The Straits Times, 8 December 1945
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Title Section21 1945-12-08 1 The Straits Times MALAYA'S LEA UING NEWSPAPER-ESTABLISHED 184 S. FOI R PAGES SINGAPORE, SATUR DAY, DECEMBER 8, 1945 PRICE 10 CENTS21 words
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Article269 1945-12-08 1 Atrocities 'In Many Cases Methodically Supervised 9 MANILA, Dec. 7. Gen. Tomoyuki Yamashita, former Japanese Com-mander-in-Chief in the Philippines and one-time conqueror of Singapore, was sentenced to death by hanging today after being found guilty of war crimes. The "tiger" appeared to be dazed asUP - 269 words
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Article, Illustration43 1945-12-08 1 Sir Frederick Burrows, tha Governor-designate of Bengal, who was knighted by the King at Buckineham Palace on Thursday. Reuter says the King also invested him with the Insignia of the Knight Grand Commander of the Order of the Indian Empire.43 words
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Article197 1945-12-08 1 TALKS WITH SIAMESE ANNOUNCED Political discussions, opened vt Kindy v ith a Siamese «lelegul.nn, and at present adio niied, will b«- resumed at Singapore within a few days, it is oiiicially Announced m Sin<apore. A statement will be issued at the conclusion of the discussions. The recent meetings m Singapore,197 words
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Article114 1945-12-08 1 WASHINGTON. Dec. 7. MajorGen. Hurley, former US. Ambassador to China, yesterday continued hurling brickbats at State Department career men when he .charged that Mr. Dean Acheson »r, Under-Secretary of State, wrecked United States foreign policy m Persia. "I don't know how many career men, if any, helpedReuter - 114 words
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Article41 1945-12-08 1 Hong Kong B.M.A. Hands Over HONG KONG, Dec. 7.— The British Military Administration of Hone Kong ended yesterday morning. The proclamation issued stated that Admiral C. H. J. Harcourt has delegated all his powers to the Chief Civil Affairs Officer.— UP.UP - 41 words
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83 1945-12-08 1 Assassination Bid On Egypt Ex-Premier CAIRO, Dec. B:— A hand-gre-nade was thrown at Nahas Pasha, former Egyptian Prime Minister and leader of the W'afdist Party, while he was on his way to address a meeting on the occasion of the Moslem New Year today. Nahas Pasha was uninjured, It Is83 words
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Article60 1945-12-08 1 MOSCOW, Dec. Russian troops yesterday moved behind the Persian troops screening ♦he northern provinces, placing themselves between these troops and Teheran, It is learned here. Meanwhile, new disturbances have broken out m Tabriz and other parts of North Persia yesterday, it is reported. Two men areReuter - 60 words
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Article471 1945-12-08 1 U.S. World Trade Ex pans ion Plan WASHINGTON. Dec. 6: Simultaneously with the publication of the Anglo-US, agreement on a $4,400,000,000 loan ($3,750,000 000 In "line of credit" and $650,000,000 as settlement of lend-lease goods now In the UJO, a White Paper, was Issued *>y the State Department setting outReuter - 471 words
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Article131 1945-12-08 1 NEW YORK, Dec. 7.— Lin Yu Tang, Chinese author and lecturer, today announced the perfection of a Chinese typewriter based on a system the author developed during the past 30 years for indexIng words for quick reference. Lin said that he had sought forUP - 131 words
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Article163 1945-12-08 1 LONDON, Dec. 6.— A Royal Commission to Inquire Into the future of the Empire telecommunication system Is proposed by Cable and Wireless Limited In a statement Issued today. The statement comments on certain remarks about the Company made by Sir Claud Hollls, act.ng Chairman of theReuter - 163 words
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Article34 1945-12-08 1 ROME, Dec. 7. An electrical technician from Uantha hag Invented a machine capable of exploding the atomic bomb from long range, according to a statement m the Rome newspaper, del Popolo.— U.P.UP - 34 words
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Article614 1945-12-08 1 LONDON, Dec. 6.— The Labour (.overnment defeated the Conservative Opposition's censure motion on its domestic policy by 381 votes to 197. Mr. Churchill opened the s* cond and final day of the debate by levelling charges that th' Labour Government are "Imbued with the spirit ofReuter - 614 words
