Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Cairns Post in Cairns, Queensland

Page 1

We have pages in Queensland

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 07, 1946

Page

1

Legal challenge to Tokyo War Crimes Tribunal legality

Tojo's attorney Koyose argued under Potsdam that crimes can be charged only for acts after hostilities began, challenging jurisdiction over prewar officials and Siam war involvement. He urged disqualification of Chief Justice Sir William Webb, who once investigated Japanese atrocities for Australia.

Tokio Associated Press Tojo Koyose Koyese Siam Japan William Webb War Crimes Tribunal

Court Rejects Objection in Ongoing Case

Fragmented OCR reads as court disallows a procedural objection while proceedings continue. Names Wau Specewte, Drttamal, William Wiebe and others appear amid references to hearings on June 3 and June 2.

Rabaul Trials Describe Allied Prisoner Exodus

Fragmented dispatches report on trials of war crimes suspects near Rabaul and Singapore. Allegations include execution and mistreatment of Allied prisoners who labored on the Burma Road and railway, with references to Dutch East Indies Army involvement and an alleged hang death.

Ynes Aswes Aled Ining sTepaese Ak Kotopd Rabaul Ger Singapore Londakan

Arab Leaders Unite in War Effort Amid Regional Turmoil

Fragmented OCR notes describe Arab leaders forming a united front amid tensions in Palestine and regional conflicts. Mentions of Moscow visits, alleged rebel commanders, and calls for national front organization appear amid a flurry of partisan rhetoric from various outlets.

Cairo strike threat as Britain Egypt negotiate treaty

In Cairo on May 5 workers and service members announce a general strike amid Anglo Egyptian treaty talks. A blast outside the YMCA injures several, with 19 total casualties including two servicewomen and two Egyptian civilians. British military police cordon off the area as investigations continue.

Cairo AAP Rommites I Servanta Egypt Suda Vision Assehssiane Sudky Pathenday Amrconent Britai Bagot Errotia Greg Ani Af

Kai-shek urges Chinese to practise the eight virtues

The AP dispatch reports Chiang Kai-shek urging Chinese to follow the eight virtues amid celebrations of government restoration in Nanjing. He speaks at Sun Yat-sen mausoleum ceremony, praising unity and national spirit, with attendees and officials in attendance.

Kai-Shek Taskine Ben Yat Sen Sahortad

British exports to Melbourne surge amid wartime drive

London reports show Melbourne receiving more than 15 million pounds worth of British goods since February 1, with shipments of silks, jewelry and watches. Compared to 1929/30, prewar volumes were higher, and three months’ arrivals include two dozen fast freighters fully loaded with first quality merchandise. The piece notes a call for united action by league members, including armed revolt as a last resort.

Briain Melbourne United Action League

Nuremberg Explosions Raise Alarm Over Ammunition Refuse

Reports from Nuremberg describe nighttime explosions that damaged ammunition depots and threatened additional stockpiles. American authorities increased patrols and evacuated nearby areas as fear of further blasts spread through the city.

Nuremberg Ian Leeann Caine Berg Ee Sahel

Wavrin Linked to French Officer Plot and Gaullist Split

A declassified report describes Wavrin described as a brain, leading a counter espionage group allied with Gaullist circles. He allegedly coordinated with London authorities during Gaulle’s exile, claimed to be a 40 year old former artillery officer, and faced administrative inquiry over his political stance and activities.

GLB Arcret Chien Bpms Suinorites London Te Gaulle Pree Preach Bers Or France Wavtis Ips Gaulles Bimmier Ley Wavrin Afi Fegular Artillery Ofeet General de Gavile Usimg Elena

New Kurdistan National Government Emerges

London May 5 The National Government of Kurdistan claimed in a Taifa radio broadcast that a 30 year treaty has been concluded with the central governments of Azerbaijan and Beurdistan. The Times correspondent in Tebs Jon notes the announcement follows weeks of regional upheaval affecting Syria and surrounding areas.

London Kurdistan Taifa Radio Azerbaijan Beurdistan Times Tebs Jon Age Syria

Sydney Kiosk Warder Trial In Sydney Criminal Court

May and Douglas Mara Wing testified that they did not see Mrs. Wicks die and did not know cause. Morres and another witness described financial dealings and Morris claimed he found the body and moved items. He admitted pushing a rear door, seeing Mrs. Wicks, then assisting and later disposing of some clothing and money. Evidence wrapped up with remarks to resume next day.

Sydney May Dougls Marra Criminal Court Wicks Morres Morris Rome Marcis Rami

Atomic bomb tests fuel Russia debate in Montreal

Washington correspondent Loni Sneath and Senator Luoue push renewed Bikini atoll tests while Huffman warns that Russia may use Atomic superiority as excuse. Senate naval committee chair Walsh notes 23 targets. Hatch argues government must avoid negligence in nuclear testing plans.

Montreal Washington Loni Sneath Luoue Bikini Seussor Huffman Isla Russia Esparsilities Rusia Charman Walsh Senate Neval Comte Navy Hatch New |Aereica Batch Counsered United States

Commonwealth plan for free medical service aim

A brief note on the Commonwealth scheme proposed to provide free medical service. It outlines an intention to make the plan complete and universally available, emphasizing the need for a thorough and inclusive approach to healthcare funding and delivery.

