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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 08, 1946

Page

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Paris Conference Rejects Simple Majority Vote

Delegates reject a simple majority for decisions at the Paris Conference. Discussions center on amendments by Vyshinsky and French proposals to require a two thirds majority for certain recommendations. A British amendment aiming for a mixed majority approach is debated as Evatt and others push for clearer voting rules before foreign ministers convene.

Joe New Zealand Aus Ctrie Hout Africa Samia Vojlend Belay Brasil Greece Votey Molotov Rim Maaneyi Posal Byrnes Wevattfier Vyahinsky Jat Baek So. Net Third Park McNeil Bpoak Dia Vysninaky de Murville France Revue Vyshinky Baudaters Vyalt Inaky Jodajone Jane Axbate

British air aims for travel at tourist fares

British Overseas Aircraft Corporation plans lower tourist fares and expanded routes to Australia and empire trunk lines. Knollys and BOAC executives discuss faster schedules and new aircraft deliveries expected by 1967, with emphasis on public passenger travel and increased frequency.

British Air AIM LODON Weaneany Hythe Australia British Overseas Aircraft Corporation HL and Knoligat Ina Avro Lord Knollys BOAS

Canada Battles Price Control Troubles

Ottawa reports rising costs as the Prices Board grapples with curbing prices. A Bureau figure cites a 5 percent recent rise in living costs over five months, touching food clothing furnishings and health care. Chairman Gordon says the board faces difficulty in controlling prices across essential items.

Ottawa Wednewaay Bureau of Atalistica Prices Board Gordon

Hiroshima to be rebuilt after atomic bombing

Melbourne reports Hiroshima plans to rebuild after the 6 August 1945 bombing and evacuations. A church service and gathering in Royal Park near Sydney marked the anniversary as citizens vow rapid reconstruction with medical staff from Major Harvey Button’s Sydney office addressing locals.

Melbourne Feniavata Hiroshima Wich Waa Te Duniversery Harvey Button Sydney The Royal Park Yurde Thi

Casualties in Mtauan Clashes Near Palarmo

Reports from Mt Carcamo near Palarmo say several hundred attackers were killed or wounded as clashes between Pesants and government forces continued for days. The fighting centered on a village, with both sides using armored vehicles and attempted seizures of positions. The unrest follows claims of regulatory crackdowns and tensions over control of local resources, with authorities describing the scene as a government crackdown.

Rome Wednunday Pour Oarablulert Pesaants Mt Carcamo Palarmo Pesan Everal REO MPLA Carrera Inapeetorn

Allied espionage trial in Warsaw sentences death

Polish newspapers report a military tribunal in Warsaw sentenced a man to death for espionage on behalf of General Anders and two foreign powers. The trial allegedly exposed a definite link to Allied terrorist networks with operations centred in Britain and America involving one woman and seven men.

Warsaw Andere Britain America

Empire War Medal Design Competition Announcement

Empire competition for the War Medal invites designs for the reverse of the War Medal 1030 45. A prize of 4200 will be paid for the winning design. Open to full time armed forces personnel who have served at least 24 years. The minister for defence proposes inscription options and may adapt the design.

Ascie Efence Forde Jena Onan Babel

Professor Brigden Elected Vice President of UARRA Council

Professor Brigden of Amuatenlia was elected Vice-President of UARRA's Council in Geneva on Wednesday. Anders Feahigen was chosen as President, and Brigden will serve as second chief.

Brigden U.nlr.a Geneva Amuatenlia Ana UARRA Anders Feahigen Hha Teen

Pilotless Plane Flight From Hawaii To California

MAROC California reports a 15 hour unmanned flight from Hawaii to the California coast. Two radio controlled drones detached from a mother ship at 6 500 feet. One drone released a smoke bomb near the coast as bomb bay doors opened and closed remotely. The test aimed to prove guided missile efficiency and practicality.

Maroc California

DDT Spray Proves Effective With Live Stock Pests

New York report states DDT spray reduces pests on livestock and milk contamination risks. Claims indicate improved milk quality and safety for the nation's dairy supply, with broader protection for animals not treated and reduced parasite issues.

D.D.T New York Wednesaay Wall Street

Scientists Plan for Atomic Control Debate

In New York on Wednesday scientists face responsibility to propose means for informational control of atomic energy. A World Committee decision delays fur ther meetings until the Scientific Technical Committee completes a week long investigation. Gromyko warns the United States risks rejection of a convention if its plan is not accepted.

New York Sciencific Nncosk Grorayk United States Steten Pripriaais Washington & Tusea Condine Tie Una United Atalsa United Ventlona

Faint 5.0.3 Signals Picked by London Mutiny

A muddled maritime report describes faint signals picked by London on a Wednesday as vessels converge on Land's End. An unknown ship signals distress after a prior event. The yard believes the American Fore was towed by a small Royal Navy cutter.

London Land's End M Small Tritiah Feeighter

Soviet Reply Challenges London in Moscow Broadcast

Moscow Radio reports a reply to Byrnes challenge as Soviet officials pledge to follow the rules. Joy Molotov and other speakers deliver brief remarks and song excerpts, while Byrnes continues with his address and reaction remains terse.

