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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 18, 1946

Page

1

Americans Deny Press Gag Charge At Goering Death

The Nuremberg board investigating Goering’s death reports it questioned those near his cell as 12 German staff were held in protective custody. Colonel Andrus defends his unit as innocent amid claims the press was gagged. UK and US officials contend Four Power oversight governed coverage of the executions to curb legends.

London Associated Press Nuremberg United States Army Goering Andrus Berlin Suremberg Jacob Leiner Goerin Times Kuremberg

Goering death notes spark postwar myths and fear

A Belgian note to the U N recounts that Goering avoided the scaffold and may have seeded legends about his fate. German reactions vary from belief in last minute drama to distrust of official news. The Times and Vatican pieces reflect mixed public and religious responses amid postwar uncertainty.

Goering Naa United Ewe

Bandit Activity Reports Evacuations Near Mount Olympia

Athens reports bands active in Elamona villages prompting evacuations under threats. Forces reportedly arriving mid October, with mapping near Mount Olympas aiding night operations and hindering arrests. Paragraph notes Franco-German wartime alignment and United Nations Security Council discussions on Spanish and Iranian cases.

Athens Elamona Bandina Mount Olyarpms J Security Council General Assembly Acon Rufus Poland

British Member and Chairman of Control Council Clash

New York reports a clash between Allied Control Council head George Atcheson and British member McMahon Ball at a Tokio meeting. The exchange centered on Atcheson’s remark about Japan’s sim status and Ball’s defense of Russian criticism, with deeper friction over credit for democratic State-building under occupation.

New York A.A.P York Times Tokio Allied Control Council George Atcheson McMahon Ball Acheson Ball Atcheson Himealé

Irregularities debate souring post election role

A council session on Japanese occupation policy and post election irregularities drew sharp exchanges. Mr Atcheson and Mr Ball defended Japan’s record, while US and British members pressed for fuller information and cautioned against endorsing the Japanese government without clear evidence. The talk highlighted tensions among Allied powers over occupation policy and accountability.

Coal shortage and mining manpower debate in Britain

British coal shortage narrows supply to about a week as ministers clash over manpower in the mines. Estimates put miners at around 699,000 with production up two million tons above prior forecasts, yet stockpiles for winter remain uncertain. Government rationing and fuel restrictions loom if gains stall, with the Daily Telegraph noting possible 626,000 remaining workers and continued strain on industry.

Daily Telegraph

Central Counties Court Proceedings and Alleged Robbery Case

The report outlines a court action involving a suspect tied to a robbery case. It notes the timeline and key figures in the legal proceedings, including mentions of police, witnesses, and potential charges. Details remain fragmentary due to OCR issues but indicate ongoing judicial handling.

German Nazi Leader Trial Echoes In Wartime Film

Fragmentary ciphered text references a German leader, war crimes, and punitive actions. It mentions a march toward a gallows, a public sentiment praising a Nazi figure, and a portrayal as a nationalist hero amid a wartime setting.

Refrigerated Wagons To Be Used For Transport Of Fish

Refrigerated wagons to be used for fish transport in Brisbane. October 17. Two of four wagons are expected to be in operation within a week after restoration. Authorities plan to use them for the Far South State line.

Brisbane Frm Watts Ube Bitte

Fragmentary OCR Notes On World War II Era Fantasies

A garbled passage references prisons, a marble mausoleum, and dreams of a hero, with mentions of Teutisle Nupalwan and the Pik modrds ace, plus scattered phrases about Perth, Germany, and séances. The text is fragmentary and obscure with several misread terms.

Anti Atom Bomb Motion Passed in London Convocation

The Lower Mouse Convocation of Cantor in London passes a motion against atomic weapons. The obscure event ties into ongoing global debates on disarmament with unspecified figures or outcomes.

London

Imperial Defence Debate Mire: Muddling Danger

The article discusses Britain's imperial defense costs and public sentiment. Lord Gifford remarks on mustering unity in policy while warning against excessive burden on taxpayers. The debate centers on responsibility of Dominion pays and the impact on world peace. The piece notes expressions of caution about naval strength and imperial commitments.

Dalton Predicts British Shortages Easing Within Years

London October 18. Chancellor Hugh Dalton warned at a six bankers dinner that Britain’s shortages would be resolved in a year or two. He said the deficit in the balance of trade would be smaller than expected, reconversion of industry had proceeded rapidly, and export drive outpaced expectations. He criticized reparations to Germany as a burden on taxpayers and urged ending the occupation burden while expanding exports and developing third world markets.

Agr Stanwell London AAP Hugh Dalton Britain Aloo Wid Antal Eltels Dalton Equille Bbrium Germany

Stock market and hotel licensing shift in October report

US stock exchange notes modest gains and mixed early trading led by metals and degrees of firm fonds. Parliament in Brisbane discusses hotel modernization and licensing impacts as war limits work, with officials noting breweries lack control over licenses and ownership of hotels.

New York Bethlehem Steel Inter Brisbane Tin County T. Atkens Elee Times Licerising Commission Shea Gledaug Cominist Bruce Pie Breweries Fett Gledson Fries Mir Maber

Perfect Perth Wicket Dims MCC Bowlers Hope

Perth October 17 English bowling faced a tough day as the M C C team met Australia. Bedser and Pollard struggled on a silk smooth pitch, while the pace bowlers despite effort found no real success. Barnes starred with the bat, but England could not capitalise against a hard wicket and solid Australian batting.

Perth Jack Matthews Bedser Pollard Barrans Barnes England Lains Angela Bedeer Ikin Bercer Kal Edrich Giht Frans Selther Gthd Musicman Nguree Barnonnditona Fareday Hert Road Anti Bert Ming St Mukder Antung Hmuneh Toad Junction Millet Chang Phun Changchun Watt

Incomplete OCR on cricket practice uncertainty cited

Fragmentary report notes undetermined ability of Badzei and Pollard, hints at future effectiveness. Mentions last serious net practice and fairness in selection based on bowling form, with unclear details about timing or outcomes.

Bermase Badzei Pollard Effen Iveness Hhem

Chinese Civil War Shiang's Overtures in National Assembly

Fragmented, error-laden text describes Maneuvering and proposals amid the Chinese Civil War. Mentions Shiang, National Assembly, and political talks alongside cricket-colored narration and distant references to British observers. The piece blends battlefield events with governance aims and demobilisation talks.

Shiang

French Swimming Cilampios at Lord's Test Match

A garbled match report describes French swimmers Cilampios Meuleman and A Edwards leading a cricket innings against Bedser Pollard and Edrich. Edwards 22 Meuleman 15 stand as Pollard, Bedser, and Edrich frustrate fielding. Meuleman bowled for 16 after a miscued shot. Final tally mentions 208 with Pollard and Bedser applying steady pressure. Watt and Merier contribute as late wickets fall.

Meuleman Edwards Yordiey Tom A. Edwards Wes Meulemas Pollard Bedser Tegen Melleman Row Minis Immalesed Herbert Adrich Pate Wee Wat Henen Willy Watt Weaver Gibb Bedick Wea

Australian POW relatives group stamps common bat plea

Don Bradman in Melbourne on October 17 and a report on the Australian Prisoners of War Relatives Association submitting to the Commonwealth for a petition. The text is fragmented with unclear names and details.

Melbourne Boller

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