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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 04, 1945

Page

2

British War Trials Open Today in Compact Hearing

The British section of war trials opens with evidence aimed at proving Nazi crimes. Testimony covers actions from Poland's attack to the broader war, including trials against leaders such as a former Gestapo chief. Prosecution delays and defense arguments surface as documents reveal German High Command plans.

Pecs Bier Harthy Tuasday Tha Néals Cencomlovakia Poland France Britain Denmre Norway Belgium Holland Luxemburg Yuromlains Greece Lidice Prague Weismann Ranek Belny Hinnaett Maal Times Sayant America Rumale Emaped Penn Wan Doma Tod Bombragagansin Envaay Reelnion Hombleg and Mbasay

Coll Thyer Testimony in Bennett Inquiry Brings Controversy

Sydney dispatch reveals Col Thyer describing a February 1942 meeting at Division Headquarters. General Bennett allegedly pressed for escape and a post surrender plan while Col Callaghan and Major General Percival discussed the troops remaining in place amid Japanese advances.

Callaghan Bennett Uney Ofivera Malaya Command

Empire control of press rates urged in letter

A letter to The Tune Ble enon Fisk argues for empire wide regulation of press rates, opposing a penny a word scheme. It contends rates should be set to favor British interests, with autonomy for dominions and unified long distance communications, though practical enforcement across continents is doubtful.

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Fragmented World News Snippets From London and Beyond

In London, volunteers stage as guinea pigs for malaria research amid mixed signals on aid and alliance. A Polish dialogue hints at neighborly support for reconciliation while unions prepare a January governance vote. Reports touch on military reforms in France and a road collision causing damages in a separate incident.

Crowded Visit by Lord Alambreoke Halted by Security

Crowded scene around Lord Alanbroke disrupted by security measures and royal authority as an official visit faced hindrances. Local authorities responded to unrest and ensured safety during the prolonged engagement.

Duke's Plane Delayed After Engine Troubles in Melbourne

Reported departure from Melbourne canceled as Duke's Avro aircraft failed to be ready for scheduled flight. Ground crew and officials, including the minister, cited a non conformance and defective timing causing the postponement.

Melbourne Dwka Cloucater Avro Omich Vanise Enpbie Mildure Tha

Weather Outlook for Southern Districts and Tablelanda

Forecast shows cool start in Mogecata southern areas with a shift to southeast winds by morning. Conditions become warm with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms in the north. Central districts expect hot to warm with light to moderate north to northwesterly winds and a south to southeast breeze in the south.

Tablelanda Jaber Northvn Nouth Auat Thy

Australian strike viewed as political assault on government

In a 1942 Australian debate the coal and iron industries faced stoppages seen not as ordinary industrial disputes but as political blows against governmental authority. The report cites the Communist Party ban and government undertakings, urging immediate action to uphold constitutional authority and protect jobs amid nationwide unrest.

Vatralia New South Wales Taduse ‘Trial Commission of Ironworkera Mua Beer Poanten Atrikve Australia Australian Labour Party Comouivia Comnmuniata Commonwealth Dr. Evatt Communist Party Bnlooe Mainaall Tor Gore Genoa

Welcome Home Plans Deferred in Canberra Meeting

Delegates from eight groups in Fanaction Canberra attended a meeting organized by Canberra Services Welfare Autocia Hon to plan a welcome home for servicemen. Reports back to Welfare Association expected fortnightly. Main issue: accommodation. Albert Hall eyed for a large event, but purpose unclear. Overall mood favors social rather than formal speeches.

Wallaré Canberra Canberra Services” Welfare Autocia Falt Ok Ney Albert Hall

Television as end to talkies in Australia’s cinema era

Sydney reporters note Mr A C Paddinton, president of the Commercial Broadcasters Association, told Parliament’s Broadcasting Committee that television could end talkies. He warned motion pictures might fade unless television expands or cinema changes.

Gen. Sonnet Bennett Australia Leatory Sydney Parliamentary Committee On

Alsanians Vote for New Assembly

London reports turnout exceeded half of registered voters in Alsania for the provincial assembly election held yesterday. The day passed in order with a small minority voting in Bewibeen Als hanta despite a boycott call. An Indian nationalist figure, Captain Newas Khan, is mentioned in connection with provincial affairs and a court martial context.

London Alhanta Constituent Assembly Bewibeen Alshanta Alltholse Cangraan Party Newas Khan Thalaa National Army Ulad

Bennett Report to Be In War Memorial

The hal report of the Bennett inquiry will find its way into the military at the Australian War Memorial. The story documents and associated items with unit or other war actions are laid out to nurture reference by researchers.

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Malayan People’s Army Disbands Amid Turbulent Week

Fragmentary report notes the Malayan People’s Army disbands after a week marked by undertakings against Japanese forces and ambushes on British and Australian troops. The underground movement appears to have dissolved following Communist overtures to British command.

Singatore Malaya Malayan People's Ube

Javelin Record Set by Russian Woman

At a Moscow meeting the Russian javelin thrower Sh Yalun achieved a world mark with a 228 yards throw earning 25,000 roubles. Revrukov added a 4 foot improvement and 2,500 roubles. Mer. G. Novak received 30,000 roubles for lifting 276 pounds, while AM Kosarey earned 1,900 roubles.

Moscow Sh Yalun Tureung Revrukov G. Novak

Automatic phone exchange for Parliament House in operation next February

Engineers report the automatic telephone exchange for Parliament House will be in operation by February next year, placed in the Renate Chamber basement. Tests have included heavy road loading and safety checks, with the new system using prefixes starting with FO9 for immediate communications.

Parliament House Pontal Ciminectea Augega

Television of U.S. Football Game Broadcast

A garbled report details a US football game broadcast over TV from New York. Mentions remote viewership and technical setup including telephone lines and a television signal link. References to cities, arms, and military terms appear inconsistently, with no clear event facts usable.

High Court Rules on Female Rates Case Influences Industry

The Commonwealth Government wins a key point against Australian Textiles Pty Ltd over a National Re ity amendment. The decision addresses whether female rates can impact industry viability, noting the scheme allows industry support to exceed a small portion of male rates.

Bydney Commonwealth Austealian Textiles Pty. Lad High Court Ronge Ah Howe

Australian travel disruption reported across seas and ports

Fragmented OCR text describes travel and shipping slowdowns between Australia and New Zealand with unclear references to fanpages and services. Mentions standstill conditions and earlier hours, but specifics are unreadable, leaving the core event as an ongoing disruption in maritime movement.

Sydney Mumilay Almerica Australia New Zealand United Ste Heer

Documents Vanish in Conspiracy Case Trial

Fragments describe missing documents amid a conspiracy trial. Prosecution work faces potential prejudice claims as referenced materials vanish. Officials note no material evidence is implied lost.

Exeter Battles Java Sea Clash and Damaged Ships

Officers of the Exeter recount the Battle of the Java Sea where Allied cruisers and destroyers fought multiple enemy ships. The Exeter was heavily damaged, two Allied destroyers and several enemy vessels were struck, and the Exeter finally sank after signaling abandonment while aiding survivors in a rain squall.

Abe Exeter

War Prisoners Depend on Red Cross Aid

London report notes thousands of prisoners of war owe their survival to Red Cross efforts led by Lord Mountbatten. Workers from Australia Britain India and other nations aided recovery and care while pressuring for humane treatment and relief amid the conflict.

UVES RED Cross London DY Moumunde

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