The Straits Times, 11 December 1945
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Title Section17 1945-12-11 1 The Straits Times MALAYA'S LEADING NEWSPAPER-ESTABLISHED 1845, FOUR PAOES SINGAPORE, TUESDAY DECEMBER 11, 1945. PRICE '.0 CENTS.17 words
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Article309 1945-12-11 1 Gen. Christison Summons Indonesian "Premier" B ATA VI A, Dec. 10.— After an air attack lasting one hour, the town of Tjibadak is now flattened, reports Aneta. Thirteen British planes took part in the operation, which was preceded by Beaufighters dropping leaflets warning the309 words
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233 1945-12-11 1 BOUGAINVILLE, Dec. 10:— The revelation of a record of limitless cruelty resulting in the death of probably 500 men is expected as the result of the exhumation on Ba.lale Island of the bodies of 430 prisoners of war, believed to have been British R.A.Reuter - 233 words
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Article53 1945-12-11 1 LONDON, Dec. 9:— Melbourne radio reported today that as part jf the rapidly proceeding repatriation of wartime refugees in (Vustralia 1.500 Chinese left Bris>ane yesterday in the steamer Cheshire for Hong Kong. A thousand of these are seamen and >tliers were evacuated from >Jauru, where they wo.ked onReuter - 53 words
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Article44 1945-12-11 1 Red Cross Aid Germans BRITISH HEADQUARTERS IN JErtMANY. Dec. 10.- British Red iross worktr.s In Germany are ow hurt! at work aiding the irrmuLii in the Rhur, Berlin, and the.r centres and additional jams are scheduled to come from rltain to help them.— UP.UP - 44 words
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86 1945-12-11 1 British Pledge To Holland May Be Renounced LONDON, Dec. 10.— The British Foreign Secretary, Mr. Ernest Bevin, may announce that the pledge Britain gave Holland during the war to help restore the Dutch East Ind.es did not countenance the use of British forces to support Dutch Imperialism against Indonesian nationalismUP - 86 words
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Article46 1945-12-11 1 SHANGHAI, Dec 9: -Seven foreign banks, including three British, announced today that they were reopening for business tomorrow. It Is understood that, In view of the present unsettled exchange situation, they will not transact any exchange business for the time being.— Reuter.Reuter - 46 words
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Article66 1945-12-11 1 NUREMBERG. Dec. A Red Army man who Is understood to have beei. a driver for a member of the Sovl staff at the war crimes tribunal here wag shot through the chert late last night and died within a few minutes of admission to hospital. TheReuter - 66 words
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Article185 1945-12-11 1 U.S. PLAN ON LEASED BASES Washington, Dec. 10.— tt is learned that the United States has proposed to Britain that the Newfoundland, Bermuda, and Caribbean military airfields acquired in the late President Roosevelt's celebrated "bases for destroyers" deal be now opened to commercial use. This would be accomplished through aUP - 185 words
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Article40 1945-12-11 1 COPENHAGEN. Dec. 9 —According to the New York Times, the Danish Government expects to start negotiations with the new Republic of Iceland next month regarding its altered status following Iceland's declaration of independence from the Crown.— Reuter.Reuter - 40 words
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Article56 1945-12-11 1 WASHINOTON, Dsc. 10— The United States Supreme Court U expected tomorrow to announce whether It will hear the petition of Oec. Yamashlta, who hu appealed i.-»nst th# decision of the Manila Commtaaton which condemned him to death b* hanging for v.ar crimes. Most qualified observers predict that the56 words
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489 1945-12-11 1 ia;inlhjn, Dec. 9.— An appeal to the British Foreign Secretary, Mr. Ernest Bevln, to reconsider the Government's policy on Indonesia was made here tonight at a Swaraj House dinner by Fenner Brockway, Political Secretary of the Independent Labour Party. "I have never desired a GovernmentReuter - 489 words
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Article139 1945-12-11 1 WARNS ORIENT "EXPLOSIVE ELEMENT" CHICAGO, Dec. 10.— The Republican Party National Committee yesterday wound up a two-day meeting discussing plans for the 1946 elections and outlined a programme stressing full co-operation with other nations for permanent world peace. Senator Thomas Hart, speaking In a nationwide broadcast to climax the meeting,UP - 139 words
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Article185 1945-12-11 1 CALCUTTA, Dec. 10:— British businessmen were ready to set up undertakings In India to the advantage of that country if they were certain of fair treatment. Sir Reswlck Haddow. presiding over the annual meeting here of Associated Chambers of Commerce, said today. The venture could not beReuter - 185 words
