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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1945
Page
1
Fragmented report from an era of hostility notes that Chinese and Communist leaders discuss limiting the war and planning a conference. Mentions Chow and General May and possible talks in Chungking between central government and rebel factions.
The War Cabinet reversed earlier stance, planning to bring the ALF home from the Middle East. Australian leaders urged US and UK cooperation, arguing defense of borders required Allied aid and caution against a German Japanese axis. Beasley praised allied support and facilities aiding ALF repatriation.
A report from Taghondon describes a Friday discussion on atomic energy transforming shipbuilding. The article notes the potential to replace steam and traditional power with a compact, powerful system. Experts say the shift could redefine naval design but caution it will take years to implement.
A Turkic government charges two newspaper proprietors and two editors with publishing articles opposing national leaders. One editor faces a prison term after accusations of defaming members of the National Assembly, ministers, and high officials.
A misread Melbourne note reports the Return of A W A S from New Guinea to Melbourne. The piece references service, homecoming, and expected timing though the text is garbled and difficult to interpret clearly.
A garbled dispatch reports that Russia would not participate in postwar Japan occupation. Mentions MacArthur and U.S. State Department. notes questions about allied roles and territorial aims. Includes fragmented quotes and unclear sequence of events from wartime discussions.
London reports that twenty covert operatives in New Guinea allegedly suffered total blindness after exposure to a cherry variety nicknamed Wake Auger. Scientist C. Torvall claims a unique toxin in the fruit caused rapid eye damage, with authorities destroying many trees to prevent further cases. Further details remain uncertain.
Court schedule shows Yamashita's appeal set for hearing. Report notes a possible challenge to regularity and jury selection. Details remain unclear due to OCR errors but relate to a wartime case and Supreme Court involvement.
London reports that no British ultimatum has been delivered in connection with claims by the U S State Department. The Press Association notes that US Secretary of State Dean Acheson may not have seen the reports of an interview alleging an ultimatum and a proposed pact with Siam.
The United States agreed to provide terminal rights for a trans Pacific airway to Australia and New Zealand. The Australian Government seeks to advance a trans Pacific service with anxious interest, while Commonwealth officials consider granting remaining access to Australia.
The report concerns Walter Purdy charged under the Army Act with treason and spying for Germany. Evidence includes letters from England, alleged contact with German agents, and testimony from a German woman stating she lived with Purdy since November 1941, claiming he worked as a British agent. The case references air ministry and War Office materials and a March 1944 claim of Purdy becoming dangerous.
Commander KuchiaR Finn sae us early 19 details of Allied prisoner boating and the order to place offenders in custody. The report notes humane treatment and confinement at a yard house as the case proceeds.
Morotas Huntey was found guilty of the murder of two unarmed airmen in Northern Celerea. The court sentenced him to life imprisonment with hard labor. The record notes guards and prisoners, but the verdict stands as the official outcome of the case.
A Hungarian crowd attacked and tried to lynch former Ministers Endre and Bady as they were escorted to court for war crimes. They sought refuge in a theatre where both were beaten before police arrived. A passer-by who protested was also beaten. The men face charges over the deportation of 700,000 Hungarian Jews.
British Deputy Provost Marshal in Berlin, Lt Col N T Irvine, was placed under close arrest in his private quarters. Charges remain undisclosed. A raid at the Tiergarten blockmarket led to arrests, with Alcora and the Eigen Army linked to arm regulation violations. Irvine, a noted officer, served with distinction in the African desert campaign.
In Washington on a Pearl Harbor inquiry, Admiral Richard Kelly Turner testified that if Admiral Kimmel had followed orders given on November 27, 1941 the fleet would have been dispersed rather than concentrated at Pensacola Harbour on December 7, 1941. Turner outlined the plan to extend reconnaissance, move ships north for surveillance, and deploy aircraft to Midway Wake Island and other sectors.
Wartime reports describe Heinrich Himmler and other Nazi leaders forming the Gestapo in 1934 to suppress opponents across Germany and occupied territories. The force carried out mass murders, terrorized civilians, and operated in occupied countries, prompting Allied and domestic backlash. Doctors later noted Ernst Kaltenbrunner's condition after a cranial hemorrhage and his fragile recovery prospects.
Sydney report says Mr Ward declined the offer to become Australian Minister to Moscow. He disputed claims the Government would legislate a 40 hour week under external powers, saying the 40 hour proposal was incorrect and not his view of policy.
A ballast and parapet failure on an express train crossing a cut caused bricks to be dislodged from an overhead structure. The bricks struck a carriage and a worker, killing one man and injuring several others as the train slowed to a stop near the river between Goulburn and Albury. The 80 mph express was delayed about 20 minutes.
Exiled abroad reports claim Jews in the British occupied zone faced different mistreatment. The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Mr Mynd defended that Jews remained in the British zone and received rationing on par with Germans, with displaced people given priority over locals amid camp destruction and relief work by the British Red Cross.
Four Lascar seamen who disappeared from India House returned to their lodgings at dawn. They allege they were kidnapped and taken to Leeda Rouse, North By hay, kept briefly before the ship Carmen departed. Police question whether they were forced to stay at Leedo House until after the Carmen’s departure.
A garbled OCR fragment references General Patin and a relief or relay event. It mentions a night event, a bronchial or respiratory note, and an announement about continuing unemployment or a turn for the worse. Specific names, dates, places, or clear actions are unreadable.
The planned visit to Mildura by the vice regal party was cancelled due to heat and school holidays. Officials now hope to reschedule for March or early April when weather is milder and field work like picking and processing can proceed.
Fragmented dispatches describe Allied dealings with Stalin amid postwar power shifts. Reports cite reception for Mevin and Byrnes in Moscow, border talks with Azerbaijan, and proposals to restructure government. Amid protests in Germany and press disputes, efforts to negotiate with Turkey and assess autonomous statal federation activities are noted.
A fragmented report notes Australia neglects film production opportunities. It cites tourism-friendly scenery and natural beauty as strong assets yet laments missed chances in attracting investment and high budget projects.
President Truman called for a government inquiry into employer wage practices amid ongoing labor disputes. He argued federal power to subpoena is key, noting potential price and wage pressures as industries face increases. Detentions of Jews at Latrum camp in Jerusalem reported, with transfers to Eritrea planned for over 200 detainees.
Australian leaders released 1944 empire defence principles at a Commonwealth and War Cabinet review. The plan emphasizes self-sufficiency for the empire, uniform development of forces, and naval bases. It calls for resource sharing, coordinated munitions, foodstuffs, and shipbuilding tied to empire-wide standardisation, with increased training and officer exchange.
Liner lanes in London report on preparations for passenger travel and machinery provisions. Diphtheria concerns rise with a hospital admission and typhus case. A Pacific plane crash prompts safety inquiries after a fuel issue and emergency landing details.
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