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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 06, 1946

Page

6

Income Redistribution and Wages in Australia Review

A Veteran Institute of Public Affairs study analyzes income redistribution as a panacea for high earners profits and wages. It notes limited gains for most individuals from heavy redistribution while highlighting rising real wages hours and extensive benefits like annual leave and welfare schemes across private industry.

Saucuud Vieteran Institute of Public Affairs Commonwealth Bank Wearn Lowes Ita

Cairns Market Prices and Trade Practices Noted

A fragmentary report from Cairns Market highlights pricing and trade practices for staple goods. The text references seller margins, customer deals, and observed shifts in rates, with emphasis on value offers and market activity.

Farrelly Family Obituary at Sacnecra of Ci sii

Obituary notice for the Farrelly family, noting the death of a relative after illness. Mentions Fernie, Cares The Lineral, and local church rites at Sacnecra of Ci sii. Services planned with friends and kin in attendance.

Laketrest Uerberian

Auction summary from Rome-etrpet market sale notes

Four Jats of weerna thal were sold at Rome-etrpet today from 10 to 10. Other feta passed in from Ll to tt. One line at mixed chart sold at a8, V and at other lot io at B Joes. pumpkins cleared from 5/9 to 4/0, but offer Iota moved via Pom to os.

Brisbane Rome

Cairns Aquatic Club Monthly Meeting Recap

Cairns Aquatic Club held its monthly meeting to review arrangements for the carnival week. Letters from the North Queensland Yachting Association were discussed and sailing dates for the championship and next race were adjusted with notes on course conditions and participant timing.

Cairns North Queensland Yachting Associe Aon Falen Dora McDonald Palace

In loving memory of our Se Patter died

The notice mourns the passing of Se Patter, with family references and condolences. It mentions a memorial reading as part of a family gathering, expressing loss and enduring affection from a spouse, children, and grandchildren. The text is fragmented but centers on remembrance and tribute.

Senn Dauenier Berzinske

Park to-morrow night concert invited by Harold White

From the Local Sphere notes a programme Amuac Park to-morrow night at 430 clock with a band led by Harold White. An urgent telegram from the Jesustone Shire chairman invites them to build their 1347 conference at Innistall. Air service relay mentions Archer Reid aerodrome weather delays Cairns arrival and tube line packing.

Amuac “Park Harold White Terhsclagmia Jesustone Shire Bur Gaberg Uild Innistall Air Service Archer Reid Trebane Ge Pth Cairns

Government plans to develop new Guinea territory

Government plans to develop new Guinea territory as civil administration resumes. The Administrator outlines jurisdiction over New Guinea and surrounding areas while discussing Pacific studies, university linkages, and transport logistics with Australia.

Goverment Oat Clenea Als Rey RR Moresby Joreby Austra Melbourne Te Pecite Territory Research Council School of Pacife Studies National University At Canberra Ite Pacific George's Patrol oMcer

Last-Minute Move to Avert State Railway Strike

A late development aimed to avert a state railway strike prompted by expected conference talks. Officials from the railway union and government met to seek a settlement, with workers awaiting an agreement to prevent disruption.

Avert State

Settlement of dispute at compulsory conference discussed

The centennial committee president M O'Brien notes the conference will judge the committee's goals. The Transport Minister J Walsh explains that strike risk and engine issues affect rail service and rationing of work. Officials warn of union influence and urge compliance with the rules to avoid a walkout.

M.o'brien Faim. A. Mow J. Walsh Sas Mainten Walsh

Contested Wartime Policies Draw Debate on War Service Act

A parliamentary debate centers on the War Service Land Settlement Bill and eligibility for Australian occupation force members in Japan. Reports note opposition claims of coercion and concerns about allowances, with references to German and Nordic wartime actions and a focus on marriage norms and population policy amid occupation.

Hiszmadenent Japan Benedix War Service Lande

Byrne Sentenced to Four Months Imprisonment

A report from Townsville notes James Byrne, 49, was sentenced to four months in gaol. Sub-Inspector Elford stated Byrne had never accepted any lawful operation and could not be blamed for his actions. The account reflects a troubled case with limited readable detail.

Elford James Byrne Townsville Mopar

Great War Problem Tapert Tabled to Partin Today

Fratlan Advisery notes a great war problem with Tapert tabled to Partin today.

Fratlan

Meat coupons in Brisbane reduce for adults and children

April 5 report notes meat coupons for adults 71 to 77 and children 41 to 7 are being adjusted to ease shortages over the weekend. Deputy Director says many will be inconvenienced but meat will be available for export to Britain. Unused coupons should be destroyed to prevent black market access.

Brisbane Australia Britain

Parcels for Britain appeal gains student support

The central school pupils contribute to the Parcels for Britain drive, with Cairne sponsors noting strong early response. Community leaders urge further donations as workers coordinate centers and volunteers prepare parcels for distribution to those in need.

Britain Sidia Iis Cairne Source Central School Rf Tre Ehibe Britels Arcels Ausares Noel Gey

Canberra Apr 3 Metr on behalf of the Minute

Report from Canberra about the Disposals Commission and the Land of the Country Fee affair. The meeting discussed disposal of assets and the handling of gloves and horseshoes, noting few fires and that only rejected items were kept.

Canberra Aero Eeet Disposals Commlanton Australis

Gator War Orphan Migration Report Converts Movement

Fragmentary text describes migration themes with references to families, children, and clubs. Mentions Japan, Roane, Ge thund, Ausable, and the Continent in a scattered historic framing. The passage emphasizes national development aims and migratory imagination amid unclear events.

Chidren Prowerve Commun Japan Demelan G Lawson Mar Roane

Excessive Taxation May Drive Dutch Industry Away

April 5 Canberra report notes Dutch rayon textile and woodwork industries in Australia may relocate due to taxation. Commonwealth Immigration Advisory Committee discusses possible inducements for Netherlands East Indies workers. Federation of Industry officials worry about emigration of skilled labor and export machinery as a result of tax policies.

Canberra Extile Rtrewhoerd Industries ii Australia Federation of Geoplayary Fetherlanda Commonwealth Imemigration Advisory Committee Mottand Wes Netherlands East Indies Switzer Cof Industriee Sbevoung Hoeie

Japanese naval officials sentenced to death in Singapore

In Singapore, Admiral Teina Tara and eight other naval officers were sentenced to death by court martial. They were convicted of treason and involvement in a mutiny that led to the deaths of 223 people and the destruction of vessels during a violent incident at Mayeloe Valand in the bone coral area.

Singapore Agel Air Fice Teina Tara Nde Bone Isema Mayeloe Valand

Law and equity ideas in a lawyer's diary fragment

A lawyer's diary fragment discusses orders, employer rights, and court relief under the law. It mentions an order delaying actions, the role of the Act, and scenarios about changing names and marital entitlements. The text references cases like Sorman and notes on public policy and consent.

Eisegient de Froud Angore Figs Andre Sorman Appleta Emoenas Lal Wit

Fragmented Crime Scene Riff Inspires Haunting Lyrics

A garbled OCR snippet from a local page shows a rough, dreamlike dialogue or verse with names and places obscured. The lines mingle phrases like morning, chimney, sparing, and a final plea, creating a cryptic scene that hints at a nocturnal or reflective mood rather than a clear narrative.

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