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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 01, 1947

Page

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Urges Adoption of Plan for Control of Atomic Energy

A United Nations commission discusses a global plan for control of atomic energy. Gromyka argues that U S plans conflict with disarmament resolutions and needs a veto in place. Russia insists the Security Council should have the final say on penalties and sanctions for violations.

United Nationa Itanier United Nations Gromyka United Stater United Mates Mr Baruch Commission Mil United Statce Plan Security Council Foland Associated Prout Kapisie Peolley Moiitol Lnapec Stom Jc Vlolmtiona

Soviet Official Refuses to Leave U S A in New York

A Soviet official described as Acting Commercial Attache at the Soviet Embassy in Mexico declared in New York that he opposed the Soviet regime. The statement, issued by a New York lawyer, expressed belief he was being hunted by Soviet agents and cited his fear of returning to Russia to protect his family from life under dictatorship. He described Russia's domestic policy as isolationist and criticized the Soviet police state, noting concentration camps and widespread dissent.

New York Kir M. Aleacev Mexico Alexelev United Tunsia Ruaale Shanad Clement Mexico City Alexsiey Siready Russia

Italians declare blackmarket drive at wrong end

Roma toeday delegation representing a marginalized minority sought to complain about restrictive policing and notices affecting their livelihoods. They told an official the authorities were targeting ordinary people and that police action began at the wrong point in the black market crackdown.

Rome Toeaday Ulering

Australian Delegate Por Rush Trip To Europe

Mr George H Briggs a technical member of the Australian delegation for the Atomic Energy Continuation prepares for a Rush trip to Kure pending approval of repack to the Security Council by the Commodation. He will fly by boat to attend the meeting of the International Union Pure and Applied Physics starting Friday. He plans to return to Sydney.

New York Tusnday George H. Briggs Atomic Energy Continuation Kure Security Counsell Commatdaion Brrigge Marneting International Union Ne Pure and Applied Phyaira Briay Bydney

Radio cycle range granted for food use

The Federal Communications Commission granted HAYVNION Manufacturing a special 3480 Megacycle frequency for radar cooking tests. The company claimed radar range cooks gingerbread and other foods, but details on when the radar operation begins were not stated.

Washington Federal Communications Commission Hayvnion Manucturing Val

Government invites parties to join interim Chinese regime

A government press note states that all parties in the National Assembly may join the new interim regime in China. Kuomintang, Young China, and Social Democratic Party are named as participants. Communist Party invited if willing. The planned government aims to rule until constitutional power transfer, with a proposed budget over 320,000 Chinese dollars and major expenditures outlined.

National Assembly Noee Kuomintang Partis Young China Social Democratic Perlite Kuomintang Gitte Gtn China

American push for British preferences make or break trade

A report from the Tradht Committee urges modification of British Empire preference agreements to allow American exporters equal access to British, Dominion, and commonwealth markets. It notes empire preferences curb U S products and warns that loosening them could boost trade with Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, and South Africa. Also announced is a forthcoming state plan to halt wool price declines and bolster the wool industry against foreign wool imports. Similar meetings are planned in other wool growing states.

New York Ausnetation Agrecena Austalia Canada New Zealand South Africa Lexter

Substantial Cut in Cost of Living Predicted

A Washington report discusses wage and price trends with Dr Ralph Robey predicting a major cost of living cut while others argue prices can rise further to match wage increases. The debate centers on how much production costs can be reduced and whether wages can rise without sparking more inflation.

Washington Ralph Robey Ausociaton Rony Shia Raber Nathan Congress of Industrial Organizations Suchat

Allied Control of Munitions in Germany

The Allied Central Council. Berlin reports a new law for all Germany banning manufacture import or purchase of warships vessels and any aerial craft including kites and balloons. The directive aims to coordinate and enforce regulations across occupied areas under allied oversight.

Berlin Allied Central Council Germany Istocaldien Attitany

Howl Down Papal Blessing at London Riot

A large anti papal demonstration in London disrupted Cardinal Adeed’s address at Giovann Plaxsi. Crowds shouted and protested loyalty to the Pope as Vatican Radio reported. Royal patronage to the 1948 Olympic Games announced in London with King’s consent for Wimbledon.

Cardinal Adeed Giovann Plaxsi Te Patriaren Erton Elon Vatican Radio London Turaday Ha King Wimbleding

MacArthur Urges Japanese People to Seize Opportunity

General MacArthur offers a New Year message to Japan urging the people to understand opportunity and to meet it with resolute effort. He notes reforms over the year were uneven with much left to do and praises the majority of leaders for their exemplary striving toward a peaceful, better future.

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Pole Gives Evidence of Operation of Three Occasions

Hamburg Twomay reports on atrocity charges against 16 members of Ravenabruck women concentration camp division. Helene Puecka describes repeated operations on a captive, with pain and fainting, after which she remained unconscious. A ward witness Testifies to machine gun nests surrounding the camp and orders issued.

