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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 26, 1949

Page

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Western Reactions to News of Russian Bomb

Britain and the United States moved quickly after reports of a Russian atomic project shift to the Arctic. Officials discussed unity, comradery, and coordinated defense efforts, with talks of a joint North American radar network and intensified atomic research and stockpiling amid escalating tensions.

London Britain United States Rusele Arctic Nile Ube Unitenkon oMcimia Congressiones Cauron Lo Atomicnergy Comminaian

Moscow Says Secret Known Since 1947

Tass reports Moscow insists the Soviet Union knew the atomic bomb secret in 1947. The agency cites Molotov’s October 6 1947 statement and notes US and British claims stirred world doubt. It says Soviet knowledge preceded Allied declarations and calls for control to prevent atomic misuse.

Moscow Tass Rusia Salonen Russia Probilel Tas United States Rua Atomic Energy Panaiders Gekaher Mp Molotov Soviet Union United Tate Biuim Corel Ain

Isotopes Used in Australia Plant Research

A fragmented report notes Ambridge programs and a U S energy coalition involved in plant studies. It mentions radiative active isotopes extended to 23 countries and hints at behavioral research on mintionse, with unclear dates and names.

Australia Ambridge Nakopres Garey United Stain Aton Energy

Atomic city sites in U S cited in Washington reports

Washington sources note that sites of Russian atomic cities were known in the United States. Amid claims of renewed testing and policy debates, officials discuss the possibility of war and the stance of American diplomats on Soviet intentions and arms control.

U.S United Washington United States

World Reactions To Atomic Threats From War Aftermath

Fragmented remarks from European commentators describe fear over potential German and Allied nuclear retaliation. Norwegians and others question Britain and allied pact security while authorities warn of mass destruction and the possible use of atomic weapons.

Flood danger passes along coastal belt across regions

Weather bulletin warns of ongoing flood risk along the coast with warnings stretching from the south to the central and north coast. Officials urge caution as low-lying areas remain threatened and readings suggest continued elevated water levels.

German Help in Finding Bomb Secret

Fragmented text mentions German efforts in postwar atomic research and alleged scientists offered high pay or recruited under pressure. Names like Werner Heisenberg appear in garbled form, with references to cyclotron work, uranium separation, and German scientists aiding the USSR or Russia.

Rischa Aneviena Kaufert Germany Werner Feisenerg Geramany Tore Garay Huwaluna Femor Guntay Herts Germany Amas Ung Atea de Robeert Doepel Leipzig

Stalin at Bomb Explosion Spectator Reported

A New York report states Stalin attended a bomb explosion event and copies from dispatches describe him as a spectator. The piece notes prior mentions of Soviet interest in atomic capability and signals readiness of counter measures in the Near East, with Geiger readings cited as part of wartime intelligence chatter.

Stalin New York Daily Geiger Turkey Grvecs Near ‘East Ascarta Witfisamre

Fragments Outline Blasting Story and Uranium Explosions

A disjointed report outlines a blasting controversy and investigative claims about nuclear testing methods. It references recent energy work, potential explosions, and discredited theories tied to national security and radiation concerns.

U S Research Into Atomic Burns

Fragmented OCR report claims U S government investigation into atomic burn incidents. mentions Truman announcement and federal funding, with scattered names and places including Walgett and Namoi River, unclear dates, and references to Dr Everett Paton and Marion Kivany.

Faclemeaney Varin Sabirday United States Eveuure Truman Boviet Acirntinis Bisi Memioat College Namoi Walgett Renearing Namol Drseverett Panton Marion Kivany

Britain Profits Big From Sale of Shares in Postwar Debt

London reports Reuters that Britain earned a substantial profit from selling shares seized by the French government in 1946 to partly repay France's debt. The gain stems from Crown Mines at 315,000 pounds average, plus other assets, and Britain's Treasury tallies about 10 million pounds. Government plans maintain subsidies for bread and other foods, with price controls kept to prevent rationing collapse.

London Reuter France Britain Ljan Atrachey Aevera

Problems in New Sterling Prices

London editor argues that the question of new sterling prices Britoria must pay is more complex than implied by Cripps devaluation and linked to hard currencies. The piece notes devaluations widen price limits under the International Wheat Agreement, provoking a windfall forecast and affecting the wheat market amid broader currency dynamics.

Bir Balford Cripps

Britain and Australia reject 1126 million dollar loan move

A report notes Britain and Australia oppose a 1126 million dollar loan request from the fund. Officials say neither country is pursuing increases and that the idea lacks support. Britain’s figure hints at a potential 338 million per year draw over three years, while Australia denies any move to secure funds.

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Life Sentence for Food Racket in Prague Case

In Prague on Monday the government announced a life sentence for Frantisek Wiedemann for involvement in a food racket. The case centered on illicit trade and the use of food as a front for fraudulent activities tied to government supply networks.

Prague Aloer Frantisck Wiedemunn Carlabad

Note on Hungary accused of plot to overthrow Yugoslav government

Fragmentary wartime dispatch claims Hungary plotted to overthrow the Yugoslav government with Soviet support. The fabric of the allegation mentions foreign ministers, marshals, and staged actions to destabilize the regime, reflecting propaganda and tensions of the era.

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