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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1946
Page
1
General Mikhailovich the Chetnik leader and eight co-accused were shot near Belgrade at dawn. Draghi Yovanovich Belgrade police chief Milan Glishitch Radoslav Raditch Pavlovitch among the executed. Two others Zhrokovitch and Zujovitch sentenced to death in absentia. Reuters Belgrade report notes lack of official statement.
A wartime dispatch from New York summarizes British attitudes toward evidence of massacres and German collaboration, highlighting resistance reports about Miklo, the Yugoslav scene, and Britain’s role in uniting Yugoslav armies. The report notes Britain’s cautious handling of foreign evidence and moves to shape postwar governance amid Allied efforts.
The Moyal Commission heard a report showing the Soviet embassy allegedly handed over a Canadian to deportation. A former embassy cipher clerk and others faced statements about stolen Banbamy fwnwe not fully clear. Guards recall three Russians visiting Gouzenko’s apartment after he failed to respond, amid wider espionage allegations and an alleged 8 ND ryplonaer network.
July 17 report notes altered atom bomb test plans. Vice Admiral Blandy announced 15 ships including cruisers and submarines will be involved. A Cornell University scientist with a project headed by Marc Hoflowsy aims to trigger a mechanism, while officials discuss exile and national security implications.
London reports a U S military government plan to ship finished and refined German industrial materials to nations allied with America next year. Winant, head of the trade and commerce branch, says goods such as raw materials, shoes, and ships components will be sent to Germany for production and exchange, constrained by credit shortages and logistics.
New York July 16 The New York Times editorial on Dr Evatt's bread and yester day notes that small nations seek full division at the peace conference. It discusses pressures among Poland Russia Czechoslovakia and others, warning that the Big Three must address the concerns of smaller nations.
Policy discussion during the council session on broadcasting. Mr Morrison defends constitutional rights amid questions on radio station aims and international jamming.
Prime Minister J B Chifley announced a strong Australian delegation led by Dr A V Evatt to represent Australia at the Paris peace conference. The 11 prominent Australians will discuss peace treaties with Italy Romania Bulgaria Hungary and others. Deputy leader J A Beasley and Senator Donald Grant will act as observers with a team from External Affairs and overseas representatives assisting.
Brisbane officials announce a complete survey by a board to assess fourkst resources and advise the government on developing tourism. The Premier says a conference in Canberra set goals to promote tourism and ensure adequate transport and accommodation. Members include E A Ferguson, J B Harvey, F Byrnes, and J R Kemp.
A minister reacts as junior officers prepared a ministerial information questionnaire amid questions about Australia’s ties with Britain and the United States. A. A. Calwell faced parliamentary remarks over the probe, including inquiries about a “steady girl” and Australia’s future independence. The incident prompted apologies and assurances no further repetitions would occur.
Sydney native Ewin Crivente led a small crew who joined in repainting the schooner Ing ot permoms after two weeks at sea. The crew worked to restore the vessel’s condition and preserve its seaworthiness for future voyages.
July 16 report from London describes Royal Garden Party attendees in Buckingham Palace garden. AAP notes officers with red star in their caps fared, conspirur as a Bucking ham Palace summer scene. Men wore morning dress and Meunge suits, umbrellas served, special enclover tortex worn. Several Cabinet members joined.
The report notes a military aircraft, dubbed Army Super Fortress, crossing polar ice. It details navigational instruments tended, a sustaining crew gathering, and a 22 hour flight over Tepereee terrain with no incidents.
Fragmentary report describes a plan involving a board with Civil Aeronautical Authority approval to replace certain flights. text references engineers and aviation terms but details are unclear due to damaged OCR. The item appears to note regulatory steps and potential testing or grounding actions in London.
Reuters reports Cy Sheehan moved to form a new cabinet in London as the government seeks to recalibrate leadership. The shakeup hints at policy shifts and renewed priorities for the administration.