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Article113 1945-12-08 1 MIAMI, Dec. 7: -The greatest air-tea rescue fleet of ships and planes ever mobilized is ranging the Florida coast and out into the Atlantic searching for five I.S. Navy torpedo-bombers which have mysteriously vanished. The five took off from Fort I auderdale airport on Wednes- dayUP - 113 words
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Advertisement297 1945-12-08 1 The Prudential Assurance Co., Ltd. (INCORPORATED IN ENGLAND) TOTAL ASSETS EXCEED $3,500,000,000 BRANCH OFFICE- 17/ 18 MERCANTILE BANK BUILDING-SINGAPORE Th* Prudential Assurance Company Limited Reinstatement cf policies will tin nrA,r«J announces that Its Branch Offlr s In M.ilaya without any evidence of health belaj required has re-opened and k in297 words
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655 1945-12-08 2 The Straits Times Singapore, Saturday, Dec. 8, 1945. Money Talks News that the protracted financial negotiations between the United States and Britain have ended In an agreement for the grant of a substantial dollar loan and a large credit should have a heartening effect throughout the Commonwealth. The details of655 words
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Article1334 1945-12-08 2 Brigadier H.C. Willan - Brigadier H.C. Willan By In A Radio Talk 1946 Will Be Landmark In Malayan History It is only 12 weeks since Malaya was liberated after nearly four years of Japanese domination. During that short space of time, the British Military Administration had to be quick off the1,334 words
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Letter304 1945-12-08 2 I have just read Churchill's attack on the Labour Government. Bo we were deluded Into voting for the Socialists, were we? Mr. Churchill should Just hop a plane and find out (or himself. I am sure the force* here will tell him how much they have been deluded.304 words
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Letter74 1945-12-08 2 By permitting the erection of temporary huts for business everywhere, the authorities are encouraging black market actlvites, as thousands of hefty men sit In these stalla doing business when they should be out doing useful work as labourers, or In growing more food, tl |is he.ping where they74 words
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Letter28 1945-12-08 2 Pensioners are still without their bs., k pensions and are hoping and praying that it win be paid out to them befur* ChrUUna*.— Penalonw. JB.28 words
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Article, Illustration52 1945-12-08 2 Aumiral .Mountbatten, Supreme Allied Commander, accepted the formal surrender of Field Marshal Count Teraurhi, Supreme Commander of the Ja o Expeditionary Forces of the Southern Regions, at Saifon on Nor. 39. Count Teraurhi handed to the Supremo two tw ords m their rases. Picture by Army FlArmy Fl Im tnlt - 52 words
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Article361 1945-12-08 2 DECEMBER 8, 1942 In Urn early houra of th? morning of Dec. 8 four yean ago, a rain of bombs fulling on the centre of Singapore apprised citizens that Japan had embarked upon national suicide. She was a long way from winning her war against361 words
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Article90 1945-12-08 2 W.'^HINGTON. Dec 7— Oeu. Arnold. VS. Army Air Parr* chief. In a speech yesterday, men tloned the Philippines. Okinawa, Alaska, and Iceland as points mhere the United States shou'd have military bases m the future. Re added that the north pole will be the centreReuter - 90 words
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Advertisement602 1945-12-08 2 M.VT.-GENEKAL SIR II H.« IBRAHIM D.K., S.P.M.J., 0.C.M.0., ETC., SULTAN OF JOHORE and LADY MARCELLA IBRAHIM GROSVENOR HOUSE, LONDON, W:I: P.PC. CHUA—LIM. The engagement li armour ced of Chua Peng Swee, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chua Seng Hock, nephew of Dr. and Mrs. Llm Han Hoe, to Llm Soon602 words
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Advertisement158 1945-12-08 2 TRADE MARK NOTICF Notice b hereby given that the Trade Marks ipMi' above are the sole and exclusive property of Chop Hup Ouan of Nos. 152. 154 and 154 Cecil Street, Singapore, and are used by the said Chop m respect of Tea manufactured and. or sold by them m158 words
