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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 24, 1947

Page

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British plan for federation in postwar Germany urged

New York report notes Dr Nicholas Murray Butler proposes Britain and United States joint occupation zones in Germany with a federal government akin to the Commonwealth. He argues the form of government would help withdraw from empire connections.

New York Britain United Staon Germany Commonwealth of Nations Nicholas Y Butler Columbia University Tate Lloyd Beltain Aince Carta Butler al Pugrima United States Aaron Westart

Atomic energy authority may order war plan debated

Fragmented report from New York describes moves to authorize a unified wartime atomic energy plan. Proposals discuss mandatory UN development authority and enforcement by Security Council members, with key figures like Maurine Fikret and political leaders signaling secrecy and potential British Commonwealth involvement.

Atomic Energy Authority Te Security United Nations

Royal Tour Plans for Australia Reported

The Daily Telegraph notes a planned royal tour of Australia and Canada by the royal party in 1940. It mentions possible visits to South Africa and other regions, with dates not yet confirmed and many details still unsettled.

Erica Misiatera South Africa Australia

Britain challenges Yugoslavia's territorial claims at foreign talks

In London a Foreign Office session saw Britain contest Yugoslavia's claim to union of Slovene Carinthia with Styria. Lord Hood alleged that Yugoslav census figures for Slovene minority in Austria were outdated and unreliable. Debate paused until May amid disagreements over assessment and possible consequences.

London Britain Lavie Ie Styria Yugoslavia Lord Hood Yugolavia Aussia Htyria Carintats Hood Arid Talon Vilfan

French Claim Victories in Indo-China War Updates

A Vietnamese capital communique reports French advances in Indo China with teetond epee tactics and combined arms. French actions include rapid armored blocks and tank units as Vietnam forces suffer heavy losses in meth and equipment.

China Abe Twa Merth Neagain

Duke's Fine Art Collection To Be Sold At Auction

London reports the sale of Duke's art collection with the Duchess's plan to reside abroad. The event highlights ongoing refugee movements and the Polish Government’s stance as agents oversee wartime looting and restitution actions amid the era’s upheaval.

Duke London Kel Roviish Germany Poland

Dramatic WWII Era Trial Reports Echo From London

Fragmented text describes British reactions to German actions in Europe. It mentions a tribunal in London, trials and sentences abroad, and implications for British policy and imprisonment terms, with references to Canada, Poland, and Reuters reporting.

Reagan de Sete Ag London Europe Adda Winuid Meath Feeesnriy Matt Dadia Monte Reuters Atia

Soviet Woman Stows Away on Transatlantic Flight

A Soviet woman, 27, attempted to stow away on a Paris to Atlantic flight. Found aboard in Newfoundland after the plane diverted to Britain due to a mechanical fault. She refused to return to Paris, crying and pleading to stay in Britain, where authorities faced a delayed return trip.

Paria

Dutch Views on a New Germany Outlined

The Netherlands delegate to the Security Council outlines Dutch aims for postwar Germany including federation and economic restructuring. He calls for a modern frontier and warns against division and instability affecting Europe and regional security.

Germany Jemn Tome Thuresay Netherlands Kleffena Ruhr Phinelang Bakeryknit Staten Crontist Holland Canada United States

New Zealand Labour Federation backs government policy amid tensions

Auckland report shows the Federation of Labour approving the National Executive's stance against waterside militants. In a two day conference the ministers and Labour ranks clashed over policy and leadership, reflecting a split within the movement.

Auckland Mic. Fraser Federation of Labour Fexard Federation Swankera Aeet

Fossil Not A Human Relic in Transvaal Find

London reports Professor Graham Weddell at the Pan African Pre history Congress declaring Sterbtontela remains from Transvaal in 1938 show an intermediate creature linking man and monkey rather than a direct human ancestor. He calls this middle creature the probable sole missing link in evolution.

London Graham Weddell Sterbtontela So de Transvaal Han Weddell Onford Clark

Churchill Attacked by Polish Embassy in Victory Book

A Polish ambassador Jan Giechanowicz accuses Britain and the United States of ceding Poland after a secret 1943 meeting at Manitounin Land. He claims Stalin Molotov and others blocked a planned alliance and that Poland would be handed over soon. He cites Churchill’s role and criticizes postwar policy shifts.

Washington Thurs Churchill Priddient Roosevelt Jan Giechanow Mevelt Manitoutin Land Lake Huron Btalin Aid Molotov Syrah Byrnes Anid Manitouin Miotow Clenchanowalet Poland

Bengal fears renewal of communal riots in Bengal

Reports from Bombay and Calcutta describe rising tensions between Muslims and Hindus with a state of emergency in Dade and police crackdowns. Reuters notes intense fear of fresh outbreaks as authorities seek to prevent a repeat of months of unrest and violent incidents across major cities.

Bengal Bombay Benge Dade Sefluk Tome Benigal Palice Brudenle Na Subihas Chandra Bose

Democracy in Tran venmnas election results

In Perajan elections, Saya Taheral radio reports that the opposition party led by Mon talayeh polled the second highest number of votes while the ruling bloc claimed a majority.

Venmnas samteday—Buitandha Cummadratic Party Perajan Saya Taheral Radio Montalayeh

Tri Partite Government For France Formed

Paris reports a new tri partite cabinet arrangement where the Communist Party holds the Defence portfolio but the minister acts as a liaison among the three Service Ministries formed to govern military affairs.

