15 Jun 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1946
Page
1
New York Friday reports the Security Council panel's Spain inquiry recommendation was amended to let the General Assembly decide diplomatic action. The long debate centered on whether to break ties unless the Franco regime withdraws, with contention over procedures and international peace aims.
Washington reports the Attorney General announced information filed in Federal District Court accusing the QWION leader Patrofilo of coercive practices aimed at influencing national broadcasting. The information alleges an attempted to coerce and compel the nation to employ more wherhama, despite not needing bar services, and a May 38 call to a labor group to strike.
Fragments describe political shifts with a Teheran corras t and an agreement returning a Persian province to central government. A Sydney note mentions ongoing hospital and friendly societies matters and a hospital commission proceeding.
A Melbourne shop theft arrest is described with two men charged after entering the shop and the manager and a night guard taking positions. The report mentions a full length girl and a guard, with further details unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmented report notes a comedian killed and a separate military crash near Kano. Six service members died when a transport aircraft reportedly collided or crashed in mid air, with material suggesting a fatal incident on a Friday. Local registration and entertainment items appear in fragmentary form.
The U S Secretary of State Mr Symmes travels with Mr Byxbee to Paris for open peace talks among foreign ministers. He warns against a veto power disturbing the peace plan and cautions nations to resist Hitler’s dangerous aims.
London report states that domestic staff at Buckingham Palace Windsor Castle Marlborough House Holyrood House and Sandringham have between them received about £8000 in back pay. The article notes salaries are paid by the government and that further benefits may follow.
In a U S note to the U N Atomic Energy Commission Senator Baruch urges international control over all phases of atomic energy including development and dangerous activities. He calls for an international authority to ensure adequate safeguards and prevent disintegration through cooperation and restraint.
The Minister for the Army stated last night that discharged AWL soldiers would receive new papers and be rehabilitated as men. He said that records of misconduct would bar eligibility for war gratuity, medical aid, rehabilitation, and housing programs. Certificates would not be limited to these members unless they applied personally.
Fragmentary notes describe a wartime era Australian initiative to manufacture morphine and opium products locally. It mentions the 1944 start date, a government cabinet recommendation, and continued involvement by Grimwade Ltd to pursue practical reactivation and supply within state interests.
A chaotic scene in Batavia includes government agencies discussing compensation for damages from the destruction of 100 houses as ethnic tensions flare. Indermanan Officials report Chinese victims and calls for order, citing 140 killed and 40 missing amid anti Chinese outbursts and overseas unrest.
Reports from Nanking say Nationalist forces under General Marshall claim gains in Manchuria. They report pushing Communist troops north of Changchun and south of the Sungari River, capturing several towns and repelling landings near Tringtes while Communist attacks along the railway in THana Province intensify.
Washington reports that the Army has developed a new wall cloth protection for aircrew to reduce casualites from shell fire. Trogon development is described as a step beyond metallic body armor for airmen.
Report from La Paz says Bolivian military officers attempted a revolutionary coup but was crushed. The document notes clashes around headquarters as forces loyal to the government regained control. Details mention aircraft and key figures resisting the rebellion.
New Delhi Friday reports show the Congress King Committee advising the Viceroy against parity with the Moslem League in the interim Cabinet. Attempts at compromise between parties failed, Dr. Jinnah met the Viceroy, and Pandit Nehru clashed with Wavell over working committee support. The session ended with the remark We are at all where we were.
KING Umberto left Italy by air to join Queen and four children in Lisbon while the Italian government denied official knowledge of the departure. A later proclamation claimed the cabinet acted to protect peace, urging unity and nonviolence amid fears of disorder.
Treasury and military officials discussed a plan to train up to 60 divisions of Chinese troops. The effort, advocated by General Marshall and State Department War staff, aimed to build an effective army to aid internal security, regional peace, and UN cooperation in Asia.
In Washington on Friday anger rose as British Foreign Secretary Bevin faced US criticism over the Palestine mandate. Rep Hal Bloom urged Britain to honor obligations to America. Dr Joseph Tense Beum, head of the American Federation of Polish Jews, accused Bevin of echoing Hitler and blamed Britain for influencing terror in Poland.