Hamburg Twomay Ravenabruck Helene Puecka Anna Hand

Sydney County Council Loan Proposal Reopens Volatile Terms

The Sydney County Council announced a new loan plan to refinance an earlier debt issued in 1980. Terms include 10 year tenure with 105 basis points over the rate, and an estimated interest split notable for its era, reflecting American regard for Australian credit. The council leader noted high demand and client enthusiasm despite past financial strains.

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BOAC Leads Empire Air Services in Postwar Era

BOAC dominates Empire Air Services with a fleet of 200 aircraft including 40 jets. The London based operator runs 69 weekly services as civil aviation expands after the war. Associated companies carried 150,000 passengers and revenue totaling 276,500,000 in miles and currency.

London Brition Overman Airwayn Corpora York Halton Canatellanon Mod Bola.c

Oerman Official to Study British Youth Movements

Oreman to study youth movements in Britain. He departs for London by invitation of the British Labour Party to research the British approach to youth organization.

Oreman Chalrman Boch Social Democrat Party London Labour Party Britain

Australia blamed for losing Davis Cup challenge

London dispatch reports criticism of Australia for not fielding away players, blaming home policy for the defeat. Observers cite Norman Brookes and C M Doust on decisions and the impact of travel on the team’s performance. The piece suggests a broader critique of Australian Davis Cup strategy and its consequences.

Australia London Ringlin Auattalia Amer Norman Brookes C. M. Doust Inter Greace Ris Berm Raailatin Brookes New York Buntee Greece Austrailia

Persian Shah Objects to Premier's List

Persian Shah objects to Premier's list amid delays in holding a meeting initially set for December 6. The Shah's reluctance over the mandi date suggests a dispute with the Premier and Timling of the fers mar Persian dynasty. A compromise by Bultanat is expected in view of Ben's ed epemartty.

Teveran Toomday Gus Shah Bultanat

Optimism Succeeds Pessimism in U N C

In New York the UNO mood shifts from gloom to hopeful as Trygve Lie and others express a dream of an international parliament for mankind. The chairmen and delegates anticipate broader cooperation and the possibility of real parliamentary principles guiding the world body.

Pwammiam UNO New York Nas Apliniain Fuld Trygve Li

Chinese Demonstration Against Americans Turns Violent

Fragmentary report notes a Chinese protest against Americans including involvement by Tonadey. Authorities report clashes and an incident referencing an alleged rape of a Chinese girl by an American Marine on December 24, with crowd action described in broken lines.

Tonadey Merivan Marine John Righ

British impose curfew on Palestine area in search for terrorists

London reports a dawn to dusk curfew across the coastal Palestina zone between Tel Aviv and Nathanys as British forces and police conduct wide area searches. The move follows Sunday’s killings and targets terrorists responsible. Authorities cite safety and information concerns amid tensions with local Jewish and Arab groups.

Palestine London Palestina Tel Aviv Nathanys

Europeans killed in Indochina clash raise alarm

Saigon reports 150 Europeans killed in Hanoi with as many missing after hostilities erupting with Vietnam forces. French HQ says artillery strikes center Hanoi while administration arcs are retaken and water supplies restored. Admiral Durgenlicy to assess the siting as France vows to restore order.

Indochina Saigon Hanoi Vietnam Tence Arces Alvo Nam Dink Viet Ten Tourane Durgenlicy Montel Ure Xing Cambodia France Cochinchin

Oppressed Nations Not To Be Political Martyrs

In Moscow on Tuesday a diplomat urged that oppressed nations must not become political martyrs and urged removal from any status that marks them as pawns. The Gian delegation was praised for its democratic stance and constructive contribution to UNO efforts.

Tokyo War Crimes Tribunal Niksgwen Amboins Siena KV. Parrish Anstratie Ambala Moscow Twwilay Adler Badia Atipiu Catour Bar U.n.o'm da Gian

Economic Government of Germany Takes Shape

Fragmented OCR text outlines new wartime economic administration by British and American forces in Germany. Mentions BAAB, German Economic Administration, and planned control of demobilization, armament, and resources. References to Saar and shifting authority under allied occupation.

Hamburg Tueany Bkr Baabrucken Wrenchreau Minden Saar Plenning

Tokyo Trial Surpasses Nuremberg in Word Count

The Tokyo trial has exceeded the Nuremberg proceedings in length and volume, with the Tokyo list reportedly occupying hundreds of days and approaching millions of words. Judges and lawyers warn the pace may continue to stretch beyond the four hundred days cited for Nuremberg.

Turemberg Abe Muremberg Tokyo Muremberg

French bombard Vietnam post amid colonial attacks

A fragment notes a volley near Hanoi and surrounding quarters with artillery responses. It mentions French assaults on Vietnam posts, a road to Madang, and social attacks. The text also reports cricketer Fred Freer being offered a 100 contract with Lancashire League club Fonnenstal Fingland, with unclear confirmation.

Baluon Hanoi Bom Eral Veitnamane Haaing Madang Lancarbire Merlbourne

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