Royal Tour and Jewish Repatriations Dominate World News
The King Queen and princes plan a 10 week South African itinerary visiting key centres starting Feb 17 1947 aboard the battleship Vanguard with homeward departure set for April 24. Meanwhile thousands of Jews repatriating from Russia flee westward amid violent anti semitic attacks, with 60 000 more expected by Aug 1 raising the total to about 250 000. A crippling maritime strike nears resolution as unions ratify a new contract though 22 000 to 30 000 longshoremen on the Pacific coast remain idle awaiting ratification. In India Britain’s interim government plan for independence gains momentum as Congress and Moslem League accept a five five split on a 14 man cabinet while troop withdrawals remain to be negotiated.
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South Africa
Russia
United States
Pacific Coast
Congress Party
Moslem League of Britain
High Command
Master League
League
All-India Congress
India
Viceroy Led Wavell
Ontario Crop A Hits Record 750 Million Value
Ontario Minister of Agriculture Hon. T. L. Kennedy announces a record crop worth 750 million dollars for the year. He notes dairy cheese may be short while butter is near last year’s output and other farm factors improve. The fruit crop looks promising and hog numbers should match or exceed last year.
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Ontario
T. L. Kennedy
Bidault Elected France President by 384 of 545 Votes
The new French president was elected by 384 votes in the constituent assembly. Communists abstained after secretary Jacques Duclos said he would not oppose Bidault.
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Bidault
France
Constituent Assembly
Jacques Duclos
Peace Pact Claimed To Halt Manchuria Strikes
Reported Chinese Communists announced a new agreement with the Central Government claiming to curb strikes in Manchuria and describe it as a move toward a lasting cease-fire in northern China.
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Manchuria
China
New Royal Fast Rising Dry Yeast Promises Quick Bread
Advertisement touts New Royal Fast Rising Dry Yeast for home bakers. claims bread with old-fashioned flavor in less than half the time. emphasizes daytime baking and staying full-strength for weeks on pantry shelf.
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