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Article270 1945-12-11 1 TEHERAN, Dec. 10.— The Persian Government has been superseded by a six-man "Superior Council" directed by the Premier, Abrahim Hakim. The Council includes four former premiers and one former minister of industry. The Council was formed because of the state of emergency caused by theUP - 270 words
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Article55 1945-12-11 1 FRANKFURT, Dec 10— Oen George Pat ton Jr., suffered a serious spinal injury yesterday when a United States army truck crashed Into his automobile near Mannerheim. The best doctors In the US army in Europe were rushed to the Heidelberg hospital, where he wasUP - 55 words
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Article47 1945-12-11 1 PARIS. Dec. 10:— Oen. de Gaulle will broadcast on the international situation this evening and it is believed that he will express the French attitude on the proposals for a centralized German government and the exclusion of France from the Moscow talks. UP.UP - 47 words
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Article206 1945-12-11 1 LONDON. D«. America* part in China's undeclared civil war la expected to be clarified within the next few day*, writes the special correspondent aS Chinese army headquarter* la Manchuria of the Observer today. "Whether tht clarification will be publicised Is questionable," he says. "The next twillReuter - 206 words
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Article70 1945-12-11 1 LONDON, Dec. it) —if News of tht World yesterday reported that President Tmman and the British Prime Minister. Mr. C. P.. Attle*. had agreed to cancel tht "secret ««r#tmtnl" between the former Prime Minister. Mr. Winston hurrhill. and tbt lat« President Roosevelt at th* QueSe* conference70 words
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Obituary149 1945-12-11 2 Madam Ng Khee Neo, aged 93, of Kirn Bian Seng Co., Ltd pasted away p_ac?fully at the tariueis premises, 33/5 Tanjong Pagar Road, on 8-12-45 »t 3 p m., leaving behind her two sons. Koh Seng Lee and Koh Kiat Seng. Koh Klio.n lav the ele'est of 13 grandcons,149 words
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890 1945-12-11 2 The Straits Times Singapore, Tuesday, Dec. 11, 1945 The B.M.A. Brigadier H. C. Willan, who is acting ps Chief Civil Affairs Officer for Malaya during trie absence of Major-General Hone l;as broadcast a review of tnc work of the B.MA. in the first 12 weeks following the llbera tion. It890 words
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Article1291 1945-12-11 2 New United Nations Enterprise By A Special Correspondent To The Times At a simple but Impressive ceremony in London recently, the representatives of 44 of the United Nations appended their signatures to the constitution of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO. At the outset1,291 words
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Article, Illustration568 1945-12-11 2 'Attack'— His Keyword In Two Wars Twice in World War 11, the keyword 'Attack"— of the Allle: Air Commander-in-Chlef, South I East Asia, Air Chief Marshal SU Keith Park, won decisive battles In the Battle of Britain and In the Battle of Malta he attack. < boldly when the air568 words
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88 1945-12-11 2 Trafalgar Squarel Demonstration LONDON. Dec 10:— The fir Indian and colonial open air d< monstration since war w; declared took place in Trafal? Square to demand freedom Indonesia and Indo-Ch'na. th release of all Indian Nation: Army officers and men and a! tr. protest against the "colour te in South88 words
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Advertisement97 1945-12-11 2 AMERICAN FOREIGN INSURANCE ASSOCIATION Head Office: 80, Maiden Lane, New York City Singapore Branch Office Mercantile Bnnk Building Manager. F. T. WYCKOFF. Control Office for Malaya, Siam Netherland Indies American Insurance Co., Newark, New Jersey Fidelity-Phenix Fire Ins. Co., New York Great American Insurance Co. New York liartford Fire Ins.97 words
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Article587 1945-12-11 3 LIVING FORESEEN Price Control Scheme Before Authorities Price control for essential commodities, coupled with a rationing scheme, may be put into operation in Singapore very soon, the Straits Times understands. A price-fixing committee, comprising officials of th< B.M.A. md representative producers and consumers, hat been587 words
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Article63 1945-12-11 3 The discussions between the Siamese delegation, led by Prince Viwat, and the British Government representatives in Singapore have been postponed for a few days, it Is reliably understood. It is believed that the discussions will be resumed as soon as the Supreme Commander, South East Asia, returns63 words
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Article73 1945-12-11 3 From Our Own Correspondent PENANO, Dec. 9.— Six thousand two hundred tons of rubber was loaded into the American ship A. B. Hammond in Penanfc Harbour yesterday. Mr. A. a. Shafe of the Penang section of the Rubber Buying Unit said application had already been73 words
