Russia to keep Dairen under military control until peace
A delayed dispatch from Dairen reports Russia will retain full control of Dairen and keep forces there until after a peace treaty with Japan. The move relies on a pact’s technical clause defining peacetime exempt status from Naval Base regulations in the 1945 Port Arthur agreement.
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New York
A.A.P
Russia
Japan
World
Dairen
Spain
William Newton
Port Arthur
China
Dairen Presents A Gloomy Picture Under Soviet Rule
A correspondent describes Dairen under Soviet control as a bleak, deprived city with hunger and unemployment widespread. He notes strict surveillance, limited freedom, and a military economy driven by scrip. Chinese and Soviet authorities impose fear and privation on residents amid looming control and tensions with the United States.
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Elmost
America
Yeice
Ching
Uae
Red Army
Daires Amarican
Newton
King’s Christmas Message to the People of Empire
A fragmented wartime holiday message reflects on healing, endurance, and shared duty. Leaders urge continued resilience in industry and agriculture, note wartime burdens on households, and call for unity and hopeful recovery toward peace under divine timing.
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Samomns
Young discharged men workless in Brisbane report
December report from Brisbane notes a surge of unemployed ex soldiers and discharged men. Salvation Army and local authorities report home intake rising to 109 during a mood of despair. 10,893 meals and 9,632 free services provided. Major Hunter cites red tape delaying aid and notes many youths seek work but struggle to find it.
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Briabane
Ais
Salvation Army
Breay South Brabane
Taleg
D. Hunter
Neweker
Imney Young
Antiques Sales Rally At Towers and Pothebys Auction House
Dec 2 report from AAP notes jewellery and art auctions at Towers and Pothebys drew strong crowd. Combined takings reached four million pounds with notable sales including Gainsborough pieces and a Marvent Waggon reference.
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Towers
Pothebys
Constable's
Stratt
Stour
Wwesm
Gainsborough
Surviving Torture Chamber Amid War Crimes Trial
December 4 report from AAP details Private Jamnée William Downie and another New South Wales soldier as two survivors of a torture chamber at a Japanese POW camp. Testimony names Lieutenant Narumi Oota and other accused, describing severe beatings, starvation, and deaths among captives. Records recount Downie and Private Robert Farley hungry and unable to resist food, with Farley’s fate tied to Hiroshi Pauls and others, amid highest death rate among the camp.
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Yokorama
Jamnée William Downie
New South Wales
Lievenant Narumi Oota
Downie
Robert Farley
Parley
Feu
Chisholm
Hiroshi Pauls
Takia
Sup
Aha Ie
French Troops for Indo China Reinforcements Voyage
Paris reports dispatch from AAP says units of the Second Airborne Division have departed Bone Indo China aboard a French transport. Paris notes that additional Senegalese troops are among the supplied reinforcements for Indo China.
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London
Paris
Bone
Itip
Innisfail Eye Operation Flight To Brisbane Urgent
Innisfail reports a child flown to Brisbane for an urgent eye operation. The chaotic dispatch mentions Allied discussions with General MacArthur’s advisers and broader wartime political and economic debates affecting shipments and government actions.
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Innisfail Child
Brisbane
Two Die as Queensland Road Crash Rocks Town
A serious highway accident near Toowoomba left two people dead and many injured. An overturned truck blocked a major road, with rescue teams racing to reach the scene and determine causes. Local authorities urged caution as investigators collected evidence and transported the injured to hospitals.
Gas Employees Strike Amid Federal Council Talks
Prime Minister J B Whe makers refrained from full details as Victoria and South Australia face gas worker disputes. Negotiations toward settlement are indicated, with the prime minister hopeful talks will advance and negotiations reach a secure agreement.
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Federal Council
Victoria
South Australia
J.B. Whe
Ree Etme Inter
Eta
Government to Examine Income Tax Act Deductions Question
Canberra December 25 The Commonwealth will examine the Income Tax Act to clarify deductions from all types of payments. Prime Minister Chifley says some employers paying workers by piece work or piece rates were not required to make tax instalment reductions. The government will review how earnings are treated under the act and adjust rules as needed.
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Canberra
Commonwealth
Chifley
Blair Court
World picture of how nations prepared for Christmas
London notes a holiday rush with crowds at Paddington and major stations. Turkey deliveries to London shops exceed twenty thousand by midday as ships bring more, while markets, lorries, and cars move goods. Christmas ceremonies begin at Saint Catherine’s Church and public streets glow with trees and lanterns as households prepare the Star of Bethlehem windows.
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London
A.A.P
Paddington
Ithfield Market
Dolly Telapeagh
Saptadiva
Cathern
Bethlehem
Ais
Christ
Saint Catherine
Iin
Orsunday
Peace difficulties not overcome amid Christmas turmoil
Across Europe tension remains high as leaders warn peace is fragile. In Prague a 400 foot illuminated Christmas tree glows before the burnt Town Hall while in Berlin hungry families seek basic rations. British army units distribute cakes and sugar, and Americans plan Christmas entertainment for children as shortages persist.
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Moscow
Iing
Cito
Tafe Matemnen
Germany
Berlin
Enduring Peace Vision Prompts Hope From President
The president voices hope for lasting peace, urging spiritual unity and collective resolve. He recalls sacrifices made, pledging continued effort toward a world united in peace and harmony. The speech emphasizes Remembering those who died and pursuing a durable reconciliation.
Bernborough Sale and Stable Plans For Three-Year Kentucky Stud
Los Angeles reports Mell McCarthy acting for Pauls Mayer says Bernborough will reach Los Angeles by ship in late January and go to Lexington Kentucky for a three year stud stint. Mayer reportedly paid around twenty thousand dollars for Beat Pere, with no final Bernborough price disclosed.
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Los Angeles
Mell McCarthy
Pauls B. Mayer
Bernborough
Lexington
Kentucky
McCarthy
Romny
Mr. Mayer
Mayer
Beat Pere
Mecarthy
Mayers Racing Advisnry Board
Anwar
Bemborough
Message of Praise to BcoF Troops in London
A report from London praises BOF troops amid rough conditions, noting high ranking US authorities commending their conduct and influence on democratic moves. The message highlights a hopeful tone about guiding peace and cooperation through steadfast behavior.
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London
BOF
Socupe
Aeepers Am
Cirktoms
Haip
Peaceful Coopers
Mem Wits
Church urges restraint as Viet Nam war rages and calls for peace
Amid chaotic reports the Church bows out yet reiterates a plea for calm and aid for the affected. Leaders condemn violence and urge nations to seek mercy for the hurt peoples, calling for patience, aid, and steps toward ending the conflict.
Special Weather Forecast From Crohamhurst Observatory
A garbled weather forecast notes a fairly wet January and a wetter latter part. Mentions Bribane with a fatal incident and injuries from a Greek overturned vehicle on a road. Early morning heat noted. several casualties reported.
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Crohamhurst Observatory
Bribane
Wool production and tariff forces debate on U.S. wool fate
An analysis notes wartime U.S. wool consumption, tariff effects, and farm impacts. It argues growers seek stable policies, while the tariff binds producers as consumers, urging government and taxpayers to aid breeding and market adjustments for long term wool supply.
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Wald
Matt
Mujer Compact
United States
Americes Abeweesen
Australian cricket turmoil mars county title clash
A garbled report from a cricket scene accuses officials and umpires of bias and manipulation. The text hints at a county championship dispute involving Hammond and Bray, with criticism aimed at governance and fairness, suggesting undermined matches and controversial decisions.
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Landok
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