18 Jan 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1946
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text shows a French demand for control of the Ruhr aimed at regulating movement and security in Germany. The source mentions policy and foreign politics, implying pressure on coalition or international actions regarding coal and security. Named entities are unclear due to garbled text.
The text appears to be a damaged OCR fragment about postwar boundaries, mentioning French and British governments and recognition of territories. It includes garbled phrases and lacks clear events or identifiers to establish a concrete news item.
Fragmentary notes from Samarahe Ont dated Thursday claim there is no evidence of an organ seed market in the area. The garbled text references Brigadier General and intelligence remits, with unclear statements about action or outcome.
In The Hague the Dutch Parliament heard that without progress in Indonesia talks the Netherlands could face a break in relations. The minister for overseas territories warned that Batavia would face open crisis and the Netherlands would rely on allied support for further action if talks collapse.
London reports the November dock strike ending with easing of delays. Ships wait for berths as backlog and arrears are cleared and authorities allocate tonnage to resume cargo clearance and shipments.
A letter dated February 22, 147 claims Navy officials pressured the media to publish critical articles about Admiral Kimmel and War Secretary Baker. The missive asks why nothing was done to curb the furor and questions the decision to withhold action before December.
British forces suffer casualties amid clashes in Java as operations continue. Reports indicate ongoing fighting impacts troop strength and local security, with detail scarce due to wartime censorship and conflicting dispatches from field commanders.
A Tokyo based correspondent reports former Buddhist priest Hiromichi Karaizawa has asked General MacArthur to install him on the Imperial Throne, contending Hirohito is not the true emperor. The claim references alleged ancient succession and secret writings, with no corroboration from authorities.
Fragments describe Arab positions and claims in Palestine including references to Arab leaders and the Palestine Government. The text mentions attempts to influence or maintain routes and to regulate or abolish border fences. Contains garbled phrases and unclear attributions.
American correspondents who attempted to cover the Manghuris reoccupation were told by Chiang Kai-shek authorities they are permitted to enter only while Soviet troops are present. Reports say Feumians claim a4 aneraiea and there is shelling.
London Thursday reports a radar guided fighter concept and Avro Lincoln improvement trials. Details describe rear escorts, improved armament, range about 34 miles, speed near 214 mph, ceiling around 18 000 feet, and inclusion of a 2600 hp powerplant. Marseille notes front and rear turrets with multiple machine guns recovered from wreckage.
A New York Herald Tribune correspondent reports Allied authorities debate Hirohito’s status as a war crime figure. British officials have not publicly named him yet while awaiting developments from General Tojo’s trial. Substantial pressure from Australia and New Zealand may steer fate outcomes.
Singapore reports Beijing seeks extradition of General Yamashita for trial as a war criminal. Chinese authorities push for extradition to Mingapore to face charges.
A Paris dispatch reports a transport aircraft crash with 29 of 20 occupants killed amid ongoing investigation. Multiple fatalities noted, with authorities verifying casualties and seeking clarity on cause as rescue and emergency operations continue.
Dutch policy and Indonesian push for self rule collide as Premier Sjahrir signals a direct appeal to the United Nations. Observers debate whether Van Mook can offer concessions without conceding sovereignty, while Indonesians seek a formal framework for a future self governed state.
In Chicago priests, including Father Pins Sdauldmont of the People concern ed parishes, joined the strike pickets. They warned about wage demands and possible broad labor militancy impacting the United States, foreseeing railway unions as next to join the movement and debating a total victory or defeat for workers.
London reports a Minak Dineict Military Court charged eighteen Germans including three penvral with atrocity crimes. An Associated Press dispatch from Moscow says 1,207,000 Russian prisoners of war are identified, with transit of 260,000 Russians to Germany for forced labor and extensive destruction cited as aims.
London Thursday Major General Meyer, sent to serve a sentence of imprisonment in Canada for the shooting of Canadian prisoners, arrived in England and was placed in Sagding prison where he will remain for two to three weeks before going to Canada.
A dispute over Toohey's control sees Cece Fields removed from Hotel Kingston. NSW Trades and Labour threatens to extend a boycott to all Toohey's supplied hotels statewide if Fields is not reinstated. Brigadier Schreiber returns to Canberra as government officials monitor the developing crisis.
Mr and Mrs Field cannot obtain accommodation in Canberra and camp in a Kingston shop's spare room amid a tense, public dispute. Brigadier Schreiber's refusal of permission prompts Mrs Field to recall months of happy residence, while the Duchess's assistance with farewell gifts and a final three months of service are noted amid the contentious housing episode.
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