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179 1945-12-08 3 300 PRISONERS PERISH WHEN COASTER SUNK BY MINE R.A.F. Flying Boats Assist In Rescues About 300 members of a Japanese working party of 450 perished recently when the small coaster in which they were travelling from Batu Pah at to an island near Singapore, hit a mine and sank in179 words
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Article103 1945-12-08 3 About 200 members of Singapore's fire brigade went on strike yesterday. According to an official statement, no proposals have been received from the men. The strike involves firemen, drivers, and clerks at both the Central Station. Hill Street and Geylanr. It is understood the men are asking103 words
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Article50 1945-12-08 3 Approximately 500 Singapore Government pensioners have sent a petition to the Colonial Secretary for the payment of three and a half years' pension, pleading that their present financial position is desperate. So far pensioners, like other Government employees, have received a maximum of $250, or three months' pension.50 words
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Article77 1945-12-08 3 A British brigade major and an English girl serving with the Red Cross in Padang, Sumatra, are believed to have been kidnapped on Dec. 4. They left In v Jeep to go swimming between 5.30 and 6 fc.m., since when they have not been seen, despite77 words
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Article128 1945-12-08 3 A service for Col. Lim Bo Seng was held at the Tong Teh Library headquarters of the Singapore branch of the Kuomintang Association yesterday. Col. LJm's remains arrived in Singapore by train yesterday and a large procession preceded the hearse which conveyed them from the128 words
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Article184 1945-12-08 3 Church Services tomorrow St. Andrew's Cathedral 7 am 8 a.m., 10.30 a.m., 11. IS a.m. and 5.30 p.m.: Cathedral of the Good Shepherd 6.16 a.m., 7 a.m., 8 a.m.. 10 am. and 5 p.m.; Garrison Church 8 a.m. and 6 30 p.m.; St. Hilda's Church (Katong) 8 am.184 words
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32 1945-12-08 3 The New Amsterdam, on which the Sultan of Johore and Lady Ibrahim have embarked for the United Kingdom, leaves Singapore this morning, it Is understood.32 words
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68 1945-12-08 3 Tin Committee Investigation Findings Soon Prom Our Own Correspondent LONDON, Dee. 7.— ln consequence of the increasingly arid prospects of seml-specalative Investments in this country, a considerable volume of money Is believed to be awaiting the Colonial Office report on Malayan tin properties, publication of which is expected during the68 words
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Article262 1945-12-08 3 In order to combat the Increasing number of road accidents In Singapore, the Military authorities and the civil pol.ce have Jointly launched an extensive "safety first" campaign. The first measures in this drive are the new traffic roundabouts in front of the Victoria Memorial Hall, remarking262 words
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Article120 1945-12-08 3 Treasury official* are prepared to Investigate any complaints regarding exchange of notes, the Straits Times was told yesterday when Inquiring following a correspondent's letter stating that he received $20 from Treasury clerks In exchange for four $10 notes which were "torn but still bore the120 words
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Article66 1945-12-08 3 The club premises have been requisitioned by the Military for Officer* and 8.0.R.'s and the club Is at present closed during renovation. It U hoped to open In the near future and all civilian members will be endued to make full use of the amenities. It Is66 words
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Article67 1945-12-08 3 One All-Black's forward and two English Internationals will be In action in today's Army versus Navy rugby match at Jalan Besar Stadium at S p.m. The two internationals are Capt Stevens (scrum-half), and Major R. Icy land (forward). In the Army side. Lieut. Phelps Is the67 words
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Article69 1945-12-08 3 The Supremo Is leaving Singapore by air this morning on a short visit to the Australian forces In Borneo. He will spend the afternoon at labuan, where he will be met by MaJ.-Oen. E. J. Mllford, Chief of Staff at Advanced Headquarters of Australian Military Force.69 words
