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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 02, 1952
Page
5
A fragmented analysis notes President Truman may withdraw from the 1952 race or seek a second term despite party divisions. It discusses Democratic dissension, potential impacts on the party, and the broader effect on U.S. leadership during a critical global moment. The piece weighs constitutional limits, public sentiment, and the likelihood of future candidates emerging from the Democratic ranks.
The Minister for Shipping announced two extra ships for the Queensland run this month. They will be relocated from the United Kingdom and renamed upon arrival. The plan includes loading Caled coal on April 2 and the River Norman on April 7, details given by the Minister in Canberra.
Shipping movements in North Queensland ports list vessels and cargoes. From Friday to Tuesday ships from various ports carry sugar and general cargo toward Bowen Townsville Cairns and Melbourne while Brisbane and Sydney services resume. Several vessels prepare for loading at ports and departures for Papin Sydney and other destinations with schedules for early week arrivals.
Maurice, an aboriginal accused of an unnatural offence at Cairns on December 10 1864, faced trial by jury. The Protector of Aborigines and Crown Prosecutor described his low character but urged leniency, noting Maurice had worked as a yaraman and jackeroo with a generally clean record.
A court in Kuranda sentenced Lawrence Frederick Sauaert to 18 months imprisonment after pleading guilty to a break and enter at Edward Tolmit's dwelling in Barron River. Prosecutor Cormack noted Sauaert had ten prior convictions for stealing and other offenses. He was described as unemployed and previously educated at Yarra, with ties to multiple employers, before the crime scene near River Me and other locations.
The timber industry faces a light recession while unemployment rises as workers seek relief. Officials note a buyer resistance amid a holiday market, with several workers displaced and injuries reported in Goondmill. Weather and regional farm concerns add to the economic strain across districts including Tally, Ravenshoe, Cardwell, and Townsville zones.
Gur Asherton correspondent reports a jar shattered in a man’s hands causing a large cut. He required nineteen stitches to close the wound, highlighting a painful domestic accident with a startling scene.
The article reports a land selection case near the Mulgrave River in Queensland. Officials discuss leases and permanent tenures involving T Larkin Warland and P P Osbee Warne, with approvals by the Land Commissioners Court.
Fragmentary OCR note lists numbers and names unclear. No coherent event or outcome emerges, but references Ford Motor Products and multiple figures. Further readable text needed to produce a proper summary card.
Fragmented OCR text reports figures and names in a garbled postal and tax context. It mentions a total for the year of 733 and references individuals and percentages, but the legible facts are limited and uncertain.
An aged railway traffic supervisor and superintendent for Seethampton died on the eventful day at Rockhampton. The deceased was 43 years old, born at Ma/Tosroigh, and had served the service for many years. The report notes his long tenure and local connections.
The report shows a £43 million rise in customs revenue for the nine months ended March 31, 1981, over the previous year. March figures reflect changes but the March plant imports are not yet reflected in these figures, with a noted increase from 1980 to 1981.
Obituary notes William Stratton died March 8 at Baw Hospital Cairns. Born in Cairns, he was 32, educated in local schools, and worked in the Cairns State workshop and Queensland Railways Field. He loved sport, especially cricket with the Cairns Brewers Club. He is survived by his widow, two children Robert and May, and his father Mr T G Strutton of 225 Draper Street.
A police witness alleged in evidence before Mr Sete Red Deep bed g Ferro do Covel Count of Cairn yesterday that Shefki Xbemdi farmer of Marcsbs identified to a frect several shots of Dede Dedai share farmer Trips the Gon Cab Rand Te mr sigh t a ned mt iy his bering Sitampted unlawfully to kill Deda and further with intent to main Dedai unlawfully attempted to strike Dedai with projectile bullet Mr Rex King with Mr Larinel Sinslattad the Messrs O/Beirnt and McNamex appeared for the The Crown Prosecutor Mr R Cormack.
A garbled OCR report recounts a doctor’s testimony in a robbery inquiry. The witness describes gunfire, a struggle, and suspects while naming locations, people, and timelines in an unclear sequence. The fragment hints at a January 1 incident and mentions a gun club and family involvement.
A garbled report references Abbault recalling Creecuamines amid a mid tie event linked to Mr Als and Dever. It mentions a sasmolt year and a male named Mee on Khemil Fhe. Details are unclear and names appear misread.
Inspector Selby died in Rockhampton yesterday amid a troubled career with the Police Department. He served in the Lockyer district and was associated with Mughy Union, reflecting a long tenure in public service. Born in Geelong, his youth and career were marked by steady police work and representation of his district.
A brief report notes farmers facing new water charges amid rural tensions. Local officials defend the levy as necessary for irrigation infrastructure, while farmers plan meetings to discuss impact and potential appeals. Community leaders urge calm as negotiations continue.
A deteriorating health report on jockey C Knobel follows an accident near Kombo Grange. He and other riders were brought to Arthie Creall's Meare stables as authorities conducted an inquiry into the incident, which adjourned with Knobel in serious condition.
The Cairns case outlines Ryan pleaded guilty to three counts of breaking and entering and two charges of entry with intent and one of sealing. The Crown noted prior convictions for stealing and that the offender joined a militant group. He faced hard labour with a four year term, based on his history and age at first offence.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a person named Brockane Age-Dube seeking a seat. No clear event date or organization is readable. details remain unclear.
A fragmented OCR passage describes timber production constraints affecting Australia and Grenning, noting partial timber exports, pricing pressures, and government handling of land reserves and plantations. It references Mr Grenning, a cabinet timber debate, railways, and market practices within a developing timber industry.
An unclear OCR item references Aurelian securing a price related to a large structure project. Details are fragmented but indicate a formal bid or contract tied to a new construction on a street or site labeled with significant scope. No other named entities are clearly readable.
A Cairns Post report describes a crash involving a Dragonfly pilot near Seaway Cove, with ambulance response and subsequent details. The incident occurred early morning, with initial accounts noting the aircraft and possible damage and a reported inquiry into the power source. Further official conditions and outcomes were not fully clarified in the accessible text.
A northern region experiences heavy rainfall affecting communities as a court case proceeds. The defense appears in court with attorneys including O Beirne and Maas among those present.
Fragmented text references AccuMED William and an incident near Aawiall with Bed and con stater supply, plus mentions of Wilkinson Cape York and Brisbane. Weather notes describe heavy wind and rain, scattered showers along Torres Strait, and potential cyclone activity affecting movement north.
Fragmentary OCR recounts a Tobruk Day observance with fractured dialogue. The text includes references to confrontations, a cart incident, and police response involving individuals named Wilkinson Williams and Constable Carroll, but many phrases are garbled.
The Agriculture Minister announced payment from the Sugar Board toward cane production for the 1981 season. The proposed sum aims to cover about 74 and 2 tons of cane to mills, with grants expected mid April. Producers seek details on the extra support to sustain forestry work and transport projects.
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