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Article63 1945-12-11 3 A motor chase on the Manrtal Road that ended in a gun batt'p between Army officers and detectives on one side and a gar? cf Chinese on the other, and resulted in one Chinese belim killed, had Its sequel in the Superior Court today when63 words
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Article150 1945-12-11 3 The first member of the W-A A T to be married in Singapore will be Corporal Enid Mifanwv Chapman of Air Command, South East As a. The wedding will take place at St. Andrew's Cathedral on Wednesday, December 19. The bride Is the only child of Mr.150 words
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Article75 1945-12-11 3 Victoria Memorial Hall on Sunday was converted in a church with full altar and altar mils for a special service organised by R.A.F. 5353 Wing. The service was broadcast and a recording; made for the 8.8.C. Christmas home programme. Prayers were taken by Senior RAT. Chaplain, Rev.75 words
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Article69 1945-12-11 3 Mr. Kao Ling-Pai To Return Mr. Kao Ling-pal, former Chinese Consul -General at Singapore, will return to take up his former duties, according to official advice received from Chungking by the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce. It is not known when he will arrive. The Chamber has made the necessary69 words
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Article424 1945-12-11 3 Mr. Aw Boon Haw, known throughout Malaya M ft millionaire and owner of the Tiger balm and a chain of Chinese newspaper concerns in this country, returned to Singapore from Hong Kong by flylnt boat yesterday after an absence of nearly four years. He was424 words
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Article252 1945-12-11 3 (From Our Own Correspondent) LONDON, Nov. 25:— Intsrnees from Malaya, Hong Kong and other territories arriving home In Pritain are finding that. In addition to the welcome given them by their families, the public (generally are anxious to show their sympathy as well as then admiration for252 words
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Article230 1945-12-11 3 MAJORITY WISH TO RETURN Although 80 per cent, of the men are willing to return to woifc, they cannot do so because o: intimidation, according to an official of the Singapore Fire Brigade, advising no change in the strike situation involving 200 firemen, drivers and clerks oi230 words
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Article163 1945-12-11 3 t rom Ow Own Conrspoiulrnt KUALA LUMPUR. Dec. 7 Pearln*. that hla throat might be cat if the Japanese knew he had been harbouring a BrlUsa Indian so'dler, an old Malay, refused further help This ni related by an Indian at the preliminary enquiry which163 words
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135 1945-12-11 3 From Oar Own Correspondent KUALA LUMPUR. Dec 7— Sentence of death was pa^ed by It -Col. A. J Bostock Hl'.l In the Supreme Court sitting at Kuala Kubu Bihru on .i Malay, Abdn Rahman bin Ar hid. police sub-inspec;or during the Japane c regime,135 words
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Article123 1945-12-11 3 From Our Own Carresp indent LONDON, Nov. 27 —As your Correspondent cabled briefly to you today. fears that the official Malayan rubber price of lOd. per tt>. may ba stabi!lsel over a considerable period have been oxprclslng a most adverse effect on Rubber share prices on the123 words
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Advertisement298 1945-12-11 3 TENDERS. TENDERS arc required for the grass cutting contract at H.M. Naval Base. Particulars can be obtained from Commander ol the Base. TENDERS. Tenders are Invited for the making cf the following uniforms for the Marine Police. Singapore. The necessary cloth will be supplied. KHAKI DRILL Bailor Jackets 320 Bailor298 words
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Advertisement823 1945-12-11 3 LEGAL NOTICE. Re: Hua Chiang it Co. NOTICE Is hereby .riven thbuslners (excluding book-debts and liabilities) but including all stock-ln-irade, goodw'.ll and the tenancy of the premises known as 77. South Bnd ;e Roai. Singapore, of "Hua Chiang St Company", carried on In partnership between Chan Joo Tlang. Chan Joo823 words
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Advertisement365 1945-12-11 3 LEGAL NOTICE. Re: Sin Kwang A Company. NOTICE is hereby given 'hat the business (excluding book-dents and liabilities) but including all stork intrade, goodwill s»nd the tenancy tt the premises known as 4:4. North Bridge Road, Singapore, of Sin Kwang A Company", carried on In partnrrfhip between Yeo Ang Lr.k.365 words
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417 1945-12-11 4 SOVIET 'SOFTENiNG UP' PERSIA, M.P. DECLARES Situation May Provide First Big Showdown LONDON, Dec. 9 There seems no doubt that Russian policy with regard to Persia is to "soften up" enough of the country to make it a permanently Russian sphere of influence and some of it a Russian possession,417 words
