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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 15, 1947

Page

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Warrnambool Sunk By Mine Off Barrier Reef

The HMAS Warrnambool was sunk by a mine off the Barrier Reef during mine sweeping operations. Seventy or more crew members were aboard when the vessel sank after being hit, with several killed and many injured or missing. Survivors were taken to safety as authorities and the Prime Minister expressed condolences and pledged support for the families of those affected.

H.m.as. Warrnambool Barrier Reef Tde Morus Warrnambool Perth Cairne Pry Dan Frees Nening Iniandior Seaman Chifley Commonwealth Naval Melbourne Tae Gruwel Fnie Wan Royal Navy Naval Board

Russian Zone Escapee Oiten V8 Protection

Sr. Ruilott Paul, Prime Minister of Marinate, vanished from Atealan. Tuumian police say he disappeared near Rep ad eaten. United Bavа authorities and American officials have granted him safe passage after a found abandoned location was reported.

Ruilott Paul Marinate Tom

Nehru says India unprepared amid mass movement and evacuations

Indian Premier Nehru acknowledged unpreparedness as 1.2 million refugees have been evacuated, 0.5 million waiting, and two million on the move. He stressed India aimed to avoid population exchange while facing food shortages and economic strain amid unrest. In Delhi, troops secured arma found with 2,000 rounds and weapons. bank official John Irving of the Chartered Bank of India died from accidental shooting during looting incidents.

Netraat Pandit Nehru India Old Delhi Torbancen Javarches Arma Ohn Irving Chartered Banke of India Allerate China Iuinburgh

Young Doctor Hailed As Hero In Ship Explosion

London reports Br. Edmund Hamilton a Ulster footballer and medical head of the Reina Del Pacifico explosion. He worked three hours aiding the injured, dragged trapped crew through ventilators and to safety, while the liner’s turbines and cabins were wrecked by a fuel gas explosion. Commander Whitehouse praised his cool efficiency and tireless care. The incident left many dead or missing.

London Reina del Pacifico Edmund Hamilton Br. Hamilton Knez Munem Alea Joh Whitehouse

Alarm over Mediterranean fruit imports in New Zealand

Reports from Auckland warn of danger from Mediterranean citrus entering New Zealand as imports from Australia rise. Officials fear fruit diseases could spread and devastate the local industry without stronger protective measures.

Auckland New Zealand New South Walee Parla Aus Zemlan

Heavy guards for UN delegates outlined in brief

Detectives from Bootland Yard secret police from Mumia and Arabian bodyguards with New York City patrolmen will assist 400 trained blue uniforms. Matrons and Glaneoak Assembly members prepare to convene on Tuesday.

YAK Bootland Yard Mumia Arabian Bodiyguard New York City Ge Ofure Glaneoak Assembly Opana

Social Democrat Premier to Lead Jap Delegation

The Social Democrat Prime Minister Tetsuya Katayama is set to head Japan's delegation to a peace conference. The Chief Cabinet Secretary Buchiro Hishio stressed Katayama's broad Diet support and suitability for directing discussions on allied affairs and China relations, amid questions over his stance and potential allied attendance.

Social Democrat Aa Reuterahtory Tetsu Katayama Buchiro Hishio Aviour Premiar Katayama

Russian Interest in Persian Oil Sparks Middle East Tension

Disjointed report cites Sir Henry asking Britain to intervene over Persian oil and Russian influence. It mentions parliamentary debate, alleged British opposition to intervention, and statements attributed to the Premier about safeguarding interests and strategic aims in Persia.

U K Housewives Rush Shops For Domestic Goods

U K housewives rush shopping for domestic goods amid pricing plans and industry policy debates. Officials weigh how wage and trade factors influence household purchases as London and Laindon report on retail activity and consumer sentiment.

U.K

Kasbi Denies Plot to Rome London Paris

Rabbi Baruch Karl testified yesterday that the alleged Jewish plot to dropped bombs or beafiets from aircraft over London was unfounded. He linked the case to a proposed parachute jump over Prance as a preparation for a broader attack scenario amid anti Jewish tensions.

Kasbi Rome London Paris Antesbleany Aock Baruch Karl Wing de Grete Yeaterday

Party checking on cease fire in East Java

Fragmentary report from Batavia and Northern Sulawesi describes authorities inspecting a cease fire in East Java. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate ongoing monitoring by regional security forces today.

