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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 05, 1946

Page

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British Plan on Two Thirds Vote at Paris Peace Conference

Observers at the Paris Peace Conference foresee adoption of a two thirds majority rule. Britain presses for amendments limiting votes and seeks to reduce colonial influence, while Molotov argues for scope to include all delegations. The Big Four debate continues as nations push for a workable compromise amid differing imperial interests.

Paris Reuters Wubrattting Ules McOndly New Zealand Holland Brasil Beiriean Myrow Dre

Big Four Disagree on Italian Warships Allocation

London report says the Committee of Naval Sports of the Big Four failed to agree on the final allocation of Italian warships. The four powers discussed allocations to satisfy all parties and to pace toward a united stance, with Britain declining. The committee has tentatively proposed a plan involving Greece, Atlantic and France.

London Naval Sports Britain Greece Atlanie France

Fatal Explosion at Steel Works in Newcastle

One man was killed and two others seriously injured when a blast furnace exploded at Arthur Gilles Proprietary steel works in Newcastle. Names include Arthur Gilles, 43, who died from injuries, Matthew Molyneux, 13, and Norman Janfon Si, both injured with burns to abdomen and eyes. The blast furnace explosion occurred during blasting operations at the last furnace in the steel works.

Newcastle Bunday BH. Proprietary Arthur Gilles Matthew Molyneux Norman Jan Fon Debra Giliuay

Plot to topple government in Luxembourg described as comic opera

Prime Minister reported that all but one of those arrested after a plot to overthrow the government on August 2 were charged. The plan allegedly aimed to kidnap ministry members and free them after two days, a scheme the premier called a comic opera revolution, with conspirators delaying the restoration of a war ravaged arena.

Luxemburg Tore Andiognat Jk

Black Market Operators Arrested in Japan Raid

In a wide raid in Hiroshima Kure and Dunday, Australian Provost Corps and Japanese police arrested 44 black market operatives and seized large consignments of apricots coffee cocoa and other goods. Thirty three defendants will be tried by Australian Provost Court and others by local Japanese authorities.

Kure Bunday Hiroshime Australian Provost Corps Japaneet

Tassels Confess Mussolini's Body Theft In Rome

In Rome on Sunday authorities reveal Antonie Purvent and others have confessed to removing Mussolini's body from its grave. They admit taking the body to a secret hiding place, which police have not yet located.

Rome Dominica Séccial Eid Antonie Purvent Mus Ollni Nie Krave Pney

Jewish Flight From Poland to Escape Killings

Amid unrest in Poland, Bunney Mankeurt and Abeuband Jews seek aid to flee killings. After eight years in captivity, they urge immediate evacuation to safer regions, hoping for Allied passage to Italy and resettlement within displaced persons efforts in the United States.

Poland Mankeurt Bunney Abeuband Wiling Damaral Mora Fervar Dowien Witaury Rabie Phillip Bernstein Amd Ikrger Cumbert Italy

Rajah Granted Four Days After 26 Year Wait

Privy Council decision favored Rajeh Kumah Rawandere Nareyas Ray o Bhtowel in the famous funeral pyre case. After 26 years of efforts toward restoration of the estate, the Rajah lived only four days following his accession before dying.

Calcutta Rajeh Kumah Rawandere Nareyas Ray O

Muti Troops for Persian Gulf War Tension

A garbled report describes Muti troops or forces in the Persian Gulf region after a protest by the Persian government. It mentions three British warships, an attack at Amada refinery, and unconfirmed claims of large Russian forces near the Soviet frontier following the naval action.

Fitain Senting Uroaje Burra Gaesestreaan Oltfeid Bouth Per Amada Peraicn

Three Mile Walk Through Snow to Kosciuszko

A relief effort in snowy conditions as travelers reach Kosciuszko Hotel amid broken transport. Governor’s children and officials were part of a group trekking through heavy snow to maintain supply lines for Alpine huts. Snowbound vehicles and failed tractors hindered aid. locals in Adaminaby report stored provisions as four skiers failed to haul loads up and soldiers work to clear routes.

Byoney Mann Quenta Hotel Ciusko South Australia William Nore Farebrother White Pulver Memagen Siemens Caurle Siamen Wimlet Juandra Adaminaby

Waterside Claim for Unloading Ships

Brisbane report shows Waterside Workers' Federation claiming wages after unloading ships. Claim cited amounts around £400 and related costs. Unclear details due to fragmented OCR but notes the union pursued owners of vessels for work performed and referenced government department involvement.

Brisbane Waterside Workers’ Federation Babu Department of Supply

Self Styled Executioner Held For Threat To Truman Life

Secret Service reports a self described executioner is jailed for Grand Jury action on charges of threatening President Truman. Arrest details are sparse but the case is described as most significant.

Truman Washington Secret Service

False Evidence at Nuremberg Reported by SS Witnesses

A damaged OCR installment recounts testimonies at Nuremberg where SS members dispute charges and describe trial proceedings. It mentions Blewgre, Lack, and Riberstein, noting claimed anti Allied acts were for Germany’s “progress” and that Dachau visits were orderly with well fed prisoners.

