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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 06, 1947

Page

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Arab Delegates Reject Partition at Palestine Conference

London dispatch reports Arab delegates at the Palestine conference in London rejected any partition plan and the gathering adjourned indefinitely. Bevin and British officials avoided committing to a partition, while clashes and evacuations accompanied the turmoil. Reports of casualties and paralysis in the region followed, with emergency committees and mass fear influencing the proceedings.

London Jawah Nestor Weer Bevin Aarty Tnuainnedien Mimsomaries Thectare Hain Antey My. Creech Ailiogat Tirish Taladtine Sore Civiliana Civiliene Wal Make Aritian United Prese Jerisalam Taumi Ion Ewe Fee Martain Teh Halifanes

Chicago paper attacks judges on Japan trials

The Tribune criticizes judges handling Japanese trials in wartime Japan, arguing the proceedings lack fairness and resemble a conspiracy similar to Nuremberg, while noting the overall wartime legal standards have degraded.

Chicago Wm. Webb Nimim Japan Nuremberg

New Zealand presses Austria pay war penalties and redraw borders

New Zealand delegates insist Austria cover full penalties for its role in the sulf war and push for a revised postwar settlement. They urge avoiding German domination by maintaining Austrian independence, reevaluating borders, and considering a federal structure for Europe security after the peace. The draft notes propose Austria’s cautious alignment with Germany while safeguarding regional autonomy and future stability.

Austria Europe Boundarira New Zealand Democratic Federation Weald Nnet Vol’ Autre Gremlin Pruminent Aga New Zealand Germany UNG

Stalin Declines French Military Decoration

Berlin on Wednesday refused the Mreu Me Militaire decoration awarded by France last month. Stalin accepted a letter thanking France but said it had long been against the tradition for a foreign government or any minister to present such honors since Lenin's era.

Parie Berlin France Ince Lenin

Turmoil During Lahore Procession Sparks Arrests

During a Lahore procession honoring Mohammed’s birthday police arrested 120 people after clashes between rival Muslim groups over administrative traditions. Six persons were injured as tensions rose in the street.

Lahore Nawabmeds Rashid Freding Lucknow Mosien Rouse Mohammed ‘le Platery Strong

Compromise move on world disarmament in 1945 talks

The report describes a tentative compromise at international arms talks led by Mr Aint and Mr Austin. It notes disagreement betweenRuneia and the Tuted Rates over disarmament timelines and consent to any plan. An immediate disarmament motion is proposed with priority to ensure security.

Runeia Aint Tima Tati Covtermant Fuaria Aomle Shoal Sonar Separ Alamic Energy Stree Para Ei Nam Prema Emery Austin Truman Rg Tate General Marshall Callan Abe Sarat

Chiang Kai-shek Tours War Fronts In China Civil War

Chiang Kai-shek conducted another inspection trip by Nanking, observing frontline activity as hostilities accelerated after General Marshall's departure. Command reports describe forays across broad areas within seven to eight miles of Peiping and actions against coal and fuel sites.

Chiang Kai-thek Nanking Chiang Marshall Chine

Polish Amnesty for Political Prisoners Assured

President Balrut told Parliament that an amnesty for political prisoners would soon be instituted and urged national unity for reconstruction. British diplomats were absent from the Sparing of Parliament on Foreign Office instructions.

Balrut Bairut Foreign Office

Frivolous War Crime Charges Debated by Foreign Ministers

Deputies at a Foreign Ministers meeting condemned frivolous charges of war crimes amid debate on the Austrian treaty clause. They discussed alleged cases with 12 named individuals and questioned the evidence. A Control Council telegram was sought to address the issue in its next report.

London Aed Hood Britain Aires Care Control Council Mark Clark

Two British Men Missing After Skirmish Near Morgen Line

In Trieste on Wednesday an unnamed British officer and another man disappear after a skirmish on the Morgen line between Fagaala and Bria. Patrols exchanged fire but men are feared dead or captured.

Trieste Morgen Bria Iniah

Trade policy clash over new international plan debated

In the debate on revised reciprocal trade agreements the administration backs a broad plan tied to an international trade organization proposed at Geneva in April. Opponents warn it would dilute U.S. influence and threaten jobs as trade negotiators push a binding framework despite House resistance and partisan lines.

Scomomie Palley Sheriot Anya Renape Omilly Swithara Bios Beeding Geneve Te ‘United Siee Sep Cn Trade Agree

Imleation by Rubata Decrees Extend Defense Groups

London Watneeday Mosc Radin announced three new defmubili iation decrees including the AFMY air force and navy GEr groUps.

London Watneeday Mosc Radin AFMY Air Force Navy

Slavs Attack on Mission to Chetnik Squads

Fragmented account reports a confrontation involving Slavs, a mission to Chetnik squads, and an office incident on January 29. Details are unclear, with names garbled and events partially readable about arrests, tensions, and a security response.