Prime Minister announces a conversion loan of 15 million pounds at 2 percent for three years or 31 percent for nine years, maturing August 1. Securities due October 15, 1937 and 1938. Government may redeem five year securities at any time after October 15, 1935. Taxation remains as in recent Security Law. No new tax is asked. holders who convert receive funds on due date.
A note indicates a 126 million loan falls due November 18 with action required to convert or redeem. Government may seek cash and conversion loan in October to meet Commonwealth and State needs, with an estimate around 30 million to 40 million pending Works Council and Lowen Council discussions.
In Sydney on July 17 only a Queenslander, B Kay, will be in the Australian third Test side to meet England. P McMahon is declared medically unfit by the league medical officer after a seven minute examined. Kurri Kurri winger White is chosen to fill McMahon’s position. England’s team includes Ward Batten Kitching Rusman Russell Horne McCue Owens Philips Gee Bean Whitcombe. If Ward not fit, Kitching will replace him. Ruisman expresses confidence England can win with good fortune.
A fragmentary text cites concerns over government actions in Palestine and mentions Jewish refugees and international responses. The brief references Stephen Wha site and Canadian, Italian, New Zealand, and South African ties, noting regret over conduct by government representatives toward Jewish populations.
Melbourne July 11 In a terse announcement Mr Toon named Ryland as manager of the air authority project amid reports of Port Coor disruptions. Ryland expressed satisfaction with the interim duties while port issues were being resolved.
Canberra July 17 The Minister for the Navy Mr N J Makin told the House of Representatives that no Dutch vessels leaving Australia this week were manned by Australians He said there was no official knowledge of the departure and that managers are relocating Dutch nationals from Australia to a Dutch nominated place He added that no Australian government personnel are manning any Dutch vessels.
In Brisbane Bay on July 13, lascar crew from the Dutch ship Bony killed their own mutton according to Hindu or Muslim rites. They bled the animal after throat cutting, then prepared the meat for shipment back to their vessel. The carcass was to be shipped ahead of the Dutch ships to remain in Brisbane waters.
Canberra reports the Commonwealth Government refused the Italian Progress Club Mourityan from Queensland permission to ship ten enable the tyal and to migrate Malians relatives to Australia from Italy. Minister for Shipping Senator Ashley told the Senate no such representations were made by the sub branch at Bower and he pledged further investigation into the club's activities.
In a broad cast the Opposition Leader Mr R G Menzies declares communists follow one law the law of the jungle He rejects the idea that universities are hotbeds of communism and links left wing theory to socialist appeal He names H Thornton as the best Communist spokesman in Australia and says wartime aims shaped British and Australian stance amid threats to Russia and Axis alliances.
AAP reports the plan authorizes a naval task force to sail for China comprising 18 landing craft 2 armed tenders 6 destroyers 24 submarine chasers 3 depot docks 3 oilers 2 repair ships and 1 submarine ship with additional escort ships.
A wrecked launch stranded a husband and wife whose names are incomplete in surviving text. A rescue launch departed last night and was expected to reach the destination this morning. A separate message from Father McGrath at Bathoret Island reports a coast guard dispatch overnight.
Fragmented text describes a chaotic incident in London with mentions of suspension, a vessel handling a cargo, and a plan to reach distant islands. References include Cape Katte, Soldier Point, and a voyage involving a landing barge. The passage hints at a deposition commission and intentions to acquire materials from a proposals commission.
London July 18 The minister told the House of Commons that petrol rations would rise from August 1 by 50 percent to provide the extra supply. The supplementary allowance for semi essential users rises 50 percent, while essential users receive broader treatment. The tax exemptions and penalties on hem are removed.
A London broadcast describes a bread rationing scheme with a press conference by Strachey Peierring. It warns that failure to comply will incur penalties including fines up to 25000 and potential indictments.
The plan outlines that wives of occupation troops would be relocated to Japan under a framework approved by senior Allied leadership. Recommendations call for education for children and support to families, with priority to five families and determinations made by the command structure.
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