Security Council deadlock over Greece vote in London
A 64 hour Security Council session in London devolved into a veto battle. Soviet delegate Vyshinsky opposed Egypt’s resolution after withdrawing his own, blocking unanimity under Article 27. Debate stretched as Makin weighed procedural versus substantive grounds and calls arose to declare British troops' Greece presence a peace threat. The council adjourned with Bevin suggesting a declaration or further action, but no decision reached.
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London
Associated
Britain
Greece
Ter
M. Vyshinsky
Poland
Egypt
Makin
Tim
M Vyshinsky
M. Hodmelwaki
Vyshinsky
Mekin
Bevin
Brettinius
Mr Bevin
M. V
Australia
M. Modawlewak
Erith
United Kingdom
Secret plan to send Australian girls to Manila disclosed
Canberra reports elaborate measures by Mr Calwell to keep secret the departure of a second batch of Australian girls to Manila. US authorities pressed to issue passports for 11 more girls, with officials instructed not to disclose negotiations. Ten girls left by plane to Manila yesterday amid mutual silence.
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Canberra
Calwell
Manila
Australia
Immigration Department
United States
Mane
Eagle Farm
Sen
Brisbane
Jean
Margaret Cuthill
Margaret Smith
Jean Squires
Marjory Kingsworth
Pat Yeates
Peggy Chapman
Shirley Wright
Rowena May
Michele Mayer
Japanese Prisoners to Be Repatriated Enter Sydney Harbour
Sydney authorities plan strict precautions as the Japanese steamer Dalkal Maru arrives on February 25 to repatriate 6000 Japanese prisoners of war held in Australia. About 3000 are said to be civilians. An Australian guard will monitor the vessel and nearby areas to prevent protests and no Japanese crew will be allowed ashore.
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Sydney
Sydney Harbour
Australia
Waterfront Dispute Halts Wharf Loadings in Sydney
Sydney wharf labourers refused to load beer wine and foodstuffs for Occupation troops to Japan after two requested extra men in each of two holds were rejected yesterday. A Port Committee inspector denied the request citing lack of justification. Workers demanded more hands below to compensate reduced wharf personnel.
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Sydney
Japan
Merkur
Trouble at Rabaul as troops refuse disembarkation from ship
Melbourne reports trouble aboard the Georgetown Victory when 1100 Ninth Division soldiers at Rabaul objected to being left behind in Australia amid troop redeployment. General Eather warned of drastic action, but by 1030 all men had disembarked and 400 malcontents faced potential charges while others returned to their units.
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Melbourne
Rabaul
Georgetown
Labuan
Australis
Ninth Division
Australia
GOC
Eather
TOC
Parilit seeks satay buy through gov’t delays
Mr A Parilit formerly of the RAAF seeks to buy satay by Rosen but faces delays from Sub Treasury and Valuation Department. He says a bank valuation was once accepted then rejected, and claims accommodation issues since leaving the Air Force last December have prevented accepting city jobs. He plans to buy a Stanthorpe orchard to exploit the season, hoping for a timely decision that may now hinge on government departments.
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Brisbane
A. ¥. Parilit
RAAF
Satay
Rosen
maybeub-Treasury
Sub-Treasury
Parfitt
Air Force
Stanthorpe
Bitter attack on Olympic Games at Australian swimming conference
At the Australian Swimming Union conference in Melbourne Mr D Carter vice president of the Union of Queensland condemned the Olympic Games as a battle of nations. He questioned readiness for another games and urged they should not be revived due to squabbling over officials debates on results and language barriers.
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Melbourne
Austalia
D. Carter
Union of Queensland
Australian Gov Faces Hurdles For London Victory Parade
Canberra reports say the government must solve transport and personnel issues before sending an Australian contingent to the London victory parade June 8 to 10. Recalling men restarting civilian life to join the defence unit abroad presents a major challenge.
