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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1945
Page
1
The text contrasts Russian forward policy in the Middle East with a more moderate approach toward the Far East. It notes diplomatic differences narrowing in the Far Swhare region while Russian interests align variably with those of the United States and local powers.
In Moscow on Sunday three ministers held a lengthy private meeting at the Kremlin. The talks extended beyond four hours and were described by Reuters as progressing with a freer, more frank exchange compared to formal sessions.
Teheran reports insurgents in Azerbaijan Province have taken Arveif and surrendered. Resineh’s fall expected soon as 34 more Tabriz garrison officers reach Teheran unmolested. General Darachshani is confined at the Teheran Officers Club after court martial. Harold Minor’s surrender report awaits Russian travel permission. British and American correspondents are held up. Intelligence notes armed civilians and Russian tanks in Mazanderan. anti government activity seen in Khurassan.
A Reuters report from Istanbul states ten thousand people are left homeless by earthquakes in Van throughout the month. The town is described as nearly a heap of rubble with two thousand houses collapsed, though casualties are not heavy.
Paris reports the Appeal Court in Algiers exonerates Fernand Bonneder de la Chapelle, a 24 year old supporter of General de Gaulle, who was executed for Colonel Darlan's murder on Christmas Day 1942. Discovery after liberation showed Darlan acted in France's interests.
Washington reports that under final review by Chief of Staff General Marshall the United States has halted 125 assisting the movement of Chinese Nationalist troops from south to north. Concurrent dispatches claim the Seventh Fleet transported Central Government troops from Haiphong to Hulutao as part of broader battlefield help.
Soviet shipping interests announce a rebuilding program to start a trade and passenger service with Australia America and Africa. The initiative aims to compete with Britain and the United States in postwar shipping, with a substantial shipbuilding program underway.
Author Ernest Hemingway, famed writer of For Whom the Bell Tolls, has been granted a divorce from Martha Gellhorn, a former newspaper correspondent, on grounds of abandonment. The split is finalized in New York on a Saturday.
An Associated Press report from Vatican City says a shortage of red silk has delayed the Pope’s plan to create new Cardinals. A Consistory may be held next spring. each Cardinal would pay between £6,250 and £7,500 for the wardrobe including red robes and related attire.
In New Delhi on Sunday the first trial of Indian National Army officers proceeded with prosecutors urging mercy only if convicted. The three defendants, while deemed misguided, were noted for patriotic motives. Judge advocate to sum up on December 2.
In Sydney a statement by Commissioner Mighell and Local Government Minister Cahill warns that abolition of rationing may hinge on public adherence to restrictions. Output from coal is 200,000 tons over four days, yet shortages ripple into other industries. 1,500 builders are to be dismissed due to material shortages, with Premier McKell to consider reemployment on war emergency removals and air raid shelters.
Ottawa reports British Treasury officials are expected to begin talks in January on a Canadian loan of possibly 1500 million dollars. The New York Times notes interest likely not to exceed 2 percent.
The United Nations Preparatory Commission backed an eastern United States site for the UN headquarters by 25 to five with no abstentions after two hours of debate. Delegates noted prior decisions favored the most suitable site in any U S region and suggested deferring to the Interim Committee to evaluate data from over 50 American locales.
The Allied Council seeks the removal of all German officials and agents deemed undesirable. Countries identified for repatriation include Afghanistan, Eire, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and Vatican City.
New Zealand Prime Minister Peter Fraser and Miss Jean McKenzie arrived in Washington en route to London. They were joined by H MacIntosh Secretary for External Affairs and Miss McKenzie’s official secretary at Canberra for the Office of the High Commissioner for New Zealand.
Budapest reports wholesale famine this winter with mortality over births by more than fifty percent. By mid January Budapest could be flourless, with seven days of flour available and no fats meat or sugar.
In Essen, two Germans received death sentences for inciting a mob to violence against three British airmen who baled out after a bombing raid. The mob stoned and beat the prisoners and threw them from a 60 foot height. Two gunmen remaining alive after the fall were killed by shots from a bridge. Three others were given life or fixed terms. one group was acquitted.
A violent cyclone hit southern Portugal causing widespread destruction in the Olhao district with hundreds of houses and many factories damaged. Three people were killed as earthquakes followed the cyclone.
In Tokyo on Sunday the Crown Prince Akihito marked his first birthday. He was toasted by Their Majesties and his siblings in a royal celebration.
The Jerusalem correspondent reports Britain’s stance on Jewish immigration to Palestine faces Arab opposition. After Bevin’s policy remarks, about 5,000 likely entered monthly were halted as the Palestine government lacks authority to issue more certificates. Awaiting a British decision, temporary immigration may stop or continue against Arab wishes. The issue impacts the Middle East and could ignite regional tensions.
