21 Dec 1945
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1945
Page
1
The Rial Department expresses concern over Indonesian tensions and calls for a speedy peaceful settlement. It notes no specific proposals beyond urging calm and lawful measures while avoiding provocative actions and emphasizing adherence to a charter and international norms.
Canberra dispatch reports Prime Minister J B Chifley announced postwar defence planning. Older servicemen will be retired to create openings for younger troops. The Defence Committee will report on two-year recruitment needs and long-range postwar strength. A scientific advisory panel will guide research needs. Tomorrow a statement on Empire defence cooperation will be released.
December 20 report states a batch of Japanese from a war camp at Featherean well saved for shipment to America soon. About 100 prisoners reportedly from Guidalcanar are said to be among them with no additional details. Officials strive to conceal the nature of the transfer. The group is to be trained in carriages and rail stages aboard ship SAN Under Beary Beard.
Despatches from London dated December 19 note exports to Spain continuing amid the civil conflict. The report mentions the Spanish situation and refers to maritime ministry involvement and external tensions affecting trade and policy during the ongoing war. Names and precise figures are unclear due to damaged text.
A belated surrender is reported in the Denes mit case as the entity Bestieh trons has formally submitted to the governing authority. The development marks a resolution step after negotiations and prior disputes. Further details on the surrender terms and involved parties are not provided.
London reports a new pay code from July 1968 raising basic rates for British servicemen across all ranks. It introduces two pay bands for entry and training, a marriage allowance, child allowances, and parity with civilian wages for certain trades. The changes include prize money for captures and a plan to extend eligibility for commissions and higher posts.
Walter Purdy stands accused of high treason in London at the Old Bailey. The case details his alleged dual life in Germany and Britain, links to fascists, and attempts to aid enemy actions. He faced court martial in Berlin and claims to have aided Allied airmen by radio work. The trial covers sabotage, enemy communications, and an eventual death sentence at a final court martial.
A frail wartime dispatch reports that armed clashes occurred in the German occupied zone as police and bandits fought amid a Berlin line of communications. Revolvers and Sten guns were said to be used in daytime encounters near Dummsdort with multiple factions involved in a tense withdrawal and arrests.
Discussion proposes a three-branch military structure with a secretary of defense, a chief of staff for the armed forces, and an advisory council to align land sea air units with civilian forces. Emphasizes unified command and simultaneous multi-domain operations to prevent another global war.
The readable text is garbled and incomplete showing scattered letters and stray terms. No clear person, organization, place, date, or event can be determined from the fragment.
A White Paper confirms a plan to form three statutory air transport corporations. The first would run UK links to Commonwealth nations, the United States, and the Far East. the second would cover UK to continental routes. the third would connect the United Kingdom with South America. Each board includes airline experts and some with surface transport experience.
Government White Paper argues subsidies should end by November 1 1948 with compensation for physical wear. Civil aviation would absorb lines and operations while military craft see limited openings as the state aims to raise civil aircraft production and allow RAT and Fleet Air Arm personnel to transition. Security and safety standards remain emphasized.
A London summary reports on a White Paper detailing British aviation policy and overseas property plans. It notes aims to extend freedom in operation, manage transport schemes, and use deficit grants initially. It discusses international air routes, airport sites, and the role of the Overseas Airways Corporation and Transport Command in implementing the policy and preparing for a future bill.
A Reuters report from Moscow says the Moscow conference opened with a cordial lunch among Prime Minister Bevin, Foreign Minister Byrnes, and Soviet officials. Attendees included Archibald Clark Kerr, Maf Marriman, and Cadogan. Weather delays hindered parts of the British delegation’s travel from Berlin.
Canberra reports that signals show Mr J Ward declined the offer of the External Territories Ministry to Moscow. The anticipated appointment to Moscow by February was not accepted, with sources noting cabinet discussions and political views impacting the decision.
Canberra reports that W. M. Makin will succeed Sir Frederick Eggleston as Australian minister to the United States. Makin will be resident minister, later becoming minister plenipotentiary, and will depart Australia late February or early March. He will maintain cabinet links and aid talks between Britain, the United States, and Austria on major issues.
London dispatch reports Norway's delegation at Oslo voted to postpone ratification of the Bretton Woods agreement until January. Reuters notes the decision followed debates among ministerial members and implies ongoing negotiations by the delegation.
American Assistant Prosecutor Colonel Storey urged the tribunal to declare the SA a criminal organization. He argued the SA acted as a terrorist group to terrorize political opponents. The witness noted the SA’s evolution alongside the Gestapo after 1930.
Fragmented text outlines wartime figures and court proceedings with mentions of Goering Himmler Kaltenbrunner and Goebbels amid references to trials, tribunals and Nazi plans. It notes wartime actions including executions and conspiratorial aims, with scattered names and dates.
A fragmentary report reviews government limits on press and industry power amid anticipated changes. It notes warnings from Mr Cant about restrictions easing in a potential future, with mentions of coal supply deliveries to Bas and Wincrcty and a tense political context.
December 19 AAP reports Annamese leaders seize Saigon as French administration weakens their grip. Local authorities confirm upheaval and a shift in control amid colonial power struggles. The report notes immediate uncertainty and potential realignment of governance in the city.
Unclear OCR text describes a U S bomber with unprecedented range and heavy armament. The fragment mentions calibers and costs but lacks coherent details. Named places or organizations are not clearly identifiable.
A garbled report discusses Emperor Hirohito and wartime power, mentioning Communist influence and public pressure. It references government and military questions about gas and power, with unclear attribution and a call for restraint in handling public interests.
Report from an industrial court session where railway unions led by Mr M O'Brien criticized the delay in delivering judgment. The Combined Railway Unions condemned the pause as chaotic for railway workers awaiting a decision, while party leaders pledged to press for a swift ruling despite tensions at the hearing.
Fragmentary OCR text provides no clear person or event. Unable to determine a coherent news item.
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