Allies to dismember Germany into four zones after Berlin accord
Moscow radio reports a joint four power agreement signed in Berlin placing Germany under Allied occupation. Germany will be divided into four zones with Eastern under Russia, Northwest under Britain, Southwest under the United States, and Western under France. The declaration disbands German forces, rolls back borders to 1937, erases German nation status, and grants Allies control of remaining Reich wealth.
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France
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Control Council
Reuter
Voting procedure dispute over world organization's power
A late note cites Secretary of State E. Sterunius appealing to President Truman to ask Marshal Stalin for direct talks. No clear approval is shown yet. The New York Times reports 49 nations vote unanimously to invite Denmark. The Russians insist that volves power to veto be limited to maintain unity and peace, fearing misuse by great powers.
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Sayy
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British warship disposition debated at Tehran conference
Prime Minister Churchill and Britain faced Soviet requests to transfer Italian ships and merchant vessels to Russia after the Tehran talks. Britain and America agreed certain ships should remain in Allied use, with Italian navy assets to be allocated for the peace conference' aims. The Irish government opposed depriving Italy of ships essential for its shipyard and industry.
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Tehran
Iter
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Russia
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Allied Occupation Threats and Surrender Terms
Allied demand for complete disarmament and control of Germany after unconditional surrender, outlining a joint command council, civilian and military removals, and the permanent role of Allied representatives. The text details territory status, enforcement, and coordination with other nations, noting implications for German authorities and population.
Balloon bombs reach New York amid scattered incidents
AP report from San Francisco notes that two Japanese Sembe balloons floated into the Western United States for days. Children played with them before detonators were removed. Interceptors sometimes shot them down, and one balloon disrupted train service by a falling payload. A sheriff later punctured another, halting it as hydrogen ignited, causing a large explosion.
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United States
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Russian awards London June 5 report
The Soviet Government says Marshal Tastigny has been awarded the Order of Suvorov. Details note Moscos again as air? Sources confirm recognition but the phrasing is garbled. The item records a state honor conferred by the Soviet regime and mentions a named recipient in London.
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Okinawa Operation Report Confirms Allied Advances
An official communique details Allied gains in the Okinawa area, noting reductions in Japanese strength and new bombardment capabilities. It cites coordinated air and sea actions, long-range strikes toward western targets, and subsequent advances along inland routes, with strategic implications for overall campaign progress.
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Ieee
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Celetien
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Timor
Timor Anzai Proeh” Tay Evauend Ville Along the Bulu ‘Aad To the Erina
Ontario Elections Shake Up Two-Party System Emerges
Ontario vote swings dominance away from the Cooperative Commonwealth Federation toward Liberal and Conservative parties. CCF drops to six seats from a once-leading position as Liberal gains place them official opposition. Provisional counts show Conservatives around eight seats. four seats remain undecided amid recounts. Premier Drew governed with a minority and may face shifts in power as legal actions loom from the campaign.
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Labour Leader Atlee Replies To Churchill Allegations
London June 5 Labour Party leader Mr C R Attlee defended Labour policy against Churchill claims praising Australia and New Zealand governments. He urged unity to win the war against Japan and to plan postwar restructuring while supporting world peace efforts and global economic cooperation.
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New Zealand
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UN War Crimes Committee notes Nazism crimes in 1942 GOERING verdicts debated
The United Nations War Crimes Committee in London reports prima facie evidence against Nazi leaders and discusses how to prosecute them. It questions whether Goering should be tried by a formal legal process or by a mayoral decision, and notes calls for punishment including execution.
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Comolaest
Ceetion
Mears
Goerig
Iaron Wright
Argentine President vows election return amid economic strains
Buenos Aires reports the president pledging to restore constitutional government through free elections as Argentina faces food shortages and economic pressure. The speech appeals to workers and conservative factions, promising policy shifts and a return to civilian rule.
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AAP
General Parreil
Argentina
Great Fire Trail and Weather Conflicts Reported
A garbled dispatch from New York on June 3 describes a large fire trail, heavy fog, and stormy conditions over Kobe and Yokohama. It notes industrial activity, naval positions, and aerial incidents as weather worsened, with reports of frost and poor visibility affecting transport and communication.
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Wwe
Aaron Vorhink Frost
Churchill cites tentative steps in Franco-Syrian talks
Levant dispatch reports Prime Minister Churchill in the House of Commons saying Britain aims to calm tensions in the Franco-Syrian crisis. London notes British influence should not stir agitation as Paris and Beirut seek a five power conference to settle Middle East issues. Casualties and shelling on the Syria border are reported.
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Syria
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