Treatment by Specialists and Free Medical Service Proposal

A conference discusses a nationwide plan to establish specialist led pathology radiology centres with free care for all, funded by Commonwealth powers and State cooperation. Doctors may join full or part time while protecting against private profit. centres to serve remote and urban areas with trained staff and facilities.

Commonwealth Spurensiava T Folay Ronen J. M. Fraser Myingi Boris Nant Midlher Islaries Paul

Referendum in France Signals Strong Yes Vote Across Departments

Initial reports from France indicate a sweeping majority in favor of the new constitution with about 80 percent support in many departments. Results from 99 departments show Yes leading in most regions, including metropolitan France, while Corsica appears an exception with a closer margin.

Offeipremilir Algerie Pal Sonstitution Titan Martinigue

Work Resumed Quietly in Sydney After Strike

Reports say work resumed quietly in Sydney as rail and civic services return from a nearly world night strike. Officials expect supplies to improve and general positions to stabilise rapidly.

Sydney May Riveename

Government for Japan Appeal to Socialists in Tokyo

A Tokyo report says Katayama may try to form a new government with the Socialists after MacArthur banned Hatoyama. Delays loom as Katayama accepts the mandate to work with the leftist groups, amid a political reshuffle and chaos in ruling factions.

Government Japan Socialists Cablyft New York New Yock ‘Times Tokio Tml

Fateful Referendum Day in France

Cairns Post reports from Europe that May 5 marks a pivotal moment as French voters decide by referendum whether to approve a new constitution. The decisive vote tests public sentiment amid volatile politics and could shape the upcoming June general election.

France Indirae Polly Daily Telegraph Anc I Assembly Paris Sith Siace London

Draft constitution debate signals sweeping postwar reforms

A factional discussion outlines a proposed constitution with a strong assembly and a powerful executive. It envisions a popularly elected president and a fused legislative and executive authority, while the judiciary gains a supreme role. The piece notes socialist and republican responses, Crete’s status, and plans for Norway’s power expansion amid war aftermath.

Alggret Nleweage Prance Assembly Eompire Sreng Bern Elas Paliicn

US loan to Britain at the heart of Senate debate

The report notes a British loan issue as the Senate weighs an amendment. Key figures include Senator Tydings, Fatseell and Maymuson, with Democrats and Naval Committee members arguing for or against. Admiration leaders say a major vote could defy the Herald Tribune’s Washington outlook, and voices expect a final decision within days.

Seamor McFarland Benatore Tydinge Fatseell Maymuson Ubrec Herald Tribune Washington Minneta Senator Barkley

Railway workers stage wide strike across Bombay

In London and Bombay silwaymen threaten a nationwide walkout involving about one million workers on June 87 over rent and living allowance demands. The dispute centers on unpaid bonuses and living cost support, with unions pressing for wage concessions and improved terms in the transport sector.

London Bombay Silwaymen

Paris Talks Delay German Demilitarization Plan

A May Paris dispatch reports the Foreign Ministers’ meeting postponed to the afternoon. James F Byrnes pressed for action after postponement, meeting with Hevitt and Molotas to discuss next steps. An American source notes the U.S. proposal for German demilitarization remains under consideration as the talks continue.

Paris James F Byrnes Bynes Hevitt Agencs Times Grathet Ham Mbioten

Wool Handling Agreement Hinted by Watersiders Leader

Brisbane May 6 The secretary of the Watersiders Federation Ue Roglart and two others revealed an impending agreement on handling duties to be finalized tomorrow. He claimed that work shifts would cover four to five hours and that double handling had caused significant wear and operational inefficiencies.

Brisbane Watersiders’ Federation Roglart Twat

Brisbane MLA Hurt as Concussion Struck Home Stairs

Mr Gry ata, Brisbane MLA, was concussed after tumbling down stairs at a private South Brisbane home on Sunday night. He regained consciousness the next morning and is listed as seriously unwell. The report also covers a broad discussion of European political shifts, Soviet influence, and German wartime memory references tied to a parliamentary context.

Brisbane Mr Gryata Mil Tawnmsille South Ae Mata

Also Mentioned on This Page

Wilbem Rabaul Trials Shey Morumas Jae Palestine Landon Taal Arba Jermalew Threogiot Sarit Ube Palestion Daily Wall Jerueaiem Britain All China Britains Lusury Beach Australia Iraq Defene Committee For Palestine Ats Nor- Inet la Spezia Matya’ Reuter Tomon Soma NEW Nation Tehran Sittareb Soviet Union Commonwealth Plan For Conference of Health Ministers Canberra Austr Commonwealth Koop Mi Ineich Stae CoMmonwesiit Siste Omnis Eskape Tam Proseason Tt Wes Tot Redenuraing Redent Waat & Tie Pets Eng Victory TOR noRs Sydney Amattoms Cairns Post Europe Beam Crete Greece Venezei Ripley Heraklion Zealand Norway Gres slideDainers Experix Mumeath Bune Iron Works Aden Industration Te Eres Sationn Hinoteas Tham Mier Frost Vmplivity Aman Echirm Snes Garties Conmiinh McFarland Weateen Basel Piesmendmeciles Dommay Railwatsen Wraeyes G. Keyatta Ataitarias Bencm Zermany Scoeniudte Economie Anich Hom Germany Ibs Sionervssons Periment Zeebrugge Olean
Search Courier

Search the Cairns Post Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Cairns Post?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication