Military position in Java quieter amid political upheaval
Batavia January 28 British and Indian patrols clashed with Indonesian irregulars at Seumebeera and Semarang while the Java front grows calmer overall. A 100 mile road convoy reached Bandoeng from Batavia and Indonesians armed with row and sticks gathered at several points near Bandoeng. Casualties total 1283 with 23 British officers killed 25 wounded 4 British other ranks killed 30 wounded 9 Indian officers killed 36 wounded 213 Indian other ranks wounded 727 and 432 missing.
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T. L. Goodman
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Moves on Java Chessboard In Java change of generals eyed
The Associated Press reports unconfirmed news of a leadership shift in Java with Lieut General Stopford expected to arrive to succeed General Christison. Batavia sees talks with Lord Louis Mountbatten’s envoys and plans for future Dutch Indonesian adjustments amid a tense transition period.
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Moscow News Commentary on Japanese, British Roles in Java
A Moscow leader criticizes British command in Indonesia, denying claims they are there to disarm Japan. It also links Greece to rising monarchist and fascist terror as tensions grow.
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Prevda
Java
Indonesia
Greece
Beer Cellar Bombing Rumor Tied to Heydrich Scheme
A German general Georg Thomas said the 1939 Munich beer cellar explosion was staged by the late Heydrich to destabilize peace hopes among Nazi leaders. He claimed Hitler was safe, with Himmler aiding by trapping two Britons on the German Dutch border as scapegoats.
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Air Ministry Warns On Demobilisation Delays
Air Ministry warns troops withdrawal will slow demobilisation and affect shipping positions. The notice cites safety concerns and uneven progress as authorities contend with ongoing delays amid troop movements in London at 7am on the 21st.
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Orgadur
Air Ministry
Occupation Duties Outlined for British Commonwealth Force in Japan
Melbourne dispatch reports Lt Gen Northcott outlining the British Commonwealth occupation tasks in Japan. The force will dispose of millions of tons of Japanese war materials in the Australian area under supervision, not merely serving an Empire task. Northcott recently resumed duties after a tour to India and Singapore.
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Albanian Plot Report Said to Target Government Leader
Moscow radio reports an Albanian communique alleging fascist terrorists called the Albanian Union attempted to overthrow the government and execute the leader. Police arrested numerous senators in connection with the alleged plot, with contact claimed to have existed with Albanians in Greece to curb disorders.
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Jem 25
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Observed Troop Quality From Morotai to New Zealand Visit
The commander noted the troops he inspected at Morotai along with earlier visits to New Zealand and the Australian contingent showed first class appearance and evidence of high training.
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Morotai
Forces to choose British battalion for Tokyo occupation
An official statement will outline the functions of British forces in Japan. He noted keen competition among units to determine which battalion will represent Britain in Tokio. Arrival in Japan awaits a directive from MacArthur on responsibilities.
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Tripartite Alliance Talk Opens Path To France Britain And Russia
A correspondent reports M Gouin signaling a possible tripartite alliance among Britain France and Russia. He notes France faces a non desperate but serious financial outlook and warns the Assembly may push independent action to sever relations with Franco while seeking support from British and American allies.
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Egyptian cabinet crisis averted after ministers withdraw resignations
London reports three Egyptian ministers who resigned yesterday have withdrawn today averting a full cabinet crisis. The exchange telegraph agency correspondent in Cairo notes the development comes as political tension eases and uncertainty over leadership subsides.
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London
Exchange Telegraph Agency
Cairo
Murder of French atomic expert at Auschwitz camp
A French atomic expert slain at Auschwitz was described in court as his wife bid farewell in a piteous scene. The man, Couturier a Communist Deputy in the French Assembly testified about the brutal act and the scientist's incapacitating injuries.
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Witness recounts horrors of Auschwitz at Nuremberg trial
Madame Couturier testified of Auschwitz through German guards presence of SS leaders, describe heads shaved and naked standing, executions by gas, and brutal abuse of women prisoners. She recalled babies killed, starvation and overcrowded conditions, and forced sterilisation experiments conducted on Jewish women and twins.
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Viceroy’s Brief Address Amid Absent Congress Members
In a short speech to the Imperial Assembly the Viceroy spoke of India’s political future, saying only eight of 141 Indian members attended. He asserted confidence despite Congress members’ absence, noting it as one of the briefest vice regal addresses on record.
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India
Congress Party
Malayan Campaign Inquiry Likelihood Questioned
Canberra reports it is unlikely the Federal Government will initiate an inquiry into the Malayan campaign or ask Britain to investigate. The Prime Minister declined comment on tips of an inquiry, noting control by senior British officers and that Australia would request Britain if any inquiry were desired. The government has studied Churchill’s speech but will not seek the full 10,000 word transcript.
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3. B. Chitey
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Australia
Mr. Churchill
Train load of Sudeten Germans begins march to American zone
London reports 1308 evacuees moved from Marienbad to the American zone after expulsion pauses at Potsdam. The group includes 295 men, 700 women, and 714 children, traveling in heated cattle trucks with belongings filling all spare space. Uncertainty remains about their future under American administration.
