24 Nov 1945
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1945
Page
1
Frantic clashes erupt in Calcutta amid student demonstrations. Police fire on crowds. several officers hurt. Protests swell with calls for order as government and military forces attempt to restore calm. Arrests, barricades, and injuries reported amid chaotic scenes across multiple cities.
A damaged report describes civilians lost and a Japanese ship in the New Guinea area. It names government officials such as H. Bags and C. Murray and notes involvement of public health, agriculture and defense authorities. The piece mentions figures linked to the colonial administration and a gathering of prominent residents and military personnel connected to the event.
A garbled report references Hong Kong as a potential base in Shungking with stray phrases about May, numbers, and a session of Mathe n ia to Rus tia. The text appears fragmented and unreadable in places, but mentions base plans and a meeting date noted as Friday.
A prominent official was arrested at the Orisbae union on Friday. The report notes duels and tensions surrounding a dispute tied to an industrial project. Details remain unclear due to fragmentary text.
A transcription error filled report notes advocacy for reducing meat rations. The Avoney and Country Womants Association leaders addressed attendees on ration cuts and wartime food distribution with concern for supply and civilian needs.
Northrop Aircraft announced a jet propelled flying bomb with a 34 foot wingspan. The launch track is 50 feet long enabling air to air attack at high speed. The device carries an explosive charge of 3 7000.
A London bulletin from Buckingham Palace reports Princess Margaret Rose underwent an operation after a pain complaint. The procedure was deemed necessary after Kray examination and was followed by a fortnight of recovery. The King requested strict confidentiality during the royal absence.
Reports from Batavia indicate Indonesian leaders led by Sutan Simbei refuse to engage with Dutch and Allied commanders. Talks with General Sir Miles Dempsey were canceled as Indonesians protest continued Dutch control and possible talks with allied forces.
Fragmentary text reports a conversation with the Foreign Secretary about Indonesia and Britain. It notes tensions, a claim Britain would not desist from fighting, and references Indonesian actions and allied reactions during a tense international moment.
An electrical engineer Mr R Schick describes a machine that destroys germs by sound. The device allegedly shakes and vibrates bacteria until they die within minutes. Reported to have been revised with industrial council review for safety and effectiveness.
Mr Bevin urged nations to speak frankly and show willingness to cooperate with the United Nations on security. He warned Britain faces no advantage in secrecy and pressed for transparency ahead of the General Assembly meeting and the San Francisco conference outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate miners extend holidays and a delay affecting a local defense project. Names, dates, and places are unclear, but the item references a Friday decision and a nine-day extension affecting a specific work operation.
Paris reports General de Gaulle moving to nationalise banking and electric power plants. Ministers are to draft legislation with Auriol and Boconnlat overseeing key questions. Maurice Thorpe Gay to coordinate civil voter matters, with France Gay handling Franco German and North African affairs.
The dispute centers on the Information Department amid claims of blame for a controversial broadcast. Prime Minister Chifley outlined steps involving External Affairs to manage political content, with authority shifted to a new weekly division led by Mr Rory under former Information Director in Victoria.
The Minute for Labour states no secret decisions were reached as cabinet members and Mr Hol into discussions on arbitration reform. The report notes that a four hour week and wage bands were hoped to be settled by a future date.
A family from New Zealand travels through North Wales aboard a naval hospital ship toward the United States. They accompany an American serviceman, W. Bingham, whose condition worsens as he is treated en route. The voyage uses a special ship facility provided by the navy. The wife, Bien, and her two children accompany their husband toward the mid‑state where he will receive care and later reunite with their family.
The North Ameren Aviations Company line produced a new twin fivelogy Murtuup Tighter with a 2500 mile range and a speed of AT raves ny bel TL. An operation steeling of 453000 Font sand warn camey Kir TKK wort.
Fragmentary report describes a plane crash near Devon after lifting off for India. A single occupant died, with a second severely injured as the craft failed to clear a hill, amid unclear details and damaged wording.
Fragmented court readings describe accusations against Hermann Goring for murders linked to the Brest region in 1943. Witness accounts reference documents and wills, noting potential subpoenas for European leaders and high officials as prosecutors outline plots to consolidate Nazi power and redraw borders.
Athens reports the new Greek prime minister denounced actions by King George and warned of Britain linking financial aid to political reform. A royalist backlash and monarchist factions compounded tensions as the government sought a constitutional path amid a parliamentary challenge.
London reports that a demented German soldier shot two British troops near Hereford. One died en route to hospital. the other wounded man survived. British authorities tightened security and launched an intensive search for the assailant, who fired after approaching the soldiers and resisting capture.
The French government protested to Britain against the allocation of German coal, signaling strong disapproval of the cession. The exchange highlighted tensions over postwar resource distribution and French concerns about fair access to essential energy supplies.
Ambiguous report describes renewed hostilities between Indo and Chla factions over Mostagi. Woll-ermed Asner appears as a guarded figure amid the fighting with unknown temperance aims and shifting frontline positions.
Fragmentary notes describe an Australian and Indian cricket contest with unclear phrasing. It mentions a defeat by two wickets and references early tour dates and writers, but many words are garbled, leaving the exact teams, venues, and outcomes ambiguous.
In Brintunence a contest unfolds between Briabane and Queenaland with Leah Wales and Geeta leading for New Wales XL. Scores hint at 33 percent in play while Bowie, Cathed, and Tallow contribute limited points as observers note a tight game and evolving tactics.
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