ACTU Terms Rejected in Canberra Conference Deadlock
Canberra Dec 11 government and the BHP rejected ACTU terms for coal steel and thinning strikes. A complete deadlock exists with rationing likely next week. Prime Minister Chifley said the Ironworkers must re register and accept Arbitration while ACTU Clarey said talks would continue to seek acceptance of proposals.
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Canberra
Commonwealth
B.H.P
A.C.T.U
Clarey
B.h.p’s
J. B. Chifley
Ironworkers’ Union
SUGGESTED TEEMS SETTLEMENT IN INDUSTRIAL DISPUTE
The report outlines suggested terms for settlement of a dispute involving the Australian Ironworkers Union and related parties. It notes proposed simultaneous applications for work resumption, immediate recognition of shop practices, and conference talks among unions and companies. It mentions ongoing claims by the Metal Trades Federation and associated wage and benefit discussions.
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Zor
Uggeres
ACTE
Lunipett
Ironers Union
Dilegaten
Trias
New South Wales Industrial Comeeiasion
BISP
Feregie Bonapa
Yvision
Bolla
Metal Trades Federation
Farker
Igamoaal
Port Membla
Justice ‘Cantor
New Souls Water Judatrial Commission
Patient Dependence on Electricity Highlighted in Care Facility
Fragmentary report notes patients reliant on electric power for light at a care site. Mentions possible equipment, warnings about outages, and a plan to address critical needs as facilities prepare for potential power issues. Names and specifics are unreadable in the damaged text.
Why Singapore Was Not Used In Fleet Disposition
In a Pearl Harbor inquiry summary General Marshall and officials argued Singapore’s exclusion arose from American observers calculating Japanese air and naval strength. They concluded Philippine theater focus and other command views determined fleet disposition, noting uncertainties and strategic priorities in late 1941.
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U.S
Singapore
Drastic police measures curb crime in Britain
In London on December 10, authorities announced a sweeping security plan to suppress crime. Prime Minister Chuter Ede promised a new order with 4000 uniformed officers and 1000 plain clothes detectives deployed nationwide, aiming to restore public safety and crack down on disorder after a wave of unrest unseen since 1918.
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Britain
Setan Linmi
Aoan
Alondon
New Society of
British misdeeds alleged by General Hurley
News despatches report General Hurley alleging Britain used lend lease supplies to build a British trade monopoly at the expense of American business in Persia and 17 other countries. The United Kingdom Commercial Corporation rejects the accusation as false.
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Hurley London
Peneral Hurley
Gton
United Kingdom Commercial Corporation
Solidarity with ACTU Support Sparks Labor Row in Melbourne
Melbourne suburb reports show a local Labour Party group and allied unions backing solidarity with Mr Chifley and the ACTU over recent New South Wales support requests. The Boot Trades Federation urged no action against airrers, censuring Me Hume for a deteriorating attack, while a majority narrowly approved the resolution after a heated debate. Brisbane dispatch notes no further Sydney travel until December 24, with railway bookings extending to December 26 for all trains to Sydney as advised by the Faraway Car Commissioner's office.
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Rovide Stecirng
Booth Ardney Orital
A.C T.b
Melbourne
Australian Labour’ Party
Chifley
ACTU
New South, Wales
Port Kembla
Newcastle
Boot Trades Federation
Hume
ACT
Brisbane
Sydney
Farway
T. Rin
New South Wales
Mir Willy
Tax Exemption Aimed At Vehicles in Transit
Sydney December report notes lawmakers consider road transport tax relief for vehicles designated for perishables and postal service use. Officials expect funding adjustments and exemptions to reduce fiscal burdens, with further details to follow as sessions proceed.
Nazi Machinations to Induce Japan to Enter War
Ribbentrop told ambassador Matsuoka on March 14 1940 that Nazi plans sought to push Japan into joining the war. The note hints at Berlin’s diplomacy toward Tokyo as World War II widened.
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Japan
Ribbentrop
Ambessador Matsuoka
German Plan for Pacific Ties Revealed at Trial
The trial reveals Nazi strategy linking Germany with Japan to deter the United States and press wartime aims. It cites von Ribbentrop era plans, Kaiserreich era loyalties, and diary extracts from Mussolini’s circle, noting potential Japanese bombing and American restraint discussions. The testimony includes quotes about conquest and strategic bombing as part of broader Axis coordination.
