Calcutta unrest as bombs and riots strike during talks ahead
Leaflets drop over Calcutta as British and Indian leaders brace for Monday talks on transfer of power. Police report clashes between Muslims and Hindus leave three dead and 32 injured while crowds curb normal life. Mountbatten aims for peace talks with Patel and Nehru leaders.
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Warran
Baca
Atatanant Colatidad
Cal
Loe Patreks Wien Opal
Barre
Kring
Melitta
Moster League
Mahasabha
Bikh
Aula -Cortoren
Oottense
Panjab
Germans Rate Churchill Higher Than Stalin in Public Poll
A Berlin based Control mimion poll asked Germans in their zone to name the living man they most admire. Churchill led Stalin 24.7 percent to 19.7 percent, with the Pope next at 4 percent and Pruman at 7.7 percent. Otto Hahn and Dr. Kurt Rehumacher appear among German figures, with Rehumacher at 27 percent.
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Stalin
Berlin
Mimion
Geromns
Pruman
Britirh Gayermont
Otto Hahn
Hith
Selentiat
Whim
Kurt Rehumacher
Russia Rated High In Shanghai Paper Poll
A Shanghai paper poll shows Russia favored for a United States of Europe and indicates varied support for a European union plan. Voters assign votes to Russia Britain France and the United States with differing percentages.
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Russia
Shanghai
Paris
Churshill
United States of Europe
Leon
New York
United
New York Times
Tagan
United States
Britain
Prance
U S Admiral to Fly to Australia
Admiral Louis Denfeld plans a June 1 flight to Australia to join Ambassador Sutter and attend social events tied to the 16th May Squadron visit. The trip aims to discuss wartime bases and strategic matters with Australia and the Commonwealth.
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U.S
Australia
Washington
Wea
Louis Kimil Denfelds
Aantecen
Jeet
Den.dd
Danield
Commonwealth of Wale
Furreit Manu Island
United States
Whites linked to kidnapping plot from prison in North Carolina
The report details allegations of white men implicated in kidnapping a Black man from prison near Jackson North Carolina. It notes warrants viewed against suspects, a May 23 event in Jackson, and federal involvement amid claims of staged attacks and confessions.
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Jackson
Carolina
Godwin
FBT
Bush
Nation Department
St Paul
Matt Amon
Charred Bodies Found Near Wreckage in Manila Region
A search party located ten charred bodies near the wreckage of the Skymaster named Lill Marlene on Mount Tagan slope, about twenty miles from Dananion, Midanae. Witnesses report the aircraft left Huyut hall in flames, with the vessel discovered by local watchers who relayed the scene to Danalen.
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Manila
Wednaasey
Lill Marlene
Mount Tagan
Dananion
Huyut
Hall
Weayit
Dansalen
U N O Appeals for Destitute Women and Children
An international appeal urged support for a relief fund aiding destitute women and children. Campaign officials asked communities to donate and estimated figures to measure potential aid impact, with ongoing efforts coordinated by the organization.
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York
Weananda
Elie
TNO
Nowa
Self Government for Samqaz in New York and Wellington Plan
A garbled report outlines a proposed self government for Samqaz with trusteeship and a Wellington meeting set for June 29. It mentions preliminary committees, Western arbor and Australia, a transition to appoint a representative for a November meeting, and a petition from Western Suna requesting self rule.
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York
Wolnestay
Wellington
Aguenitin
New
Ethani
Frommewes
Western Suna
United States Moves on Nicaragua Coup Amid Rebel Conflict
An American stance on recognizing the new government in Nicaragua is muddled as officials seek consensus with other governments. General Gutlerree and supporters challenge the coup while several officers sympathetic to the rebels have been detained.
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United States
Poller Gutletree
Ins
China Edges Toward Chaos Amid Global Tensions
A garbled report hints at rising instability with references to rival nations, military posture, and political debates. The text mentions unspecified regions and terms like invasion, control, and reaction by authorities, suggesting a tense security climate and upcoming confrontations.
La Guardia Plans World Tour Amid Tentative Schedule
A New York figure, La Guardia, announces a forthcoming world tour linked to Australian society ties. The plan follows endorsements and a projected itinerary, with the President noting expectations and a key group involvement in the journey.
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New York
Australie Society of
la ‘Ating
Labour Party Conference Eyes Funds for Propaganda Effort
London reports from Margate as The British Labour Party meeting selects publicity plans and a propaganda fund. A proposed annual total around £40,000 is debated for local and trader unions and cross-affiliations.
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London
Margate
Labour Party
Daily Telegraph
Bohrmann Said to Be in Russian Hands
Nuremberg reports that Martin Bohrmann and other Himmler associates are said to be alive and in Russian hands or seen abroad. The Evening News correspondent notes Nazis awaiting trial by denazification courts and mentions alleged survivors of Berlin’s fall.
