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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1947
Page
1
Britain unveils a blueprint aiming to raise exports to £1,700 million in 16 months and cut imports by £200 million, widening the export surplus by £370 million by midsummer and £570 million by end-1948. The plan relies on higher production, spending cuts, and strategic controls to improve the balance while pursuing large building and mining projects.
Budapest reports a new Hungarian government formed with five Communists four Smallholders four Socialists and two National Peasant Party members. Dinnyes retains premiership while two vice premiers include a Communist and a Mecalist. Motnat becomes foreign minister and the National Peasant Party leader takes a key ministry. Vilified by opponents, the cabinet aims to boost industrial development despite tensions with Britain and reaction to Hungarian policy on foreign and domestic investment.
London reports a German Thuringia premier Rudolf Paul drafts a plan amid Allied treaty talks. The dispatch cites Bonpten Faluce and Westminster correspondents, noting a London-placed proposal and possible public allocations under Soviet influence and political agitation.
Japan-wide labor action looms after failed talks between government and unions over wage demands. Union leaders declare no room for further negotiation, signaling possible nationwide strike action once a legal lag period passes.
A garbled report recounts a Bulgarian figure named Peikov described as an imocrat. It references Petkov, East Germany, and political turmoil with mentions of murder trials and international commentary from The New York Times and others.
The Tokyo Foreign Trade Division chief Mr. Pickelle denied reports that Japan would purchase over 100,000 bales of wool in Australia. He said the plan had not been formed and might not occur. The Australian Wool Realisation Commission head Mr. Leigh leads a delegation that departed for Australia.
In London on Wednesday the Archbishop of York Dr Garbett condemned the growing divorce trend urging public condemnation of marriages ended by separations. He pressed the Government to regulate solemnities and fund marriage guidance and welfare services to mitigate the social harm he says divorce causes.
Ottawa reports that U S officials say they know nothing of a London rumor that negotiations have begun to purchase Canadian goods worth large sums. The government cautions that no agreement has been made and cites possible similar moves in Argentina and Brest.
Fragmented text reports alleged Soviet backing of a plot to carve a Greek state. The item references international power dynamics and U N involvement, hinting at a newswire-style briefing with unclear details.
A distorted report shows delegates debating Korea and the Thibban peace treaty. The United States is blamed for disruption while calls emphasize UN Charter rights and a need to protect Korea as a victim of war. Argentine and Ethiopian concerns surface about Soviet conduct.
New York reports the UN secretary general delivering a stark warning that distrust among great powers could ruin the United Nations and spark war. He urged the United States and Russia to end their diplomatic clash and seek compromise to preserve peace.
In Los Angeles the Pacific South Week results show Dinny Pails beating Willa Anderson 6 2 4 3 4 for a round lead. Nancye Bolton defeats Chavez 6 0 4 0, and Mer Topman defeats Mary Schock. John Bromwich suffers a leg strain but will compete in doubles. the event includes Anglins, Drobny, and others.
Cairo reports Minister Ahmed Ate tus Prana announced a five year plan to develop Egypt's defense force. He outlined aims to expand military capacity and establish weapon production with US contacts aiding arming factories.
A court martial will hear the trial of Bistor R. Farran, former Deputy Police Superintendent, charged with the murder of Alexander Rubowith, a member of the Riorn, in Jenubalem.
A proposal to send food parcels to families in Britain as a wedding lot was announced in New York. The plan would supply supplementary food for four months for four persons at ten dollars, including four kinds of meat and other products. Douglas Fairbanks Jr. led the initiative, with plans for ten thousand parcels and a similar Canada scheme.
A joint statement from Sikh leaders Tata Singh and Odham Singh condemns the massacre of refugee women and children. They urge Hindus and Sikhs to avoid retaliation and advocate for justice rather than revenge amid reports of large refugee transfers and recent attacks linked to the India Pakistan crisis.
A wartime tribunal rejected Joseph Grew's plea as authorities in Britain push for a path to avoid war. The proceedings, described in limited details, underline the tense international stance and pending decisions shaping Allied strategy.
Batavia dispatch notes Brigadier Dykes and Budirman briefing on cease-fire talks in Java. The Com te of RA reports preliminary discussions in Tavestigaoo with potential steps toward halting hostilities on the island.
In a chaotic dispatch the article reports Arab leaders warning a Jewish state would trigger a new world war. It notes volunteers among Syrians for an army of liberation, a Royal Navy interception of a brigantine bound for Palestine, and detailed refugee trade routes and payments linked to Jewish emigration.
Wing-Commander Fe A Jeffs describes unpiloted Akymaster flight tests on Monday noting that once technical difficulties are solved automatic flying would be simple and inexpensive. Colonel Gillespie leads the program and expects automatically controlled airliners to land in Britain for study by scientists.
A fragmentary New York Times ad signed by the Argentine Charge asks Armenians to reject anti Argentine articles. It states Argentina does not intend to break unity with Armenians and urges friendship and collaboration while condemning hostility toward peace.
Unclear text notes miners idle amid wage protests. Strike began around early nine with union meetings urging continued action. Calls went out for other miners to join the stoppage and stay organized at local gatherings.
Fragmentary wording reports assassination charges tied to a council chamber incident. Four men connected to a prominent group are named and connected to the alleged crime. The language is garbled but points to a formal trial context and high level involvement.
The report notes a sharp decline in stock prices amid a broad selling wave on Wall Street. Investors reacted to uncertain economic signals and fears of geopolitical tension impacting market confidence.
A disturbing report describes a baby allegedly cast into water near the Rao area. Authorities are investigating and braces for further updates as details remain unclear.
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