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United States
Count Ciano
Alderman
Pearl Harbour
Mussolin
William Joyce Appeals to the Lords in London
A garbled report details William Joyce appealing to Lords in London with references to Lords MacMillan Wright Porter and Simonds. The fragmented text mentions a somber tone, a gallery scene, and unclear remarks surrounding the case or matter before the Lords.
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Joyce W
Cimuel
Slane
MacMillan
Wright, Porter
Simonds
Ant Lo
Germans Divided Assets Among Allies in Berlin Report
A London dispatch notes Germany's machinery assets valued at £18 million from 30 Varieties of equipment to be divided among the Allies. The plan includes seven plants for Moscow and others for remaining sites, with distribution overseen by the Allied Council. Weather and procedural delays are mentioned as hindrances to proceedings and adjournments in related cases.
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London
Council of
Germany
Nationa
Systemar
Berlin
Musle
Rusela
Sivral
Northern Territory
Queensland
Pleas of guilty in wartime case for two defendants
Frances Doroth y Iekersky and James Royston Clark pleaded guilty to assisting the enemy. Gerald Inward testified that Clark was heavily under his mother’s influence. The defendants described shifting loyalties, from the Independent Labour Party and Jewish care to aiding Germany, including selling personal property.
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Mane Wren
Canter
Arena Casing
Frances Dorothy Iekersky
James Royston Clark
Betersly
Clark
Gerald
Srmwn
Hth Amd
Germany
Mc Maxwet
Turner Defrndine
Rekersley
Labou
Rad
Bete
Bote Gretey
RARHINETON Tet 108 4 P 명ent au Anoncen thet Boek
Fragmentary OCR note from a 19th century page mentions Grama line and a measure of 48 feet, unclear context and names, with likely typographical errors. The readable material notes a date-like marker and a reference to an event or alignment on a line. Further text is too garbled to determine specifics.
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Rarhineton
Tee
Opposing voices rise as American loan policy sparks debate
London dispatch reports growing opposition within a Labour led front to American loan terms. The controversial stance questions imperial trade shifts and Bretton Woods links, urging tariff flexibility and expanded imperial preference to rebuild postwar markets. Anxious about Britain’s industry, officials weigh accepting U.S. aid versus safeguarding national economic sovereignty.
Exchange of Peoples Prague talks on ethnic repatriation
An IAAP meeting in Prague discusses exchange of populations between Czechoslovakia and Hungary. The Hungarian delegation expresses willingness to exchange a number of people for Czech citizens who would relocate to Hungary, contingent on assurances and no interference in Czechoslovakia.
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Prague
Ciechoslovakia
Fale
Coeche
Teave
Tungary
Aly
British dockers avert another strike in London report
December 10 dispatch from London says a threatened walkout by British dockers was prevented after representatives and workers accepted a committee report. The proposed pay rise from a to 10 a day was endorsed, ending the dispute without action.
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London
Ural
Weike
Wet
Ewamendina & Wax
Sage
Wninns Ae
Meatworks Storage Capacity Backed for All Demands
Officials say storage capacity at the Meatworks is ample to meet all requirements. The assessment notes sufficient room to handle anticipated meat yields and seasonal surges, with reserves and contingency space available for peak periods and unexpected demand.
Unclear text on abattoirs and industry reform in Queensland
Fragmentary findings discuss state action to create additional abattoirs and semiworks in Gaberaland and inland areas. The document critiques current labor use, costs, and storage capacity, urging an organized plan and the formation of an Indian directorate to focus on production and development.
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Gaberaland
Brisbane
Queensland
Demand for Securities Notes Fallout in Lucknow District
A sputtering report from Lucknow outlines a public demand linked to a controversial article cited as “Azamgarh Blood Orgy” and rolled into a broader inquiry into the rail and trade systems. The piece discusses industry practices, sanctions calls, and calls for reform within the public works and transport sectors, noting tensions over prices, labor shortages, and export potential within the province.
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Banertions
Lucknow
Cate
Pandit Nehru
S Et al
Alwaye
Peta
Eesti
Rising crime figures alarm officials across the United States
Police and government leaders report rising crime figures in the United States highlighting concerns amid public fear. Officials name agencies and major cities facing increases while stressing demand for data, policy changes, and community safety measures.
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U.S
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