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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 12, 1946

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Atomic bomb pile secrecy sparks UK city disturbances

A chaotic scene erupted as unknown crowds clashed with police and soldiers after rumors of an atomic device surfaced. Vehicles were overturned and set ablaze, with British troops and Italian forces deployed as patrols worked to quell the unrest.

Ager Colliaiona Ussir Itallas Newa Agency Brien Troope Fred Automatic Civiliaan Cinabes Ran Dows Aleo Amtier Tom Brill

US Senator Connally rejects Soviet nuclear bomb disclosure deal

In New York the General Assembly heard Senator Connally insist the United States will not reveal its atomic bomb stockpile in exchange for a census of Soviet home forces. He accused Russia of procrastination while Molotov backed an international inspection system with UN checks in exchange for full export by January. Britain’s move to disclose armaments info was debated as the Assembly referred the proposal to the Political and Security Committee.

New York General Assembly Connally United States Russia Britain America Molotov United Nations Maki Rossie Hr United Nation Jan Myron Natlony Bir Hartley United Conpaily Selmia

Fines Remitted on Washington Strike Action

A garbled historic note reports fines remitted related to strikes in Washington. The text mentions the Locomotive Union, state committees, and officials including a chairman, with actions following government discussion and member responses.

Perth Weamentay Vera’ Union Aa Anes YY Tee Akar Cooke Eld Weinsmittée

French Liner Salvage Planned After Mudbound Accident

The 80,000 ton liner Europe lies in the mud at Le Havre and will be towed to Southampton for repairs. An expert believes it possible to free the hull and tow the vessel to a repair yard for permanent work, with the ship awaiting salvage efforts.

London Europe le Mavre Touthampton Fritian

Britain demands full apology from Albania over Corfu Channel incident

London reports Britain seeks full apology and reparations after the Corfu Channel incident. Officials cite damage to British ships and claim mines from German sources indicate deliberate harassment.

Britain Albania

Australian war bride seeks divorce after two month marriage

Log Angeles court records show a war bride named Auutralian seeking dissolution of her two month marriage to David Fryah. She claims failure due to interference by her mother in law and husband. She requested temporary support while awaiting final decree.

Log Angeles Aryah David Fryah Becaume Saiegat Fiyaney Amertea Thal Ake Ag Tne Superior Court Waston Tea Moey Edo

Relief program plan outlines urban renewal aims

The document from the director discusses maintenance and improvement efforts amid economic strain and public health challenges. It notes projected stabilization through urban renewal activities and calls for coordinated action across agencies.

Russia Plays Double Role at U.N.O Talks

New York Times correspondent Ruslan Reston notes a gap between Russia’s public stance at the UN Security Council and what is reportedly said privately. He cites Moscow acting as a leading trustee in areas including Palestine, Italy, and parts of Europe, affecting postwar decisions.

New York Wednemdlay Russia Security Council Ruslan Reston New Yorks Times Spakramnen Nireemants France Belgium Australia New Zealand Mr. Byrnes Molotov Hit Palestine Salonica

Britain will not pay exorbitant prices for food

London reports that Britain will avoid high prices for food by increasing imports from Australia and Dominion suppliers while limiting new contracts with Denmark. Sir John Strachey notes domestic shortages and shipping space as constraints, with preference for Australian surplus if space allows.

Britain Strachey Ausvale Denmark Beitwin Austraile Dominions Australia Btrachey Imgle Conteal

Commission to Control Fort of Trieste

Commission to Control Fort of Trieste in New York aims to organize a central service. The body will oversee the use of the port and routes through Trieste, with a broad mandate over local affairs and related strategic plans.

Trieste New York Wronvailay. Ce Foreign Winnuers Comret Pteau Tae Cominiason Bibarre Samitven Athe Aweepinae Wowfranait Af Kode Tooee Lines

Nehru ejects member from Indian Assembly headline

Interim Government Vice-President caused a sensation at the Constituent Assembly when he ejected a speaker amid an uproar. The incident involved a representative from the United Provinces and a heated accusation of impropriety. Two persons were reportedly involved.

NEHRU Indian Assembly Sign Ae United Provinces

Alouite God to Die for High Treason Inquiry

Washington reports a costly missile research program tied to atomic bomb development with an estimated expense around 2000 million dollars. The wording suggests a high treason context and mentions an alouite god referenced in relation to the project.

Alouite Washington Fetearen

India Attacks White Australia Policy In New Guinea Talk

Indian delegates assailed the White Australia policy as the trusteeship agreement for New Guinea was considered. Kristina Menon urged safeguards for indigenous inhabitants. a long amendment warned Australia’s discriminatory law could extend to New Guinea. The Indian amendment failed 16 to 11 with 12 abstentions.

