04 May 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 04, 1946
Page
1
The Aree Higher Committee outlines a resistance program against AngloAmerican policy on Jewish migration to Palestine. It issues an ultimatum to Mr Attlee and calls for mobilization by militant groups, insisting Britain must respect Palestinian self rule and opposing the plan to depose nationalist leadership.
A brief report notes London officials plan to advance flour extraction reforms amid fears of impact on bread and biscuit materials. The article mentions a 3D patent protection measure and potential changes to supply and production in response to looming shortages.
Fragmented report shows Greece seeking reparations from an unnamed enemy with emphasis on immediate reconstruction and deferral of certain expenses. The text references locations and parties in unclear phrasing, including mentions of Bulgaria and northern lands, with no clear dates or outcomes.
In London Friday the Vienna note reports the Foreign Ministers conference in Paris refused to include South Tyrol in minority rights promises, sparking protests in Innsbruck and a Tyrolean strike that paused at noon. Demonstrators urge Gruber to brief Paris on the issue and oppose what is viewed as a violation of Atlantic Charter principles.
A cryptic OCR fragment describes a yacht trip to London from Australia with unclear dates and routes. The text mentions costs, routes, and names such as Obrenar and Fors, but details are garbled. The item reads like a travel ledger with incomplete figures and locations.
Fragmented notes describe a London taxation discussion with unclear participants and phrases. The text mentions Exehryarn and Dr SS Dales and references Britain Australia relations, but specifics and outcomes remain obscured in the garbled OCR.
Fragmentary report indicates General France reshuffles the Falangist National Council appointing new leadership while trimming membership. Observers see the move as a power shift affecting parliamentary strength with about 30 seats in Parliament subject to change.
Reports from CHICAGO and Northern Italy describe Allied air operations as pilots push wage demands and schedule changes. Troops mark an anniversary as warships maneuver in harbour while pilots threaten strikes seeking higher pay and reduced maximum flying hours.
The United Nations Security Council is to meet on Tuesday to consider the Persian case. Dots reports will come from Persia and Russia on Soviet withdrawal from Persia. Delegates have no clear withdrawal plans and it is unclear if the Soviet delegation will attend. Gromyko has not indicated any position on Persia. UNO activities focus on preparations for the Munsee Bugnts Commission session.
Amid a lengthy 18 day debate, the Lown to Britain Bill stalls in the Senate. The majority faction, including leading figures, argues for or against immediate action as partisan tensions rise and parliamentary maneuvering continues.
In Tokyo the trial begins for former Prime Minister Tojo and 25 top Japanese war suspects. Guards with pistols and tommy guns escort defendants to Minion court as Itagaki and Kimura join hearings later. The panel, led by Sir William Webb, vows fair proceedings despite high ranks, with indictments to be read and pleadings to follow.
A wartime tribunal cites foreign nations blamed for Hitler's ascent and the Nazi regime. Hjalmar Schückmann warns against recognizing the harmful man while others recall efforts to curb him. The dialogue touches on economic figures and the Reich's flawed strategy as war began.
Fragmentary text mentions Australia and bases with references to interviews and defence policy. The readable parts point to discussions on Australian bases and supply of defences, noting an American involvement and a general policy stance. Details and names are unclear due to the OCR damage.
A British official stated that there is no government policy banning religions in Britain and that discrimination between religious bodies would not be government policy. The remarks followed questions about a group from America seeking admission and the government’s stance on religious tolerance.
A British report criticizes British handling in Java after Japan’s surrender. Internees ordered to rerain, 38,000 Japanese released late, and Dutch servants treated with Indonesians. The commission cites damage to cultivation and industry totaling £784,727 and £3,306,280 seized by Republican bands. Indonesia’s path to sovereignty remains disputed amid Dutch reservations.
A fragment reports US and German authorities restricting aid to displaced persons in Frankfurt May 15. It notes inability to aid Belgian arrivals and mentions no details on Polish nationals. wording is uncertain and garbled.
At Rabaul, eight Japanese were sentenced to death and four to long terms in prison, ages 19 to 20, for participating in the massacre of island natives in the Breantaland and Nancu territories. Lieut Nobar Yamaguchi testified that Commander Suauke urged his unit to shoot natives, declaring they would be shot if they failed to act.
Labour to oppose Mr Blain at the next elections with candidates including Darwin Pricey Dr Wallman and a dealdent medical Moar enttdyned as Labour candidate to oppose Mr Blain.
Paris reports indicate ministers failed to break a deadlock over Allied supervision of Italian war criminals and other treaty obligations. Observers doubt further talks will continue as key points remain unresolved and wider frontier issues still divide the powers.
A prison riot at Alcatraz in San Francisco Bay erupts as inmates armed with a machine gun clash with guards. Marines land to assist, casualties reported with guards killed and wounded while inmates barricade cells and seize weapons. The darkness hampers control of the turmoil.
A mutinous group at Ban Vittorn gaol seized the yard and held guards during a four hour standoff before a strong force of warrants and troops repelled the disturbance. Shots were fired with one guard reportedly injured.
Fragmented text mentions Smuts backing Australia on empire defence and references leaders and possible wartime context. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
Washington tribute to the era eared edition notes Australia contributed millions of dollars in value to the United States. The piece says Australia supplied a large sum in currency and goods aiding American efforts, saving time and money during the conflict.
In the year documented, concerns arise over gambling practices related to greyhound courses and betting. The report notes limited data from the region, with uncertain figures and a focus on potential experimentation and oversight in the area.
Article notes a debate within Italian labour circles over monarchy with mention of Cavour and a controversial rebuttal. The fragment hints at a pro monarchy stance and opposition within the movement.
Fragmentary brief items report on British control of atomic energy and Melbourne notices. The text mentions penalties for unauthorised lectures on atomic information and a Victorian building trades award extension affecting maintenance workers and others in the construction sector.
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