Jowian figures defy fate as trial verdict declared death sentence amid tension over Palestine. Council considers special Arab delegation to safeguard Palestinian interests. unrest cited in Jerusalem as fighting tests enter a new phase.
In Washington the Senate committees approved a ratification of a loan to Britain by a wide margin. The measure, likely to be submitted to the House on June 24, is expected to pass.
Sydney report notes debate on granting clean aircharges to army dussiters. Deputy Conder of the Opposition argues the principle would allow deserters who apply to be treated as men who honored obligations to their country, potentially affecting discipline and employment standards.
The Air Ministry launches a safety campaign to reduce flying accidents. The program, part of the Directorate of Accident Prevention, will tour every unit and travelling exhibitions are used as the latest method to promote safety awareness among RAF personnel.
A Canadian paper reports Soviet Attache Colonel Zabotin was shot in the neck aboard a Ruslan ship en route to Moscow from Baltimore after recall following espionage disclosures. An unrelated indictment in the United States accuses Nicolai Redin of inducing a shipyard engineer to obtain data on the destroyer Leader Yelvin.
The War Department reveals that the Manhattan Project will make available radioactive materials derived from ore and reactor processes for medical study. Cancer is cited as a disease likely to benefit from available radioactive substances, with therapeutic applications anticipated after ongoing wartime research.
In London Friday Ryeden Ie led Belgium two matches to one in the European zone minifinal while Mekico led Canada two to nil in another. Borotis of France claimed Wimbledon entry was refused and cited a cable elbow forcing withdrawal. Harper and D W Butler won the Birmingham Priory men's doubles 10 8 over Motiram and Nico.
The Amateur Athletic Association withdrew permission for the BBC to televise athletic meetings at White City. The decision was announced during discussions with the Society for the Protection of Copyright and the collision advisory committee to confer on the matter.
The UNRRA agency reported seed shipments sufficient to plant 240 000 rows of grain and 300 000 of clover grass to Belarus and Russia. Director General Ta Guare din disclosed aid included nearly 200 000 tons of relief goods and clothing, seeds, and other essentials for Ukraine.
Angus Uaddow of Bentland and Edward Patrick Truman of Liverpool were each jailed for six years at the Dar Vaghurat Quarter Seaboring for armed robbery. The men deserted from the Royal Navy and were connected to a robbery that left the victim with £168 and a watch and other items missing.
In Melbourne last Monday a disputed incident led to the removal of a Russian flag and a Chinese flag at a Victory Day dinner attended by State Premier Mr Curry and Labour members. A clash followed and both flags were taken down after tensions arose over national symbols.
The Ormiston and Sydney today with 60 passengers, including 23 rin alonariva and six. Marist slaterefor or Ignatius, now 78, to the jnlanda in 1808. During the war all mesionar buildings were destroyed.
A fragment notes tensions as Labour factions reportedly reject Communist influence within the party. The report mentions AUC IND and a federation of Latin influence, signaling a political rift and doctrinal dispute amid factional realignments.
Marshal Bokolovsky announced that on May 1 Soviet forces ceased dismantling factories in their zone as part of wartime reparations for the Red Army.
Washington Friday, Harry Bridges, president of the Longshoremen's Union, blocked a proposed settlement of the maritime strike after leaders reached an agreement. He demanded an additional cent an hour to even wages between the west and east coasts.
A British military court at Brankswick, Germany, sentenced four Polish men to death for the murder of a German man and his wife during a night attack near Ganderstroini in January.
A fragmented report critiques secrecy around a conversion loan and the timing of disclosures. It notes investor interest and expected maturities, with references to a 210 million figure and debates over proper procedures. The piece mirrors editorials on transparency and market confidence.
Police at Melbourne's South Melbourne railway station shot two men after they ignored orders to halt and fired at bystanders. One man was wounded in the leg and both suspects are hospitalized under guard. authorities say the men were attempting a robbery.
Fragmentary OCR reports French naval figures including Admiral Abrial and Admiral Auphan tied to a dramatic court case. Names and roles appear garbled but reference former Marine Minister and Vichy officials facing charges linked to a November event.
Lord's hosts a noisy trial day with England selectors watching players including Browkes, Davies, Rowers, and Middleton. Scores and overs are listed as teams such as Gloucester and Worcester post varied totals, while weather-affected play and barracking color the scene.
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