15 Feb 1946
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1946
Page
1
A garbled report notes a severe scarcity of total supplies affecting multiple nations. It mentions neighboring countries and hints at exchange rates, stock levels, and potential price or access constraints, with uncertain references to measures and timelines. The text references months and counts but lacks clear specifics.
Disjointed text references famine fears, US and European leaders weighing food shortages during wartime. Mentions China shortages, France heat requirements, Bidault and Bidault-esque statements, and ongoing efforts to meet needs amid ongoing war fears. Continuous, though garbled, snapshot of global food insecurity and political responses.
Feb 11 dispatch reports refugees at Bandung in Java, sheltered by British and Indian troops after escaping Japanese forces. It notes crates of food and supplies, water access restored, and a later note on British club charity efforts and shipping delays affecting aid delivery.
Mr Beasley speaks in support of a five four point plan to solve world hunger issues. He urges Government action to ensure essential grain production and distribution during wartime and references Australia’s wheat position and the need to avoid bitterness in international relations.
London February 13 Bevin opened the General Assembly debate on the food crisis referencing a worsening world position. He noted a projected six months 1946 need of over 17 million tons of wheat and flour for importers versus about 12 million tons available, a deficit near 5 million tons.
A pensioner, aged about 80, was killed when he fell from a window at Bendaberg General Hospital. The man, married and a long-time resident of Busabeng, had been a patient for several months. The report notes surrounding confusion and wartime era references amid a fragmented OCR page.
A fragmented report outlines a World War II scenario with Hitler aiming to capture Gibraltar, advance from Tobruk, and push toward Egypt. Mentions Soviet prosecutors and a German treatment of Royal prisoners, with scattered references to arm losses and star insignia.
A jumble of World War II era reports references Halder Warlimont and Hitler on prisoner treatment propose Allied political stalling. The text also notes a Dakota injury and Sunderland crash with crew casualties, plus UN security debate and the need to respect domestic jurisdiction.
Reports from Melbourne quote Latiori, a former Japanese Legation secretary, criticizing a Japanese troupe for aiding Australia’s war effort and noting American troops’ chilly reception. In New York, officials discuss troop movements and supply issues, while the federal stance emphasizes avoiding extra costs for wartime needs and mentions a 500,000 uniform surplus to be drawn upon.
London on February 13 reports the government has not yet received a report from the governor. troops were called out to quell disturbances and Indian troops were used.
London reports a narrow 19 to 21 vote rejecting New York as the permanent UNO site while a temporary choice favored New York. Several abstained including the United States which did not participate in the site decision. The United Kingdom and Soviet Union supported New York with others backing the west cease location as a compromise.
A chaotic report from Sydney indicates that around 2800 AP men stand on the brink of mutiny amid rising tensions and unexplained pressures. Officials provided a terse explanation, but details remain unclear.
Canberra February 14 The appointment of Captain F G Taylor is upheld as the government plans to expand civil aviation. The superintendent role is expected to be announced soon with a salary between 1200 and 1300 per year. The government Gazette shows continued aviation expansion plans.
Fragmentary text shows a mix of languages and unclear references to Roth and Somme. The readable portion hints at a penitent or penitione theme but lacks concrete facts, dates, or locations to establish a clear news item.
A fragmentary report notes war crime trials involving Japanese suspects in Darwin Australia. Mentions dates for next hearings, charges related to atrocities, and allied actions after major events. The text is garbled with missing names and places.
The UN Security Council discussed Albania’s admission with Vyshinsky pressing for a decisive vote. Bevin sought to avoid voting against or for any nation, prompting questions about how to proceed. The president had to intervene as stirs arose, and Stettinius’ postponement motion was adopted.
A fragmentary historic note outlines the clandestine Comet Live wake and the bravery of Allied firemen in German occupied Europe. The dispatch references Belgium and Italy, with mentions of key figures and a covert mission, highlighting extraordinary courage amid peril.
The Morotai court trial concluded with a guilty verdict for leading figures in the abuses during wartime. Australian guards escorted the condemned as the court recorded sentences and a hush fell over the packed gallery. The proceedings branded the defendants as central to a network of torture and brutal acts during the occupation, drawing strong international attention.
Fragmentary wartime notice describes import of workers for France, mentions RAF gratitude, and a high level secret discussion. References January 1 and references to George Smad and Mademabelie de Jagh as framing figures in a private tale.
London reports on February 1 as the Australian Associated Press notes expectations of a larger coal output. The brief item cites unclear intent and lacks full detail.
Melbourne reports General Blamey says Australia ran the war as a political party affair from its outset. He argues party politics influenced leadership choices, though military discipline remained strong. He cites Mr Curtin and Mr BG Marie in shaping policy and reaction to offers, noting tensions within the war effort.
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