State Cabinet Orders Secret Ballot for Meat Workers
Brisbane June 27 The State Cabinet under emergency powers ordered a postal secret ballot of about 8000 meat workers across Queensland to decide whether to accept the Industrial Court's decision to return to work. Premier E M Hanlon said the move, unprecedented in Australian history, was necessary to test workers' will.
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Industrial Court
E. M. Hanlon
Hanlon
Gov
Queensland
Atherton Tableland
Law Breakers Reported Facing Heavy Penalty
Fragmented account notes public unrest and strikes driving unemployment in Brisbane and Ipswich. Officials warn of strict penalties for lawbreakers as railways, coal shipments, and power supplies face disruptions. Over 1400 jobless due to strikes. rail and shipping networks tighten operations amid energy limits.
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Commonwealth
Brisbane
A. Ammick
Provisional Government Debate Amid India Independence Talks
The text discusses the need for a real powerfully functioning provisional government in India, opposing a short-term interim set up. It emphasizes democratic representation, the dangers of authoritarian rule, and the aim to frame a final constitutional settlement guiding independence and rapid socio economic progress.
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Raya
Congress
Raul Foin
Ahd
Democratic India
Howe
Selena
Geass
Defend Palestine Abary May Form Ammt Threat in London
A chaotic report from London describes potential Arab armed force threats and labor actions. The text notes league decisions, factory disputes, and recalls of workers amid strikes and government controls, with references to unions, officers, and proposed terminations. The fragmented account mentions Canberra officials and a mass meeting scheduled for today.
New petrol ration set by Canberra minister
Canberra June details announced by Minister for Supply Senator WP Ashley on private movement of petrol. New ratios indicate lower allocations and changes to duty, with specifics pending further guidance.
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Canberra
Ruy
WP. Ashley
New York June Council Spent Six Hours
AAP report notes New York council session on June 26 spent six hours debating security measures and policy.
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New York
Council
Debate over Polish resolution echoes in council meeting
Dr Evatt and Senator Gromyko clash over a Polish resolution during a council session. The assembly ponders rights under the Charter as voices from Evatt, Ayatt, and others argue about removing the subject from the agenda to allow recommendations, while Gromyko condemns the sub committee findings and presses the Polish proposal amid a polarized vote.
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Creme
Eveli
Priam FesahiuGe
Ayatt
Russia
Gromyko
Simerecioant
Trade friction over postwar wheat price pact discussed
Ottawa reports indicate United States opposition to a proposed postwar international trade pact. Canada would sell wheat at about 125 Canadian cents per bushel while American price stands around 180 cents, making the contract far less favorable to Canada and sparking government caution amid fears of straining Atlantic relations and broader trade retaliation. The dispute centers on long term export commitments and potential impacts on grain markets and national policy.
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Wee
Wi Htain
Tess
Ottawa
Canada
Acy - Serres
Staer Wet Ie Serta
Poadile
Cowtree Abs Smaly
Tribute to General De Gaulle Appeals by Bidauls
M Bidauls appeals the government to mobilize support for De Gaulle's policy. The article notes factions debating reform and poverty amid a climate of uncertainty. Deputies vote 11 to 4 in a confidence motion, reflecting tensions between unions, wages, and state action.
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General de Gaulle
Son Je Ee Ae Dowermneel
Cies Fi
New Towns Initiative Amid Britains Austerity Fare
Fragmentary text cites Mr Mostimon urging new towns to absorb public and private capital, reduce deprecations, and oppose waste in Britain. Ambiguous quotes reference private investment and fiscal discipline as keys to economic renewal amid ongoing austerity.
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Alma
Mostimon
Britain
Loan to Poland at Washington June 3 report
AAP dispatch from Washington notes the American Ambassadors Treasury program or loan to Poland details appeared in a June 3 briefing. Officials outlined terms and aims of the aid package, with emphasis on supporting Poland's economic stabilization amid ongoing regional developments.
Fragmented report on Yugoslav crisis and Western plans
A Paris dispatch reports on shifting Western positions over the Yugoslav issue. British and American delegates clash with Soviet and French views while a conference in Paris outlines basic divisions. The note notes a lack of concrete decisions and unclear information from the Foreign Ministers Deputies meeting.
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Giatwin Jed
Briain
Sh. de Murvile Warener
Adnisers
Ste Wreral
Saya Reuters
Paria
Synbinaky
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Saya Spee
Porviga Mininars
Busia
Bay
Severie
Japanese traitor Singapore tale stirs repatriation tension
Fragmentary clipping notes alleged Japanese traitor activity in Singapore, mentioning repatriation and investigations by Allied authorities. A brief item cites unnamed sources and dates, with unclear names and events.
No Shaving Soap Must Men Coup Wmhaert June Ban
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a June event and a promise by a party or group in a political context. Names and clear details are unreadable, but the material hints at a public or electoral matter involving a promise or pledge.
Fragmentary World War II Note on Puji Interpreting Role
A damaged extract reports an Australian officer saying Puji is under close watch and doing useful work as an interpreter for the Nippon forces in Malaya. The piece mentions COL RC Smith and wartime crimes and notes warnings about the tribune’s claim of liberty and army jeep details.
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Malaya
Tribune
Wola
RC Smith
Aumitalian
Fribyne
Puju
Murder in Belgrade villages during wartime atrocity
Report from London dated June 26 cites a Serbian claim of Chetnik killings at a village near Worsush on December 38 1043, with cries of loyalty to the crown. A Belgrade correspondent says six Serbs were murdered as soldiers fled Cetnik forces. Witnesses allege soldiers from Cetniks attacked two villages amid chaos of war.
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London
Serhien Petaanis
Chetnikhidh
Caus
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