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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 11, 1945
Page
1
Chaos averted at the last minute as the chair of the committee K Malena announces a meeting to discuss resuming work amid emergency state concerns. A teleconversation between the prime minister and the prime minister’s wife is mentioned as authorities weigh union actions and railway worker sentiments.
A Shanghai briefing cites a spokesman stating that well armed troops from the Communist Fourth Army are in the area, with protection plans and possible offensive actions. The central government weighs the situation while acknowledging strong Communist positions and the potential for uprisings. The report notes uncertainty over troop movements and loyalty among local factions.
New York reports US discussions on aiding Britain with 400 million dollars in loans and trade concessions. Debate centers on condition that Britain balance sterling in London and share wartime postwar finance, with risks of political blocs if aid is withheld.
A damaged front page fragment notes fighting locations and casualties amid references to Japan and Annamite forces. It mentions district judge Sydney and a judge named Molin, with Molin admitted to the Bar in 1998. The text includes garbled names and dates, reflecting a historical news brief style.
Reported remarks claim Japan’s new premier pledges to place citizens over promises and military interests while condemning wartime profiteering and economic penetration of China. The piece notes domestic unrest and calls for public meetings in Tokyo amid political tension.
A batch of 18 political prisoners including founders of the Communist Party Im pan are freed from Fuchu Gaol. Analysts say the party will not gain significant influence in Japan for some time. Over 800 Koreans in Fuchu Gaol also expected to be released soon.
London officials report Foreign Secretary Bevin told the House of Commons the conference could not continue after Russia claimed the procedure violated the Potsdam agreement. Bevin said cooperation would persist, with further talks to overcome divergences and achieve progress on postwar settlements. He noted the need to confine power to signatories of surrender terms.
Former Australian High Commissioner Mrs. Micraes and Mr. Bruce discuss possible future roles. He states no ambition for renewed politics and plans to travel to Australia with no fixed career path. If no offer materializes he may accept commercial or financial roles in London while awaiting further public service offers.
Fragmentary report notes policy moves on air travel costs for Americans in New York and globally. Mentions proposed rate regulations and industry responses across the United States Europe and Latin America.
The report details escalating unrest within Indonesian movements as war pressure intensifies. Intermittent raids and detentions occur around Bandang and nearby areas with extremist groups clashing with moderates. Dutch authorities report widespread disturbances and halted Allied remnants.
Reported statements from NYT News Service director claim Dutch forces may suppress organized crime in Java and quell Japanese influence. The piece alleges large-scale movements of Javanese and Indonesians, with claims of massacres and weapon seizures linked to wartime occupation, while noting bureaucratic confusion and nationalist resistance in Surabaya.
The House of Commons approved a bill extending key emergency powers for a further five years. Home Secretary Ede argued the measures prevent inflation and economic chaos postwar, while the government says only necessary wartime powers remain. The bill adds price controls and extends duration from two to five years.
The United States backs revising the Montreux Convention and seeks new status talks for the Dardanelles. President Truman pledges open discussions with allied nations and UN involvement if needed. French broadcaster to die in Paris after court appeal ruling.
About 200 National Union of Protestants supporters out shouted opponents outside the cathedral during the enthronement of Dr J W Wand as former Archbishop of Bre. Protesters waved Bibles and banners as a rival religious service proceeded. The gathering amid 3000 worshippers listened to a long address while police and city officials managed the event.
A total prohibition on a phase in Malaya unit Beilan protected were, announced by the British administration in Bimigaiero. This meant scrapping the preexisting Malayan policy of gradual education with total prohibition as the ultimate objective.
The Associated Press reports a chaotic coup backdrop in 1943 Argentina as Vice President resigned amid military pressure and cabinet upheaval. President Farrell’s position was fragile with generals backing reform while a Supreme Court dispute hinted at broader Peronist consolidation.
Washington and London officials pressed for international limits on the atomic program. Secretary for War urged a global deal to regulate potential power as world leaders warned of the existential stakes. Prime Minister Attlee signaled Britain would study avenues toward banning or limiting use while pursuing its own research.
Laval announced he would not appeal the death sentence but asked the government to quash it and grant a new trial. He expected a harsher outcome and indicated he would deny signing a plea while seeking clemency. The matter proceeds toward potential October proceedings as legal actions unfold.
A scrambled report indicates Egypt seeking a war indemnity of 100 million as talks proceed with immunity claims and Allied representatives. The fragment mentions indemnity commissions and a near-term settlement goal, with unclear dates or locations.
Fragmented notes describe a British or Allied plan to scrap a portion of the U boat fleet. The garbled text mentions experimental purposes and provisional plans, with scattered references to locations and dates, indicating an archival snippet rather than a complete report.
A garbled fragment describes an autumn or September scene with names and an event hosted by Atlas and others. It mentions simultaneous welcome, benches ruined, and a response to be given by Indie Fegan. The passage is unreadable and short on coherent facts.
London officials report discussions between King and government on a national day of remembrance for those who died in the Great War and the two world wars. A formal Armistice Day observance is under consideration with a new annual date of remembrance to be defined.
Reports from Paris and Brussels indicate Franco Belgian discussions on cooperation as Allied forces press in The Battlement region. General de Gaulle and Prince Chaplin Riputers are cited as key figures amid uncertain prospects for air and ground aid and continued negotiations with Allied authorities.
An announcer on The Voice of Palestine condemned rioting and criticized Jewish involvement in a revolutionary movement, alleging propaganda broadcasts aimed at inciting anti Jewish sentiment. The report notes the program aired last night from a station identified with Palatine.
In New York on Wednesday dockers protested light loads causing delays at the wharves. The unrest affected multiple piers as workers demanded fuller shipments and better rates, drawing attention to the strain on port operations and labor conditions.
London based operators propose a curvey flight route to South America for inauguration and operational data gathering. Officials consider timing and logistics for the South American service launch and related Guinea air connections.
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