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Article117 1945-12-08 3 Five of six Chinese charged with murder were found Ruilty and sentenced to death by Win? Commander F. A. Brlges In DM Superior Court on Friday. Th 9 sixth accused, defended by Mr. B. H. Chla, was found guilty o' voluntarily causing huit and wm117 words
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Article87 1945-12-08 3 The Malayan Relief and Wei/an Fund Is nearly exhausted. The publlo U aaked to support this IIMWIII4 organisation, which hai dona ao much to relieve distressed persona In Malay*. Without further fund* the work cannot go on. Donation! will be grateful.? rfpet*r<t by the Controller, Finance te87 words
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Article47 1945-12-08 3 Mr. A. W. Frtaby, acting Director of Education. Malaya, Arrived In Singapore from Africa on Wednesday and flew to Kuala Lumpur. Mr. Frlsby vu formerly an inspector of schools in various parti of Malaya, and m headma&ter of Outram School, Singapore, in 193247 words
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Article35 1945-12-08 3 The desirability of Introducing more young blood Into the Singapore Advisory Council tv referred to by Mr. John Lay cock, president of the Singapore Rotary Club, at this week's meet- j in.35 words
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Article46 1945-12-08 3 Said to be one of the men responsible for the destruction of Lidice, martyred Czech Tillage. Harald Wlesmann, former Gestapo chief of Kladno, near Prague, hat been -sent to Prague prison. This was ai <unced by the Czech Ministry of Int lor. Reuter.Reuter - 46 words
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Article158 1945-12-08 3 Supplies For Suburbs Supplies of gas to the Katong, Bukit Timah and PftjSii Panjang areas, which were cut off during the occupation should be available by the end of January, provided no major difficulties are encountered and sufficient coal arrives. This was stated by Col O158 words
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Article77 1945-12-08 3 81x hundred and forty-eight cut iron lamp-pasts were removed from Singapore's roads and melted down during the latUr stages of the occupation. In 1941, there were 4.008 lamp columns In use. of which about 1,300 were cast iron. Columns damaged or removed by the Japanese will77 words
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Article84 1945-12-08 3 More than 300 former member* of the MAS. In Sine a pore have been helped to obtain employment, temporary or permanent and fury effort la being made by V.c MAS. au'Vritles to find work for other members who need employment. The majority of MAS. men have84 words
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Article77 1945-12-08 3 (Fr«ni Oar Own CtTnp>»<mt) IPOH. Dm. 7.— Ooiden Boy 11 at. one of Singapore* leading contender* for the Malayan lightweight title, tort on a narrow polnU decision to Kid Cabanell*. 10 it. S. Ipoh bolder of the Malayan feather and lightweight Utlea, last night orer ten rounds.77 words
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Article70 1945-12-08 3 I Application* for repatriation to India have been received from MO Indian* In Singapore alone, according to Mr. R Jumabhoy, President of the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Repatriation Committee. Mr Jumabboy emphasised that the repatrfcUon of Malayan Indians to India was70 words
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Article76 1945-12-08 3 I The reconstruction and repair of Singapore* 328 miles of roads will Intend over a number of years, owing to current unstable price conditions and labour cost, stated an official of the Works Branch of the BilA In order to bring the condition of Singapore's roads back to76 words
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Article92 1945-12-08 3 Latest reports from Sourabaya by an inspection party composed of members of the Batavia branch of the Kuomintang Party and representatives of two Chinese language newspapers state that 1,100 Chinese have died, 5,000 are injured and 10,000 homeless as a result of the recent fighting92 words
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Advertisement382 1945-12-08 3 NOTICE. NOTICE is hereby given that the Deed of Substitution dated Ist July 1943 (registered No. 105/1948 In the Supreme Court. Singapore) created by Chua Yong Seng In favour of Tan Heng Chua conferring on him the powers contained In the Power of Attorney dated Ist July 1943 conferred on382 words
