22 Aug 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1946
Page
1
Australian finance and political leaders push amendments to a peace draft as markets watch the impact on bonds and the US. Dutch government actions and American responses shape investor sentiment, with attention to Holland's policy signals and potential effects on future totem and pinty outcomes.
Paris reports outlining amendments to draft peace treaties include proposals for a fact finding committee to examine disputed boundaries and reparations data and a mechanism to revise treaties. Australia supports these steps while seeking a reparations commission and annual payment arrangements as part of a broader protocol at the conference.
A fragmentary London report indicates a meeting of Allied authorities where criticism of British actions was discussed. The text is garbled, but mentions anti-British sentiment and references to Russian involvement and a May date.
Fragmented report describes Allied and Japanese positions amid postwar talks. Mentions British Deputy Commander, Major General Arrlustora, Colonel A Mitchell, and field marshals. Notes Albania, Manhavi frontier issues and a Mexican delegate seeking equitable peace.
Moscow reports that ten Russian athletes will be allowed to compete in the European Games beginning August 2. The Federation notes rules require amateur status and payment restrictions remain in force. The council discusses legal entries and compliance with international athletic standards.
Reported amendments propose to ease the Hungarian peace draft by transferring about 100,000 Hungarians from Misia to Mynachnle origin Musgary and ceding territory along the Danube opposite Sarchonlovaki to reduce tensions. The plan aims to address issues revolving around approximately 1 million Hungarian minorities in Bo kia and neighboring regions.
Fire swept the six story Wool store at Ultimo, New South Wales, trapping smoke and flames across upper floors. Fire crews battled the blaze for days, with debris and charred walls collapsing as the building partially fell. Estimated damage reached hundreds of thousands of pounds, with flames spreading across nearby streets and drawing long siren and crowd attention.
The Times correspondent reports Calcutta returning to calm after a riot period. Fire, arson, and looting caused widespread damage and wounded numbers run as high as ten thousand, prompting alarm across the city.
A fragmentary report notes dogs earning Victoria Crosses for bravery in a war, mentioning a dog named Pune and a claimant unit under heavy fire. Details are garbled, but the piece highlights heroic acts of animals in combat and references the Deakin Medal and a tommy gun incident, with limited readable names and places.
German prisoners escape from a camp in England. A ship patrol reports a yacht named Lajun missing from Dover moorings on Monday night. One escaped German is believed to be a skilled gardener. Two other escapees recaptured in Germany wearing naval uniforms.
London reports Dy. Evatt will depart for Sydney on Thursday of next week. He will attend the Sarla Conference with the Steen Minister in London. He travels in a chartered Lancastrian piloted by Captain F. Al. Weir from Australia.
A Bund girl regained sight after a corner operation at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. The procedure involved grafting tissues to the eye, restoring ability to read and perform simple tasks. The operation proceeded without removing any tissue from a wounded soldier or civilian.
London reports a Foreign Office note expressing Britain’s concern that widespread beliefs of irregularities marred Poland’s referendum. It calls for equal facilities for all democratic parties, full representation on election commissions, publication of results, and an effective appeals system, with the process conducted openly and free from interference.
A New York meeting of the United Nations Security Council Membership Committee reported Soviet approval for UNC membership. The session discussed support for operations from women and funding for admission, with debate spanning representatives from Albans, Outer Mom Boling Siam, Portal, Weanet and Fratisgors.
Washington reports that the United States urged Italy to admit about 95 thousand Jewish refugees from Austria to ease the burden on displaced persons. The British authorities were noted as wary, while explanations about Italy’s position and potential military installations were referenced.
Wallace Wrantaday Clarke and Wesley John Netwood feature in a Newtown courtroom. Clarke was ordered to pay £210 compensation for assault and received a three year behaviour bond after an incident on May 2. The proceedings referenced Clarke presenting a toy pistol and alleged stabbing.
English county cricket roundup reports five drawn or declared games. Kent versus Glamorgan ended in a draw after Glamorgan 182 and 2/14 while Kent posted 22. Warwick and Northants drew after 226 and 241, with scores by Dollery, Comper and Nita. Leicester, Worcester, and Worcestershire games noted with several innings totals and declines. Multiple counties including Derbyshire, Derbyshire, Lancashire and others feature in overall mixed results with declarations and yields.
An Arch spokesman quoted the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem describing as a forgery a document found among German records cited to show widespread trouble in Arab territories. He suggested others might be responsible for the sorrow and urged caution in assigning blame.
Limbon, Wadowsday. Dr. Manuel Tyrraria Laborde, once governor of Portuguese Timor, was sentenced to 1B activities for disobeying orders. He allegedly aided allied evacuation and troops to Australia while remaining in Japanese-occupied territory, drawing punishment from the Colonial Order Disciplinary Council.
Indonesian sailors at Princess Juliana Hospital Turramurra on the North Shore walked out after being told they would be kept separate from other patients at Queen Victoria Hospital. The incident involved tuberculosis patients and convalescents, prompting concerns about segregation policies and hospital procedures.
The Four Power Allied Council in Tokyo rejected General MacArthur's plan to invite seven other Allied observers to informal informal delegates. The British and Australian delegates opposed preemptive acceptance without clear government consensus. The proposal, discussed among the council members including the Netherlands and the Philippines, was dropped after doubts were raised about the reception of the plan by governments.
Adelaide report states three carriages of an Adelaide bound train to Semaphore were derailed after a signal switch was allegedly operated outside Port Adelaide station. The engine of a goods train was struck, nine people injured, and a passenger train held up for an hour. A man has been charged with causing danger and will appear before court tomorrow.
Washington reports Joint Chiefs of Staff and senior military planners remain uncertain about Yugoslavia’s attack on American transports. US officials consider possible retaliatory options and note past deviations by American bombers in other theaters. Diplomatic moves include visa matters and high level talks ahead of broader responses.
The United States denounces the August 2 attack on an American transport plane as outrageous. Yugoslav and allied officials demand urgent talks over rights and safety of military flights, with Tito broadcasting to workers and McNarney pausing airlift routes between Vienna and Udine.
A fragmentary report from Sydney notes 80 ft snow drifts in the Southern Alps with thaw threats and high drifts near Molet Rowcluak. Hotel basements report up to 40 ft of snow while roads from Kasmiiaka to Coomaty stay difficult and heavy snowfall continues in other areas. Weather effects threaten Murray country and rail routes as officials record drifting and thaw impacts.
Fragmented text reports Chinese and Manchuria related statements about government forces in Manchuria and possible border tensions. The garbled source mentions Mukden and Manchuria and accuses authorities of moving troops or asserting control.
A chaotic incident near police headquarters involved a major attacker labeled 601 Shag. The assailant used a weapon on law officers, with O'Brien staggered by the confrontation. Several people were injured and taken away for treatment as the scene unfolded amid confusion and disorder.
A fragmented report from an unspecified source states Anthony London and two others are committed for trial. Details are garbled but reference a court appearance, defendant names, and a possible notation of charges or proceedings.
A provincial Luzon gaol reports the murder of a prisoner as guards note a shooting by raiders. Military police announce suspected attackers and casualties amid the incident at Bulacan province jail.
Poace eee Wednesay delivered a remarkable round, posting a 154 for 8 under par and setting a national record at the GA tournament. Ferrer led the field, earning 280 dollars in prize money as the standout in the event.
A fragmented report describes a small group attempting to lower a record, naming participants such as Lane and Burtey in a venue involving Bri tick magnetic coining. The text mentions a crew of 32 and aims linked to Right to Australasia and New Santant, with unclear outcomes.
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