Commonwealth prime ministers to discuss empire defence plan
London April 28 The Commonwealth Prime Ministers will discuss tomorrow reports from military advisers on the outline plan for Empire defence by the British Chiefs of Staff The plan uses estimates of atomic weapons range and power and requires reviewing strategy with Britain’s vulnerability in mind It calls for dispersal of industrial resources and skilled manpower and raises complex economic political implications The Times notes the plan’s progress and the difficulty of decentralising stocks while weighing military risks and benefits.
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First Full Meeting Of Dominions Prime Ministers At No 10
A full postwar conference at No 10 Downing Street attended by Field Marshall Smuts and E Bevin discussed the Malian peace treaty, atomic energy coordination, and empire defence. Bevin aims to press for a late May or early June peace conference with strong Commonwealth backing while disagreements surfaced over South Africa’s plans for South West Africa and Italian colonies.
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US seeks worker unions to anchor democracy in occupied zones
In Washington the Assistant Secretary of State said that promoting labour unions will be a core part of United States occupation policy in Germany and Japan to teach democracy. General Hillerig noted building a cooperative will is necessary, comparing it to a preacher needing sinner cooperation to drive out vice. The approach combines unions with propaganda and an educational program in the American zone.
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France must pro duce to lead postwar progress
In Aix en Provence Premier M. Fella Gouin urged rapid constitutional support and stability. He said France must not only match but surpass 1938 production levels, push rural modernization, and redistribute land while continuing reforms begun in 500 communities.
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Nazi Activity in Frankfurt Election Turmoil and Fire Incident
In the American zone during country council elections, Democratic Party posters in North Bavarian towns were replaced by pro German slogans. A hall burned at Goersidorf during a meeting. Voter turnout is projected at seventy percent in three communities.
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Security Council Veto Battle Over Experts Debate Powers
The Security Council committee of experts debates veto scope as Russia presses broad powers and contemplates blocking Australia's Spain proposal. Most delegates consider the issue procedural, while a substantive view may force final council decision. M Gromyko declines comment as Hodgsom notes majority favors fight.
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British Cabinet Mission proposes self governing Pakistan Hindustan
The British Cabinet Mission debates a plan for two self governing areas Pakistan and Hindustan with a Viceroy and leaders including Lord Pethick-Lawrence General Alexander Sir Stafford Cripps M A Jinnah Azad and Congress figures. Delhi circles expect acceptance of the invitation and draft proposals. they envision a union with defence foreign affairs and customs under central control.
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Pravda Criticizes Britain and United States Over Bulgaria
A Pravda article from Moscow accuses Britain and America of failing to recognize Bulgaria, hindering Foreign Ministers' plans and the Moscow conference decisions. It links this to Secretary of State Byrnes and says non recognition may be used for other purposes, creating difficulties for the Pav conference.
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Frontier talks to center on Franco Italian border changes
London dispatch reports that the main item at the Foreign Ministers Conference is expected to be Franco Italian frontier adjustments. France seeks small changes mainly alpine passes beyond the present line, while Russia shows little interest. Paris worries a hydro electric station loss for Italy and faces possible American opposition over rapid rehabilitation plans.
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France presses restitution claims in peace talks
France demands indemnity and frontier rectifications in talks with Italy and Germany. The Communist Party leader M Thorez, speaking at an election rally, says France seeks compensation for wartime losses and a reduction of Italy's naval forces while recognizing legitimate postwar claims from All es in other peace questions.
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Normandy to Baltic Strategy Disproves Leader Rift
Berlin dispatch reports Field Marshal Montgomery’s book From Normandy to the Baltic, published for private circulation, sharply counters Ralph Anerson’s claim of a top secret disagreement with Allied leaders. The reader notes the work as a concise record of a master plan executed from the start of the invasion, arguing the northern focus concentrated German armour to aid Bradley’s southern breakthrough.
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Nazi Press Control Confirmed in Streicher Testimony
In a tribunal session on April 29 Julius Streicher defended Nazi media lines claiming Hitler ordered 3606 outlets to push anti semitic content. He praised Der Stuermer as popular propaganda while denying hostility to Jews describing them as problem children with no intent to provoke enmity.
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Hitler Hypnotised Everyone Says Streicher Testimony
Streicher claims Hitler, in his last testament, justified Jewish extermination as necessary and asserts he did nothing wrong for not receiving orders. He alleges Hitler hypnotised all, while praising Stalin as a great man surrounded by Jews, as a court session cuts off his remarks.
