03 Dec 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1946
Page
1
London dispatch reports a wall planned campaign to cut off Ventura Mace dosie from Greece. The Daily Te says a sulonemous SI Yate is in full swing, gaining ground despite army operations. The fragmentary text indicates a political or violent effort tied to northern Greece and Macedonia, with unclear names and dates.
Teheran reports the Persian Premier warned the Governor of Azerbaijan of government plans to send troops to supervise provincial elections. He warned that unrest would trigger a declaration of war as Albania border tensions rise and Balkan instability spreads.
Fragmentary notes describe discussions in Bucharest about a travel decision by Mr. Jakob and a war context. Mentions of Arcane, Chamber of Deputies, and parties greet discussions with emphasis on close cooperation with the Union and Rumani a potential admission to a peace context.
A fragment from London on Monday notes Daily Express quoting Whitehall about Prince Creese renewing a petition for naturalization as a Bet and a Seugo Ally Sixpreaa issue. The text is garbled and partial, with unclear names and context.
The British Foreign Secretary Mr Bevin faced hostile reaction at a football match in New York. Police intervened as loud booing and disruptions occurred around half time during announcements of a new speaker system. Bevin departed with his party amid attempts to reach safety as demonstrations swelled nearby.
The Trustesahip Sub-Committee on Lake Buccras discusses Australian involvement in New Guinea within a proposed framework. It centers on whether administration would treat it as part of a territory under a single governing power, amid debate over immigration controls and potential neighboring territory implications. The Australian plan is weighed against concurrent proposals from the United Kingdom, France, and Belgium for African mandated areas.
In Washington, a prolonged legal battle is expected over the coal strike involving J. Li Lewin. The government seeks to justify termination of miners' contracts as unlawful, with no court ruling yet to halt the contention.
The Executive Council commuted the death sentence imposed by the Chief Justice on Aldney Hammond from death to life imprisonment. The ruling was reported from Perth on a Monday, with the commutation affecting the sentence originally handed down on November 10.
New York report on a Soviet gesture at a special Political and Security Committee meeting. Prussin moved to note small powers' veto concerns and push the General Assembly to urge the Security Council to consider past experiences for future decisions. Australia emphasized veto power as a delaying tool during reforms and sought clearer terms.
Batavia reports a solemn tribute to British aid and Allied cooperation. Officials acknowledge the support of British and Allied forces aiding the Netherlands during wartime. The ceremony underscores gratitude and the shared burden carried by both nations.
Fragmentary OCR notes a remand at a special court in Sydney on December 1 involvingWilliam Stephen Bamba of Hilsareth Bay and a November 18 reference. Widespread garbled text mentions dates, names, and locations with unclear actions.
A faction of Labour rebels warned of more action after declaring the party is divided over foreign policy. Mr Mikado, signatory to the rebellion, claimed the party has yet to grasp the depth of the rift and criticized Prime Minister Attlee’s approach.
Fragmentary report notes modifications proposed in German plans touching coal and food stockpiles, with emphasis on preserving population from starvation. It mentions survival strategies, wartime output, prisoner of war manpower, and provisioning, though many words are unclear.
A fragmented report notes British censorship of radio jokes during a tense period. It mentions a satirical piece targeting ministers and the term Lett Honorable used by the chief censor Ghredhan, with references to Lord Charmer and Hemine in the enigmatic snippet.
Prague reports President Jomet Tiso of the Republic during the German Occupation faces treason charges. Two administration members are charged by the People's Court with offenses carrying the death penalty.
Tokyo Monday reports Brigadier Arthur Blackburn testifying at the War Crimes Tribunal about systematic beatings of Allied prisoners in Formosa. He named General Wainwright and other officers abused daily under Japanese orders, with guards using fists rifles and belts for minor or imagined offenses.
A British military pact with the United States is reported with headlines noting a joint defense concept and leadership changes. Field Marshal Kranner is named Minister for Defence and General Sir William Morgan is mentioned in relation to a mission, with remarks about coordinating actions between nations.
The Monday report from New Delhi notes renewed communal disturbances at Dacca after two weeks of calm. One dead and several injured across the city as shops and passengers were attacked. Curfews and riot precautions were announced as authorities seek to control the unrest. A Bombay communique reports additional deaths and injuries linked to communal tensions in other areas.
Notices were sent to two doctors, two matrons, and four staff at Willesden Municipal and Maternity Hospitals under a local resolution. The British Medical Association criticized a rule forcing doctors to join unions, urging voluntary membership and supporting sectors affected by compulsory union requirements.
A report on Zeehan ore prospects notes favourable development potential after surveys by an unnamed investigator. The survey highlights a 4800 acre area around Zeehan and indicates renewed activity in drilling for diamonds and loess deposits.
Hebrew paper Mishmar Tel Aviv describes a plan to federate Palestine and admit 100000 Jews, outlining Arab majority concerns and a two tier approach. The Jerusalem post and Palestine radio warn of possible bomb threats amid ongoing tension.
Reports from Munich describe harsh conditions for German prisoners of war repatriated from Britain. An American guard protected prisoners as a German official boasted of punitive measures. Camp authorities treated detainees with intimidation, threatening long terms and assigning labor duties amid protests over clothing removal.
Tokyo Monday traffic reports quote a Hover Naval Affairs committee member arguing the United States must have unilateral control of Pacific affairs. He warns Britain France and other powers are too distant to administer mandates in Japan and other nations, urging U S leadership for peace and strategic security in the Pacific.
Fragmented report hints at Madrid arguing for imports over guidance amid wartime strain. Mentions 28,000 deaths and 300,008 patients, with references to trade unions, radio broadcasts, and public sympathy while the Times notes unrest and historical context of 1900.
In Hesse a political group or council approved socialisation measures amid local debate. The report notes public interest and regional involvement by voters and officials as the decision was reached in the context of postwar reforms.
The American Oversea Airlines Constellation crossed from New York to London, attempting a new record for an eight commercial flight. The flight began November 30, completing in six hours and twenty minutes. It carried freight and crew with a route via Newfoundland and Eire. The distance reported was 3,012 nautical miles.
The Arabbishop of Tore warns that within 26 to 30 years another world war could erupt, wiping out belligerents and non belligerents. He urges Britain to secure a path with the United States and Russia to avert catastrophe as global tensions mount.
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