28 May 1946
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 28, 1946
Page
1
Soviet sources call for a general peace conference as French forces push along the Mekong near Siam. Reports say crossings into Siam's Nakom Phanom district were met with Siamese police resistance while French troops advance toward Nong Fon and Mongkat, with French refugees forming a Bronner during earlier Indo-Chinese turmoil.
The report notes Molotov pressing for agreement on proposed draft terms at a Moscow conference. It mentions American support and suggests dispute over draft wording among participants. The piece hints at leaders like Molotov and US figures guiding fate of the talks and future relations. It references possible alignment or resistance among allied groups and the potential impact on negotiations.
Allied leaders fail to agree on a definite separation policy toward Japan and the scale of reparations. The Far Eastern Commission debates how to divide payments, with factions urging continuity of a semi autonomous reparations body or a shift to a unified commission. The result is an interim, limited plan and continued stalemate.
The correspondent reports a possible postponement of Prime Minister Attlee’s planned trip to Australia. Officials have not confirmed dates or whether the visit will be rescheduled, with announcements anticipated as late as October.
London dispatch reports that the Communist bloc dominates the elections with the Communist party leading among the nationalsemianats and allied groups. Voter tallies show Communists ahead of the People's Party Catholic groups and other parties.
Paris dispatch reports the Council of Foreign Ministers adjourned as May 16 target dates loom. France seeks new moves on Franco Italian frontier while Allied forces discuss boundary arrangements and potential troop withdrawals amid tense diplomacy.
A six unit inquiry group led by General Demittle examined alleged social diminutions within the U S Army. The panel proposed measures affecting pay promotions decorations and the abolition of wartime visiting practices. The focus remained on overseas posts and forged a plan to monitor and modify ranks and facial associations.
Canberra prepares for a large Victory Day procession on Monday June 10 with 1,000 service personnel and other bodies invited to march from the Northbourne Avenue and Tandon Circuit intersection to Victoria Square. Officials including the Minister for the Interior and the Head of the Hayal Military College will participate.
Fragmentary OCR summary notes a Chinese push toward Harbin and Nanking with references to peace negotiations, renewal of barriers, and an arrangement by May 2. Mentions community and political figures in vague terms and lacks clear names or dates.
Announcement from the Secretary of Agriculture outlines accelerating U.S. wheat shipments over the next five weeks to support global grain trade. The plan aims to export about one third of world shipments, boosting Americas role in supplying foreign markets amid tight supply and rising demand.
Russia and Poland signed a financial pact under which Russia will supply arms and ammunition to Poland and offer long term credits as future operations. Moscow agreed to finance shipments to Poland due to currency and gold shortages, with plans for continued armament and supply deals throughout the war.
New Delhi Monday, Congress Leader Pandit Nehru urged an end to the terror in the Kashmir Valley after the recent attack in Srinagar. He warned clashes were increasing daily as seven women were killed and dead bodies lay in the city of Srinagar as military authorities move to restore order and clean the areas.
Molotov issued a message from Moscow praising the Anglo-Soviet pact anniversary and urging Bevin to accept mutual wishes. He described the agreement as a symbol of political and military unity in the fight against a common enemy and noted Allied resolve amid formidable tanks.
Brigadier Glubb of the Arab Legion at Amman warned that implementing the Anglo American Fejextiva report could force war with the Arab League. He outlined possible refugee dispersal to America Britain and elsewhere and questioned whether Britain’s force could enforce the plan for large divisions amid rising tensions and potential regional conflict.
London reports a Labour and France conference discussion in Toulouse. MP Noel Baker says the world cannot hold the Labour Party and reforms, with Britain's June conference to review the Spanish situation. The piece also mentions US White House comments and troop movements toward Miami and Kentucky amid labor and political tensions.
Fragmentary notes discuss Ceylon and the Ceylonese people in relation to a proposed constitution. The text references Hodisater dating and questions about interest in Ceylon’s governance without clear details or outcomes.
The Brotherhood of Railmen vows to spend its 47 million dollar fund to oppose President Truman in the next election. President Whitney says rail workers will back a strike if needed to oust Truman, blaming his handling of a recent railway dispute for eroding support. He claims the federation is the world’s richest labor group and warns lawmakers who voted for the legislation will face retaliation. Rail lines to be returned to owners after a settlement ends the strike, with federal revivals reportedly easing.
Double VC recipient Charles Upham tops a New Zealand unit, with mention of loyalist ceremony and a parade in London. Notes on funds raised in Canterbury and scholarships tied to servicemen, reflecting wartime honors and civic support.
A remote report notes Tabriz could become a storm centre as tensed regional weather and political strains rise. An Ame rican correspondent cites unrest and heavy traffic around the city, with locals wary of potential clashes and disruptions.
A number of princes including Judd YO and Monga Emperor Airohito’s brother P. Chichiby resign from the House of Peers in response to General MacArthur’s purge directive. Official figures show 161 princes resigned in total.
The Egyptian paper cites an Egyptian magazine via the Cairo correspondent in Daily Mail claiming Britain aims to establish a military base in Egypt. The report says Britain would retain ships and emergency facilities, with Egypt maintaining armed stores under treaty terms and British supervision of strategic sites.
A chaotic scene aboard the Montaray sees multiple war brides departing just before a planned voyage. The line lists 435 brides from Australia and other nations, with participants from Western region, New South Wales, and New Zealand amid preparations for inland camps.
A troubled report notes church prayers held across London and Torquay as cinema openings loom Monday. Paramedic-like breaks for tea and coffee appear amid a public debate on polling and media presence in the streets.
An American intelligence unit reports locating ancient gold items believed tied to Hitler. The treasure, valued at £1.25 million, was possibly intended to fund a last stand in the Bavarian stronghold, according to a Reuters-like source.
Berlin report notes Washington stops reparations from the American zone to speed a four power decision on Potsdam. Gen. Clay says action safeguards the area if Potsdam is not implemented, with Germany remaining divided and Allies controlling western zones. Embargo on 19 1920 plants is discussed amid fears of broader consequences.
The report states Australia would divert wheat stocks intended for Commonwealth markets to India as an emergency measure. It notes the High Commissioner for India and government officials discussing shifting exports to avert a looming crisis, with plans for use over the next few months.
Australia considers a special meal for India, proposed by Monds of the Whest Baird group. Reported plan would use bran and pollard residue, up to 1400 tonnes weekly, to aid poultry feed and reduce waste. Attn meal concept described as Attn.
In Budapest seven government decrees will be activated before August 1 to launch reforms aimed at halting runaway inflation. Measures include monetary tightening and price controls. The article notes sabellion and production shifts, with the value of the currency dropping to about 3,000 tillone per dalle.
A chaotic news digest reports on public health fears and volunteer exposure to typhus, a power house failure in Perth, licensing court penalties for bottle handling, a seaborne rescue near Sydney, and a spate of crime and accident notes. It mentions a master’s influence, linseed oil, a coastal outbreak risk, and a war correspondent’s theft report.
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