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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 22, 1946

Page

1

Communists Seek Power After De Gaulle Resigns

Paris January 21 AAP Communists strive to form a three party coalition with M Thorez as head aiming to end crisis after General de Gaulle resigns M Auriol to act as head of government until a new president is chosen if coalition fails Herrin or a Radical could take Foreign Affairs or lead government.

Paris A.A.P General de Gaulle France M. Auriol Reuters M. Thorez M.R.P M. Herrint

Premier De Gaulle's Resignation Talks Roil Paris

French cabinet and party leaders reel from General de Gaulle's reported resignation move as Socialist and Communist factions seek a joint government. Reuters notes de Gaulle plans to leave politics after demanding military cuts and drafting a new constitution.

M Palewski M_ Gouth Fice de Gaulle Reuters Peaka Pres Im Faris Ges de Gaulle Duran Fs Mun Sher Hepreseniatves Communi Leedere Temoras Reulery PARIE

End of Hostilities and Government Opinion on Japan Peace Terms

Attorney General Bratton presented today several requests to Governor Sumpter seeking an expression of opinion on the terms of surrender in Tokio Bay. He noted the September 2 date and referenced allied invitations and contracts dependent on surrender terms. Payment terms for entitlements and the timing of state actions were discussed, with the governor’s position described as opinion rather than a formal policy.

Generel Dr. Bratt Tare Gov Mpoe Tokio Bey Legiela Ban No Atatary Governaien

Singapore Trials Report From War Plot Hearings

Partial reads describe mention of strategic plotting concerns tied to war, with references to a chief protest and a panel weighing evidence. The fragmented text notes dates and places in Singapore with unclear names and events.

Singapore Ff Gocaman Aioe Iimeca

Atomic Energy Commission Emerges From London Debate

In London January 21 the ONO Political and Security Committees adopted a resolution for establishing an Atomic Energy Commission. Six votes for and one against plus one abstention marked the outcome after a two hour debate. Small powers pressed for clarifications on memo points from the Moscow conference. Bevin urged a cautious trial phase and orderly establishment.

London ONO Bevin

Regional planning report outlines Queensland grouping plan

A government special committee released a June last year report linking Queensland to twenty five groups with four head criteria. The document followed six regular sessions and referenced Ms kM u hier and the Bien proposal, noting potential disappearance of the Bien.

Queensland Iste

Wotetian Tormes Army Japanese Breaks Down

Fragmented text from an early edition mentions military actions and sentencing, but the readable lines are garbled. The content references Cairo or London datelines and an Egyptian Army context with phrases about executions or punishments, yet details remain unclear.

US Labour Strife Drives National Strike Action

New York reports the start of a widespread labor strike across the United States with 1.88 million idle workers and 790200 idle workers expected as of the midnight deadline. International Harvester workers announce a January 21 strike seeking a 3 percent raise while Transport Workers Union plans a January 11 action to block sale of the city power plant to private firms.

Tag New York United States la & Climax Manthe Frultles Pickela Assocutes Ress International Harvester Coen- Dang Ha| Transport Workers Union Planta

The Schreiber Case enters new phase in Canberra inquiry

Resumed hearings reveal Dr Ernest Fields offered payment for testimony at Motel Meine, with Turbulent exchanges over pay and employment. Brigadier Schreiber’s role questioned as fields denies being coerced while hotel officials and Canberra authorities face questions about pressures and disclosures.

Canberra Schreiber Ernnest Fields Meine Fields J Cassidy Rinmstow Camry Ower Siemimt Thi Bert Casidy Brigadier Schreiber Matt Pround Pields Las Conalderai Cenett Mimself

British Army Officer's Service Claim in Employment Dispute

Brigadier Schreiber described his side of the soldier's case in a dispute over service terms. He stated the soldier agreed verbally to a two year stay with the Government staff and had served nearly five years in the Army without a written contract. The witness noted the lack of a formal agreement dated 1 November and discussed residence as a factor in England.