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AAP
Germany
Marienbad
Itill
Incomes Tax Cuts Favored Ahead of Budget
The article argues for a 6 percent overall cut in income tax rates for the full financial year. If 24 percent is not maintained, the government risks deductions above 1945-46 levels. A comprehensive revenue review with a new budget is planned, aiming to balance concessions with revenue retention amid expected turnover growth.
Queensland press for tax cuts at Melbourne conference
Brisbane plans to argue for broad tax reductions to boost incentives for workers and employers. Queensland also backs abolishing land tax and removing sales tax from essentials, with moves to allow deductions for medical expenses and allowances for wives and children.
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Queensland
State Taxpayers’ Association
Melbourne
Doubt Among U S Soldiers Grows Over Japan Occupation
A dispatch from Tokyo cited by the New York Times reports American troops in occupied Japan becoming wary as months pass. While many once saw themselves as freeing democracy, some soldiers question the pace and success of Allied rule. Japanese attitudes shift with reports of fewer mixed spots and rising hold-ups blamed on U S troops, fueling mistrust and fear of approaching night.
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New York Times
Tokio
Japan
Unclear fragment hints at Goulns ministry and French politics
A garbled January 77 dispatch from London references M Gouln and his ministry with six to seven MLFLP and one non party. It notes Labour sentiments and a patriotic stance, with unspecified statements about France and Parliament.
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Liberated German Jews Rally Against British Policy in Munich
In Munich on January 28 a congress of liberated German Jews heard David Ben Gurion accuse Britain of trying to establish ghettos in Palestine. Gurion, returning from Palestine, said Jews would not accept mere attachment to the land but pursue a stronger claim.
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David Ben Guirion
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Persian Situation To Be Discussed Before Council
London January 27. Forest Secretary Bevin to meet Russian delegation leader Vyshinski tomorrow to discuss the Persian situation ahead of the Security Council assembling. The talks aim to align Britain with U.S. policy and pursue a broader understanding on Europe and the Far East.
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Persians Blame Themselves In Reform Push
The Times special correspondent notes Persians are in a tight spot largely of their own making as calls for reform gain momentum. A Council of State was convened to advise elections for provincial councils, a move the government had delayed for four years despite British urging. Observers warn missteps mirror weak border states, while Russian representation at Tehran remains limited and diplomatic channels with Sultaneh are muddled by missing ambassadors and health-related absences.
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Shah appoints new Persian Prime Minister and envoy bid
Tehran reports the Shah confirmed Sultaneh as Prime Minister and he rushed to the Foreign Office to dispatch urgent instructions to the Persian Ambassador in London Tagladeg. The envoy is to reach London before Persia's case is discussed at the Security Council on January 26.
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Vyshinsky Meets Bevin At Foreign Office Today
London dispatch reports M Vyshinski visiting the Foreign Office and conferring with Foreign Secretary Bevin on the latest imperial and postwar diplomatic matters during the day.
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M. Vyshinski
Foreign Office
Mr. Bevin
Jerusalem post office placed on heightened terrorist alert
Security around the Jerusalem post office has been tightened amid fears of a bomb attack. Barbed wire lines the lanes near the building, no parcels are accepted, and police inspect bags and identity papers while monitoring all letter submissions.
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London
Jerusalem
Associated Press
Greek minister abstains from UN debate over Greece
London January 27. Greek Foreign Minister Sofianopoulos will not attend the UN Security Council session on Russia's demand for Britain Greece withdrawal. The Greek ambassador in London will represent Athens with support from the Kirisha policy as Sofianopoulos is unable to be present.
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UNO
Anopoulos
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Athens
Sofianopoulos
Queen Elizabeth to Return for Luxury Passenger Service
The Queen Elizabeth will be retrimmed and overhauled in two months, then join a luxury passenger service. The liner’s worldwide redeployment follows government backing of Britain’s stance on the Greek question amid Greek diplomacy notes. A Times dispatch from Athens recalls Sofianopoulos’s appointment as foreign minister and Russia’s later move to restore diplomatic ties with Greece.
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Daily Mail
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UNO
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Sofianopoulos
Sophoulis
Russia
Greece
German regional elections show Christian Democrats ahead
Frankfurt dispatch reports 400000 voters in Bavaria Baden Wurttemberg Hesse and Greater Hesse voted for local councils in 9500 communities. Early counts place Christian Democrats ahead of Social Democrats with Communist support minor. In Memmingen posters torn down and Nazi slogans painted. Social Democrats lead Darmstadt district with 224 seats to 4 for Christian Democrats 22 Communists and 45 others.
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Christian Democrats
US Lines to resume services to Far East
New York Times correspondent reports US Lines will restart services to new routes in the Far East including calls at Tokyo and Shanghai signaling a broader trans Pacific schedule.
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