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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1945
Page
1
A damaged OCR snippet reports the British minister unveiling wartime food measures for November. It mentions limiting fat and butter allowances, with mentions of Australia and Africa supplying quantities, and prior shipping figures including wine and brandy in Dominion trade.
A historical notice discusses Japan relocation and repatriation costs. It cites figures around 1.2 million pounds and 300 thousand dollars, noting transfers from the Pacific and actions affecting Japanese Americans. The piece references Tokyo and imperial governance and mentions underground rooms and displaced people amid wartime context.
A second monthly report notes Russians accused of manipulating local politics to favor the Communist Party, while other groups gain less influence. Democratic parties and allied forces reportedly clash over sector control as newspapers publish partisan commentary and surveillance claims.
In a letter to President Truman General Eisenhower rejected a charge that American troops were substituting guards in refugee camps. He said refugees in Germany and Austria were not exterminated and explained health needs delayed moves. He stressed the American aim to remove victims from concentration camps and noted relief efforts saved thousands of Jewish lives.
Admiral Melary warned that Japan must prove itself worthy before being admitted to the society of civil leading nations. He described the foe as ruthless and claimed the nation had yet to meet standards of conduct and responsibility.
The Daily Telegraph reports Britain insists on fair treatment for Polish personnel allied with Britain. A military mission led by Yenweni Modelak will confer with British authorities on use of Polish forces. The mission will manage Polish personnel wishing to return home under Bellah command.
Lisbon report states Dr Balaaar rejected all pro poals by the Opposition for a fair election. Government officials denied opposition demands as they claim prior liberties to voters and candidates are adequate. Opposition leaders threaten to boycott the election on Thursday.
In Ottawa the Minister for Defence forecast a post-war Canadian force of about 35 to 36 thousand, with reserves, to bring total army navy and air force strength to roughly 60 thousand, five million greater than before the war.
In the city center demonstrators shouted slogans supporting the former Vice-President Peron. Authorities reported Parog placed under protection but not detained. A tragic canal drowning occurred with thirty people feared dead after a bus skidded near Dnig canal. driver and one passenger survived.
A truncated report notes an offer to Leopold and a proposed government agreement rejected by the Framer Van Acker. The rowed taunt would serve as a useful motion, while a motion calling for in pieblaens oo tha nasties of the Petes of Leopold was defeated in the Chamber.
Brief fragment notes Machi Ail described as leader of a 1061 era Iran revolution, with mentions of Britain. Details are sparse and uncertain in the readable text.
Fragmented report notes alleged execution design to ensure silence. Unclear phrasing mentions a person named Laval and a death fee tied to a public or private figure. Details are murky and names, dates, and places are unreadable.
The New York Times reports Soviet plans to buy lease lend goods including food and dwelling units, with a cash payment after lend-lease ended. It notes France and the United Kingdom had purchased items originally for Britain, not loaded before shipments ceased, and cites a Commons inquiry on Dominion and colonial payments totaling 37 million dollars.
The report details Britain spending about 12 million daily as the government contemplates financial moves. It notes Laval’s statements and trials, with references to wartime governance, emergency funds, and potential new votes. The piece mentions political figures, police reports, and upcoming parliamentary considerations shaping fiscal policy.
The Australian News Information Bureau chief died in London after a brief illness. Dawmoe, a political journalist, served as press liaison during the prime ministership and led departmental information duties, shaping national coverage.
Allied War Crimes Commission chair Lord Weight from Nuremberg defends postponement, saying trials must be thoroughly prepared before starting. He notes complaints of delay would be widespread if rushed and stresses the vast scope of alleged atrocities and investigations. Commander calls for army reforms.
Reports from Batavia quote Colonel Abdul Majid and other Indonesian officials on evolving plans amid Allied military governance in Java. Ambitious talks with Soekarno cabinet members, evacuation debates, and shifting attitudes toward religion and public unity surface as British Dutch Red Cross aid and Japanese forces influence protection and prisoner concerns.
Angamese nationalists broadcast from Saigon appeal to President Truman and the United Nations Advisory Commission. They denounce British administration abuses in South Annam and urge action in support of French efforts against colonial measures.
A fragmented report from Auckland notes abolition of outdated army clusters and references Major-General Ber Fow-Clogh who led forces in the Middle East and served in the Pacific. The account hints at stalled efforts due to American interference and an attempted salute incident, but details are obscured by garbled text.
Budapest reports a state of siege amid unrest as authorities impose emergency measures. Details remain sparse with fragmented lines from the broadcast noting security actions and regional responses.
Agia and the comet divest across the Pacific. Mr Justice T C Davie notes final decisions pending. Royal Canadian Air Force would continue Alaska Alberta aerial highway. Route cost Canada more than £ A21 million.
London report notes the White Paper on housing costs in parliament, detailing 300k temporary loans and price rises from 800 to 1360 pounds after lend-lease ended, with forecasting delays for a 12 month program and concerns over monthly dwelling costs and housing finance.
Patrols doubled as police moved to prevent trouble at the wharf area amid tense labor picket actions. A maritime unit reportedly appeared at Brookland and addressed picketers with forceful warnings, amid ongoing tensions and protests.
London reports congratulations from the King on Burma returning to civil governance and British command aims to restore full prewar civilian management. Also notes rescue of passengers from a torpedoed ship near Singapore and other brief items from the region.
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