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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 16, 1946

Page

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Austerity Relief First Loan Benefit In Parliament

London reports mixed reception in the House of Commons as Britain seeks approval for a loan mainly to fund machinery and raw materials. The New York Times cites a figure of 100 to 200 million dollars for foodstuffs and luxuries, while the government pressures Congress for quick action. If not approved, Britain faces a necessary increase in expenditures and tightened controls.

House of Commons Congress Washington Britain New York Times London Sanday Caer Salle Tbe

Mikhailovitch Guilty of Collaboration Front Belgrade

A Belgrade court found Mikhailovich guilty of collaboration as part of a broad wartime case. Co-defendants were condemned to varying penalties including long terms. the proceedings drew cheers from bystanders as the verdicts were announced amid a tense wartime atmosphere. The trial noted contemporaneous debates over international loans and policy.

Belgrade Mikhailovich Nd Mikhailovitch

Bikini animals dying from atomic testing near Bikini Atoll

A naval officer reports animals aboard the ship Burleson near Bikini Atoll show health declines during atomic tests. He notes blood counts dropping and many likely doomed if tests continue, with some deaths already observed and others under further study amid rapid executions in the Parliament back home.

Kwajalein Burleson Bikini Saape Yaroalay

Marines Report Bandit Raid Near Chitae Taiwan

United States Marines disclosed an unidentified group of armed Chinese seized seven American personnel about 22 miles from Chitae Saturday while guarding a bridge on the Peiping Muckden railroad. One man escaped capture as the others were taken during a village visit for ice. Two additional detachments were ordered to scour the countryside for the attackers as search began at dawn Sunday but was hindered by bad weather. The Chinese press claimed the raiders were from Communist and National forces joining the attack.

America Chan Britain United States Daily Telegraph Gongraas Tha “Daily Express Toa Krupkemar- Beto Tientain United States Marine Corps Chitteat Peiping-Muckden Rainasohuang Daw Sommunist Army

Moscow Radio Defends Veto Rights at U N C

Moscow radio asserts veto rights in U N C debates. Proclaims defending peace and security against militarist foes. Criticizes reactionary imperialist groups seeking to weaponize the U N C to subdue new democratic regimes. Calls for unity among diverse democratic nations.

Moscow Radio U.N.C London Tate Moscow Actic

War Graves Dedicated on Royal Estate

His Majesty the King and Queen attended the dedication of a war cemetery on the royal estate. The War Graves Command completed the site containing graves of Allied soldiers from Britain Canada Australia New Zealand and South Africa. The King unveiled the Cross and the Queen laid a wreath on the monument.

London Princenurs Run War Cemetery Imperial ‘War Graves Commandi Briain Bandringham A& Auswallon New Zealand

Two More U.S. Train Collisions Reported

In Lewistown a derailment near Lipton injured three passengers and twenty others as the Brossway Limited and a Cleveland express collided. An Alvers-driven Red Arrow engine from New York crashed into the rear car of the Cleveland express.

Lewistown Brossway Limited Lipton New York

Dock Fire Ravages Nova Scotia Port Causing Major Losses

In Pictou Nova Scotia a extensive dock fire damaged government sheds and repair facilities. The blaze destroyed ships and caused estimated losses between one and two million dollars. Four people were injured but not seriously. Authorities towed vessels to safety and moved others into harbor as crews fought the fire.

Pictou Bertin Mon Ge Ireman Ware le Gave & Fore Hume Shine Parsons

Greek Communist Arrests in Egypt Rock Cairo Rumor

In Cairo a police crackdown targets Greek Communists tied to anti Hellenic activity. Seven Greeks detained, two identified as Zerbini and Nolin, described as Republican allies. Violence reported outside a police station in Alexandria with gunfire and casualties.

Cairo Algat Rena Fng Ayant Nod Bara Hnance Zerbini Nolin Otterfis Elam Alescandria Nave Muries Trom Larisa Shenerpeent Hd Epht Police

Anglo-Indian Troops Withdraw From Dutch Indies In Mapcue

Allied headquarters report Anglo-Indian troops withdrawing from most of the Netherlands East Indies except Java Suits and the Moluccas. Dutch Governor Van Mook says martial law lifted civil administration restored. He honors Allied forces and notes Macao transfer of Celebes administration. Dutch naval forces say a Beritiah tanker was attacked by small arms near a watch tower. position shelled and abandoned.

Batavia Ad Deen Netherlands Zaut Indies NE Yor van Mosk Dr van Mookik Macao Arma Gries Dutchaval Veters

Atlantic Air Service Resumes After Ban Lift

London reports Pan-American Airways resumes service with a new master route after a temporary ban on international operations. Details are sparse but indicate a revival of Atlantic air links and ongoing regulatory adjustments affecting transatlantic flight plans.

London Pan-American Airways Panos Fm Newtoun Ang Wien

Mexican party leader assassinated in Tampico ambush

Gunmen fatally ambushed Bevert Ano Vers, president of the National Revolutionary Party in Liers city, as he backed Naiman in the Mexican general elections. The attack left him dead and underscored political violence in the region.

Tampico Bevertano Vers Liers National Revolutionary’ Party Naiman Vege Vollay Cifte Are

Unity in Europe Vital for UNO Success

A Paris note reports Prime Minister Churchill urging unity in Europe as essential for the United Nations Organization. He warned that without a strong European revival, the world body would falter, and France’s role was pivotal in rekindling hope across the continent.

France Europe World Organisation Luxembourg Thinnville Threstenes I. Churchill Grand Duchy

Nazis Planned Super Bomber to Attack U S A

A wartime review alleges Nazi plans included a giant winged rocket and a super bomber to strike New York and other cities. The document cites 135 secret weapons and claims allied defenses and costs dwarfed Germany’s aging bomb program as the Allies faced unprecedented threats.

