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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 25, 1946

Page

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NO IMMEDIATE DANGER OF WAR SAYS MR EDEN

Britain seeks friendship with the Soviet Union and builds its foreign policy on steady alliances. Mr Eden argues Britain wants enduring ties, not fickle friendships, as he addresses postwar conference concerns and echoed by US officials aligning with Truman and Byrnes on American policy.

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Royal Praise for British Trade Recovery

London reports royal praise for Britain’s trade recovery as King delivers a speech at the Victora and Albert Hall. He lauds modern industry, wartime to peacetime shifts, and the exhibition as evidence of national progress and skill in manufacturing and enterprise.

London Tossay Denne Victorie Albert Mancunia Britain Jacana Feney

Stalin Says War Threat Nonexistent Amid Global Tensions

In London Stalin rejects fears of a new war, arguing Western political circles exaggerate threats to pressure governments. He defends cooperation among Western democracies and opposes a Soviet bias toward militarization, claiming constant vigilance fuels instability and distracts from peace.

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Big Four policy assailed by Australia at Paris meeting

At a Paris law committee session Colonel Hodgson of alin led scathing attack on the Forman Ministers' Council over final disposals of Italian colonies. Carton of Canada backed demands for Abyssinian redress, while Da Wang of China urged defining general principles and supported UN trusteeship for Libya. Hodgson urged dominion input in peace framing, and calls to refer to the Paris Conference or UNO. other delegates argued for immediate US and allied involvement and a trusteeship approach pending independence.

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Mr Attlee to relinquish defence post

A garbled London telegraph note reports Prime Minister Mr Attlee will relinquish the defence portfolio. It mentions a separate minister handling defence duties and hints at changes in leadership or staffing, with reference to party and cabinet positions.

MR. Attlee London Tussday Telegraph Basta Aten Alans Defence

Air Conditions Against Speed Test Record in London

In London on a Tuesday, Group Captain Dunaidson and Squadron Leader Waterton again prepared for a speed record attempt with a Meteor. Conditions were fair, temperature around 14C, and efforts included multiple runs by Dunaidson and Waterton, while Duke and Neville planned further trials. Early reports noted a hardware issue with the engine nacelle and raised hopes for improved attempts later in the day.

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Yugoslavia Arrests British Press Correspondents

Reuters reports Yugoslav authorities arrested British press correspondents in Belgrade amid a campaign to curb Western reporting. The arrests mark a second time this era, with one journalist removed for alleged bias and another leaving due to restrictions on independent coverage.

Yugoslavia

Huge profits by U S firms on ship projects

A Government Accounting Office witness, Ralph Casey, testifies before the Merchant Marine committee that U S shipyards and companies earned vast profits. He cites profits exceeding 10 million dollars on capital investments of about 28 million, with firms like John’s Shipyard Puriga and others receiving hundreds of thousands to millions in payments. The inquiry notes wartime output accounted for a 27 percent share of the merchant fleet while profits surpassed nominal percentages. Government funds reportedly financed building programs and shipyard costs.

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Terrorism Flares Up Again In Palestine

Turbulence erupts in Palestine as saboteurs derail an oil train 20 miles south of Haifa and damage incidents near Hadera. Police report tensions rise with 200000 Tel Aviv residents stopping work in solidarity. Reuters notes 600 migrants landed at Cyprus.

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Indian Moslems Appeal to Russia for Aid

New Delhi reports say Yoru Haroon, president of the Sind Provincial League, will travel to Paris to ask Molotov for Soviet aid for Indian Muslims. He plans to urge a UN appeal and seeks a separate Muslim state. Coinciding turmoil in India includes Hindu Muslim clashes in Calcutta, with four killed and 12 injured, police firing on crowds and a curfew in Jamil. In Bombay two fatal stabbings are reported.

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Canadian Interest in Australian Electoral System

Ottawa reports a rising Canadian interest in Australia's electoral methods. Observers note the preferential system and compulsory voting draw editorial attention, linked to Canada’s focus on Dominion and provincial relations. Jurisdictional implications, particularly for local services, are discussed with limited practical detail.

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Safety First in Air Travel Rules Announced

Washington Tuesday the Civil Aviation Bureau announced new rules for passenger planes with engines over 800. The regulations require extensive changes including automatic fire detectors and improved fuel feed systems. Officials admit the upgrade will be expensive.