New York Wedniday Trastesshi Council New Guinea Commonwealth Kristina Ménon Austraiie T Australia Bulley Austalia Frama

Chinese Reds Tighten Border to Foreigners

In Nanking on a Wednesday a Communist statement claims tighter frontier controls. The report notes measures affecting travel and residency for foreign nationals amid rising tensions with the United States and other countries.

Nanking Sgokaama Pingunn Fentery Mancauria el Sace Renteras Wtatront Unites States Conmutarate Lavmatin

Resistance activity in Poland leads to mass sentences

The Polish Military Court sentenced ten members of an underground group to up to ten years for attempting to overthrow the provisional regime. One member’s wife received a 198 year term. Reports also detail underground raids, including an attack on Krashyslaw as many houses were destroyed and thirty-six people wounded.

Warsaw Wounewuny Pollan Sream Activi Tan Krashyslaw

No Unity in French Political Parties Discussed

Fragmentary notes describe talks among four groups about forming unity and broader cooperation. The text mentions government, national policy and delays. no concrete agreement appears as yet.

Christmas Lasing of Control for Gorman Pows

In the House of Commons it was revealed that well behaved prisoners in Britain will be allowed to visit private houses within two miles of the trap over Christmas. The Prime Minister stated the prisoners will be permitted to accept invitations and receive extra Christmas rations, subject to strict policing and penalties for violations.

London Westnesday House of Commons Britain Tve Miles Attia

Reported Azerbaijan Rebels Offer to Lay Down Arms

The Daily Telegraph describes unrest in the region with Azerbaijan forces possibly offering to lay down arms as Persian troops move into disputed areas. Moscow reports claim martial law in Northern regions and U.S. stance of noninvolvement while Russia warns against escalation.

Azerbaijan Yorce Peraiz Rassala Persia Spain Daily Telegraph Russia Ruma USS Batetar Achewon Ud & Rma United States Unites Wales Moscow Radio Fmm Inattaneh Indore Teeran Tadic America

Old Mentality Could Spur 1930s Style Recession Warns Copland

Professor Copland of Australis cautions that the mindset of 1929 to 1932 could trigger a mild to major recession in the U.S. if conditions worsen. He notes strong capital demand and construction, but fears rising costs and material bottlenecks. Government response and taxation also affect the outlook, with policies stronger than in many countries.

New York United States Copland Australis Elsc Coptwr

Security Council to Investigate Greek Involvement

The Security Council plans inquiries into Greece and Yugoslavia with invitations extended to both nations. Armenia and Bulgaria are allowed to submit statements but barred from participation in discussions as the council acts in the interest of the disputa.

Security Council New York Greck Yugoslavia Arania Bulgaria Daputa

Indian Ranee Requeaths Estate Amid Balkans Plot

A damaged 19th century style clipping reports the Ranee of Taradevi seeking estate settlement after alleged involvement in a Bulgarian plot. It notes a delayed inquiry, charges against colonial officials, and a party at Government House planned for Monday. The piece references servicemen, widows, and efforts to disrupt relief for battle veterans.

New Delai Ranee Taradevi Kapuretha Triota Bret morDeneral Sovernment House Jernoon Bulgaria

Skilled forgers at large linked to Hitler regime

More than 400 skilled forgers once recruited by Hitler before the war forged English currency. Large numbers of counterfeit notes detected only by parts remain in circulation on the continent and some have reached Britain. The forgery network reportedly persisted after Hitler gained power, raising fears it could be used against the Allies.

London Hitler Amerta

Vitamin M1 Discovery Reported by Arkansas Medical School

New York Wednesday reports a vitamin named M1 joining the search for medical breakthroughs since the war. Researchers at Lite Rock University medical school in Arkansas announce M1 as a folic acid derivative useful in treating pernicious anemia and certain diarrhoeas.

New York Wednnaday Lite Rock University Medical School Arkansas

Arabs Inch Raid By Jews At Coomearanie

A garbled report describes an Arab raid thwarted by Jewish forces at Coomearanie. It mentions casualties and a British destroyer Chavnm recovering ship wreckage and ferrying wounded sailors from Syria to safety.

Coomearanie Radeon Ares Critizd and Tireek Syrins Chavnm

Unparalleled Opportunity for Christianity in Japan

Fragmented OCR text cites General MacArthur and a letter to the President amid a Southern Baptist convention claim of opportunity for Christianity in Japan. The readable portion mentions Japan and religious outreach with unclear attribution and date.

Japan Atlanta MacArthur The Southern Baptist Comention

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