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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 04, 1945
Page
2
A damaged OCR fragment notes Souder and Shim Jia in connection with an event at Carns on a Tuesday. Details are unclear, but the reference implies a declaration or acknowledgment related to those names and location.
Jockey W Beresford was warned by Queensland Turf Club stewards in Brisbane during April for conduct on track. The note records a formal caution without suspension or further penalties.
The Air Ministry reveals British inventions aiding navigation and accuracy including a distant reading compass for high altitude evasion and automatic pilots. The work, produced by Vero and partners, enables bombsights like the Mark XIV and related systems, signaling move toward US access for wartime use.
A government notice urges wheat growers to apply for relief to carry crops over, warning not to rush unfinished wheat to factories. It notes February production comparisons and calls for orderly distribution to avoid shortages.
Brisbane April 4 A brilliant display by A Carrigan for Queensland failed to save the side from a convincing defeat at the Brisbane Cricket Ground. Carrigan hit 11 fours in a 190 minute innings, delivering a glorious effort for Um in.
Members plan a meeting to discuss disbanding and appoint delegates to reform the Innisfail District Rugby League. The league will then represent to Johnstone Shire Council on Callendar Park use for the coming season.
Coventry Rugby Club, regarded as England's best, beat the Australian Country Party 38 points to 2 in London on April 2. Murray scored both Australian tries as Queensland four were converted.
Report on Devore’s poor showing at the Cans Club event with scattered play and a four ball format. JP Grifting carded overall 8 and 1s, with Groke posting rounds of 3 and 4.
Local notes report Easter visits by Herberton State High School families to Minbua, staff changes and engagements in Millaa Millaa district. Farewell to Mr and Mrs Newby praised for community service, ambulance fundraiser events planned, and a Ravenshoe visit by J C Daley to discuss road changes and butter factory concerns.
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