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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 30, 1946
Page
1
Tokyo reports General Tojo and 27 others indicted by the United Nations Tribunal on war crimes charges and world conspiracy, with mentions of alleged plans to attack Russia, and notes on wartime leaders and officials among the defendants. A separate item mentions a Johannesburg debt payment offer to Canada.
London reports say Field-Marshal Smuts attended the Dominion Prime Ministers meeting as Foreign Secretary Bevin returned from Paris to consult on the Italian peace treaty. The Times notes deliberations covered defence outlines, decentralisation, and possible energy research experiments in Australia, with emphasis on Britain’s wartime resources and manpower.
New York Monday the committee of experts of the Security Council debated what vetoes could be used and which could not in a closed session. Delegates indicated procedural votes were not subject to veto as Gromyko hinted at possible tactics. Talks aimed to define veto scope. further discussions were planned.
London reports a Lancaster crew under Squadron Leader TA Mar im dropped flowers over the Netherlands to honor Queen Wilhelmina on the anniversary of a supply operation. The gesture marks a notable wartime tribute amid ongoing Allied efforts.
The United States aims to use labour unions as a democratic education tool in Germany and Japan under occupation. Assistant Secretary Major General Hilldsing says unions help prevent authoritarian leadership and align democratic teaching with local reform, supported by propaganda and educational programs across the American zone.
General rains in the Bachwan Province bring hopeful relief to a drought threatening China’s key farming region. Weather experts caution that several days of rain are needed to avert continued damage to crops and livelihoods, urging heed to prevent further risk.
Two Republican Senate Military Committee members issue a minority report condemning the Army and Navy Emergency Bill. Senators Mart and Bridges call the proposal an administrative anachronism and warn concentrated defence power risks. They argue centralization in one secretary would hinder effective naval aviation and could disband the Marine Corps.
Munich dispatch reports German left wing groups opposing unity in Java amid a public meeting disruption. Police wrestled demonstrators from a theatre crowd as moderates gain influence, with parties and figures variably linked to the unrest.
Fragmentary lines reference Italy France Germany and indemnities tied to postwar alignment. Mentions tragic losses, a gala, and political figures. wording is garbled but indicates international dispute and compensation questions. Details remain unclear due to damaged text.
London report on producer Gabriel Pascal facing calls to curb further British films if subject to control. Denham Studio critics cite excessive production time and material use in Caesar and Cleopatra, with figures from Denham and Bernard Shaw weighing in. Concerns focus on impact on Britain’s film industry and potential delays.
Scouting parade reported at Windsor Castle with ceremony and royal involvement. Fragmentary text mentions an heir, misjection, and a march led by a prince or royal ward, with unclear details about date and participants due to damaged source text.
Fragmentary text discusses Montgomery and American traders in a private circulation document. It references an officer reading a first person account claiming a master plan to automate invasion actions and a German armor strategy to aid a breakout under General Brad.
Manila reports General Roxas leading after the vote count as the completion nears. Early tallies show Roxas ahead with rising support from voters in Manila and nearby regions.
London Mandy reports the British Overseas Air operation has paused its regular transatlantic service after a prototype issue, with hopes to resume in July using five Donatella aircraft purchased from the United States.
Fragmentary notice reports Swastikas reappearing in Bavaria and Frankfurt amid unrest. Mentions: North Baynhayling County Board, Democratic Party, and an American tour context. Wording shows disrupted OCR with unclear names and dates.
In Nuremberg an audience heard a German pastor condemn the slaughter of Jews as planned and carried out. He urged upholding the commandment Thou shalt not kill and recalled responsibility for the murders.
A fragment notes Russian forces pulling back from Manchuria under Chinese Communter leadership. Mentions Lung kiang and Nanmtang Province with Ling Adang and Changchun as key placements. Confusing OCR yields unclear dates and actions but indicates shifts in regional control.
Paris dispatch reports French delegates pressing for a revised Franco Italian boundary. They advocate a single, adjusted line and a present frontier repositioned through the Alpine passes. The plan would reduce Italy through loss of hydro electric potential and strategic fortifications, with U.S. support favoring rapid Italian rehabilitation.
Warsaw radio claimed a German cooperating with a great power intelligence service was among those rounded up by Polish security police. In Parliament the Security Minister said the Nazi occupation left a large stock of apples, and the security police eliminated 318 German nationals.
A British cabinet meeting proposed creating two self governing states within the Indian Union. The plan aims to divide Hindustan and a Pakistan region, with defence, aft, and communications under central control. Key figures include Lord Wavell, Lord Pethwick Lawrence, A. V. Alexander, and Mohandad Jinnah alongside Congress leaders.
Election notice lists upcoming autumn vote plans with emphasis on free participation and public involvement. Limited readable fragments mention premier and regional details.
Fragmentary text discusses returns to be pledged equal rights and loans terms. Mentions Mr. Savin, Bellator McParisnd, and Senator McCarran in an amendment context. References demobilization, Britain, and a plan by McFarland with opposition, seeking U.S. loan conditions and national position.
London experts study a Mediterranean to Red Sea canal under British control to bypass Suez. The route would run from Gaza to Aqaba, with Dominion involvement and a 30 year construction timeline aimed to fortify Palestine as a British base and improve access to the Suez system.
London report outlines a proposed improved ration for workers to ease wartime shortages. Mrs W Hewson leads the National Pension of Meat Trade at Blackpool, noting the current ration equals one ox tongue per person each year and urging limits not to be surpassed.
From Stockholm authorities announce a three course cap for restaurant meals and a five percent cut in household spendings while bakers face a ten percent reduction. The move aims to conserve scarce supplies as aid to starving nations is emphasized by officials.
In Teheran on Monday police fired on a group of workers heading to welcome a political mission from Azerbaijan. Two killed, three wounded as police halted a lorry and gendarmerie reportedly ordered fire. Reports differ on who ordered the shots amid ongoing negotiations on Agertinijan’s future before May 1 and Red Army evacuation.
New York police report Willam Benjamin arrested charged with grand larceny for swindling credit firms of thousands of dollars. He allegedly admitted to gambling losses at races and Madison Square Garden, borrowing large sums on fraudulent orders and bogus accounts over the past four months.
Cairo reports the Arab League urged Foreign Ministers to back a 26 decision shaping Libya's future. The text notes opposition within Libya to UN plans and calls for a referendum while warning against outside interference. A separate poster claims responsibility for attacks on army targets and implies British soldiers were armed.
A fire engine crash in London results in one death and injuries to two others. Witnesses recall the vehicle veering near a market stall and striking a nearby structure. Police and emergency services responded to the incident. investigations into the cause are ongoing.
A chaotic clash erupted in Franifurt as Jewish residents and German voters contended with the local county council. Several Jews were killed and many more injured as disturbances spread, with American troops later separating the combatants and arranging medical aid for the wounded.
Fragmentary OCR snippet mentions Ruth Stevens and a meeting at Nancastie Pointed with bets in place and sailing references. Key names and events are unclear, rendering concrete summary difficult. The passage reads as a disjointed record of a meeting, betting, and maritime activity with missing context.
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