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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1945
Page
1
War correspondence reports Allied troops advancing six miles past Brunei Township amid heavy resistance and rugged terrain. Patrols endure heavy fire as Japanese forces attempt to halt the push with aggressive movements toward our patrols at night.
The report notes renewed raids on Formosa with Allied forces claiming success in air and sea actions. American Fifth Air Force crews supported strikes, while debris and enemy losses are tallied as US carriers and airfields on nearby targets faced continued bombardment.
A reader-dubbed fragment recounts tensions between military leaders over the Okinawa operation. Admiral Nimite defends the plan while critics accuse misinformed statements and missteps, with media figures accusing officials of withholding clear explanations. The exchange highlights the strain between Army and Navy positions amid postwar reflection.
The readable parts show garbled names and mixed language phrases. It mentions places and a 20 year factor but lacks coherent events. The fragment references a mall, a British entity, and a person named Somya or Soumya with unclear roles. Overall there is no clear incident, date, or outcome to report.
Sunday report says a bomb threat was received on arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester in Brisbane. Police and security were tightened as officers refused comment while official secrecy cloaked the incident amid doubled manpower and nearby support.
London reports Churchill Marshal Satin and President Truman to meet in Berlin within the month. The meeting aims to discuss events in Europe as Labour prepares for elections next month. Attlee accepts Churchill invitation despite Labour chairman remarks. Previous meetings of the alliance occurred in Tenaran and Water.
Contained in a Washington dispatch, reports say General Patton refused an order from General MacArthur amid postwar debate. The War Department reportedly sought to explain Patton’s stance and his readiness to continue combat or withdraw. Officials indicate a tension between command and alliance as the Pacific theater remains a key focus.
Fragmentary text shows a go slow protest at London docks led by thousands of workers and dock workers amid wartime urgency. The readable bits reference a vital cause and rising anger with possible expropriation themes and pressures on leadership.
Australian forces breached enemy lines on Bain Road in southern Bougainville, driving toward the Oga rata River. Reports state the Japs were countered and repulsed as Australians cleared the east side of the Hari River and established positions near Hart village No. 1 amid ongoing jungle fighting and pilots reporting steady progress.
A New York Times correspondent reports Allied gains in the Pacific and bold bomber offensives targeting Kyushu and Okinawa. The piece notes Japanese leaders fear intensified air attacks and potential negotiations toward peace, while American projections anticipate further bombing of Japan this year.
London reports a French and Spanish dispute over an attack on Spaniards traveling from Switzerland to Spain by train near Chambery. Spanish officials say the Maquis attacked the train, injuring several and killing or wounding others. France defends the incident as a clash involving the Maquis with mistrust of workers returned from Germany.
Tokyo reports a Japanese patrol vessel sustained heavy damage after a Soviet ship was sunk by a U S submarine. Details are unclear as the dispatch notes confusion and incomplete names and places.
London report discusses press suppression of former German Foreign Minister von Ribben trop upon arrival in Frankfurt. Army Group chiefs deny publication of details while noting possible trial. A covering note by General Montgomery links a message to Churchill and mentions a daughter’s reference to a prior message.
Franco denies Spain allied with Germany and says he warned Hitler Spain would fight to defend itself against invasion. He detailed conversations about fascist pressure, Falange influence, and Spain’s stance as World War II reshaped alliances.
A hazardous device exploded Sunday in Ant werp causing numerous deaths and injuries. Reports say authorities are investigating but details remain unrevealed. Witnesses describe chaotic scenes as crowds were struck by projectiles and a police operation to control the area was underway.
Belgian government resigns after being informed of the king’s return, triggering a formal handover and new political setup. Officials say the move follows constitutional protocol and aims to stabilize the country amid shifting alliances.
Fragmentary notice reports Lord Haw Haw to appear at Bow Street on Monday with police muster details unclear. The filmy text references May 12 and men on duty at the Bow Street location amid a disrupted scene.
An official note yesterday morning reported King Leopold's retirement to Belgium. The government resigned to the Prince Regent as ministers warned that public order would depend on the King’s forthcoming pronouncement. Officials cited a potential general strike and railroad disruption as gendarmes tightened rail guards amid mounting political tension and reactions from Belgian parties.
Dispatches state there will be no delay to the Simla conference as Viceroy Wavell informs Jinnah of arrangements. A mixed group of 21 Indian invitees has yet to reply, and the Congress Working Committee may empower Gandhi to attend the talks.
Fragmented report covers UN CIO curtain events with Truman hoping to leverage closing reunion. Dialogue mentions Ukrainian and Australian foreign ministers and attempts to define good faith in context of world charter discussions and Big Five dynamics.
Fragmented report of a British Commons debate on French government policy and Allied actions in Syria and Lebanon. Mentions attempts at intervention, terms like Draconian measures, and French leaders de Gaulle and Beynet era, with parliamentary questions on the impact of actions.
A wartime report from London notes Krupps to operate under Allied supervision. Details mention an alliance with 1G Farben Industrie and a special commission to regulate Marmont Prison and related industry. The piece references German workers and signals ongoing enforcement measures.
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