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Canberra
London
Atom Bomb Radio Play Triggers Panic in Paris
Paris listeners flooded police and broadcasting stations with calls after a dramatic radio play warned of an atom storm. The program described flashes in the sky, bodily spasms, and car lights going out, causing widespread fear before officials clarified the warnings were imaginary.
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Atoma
America
Paris
Atlantic Ocean
40 Hour Week Claim Sparks Arbitration Court In Australia
Canberra reports intervention by the Associated Chambers of Manufactures in a 40-hour week application to the Arbitration Court by the Printing Industry Employees Union. Government action mirrors this move. Mr Withall, director of the Associated Chambers, said hearings would be lengthy with evidence on issues affecting Australia’s price level and production costs.
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Canberra
Associated Chambers
Arbitration Court
Printing Industry ‘ Employees” Union
Mr Withall
Menzies Urges Unity Against Labour in Australia
In Melbourne a pre campaign speech by Liberal Leader R G Menzies urged unity with the Country Party against the Labour Socialist Government. He proposed a joint Liberal Country Senate ticket and cross preferences, stressing urgent tasks and avoiding brawls over alliances.
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Liberal Party
R. G. Menzies
Country
Commonwealth
Senate
House of Representatives
Menzies
Steady Stream Applications for En listment in Forces
Brisbane reports a flood of ex servicemen and civilians seeking enlistment as authorities plan phased recruitment. The Army says recruiting remains restricted to AMF transfers and Pacific regiments, while an Air Force spokesman notes hundreds of RAAF applications at Melbourne headquarters. Navy and Army plan two recruitment phases for interim and post war forces.
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Brisbane
Entty
Ciyem
Army
AMP
Apem
Islands
Air Force
RAAF
Melbourne
Navy
AMF
Japan
Australia
Collinsville State Coal Mine Idle Over Rail Dispute
The Collinsville coal mine remains idle after miners failed to reach a decision at a meeting on disputing wooden rails. Arbitration was proposed but no ruling made as the mine closes again. The union says wooden rails are obsolete and steel rails should replace them.
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Brisbane
Collinsville
Queensland Colliery Employees’ Union
Av. Donald
Yukon Riots? No, Yukon Goes Ashore After Collision
A coast guard cutter reached the liner Yukon ashore in Johnston Bay ten miles from Cape Puget. The vessel carried 37 passengers and 225 crew and was breaking up rapidly with 20 degrees storm.
Spread Feared as Coal Strike Spreads to Abermain Group
SYDNEY reports a potential 9000 ton daily coal output drop if the weekend dispute at Abermain No 2 colliery extends to J and A Brown's Abermain Seaham group. The stoppage stems from engine drivers and firemen rejecting the Local Reference Board Manning decision. If widened, about 4000 workers across up to 10 pits could be affected while miners seek drinks far afield.
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Sydney
Abermain No. 2
A. Brown
Abermain Seaham Group
Kearley
Aberdaire
Cess
Jnock
Cabinet to review major decisions on economy and defence
Government to examine plans including army role in south east Asia and south west Pacific. Reports on north Australia tour and recommendations for beer and tobacco allowances, fresh food in curing cafes, and potential royal commission style reforms. Cabinet to discuss aviation, referendum, rail modernisation, and empire policy. meeting slated for two days.
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Forde
North Australia
Chifley
Gable
Lord Alanbrooke
Aouth-East Asia
South-West Pacific
Navnal Airlines Commission
Drakeford
Dr Evatt
Commonwealth
Arbitration Court
Mr Ward
Eire
Netherlands East Indies
New Guinea
Term Extended for Fullway Commissioner in Brisbane
The Cabinet renewed the term of Fullway Commissioner Mr Po T AR Wills for two years, extending a position that would have expired this month. Wills, a Westwood native, has served since February 41 after earlier secretary duties since 1034, and began as a junior clerk at Rockhampton. The extension may influence future railway posts, including vacancies for general managers in Townsville and Rockhampton.
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Po T. AR Wills
Wills
Murton
Willsie
Westwood
Railways
Rockhampton
Townsville
J. Hudson
H Griffiths
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