In Colon a small armed group seized a police station while supporters of former President Arnulfo Arias attempted a rising in Panama. At least seven people were killed and seven injured as guards fired on arrival reinforcements. Arias, exiled leader, denies responsibility and was later arrested. The government accuses his followers of staging the attack to regain power.
General Patton died from injuries after a car crash and will be buried in the American soldiers' cemetery at Hamm in Luxemburg. Mrs. Patton and military authorities chose Hamm to stay with Third Army members buried there after the Luxemburg drive. Funeral services will be in Heidelberg before the body goes to Hamm, with a guard of honor from three Third Army divisions.
Britain and the United States formally recognize the new Yugoslav government after its December 8 note announcing a federative people’s state, the abolition of the Karađorđević dynasty, and King Peter’s loss of rights. The U.S. names Richard Patterson ambassador to Belgrade. Washington criticizes elections as not fully free and notes no endorsement of Marshal Tito’s policies.
An escort of naval launches fights drifting mines off Kent with Dover towns shaking from blasts. A large mine ashore near Walmer Castle blocks the coast, while coastguards patrol and sweepers try to secure it before high water. A naval officer is killed dealing with a floating mine at Bognor Regis.
The United States endured a massive travel disruption as servicemen and civilians crowded trains, buses, and planes. Chicago rail officials reported 15,000 long distance travelers stranded, while San Francisco authorities could not move 168,000 Pacific troops home for Christmas. A Boeing transport reportedly carried 100 soldiers from the Pacific out of Chicago.
Extremists confronted a Red Cross hospital in Kramat Batavia on Saturday wounding six Indonesian servants and a Dutch officer. British tanks were deployed to restore order while RAF trucks were struck. A RAF pilot died after injuries from yesterday’s driving incident in Central Batavia amid ongoing clashes and displacement of Indonesians from native huts.
William Joyce known as Lord Haw Haw is set for execution at Wandsworth Prison on January 3 after the House of Lords dismissed his appeal against the treason sentence. His wife, confined in Holloway Prison, has visited him recently as the case concluded.
France plans a modernised force of about 500000 soldiers and 66000 sailors with a coordinated air, land, and naval command under General de Gaulle presiding. Recruits aged 19 will serve two six month periods with two months home leave. open-air camps replace barracks. 25000 officers on active list. Promotion by seniority and caste system to be banned.
Ambassador Nor Boat Armour reports General Franco keeps an army of 000,000 to 700,000 and that one third of Spain’s budget is earmarked for armed forces and police. He says the regime is not moving rapidly toward democracy to satisfy the United States. Armour plans retirement but the State Department says Madrid will not fill the vacancy immediately.
President Truman ordered the ratification of normal immigration quotas allowing European refugees to be admitted permanently at about 38 000 per year. He framed it as an opportunity for America to set an example in alleviating human misery and expressed hope that most immigrants would be orphaned children.
A Tokyo AP report claimed a petition urged General Yamashita’s death sentence be commuted and warned perhaps an assassination of General MacArthur. U S authorities denied engaging with the threat and rejected the story as false.
In an unprecedented move the Emperor met Japanese pressmen yesterday. He asked if they had enough to eat, but they were not allowed to ask questions or record the meeting. The brief audience marked a rare interaction between the throne and the press.
The Army revealed wartime development of electronics has produced a weather director capable of detecting storms 2,000 miles away and plotting their course within two degrees, signaling a major advance in meteorological and military forecasting during the war period.
In Belgrade on Sunday, Chetniks were sentenced following the first trial of figures linked to General Mikailovich Joventa. The proceedings focused on couriers and orders tied to the broader Chetnik organization.
Athens report quotes Lt General Sir F Scobie stating imperial troops will not be involved in Greek elections. The British Army will assist only to support Greek authorities in law and order if needed, with some officers acting as Allied observers as internal security improves toward free elections.
General Beightier of the 37th Division recalls comedian Joe E Brown aiding in a June 1045 assault on a Northern Luzon town. Brown reportedly volunteered to help capture the town and led troops as Japanese defenses collapsed within 75 to 100 yards. Beightier called Brown the most courageous American entertainer.
Lamoureaux, a former U S sergeant, attempted a five mile swim to reach his English wife and newborn in Plymouth. Dressed and wet, he clambered onto rocks near the lighthouse but could not secure a visa to stay. Immigration officials sent him to a returning liner after nine hours of protest.
States Army has drawn a velvecy over the appointment of 15 Brisbane girls to patrol posts in Manila and perhaps Tokyo. The girls, all on high confidential work for the Americans for some time, are expectt.
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