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Metric Measure Hints Cambio to Metric System in Britain
London April 78 AAP The metric system to replace old apothecary symbols in prescriptions was urged by Dr A Soutter president of the British Medical Association after a coroner blamed symbols for a chemist’s fatal mistake Students are taught metric and long established charters are switching The change should come quickly according to Dr Soutter
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Senate voices opposing Army Navy Merger plan
Two Republican members of the Senate Military Committee Hart and Bridges issued a minority report denouncing the merger approved by a majority. They warn concentration of defence power in the secretary of defence risks Prussianising the US military, harms American traditions, and could undermine naval aviation and the Marine Corps.
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Security Loan Over-subscribed in Australia
Canberra reports the £70 million Security Loan was over-subscribed by at least £8 million. Acting Prime Minister F. M. Forde announced the final subscribers will total at least £2 million. The loan supports rehabilitation for Australian servicemen and women with broad community backing including servicemen and industrial staffs.
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Tudor Airlines. Atlantic service delayed by prototype issues
Tudor prototype not yet tested by Air Ministry, tail unit trouble halts deliveries to BOAC and delays regular transatlantic service. Daily Mail reports BOAC hopes to resume in July with five Constellations from America.
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Work in Industries The Hague Faces Labour Shortage Crisis
The Hague reports a serious Black labour shortage prompting threats of penal settlements for heavy manual labour if convicts and detainees fail to work. Authorities warn that Hiticaal detainees may receive similar offers under certain conditions.
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Industrial Court to hear de registration of AMIEU in Queensland
Brisbane April 29 Industrial Court will hear applications for the de registration of the Queensland branch of the Australian Meat Industry Employees Union. Pickets at the Brisbane Abattoir sparked violence with stone throwing and window damage to a truck, later escorted by police. Union leaders denied official backing for violence and said members were instructed to refrain from violence.
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Hitler Portrayed as Prophet in Controversial Memoir Excerpt
European news recounts Gregoire Gafenco's Paris memoirs quoting Churchill and Hitler, with prophecies about war and Moscow. Balkan legends, fear of a horned bird omen, and superstitions rise amid wartime strain as Finland negotiates with Moscow and Denmark, while German prisoners and forced labor spark Allied criticism.
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Manchurian Struggle Reported From Nanking News
New York April 2 Ta Kiee kiang dispatch notes Nanking coverage citing Harbin and Changchun amid ongoing Manchurian strife. Names and places appear, but text is incomplete and uncertain.
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German Voters Clash in Frankfurt Area Amid Reports of Attacks
April 28 reports describe a violent confrontation near Diessen and Frankfurt involving German voters and Jewish residents. Two killed and 18 injured were initially reported, with later American military spokesmen stating no additional fatalities occurred and six people were hospitalized.
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Tekin Trial Indicts General Tejo and 27 Others
New York April 28 reports that the United Nations has formally charged General Tejo and 27 civilians with three counts in a war crime indictment. The document names top Japanese military leaders and civilian supporters accused of waging war against eleven nations, conspiring globally, and plotting acts against prisoners and internee populations. It also lists Admiral Nageno and General Domara among those charged, including plans for war against Russia and acts of aggression.
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British propose new Mediterranean canal to bypass Suez
London April reports British experts study a 2,000 mile canal by way from Gaia in Southern Palestine to near Akakis west of Jerusalem proposed under Dominion control. If built it would take 18 years and could precede Egypt's 156% canal handover while signaling wider postwar power shifts.
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Bases Leased to U S. al Move to Exact Title
Washington April 8 A P The American Associated Press reports Iceland will not lease defence bases to the United States. The Drive for a clear title to Atlantic bases prompts debate in the Senate. Senator Johnson supports the McFarland amendment, arguing it clarifies U S access and security. Senator Stewart fears weakening the loan opposition. Senator McCarran cites keeping base security intact.
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Manslaughter Verdict Against George Exner Cowan
A Brisbane jury found George Exner Cowan guilty of manslaughter in the death of James Carson Taylor a Canadian PhD. The jury urged mercy and Chief Judge Macrossan suspended a two month sentence on a £50 bond for 12 months. Taylor’s cafe quarrel preceded the fatal incident and Cowan intervened striking him leading to death from illness and pneumonia.
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London Premier Hosts Windsor Castle Audience
Agni TV reported Mr J. B tey, prime minister, received an audience at Windsor Castle during a London visit. He later dined with the King, with details extending to a royal engagement and official reception.
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