U.S.A

Five die and fourteen injured in Iraq incident at Kirkuk

A fragmentary report states five people died and fourteen were injured in a Baghdad area incident yesterday. It mentions the Aragul Petroleum Company at Kirkuk and a chaotic event near polling location, with unclear details.

IMRAG Baghdad Peraona Tla Yelloomen Frain Aragul Petroleum Company Kirkuk

Moscow Knowledge of Atomic Energy Cited in Contested Claims

A correspondent asserts Moscow already possesses atomic knowledge and could guide Soviet atomic warfare policy. He cites captured German and American observers, notes limited proof, and argues Russia may deter the West while the United States and Britain push a new plan for control of atomic energy through the UN Security Council.

Moscow Russia London Mandy Tussin Ceriasnletrcien Britain America Us United National Security Council

Burmese Organisations Face Interference Claims

Fragmentary text alleges Burmese groups and parties interfere in governance and law and order. It mentions names and acts of supposed activists, with unclear roles and imperfect legibility in the record.

Russia Testing Flying Bombs Over Alps

Fragmentary report describes Russia testing flying bombs over the Alps with unclear details. The text references Mussina and Alp region events, but specifics are garbled and uncertain.

Russia Alps

Jewellers Aid Police In Murder Inquiry

London detectives gain from two Bournemouth jewelers who described a watch and chain worn by Doreen Maratall at the time of her death. Superintendent Cratter says inquiries are progressing and two more persons may be questioned as the investigation continues.

Moscow London Mussina Baever Alone Valley Switzerland Gyron Jewellers Bournemouth Doreen Maratall Cratter

Russia Plans Arctic Passage Development

Moscow dispatch reports a Soviet expedition based 600 miles from the North Pole will winter there as planes maintain contact. The government intends to develop a northern transport route linking the Arctic to industrial regions through a major new passage by 195.

Moscow Panin Gil Bennett Talon North Pole Reuter

Zionist Civil Disobedience Threat Declared In Palestine Campaign

Zionist Inner Council plans non cooperation tactics to press for release of Jewish leaders detained by British authorities. London and Jerusalem reports describe mobilization across the Jewish community, with demonstrations in New York and other cities and calls for mass immigration to Palestine.

Manu Jewish Agenc Telbad

Clash in London Rumor Sparks Tide of War Claims

The Belgrade radio alleged United States troops fired on a battleground between Amation and Taio, killing two Yugoslav workers. A Yugoslav official communique denied US shelling, while a Star of Ue Ni Uiamat report cited a detailed inquiry. American replies followed escalating exchanges.

London Qeoemg Ment Belgrad Radio United States Amation Amosicana Ero Vagoatay Control Tei

Kenya Urges Britain to Cut Luxury Exports

Nairobi reports mounting criticism over Britain’s luxury exports to Kenya. Government officials discuss tightening policy on imported goods such as jewellery, sweets, and branded items as pressure grows ahead of upcoming trade decisions.

Kenya Britain London Monary Brian Untuca Guiry Bolen Prvne

Japanese Atrocities Stir Still Incensed Worldwide

A fragmented report notes continued outrage over wartime abuses in Japan. It mentions officials and prisoners of war, with claims that aid shipments to Japan faced delays. The piece also references General Stuy Arthus and asserts ongoing media coverage.

Tokyo Vonany Beuiah Ambaramor Alvary Ganvoigney Japan Stuy Arthus

Spain accused of producing spurious Scotch whisky

London reports Britain’s ambassador in Mulnidh protested to Spain’s Mor Len regarding a spurious Sentch whisky. Actively marketed with labels identical to genuine brands, the issue concerns mislabeling and deceptive branding. The British ambassador has yet to receive a reply from Spain.

London Mendes Morlen Britain Ambasaador

Trawler Bringing Migrants Sails to Milford Haven

A damaged report describes a trawler bringing migrants and an Australian wife aboard. The vessel Milford Maven near Milford Haven is involved, with Captain Manaay claimed. A man named McCullum served during the war and may attempt reentry. The text is garbled but mentions pirates and a burial at the quay.

London Manaay Mrtullim Teaiow A. Bachan Sait Lott Traciers Milford Hever Harbour Alarewell Alread

London yacht tragedy report with Corlett and McAllister

A yacht accident near Daly Mall Arch River left Mrs Corlett and others injured or shaken after a capsize in gusty wind at 12:30 a.m. Lawrence McAllister was among nearby crew. Authorities investigate the near miss and identify the unaffected passenger.

London Corlett Evan Hel Tilia Tsangesee Noweter Sam Eee McAllister Capomore Kira Corie

Chinese Reds Renew Fighting Across Manchuria and North China

Reports say renewed Communist attacks widen in Manchuria and northern China near Peiping. Movements involve Liaoning and Shandong fronts with advances around Tientsin and areas south of the Yalu as Communist forces press offensives.

Peiping Agai Manchuria China Smurday Tientaip Gafencas Ogine Bhangtung Peninwela Manchurat

Officials Visit Rusha Warhingtom With Mammy Th Director

Fragmentary OCR notes show ULNLILA officials visiting Rush a Warhingtom, with references to a Mammy Th Director and Mr Guanwe. Mention of USA Council Beeman and August 5 as a likely date. Names and roles are uncertain due to garbled text.

Warhingtom Guanwe Mr. le Guardia USA Council

Floods in Bengal Calcutta Reported by RAF Aid

Unclear OCR text references floods in Bengal Calcutta with RAF airlift and supplies to East Bengal. Mentions authorities and relief effort but specifics are garbled. No clear dates, places, or names beyond Bengal and RAF involvement.

Calcutta Mowmer- Raf Dengal

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