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Nuremberg
Martin Bohrmann
Hitler
Wall
Russia
Berlin
Evening News
Himmler
Bohrmann
Kaltenbrunn
Rubber industry heads warn of downturn if tapping continues
Mr RB Palmer, president of Wilke Planting and Rubber, says many rubber plantations will be torched if tapping remains constant and the stump in the palm is kept in that state, predicting a slump in rubber production.
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RB. Palmer
Wilke
Canberra Seen as Site for Jap Peace Talks
Reuters reports Australia pushes for Canberra or another Pacific venue for the Commonwealth conference on the Japanese peace treaty. Britain is urged to send ministers while Canberra debates hosting timing and invites Canada and South Africa, amid fears of premature state announcements.
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Britain
Mont Canberra
Pacific
Reviere
Reuters
Maxtoue
Mio
Wikhive
Wate
Paris
Generatl
eArthuc
Cordingly
Tokyo
Dent
Yokk Heralds
Trhunie
Anpan
Kuril
Beitian
Hensley
Cakiberra
Bout
Canberra
Beasley
oMolals
Canada
Commonwealth of Nations
Australia
Oberammergau Actor Fined For Being A Nazi
An Oberammergau actor faced a fine amid the Nazi scandal described in the report. The piece notes tensions around a costume event, party alignment, and possible political implications for the production.
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Oberammergau
New US Approach at Geneva Talks
Geneva reports say the main hope is for Under-Secretary of State Clayton to return with fresh instructions. Delegations show little inclination to concede and expect no major changes in positions without a satisfactory breakthrough.
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U.S
Geneva Talks
London
Geneva
Mr. Clayton
Washington
Ing
New Atari
Adda
Balance Budget for Victoria
Melbourne report notes Premier Cain told the Legislative Assembly today that a recent review of receipts and expenditure shows the state will present a balanced budget. The figure will not exceed 13 000.
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Melbourne
Tremier
Cain
Leais
Evatt Undermined Relations in Indonesia
Apparent misstatements and disputed remarks by Evatt during a trip to Australia strained ties with Indonesia. Officials describe the public statements as premature and misleading, prompting a formal rebuke from Australian union leaders and calls for clarification before further talks.
Europe Turns to Collectivism Amid Global Shift
The piece argues Europe leans toward collectivism as Western Hemisphere and other regions face industrial and economic strain. It cites Hoover warning on Europe’s pinch, U.S. aid plans, and Geneva diplomacy shaping postwar power.
Smuts Endorses Palestine Partition Amid Global Debate
In a Capetown address, Smuts urged dividing Palestine as a solution, likening it to proposed partition of India. He argued laws should grant part of Palestine to those who held it, while other officials cited the Security Council veto as a setback to peace efforts.
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Wadnesday
Palestine
Baym
Plela - Marahal Bravle
Bonante
India
S.W. Africa
Mirahiel Smith Anid
South Africa
Bousharest Africa
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General Assembly
Lone
Paul
Feadie
Snuth
Matthal Snyvis
U S Patience Near Exhaustion With Russia Reported
Washington reports growing U S frustration with Russian tactics amid stalled Potsdam talks and lack of progress toward a separate peace. A correspondent notes Britain’s stance complicating alliance dynamics as the United States weighs next steps.
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Washington
United States
Hoover
Benn
Potsdam
Britain
Acme
Fumi
Commission to Fly to Palestine in Fact-Finding Mission
Two chartered aircraft will fly members of the Palestine Inquiry Commission from New York to Palestine, with schedules aimed at early June. The move involves the Secretariat and officials from the American Zionist Emergency Council, while stressing that U.S. policy will respect Jewish rights under the mandate and oppose immigration restrictions.
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New York
Palestine Taquiry
Thomas Dewey
American Zionist Emergency Council
United States
Palestine
Palatine
Dewey Reid
Perman
Pat Penibeat Aciucone
Australia Not At Talks On Italian Colonies
Australia will not attend discussions on Italian colonies and will seize ships bound for Palestine. London reports say the Australian government warns of deterring action if colonization plans proceed, with troops possibly involved in North Africa and tensions rising over access to Palestine.
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Australia
English Tennis London Tourney Produces Upsets
In Birmingham the Priory invitational term tourney saw notable upsets. Nancy Bolton defeated Madamointi Straubeva in women’s singles while Jean Ortock beat Bea Min Botton. John Harper and Jock Harper won men’s matches with clear margins.
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London
Smtrs
Herry Hopman
Mem Hilton
Priory
Birminghai
Nancy Bolton
Madamointi Straubeva
Bea
Min
Botton
Mra
Jean Ortock
Flea John Harper
Jock Harper
A. Filington
Pinger
Sen Zealand
Mamen Rescued by Helicopter in Jungle Rescue
A helicopter rescue operation on May 2 saved Mamen from a jungle area near Waul Nica. The mission involved winches and flying crews, with American members assisting. Occupants of the plane were still uncertain as rescuers continued efforts.
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Panania Catal
Tony
Anya
Ih Waal
Nica
Amiprican Alemmen
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