Nuremberg

Immigrants from Eire to be Sought Under UK Policy

The Minister for Immigration said no agreement with Ireland exists and none is planned. Preference would go to United Kingdom residents and dependents. First migrants expected to come via Australia and Britain under free passage schemes early next year. Citizens who served in the British forces would be considered.

Melbourne Dalwell Yeatertay Colwell United Kingdom Australia Howie Lon- Gon Srillah

No Tax Cuts Debate Amid Inflation Fear

The article discusses wartime budgeting and inflation pressures in the United States, noting the need for a strong military establishment while inflation rises. It highlights reduced armed forces funding, planned further cuts, and the impact on consumer savings and corporate buffers as the nation faces ongoing economic strain.

Washington Tron Ube Bonipeas

Serious Theft of Arms at Mackay Brisbane

A major early morning robbery in Mackay Brisbane saw armed theft of weapons and ammunition. Thieves stole at least five arms including an anti-machine gun and a quantity of bullets along with equipment and field rations. Police are treating the incident as a serious armed theft with consternation over missing rifles, cigarettes, and gear.

Mackay Brisbane Bunday Weapona Nenda

Mt. Isa Forced to Stop Mining as Coal Shortage Hits

Coal shortages force suspension of mining and milling at Mt Isa. About 180 workers are laid off as insufficient supplies delay operations. Officials expect next shipments in a day or two, with the possibility of reducing further or reopening soon.

Mt. Isa Brisbane

Water spill floods Red Hill reservoir after intake failure

About 3 million gallons of water escaped from Lower Red Hill after a breakdown in the Mt. Stromlo intake early Friday. Crews opened concrete drainage channels to redirect flow and prevent erosion while engineers manage the spill and protect the reservoir foundations.

Red Hill Mt. Stromlo Imio Chan

Cockatoo With Costly Taste Cuts Power Lines

A damaged old note describes a cockatoo causing power line faults by pecking at insulation. The bird’s costly taste leads to repeated breaks, prompting repairs and safety concerns for the nearby area. The report highlights the creature’s pattern and the ongoing damage to infrastructure.

Turkish GA resigns British OK Soviet claim

Fragmented report states British Gossett Mission to the Soviet Union publicly approved a Russian claim involving Turkey. Armenian American observers reference restoration of lands and a conference in Armecis. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR text.

O.K Gossett

Pope Condemns Terrorism in Palestine

The Pope denounced violence in Palestine during a private audience with the Arab delegation. He urged restraint by all parties, calling for civility and peace while stressing the need for lawful conduct in the region. The remarks followed reports of clashes and arrests connected to the ongoing unrest.

Palestina Says Reuter Poport Maine Ater Pepat Geo Fen Cinenies Moris Unites Autora Alan

Tel Aviv Roundup Reports Detentions and Interrogations

In Jerusalem the four day combcist in Tel Aviv detained 140 men and 2 percent women. During the operation 102000 persons were interrogated and Saturday tram service arrived earlier than planned. About 10 more await decisions on large matters.

Tel Aviv 11La Jerusalem

Death Toll Confirmed From Jerusalem Hotel Bombing

Jerusalem reports final death toll from the King David Hotel bombing by Jewish militants. Officials say all bodies recovered from the Palm area. total deaths range around 50 with many injured.

Jerusalem Bodiaa King David Hotel Teriesalem Atill x Hospital

Explosion Claims 25 In Haifa Tanker Disaster

In Halts harbour the tanker Empire Crom exploded, killing 25 people including five British officers, four Ayeb labourers, and others. Thirty-one crew members were saved and rushed to hospital for treatment.

Haifa Bunday

La Guardia Says UNRRA Could Clean Trieste Cites NY Cops

Former New York mayor and UNRRA director General La Guardia told a Nuremberg correspondent that UNRRA could clean Trieste by coordinating with city police and military authorities. He criticized Italian police for incompetence and cited large quantities of ME and other stolen goods. He said Morgen’s reply to his earlier statement was unsatisfactory and warned of Soviet propaganda claims in displaced person camps in Southern Germany.

London New York City Morgen la Guardia la Chusidia CASA Germany Omara Confermance Geneva Teomigerow

Severe Tweed Valley Frost Impacts Cane Crushing Season

Weather damage slows Tweed Valley cane harvest with frost reducing expected 90 000 tons by about 14 000 tons. Crushing slated to begin within weeks and run for five months. Livestock losses reported as cattle decline amid cold, damp conditions in the upper Tweed region.

Opi

Rumor Denial From Hamburg Murky and Fragmented

Ambiguous text from a censored or garbled report notes denial of rumors about exports from Hamburg. Mentions names like Bussey and Bettiah and references Reuters and British authorities in a puzzling, incomplete passage.

Londom Bussey Bettiah Bae Hamburg Aye Reuters Britis

Danish Food For Britain At Higher Prices

Danish export figures show butter prices rising this year with 38 percent of production earmarked for export. An official report notes a June announcement of a 3d increase per pound for butter and related products.

Britain Copenhagen

Dutch Bill for New England Control Introduced

A fragmented report notes a Netherlands bill proposal touching New England era governance. The text mentions seances and a claimed political shift toward centralized authority within a forthcoming regime, with references to a propagated propaganda and supreme authority. The exact details remain unclear from the OCR fragment.

Netherlands

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