East Java

Correction from The Bator on 4 Sir event and personnel

Fragmentary OCR outlines a correction involving a consular matter and a Mr Chis liy eit yl tia Consul Cleenl vss tae Ing. with references to a machine and a date at Nebwvlanth Mae hel Beptembae 1.

Consul Cleenl

Indonesian Prose Delay Delays Third Member Nomination

An incomplete report notes a delay in naming the third member for Indonesian prose matters. The Prime Minister and officials discuss inquiries and willingness to proceed, with expected ministerial actions and timelines unclear.

Ndonesian

Vain 19 Day Search for Chinese Notes in Boston

Disjointed OCR text references a 19 day search related to Chinese notes and Boston. Named entities are unclear due to corrupted source, but appears to involve Canton and regional mentions amid garbled phrases.

Buakih AL Boston

Britain and United States protest to Yugoslavia

A terse dispatch reports a strong protest from Britain and the United States to Yugoslavia. The message covers detention of troops, with scattered references to various individuals and places, signaling diplomatic tension and scheduled discussions.

Yugoslavia Britain U.S

Shell Group May Withdraw From Romania

Fragmented readable text suggests a report on a potential withdrawal by the Shell Group from Romania amid broader unrest. The garbled lines reference strikes and political tension, but concrete dates, figures, or clear outcomes are not discernible from the available text.

Shell Group Romania

Big U S Grant for Relief Work in China

A major U S grant is announced to fund relief activities in China. Details describe the scope and agencies involved, with emphasis on rapid disbursement and international aid coordination. Officials stress humanitarian aims and oversight to ensure timely assistance reach.

U.S China

Compton Retires Murt Apter Hecord Score For Season

Compton ends season with a record score as teammates and coaches note the milestone amid a win for the squad. Unclear text leaves key details and names fragmented, but the dominant action centers on Compton achieving a season high and retirement of a prior mark.

Compton Murt

Labour to Break Silence in Bank Nationalisation

The Federal Government will reveal its stance on banking nationalisation on Tuesday after Caucus debates the proposal. Prime Minister Chifley will outline the decision and explain how private banks may be affected and how compensation to banks would be arranged.

Labour Australia Mr. Chifley Deci Katcomba Nawae Gmf Chifley Macquarie Eeoporate

Statewide Protest Against Bank Plan

Sydney Sunday meeting of pro text group protests against state control and trading banks. The statement argues government limits on banks harm private enterprise and competition, citing wool exports and national wealth as affected, and warns of reduced credit and plans for referenda to control banking powers.

Sydney Protex Fur Agulnat New South Walls Suate Kdbveal Nnd Uve Couinun Alti, Wank Etuupe Selelent Service Altirds Choite Niva Nationallaatban Camara Bantig Company Bydey Tr Raya Extalde Australia Inita Commonwealth Les Trading Banka Actiqne Iment Nir Yala Minny Baa Swan Ly Dela Het Reuniah Andar Iinteing Ian Unymmwentth Banket Coun Y Jit Etatea Nationaline Il Dapoattore Nuis

Church Views on Socialisation in Sydney Debated

Readable fragments show two Roman Catholic Church leaders in Sydney opposing views on nationalization of trading dynamics. The Archbishop of Adelaide and Catholic leaders discuss the Papal encyclical's stance and how conscience may resist state control. An editorial weighs official Catholic position versus Labour and government implications.

Sydney Barking Adelaids Issovich Rily Patywa Ana Catone Richard Gollender Cattolle Natenallantion Saaks Darcie Laone Montignon Callander Anid Salons Nationaliaation Scar Bae Impication Invntvrd

Bank Officers Oppose Nationalisation Rally in Sydney

In Sydney Bungay reports a 4,000 strong rally of bank officers gathered at the Domain to oppose nationalisation. Speakers warned against government control of private banks and urged that a referendum be held before any policy could be enacted.

Sydney Bungay Basi Bank Hynghet Ae Bante Offeste Anewiiation Gillats Aia Hans of Australeai Taib Pepiet Ene Nda

Sunday STONEY Tamurance 2 wil saowe by the Oow Severs

Mr. C. G. Gale, chairman of the General Howorance Company, addressed a Sunday meeting about a bid and sewer policy. He stated he did not think the statements were fully accepted by the people, and called for broader support.

Stoney C. G. Gale General Howorance Company Sonigtt Ae Seee Moore Gale

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