Cousens Talked of Death by Own Action in Tokyo Trial
Fragmentary court notes describe Major Charles Hughes Cousens threatening self harm during cross examination in Tokyo. The Crown sought to question witnesses as defense counsel pressed for relevance while the proceedings revealed tension over how to handle the dangerous remark.
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Cousens
Tokio
Charles Hughes Cousens
Ince
Shand
K.C
Stand
Oly
Mia
Colonel Dunn
Aly
Allan Uyes
Mr. Dovey
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Charley Cousens
Central Court
Sydney
Eviderch
Mr. Shond
Seisho
Ana
Ali Jeontinuier
Page
U S clamours for action against Tito headline memo
Belgrade dispatch reports intense American pressure for action against Tito over the Yugoslav incident. U S officials blame Yugoslav leadership for a crisis that roused labor and public opinion, with critics accusing Washington of wavering on policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courier-Mail Foreign Service
Belgrade
America
Audiense
Rinvelt
Uit
Ohune
Bve
Compromise approves 1946 47 public works loan programme
The Loan Council approved about £69 million for financing public works across all states for 1946 47, part of a total programme of £91 million recommended by the Co ordinator General of Works. The council endorsed the core figures but limited raising to finance, with further borrowing to be considered at a later meeting.
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Anberra
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia
West Australi
Tharmania
Teall
Qurenslands
Eas
Acti
Guisowranc
Aevatgemient
Uw Commonwealth
Jnwent
OWITH
Ieee
Bartow
Curlers Worry Flier Aged 96 in London Visit
96 year old Mrs. Catherine Bush returns from Chicago after 24 years in America to live with family. Curlers in London worry about a flier as special coverage highlights a long voyage and a packed schedule.
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Atlantic
Catherine Bush
London
Chicago
America
At Home On The Range In Washington State News
A veteran recalls heavy shelling over three years and surviving near army land. Former John Parsons notes the 1943 garment claim but asserts no damage and displacements. Thousands of shells and ammunition exploded around him, highlighting wartime danger near the range.
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Washington State
John Parsons
Wetmeinit
Moves by Reds Near Turkey
Russian troops move along the Russo Turkish frontier, with reports of night activity using guns tanks and flamethrowers. The Red Army reportedly attempted larger maneuvers during Turkey's general elections as part of broader pressure along the border.
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Lyndon
Spretul
Daily Telegraph
Ankur
Baviet Dropneuschits
Corre
Red
Turkey
Montreux
Unclear Government Expenditures and Projects Cited
Fragmentary OCR lists varied expenditures from 1929 era including 40 500 and 130 000 figures. Mentions Le Guensland Government Chiolayia Hiei arr Anjo Saumre and drought relief 100 000 plus soldier settlement funds. Pledges to continuation of works with references to Shuey river and a university site in Lucia. High fragmentation limits clear narrative.
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Guensland
Chiolayia
Anjo Saumre
Shuey Fiver Daan
Noni
University
Lucia
Local Government Plans for Major Regional Power Projects
A detailed report outlines loony plans for regional electrical works funded by government bodies and the Agricultural Bank. Projects include Brilause Wace supply, Rew Farm powerhouse extensions, a new Monard generation station, a 40 050 plantation at era, and the Tully hydroelectric scheme. Other proposed items cover hospital expansions, main roads funding, and council efficiency measures, with totals reaching about £1.9 million and multiple local government bodies named.
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Yeml-Guyer
Tor Karti
Ional Eincirielly
Caine
Senal
Townville
Monard i
Rockhampton
South Bishan
New General Hospital
Townsville
Agricultural Bank
Caliotin
Trisbane Cty
Mackay City Council
Rockhamplel
Mill Electricity Board
Exec Taam
Ira
Montor
Zowruyiin
Electricity Bond Ghent Sdaitese
ETS
Lestreley
Blind Men Gain Sight in London Operation
In London two blind men received sight restoring eye operations at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. One patient, a 23 year old waitress, and another civilian reportedly regained vision after the procedure. The report notes complex outcomes and ensuing personal connections linked to the operation.
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London
Kauerary Swarbrich
Jackpoo
Shafkey
Manchester Royal Eye Hospital
A 'S
Rosemary
Siahe
Premier cites inflated housing cost figure confusion
A scrambled parliamentary record notes confusion over a quoted housing cost of £918 and an apparent miscalculation or misprint. The Premier cites a figure tied to the State Housing Commission for a 12 month period ending June 3, with references to Canberra and premiers’ conferences, casting doubt on the accuracy of the published total.
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Manian
Canberra
Yast
MT. Isa
Nin
Rene
Iain
Central Aga
Ohmmbulani Beutern
Tee Wong
Ralweny
Tromisnina
Bruinewick
Mr Bare Files
Wiley
Pallas
Lowel
JAP COUNCIL BANS EXTRAS IN STORD NEWS DESK
An Allied Council meeting at Stord discussed a proposal on bans affecting extras and entailed participation from delegates of the Netherlands Australia New Zealand Canada and France. General MacArthur’s presence signaled potential agreement though text remains unclear.
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New Zealand
Canada
France
Vidia
Blaze Destroys Wool Store in Ultimo
A fire at the NZ Lod and Mercantil Ltd. store in Ultimo caused damage estimated over £270,000. Police and emergency crews fought the blaze as walls began to collapse and crowds evacuated, with windows and interior furnishings severely damaged.
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Ydney
N.Z
Wentortly Wills
Sydney
Mr. Talks
Ifmites
Telnet
Normanlony
Mrokil Wydows
Subsidy Debate Sparks Wool Trade Fury Across Counties
Local readers report a heated controversy over a federal delivery subsidy proposed to support loaf production. MPs and business leaders accuse the plan of favoring certain regions and raise concerns about costs to taxpayers. A Brisinute report notes an opposition stance and cites a figure of 400 000 units produced under a similar scheme.
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Beishade Lakers
Uys
Wales
Queeentland
Mr DB
WL Nunn
Brisinute
Holt
Seth
Policy debate over subsidies and baker efficiency
A confused report outlines discussion on subsidies for bakers and questions if subsidies improve efficiency. It quotes Mr. Birure and the Home, debating if subsidies should rise, and notes public belief in limited effects on prices and production.
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Ainitie Books
Birure
Twsyayers’ Association
Pecretary Ital
Bevin Cheers at Peace Talks in Paris
Paris dispatch reports British Foreign Secretary Bevin warmly cheered during his first appearance at the Peace Conference. The session highlighted Albanian governance questions and tensions as delegates, including Albania and Rome, debated future steps amid warnings of renewed conflict and regional stability concerns.
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Bevin
Paris
Guek
Semelon
Tolar
Ke Pre
Apeabes
Bevt
M Medix
Rome
Anchunion
Taon
Tarves
Allman Fn
Ana Ik Sield-marinel
Albatin
Bravery, threats and trial cross examination in wartime
A chaotic cross examination recounts a witness asserting danger in Japan and discussing fear and cowardice. The testimony touches on threats, courage, and wartime pressures as lawyers contest what the witness believed and whether fear influenced actions during the war era.
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