Schreiber Feerigs Charseur Raler Justice Tc England Aabe

Premiers push for Taxation Council plan in Canberra

Canberra January 2 The Premiers at their conference with the Commonwealth Government will urge the establishment of a Taxation Council. It would consist of State Premiers and decide the share of total uniform tax collections allocated to the States, reducing the need for small States to seek grants from the Grants Commission to balance their finances.

Canberra Commonwealth Grants Commission

Strong Bargaining at State Council Over Uniform Name Manner

A terse council session centered on funding allocations for public works. Officials in the States debated continuance of a uniform naming standard as the Loan Council discussed disbursement priorities and procedures.

Arte Festiel Loan Council

Australians Leave Ambon in Roaring Farewell

Ambon harbor witnessed a chaotic farewell as Australians prepared to sail away on Saturday. Natives surged forward, breaking through peace lines, pushing toward the wharf and attempting to stow away. The tumult included burning sounds and spread confusion among onlookers and officials.

Ambon Ambanese Aimboo Miltary Bil Deotan

Taken Over in Japan

Fragmentary text reports a transfer or takeover in Japan with scattered phrases about shipments and a somber mood. Mentions Sutter and Seana Med, but specifics and outcomes remain unclear.

Japan

Brisbane Council Faces Employment Struggles and Rejection

Brisbane city officials grapple with unemployment claims and a Works Department stance. Aldermen denounce delays while residents blame council as not an employment agency. Rehabilitation and federal cooperation are urged amid frustration.

Brisbane Briavane Zoumen Couseil Works Department Commonwealth Rehabilitation Department Mother Council Vidibeeral

Athens Demonstration and Greek Crisis Reported

A chaotic Athens scene unfolds with anti-British chants and calls for resistance as police clash with demonstrators. Reports say 1000 plus EAM members and 2000 armed supporters gather in Kalamata while martial law is declared and troops deploy.

Athens Kalemata Aihen Kalamate Organiae Kalamata Sparta London Greet Scroas Reuters Ry Plewar

Floating Mine Found At Wellington Point Beach

A World War II era mine washed ashore at Wellington Point near Brisbane and was later rendered safe by naval authorities. The device, a magnetic influence type designed to protect mine fields, could not explode on contact. Police cleared the area and warned nearby residents to stay away while authorities removed the hazardous item.

Brisbane Wan Wellington Point Cleerea

Big Ben Chimes Damped by Ice Particles

London January 2. Big Ben chimes muffled by ice particles falling from the mechanism causing a grating noise. Fog and snowbound Britain disrupted transport with many cars halted by weather.

Big Ben London Britain

Impressions of Life in Russian Occupied Zone

An AP dispatch from January 20 describes daily life under Russian occupation detailing how ordinary routines persist yet differ from other zones. The report notes measures on daily activities and the ways authorities direct and influence residents.

A.A.P

Land in peasants hands and postwar plans

A correspondent surveys land reform and economic change in the Russian zone. Private baths and industry show limited nationalisation with state control predominant. Germans face rationing and reconstruction, while Russians tighten direction. land reform provokes mixed peasant sentiment amid ongoing recovery and friction with occupation.

Sazony Ax Roub Seut Eniaet Dresden Berlin Lille Aise

Drawn Match Drives Queensland Close to Victory

The Queenslanders faced a rate to win with limited time, but strong batting from Gilad and fours from Tallon kept them in contention. Despite a late fight by Crantham and Carrigan, the visitors fell four runs short as the game ended in a dramatic draw.

Workman Williams Sadiety Nich Earn New Eastand Wose Gilad Rune Tong Ragers Carrigan MeCiah Ebespis Guline Morre-Tallon Tee Yolal Mote

Patman Duel Draws Crowds in Nation’s Capital

A large crowd gathered in Washington to watch a disputed boxing match involving Patman and Landon. Officials reported tense moments as the contenders exchanged blows and the result remained undecided at press time.

Immigration debate dominated Hobart columns

Local Hobart papers highlight ongoing January discussions on immigration policy. The text references Australia Britain relations and a key public figure's stance, noting concern over citizenship and border controls. A sense of national debate frames the issue as urgent within government circles.

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