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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1946
Page
1
A clipped wartime dispatch reports procedural wrangles at peace talks between Allied and Axis aligned factions. A cadet German document suggests plotting assassination aims tied to broader strategic aims, with references to diplomatic friction and frontier movements.
The report details a heated UN committee session where Russia accused delegates of a chess like game over Romania. It covers British and American positions, Romania’s oil interests, reparations, and a proposed treaty clause on United Nations nationals’ access to Romania’s petroleum industry. The proceedings note voting splits and procedural wrangling, with Britain pushing modified proposals and France supporting some, while Romania faced issues over asset and property restoration.
Fragmentary text mentions Tallis of San Prancisco, Wu, and a maritime strike, with AFL figures including a chairman Mallore and Luedeberg. The passage hints at aiding a return to work during an ice, miter, and pita situation, but gives no clear event, date, or outcome.
Wallace announces bid for United States presidency in Washington with supporters and remarks amid political coverage that notes his broad appeal and stated intent to pursue the election.
A damaged read from London reports a deadly European storm affecting Northern Germany and Frankfurt. Seventeen killed in Germany and nine in Frankfurt with fourteen injured and extensive building damage including wartime damaged structures. Crop losses in Germany estimated at one million pounds.
French citizens weigh a proposed constitution amid questions about unity and colonial ties. The discussion highlights tensions between metropolitan goals and colonial interests as votes approach.
Fragmentary wartime style report notes smugglers profiting during a custom strike in London amid French trade disputes. It mentions banks, stock exchanges, and authorities amid tense economic negotiations.
Two helicopters evacuated 18 survivors from a Belgian airliner crash near Gander after an in-flight explosion. Army support arrived quickly. victims were stretchered to a flying boat and taken to a hospital. An army surgeon provided temporary aid before transfer.
In a tense dispute, squatters face eviction following a stoppage by building workers who refuse to vacate as a crew from Bedford House arrives, intensifying the stand off and triggering local action.
A long plan proposes a United Nations Economic Commission to unite Europe and the United States, integrating electorates and expanding electric power while removing trade barriers. The 490 page report highlights need for rapid European economic integration and notes disrupted distribution of American products due to local agreements.
Moscow dispatch notes the Communist Party and its Propaganda Department condemning coverage as unsatisfactory on international affairs. It cites Culture and Life and other Moscow journals criticizing reformers and Western cultural standards, warning of changes aimed at guiding writers.
Sacer a cue at ima oi.
A garbled OCR item from Sydnwy hints at a Aurora display timing or appearance, referencing Australia and a government figure, but the fragmentary text is unclear and lacks concrete details or dates. The readable pieces suggest a publication note about an aurora phenomenon and a named location, with no verifiable event data.
Report states five Greek generals, among twenty other former officials, embarked for passage to the islands. The Ministry announced officers were being transferred, with arrangements understood for other naval personnel. The American Associated Press notes ongoing actions and related transfers.
London reports indicate the Labour Party plans socialisation of core industries. The Lord President of the Council signaled retreat from full public ownership while keeping inward investment and control central to policy. Electricity, iron and steel remain key targets as the government aims lifelong socialisation with limited exceptions.
Reported discussion at a conference on minority protections and the Italo Austrian accord. Delegates argued about amendments ensuring civil rights and the protection of minorities, with emphasis on article 14 of the treaty and related territorial and cultural concerns.
Dr. Pierre Schrupt, once personal attendant to the Grand Mufti, received life imprisonment from the Alasco Criminal Court. He was described as a high clerk adventurer and abortionist who organized a German network in Byrn, linking to drug trafficking and capital violations.
London reports a Foreign Office spokesman said Bevin’s policy places prosperity and economics before politics and diplomacy. The exchange of letters outlines a potential trade deal with Brazil for agricultural machinery, motor cars, and railway equipment in return for meat, rice, maize, coffee, nuts, and timber. Brazil would balance deficits with a 40 million pound and 20 million pound transfers, while Britain offers rehabilitation support for British-owned enterprises and seeks priority aviation equipment and civil air talks.
In New York, the Japanese Diet yesterday advanced a bill restricting strikes against provincial and local administration. The move comes amid tensions over labor actions and government control measures.
The Governor of Gibraltar approved recommendations from a confidential report by Police Chief Juntlog to increase cooperation between civil and police services and to tighten liquor controls. The inquiry followed a clash between Australian Victory Contingent troops and police and civilians on duty, with real organisations set to meet to discuss the notes of the report.
In Batavia on Sunday authorities reported the Dutch Commission informally notified Republican officials of a willingness to recognise the de facto authority of Bahri Gav Jormmert over Jersey and Sumatra. Reports describe punitive actions for wartime killings, including executions and long prison terms for Indonesians following Japanese occupation.
Australian-born Munday Barry Budges, known as Harry Gridges, secured a divorce from Agnes Gridges after an interlocutory decree on September 18. Custody of their child awarded to Gridges. alimony denied but set at 5 dollars monthly for five years for rehabilitation.
Reported halt of Jewish refugee movement from Europe toward Palestine. US General Narcey cited stopped lines and British authority limits on immigrant transport across Germany. Committees acknowledge Baril terror group link and urge immediate withdrawal.
The reports claim a youth swimmer named Mew broke the world 200 meters freestyle record, clocking 458 seconds, beating the previous mark of 4 minutes 4 seconds. Earlier in the week he reportedly set two European records for 180 meters.
Sunday reports recall two crashes on the Polles trains and a freight derailment, with casualties and a weight train mishap near Dacca, while an American passenger remains uninjured. A boy aged five from Rowen drowned after falling into water, with a railway worker providing aid.
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