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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 02, 1946
Page
1
Fragmentary report cites Dr Schacht claiming Jewish refugees will find homes in Palestine under Hitler. The piece references a German central bank official and alleged Nazi remarks, with distorted OCR presenting a chaotic mix of phrases about race, dictatorship, and propaganda figures Goebbels and Hitler.
London Tuesday report on the Anglo American Committee of Inquiry urges admitting 100000 Jewish refugees and rescinding the land purchase ban. It argues for limited emigration to Palestine while allowing those who wish to leave, with assembly centres in Germany and Austria to be closed and Jews offered paths to move.
A faction argues for prolonging the British mandate in Palestine under UN trusteeship to avoid abrupt sovereignty shifts and avert chaos. The Arab League and Arab Higher Committee decry the plan, predicting deep hostility and claiming Arab rights would be trampled, while some officials urge swift administration transfer and oppose unilateral moves. Protests are planned and the report faces strong Arab opposition.
Paris dispatch reports US delegates pledge a decisive showdown with Russia at the high level conference. Byrnes and FDR era aims push disarmament and new security steps while Germany and other topics appear on agendas amid tense crossfire and warnings.
London announces tax and salary reforms for MPs. No change to income tax relief for electors. Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition face pension reductions. Increases proposed for Postmaster General and Treasury ministers, with specific salary rises listed for several civil service officials.
In Rome on Wednesday fascists attacked a radio station amid protests across the province. Police confronted demonstrators following a fatal incident linked to Mussolini’s death. An armed clash ended with grenades and a police response at the Communist Party headquarters.
Reports indicate mass demonstrations in major cities worldwide against the Franco regime. Organizers claim global solidarity, urging unity and non governmental support to pressure authorities. The movement targets censorship and political repression, seeking democratic reforms and release of jailed activists.
The Times says personal contact of leaders from Britain and Dominions strengthens relations beyond London. An anticipated visit by Mr Attlee to Australia and New Zealand could set a valuable precedent for united action during office.
In New York a staged procession sees husbands greet wives with flowers as a celebratory scene unfolds. The event features a large traveling party including 36 wives and 20 children reaching their destination, with interrupted travels and a delayed return to New York after a stalled transcontinental journey.
Fragmentary dispatch reports Russian aircraft dive near a plane carrying General Mark Clark who was not aboard. Clark protested to authorities as the incident drew limited details and unclear motive from the line of reporting.
A terse note suggests Argentina may pursue a peace treaty with a designated party. The brief implies progress toward a settlement, with expectations of formal steps in the near term.
London news reports a reduction in the British cheese ration to two shillings weekly. The Minister for Food explains world shortages and wavering wheat, with talks among British ministers and Australian officials about increasing barley shipments and accelerating postwar port increases for butter and fats.
A report from Berkeley describes a synchrotron machine that accelerates electrons to create high energy particles, claiming it could surpass atomic energy in power. The article notes parallel work by Soviet scientists on a similar device and hints at enormous energy equivalents and speeds, with details obscured by secrecy.
At a cabinet meeting the Institute of Medical Research at the National University of Canberra was named in honor of the late John Curtin. The decision formalizes naming rights for the Curtin Memorial Institute of Medical Research pending final approvals.
Acting minister Bryn Mintater announced cabinet approval for an Australian delegation to attend the defence science conference in London. The roster includes navy officers, army officers, air force leaders, and munition officials led by Major General Dowds, with travel by March 4. The PM had named the earlier scientific season and the conference aims to extend cooperation and research in defence.
Stalin in an Order of the Day to the Red Army and Soviet people outlines a policy of peace, security, and equality for all peoples. He recalls Russia's victories and asks the world to recognize the fairness of the Soviet system and its aim of fraternity among nations.
A disastrous explosion demolished a shipyard, warehouse, and freight dock along the riverfront, sending debris across a long pier into the water. Vibration shattered windows miles away as workers fled and a lifeboat was spotted in the wreckage.
Two students died as police and a crowd stormed Alexandria police headquarters amid a rumour that Sidku Pasha negotiated with a British mission. Demonstrators reportedly threw from windows as tensions rose during the protest.
A Gannet aircraft collided with an airplane during a weekend incident, causing a significant crash. Officials cite a swift object as the probable cause as investigations proceed with no immediate details on casualties or location.
Manila reports a verdict linking Lieut. Sener Tukean Kono to war crimes as troops under his command carried out bloody expeditions across Panay. The account details graphic operations and the authorities announce a sentence in line with wartime edicts.
Detectives and RAAB search for Army nurse Patricia Mary Howard, last seen Monday at 3:39 p.m. in a hospital cloak room near Panes Street Station. She was visiting her aunt when she disappeared.
Paris conference officials dismissed Austrian claims to South Tyrol after reviewing multiple treaty proposals. Britain Yugoslavia urged an international Trieste commission, while Bevin favored a larger Ten nation plan. Poland and Czechoslovakia pressed broader territorial claims amid shifting European borders.
A Requiem Mass in Washington honored late Senator Keane with clerical leaders including Bishop Baltiowre and Archbishop McNamara. Attendees included Under-Secretary Acheson and officials from the State Department. The service, marked by diplomatic tributes, concluded with the body to be sent to Australia in about a fortnight.
Cabinet members met yesterday in silanes for a tribute to the late Senator Keane. Prime Minister Mr. Forde admitted the following revolution and pledged that the Commonwealth Government will reward the highest the survives and render tribute to the indefatigable administrator Benmwoy Keane.
Wellington reports a government meteorologist on Campbell Island was injured in a rough landing 400 miles south of New Zealand. The pilot, picked up by Catalina Myingbout crew, was brought to the mainland amid one of the worst flying conditions with strong anti-antarctic mist and ragged mountains.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer disclosed in the tolls of ammona that the Anglo financial agreement with France was signed on Monday and extended the payment machinery between France and the lending area until December 31. In February the French paid £40, reducing Britain’s credit by £870 million under the Bana chal agreement in March 1045.
Fragmented OCR report notes a Nazi linked Oxford group active in London with protests against war in Asia. Mentions an Australian actor and a fundraiser or collection drive, with figures like 6000 cited as funds. Doctor Buchman questioned awareness of details.
The report outlines proposed shifts of UK industries to Australia as part of Commonwealth governance ideas. Ministers discuss migration of key sectors to safer postwar positions, with debates between British and Australian authorities on structural advantages and costs.
The Prime Minister and the House of Commons faced a National Union of Journalists proposal for a Royal Commission to investigate ownership and control of the press, but the government declined to adopt it. The thread highlights pressure from journalists amid debates over press independence and state influence.
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