German War Leaders Address Nuremberg Tribunal
August 31 report cites Franz von Papen defying prosecutors as he challenges Sir Hartley Shawcross. Jodl defends Wehrmacht, claiming pride despite defeat. Sauckel disavows Hitler, expresses remorse for actions and cites personal tragedy as his son died in the war.
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Twelve Accused Await the Gallows Trial Drama Reported
The transcript describes defendants in a major war crimes case facing execution. Notable figures like Raeder and Goering are referenced as defense and prosecution spar over responsibility and justice. Witnesses discuss resistance and coercion while tribunals set dates and penalties.
Crowds Riot After Coburg Wins Soccer Match
A Coburg Cobarg crowd clashed with police after Coburg defeated Port Melbourne at Fort Melbourne. Umpire Mr Thomas was escorted to safety by mounted constable Lionel Baddley as about 30 youths surged, firing insults and throwing objects. Three constables injured. two wireless patrols and extra police fought to disperse the mob.
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Arab Higher Executive reacts to London conference offer
The Arab Higher Executive rejects Britain's invitation to a London conference amid inflation and regional tensions. They urge other Arab states to refuse participation, urging a united stand against perceived Western pressure and calling for supportive action from leaders in Palestine.
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Jerusalem
Palestine
Whuse delegation tours Japan amid Pacific tension hints
The six member Whuse military delegation touring Japan is said to be nearing confrontation with Russia and the Pacific balance stronger. Representative R Sikes warns Ram's forces pose greater risk than the American occupation. Leroy Johnson and Dewey Short flag a possible Pearl Harbor threat in Asia.
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Trieste
Scuttled Vessel Report From Far East
Fragmentary text describes a damaged ship and attempted scuttling actions. It mentions Singapore and wartime contact, with unclear references to routes, navigation channels, and towing. The passage is garbled but centers on a naval incident and base operations during or after a conflict.
Mr Martens Appointed Director of Commonwealth ReEn erie Ltd
Sydrey August s1 or G Martens the retiring MILE terter bert has been appointed director of Commonwealth Of ReEn erie Ltd. The appointment understood to have been made about the weeks no official announcement has been made was believed that men was to have cen kent off the record nut after the election. The Commonwealth Government iis 81 per cent of the shares in COR. Mr Martens has represented Herbert for 19 years so is a torsion secretary of the Fiscal Parliamentary ALP. Fe tugh he party's pre selection for the courting election and has accordingly been compelled to retire from Parliament. It is understood that his COR appointment is for five years and he will succeed Mr J E Fennon on the board. Mr Fenton's term was expired. A former member of the Labour Party, Mr Fenton represented Marr asrnuig to the House of Repreanta ven for many years. He was a senior Minister and Acting Prime Minister during Mr Scullin's regime, but joined the breakaway group of Labour members who left the party with the late Mr Lyons in 1931.
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Luzon Turmoil Sparks Civil War Fears in Philippines
August 3 report from New York says the Philippines teeters toward civil war as central Luzon provinces face heavy military use of artillery against the Hukbalahap uprising. Authorities demand surrender by tomorrow and abandon hopes for a peaceful settlement. Nueva Ecija Governor Gabriel Belmonte warns that lawlessness will be quelled starting September with planes, tanks, bombs, and cannon.
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New York
Meeting Off Change of Directors Amid Unclear Signals
In Sydney on September 1 Mr G Big Four m1 Rewington discusses changes of directors linked to UNRRA operations in the South-west Pacific. The report cites British administrative sources as reasoning about immediate action despite limited details.
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Molotov Leaves Paris Ahead of Big Four Meeting
Molotov departs Paris for Moscow without warning as a Russian decision on postwar recovery and the September 1 referendum is anticipated. The move signals potential shifts in Allied planning and Soviet policy ahead of the Big Four talks.
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Paris
M. Molotov
New State Governor Sir John Lavarack Appointed
The Australie government announces Sir John Dudley Lavarack to become Governor of Queensland succeeding Sir Leslie Wilson. Lavarack returns from Washington to assume duties as early as Sept 15, with Lt Gen Sir John staying in Melbourne to arrange war-era duties. Premier Hanlon and other officials express strong approval and welcome for the new governor and his family.
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Furniture Factory Blaze Destroys Mareeba Plant
A major fire in Mareeba early Sunday gutted the furniture and ash and doco factory of Mr. F. Smith on Atherton Street. Estimated loss around £12,000. Fire brigades under Chief Officer D. Lawson fought flames from 3 a.m., preventing spread to adjacent bank, hotel, ambulance station, and shops despite near impossibility of saving nearby premises.
