05 Jun 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1946
Page
1
Allied officials deny Belgrade reports of a Yugoslav general call up and emergency measures in the Allied occupied zone. A stray dispatch mentions civilian protests and a bus incident involving a woman, with details unclear amid wartime confusion.
The Daily Telegraph comments on Australian loan conversion terms and the effect on current conditions. It notes sums around £110,267,833 and potential rates, with UK months and sterling balances appealing for Commonwealth capital developments.
New York Tuesday report from the Security Council aud committee discusses surprise in its report. Australian Associated Press notes some members hoped for a moral inquiry into sands while others feared a factual investigation. The Times says the committee pushed a strong, uncompromising recommendation. Dr Evatt’s stance and General Assembly signals influence the risk of a hard line.
A Reuters dispatch reports that Russia blocked the disarmament commission appointed May 17 from functioning. The Allied Coordinating Committee reportedly opposed public explanation of the halt, with delegates debating terms of the inquiry and suggesting the work be paused while investigations continued.
An invited international meeting organized by a World Food Band aims to coordinate famine relief across eighteen nations including Australia and New Zealand. The 4 June 70 gathering plans to establish an organization to allocate food and promote production under UN aegis, replacing the Combined Food Agency.
Fragmentary OCR of a nautical incident mentions a ship named Gilet Joseph and a Bay area event. The readable portions describe a vessel in peril and a drowning risk, with references to Bay, month and rural locations. Details are unclear due to degraded text.
An experimental aircraft attempting a world speed record broke apart during reentry near Springsl. The incident left debris scattered across the nearby town while the remaining engine components failed to function. Officials report no immediate fatalities but ongoing investigations into the crash are planned.
Washington reports a nationwide tie up looming after ship owners reject a proposed forty hour work week. The World Federation of Trade Unions announced no port for action as the executive council meets to decide on steps. estimates place potential losses around 150 million dollars and 179 million roemineA in related costs.
In Baton Rouge on Tuesday the governor and court officials debated a reprieve for Wille Francis, two years old, amid orders from the Supreme Court. The state superintendent hinted at a pending pardon bond as a condition, while two prior reprieves faced renewed scrutiny and potential penalties.
New Zealanders with 1800 troops landed on Mishima Island near Horahy, advancing through docks and forests to the capital. The mayor presented the NZ commander Major-General Fore fason with a ceremonial item as locals hailed the visit as a historic gesture.
Reports from Istanbul and Turkish provinces after the Friday quake describe widespread destruction. Thousands feared dead or missing as crews assess isolated towns and damaged routes. Early figures vary, with authorities noting hundreds believed trapped or harmed amid continuing aftershocks.
Ambassador Nikolai Novikov presented his credentials to President Truman in Washington and pledged to strengthen political, economic, and cultural ties between the United States and the Soviet Union. Truman responded with a similar pledge, noting proposals for consideration of a unified government and hopes for direct Kremlin communication.
London reports that Austria remains a potential friction point in Europe. The unstable country faces economic hardship with 70 percent of the population on bare bread rations, four zones hindering transport and activity, and political stability unlikely without strong support from major powers.
South Africa will not scrap empire trade preferences. Minister for Economic Development Mr F. Waterson told the Senate that SA would not forego benefits without reciprocal action. He noted the US has not yet indicated tariff reductions and said SA, a major gold producer, is eager to participate in schemes to improve international trade across five channels.
Ottawa report says Canada will not pursue atomic power for weaponry but aims for peaceful use within five years. Minister Howe explains only peaceful applications are intended and expects heat transfer to follow, with broader uses developing after initial work is complete.
Paris dispatch reports a strong showing for the Progressive Catholics in the French election, with Communists battling hard and Socialists weak. The Radical and Right wings suffer setbacks, while the JORP gains ground as a major bloc. overseas returns may bolster Socialist and Communist seats overall.
Sydney dispatch reports wool shipments delayed as labor unrest stops work at Mooro and Braet Lynch. shipments from Moora to Braet Bend delayed with many bales waiting for crews.
Voters show preference for a republic with about 1,290,000 supporting the Republic and 843,000 backing the Monarchy. Christian Democrats neared 3,054,000 while Democratic Union and others trail with 100,000 to 300,000 each.
In London the Foreign Secretary Bevin told the House of Commons that world peace hinges on unity within the United Nations. He warned that differing national conceptions threaten adoption of any single approach and urged all nations to work toward an agreed UNO basis to avoid renewed conflict.
British authorities form a Foreign Police Legion to support Poles not returning to their homeland. The unit, reportedly organized in Britain, will include a limited cadre and operate under restrictions. Yugoslav border authorities crackdown as Yugoslavs cross the frontier daily amid reports of smuggling through the Yugoslav route.
The U S Chamber of Commerce leader urged the House Banking Committee to back proposed law aiding Britain. He argued United States dollars should not fund domestic experiments and stressed strengthening the long standing ally would promote prosperity and global economic welfare, reducing grounds for future war.
Reports from the Ballon Prestle Fleet indicate 4000 naval ratings elected to remain in Australia and nearby regions. Vice-Admiral Vien notes the strong turnout among the 100,000 British ratings who served, with a significant portion staying in the Pacific zone.
A proposed measure would amend nationality rules to allow residents of New Baines to apply for naturalisation and extend the right to five territories through the Commonwealth and the territories.
Australian plans for civil aircraft control are approved with a unanimous recommendation from the Aircraft Organisation. The council would be empowered to enter into actions under the new provisions.
A Times report notes Egyptian mistrust of Britain amid two hour secret debate and a stalled Senate adjournment. It cites Waldist leaders pressing for evacuation of Egypt and Sudan, while Bevin and the Foreign Office face queries on the Cairo incident and responsibility for violence.
A wartime dispatch from London notes Britain plans to reduce naval strength including battleships and carriers. It cites Daily Express reporting on carrier cuts, new light ships, and potential atomic and guided weapon developments influencing post war plans.
The testimony recalls wartime misconduct fueled by revenge and duty, with Jodi Buehner noting life in Hitler’s era as martyrdom for soldiers. Witnesses discuss plans against Wider and the broader Nazi regime, while questions arise about collapse and the Wehrmacht’s role. The record reflects the charged atmosphere of the trial and the difficulty of separating ideology from action.
Turmany Chen Kung Po formerly Premier and President of the Nanking puppet government was executed yesterday. He had succeeded Wang Ching Wei in 1944 and fled to Japan near war end, later captured after Japan’s surrender and sentenced to death.
Ten farmer members of the Australian Flying Corps arrived at Portsmouth aboard the aircraft carrier Implacable and decided to join the Royal Air Force in Britain. They were among the first Australians to travel with the Implacable which brought 10,000 cases of food from Australia, including chocolate, bacon, and other supplies.
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