Hopes for Settlement of N S W Dispute with Ironworkers Re-registration
The New South Wales Ironworkers Association signals willingness to seek re-registration with the State Industrial Commission under conditions. Key demands include union consultation on act revision, avoidance of Judge Cantor for industry questions, speedy handling of seven-day leave claims, and Labour Council support for re-registration. If pursued, this could undermine the strike by addressing the de-registered union’s bargaining position.
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Sydney
New South Wales
Ironworkers’ Association
State Industrial Commission
Justice Cantor
New South Wales Labour Council
Canberra Conference Report Stirs Australian Parliament
Officials voiced optimism as a major gathering in Canberra pressed for broader trade and energy measures. The discussion touched on mining, seaborne labor, and potential moves to empower regional ties amid parliamentary divisions.
Arab League Decision Amid Trade Dispute Reflected
Fragmentary report notes Arab League actions linked to a trade dispute and calls for appeal. Mentions Zionists, regional tensions, and possible expulsions, with unclear dates and locations.
Giant tidal wave devastates Amachi villages near Karachi
Barash auys reports 4004 people believed lost after a colossal bore struck the coast on November 21. Two villages were wiped out, seven more damaged, and one ferry missing as wreckage washed ashore. Thousands of cattle drowned as the sea turned reddish and a deafening crash heralded the surge.
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London
ASF
Barashauys
Komslem
Karachi
Scoordheet
Coluran
Prieved Request Noted In Tokia Report
Fragmentary report from December 3 notes a reprieve request linked to Tokyo. The text mentions honorary chairmanships with Rotary and other organizations, but details and proper names are garbled.
Mid-Week Racing Report From Brisbane
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Brisbane mid week racing event with unclear details mentioning individuals and possible officials. No coherent names, places, or outcomes are clearly readable.
Greek Delegation Seeks Free Elections for Greece
A Greek delegation visiting London pressed for free elections and general amnesty for detainees. They cited E.A.M. views and called for support from Ernest Bevin, trade demonstrations, and release of prisoners tied to Greek resistance. They urged end to arrests and for talks on easing tensions in the Middle East.
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Gromee
Pelle
Prlaone
Greece
Continuance Sought for Trans Pacific Service
Canberra reports Britain remains open to maintaining the trans Pacific Empire service with Australia to counter high operating costs. Ministers indicate Australia will seek satisfactory freight, fare, and subsidy terms to prevent British and American competition from crushing remaining routes.
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Canberra
Britain
Aum
Aestralia
Diet Americens
Han Strate
Ie Ier
Murder and Pillage on Nicgear Islands Reported
Deciphered dispatches from New Delhi describe a chaotic situation on Car is ee tort island involving suspected spying and dislocation. Only six of 309 mission-trained inhabitants remain amid tensions, with scarce supplies and reports of semi-starvation on the smaller island.
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New Delhi
Caris Eetort
Massacre of 51 Allied Prisoners in Borneo Trial
Fragmentary OCR recounts a massacre of 51 Allied prisoners in Borneo with notes on survivor counts and a Japanese sergeant major on trial. It mentions transfers through multiple locations including Russia BelaMint and a tainted sequence of killings or planned killings. The quoted interrogation asks when the decision to kill was made with an answer beginning Wham.
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Borneo
Oil Pipelines' Part in War
The article outlines how oil pipelines supported Allied war aims by supplying petroleum and fuel to armies and navies across the Pacific and Europe. It notes the vast, hidden networks running through jungles and remote routes, enabling sustained operations while remaining hard to detect from the air.
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Grnst
Jatsuna
Ness
Euston
Paar
London seeks Dutch views on evacuation of civilian internees in Java
London reports efforts to obtain Dutch government opinions on evacuating civilians from Java. The Foreign Office underlines urgency and notes receipt of a Batavia Red Cross appeal via Parliament. Officials say they are examining reception areas and shipping capacity as part of the response.
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London
A.ap
Hague
Jove
Hector McNeil
House of Commons
Batavia Red Cross
Batavia
Internees in peril prompt calls for action in Dutch East Indies
Evacuation of internees from camps in the Dutch East Indies is urged amid fears for their lives. Officials debate how to handle the crisis, with Australia offering temporary camps and Britain weighing support while pressing for independence for the republic. The situation reflects mounting pressure from Allied nations to avert further tragedies as tensions rise.
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Pier Lloyd Osorgeant
Megami
Os Roe
Wwe
Bataan
Red Crom
Mr. McNei
Britain
Fragmented text on Nuremberg trials and postwar law debate
The excerpt contends with how war crimes should be judged, arguing for due process and international law over summary executions. It invokes objections to extrajudicial action and emphasizes accountability, fair trials, and lasting legal frameworks guiding postwar justice.
Incomplete text prompts a board strike warning
The fragment shows a person asking boards to handle a strike and seeking personnel from industries. It mentions a general and hints at an upcoming announcement.
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A.ap
President Truman backs collective bargaining amid labor disputes
The President urged Congress to empower a fact finding board to study strike risks and approve a nationwide program to protect workers and industry. AFL head William Green criticized the plan while UAW leader Walter Reuther signaled General Motors talks would resume in December.
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General Motors
Congress
William Gem
American Federation of Labour
AFL
United “Automobile Workers
Me. W. Reuther
General Motore
Truman Feeues
Czech and Poles London December 9 denial on Warsaw report
A report from London describes denial of Moscow claims that Poland offered open conditions and that tensions along the Franco Russian border were being shaped. It notes England’s air force stance and German threats, with no decisive change in front line expectations before August.
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London
Aai Zeyrberedo
Moscow
Poland
Bef
England
Ularly Hepelone
Willinanes
Ecxrry
Metley Shaweroms
Russia
Air Rivalry American Aprourtment in Turbulent Era
Fragmentary OCR notes describe air rivalry and international commercial air routes with references to London and Batavia. Mentions of pilots, meetings, and swearing in officials appear, but specifics are unclear due to damaged text.
Pearl Harbor Inquirey Intelligence Warning Before Attack
A damaged OCR recounts a Pearl Harbor inquiry noting prior intelligence warnings and potential threats. The fragment mentions U S officials and Hawaiian observers discussing preattack signals and movements, with references to ministers and gates.
New York Bout Result Shrouded in Unclear Text
December 4 report from New York covers a boxing bout with fragmented OCR text making opponents, venue, and outcomes unclear. Names, dates, and decisive actions are not readable.
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Guinea
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Awsembly Oun
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Aneret
Dueshike
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Tapien
Sind
Metropolitas
Iichhardt
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Met
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Utah
Arab League
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Mallate
Prince Kashimoto
Tokio
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Aribman
Brisbane
BM. Hoo
E.A.M
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Trans-Pacific Service
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U.S
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Oeyenlone Batwens Imerice Tnd
Australi Tor
Hgts
Sd Sare Fe
Nicgear Islands
Bea See
Ini
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Laban
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Java
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Stet
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Staten
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Kellogg
Germany
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Bullen
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Sohwad
Correnn
StarboMe
Truman
Labour
FOR Public Information
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DENT
Sern
Foma Aica
Sea Int
Ann
Winrg Raden Ty Se
Teeetain Apt Tirana Narra i Fase Tanta Acergen
Sernational Commercial Air Ciuelry
Satterman Neers
Ss Tees
Seta Res
Felts
Ataton
Pearl Harbour
Cole
New York
AAP
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Tweriour
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