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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 29, 1945

Page

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Cinema Screening Of Horrors In German Camps

London reports scenes of thousands of corpses rotting in Nazi camps and S S men beating women and children shown at a cinema in Nurnberg Court. Eight defence counsels watched as Franz von Papen’s son urged humanity while acknowledging atrocities. prosecution seeks to use the films as evidence at trial.

London A.A.P S.S Numnerberg Court Alfred Seidl Frank Associated Press von Papen Franz

World survey shows veterans' benefits vary widely

A World Survey compares postwar veteran benefits across nations. The United States offers less generous support than Canada New Zealand and Australia with shorter payout periods and weaker reinstatement rights. Australia Canada and Britain provide broader vocational training and longer postwar aid while U S limits linger and discharges vary by country.

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Wehrmacht Employed In Lomdun November 2014 AP Report

A cryptic AP report notes Wehrmacht activity and Allied responses near Bari and Goumell during British occupation tensions. The piece references German forces and local reactions as part of a broader wartime theater report.

Lomdun She Russe Tormey Associated Press Bariin Dimranes Tye Meret Wehrmacht

Chinese Fruiterer Murder in Brisbane District

A Chinese fruiterer in Brisbane, George Sew, aged 38, was found dead after a long illness. Police report the body showing brutal rear neck injuries. Nearby evidence suggests a robbery tied to the crime, with limited details released as the investigation continues.

Brisbane Lowender George Teye

Fragmented OCR Summary of Pearl Harbor Era Peace Talk Report

An incoherent OCR passage describes wartime diplomacy and U S and allied discussions, mentioning Japan, Hawaii, and military postures. It references figures and events in a tentative form, implying tense negotiations and uncertainty about a peace initiative during the war period.

Evatt on UNO governance and veto issues at San Francisco

Dr Evatt argued against replacing the UNO veto with a world government. He urged maintaining a central Security Council and broader participation by nations with solid records. He warned that the future of the UN hinges on major powers and the political shape of a changing world.

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Yamashita Claims on Command in Philippines Defense

Royal Navy and U.S. dispatches reveal General Yamashita asserting he never held supreme command in the Philippines. He testified he operated under Field Marshal Hara and that air force, transport, and troops were under other commanders. He noted American landings occurred nine days after October 1944 and that his forces faced supply shortages and outdated equipment.

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Two civilisations debate reshapes Europe’s future

London reports Cranborne in the House of Commons arguing the world splits into two civilisations. He says the dividing line runs through Europe, with Western Europe and Russia defining spheres. He calls for breaking artificial borders to restore intellectual and cultural unity across Europe.

London Wiehint Cranborne Europe Russia Euupe Kroubhe

Subsidy Payment Talk From New York to Washington

A scrambled dispatch reports the Department of Agriculture announcing a subsidy plan for American wool growers. The message, dated November, conveys government intent to stabilize the wool market and support domes tic wool producers amid fluctuating prices.

New York Washington Agricniure Capares

Indonesian Nationalists Back Sjahrir Cabinet in Vote of Confidence

Batavia November 27 The three day National Convention of the Republican movement approved Sultan Sjahrir's cabinet by 89 to seven with some absentees. Sjahrir said his position was strengthened as delegates, once wary of Christian ministers and extremist threats, spoke more freely.

Batavia A.A.P Republican Movement Sultan Sjahrir Sultan Sahrir Sjarifudin

Government Moves to Bind Youth Movements Under Control

Dispatch reports the Indonesian government aims to bring youth movements under control amid anti Dutch sentiment and internal dissent. Cabinet meetings and interpellations highlight tensions as Ben Bataia laws and a delay in appointing a new working committee chairman are noted.

Truce Request Obscured in Turbulent Batavian Report

A garbled wartime dispatch describes truce talks near Batavia with vague phrases about movements north of a line and a November timing. The fragmented text mentions commanders, defenders, and local areas, but details remain unclear about outcomes or parties involved.

Compulsory Service Debate At Melbourne Conference

A Melbourne conference debated compulsory service with a division in which some young members supported retention. Mr Chidew restated that Parts have long favored the volunteer system. A second resolution on financial aid for munition production was discussed.

Melbourne Wang Chidew

German Embassy Sale and Secretive Detainee Tale

Fragmented OCR text describes a chaotic scene around a German embassy sale and a detainee named Felicia. Mentions include a secretary, authorities, and a Captain Vawning with unclear actions. The piece hints at coercion, penalties, and potential conversions, with scattered references to places, people, and events.

Troops in Islands Seek Christmas Leave Policy

In a report from Canberra on November 28 the Country Party leader Mr AW Padden pressed the Army Minister to allow troops stationed in the Islands, with long service and limited demobilisation prospects, to spend Christmas at home. He urged urgent consideration for those with no years and more service to improve efficiency and morale.

Jane Orty' E Cheserras Country Party AW Padden Cain Avs Walla Tegarding Yaak Taland Iesope Anfiralla Iande

Naval court martial for Captain McVay loss of Indianapolis

New York Herald Tribune reports a general court martial will be held in Washington in December for Captain Charles B McVay commander of the heavy cruiser Indianapolis sunk in the Philippine Sea on July 30 1945. The navy contends the ship’s loss was not due to enemy action and questions his responsibility amid heavy casualties including 878 dead and 316 wounded.

New York New York “Herald-Tribune Washington Fay Charlee B McVay Indianapolis Philippine Sea Navy United State Wen

Young Soldier Electrocuted at Mossman Yesterday

A returned soldier was fatally electrocuted at Mossman yesterday. Details are unclear due to fragmented notes. Investigations continue as authorities report a death linked to a power incident near the town.

Mossman

Criticism of U S Careerists and National Policy In Debate

A fragmentary report accuses U S professional diplomats of siding with Chinese Communists and imperialist blocs to undermine the National Government. It cites opposition to unifying the Chinese Communist Party with the National army and urges reforms of state machinery. The piece notes General Marshall and General Hurley in the context of Truman era diplomacy and UNO strategy.

Peeser United States Murrepresente Cental Chinge Communist Party National Army State Department

Alliance Treaty and Persian Order Amid Revolt Turmoil

A report discusses Allied views on backing a Persian government to restore order in the region. It references the Treaty of Alliance among the Soviet Union United Kingdom and Persia, noting concerns about security forces and regional stability in the Soviet and Western spheres.

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Bermuda Conference Yields Agreement to Differ

At Bermuda a press sub committee chaired by Mr Brwoor reports that the Commonwealth and United States debate wartime press rates and postwar policy. The group notes the empire seeks a postwar rate within the empire while keeping outside rates higher, with future talks on wartime controls and press freedom.

Bermuda India Brwoor Commonwealth of the United State Renny Pate United Kingdom Commonwealth Taubes Jn Makine Tore Soren

Atomic bomb debate fills Soviet central committee

A Soviet central committee debate reportedly weighs reasons for not sharing details with the public on atomic weapon development. The discussion touches on foreign affairs and the potential impact on wartime strategy and security.

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Oslo bombing warning raises fears across capitals

An insecure communique from Oslo threatens future attacks and prompts warnings from multiple governments. The message claims to be a warning, insisting further violence will occur. Authorities in Norway and allied nations brace for potential retaliation and seek to deter escalations amid diplomatic tensions.

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