27 Oct 1945
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 27, 1945
Page
1
In Paris on Friday the Communist Party signaled willingness to support General de Gaulle and join a unity cabinet for the duration of the crisis. Duclos, a top member, announced the party’s acceptance of any arrangement with the existing coalition and Radicale inclusion in the Cabinet.
Fringe of a 1912-era conference hears warnings on the double edged promise of atomic research. Speakers discuss potential for peaceful use versus catastrophic destruction, with calls for international cooperation and strict safeguards amid evolving national programs.
Severe gale and heavy seas drove wrecks along the coastline between Deal and Folkestone. Channel steamer and fishing craft were reported destroyed or damaged as mines exploded near the Downs. Rescue crews, including naval and coast guard units, recovered survivors and ferried them to shore.
A Nazi Labour Front leader died in prison amid a personal crisis and alleged political turmoil. Reports say he was found in his cell with a towel around the neck, and guards attempted resuscitation as questions arise over who caused his death. The case attracts attention as wartime legal proceedings and British intervention are discussed by officials and press.
A gunman attempted to rob the Bank of New South Wales at Liverpool and Cathedral streets in Sydney. Shots were exchanged, the bandit fled, colliding with bystanders outside the Lyric Theatre, and was later arrested after a pursuit and struggle. A revolver and an unmarked plate were recovered.
Australian ratification of the United Nations Charter, drafted October 4, reached Washington late for initial ratifications. New Zealand and other members noted delays as the External Affairs department reported Australia’s pledge to join the charter and align with the United Nations, amid global efforts to establish the new international framework.
France demands a portion of the German fleet as compensation for losses during the war. Paris asserts guilt for damaged ships and seeks 2,000 tons of naval assets, including battleships and torpedo vessels, to offset French pawn losses. The text cites controversy over whether certain ports should be separated from the fleet.
R Tockholm reports the Nobel Prize in medicine awarded to Alexander Fleming for penicillin and to Howard Florey and Ernst Boris Chain for their work in developing the antibiotic. The awarding details and institutions are noted, with subsequent arrivals and related conference mentions in London and Moscow.
Report notes British proposals to relocate German refugees into the British zone while Russian and Allied representatives seek limits. It cites German press commentary from Berlin on food shortages and rationing, and mentions Allied talks yielding no decisive action.
In New York President Truman and Prime Minister Attlee reportedly reached an agreement on the Palestine issue. The joint statement outlined U.S. cooperation with Britain on the matter, with promises to coordinate policy and avoid conflicting moves in London and Washington.
The text notes priority releases for studies under the Commonwealth training scheme. Eligible personnel should apply through their Service education departments to complete applications by December 19 as directed by the State Regional Reconstruction Training Committees.
The VII administration will take over from military control in Papua New Guinea next Tuesday. Civil authority will be limited to officers with residence in the territory, while Port Moresby becomes provisional administration headquarters as a transitional measure.
Reported notes outline Japanese wartime trial procedure under Australian control. The text mentions a military tribunal setup with a president and specified panels. Public access to hearings is restricted during certain stages while security and order are maintained.
London reports a motion of gratitude or war service will be moved in the House of Commons next week by Mr. Attlee with a second by Admiral Churchitt. No man named will be mentioned and the motion will be conveyed to the ranks.
Tokyo reports Admiral Hins defends his Pearl Harbor orders saying no mistake was made. He claims Japan could have faced harsher reactions and asserts the attack’s timing impacted U.S. defenses. Nagano notes the fleet sailed from Japan in November to a rendezvous northwest of Hawaii.
A chaotic report describes Communist forces clashing with Chinese authorities in Inner Mongolia near the border. General Ku Taoyt and Provincial Governor Fu Taodong warn of escalating actions and warned consequences if hostilities continue.
In Commons the Prime Minister describes British women who married allied servicemen as examples of cross nationality bonds formed during the war. He notes such marriages faced social and diplomatic scrutiny and reflects on postwar implications.
Reported sources claim Japanese diplomats used privileges to shield espionage activities. Allied governments sought to curb covert operations by expelling agents and tightening controls on diplomatic personnel abroad.
A garbled note discusses potential U S support for Britain during war. It mentions a loan of 400 dollars and a 2 percent interest rate, plus the idea of allowing Britain and America to reciprocally trade through an international organization.
Fragmented report traces Allied moves in Japan and Asia amid wartime tension. Mentions Major-General Morehall and key Allied officials as discussions continue on strategic positions and coordination.
The Commonwealth Disposals Commission backs motor treks to deliver fate of 1000 weekly aids. Senator Ashalay adds that the programme compares favourably with output expected by the wartime effort and prior targets, noting improved efficiency and supply.
Dispatches report mounting talk that Allied Control Commission for Japan may set eight councils and seek cooperation with Soviet Russia to govern Japan. Evatt arrives for Far Eastern Advisory Commission meeting and plans talks with Secretary Byrnes.
Fragmentary wartime note describes Allied forces in Malaya severing Japanese supply routes. Indian Division advances threaten the Japanese in a wooded theater, with reports of forced retreat and reduced rations.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Mr J Molwany and Empire, but lacks coherent events or facts to form a proper news item. No identifiable people, places, dates, or organizations beyond vague references.
Dr Moeth of Australia elected chair of the International Wool Secretariat. Langticht named Director General for security, succeeding W. B. Simpson who joined the ACT Supreme Court bench. In Ankara, Costan Bergery returned from a French military flight claiming no hidden agenda. Seven mines idle in Sydney due to reduced industrial input and coal production down.
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