25 Jun 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1946
Page
1
Paris reports parties including Bidault and Catholic factions rejected an interim cabinet plan. Communists and socialists debated wage goals with a 23 percent demand versus 16 percent, while a referendum on the drag constitution and timing of elections were discussed.
New Delhi Monday reports indicate the All-India Congress did not vote at its hectic meeting. The Working Committee may adopt a motion by Gandhi to reject the interim government plan while other factions hint at possible acceptance of the long term plan, signaling a potential salvage of parts of the proposal amid shifting positions. The Associated Press notes commentators see the talks as nearly concluded with Congress factions split on the interim option.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a British Indian political conference in Cambridge with Mel bourne University figures and discussions on Britain’s Cabinet, national leadership, and a proposed interim government for India. The text mentions Congress, Gandhi, Patel, and strained negotiations, with references to leadership doubts and possible constitutional shifts.
In Bangkok Monde Omicini sources reported an incident involving Ramese King shot at close range. The Ming Ananda revenied notes and a commission inquiry provided no clear determination on the victim's death or the shooter’s identity.
London reports a new British proposal for an Anglo Egyptian treaty includes an Egyptian Defence Council with equal British and Egyptian experts and military maintenance by Egypt of existing British installations to be used without delay after council sanction.
Report from Moscow notes a Russian welcome for delegates amid wartime inflation and troop movements. Over 20,000 people in a 6th region are said to have taken part in the ceremonies as evacuations and executive meetings unfold. Delegates seek British forces' withdrawal while federation leaders urge peace talks and a rapid conference close.
Report from Reuters cites a Moscow underground Nazi network with over 100 commanders. Police traced links to Germany and television centers, noting raids in Lower Belinia as part of a broader inquiry into wartime camps and prisoner movements. Names and details appear fragmented in the dispatch.
A glider soared to a record height yesterday amid mixed weather. Reports describe the craft achieving an altitude near 190,900 feet before a controlled descent. Officials from the aviation bureau noted the achievement as a landmark in unpowered flight testing.
A terse note describes recent global communications and media ties among several nations, noting four reporters and a correspondent from America. It mentions a Yugoslav connection and references a central paper’s role in relaying the story as part of a broader press network.
Sir Ramaswami Mudaliar filed a complaint accusing South Africa of apartheid against Indians and urged the UN General Assembly to act. He notes the dispute risks harming India South Africa ties and recalls the High Commissioner's recall as India considers a trade pact with South Africa. He cites the Natal Indian Act as intensifying discrimination aimed at property rights and residency.
The U.S. flag ship Nevada and carrier Independence witnessed the atomic test from about ten miles away as Admiral Blandy led the operation aboard the Mount McKinley. Reports described the blast height and observed yellow flame between the ships, with crew noting a brilliant jewel-like flash and rain sprites in the aftermath.
Testimony from Tomi Sumuki, a Japanese newspaper man, claims General Tojo pressured Togo to accept the Foreign Minister post months before Pearl Harbor. Sumuki says Tojo promised support for a peace settlement and that Togo was surprised by Toyo entering militaristic cabinet.
Fragmented text notes a discussion on MAMILA and vegetarian groups from Japan with unclear roles. Mentions of a “Great Puwyre” and calls to align with a broader alliance, plus a 30 day timetable for a shipment of machinery. The writing is garbled and many proper names are unreadable.
A London dispatch reports German authorities plan to try hangman suspects and war criminals. Eight sentences and pending cases loom, with courts anticipated to impose further actions as trials proceed in the remorseless postwar period.
London reports that Allied intelligence traced a hoax story to mislead Britain into sending aid. Dutch collaborators and Gestapo torture pressured Holland’s underground to reveal coded operations and planned drops. One rescuer escaped, exposing the ruse and ending the deception.
Paris dispatch reports Friday deadline for Foreign Ministers to decide on draft peace treaties. Molotov hints at possible Austrian Tyrol and Franco Italian issues to address. Commentators note potential deadlock and calls for a larger conference while seeking decisive progress on postwar settlements.
A fragmentary historical note recalls an Allied amphibious assault in Europe, led by Eisenhow er and Lt. Was, praised for unity of Britain and the United States. It credits overwhelming logistics and a decisive Falujey pocket action, noting German miscalculations and the enemy’s loss of initiative.
Jerusalem reports indicate two of the three British officers held as hostages were released after a mysterious phone call to Reuters in Tel Aviv. The remaining officer remains in the hands of the terrorist organization. Broadcasts accuse Britain of breaking war rules and threaten further action if negotiations fail.
Nairobi report on British settlers petitioning Governor against Tanganyika trusteeship under UN while Tanganyikans died in the war. Draft terms aim to align with UN Charter. petition argues Africans should not be pawns in international politics. Separate items describe kidnapping, injuries, and release of workers, with unclear status on two officers.
Thirty one men charged in an Egyptian court with storing and transporting weapons and explosives. The suspects, described as unidentified from SAP and other groups, faced arraignment after being apprehended abroad. A conference with Egyptian and British officials discussed regional security and the Grand Mufti's role in Middle East policing.
Fragmentary text discusses a proposed Tet compromise plan and internationalisation of Triaste and Wie soaalon. Mentions Malator awaiting peace, Budanik's compromise, and axle point tier Mullan. details are unclear due to garbled characters and missing context.
A chaotic OCR fragment reports a trial involving Japanese defendants and allegations of brutal acts. The names and details are obscured, but the piece references judges Major D B Kuper and others, with unclear location and dates.
A damaged fragment notes an earthquake near Victoria with tremors felt across Vancouver Island. Reports mention collapsed crates and structural damage, with residents scrambling for safety as crews assess affected buildings and utilities.
A brief obituary reports the death of Weetean Hero in Los Angeles at age 2. The notice notes the child’s early life and references the family’s hometown and guardians. Limited readable details imply a local mourning update with standard tributes.
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