12 Jun 1947
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Newspaper
Lethbridge Herald
Location
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jun 12, 1947
Page
1
President Truman and his family receive a warm welcome in Canada’s capital during a state visit as Canadian Army photos and Herald Engraving record the event.
President Truman's Ottawa schedule includes a drive to the Seigniory Club on the Ottawa River and a luncheon in the Gatineau Hills. Talks with Prime Minister Mackenzie King may aim at new cooperation to correct the U S Canada trade balance. He praised the Parliament ovation and the visit, dining with Mackenzie King and staying at Rockcliffe Park before a 10:30 pm train departure.
The article recounts a Lords and Commons party in the royal gallery and visits by Soviet delegates in London. It notes trips to Finsbury, Hilhouse in Holborn Square, Marx House, and Islington, with references to Lenin, Krupskaia, Trotsky, and Iskra. It preserves local notes on places and historical figures.
London reports that double summer time will not be used next year. Prime Minister Attlee assured protesting farmers in a letter to the Scottish National Farmers Union today.
A stray barrage balloon from Flint Michigan was reported by George Bradley of Ripley Ontario to have landed in Brice county about 55 miles from Stratford at 2 pm C D T yesterday. The 300 foot cable snagged hydro wires and the 56 foot helium balloon was tethered to a winch. Air traffic along Montreal to Toronto was halted briefly as radar monitors scanned the region. Services resumed at dawn as authorities tracked the balloon’s path and alerted nearby flights. Continued on Page Two.
EDMONTON June 12 The Canadian Legion provincial command defeated a move to bar Labor Progressive party members from official posts. The Whitecourt branch initiation sparked debate with two accredited LPP delegates present Ben Suankey and Terry Levis. Levis noted LPP leaders killed in action and questioned the Legion’s political filtering.
In Cantons South Dakota Jane 1244 Mat Charles Devlin is accused of forging and wearing a slick cape during an escape attempt. Sheriff Bernard Tuntland reports a theft of lard and a window pry incident tied to the case.
London reports the king created four barons and named five new privy councillors in the birthday honors. The list also includes 47 knights bachelor such as Laurence Olivier, with other promotions in various orders. Notable new knights include conductor Malcolm Sargent, artist Russell Flint, A H McIndoe, and Dr. Alexander McCall.
London crowds cheered as Princess Elizabeth rode in side saddle behind King George VI during the Trooping the Colour ceremony. The princess, in full Grenadier Guards regalia, drew attention with her poised display amid royal displays and official celebrations.
James Bone London editor of the Manchester Guardian and J W R Scott author and former editor of Countryman were named Companions of Honour, a privileged designation limited to 50 individuals at a time, with a bar to the DFC. The piece notes Canadian government recognition and hints at continued details on Page Two.
Agriculture Secretary Anderson announced the end of sugar rationing for U S household consumers effective at midnight last night, with institutional users exempted. All sugar controls are set to end Oct 21 unless Congress acts, while Canada signals little hope for a quick sugar ration lift.
In Ottawa on June 12 farmers and farm specialists warned of a possible Eastern Canada crop disaster. They issued two main recommendations: extend grain price supports to July 1 1948 and move western coarse grains east before freeze up. They urged measures to boost livestock programs and assess transportation capacity for doubled shipments.
June 1 Winston Churchill with 72 reports Doctors say his general condition is satisfactory after a hernia operation. Cheyenne Wyoming storm hits southeast, causing power outages and freezing temperatures with damage and injuries.
Paris June 12. The government granted railway workers a nine point nine billion franc raise for late 1947 ending a six day national strike that disrupted the country. Premier Ramadier and Transport Minister Moch signed the accord after overnight talks. trains began reopening at major stations while others planned a ballot on compliance. Ramadier urged reflection to avoid future unrest.
Vienna press reports that former Austrian foreign minister Dr. Guido Schmidt was acquitted by a five man court of high treason. The court found no proof he betrayed Chancellor Kurt Schuschnigg or aided Germany for personal gain. It noted Schmidt had no Nazi party ties and did not profit from his actions.
In Halifax area a pyramid blast injured two men, including Alan Melac of Seshotarch Sid. The explosion occurred near Fairvien and caused significant damage. Investigations indicate a cache of explosive materials was involved, with authorities naming P tripod and Selarg as potential targets.
Military police report 35 Germans arrested for stealing seven tons of coffee valued at 5.5 million marks. The theft occurred when an Elma car was swapped from a U S military supply train to a German tram headed in the opposite direction.
Arne Carlsson head of the Swedish Save the Children mission was shot by a Russian sentry near the Czechoslovak border and killed. Dr Thorsten Arntus injured by flying glass as the car was halted at a roadblock. Carlsson's wife and three year old son unharmed. The mission stated the shooting was a deplorable accident and no protest would be lodged. Carlsson's body returned to Vienna. the car had been en route from Hungary to Czechoslovakia.
Carl Heckbert of Vermilion was re elected by acclamation as president of the Alberta Command of the Canadian Legion in Edmonton with George Gleave named first vice president. A woman, Mrs M G Gover of Calgary, was elected second vice president, the first to hold that post.
Four armed men robbed a bank in Fenwick Ontario and fled with loot estimated at 13000. The incident was reported late in the day, details limited, ongoing police investigation expected.
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