21 Aug 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1946
Page
1
London protests escalate over Yugoslav forces hostile attitude amid clashes at sea. Irish and American governments condemn open fire and demand restraint as July dates mark tensions in the region.
Chamber of Commerce and United Nations Economic and Racial Council advocate cutting passport and customs delays. Report notes Yugoslav note to Britain amid tensions, urging simpler formalities for travel and international commerce.
Fragmented report outlines a debate involving Mr. McCarthy and Mr. Cain on branding of teats and pricing in Victoria. Officials discuss measures, with references to the Victorian Premier and the Department of rv. The exchange hints at broader trade and conference talks about payment methods and branding standards affecting the region.
The United States rejects four Soviet proposals on Turkey and the Straits. Washington opposes freezing the Russian Turkish Straits concession and a joint control plan by Britain, France, and Russia. It also resists Soviet ideas on future strait governance and a broader alliance framework. The note, conveyed to Turkey, flags U S intent to seek international consensus on security guarantees.
A Delhi radio summary reports Calcutta calm returning under Bhutto leadership while tension lingers in certain quarters. Police and military remain active as damage estimates reach millions with thousands injured, and authorities prepare further measures including curfews and troop movements.
New York Tuesday report states Pollan suggested Britain move Transjordan under trusteeship but plan was rejected by the British representative Mir. Lew ford at a United Nations Membership Committee meeting.
Melbourne reports Gerald Patterson is the appointed Davis Cup team manager as the American players prepare to travel to Australia. Davis Cup selectors named Quist Bromwich Brown and Brodie as doubles options, with Adrian Quist resting and potential substitutions noted if he withdraws.
In Buenos Aires on Tuesday the Senate unanimously ratified the United Nations pacts and sent the measures to the Chamber of Deputies. Officials noted adherence to sovereignty, with remarks by the affairs committee chair and other members.
London reports say the Siamese Government has offered to purchase the Bangkok Moulmein railway, long known to Australian POWs as the railway of death. Negotiations continue in Bangkok between British and Siamese representatives, with discussions touching compensation for prisoners and families, and the line’s reconstruction’s strategic role in Asia.
A fragmentary notice from Ottawa claims a warning urged Canada to ready for a possible third world war, referencing military commanders and a commitment from Majoreczone and other officials. The readable text is garbled, but indicates national defense warnings issued by Ottawa authorities.
Washington reports warn that no U S observers will oversee the Greek plebiscite amid post-war prep anxiety. Canada aims to reinforce defense readiness while Allied missions urge closer coordination and a standing mechanism for postwar security.
Peiping reports a six memorandum to the Communist forces to attack Yenan Calgan and Chengteh to relieve the government trap. Tatung rail center 125 miles west of Peiping is named in the warning. The Yenan radio says the move could spark a full civil war.
Wellington reports a derailed Ztrain plunging 80 feet into the river in Manawatu Gorge after heavy rains. Two men drowned, including B. O. Craighead and REP Hoskin. A guard was injured, and a relief train crew escaped. The engine and car fell as a rockfall struck near the gorge center.
The Premier and state leaders discuss disarmament measures amid reports that about 200000 368 rifles may be sold by the Disposals Commission. Calls rise for strict penalties on possession of revolvers, submachine guns and machine guns, with premiers proposing a ban on 308 rifles.
A Moscow daily criticizes Britain's foreign policy as driven by selfish interests. It claims London pursues expansion and risks creating a center of war in the Middle East, despite declarations by Carters.
In Magee Mississippi a public safety incident led Black residents to flee toward a swamp as deputies conducted a four man hunt. The chaotic sequence followed a sheriff and three deputies being involved in the confrontation.
A blast at Lueck, Hamburg area, during transfer of German barbs to trains for dumping, kills ten and wounds ten severely with two British among the wounded. Officials consider future use of Nazi labor to handle dangerous bombs and halt such dangerous work. Seventeen residents of Labeok were reported dead.
Partial match scores show Lancashire against Warwick and Northants battling to 852 amid Barrow Wollies figures. Romerset 8/807 at lunch. Wellard and Gregory strong for Glamorgan. Kent and Notts posted 282 and 260 respectively as Glamorgan bowled 182 and 1/0.
Negotiations began to secure Langridge for the whale tour of the SECC as the touring team members are ordered to take Tinney overcoats and ATM gear. They have been granted 100 clothing coupons in addition to the ordinary issue, with most players seeking all 48 coupons for stockings and five white shirts each.
The French Government maintains the bread ration at Belgium level despite harvest prospects. Officials had expected a rise as propaganda underscored France’s duty to cut wheat imports. meanwhile Denmark ships 10,000 tons of frozen beef and 49,000 head of cattle to Britain via an Anglo-Danish agreement.
The Central Muller Court heard Major Charles Hughis Cousens testimony in a treason trial. Principal witness Miss Fourri Saisha, a Japanese woman, described Cousens protesting broadcasting while a Japanese officer urged cooperation. Witnesses detailed his alleged involvement in producing scripts and guiding propaganda for Tokyo. The hearing adjourned to the next day.
A government notice reports a contract for poultry products with West Britain. It specifies a purchase of 160 tons of doller fowle at unspecified price and 80 tons of turkeys at 3/11. The obscure OCR text mentions dates and parties but is garbled.
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