Paris Thursda Communist Party Ministry of Defence Paul Ramadiar Fran Halson

Turbulent Pacific Politics Change Cabinet Roles Reported

Dispatch describes a chaotic reshuffle as Admiral Louiis E Denfeld and various ministers swap posts in a cabinet aligned with National Union groups. The text notes anticipated appointments, defense and interior leadership, and a mix of right wing and independent figures amid a broader power realignment.

AM_ Harpester Thoren St Thergen MLB AM. Bidewit Tin Sayn Nacional Union Groupe Tete National’ Assembly Wie Naval Peronanel Winx Miral John Towers Sialttau Puclic Wiest Inietries Nine Ni Whisk Peakes Aura We Lust Ee Wen MRP Irmeh Irmeh “Argued “Unt the "Station Tiney of the Caretaker | Premiey Taranty Tos Finand Depareux Prilip Trmmspeirs Dulea Macht Agricul Frm Monet Erident Staley Faun Geules Catgmtes Meutel Anal Fidustrisl Robert Ta Wasilington Louiis E Denfeld Niet Af Hoste Farvigh M. Bid Raert Schuman Paul Plorel Cammeren Rit Sonte Tourneaur Promier Y Tietxen Ming Intey Marine Marcel Rovlore

Fratricidal War Feared in Jerusalem

A broadcast from Irgun Zvai Leumi warned a civil war would erupt after the Jewish National Council voted to stop Irgun activities. The statement followed claims of attacks in Palestine and rising violence amid police and military actions.

Haganah JMG Fritah Palestine Pathiet Wien Momibeya Halls of Commons Yeater Galnnal Crevon Jonee Jerusalem Irgun Zvai Leumi Irgun Jewish National Council Palestine

Thr eatign of a Counlition Govrement reported in Athens

A garbled report notes a coalition government threat in Athens with all gardens except the Tabbras cited as part of the action. Names and exact details are unclear due to OCR errors.

Athens

Poland Pushes Warsaw Peace Treaty for Germany

London reports Poland seeks a formal German peace treaty signed in Warsaw, with Poland pressing to present views to Foreign Ministers' Deputies. Polish Embassy notes a strong central government for Germany and fixed Western frontiers. Evacuations reach 1,700,000 Germans westward, with remaining numbers moving toward the line. Greece demands reparations and property seizures tied to war losses, seeking substantial claims against Germany and related nations.

London Poland Warsaw Associated Press Germany Iruly Arene Onde Grek Thabantin Aghnites Greece Poualola Reuters Tenly Austra Asan Countrie Turkey

Australia lauds UN aid efforts and surcharge cut

A U N letter to Prime Minister Chidey thanks Australia for reducing administrative surcharges on certain transactions and for freeing the equivalent of 30 million dollars for wool purchases. The note also commends waivers of air and freight charges on several Malaysian shipments and other humanitarian aims.

Washington Australia Uid Ith Aervicen Heer Wt Organisation ONRAA Chidey Commonwealth Wisrala Comongesith

Poles Celebrate Bloc Victory After Demonstrations

In Warsaw demonstrations swept Poland as workers gathered in major squares to mark a government bloc victory. A Timon correspondent described crowds and a parade-like mood with banners and chants signaling the political shift.

Warsaw Poland Cok Timon Mia Bfr Churchill

China Challenges French Occupation of Paracel Islands

Nanking reports China protests French military activity around Paracel Islands 150 miles north of Vietnam. Foreign Minister Wang Shih-chih meets the French ambassador after learning of Paris orders. France defends its sovereignty claims amid tensions.

China Paracel Islands Nanking Wang Shih-Cheihthan Paracel Waanda Temach fhdo-China

U S GAINS FOR FARM PRICES PERSIST IN PRODUCTION CURBING

Government keeps minimum price guarantees for farm products while seeking new powers to curb overproduction. Congress faces pressure to extend or modify programs as officials warn of potential limits on Wool and hogs. Domestic supply efforts come amid tension with imports and ongoing subsidy debates.

Washington

Insane Jealousy Rumor in Ley Murder Trial

London reports describe Mrs Brooke as central to the Ley and Jobs murder case of John MaBlain. The Crown alleges Thomas Jonn Ley was insanely jealous, with Brooke testifying about Lay's threats as he supposedly converted a house into a bat ho gad.

London Brooke Thomas Jonn Ley Ley Lawrence Jobs John MaBlain Brooke Wold Lay Brooke Lem

Italian Martyr Matteotti Murder Trial Hears Evidence

In Rome the court hears evidence in the murder case of Giacomo Matteotti and related figures. Accused include Antonello Awacin and others as possible perpetrators with several suspects named for alleged complicity and involvement in the fatal events surrounding Matteotti’s disappearance.

Rome Cof Stuasalin Giacoma Matteott Francesc Gulata Mattelo Awacin Sowa Realon Vines Matleott Agathet Na Pippo Purfet

Finland to Receive U S Loans Amid War Era Pressures

The report notes U S loans totaling 82 dollars, with 10 cents, aimed at supporting Finland during a period of tension. It mentions American aid for famine relief and food cotton supply, highlighting economic stimulus measures to bolster the country’s wartime needs.

Fale Lara Ake Finland

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