Britain's Coal Problem: Miners Demand 700,000 Workers
London October 22 The National Union of Mineworkers general secretary Arthur Horner warned that Britain must produce at least 195 million tons of coal to keep industry and homes warm. He said 700,000 miners are needed and that manpower is shrinking by about 6,000 a year. Official stoppages among miners were reportedly nearly ended.
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Moscow commentary on Berlin elections sparks reactionary surge
London dispatch from October notes Moscow radio's take on Berlin election activities. It cites reactionary elements linked to bankrupt parties as highly active. Social Democrat Schumacher stirs division while reformists push social policy amid propaganda backed by occupation authorities.
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Building Programme Reasons Detailed
Brisbane report notes poor outlook for new Government building and construction works. Under-Secretary Mr Lyons cites material shortages and skilled trades gaps, plus limited architectural assistance. Department employed 835 men monthly. spending £548,221 for year to June 30, with seven schools completed and two others added to.
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German Peace Treaty Talks Begin With Allies
Washington October 22 18 AF Mr James Byrnes said he had received an binding promise from British French and Russian foreign ministers to start discussions on the German peace treaty in New York in November He would be glad to return to Europe after the United Nations Assembly meeting for further talks if others were willing to start work immediately
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US Marine HoldUp Settlement Expected
Senator Collings New York October 22 1 AAP Senator JS Collings plans to visit Ena Ind on the Queen Elizabeth October 25 and hopes to revisit his birthplace at Brighton Sussex New York says the marine on the strike has not seen for 61 Sena mencers reached an agreement with employers through the Fed Dext Ministry but believes himself to be the oldest Minister of the Masters Crown in the British Empire Masters Pilots Union strike settlement expected within a few hours
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Victorian Rail Strike Shifts Goods By Road to Melbourne Sydney
Amid Victoria's rail strike freight moves to road and road-rail links. Trailers and lorries carry Alice Springs to Darwin goods via Melbourne and Sydney, prioritizing essential items. Postal services report no mail delays, while tomatoes flood Sydney-Melbourne routes as higher prices drive road transport. Albury declares blackout on incoming freight for six days to facilitate transshipment.
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Malayan Paratroops Troubles Stir War Debate
London reports say Secretary for War Bennet announced in the House of Commons that after investigation no single individual was found responsible for the Malayan paratroops incident. The inquiry blamed conditions and supply issues, labor and engineering delays, and questioned leadership of the 3rd brigade in Malaya and the officer in charge of the paratroopers.
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Queensland to Expand Valuers and Works Minister Says
Queensland plans rapid development with more valuers and a stronger Works portfolio. A. A. Bruce announced at the Commonwealth Institute of Valuers conference that the Land Valuation Act was amended to let Brisbane Council conduct its own valuations. He warned of a general skilled labor shortage, noting housing needs and urging universities to train professionals. RH Morris warned against lax regulations causing chaos.
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Chinese Civil War Update From New York Desk
United Press reports fierce clashes in northern China. Nationalist forces push along the Peiping Hankow railway, taking three towns. Communists approach Yuan 110 miles north of Yenan as peace talks stay in preliminary stages.
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Dissolution Ordered for Schwae- Wwehke Volks Jugend
In Stuttgart on October 22, the American military government orders the dissolution of Schwae- Wwehke Volks Jugend, a major youth group in Württemberg, due to involvement in prohibited political activities. Letters sewn in member clothing signal links to Communists.
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Brazil Eyes Immigrant Absorption After Easing Shortages
In Sao Paulo the Agriculture Secretary said Brazil could absorb about 1,009,000 immigrants and a further 1,000,000 from other regions once shipping limits are eased. He made the remarks during a Paris trip, asserting newcomers would have the same rights as native Brazilians.
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U S Troops Morale Report Sought By Eisenhower Aide
Washington dispatch reports General Eisenhower requested General MacArthur probe into troop morale in the Pacific, especially the Philippines, after a New York Times Manila note described Filipino leaders as brash ill mannered and slovenly confidence.
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Czech court condemns Kurt Daluege to death
Prague October 23 AAP Kurt Daluege once the Protector of Bohemia and Moravia was sentenced to death by hanging by a Czech court. He was convicted for mass executions in retaliation for the Heydrich assassination. The trial also linked him to the destruction of Lidice and decrees sending thousands of Czechs to forced labor and death in Germany.
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Berlin municipal election results unaffiliated parties listed
Reuter’s Berlin dispatch reports final results in the Berlin municipal elections. Social Democrats lead with 909,170 votes, 48.7 percent. Christian Democrats 498,202, 22.1 percent. Socialist Unity Party about 5,992, 19.8 percent. Liberal Temocrats 193,527, 8.0 percent.
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Housing scheme for public servants urged in Brisbane Oct 42
State Service Union conference seeks government authority for the State Insurance Commissioner to use surplus funds to start a housing scheme for public servants. It aims to complement the Housing Commission rental program, extend to country officers, and consider a State service home scheme with rent allowances for state servants akin to police.
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Indonesians Freed From Detention Camps Near Brisbane
About 227 Indonesians freed from a detention camp near Brisbane after serving sentences. they were escorted by train to the area and registered as civilians under Commonwealth supervision awaiting return to the Netherlands Fast Indies. More than 200 Indonesians remain at the Casino camp awaiting processing.
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British Employers Amalgamation Move in London
The Federation of British Industries and the British Employers Confederation plan to amalgamate, presenting a united front. The move, reported by the Evening Standard diarist, reflects a strategic consolidation of British employer groups in London.
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Central Australia Bore Provisional Site Plan Report
An October note from Darwin reports plans to proceed with the Central Australia Salt range project. A Department of the Interior expedition of about 50 heavy trucks is assembling to transport stores and equipment for sinking and outfitting provisional bore sites. The first two bores are to be sunk in Western Australia near the Northern Territory border, a region largely inaccessible by land and described as barren of inhabitants.
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United Nations Assembly Opens With Welcome Speeches
New York October 23 AAP The United Nations Assembly opens with short welcome speeches lasting about one hour and broadcast by radio. Security will restrict access along Truman journey routes from LaGuardia to Flushing while police coordinate the escort.
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Publication of pictures of Nuremberg hangings released
Berlin reports Allied Control Secretariat will release to world press at noon on October 2 official photographs of the Nazi war criminals hanged at Nuremberg. One photo per body, including Goering. British offices say pictures will not be published in Britain, citing public reluctance. The Daily Herald notes British papers will decline to print the images.
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Danish Viewpoint on South Schleswig Disputes
October 22 Danish government rejects Brida plan for exchange and plebiscite to settle South Schleswig, insisting on democratic cultural rights for Danes in the region. It states no change in national status for the province for the time being.
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Dover to name streets after American Presidents
Dover town councilmen decide to name all new suburban streets after U S presidents and towns. The plan comes as over 100 prefabricated houses in the new development are rented, with several already bearing American manufacture links such as Roosevelt Road.
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