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Queensland National Bank
Dunlop's Hotel
Thir
Fire devastates ambulance yard and injures UK Ukraine Greece officials
A blaze destroyed an ambulance yard and outhouse, injuring Mrs N Parker and her daughter with severe burns. The fire disrupted manufacturing for doors and interiors, halted building projects, and left 12 workers unemployed amid international tensions discussed at a UN Security Council meeting.
Empire Preference Cut Threatens Colonies and Industries
An August memorandum warns abolition or reduction of imperial preference would severely harm sugar and canned fruit sectors across Australia and South Africa. It predicts heavy annual grants may be needed for Crown Colonies, reduced British export demand, and strain on imperial trade, with canned fruit supporters arguing the industry is integral to Commonwealth farming.
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South Afric
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Financial Sensation Looms As Yard Detectives Ride To Australia
London August 1 A A G reports two Yard detectives Dawes and Millan depart for Australia as a sensational financial probe unfolds The People hints at billions involved and usurious schemes while English authorities prepare months of inquiries amid a growing market interest and police coordination.
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Union Leaders Agree on Coordinated Action in Sydney
Mining and union delegates met over the weekend to push for unified action, negotiating differences with management to avoid stoppages until a formal dispute process is settled. The conference drafted recommendations from the industrial panel of the New South Wales Trades and Labour Council to shape the joint board's approach with the Coal Board and governments.
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WWE news KEW PAST PLANE. London August 91 Telegraph
In London, August 1991, wartime aviation and press reports reference KEW and a past plane event tied to the Telegraph, with sparse readable details about the incident and its coverage.
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WWE News Kew
London
Queensland air ambulance network planned for long distance medical transport
Captain Bruce Munro will pilot a new Queensland Ambulance Transport Brigade scheme linking Narrabri Namoti Walgett districts with Archerfield workshops. Five specially trained pilots will operate De Havilland aircraft and Avro Ansons to move the sick and injured by air. The plan, backed by QATE and local ambulance committees, aims to provide rapid transfer over long distances with hospital access and fleet maintenance at Archerfield.
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Narrabri-Nemoi‘Walgett District
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Australian police arrest waves amid chaotic city unrest
Sydney police report hundreds of arrests during a turbulent night with clashes and blockades. Reports describe police clearing streets near Central Station, detentions across precincts, and deployments intended to restore order as crowds shouted, vandalized, and dispersed.
Air services to run between Sydney and Melbourne in September
Sydney reports tentative plans for passenger air service between Sydney and Melbourne in September. Private and government operators may compete if demand rises, with services running from each terminal to meet family travel needs.
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Pasecap Air Services
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Amily
US Rejects Admission of 5009 Jewish Refugees
Washington reports the United States tentatively refused entry to about five thousand nine Jewish refugees. The decision acknowledges the refugee appeal but notes the government cannot accept the large quota at this time, affecting potential resettlement plans and foreign policy considerations.
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Washington
United States
U S Urged to Hold Extend Defence Perimeter
August report from the Senate Committee on National Defense urges the United States to maintain and extend overseas military bases in the Pacific. Key figures warn that failure to secure perimeter endangers global defense and national interests amid ongoing wartime concerns.
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Tars Semar J. Mord
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Fear of Russia predicted by AAPA predicts demographic shift
AAPA forecast claims Russia will reach a population near 100 million with 18 million men aged 28 to 34 and 2 million 26 to 34 in the higher braces. Europe would see tens of millions in fighting age, while total male population rises amid a future under 50s.
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Americs
France
Germany
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Russia
Evelading
Bale Staten
Maternity Racket Strains London Hospitals in 1960s
London’s August maternity crisis shows record births at Queen Charlotte’s and others. Hospitals and nurseries are overwhelmed, with mothers facing high charges for beds and early births as crammed wards struggle to cope.
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Untasi
Akon
Mabhias Agures
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Somme
Miealigt Homie Mulrona
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Heepital
ENGLISH TEST TEAM LONDON FLOURISHING AT WATERLOO STATION FAREWELL
English test team London crowds at Waterloo station bid a farewell amid crowding and confusion. Harrimone and Shine lead a voyage toward a long journey as plans unfold and team members prepare for extended seafaring duties.
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Aupun
Waterloo
Fuutlimplon
Enalsad
Appeasement Debate Reported by New Mexico Senator
The report from Santa Fe cites Senator Hutchinson disputing appeasement in U S policy. General Hurley, then ambassador to China, argues that major power balance decisions in Europe and Asia are effectively influenced by Russia and allied nations, with American diplomatic efforts influenced accordingly.
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