned, attributed to a writer who served in Italy.
Reuters reports in Hamburg that 17 people were arrested in Paris over a planned bomb attack on London. The sprawling account names suspects including Kort and Olibert born in Birmingham, with mentions of Jewish targets, and details of police inquiries, maritime movement, and warnings from officials about possible retaliation and anti Jewish tension during wartime.
Evatt expressed optimism for the United Nations General Assembly. He spoke on Australia’s stance at the San Francisco conference and expected the assembly to advance rights and the cause of Australia at the Washington talks. He planned further remarks and travel to Washington.
Fading and garbled text describes communal clashes with references to a young casualty and armed individuals. No clear names, dates, or places are discernible to identify persons or events beyond general context of rioting.
The Canberra Post notes the first batch of Americans joining the Australian immigration plan, describing emigration as a bold shift. It cites housing limits and social service concerns for married men, while praising Australia as a land of opportunity with demanding work and high labor standards.
London reports Viscount Hinchingbrooke, a notable young Conservative, plans a December to January world tour including Australia. The trip aims to study industry and political developments as part of a broader examining tour.
News from New Delhi reports cholera sweeping through Moslem refugees in Punjab as authorities move to protect camps and contain movement. West Punjab areas return to normal after curfews. police quell violence with reinforcements. The death toll rises and shortages of fuel and basic goods complicate relief efforts.
The naval match results are partially captured with names such as Frank Mblelda and women’s wing figures Boston wnn fest Molen Pustall Angeies. The fragment indicates a 0/4 score for Brown against Vakt and a three-winding sequence around 13 14 3.8, with a list of participants or teams.
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