London Westnessing Reuters Moscow Reumsia Mer Byrnes Byrnes

No Change in Turkish Policy Reported in Ankara

In Ankara on Wednesday a formal statement denied any shift in Turkish policy. The note recalled the cordial relations between Prime Minister Bevin and Hassan, who remains foreign minister, emphasizing steadiness in regional stance.

Ankara Bevin Hassan Porvign

British Danish trade terms set with price quotas

London reports an Anglo Danish food agreement setting British rates for Danish butter at 330 per cwt and bacon at 150, with Denmark to export about 10 000 tons initial and 80 percent of declared exportables. The deal covers nine months with 62 percent of exports and includes egg prices at 1 per long hundred and a contract through September 10 2047 for 85 percent of exportable surplus.

London Britain Denmark Egrosa Eges

Airmen Lift Meal Ban For Trial Fortnight

A Wing-Commander led a meeting at the RAAF station to end a dinner time uniform ban for a two week trial. Officials reported mixed opinions among airmen with over 10 percent opposing the policy and a plan to inspect uniforms during a fortnightly inspection period.

RAAF Costello Castella Alrman Costallo Herwan Ma Teaving

China urges Mongolia to prove bonafides for UN admission

New York Wednesday the Chinese delegate Dr Shuhsi Hsung urged delaying Mongolia’s bid to join the United Nations for about a year to show it can meet Charter obligations. He argued Mongolia, once part of China, has not yet established full diplomatic ties with other nations or demonstrated its ability to carry UN duties.

Tientain Prest Paris Jan Ching Tang Bina Kun] Nintang Parla New York Mongolia Republic U.N.O Shuhsi Hsung Mongelia Maahel China United Nafiomn Chine Aviat Kruainnibey

Butter from coal oil aids 36 year independence drive

Delegates from Bri an and other parties discuss butter derived from coal oil as a wartime aid for 36 years. The report cites nonrefrigerated butter stability and government actions amid Allied effort against fascist aggression, with scarce ration details and territorial policy notes.

Ghak Monigolia Bri An Atrae Ital York

French Communist Group Rejects Cabinet Invite to High Court

The French Communist Party parliamentary group refused the cabinet invitation for many Communist ide members to sit on the High Court of Justice. They reaffirmed the stand against nominating jurors as a protest over a landmark land ownership decision.

Paris Weanmday French Communist Party High Court of Justice

American rejection of partition plan for Palestine

Washington comments indicate the United States has not decided on the British Palestine plan but the Smith Government has been advised of near rejection by administrations. Rumors of ships and immigrant fleets reach Haifa as British and Turkish authorities tighten controls. A curfew remains in Jerusalem and British police report terrorist acts as the city endures martial measures.

Washington United States Palestine Smtith Arata Haifa Megat Jowlah Unmi Europe Ray Levant Ajax Iron Tente Cyprian Waldiere Affleeta Jerusalem Jaen

Australia asserts full control under New Guinea trusteeship

Australian officials argued for full administrative control of New Guinea under the United Nations trusteeship plan. The government sought authority to use naval, military and air bases if needed and to plan defense measures while maintaining welfare and administration for inhabitants. The motion aimed to align with the United Nations Charter and the Trust Territory Council questionnaire, with assembly consideration slated for September.

Australia Cuter House of United Nationa Aus Valleagh New Guinea Gainey Australie Chiney Sat Australi Lew Casine Australis

Swedish defense reports rocket attack over coast

A Swedish defence statement confirms reports of a number of rockets crossing from the south toward the east along the Swedish coast. The notice adds that an initial estimate of 300 rockets projected is probably incomplete or uncertain.

Rtockholm Wednewday Anrestory Urest

World War Era Food Survey Reveals Calorie Shifts

The survey indicates changing global calories with nations facing higher energy demands. It notes planned increases in calories per person and hints at shifts in dietary patterns before wartime disruptions.

Yorkshire and Lancashire endure dour county cricket draw

A shattered scorecard shows Yorkshire and Lancashire in a dull draw as both sides fight to avoid defeat. Key performances include Watson contributing 19, Lap and Bhiore producing leg events, and figures like Robinses 79 and Murrey 5/523 shaping the declared innings.

London Weassatan Dourly Ghrlind Derahip Terkamire Lameee Shir Font Polis Bond Thay Ibe Watson Beurs Lap Wd Bhiore Aa Vaminge Rune Dery Denk Warwta Wists Middlawex Tome Sazi Sabine Ny Tain Murrey Baal Noite Straton of Wie Knaes Crebbes Smith Woreeater Bingletoo Forkshire Lancashire Moncrvter Doctared Wnd Retammond Omar Glimbiett

Britain Welcomes Labour Law Aimed at Living Standards

London reports the Perum government should maintain industrial conciliation machinery to ensure security and enable Peralanil to participate fully in the world economy. The policy is expected to raise living standards for Anglo-leanian employees and encourage practical measures by workers.

London Persia Metta Foreign Office Perum Peralanil

Tidal Wave Wreaks Matanzas Coastline

Fragmented text reports a tidal wave affecting Matanzas and nearby areas after an earthquake. Readable phrases mention a party, a mile long impact, and a few survivors or witnesses. Names, dates, and concrete details are obscured, leaving a partial account of damage and sequence.

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