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Article124 1945-12-11 4 Emancipation Of Japan's Farmers TOKIO, Dec. 9: Gen. Douglas Mac Arthur, In one of the most far-reaching directives yet Issued, today ordered the Japanese Government to free the farmer from the bondage of the feudal absentee landlord, discriminatory taxes and other Ills which have enslaved him for centuries. Broadly, theReuter - 124 words
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Article87 1945-12-11 4 OTTAWA, Dec 9 -Negotiations for a Canadian loan to Britain are not expected to present serious difficulties, say financial officials here. The Canadian attitude has been all along that Canada will advance Britain all the credit she requires to buy goods in Canada. Whether thatReuter - 87 words
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Article72 1945-12-11 4 FRANKFURT, Dec. 9:— The Americans are playing second fiddle to the British In winning favour and respect from the Germans in occupied areas, it was revealed yesterday in intelligence reports. The Germans say that the British military government Is highly efficient and systematic, whereas the American militaryUP - 72 words
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Article73 1945-12-11 4 TOKIO. Dec 9.— Mr. Edwin Pauley, President Truman's personal representative, making a report on Japanese reparations in a statement Issued just before his departure today, said there was no intention of taklns reparations from Korea. The statement added thcrj was a possibility that Japanese equipment mightUP - 73 words
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Article47 1945-12-11 4 Russia Olympics MOSCOW, Dec. 9:— Russia has her eyes on the next Olympic Games following the successful tour of Britain of her Dynamo football team If Russia participates, sporting experts predict she will bag the lion's share of the successes since Russians are highly developed athlotes.— U.P.UP - 47 words
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Article51 1945-12-11 4 MANILA. Dec. 9.— Mr. Paul V. McNutt. U.S. Hish Commissioner to the Philippines, has taken steps to co-ordinate the activities of all United States Government agencies in the islands with a view to ensuring the success of the Federal Government's programme for the Philippines, it was disclosed yesterday.UP - 51 words
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Article45 1945-12-11 4 San Francisco, Dec. 9— The first Pan-American World Airways flirht to the Orient since Pearl Harbour is scheduled to leave today for Honolulu. Midway, Guam, and Manila. A company spokesman says that a regular schedule will be set up soon. I.P.45 words
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Article219 1945-12-11 4 Turkey Her Problems BUCHAREST, Dec. 9 The Turk official view Is reported here to be that following the recent British and American notes on the question of the Dardanelles Turkey Is awaiting the future with calm anj confidence while preparing to resist any demands Infringing Turkey's Independence and sovereignty. TheReuter - 219 words
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162 1945-12-11 4 TOKYO, Dec. 9.— The United States War Department has ordered the Supreme Allied Command In the Pacific to withhold final action with regard to Oen. Yamashlta, now under sentence of death as a war criminal pending his appeal to the United States SupremeReuter - 162 words
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Article197 1945-12-11 4 LONDON, Dec. ln spite of shipping difficulties and war losses, British shipping, com pan. es are doing their utmost to speed up the resumption of regular traffic with the Far East, Australia and New Zealand where the total disappearance of Japanese and German competition willReuter - 197 words
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Article119 1945-12-11 4 CAMBRIDGE, Dec. 8: Major A. L. Symonds, Labour MP. for Cambridge, addressing a wellattended meeting of British and Indian students of Cambridge University, expressed regret that the Labour Oovemment had failed to fix a "target date for Indian independence." The meeting was organised by theReuter - 119 words
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Article70 1945-12-11 4 LONDON. Dec. 9— Thousands of civil and military police all over London were combining during the night in an effort to check the unprecedented crime wave which is sweeping the cltv and country generally. This all-out activity followed a whole week in which kidnappings, burglaries, hold-ups andReuter - 70 words
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Article66 1945-12-11 4 WASHINGTON, Dec. 9.— The Navy yesterday disclosed the possibility that a Japanese submarine commander, Ike Hashimoto who is believed to have sunk the Indianapolis may testify at the court martial of the ship's commander, Capt. Charles B. McVay. Hashimoto Is expected to estaj blish whetherUP - 66 words
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