04 Apr 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 04, 1946
Page
1
A plebiscite on restoring King George of the Hellenes was delayed as protests and unrest erupted across Italy and Greece. Reports say 100000 workers left their posts while authorities tightened security to control disturbances during the political upheaval surrounding the elections.
The UN mission in Greece reports severe child hunger with 7 percent of Greek children affected, nine government factors blamed for the food shortage. Mabon notes Liberewiois and a worldwide hunger rise, urging action amid ministerial discussions.
Reports describe a major quake near Alaska and a 40 ft Pacific wave causing destruction from Chile to Hawaii. Rescue crews recover bodies in Hilo while towns along Fiji to Wallis brace for aftereffects and power outages.
Moscow says the New Times slandered Russia in a recent address by former Australian minister Maloney. The report claims Maloney attacked Russian policy and quotes dismissive remarks about Australia and observers.
A garbled report mentions migration to Australia and New Zealand with references to the World Telegram and a New York consulate. The piece mixs in errors about figures, authorities, and wartime inflation, noting interest in Australian scenery and treaty language.
The Foreign Secretary announced he leads a delegation to Cairo to negotiate reuniting Anglo Egyptian relations and discuss cooperation on the UNO Charter and potential treaty revisions. He noted government commitment and participation by senior ministers in the Anglo Egyptian discussions.
London report says a plan will bring the wives of Australian servicemen to Australia as part of a wartime arrangement. Details remain unclear as officials discuss the potential move and its implications for families.
The State Department announced it had asked the Thgalayint Wren Damess to permit American army personnel linked to General Adikhatlavitch to travel to Mikailovich's front. The note recalled his past actions against German forces and cited rescues of many American sailors and their return to the Allied side.
A Brisbane report notes a state wide rail strike threatening services as 300 workers protest for higher pay and a settlement by Monday. The dispute groups demand action while some unions distance from the decision making, and government authorities warn of potential disruptions.
Disordered report describes armed unemployed Italians assaulting locations in Naples and London with vague references to the Commune Party, a burning of furniture and guards, and a general strike urged by labor groups. The text mentions Bodalint ait Irieta and a detective named Noe Raut without clear context.
The government orders release of a political prisoner once serving a long sentence. A former minister from the Indian government, previously jailed for political activity, had three years cut from the ten year term. The new Congress government is sworn in and the order is issued.
A wartime court martial related to the submarine 3UB reappeared in early 1940 aboard Nelson's ship Victory at Portsmouth. The Admiralty announced a May inquiry into the Seal incident and its German reports, with details of the vessel and crew depending on ongoing investigations.
A Reuters dispatch from Merford reports a German document found in Dusseldorf detailing plans nine days after war began. The plan formed foreign exchange offices to camouflage independent concerns, excluding Jews, and required formal renunciation of law by German parents to redirect assets through trusted men.
Readable excerpts show rising public support for General Franco amid anniversary celebrations. Observers note ongoing regime praise and patriotic displays despite reports of broader unrest and international interference concerns.
The document outlines Britain's wartime costs and income changes. It notes total costs around 23,048 million pounds and shifts in annual income, with figures indicating a large reduction from 64,610 million in 1938 to 60,281 million, and income distributions showing small groups earning high wages and many earning modest sums.
A wartime report cites failure to detect German ships as the main reason for limited damage to the Scharnhorst and Prinz Eugen during their breakout from the Rigish Chanel. It notes lack of patrols and reconnaissance allowed the British to misjudge the threat.
Mrs. Rugby Pierce, widowed a month, gave birth to quadruplets. Doctors report all babies thriving with incubator care and monitoring. The mother and infants remain under hospital supervision as care details are shared.
Fragmented OCR text shows a meeting between the British Cabinet and the Nawab of Ghopal during a push for a political solution. It notes tensions with the Congress Party and calls for timely, feasible actions by leaders to support Moaiem candidacien.
Transworld Airlines launched the first regular postwar Rome to New York service. The flight carried a ton of penicillin destined for the Gite pharmaceutical group, marking a milestone in intercontinental medical supply deliveries.
General Homma was executed by firing squad for war crimes after a tribunal verdict. The ceremony unfolded in Manila with a four inch target over his heart as rifles lined the line of fire and a chaplain present.
The Bevin Cup selection committee lists G Chandler and Weller Pete as contenders for the remaining preliminary rounds. California is noted as a key context, with the challenge round to follow as teams vie for eligibility ahead of the finals.
The Financial Secretary to the War Office announced in the House of Commons that British casualties in Java and Sumatra to March 16 were 34 killed 70 wounded and 10 missing. Allied losses in the To... none more details provided.
The report cites loneliness as the main cause of affairs among soldiers' wives during wartime. It notes many wives had lengthy separations, with around 74 percent of unfaithful spouses British civilians and most wives aged 20 to 40, not young brides.
European nations convened in London to discuss food relief for Europe. The conference, opened by Foreign Secretary Bevin, focused on practical allocations to maximize aid, urging increased agricultural production to stretch scarce supplies.
The tribunal questioned if Ribbentrop and the Nazi leadership knew of mass crimes or how conspirators in camps like Maidanek aligned with Hitlers regime. Testimony described a secret collection of documents and claimed Fuehrer loyalty while denying high command status.
The Railways bridge connecting Hui and Beirut was blown up last night. A second bridge on the Lyads Kankere line was destroyed to disrupt rail traffic. Local authorities investigate the incidents and assess damage to critical transit links.
The Persian delegation signaled it will answer the Security Council and the Secretariat noted Tehran’s reply to questions about Soviet and Persian interference. A future council session is expected to address Tehran’s position and the alleged Soviet involvement.
Reported calls for urgent action surface as observers note troop movements and refugee strains linked to Caspian region disruptions. Delegates at The Hague discuss access to legal protections while UN information services push for fast-tracking inquiry teams.
London reports Britain seeks self sufficiency in soap raw materials. The minister urged domestic production of oils and fats to reduce reliance on overseas supplies. Australia agreed to supply about 200 tons of mines arin materials, easing Britain’s wartime shortages.
Fragmentary report describes killers escaping from a gaol in Washington. The account mentions a three-storey building and pursuit by authorities. Details are unclear but indicate a chaotic scene with a rapid response and ongoing search.
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