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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 27, 1946

Page

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Soviet Writer Attacks Australia in Moscow Commentary

In a hostile Moscow dispatch, a Soviet writer derides Australia and its leaders, arguing Canberra seeks front-stage prominence. The piece cites Dr. Evatt and Australian delegates, notes tensions post World War II, and questions Australia’s influence within the United Nations and Western alliances.

Ehrenburg Bratl Australis Hearst Evatt UNO United Nations

Canada Will Be the Battleground

A wartime forecast from Gen George Kenney warns Canada could be a major front in a third world war if air defences fail. He suggests the United Kingdom and Britain may be knocked out of action within about 34 hours.

Butte Montana United Bratex George Kenney

UN Secretary Sees Inevitable Differences at Paris

UN Secretary notes that disagreements among the Great Powers at Paris were inevitable and reflects on the tensions that such divergences produced among nations. He cautions against alarm over differences and emphasizes a path toward cooperation despite disputes.

U.N.O Paris

Ship Engineers Demand Closed Shop and More Wages

Ship engineers from most merchant fleets press for a closed shop and wage increases as their contract expires. a nationwide strike action is planned with a new written contract offering 40 percent wage increases and shop protections. Union and owner representatives are to meet under government oversight.

New York Anipe Yolad Watrike Andeas Seeraace Union Representa Livmee Dndir Babe Department Miste Me. Clayton

Ukraine to Aid Next Year Prompts UK Help Talks in London

UK sources report Ukraine plans to receive international aid next year as Kyiv signals continued reliance on external support. UNARA officials say aid shifts may affect farming and industry, with labour tensions noted among workers and supply constraints cited in reporting from Kiev and London.

London Kiev PF White UNARA Ukreine

Cologne Lawyers Association Opens Inquiry Into War Crimes Trial

A Cologne legal group announces an inquiry into how defense counsel conducted a war crimes trial. The probe seeks to determine if proper procedures were followed and whether police actions or coverups affected the proceedings and outcomes. The investigation will examine alleged missteps by defense counsel.

Wuremberg Cologne Asociation Ita Trisia Ailey Odin

Admise Ow Treay School for CansERRA

London report shows a library official named in a Thuraday caption for a wardship situation connected to a council school. The text mentions a Watmin area and a county or municipal library role with unclear details.

Plane Crash in Channel Claims Passenger Death

A French to England airliner crashed into the English Channel after taking off from Paris. The British vessel crew and some passengers survived but one Norwegian passenger died. The incident prompted an official inquiry.

Damaged Tanker Bennington Linked to World War II Plot

Reported in New York about the tanker Bennington and a Tokyo explosion. German diplomat von Ribbentrop discussed Japanese and British actions, including Singapore, Hong Kong, and the Philippines, hinting at possible war planning and occupations.

New York Bennington Tokyo Turaday M Niatery Southport North Carolina von Ribbentrop Japan Singapore Sapark England Amirica Ager Bingpore

Joy Reactions After Death of Nazi War Criminals

A fragmented dispatch from Berlin notes public sentiment following the deaths of Nazi war criminals. The report, relayed by an organ of the Ronlallot Lins, hints at mixed emotions and calls for reflection on postwar reckoning.

Joy Berlin Trarning Rumiencoriralieg News Maua Deurincaland Ronlallot Eteerdarta Nuremberg Germany St Salle

Britain urged to save RC Archbishop amid anti Catholic unrest

A London protest draws mass crowds demanding punishment for Archbishop Beiping Boeping amid charges of crimes against the people. Cardinal Griffin appeals to Britain to act, framing the unrest as response to religious oppression and state decrees.

Britain R.C London Britain and Wales Cardinal Griffin Hanoeey Bieyonakbrod An -Cretis Kguinel Archbidhop Boeping Jandor Arent

Australia blamed for bungling in service troops

Tokyo dispatch says Australian mishandling of army services caused discontent among occupying forces in Japan. Chicago Tribune correspondent notes British officers privately embarrassed by Australian setup. An official blamed delays and apathy for shortages. 1 735 tons of ration stores have been sent to Japan as orders.

Tokyo Japan Chicago “Tribune Bydney Aletrallan Stoope Defence Forde Bince Beard

Collision damages freighter off New York coast

Two men were injured when a freighter collided with a vessel near New York. One ship suffered slight damage and remained on station as authorities investigated the incident.

New York Thuring Tre Coastguard

Marty Berra Retires From World Welter Title Pursuit

New York reports Marty Berra quits boxing ending any claim to the world welterweight championship after a career marked by injuries and a failed bid to defend the title against Fay.

York Thiredey Marty Berra Caren Am Fay

Bikini Atoll ships remain radioactive after tests

Officials reported that radio activity persisted in ships that took part in the Bikini atoll atomic tests on July 3. Decontamination was completed on some vessels but radioactive residue appeared in pipes and condensers, leading to quarantines and heightened precautions for ships entering Blin lagoon.

Washington Thureany Orse Aken Bikini Iime Blin’ Lagoon

Australia Opens Legation Contact with Chile

The article notes Chile welcoming formal contact with Australia and mentions Mr John Dunbes as Minister. It praises Australia's role in international affairs and Dr Evatt for eloquence aiding peace decisions, highlighting a cooperative step in diplomatic relations.

Chile Thureday Australia Mtaleu Leilure Evatt

Withdrawal of Allied Forces from Hungary Debate

A parliamentary session records a 8 to 5 vote on withdrawing Allied forces from Hungary within a set period after treaty enforcement. The Hungarian party urges maintenance of communications with Russia and calls for international court action in Budapest.