Coal Looters Foiled by German Police in Hamburg

German police halted coal looters and routed actions near Hamburg as authorities reported arrests and disrupted gangs. The scene involved railway disruption and a stand by workers and families as tensions rose over rationing and wartime controls.

Alsalian Goge Siaparee Mambarg Duleberg Auane Towne An Auda Hamburg

U S A Proposes Lower Cost Atom Bomb Production Threshold

U S officials discuss wartime and postwar atomic energy costs. Dr J H, a leading atomic scientist at Oak Ridge, says nations could build bombs for under 600 million dollars with modern methods. He notes the United States spent 2 thousand dollars during wartime and outlines ongoing plutonium work and plant costs.

Washington United States J. H Oak Ridge Federation of ‘American Scientists United Falah Loak Ridge Aiamon Seth Pit Uae Cecil Fiat Tdi Caala Ehere

Royal Party Enters Warm Sunshine Scene

A fragmentary report mentions a royal party entering sunny conditions while details remain unclear. The text references the Ring and street activity, but specific names, places, or events are not readable.

Australia seeks concrete gains from ITO tariff reforms

Australia will not endorse the international trade charter until high level officials confirm that tariff reductions and concessions from other nations will yield adequate benefits for Australia. The government emphasized the need for measurable compensations before agreement.

Australia International Tender Organization

Untitled notes on LT0 trade talks and liberalization

Fragmented report cites European and Australian positions on GATT style concessions amid LTO discussions. References Russia abstaining, Britain cautious, and Australia seeking empire preferences while aiming to maintain full employment and market access for fabrics and goods.

Geneve Britain Dale London Moro Jcan Kasra Tl Betort Dariddad Towsrda Russia Austrailia Australahe Durgutt Dallevee Tore Auropianien Aghia Journal of Commerce Bee Bon Tee Inea

Indonesians Refuse to Sign United Indonesia Accord

Fragmentary wartime note reports Indonesians refusing to sign a proposed agreement with the Netherlands government toward a United Kingdom of Indonesia. Dutch military spokesmen cite tensions rising between Dutch and Indonesian patrols across Java and Sumatra amid uncertain talks.

Batavia Netherlands Braton Indonesia Ning Aes Jove Ang Sumatra

Court Orders Arrest of Von Papen in Berlin

Reuters reports in Berlin that Von Papen was arrested for perjury after false testimony to a court over Hitler’s rise to power. The court indicated prior evidence showed he drafted a key recommendation and related statements. Trial proceedings continue with resumed hearings set for Monday.

von Papen Berlin Von Hin Triste Oman der. Buchs Yald Witte Gunna Reuters Mindenburg Hitler Plitler Cour von Pa Prim Whien Raaiumiad Landay

Polish envoy and U S president seek free elections

Unclear source text describes tensions between Poland and the United States over diplomatic relations and a demand for free elections. The garbled report mentions a Polish envoy, President, and pledges related to elections, with notes on diplomatic stance and acceptance by the United States.

Warhington Wea Fruman Polish Armaamaair Janet Winlewes United Stata Poland

UK selects board to plan BVlong in New York

UK officials announce a board of consultants to assist Wallace Har sie m director of planning in preliminary plans for the United Money headquarters in New York. Final appointment to the board was announced within a brief period.

U.K.O New York Wechality Nationa Candie Bouth Afriot Ue Sever Wallace Harsiem United Mone Wow Tork

Africans Await Passage to Australia Through Europe

A fragmented notice from Vancouver reports Africans preparing travel via France and Sweden to Australia. Captain A. Schmidt leads the group, with plans and contact details to follow as they await further arrangements and departures.

Vancouver Wedvanday A. Schmidt Ate ‘Parekovla Mal 2 South Yd France Sweden Berthe Te Aue RS Staat Yar Australie

African clash ends in deaths amid desert pursuit

In a remote desert clash Maya tribe members pursued rival groups across arid terrain. Several people were killed and others injured as two communities clashed over disputed territory. Local authorities say the incident stemmed from ongoing tribal tensions and have launched investigations.

Nine members of spy ring sentenced to total 183 years

Nine members of the FBI uncovered spy ring were sentenced to a combined 183 years in prison. The group included a paymaster and several agents, with sentences ranging up to ten years each for their roles in the international spying network. The case highlights ongoing counterintelligence efforts.

Teodoro FBI

Maple Funeral for Al Capone in Quiet Chicago Service

A subdued funeral for Al Capone unfolds in Chicago with a Catholic rite as mourners seek privacy from press and crowds. Clergy lead the ceremony while family and officials honor Capone’s life, contrasting with harsher headlines from past years.

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