20 Nov 1947
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Newspaper
Lethbridge Herald
Location
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Date
Nov 20, 1947
Page
1
Glace Bay Nova Scotia November 20 CP Freeman Jenkins chief of 13000 Maritime miners comments on Geneva agreements cutting tariffs on US bituminous coal by 50 percent. He warns neither federal government nor industry should expect Maritime coal miners to accept competition with American low priced coal as an excuse for sub standard wages.
The Left Hand Corner discusses how Britain’s prime ministers live long lives with many reaching 80 and beyond. It cites John Russell, Palmerston, Gladstone, Lloyd George and Baldwin as examples, noting the trend across Liberal and other governments. The piece hints at continued discussion and references to Manchester Guardian pages.
Crowds in London braved cold and rain to cheer Princess Elizabeth as the royal couple rode through Buckingham Palace and toward Westminster Abbey. Police managed long lines of spectators while cavalry in gleaming uniforms saluted, ending with widespread jubilation described as London’s brightest day since the war began.
Pictures and stories from today's royal wedding at Westminster Abbey feature Princess Elizabeth and Lieut. Philip Mountbatten. Pages 9 10 11 provide detailed coverage, including ceremony moments, attendees, and initial reactions from the crowd and officials.
Fort Arthur Ontario, Nov 20. Four people died instantly when a car was struck by a Canadian Pacific Railway train at a level crossing near Loon Lake, 23 miles east of Port Arthur. Identified victims include Francis Guse and Mrs Harold Guse of Loon Lake, Mrs Guses child, and Kay Sully a Schreiber schoolteacher. Harold Guse was being brought to hospital aboard a rain. Details remain scarce.
Detroit Typographical Union members delayed publication of all three city papers by up to a half hour during morning and evening meetings. The drive seeks wage increases for 800 printers, mailers, and apprentices at the Detroit News, Free Press, and Times. The union targets a loafing raise to $1.12 for a 37.5 hour week, replacing the current minimum of $85.50.
Crowds line London streets as Princess Elizabeth weds Philip Mountbatten at Westminster Abbey. The couple, aged 21 and 26, exchange vows before Archbishop Geoffrey Fisher with royal ceremony attended by rulers from six kingdoms. The prince will be known as Philip and Elizabeth becomes Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh.
Secretary Marshall heads to London for a crucial test of U S policy toward Russia with the Big Four foreign ministers conference opening in Berlin. The talks aim to reach a German Austrian settlement while tensions rise between Russia and the western powers. Brookings warns war could erupt if negotiations fail, and a trizonal proposal could emerge if Moscow balks.
Vancouver news reports a Tiger Moth crash on Lulu Island near Vancouver. Robert Lovell, 23, of Princeton, BC, and his fiancée Joan Liddle, 18, of New Westminster, BC, were killed when their light aircraft plummeted from about 300 feet while attempting takeoff in low visibility. Officials note Lovell’s inexperience and suggest instrument flight time was lacking. Lovell reportedly bought the plane from the Penticton Flying Club and had attracted attention after a thick weather incident involving wing movement during approach.
London reports the King granted Lieut Philip Mountbatten the Dukedom of Edinburgh and the style His Royal Highness. Philip becomes Earl of Mer ioneth and Baron Greenwich, receives the Order of the Garter, and is invested as a knight. The ceremony occurred as he wed Princess Elizabeth.
Millions worldwide greeted Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh in a fairy tale romance. From Canada to India and Australia, governments, parliaments, and citizens observed the wedding with broadcasts, greetings, ceremonies, and holiday measures as leaders sent congratulations and high officials attended Windsor Abbey.
Calgary results show Mayor James Watson defeating Alder Frank Freeze 16 464 to 12 170. Watson secures a first two year term as Freeze trails for Civic Government Association. MacKay leads alderman race with 5 826 votes, topping many candidates on the first count.
Saskatchewan and Alberta farmers push for a delivery strike next summer pending federal action. United Farmers of Canada demand a $2 initial wheat price, grain board control for coarse grains, higher livestock prices, and reinstated price controls by May 1. Carl Stimpfie signals possible union recommendation if conditions fail. Premier Douglas urged to convene premiers for price control reimposition and timely payments to finance 194y operations.
British Columbia Provincial Police probe a fatal shooting near Michel, where 22-year-old Robert Hadock died from a head wound. Creston teacher Vera Flett, 22, was wounded twice in the head and chest, with police seeking a possible third party who transported her to Michel. Her condition improved slightly as coroner L Chestnut prepared an inquest into Hadock’s death, pending Miss Flett’s testimony.
In Jerusalem on November 2, police reported ten Stern Gang gunmen attacked an estate near Raanana, gathered Arab workers, and machine-gunned five men in an orange grove. Officials feared Arab retaliation as reinforcements moved toward the area.
Paris reports Leon Blum agreed to attempt forming a government of public safety to calm France’s labor unrest. Socialist President Vincent Arias prepared to seek approval from the national assembly to confirm the 5-year-old Socialist leader as head of cabinet.
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