18 Nov 1946
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1946
Page
1
A cyclonic wind gust hitting Charleville damaged roofs and a house wall, toppled trees, and disrupted electric and telephone services for hours. The 50 mph wind at the aerodrome caused dust clouds, with Charleville recording 26 points and the aerodrome 32. An adjacent Qantas airliner avoided the storm by taking off for Brisbane.
A severe hail and wind storm ripped through the Emerald region and surrounding districts, uprooting trees, damaging crops and homes, and cutting water supply. Across the Redlands and Brisbane areas, farms in Belmont to Wellington Point reported major losses to crops and livestock, with claims of agriculture and property damage and widespread telephone outages during the weekend storm season.
United Nations officials consider moving the permanent headquarters away from New York to alternative cities Boston Philadelphia San Francisco or other locations. A sub committee will inspect prospective sites and report findings.
Wreckage found from a mornington island mission cutter shows a petrel drum and signs of a heavy weather loss during the Morttington Island to Burketown mail trip. A search by planes failed to locate missing men amid bad weather and low visibility as the 40 foot Dolphin arrives to scour the area.
Analysis from Tokyo War Crimes Tribunal transcripts shows Emperor Hirohito sought to avoid war with the United States, pressed for diplomatic moves with the USA, and considered Japan’s prewar strategy. Tojo’s testimony indicated Hirohito favored diplomacy over immediate conflict. The diary and court records reveal emphasis on securing resources and avoiding direct confrontation.
A British military spokesman in Athens said tanks are moving into the Skre region with fighting continuing in the mountains between Skre and Archangelos. The War Under Secretary, M Voudourites, stated the Soviet attack originated inside Greece.
A declaration attributed to bishops condemns Russian actions after the war, arguing that until nations recognize individual rights and dignity there is no path out of confusion and the threat of totalitarianism. It cites Russia’s occupation and aggressive spread as a cruel violation of human rights.
An Australian man and his seven year old bride, claimed to be a millionaire, wed in a London registry office. Reports from the Daily Mirror describe the bride Adela Mary Napier from Badminton, Gloucestershire, as a widow connected to nobility. The match is noted for its sensational background and social kinship claims.
November 11. Britain and the United States propose curbs on veto use by major powers at the United Nations Security Council. Discussions with France and China focus on restricting the veto in critical votes, amid private talks to craft a compromise formula.
November 18 report from AAP notes talks on Trieste withdrawal were unclear. The discussion focused on whether Greece would withdraw and what guarantees would be offered, with no decisive agreement reached.
Batavia reports leaders of about 250000 Indo-Europeans in the Netherlands East Indies aim to establish a Eurasian homeland in New Guinea. They view emigration as security after revolution and dislocation, favoring New Guinea for size and Dutch empire ties with minimal Papuan competition.
The United Nations General Assembly is seen as the potential core of world opinion. Each member has five representatives and one vote, with debates allowed on any matter within the UN Charter. It can only make recommendations. action lies with the Security Council which can veto. Membership requires Security Council approval.
The page discusses taxation policy and budget figures, arguing that revenue would fall by about four million despite tax reductions. It notes that direct and indirect taxes show lower revenue after adjustments and mentions government support and dinner teleconferences as part of the context. The piece emphasizes the tax cut as beneficial but questions the revenue impact.
A chaotic runaway lorry incident near Sydney caused injuries to several uninjured occupants noting a rapid descent from 300 feet and an 80 mph peak. The vehicle reportedly veered off a road plunging into a red terrain as bystanders and authorities responded amid injuries and confusion.
London November 18. AAP reports that Britain and America have sent notes to Romania replying to its note. The British note refutes Romania’s claim that the government does not permit freedom at the press and that events are not occurring under Moscow influence.
World grain harvest seen as ample to meet demand but strained by German deficits and British rationing. United States, Canada, and other exporters hold stocks, while Britain fears diversion of cereals to Western Germany. UNRRA funding and international relief discussed as potential future aid. Australia and New Zealand shipments noted in Christmas relief efforts.
Fragmentary dispatch from London on November 17 details unclear gang leader activity and associated events. The readable fragments mention police actions and possible investigations but lack concrete names, places, or outcomes. Further text is required for a precise summary.
A mangled OCR notice reports bulk wheat arriving at Brisbane with references to rail and sea movement. The fragment mentions over 180 tons daily and describes representatives involved, though many words are garbled.
In a chaotic report a plane crash investigation lists eleven people involved. Details on locations, agencies, and outcomes are unreadable in the fragment but indicate a formal ruling and a sovereign context.
Fragmentary notes describe exhausted stocks at a mill and imminent four day event. Hoppers are referenced with problems and rapid return of wheat. Mentions Sydney and Borner in relation to wheal delivery and livery. Overall the text is incomplete and details are uncertain.
Washington reports the Reparations Commissioner announces action involving removal from a Mother institution following a principle of wisely combining two expenses. Details are limited due to damaged text.
Jerusalem November 18 reports the Jewish Agency confronting a fresh challenge as government policy and agency aims clash. Key official Richard Stubbs is noted, with exchange chatter about future steps and possible policy shifts shaping the agency’s path.
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