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Advertisement563 1945-12-08 3 THE ASIA INSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED. (Incorporated In the 8 8.) SECURITY DEPOSITED with the STRAITS SETTLEMENTS GOVERNMENT. tJUO.OOO Transacts the following insutAnce businesses: FTRE, MOTOR VEHICLES PERSONAL ACCIDENT AND WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION. The Public Is hereby kindly requested to communicate with the undermentioned for any Insurance business. HEAD OFFICE: Nor 88/72.563 words
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Advertisement384 1945-12-08 3 RAFFLES HOTZL TO-NIGHT DANCE 9 D« p m to 12 00 p m. Admls*lon Charge: SIM lo Nun Residents MARLBORO UGH Next to Alhambra. Brarh M. 1 30. 3 30. 6 IS 915 m Box office Phone «'UJ Special Box Office Fcr Ladles Today Sc Tomorrow "HOUYWOOD CAVALCADE" (IN TECHMICOI384 words
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Article248 1945-12-08 4 Headquarters Being Set Up In Batavia? BATAVIA, Dec. 6. An assurance that America has "no intention to assist or participate m forceful measures" m Indonesia given by the U.S. State Department m a letter to the India League of America yesterday was followed todayReuter - 248 words
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Article308 1945-12-08 4 INTERVIEW WITH "HAGANA" JERUSALEM, Dec. s:— ln one of the strangest Interviews I have ever had, I have Just had a meeting with the spokesman of the Hagana, Palestine's largest resistance movement, write* Halg Nicholson, Reuter's special correspondent. He answered my questions from behind a blanket "curtain" and told me308 words
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Article154 1945-12-08 4 Can Hurley Prove WASHINGTON, Dec. 6.— Major Gen. Hurley's testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee has so far left Governmental and other Washington opinion almost evenly divided as to whether he will be able to prove his charges entirely, but reliable sources predict that he has sufficient ammunition toUP - 154 words
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Article40 1945-12-08 4 CHUNGKING. Dec. 3— China has appointed Dr. Wellington Koo, Ambassador In Britain, and Dr. Victor Koo, former political vice-minister, as foreign affairs delegates on the Preparatory Commission of the United Nations Organisation, It was announced here today.— Reuter.Reuter - 40 words
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Article54 1945-12-08 4 LONDON, Dec. 6— London's Christmas nteat supplies have been assured as a result of the decision of representatives of workers m the great Smlthfleld market which handles the capital's meat supplies to postpone the operative date of the "cease work" recommendation made earlier this week from Dec. 17Reuter - 54 words
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Article716 1945-12-08 4 The British Government has proposed to the Soviet Union, the United States and Prance, a general reduction of Allied occupation force* In Austria, learns Reuter'i diplomatic correspondent. The object of the proposal Is to relieve the burden placed on Austrian economy— Reuter. Lieut -Col Jack716 words
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Article356 1945-12-08 4 NEW LIGHT ON NAZI INTRIGUES NUREMBERG, Dec. 5— British diplomatic dispatches giving the background of the German Intrigue In Slovakia before final dismemberment of the Czech Republic In March, 1939, were put in as evidence this morning when the American prosecution continued the case of count 1 of the warReuter - 356 words
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Article104 1945-12-08 4 NUREMBERG, Dec The fatal under-estlniatlon of the Luftwaffe of Britain's capacity In the spring of 1939 probably cost Germany the Battle of Britain, it was disclosed yesterday at the Nail War criminal trial here yesterday. This conclusion was drawn from a report brought out during theUP - 104 words
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Article33 1945-12-08 4 WASHINGTON. Dec. 6— The United States Is ready to proceed without France If necessary In tie centralisation measures for Germany, the United States Secretary of State, Mr. James Byrnes, announced. Reuter.Reuter - 33 words
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