Washington Civil Aviation Bureau Natalia

Stalin best seller in Moscow sells in many tongues

Report claims the 1986 History of Belshe vier has been printed in 761 Russian and 16 foreign languages totaling 817000 copies. It is noted that no Marxist work has matched this wide distribution.

Moscow Stalin Russia Hiladonk Belshevier

Greeks Repulse Armed Raiders Near Albanian Border

Greek forces repel an armed raid near the Albanian border. Reported casualties include two killed and several wounded among attackers believed to be insurgents moving from Albania. Government troops retake the town of Destatis and pursue remaining fighters.

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Russia seeks inquiry into disposition of Allied troops

Amid postwar debates the Soviet Union calls for an Allied forces disposition inquiry. Critics label the motion propaganda while noting American troops in Asia and Latin America are accused of meddling in internal affairs. British and other officials avoid direct engagement. US leaders pledge repatriation as China hosts remaining contingents.

Russia

Australian wool exhibition and meat shortage report

Australian ministers flag wool exhibition amid U S meat famine as New York officials note 500,000 yards of woollen cloth allocated to American forces. Prices linger high. officials warn producers face losses. Meat supplies edge toward control. horsemeat served in some areas as shortages bite.

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Loan conversions in Britain prompt speculation of resumption

London reports signal from Financial Times that recent heavy buying of Australian stock maturing in 496771 units may indicate a restart of Australian conversion operations. An announcement notes operation involving about £100 nations expected.

London Atock

Anzacs Lead in Social Services Debate

In Montreal Themiay discussions on social and industrial legislation show Australian and New Zealand influence. Employers' delegate Mr Br Grr notes many proponents from other countries have benefited from long standing programs. The talk covers comparable feminization efforts and public policy impact.

Aontreal Themiay Australia New Zeeland

German smugglers arrested at frontier incursions

International crackdown reported as about 1000 men were detained along Germany's borders with Holland, Belgium and Denmark. Smugglers used special cars to evade customs posts, moving vast sums through black market channels over the past month.

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NoTe For British Printers Court Backs Fortnight Holiday Plan

A Court of Inquiry appointed by the Minister for Labour has ruled that cutting the working week from forty to forty hours is not practicable because of manpower shortages. It recommends instead granting an annual paid fortnight's holiday to workers in the British Federation of Master Printers and Printing and Kindred Trades.

London Pritera

Swiss Offer to UNO From Geneva on Neutrality

Geneva report states the Swiss government offers use of the League of Nations buildings to UNO as a hospitality gesture. The move ends a long period of indecision, with Switzerland seeking to avoid infringing its traditional neutrality.

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Increased German Rations Under Allied Control Plan

Berlin reports a joint Anglo American directive to raise daily food allowances in the British and American zones to 1550 calories. The increase, effective October 14, follows concerns over civilian hardship as control operations commence. Shipping attention is noted as a factor aiding the rise in rations.

Berlin Turaday Ene Increnae

Missing 25 in air crash near Lancaster Tripolitania

Report states 25 people are missing after an air crash involving a Lancaster en route from Cornwall to Hightain near Hom in Tripolitania. Crew and 17 passengers are unaccounted for amid belief many may be killed.

London Lancaster Hom Tripolitania Cormwall

Six Months to Give Troops in Japan Policy Stated

A rationing plan promises six months to supply troops in Japan with essential facilities and services including VAT covering canteens hostels and other amenities.

Japan

U S STOCK MARKET SLUMP AVOIDS FULL RECOVERY

A battered stock market shows a gloomy session after a shaky Friday rally. Early gains faded by afternoon trading as prices slipped with little support, while analysts warn of further volatility and a cautious path forward for investors.

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English Rugby Team Glad to Be Home

London reports the English rugby team expressing happiness to return home after a successful tour in Australia. The chairman of the Rugby League Council, Mr. W. H. Burgess, noted the team's hospitality and credited the players for their efforts and the sport’s good standing.

London Australia Rugby League Council HL Burges

Faross Independence Seeks Single Vote Victory

A garbled report from Los Angeles recounts a tennis match and political chatter around Faross Independence. Mentions Davis Cup, Kramer, Cubert Mite, Tron Petre, and Moran with unclear details on results and dates.

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