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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1945
Page
1
Australian forces linked to trap Japanese between the Ogorsta and Lara Rivers in South Bougainville and advanced toward Mobiai. Japanese troops entrenched along Buin Road prepared magnetic mines and booby traps. A scouting Owen gunner killed two Japanese hidden in a pit holding trip wires for three large mines.
The passage describes a damaged US fighter in the Wake area and a Japanese pilot who survived by sheltering in the wreck. Allied air raids are said to have continued for 18 months, with the pilot recounting his escape from hills and the mystery of his survival in the masked report.
Fragmentary report from a wartime dispatch describes Ninth Division operations across multiple theaters. Australians land at Weston and push toward Brunei Bay while Japanese defenses and heavy artillery tests unfold. A British-American exchange references ongoing river actions, air and sea activity, and Allied probing near coastal positions, with reports of casualties and tactical movements.
Fragmentary wartime note reports returning prisoners of war and arrivals from abroad. Names flagged include Prime Minister and Army officials with reference to security and reception arrangements.
A married woman seeks a wartime marriage certificate and re-entry permit with an official statement of intent. A military minister confirms plans for home air service and the return of spouses, urging adjustments to life for those stationed overseas.
The Moscow trial resumes as four defendants are cited with lack of evidence for treason charges relating to Polish Home Army members. Prosecutor denounces collaboration claims while defendants Sigpulowski and Okuieki defend their wartime resistance against Germans.
London reports a telegram from a Polish underground court case. Accused officers plead guilty under coercion or seek leniency claiming misinformation by London authorities. The Moscow trials current statements claim underground forces aided the Red Army and faced disarmament and arrests by Soviet authorities.
United Press reports the Navy confirms over 300 officers and crew killed or wounded when a Japanese plane damaged the cruiser Nashville amidships December 1 while in convoy to Mindoro. A bomb detonated on the wing causing fires and ammunition explosions, with fires extinguished after about 30 minutes. General MacArthur had commanded vessels in 1944 invasions to the Philippines.
Fragmentary report notes Orseeal Easley killed in action during a conflict labeled as a veterans’ general war. The text mentions Ashiston and Sipe Comeegh Clete fate with Division activity and Obi feo cu dune.
June 8 dispatch reports Allied forces breaking enemy lines on Okinawa. Sixth Marine Division pushed south to trap pockets near Ars Cape while Seventh Infantry and elements of other divisions closed on central plateau positions. By June 18 estimated enemy casualties reached 87,843 killed with thousands captured as U S Navy and air units bombed and neutralized remaining pockets across southern and coastal areas. Admiral Ninuzu announced end of the Okinawa campaign two days after the mopping up began.
Fragmented account alleges Eva Braun and Adolf Hitler shot themselves in a Berlin flat as a German police inquiry corroborates a chauffeur testimony. Details describe a scene with bodies found in a shelter, with investigators noting a gruesome discovery and a claim of an attempted concealment.
The London Daily Mail reports bets on Mr Curtin possibly forced to retire due to ill health. Canberra sources note Curtin may not respond publicly. A government spokesperson says they have no knowledge of his retirement and he is too ill to worry about it.
An air supply push is outlined as Britain plans to intensify long range missions. New ships, crewed by German operators under Admiralty orders, will join convoys off the Forth as armed Royal Marines guard vessels to prevent sabotage and ensure secure operation.
New York June 20 AP reports Captain John Armstrong described how the HMAS Australia endured five deliberate plane attacks during the February Philippines engagement. The carrier, en route to England for repairs, suffered 126 casualties including 74 killed and 152 wounded, yet remained seaworthy and navigated to safety.
In Brisbane on June 21 a tense arbitration court session heard the AWU Southern Division secretary J. Bukowaet condemn a strike by Bremen workers. The union faced attempts to discipline, while Mr Hall pressed for immediate resume and magistrates adjourned the application as talks continued.
Arthur Duketis told police he and four others were trapped after a crash near Murwillumbah. The car rolled several times then fell into a creek. Duketis surfaced inside the upside down vehicle and escaped. He reached Murwillumbah by Wednesday morning after the incident.
June 23 IAAP reports the king nominated Doctor Wand for election by the Dest and Chanter in London. Archbishop of Bah wad Wells and Archbishop of Brsbane proposed as candidates, with discussion on the cession to Doctor Fisher, the Archbishop of Canterbury.
A chief official resigns amid growing tensions within the imperial federation. The move comes after weeks of controversy and calls for reform. Internal voices warn of instability as the federation faces uncertain governance and looming reforms.
San Francisco June 20 The U S Secretary of State announced a compromise amendment on General Assembly powers after sub committee Evatt Gromyko and Stettinius reached an accord The Big Five backed the change and the technical committee would review it The clause allows debate on matters within the charter scope and signals progress toward finalizing UNCIO by June 23 with Russia conciliated and Australia noting minor language tweaks
In a United Nations style debate the article notes Australia’s veto motion and Great Power backing as they push early approval of a new World Charter. It cites Dr Evatt, James Reston, and other figures discussing the Security Council and likely June 22 23 timeline, with emphasis on not delaying a decisive charter and ensuring future world peace.
A wartime debate over increasing the child endowment highlights burdens on families. The proposal notes mothers bear the heaviest load, with war restrictions affecting support. One-parent families and wives of servicemen could gain, as some already receive about £400 yearly with exemptions, free food, clothing, medical care, and entertainment. The bill passes Parliament with amendments under the strain of war conditions.
An Australian cricket note reports on a match between teams in a field setting. It mentions a player or team names and a key event, with emphasis on outcomes and standings. The fragment hints at a broader cricket context but lacks clear details or complete names.
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