02 Feb 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 02, 1946
Page
1
The Persian Premier plans to send a mission to Moscow to negotiate the Russian Iranian dispute, confirming negotiations are under way. The move follows a UN Security Council decision and aims to settle tensions through diplomacy.
_summary: Lady Astor urges women to manage world affairs and end wars. She voices belief that women could lead humanity to peace, criticizing male approaches and calling for broader female leadership roles in global governance. The statement appears amid wartime reporting with reference to European developments and political shifts.
Repatriation of Japanese prisoners and internees from Australia to Japan begins immediately. General MacArthur will oversee shipping, enabling up to 22 500 internees per voyage. About 6 000 prisoners from the Australian mainland and 10 600 from Muschu Island join others from the Solomon Islands in the orderly return. The Australian government expects broader repatriations with MacArthur’s aid expediting the process.
London reports the Yugoslav Constituent Assembly yesterday adopted by acclamation a new republic constitution. Members parsed the draft constitution amid rapid action as the Assembly moves toward formal republican status.
Sydney dispatch reports Australia will contribute 109000 tons of food worth about £80 million to feed starving countries. The Wheat allocation is cut from 30 million to 25 million tons as Britain seeks shipments to Europe. The Commerce Minister urged Australian growers to lift output to meet daily needs, hoping relief arrives by June when European crops are disrupted.
General MacArthur signals welcome to a British Commonwealth contingent joining the Japan occupation. The State Department advised timing and arrival details, noting the move would not broaden Allied bases but could ease American strength strains and offer a positive signal to those affected by postwar arrangements.
Mr Forde chiefly discusses post tour health and food complaints from troops. He reports on issues including monotony of rations and spoiled meals, and mentions investigations into complaints about local depots and mobilization delays. He plans Cabinet briefing outlining several related matters.
Melbourne dispatch reports Portuguese ships with an A F on board departing Darwin for Sydney. Approximately 400 Australian troops are aboard. Permission to use the ships was granted by the Army Movement Section and the Navy from Lisbon.
In a gale the American freighter Victory ship Lavray Victory ran aground on the Goodwin Sands after leaving Walmer mainlight and Dover. The tug and lifeboat crews battled the sea as the La Mate Park broke adrift with steering gear out of action.
A fragmented report describes a Friday protest in Simrubalem over a migration plan. The text mentions groups, authorities, and tensions but lacks clear details on participants, actions, or outcomes.
A fragmented report notes Will, Brule, and others opposing a loan while politicians in Britain and Australia weigh fiscal impact. Parnell Thomas Sculpins informs the House that international requests for towns funding may come from multiple nations. Lady Astor urges restraint, praising Britain and America for their resolve and faith in prayer.
Report from London on Friday says Canadian engineers completed demolition of the German base at Wilhelmhaven by explosion. Frankfurt die claims it caused the biggest blow since earlier destruction, though wording is unclear and source text is fragmentary.
London Friday reports U.S. authorities refuse to delay denazification of German railways. The move will dismiss about 4,300 key workers by midnight, with the military government warning of weeks of rationing and transport breakdown. Expert George Bauer, who oversaw the railway in the American zone, is among those dismissed.
Defective report notes that the rugby team faces travel issues as transport choices were declined. It mentions a 28-member party and a tour involving Australia and New Zealand. Dynovait reportedly indicated travel by ship, with Angielt wives accompanying the group to Australia.
The article outlines a proposed plebiscite to decide if South Tyrol should return to Italy or remain Austrian. It promises guaranteed rights under Austrian law, freedom to relocate to Italy with compensation for property, and joint Austrian Italian administration for Italian state enterprises. It notes demilitarization and Austria compensating Italy, with potential unappealing aspects for Italy.
A report from Friday describes an explosion aboard the submarine depot ship Jilee Vern near Port Said harbour. Seven people were injured as flames forced orders to seal the harbor while the vessel, loaded with ammunition, was set to depart.
Sydney reports a record uranium find in Queensland near St Anthorpe, described as the world’s largest deposit and high grade. Secretary Dougherty of the AWU said tests at the BHP lab showed dust upon explosion under 1000 volts, indicating rich ore. the discovery could secure Australia a power future and prime global energy access. The Australian Academy in London plans to press for development.
Wireless coloured pictures from Rogland to Australia showcased by Beem wireless, a joint development of Amalgamsted Wirelens Ltd and Cable and Wireless Ltd London. The display featured fashion by Gealgneee and coverage of the Malayan campaign, with a proposed cable to Mr Churchill by the RBs. The State Council called for a federal inquiry into Churchill speech handling and media propriety amid criticism from J Hooke and the Trades and Labour Council Services Department.