Hungary Pari Thuralay Hung Akea Budaper International Court of Justice

Russian purge of farm officials widens in Sam fra and Tardelgo

The Ruan Cabinet ordered the purge and prosecution of eight agricultural officials in Sam fra and Tardelgo as a first move after Afinlaters ordered a purge of collective farms. The decree targets officials amid intensified drive against perceived malfeasance in the farming sector.

London Ruan Samfra Tardelgo Afinlaters Furmn Aed

Miners Get Extra Meat Ration Sparks Union Protest

London reports that a 4 shilling weekly meat allowance was provided for British miners. The General Council of the Trades Union Congress criticizes the government procedure and notes other workers seek increases as well. The dispute centers on extending relief beyond miners.

London Thurstey General Council Trades Union Congreve

Greek Premier Faces Foreign Influence Accusations

A shaky report alleges that the Greek premier attacks foreign influence while Greek bands in Western Macedonia entrench near Mt Olympus to Apirus. Athens contends external powers back autonomous moves as bands flee borders into three nations amid ongoing inquiries.

Devinery Oreggi Billy Polegraph Rom Mt. Olympus Apirux Beneft Greece Seoul Satonikea Atuton Yugoslay

America Cuts Air Mail Rates to Five Cents

Washington officials announced a five cent air mail rate within the United States and to Canada Mexico and other possessions. The first mail flight from Washington to several cities marked the rate reduction while clerks sorted one ton of air mail covers. The post office is still studying feasibility of full implementation.

Washington Thursse Americ Layton Chiesa Pittsburgh New York United States Canais Mexico Philatelints

Bandits Ambush Indian Convoy in Upper Perak

A group of gunmen ambushed a convoy of sepoy and American lorries in Upper Perak, between Kotahhari and Krok. Several Indians were killed and none wounded. Authorities said the incident has no political significance.

Mingapore Kotahhari Krok Upper Perak Tiwan

Italy Agrees to 75 Percent Compensation Payment

In Paris the Italian Economic Committee narrowly backed paying 75 percent compensation for damage to United property after a stormy debate. Britain opposed moving beyond principle, while America and Poland resisted full approval. Voting totals included Australia Britain Canada Greece Belgium and others, with New Zealand and Ireland among supporters for the 75 percent plan. The decision also touched on Trieste’s free port status and symbolic emblems.

Paris Halian Economic Committee Italy Uni Britain Tts Ube Ale Joseph Bore Gieidla Tve Mar America Poland Oil I France Indis Australia New Zecand Canada Greece Eubloiig Belgium Hellen Aigainal Chine Bresl Riseiu Ukraing Czechoslovakia Yugoslavie Waite Reuain New Zealand India

Philippines Reluctant to Grant U S Bases

Reports from Manila indicate growing reluctance to extend military access to the United States. The Manila Bulletin cites Justice Secretary Raman Omseta saying suspensions are temporary while the Atana Times notes no Philippine proposal for extensive port facilities. Negotiations reportedly suspended while Washington weighs counterproposals.

Manila Prena United States Atana Times Alenile Tile Fer Washington

Greek King to arrive in Athens from Alexandria

Prince Paul of Greece announced in Alexandria that the King would travel to Greece to meet his brother King George. Guards will guard the route and spectators must stay in position for the king’s arrival and public procession at the Cathedral and Parliament House balcony.

Athens Paul Greece Alexandria George Alexandr Waltz Vito Nia Damaxkince Parliament House

Traueran Chronicle Snippet on Shirako and Port Actions

Fragmentary dispatch notes from Bushire area describe Hibeamen and government forren engaging to house and lightings, with parts of a town and port changed hands during a premier's tenure. A Sundahlle mission to Shirako is hinted with a line about brtbeamen and unrest.

Traueran Raparta Bushire Hibeamen Nent Sullandhle Courearan Shirako

Dominions to Have Voice in Disposal of Italian Colonies

Reported by Reuters the Dominions will be consulted on the disposition of Italian colonies. The message notes planning and potential futures under British leadership and mentions Marshal Smuts being personally notified.

Emma Reuters Smuts

Italy to Recognise Sovereignty of Abyssinia Albania

The Italian delegate Tarchiant urged recognition of the sovereignty and independence of Abyssinia and Albania. He called for relief of economic claims and provision for assets and roads while opposing Italian aggression and seeking return of Albania’s gold reserves and halt to liquidation.

Italy Abyssinia Albania Pari Auuniia Bank of Albenia

JAP PARADE FOR 7 MURDERS AND WAR CRIMES HEARINGS

A parade is planned to honor seven murder victims as officials prepare a war crimes commission hearing. Citizens will be transported in three turtles to the venue near the Secretariat Bulld where the commissioner will collect statements from the public.

Secretariat

Henry Kaiser Defends Private Enterprise in War Aid Debate

The House Merchant Marine Committee heard Henry Kaiser defend private enterprise and oppose government profits from war materials. He claimed no country would wage war without incentive, urging reconciliation and clear profit policies amid wartime production.

Washington Henry Kaiser Honuse of Representatives

Confiscation of War Time Profits Announcement

The Allied Library Government declares confiscation of profits made during enemy occupation or collaboration. An October 1 promulgation begins via a Tax Appeal Commission unit. A secret list of profiteers is prepared for action. The note follows a separate police court case involving a Mercer charged with malicious destruction of property.

Trieste Sconorale Sapecial Tax Appeal Commission Eee

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