Among 90 officers and other ranks to staff the Australian hospital with General Northcott's force in Japan is Lieut. Joan Gordon Bennett, only daughter of Lieut. General Bennett, former commander of the Eighth Division, acting Major Flory McNab of Naremburn.
Lord Fowick Mountbatten announced that future penalties may include death for carrying arms without a permit, with rigorous imprisonment and heavy fines as alternatives. A case of rotten wind in Ainampare in the Grat talf of January showed 30 more incidents than in the three years before the war.
Fragmentary notes describe an uncertain dispute involving Eire citizens and British selection. Names and places are unclear, with references to Armvering Frame de Valor Pfeitiann and a treasury context. No coherent event or outcome is established.
In Vatican City on a Friday report the Pope’s official spokesman denies any advance knowledge of Hitler’s July plot against his life. The statement asserts no prior information on military or political moves that might signal overthrow and clarifies the Vatican had no warning of the danger to Hitler or plans tied to the abortive coup.
A fragmentary report honors a pioneering aviatrix who died in a 4 air crash incident. The text mentions a former military flyer, a passenger casualty, and outlines several altitude and long distance record attempts from Paris to Tokyo and other routes.
The hospital ship Manunida arrived today with wounded and sick aboard. Reports note 82 cases and 40 walking wounded, with personnel from NRW Queensland South Australia Western Australia and Teamanis. Rations increased to four pottinn per man. An Australian at Labuan traded for four bottles of beer.
A war crimes summary from Nuremberg cites German brutality against French civilians, detailing mass killings, torture, and executions of prisoners of war. The testimony covers alleged massacres, medical experiments, and the harsh penalties imposed on officers and soldiers by allied tribunals.
London Friday BOAC plans to start air service to Europe on Monday marking the first flight schedule since 1940. Three planes will depart daily to Paris Brussels and Amsterdam with one aircraft each day serving the European routes.
Chungking Friday reports concede changes after government and Communist talks. A 2 060 member assembly will include 900 prewar members with 60 percent Kuomintang, 450 elected (150 to Manchuria and Formosa), 709 by nomination among Kuomintang 220 Communist 190 Democrats 120 Youth 100 nonpartisan 70. Assembly to meet May 1 to adopt a new constitution. coalition factions may block changes. Government to follow African model with Executive Yun as Cabinet, Control Yuan as Senate, Legislative Yuan as House, Examination Yuan as civil service, Judicial Yuan as Supreme Court. elections planned early next winter for literal constitutional governance.
Field Marshal Montgomery will head the General Staff and succeed Alan Brooke as Chief of the General Staff on June 20 by the government’s request. The change marks the end of Brooke’s long service through World War II and Monty’s rise to the top British military post.
A lorry plunged over an embankment near Katoomba on Friday. Three aboard were hospitalized with injuries including fractures pelvis head injuries and shock. Names provided include R. Piper 21 of Auburn with arm fracture D.W. ACL of Cainjorwy injuries to pelvis and A.C. McRae of Farle with head injuries.
President Truman indicated that the secret Yalta accord details occupying Kupite Laianda might be made public in time if questions from London and others arise. He said he could not say now whether further similar secrets exist, but suggested Allies understand a method to disclose them when appropriate.
The Minister for Commerce announced the open general licence scheme, previously granted to the United Kingdom, has been extended to Australia for certain goods including meat, electrical goods, whisky, drugs, medicines and many fabrics. This move widens Australian access to Indian wares and products under the same flexible arrangement.
February reports from Melbourne note Australian forces in Japan, with General Northcott and Brigadier Anderson leading units to establish contact between Kure and Austral by February 1 as operations advance in Honshu.
Fragmentary OCR reports Killer Caldwell, nicknamed Killer Caldwell, demoted after a court martial. Rumor claims Governor General revoked the sentence. sources mention group captain and flight lieutenant roles and a trial finding him guilty. Details are unclear and uncertain due to damaged text.
A disrupted report describes an incident involving an unplanned aircraft landing tied to court judges. Details are unclear, but the event is presented as a forced landing with references to legal authorities and safety checks.
A damaged report from today details recommendations to establish air lanes over the city and other built up areas. Beaux Hospital reports patients settling. two funeral services planned for two killed in the incident. RAAF and civil authorities urge safer public airspace. aviation restrictions to 1500 feet in populated zones.
In Brisbane on Friday South Australia collapsed for 169 then, at stumps, were 122 for 3 behind one wicket stand by Tallon and Bouton. An error strewn report notes a tall sequence of wickets and a shaky batting display ending with three down.
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