Australian Reds Branded as Fifth Columnists at Cairns Meeting
Prime Minister R G Menzies told a Cairns crowd at Hibernian Hall that communism poses a dire threat, calling it the fifth column of the one great enemy. He warned Britain and the United States must build strength to deter aggression. The Cairns rally drew an estimated crowd surpassing a thousand inside and many more outside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
United States
Soviet Union
Australia
R. G. Menzies
Hibernian Hall
Mengies
Cairns
Mi Menges
Parliament Clash Over National Service Bill in Australia
The article reports a heated debate on the National Service plan with Prime Minister Menzies defending conscription against Labor Party opposition. He warns of Communist influence and coal shortages while government figures argue for national defense and wartime mobilization.
FEDFA Members Defy Coal Board Order in Protests
FEDEA and FEDFA workers defy an order from the Coal Industry Tribunal prompting the closure of 33 mines and a further halt at 40,060 mines planned for tomorrow as protests escalate. The Lithgow branch says no further action until after federal elections while workers resist reduced attendance allowance.
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Stoney
Southern
Western Coalfiaids
FEDFA
EEDFA
Trivmal
FG Her
Fedfa Lithgow Oranch
FED PA
Gallagher
Untitled fragment reports injuries in unclear incident
A garbled OCR fragment notes someone named Ble and another person affected by a ball event. The readable text is insufficient to identify people, places, organizations, or a precise incident or date. The item appears to be an unreliable clipping snippet.
Appeal Airs High Court Critique of City Party Dissolution
A document quoted today supports the appeal of William Tardin challenging the validity of the Community Party dissolution order. The case centers on the High Court's view of proceedings and the political party’s status.
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Sedney
Ape
Cosmmuntt
William Tardin
Miners Rescued After Fumes Trap Two in 500 Foot Shaft
In Sydney a mine shaft 520 feet deep trapped two men after fumes rose from a dynamite blast. Miner Reginald Fraser and mine manager Augie Lenmpire were unconscious for hours, rescued by gangs with special equipment while other workers escaped and recovered.
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Sydney
Augie Lenpmire
Reginald Fraser
Frater
Trevithick
Longmore
Pranzel
Leeing Longmore
Fraser
Lanesac
Tne
Draw For Group Senate Ballot Papers SRINAANS
The text outlines group senate ballot procedures and candidate listings for the April election. It notes the Liberal Country Party union backing 18 candidates and Labour considering not contesting two seats in Darling Downs. It names figures such as Mr A W Fadden and McPherson, plus various candidates and party officials across Queensland.
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Libersl-Country Party
Labour Par Haa
Labour
McPherson
Darling
International force in Korea under joint Soviet Chinese control
A military report says an international force led by Soviet and Chinese Communists operates aircraft in Korea under a Joint Control Band headquartered in Mukden Manchuria. It claims the force numbers about 3090 aircraft, but is short of that total.
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Taipem
Apt
Reeter
Ait
Jerriett
Korea
Far East
Tobacco prices in Brubmane and Queensland fluctuates
April auction of tobacco in Queensland shows volatile pricing with 8000 tons traded at average levels. Growers report a median price and a top sale near 108d per unit, while co operatives in Sydney and Brisbane observe shifts in demand and supply affecting the market.
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Brubmane
Guiesnsland
Brisane
Althoie
Rdney
Weibourne
Gusensland Co
Faddens Voice Fails in Court Report
The article notes Mr Fadden's voice failing during a public hearing at the County Parliament. It describes the ensuing disruption and the adjournment as officials consider next steps. Names and exact dates are incomplete in the readable text.
Unclear OCR fragment hints at ritual ceremony and arrival
Damaged text mentions a girl and a shipment arrival with ritual attire and dates. References to names and places are unreadable, but imply a ceremonial event tied to a specific time frame and observers.
Enormous Public Works and Land Reserve Plans Unveiled
The document outlines a 1040 acre reserve in Gadgatra Gratton Cairmm districts with timber and forest reserves. It details grants and loans totaling thousands of pounds for hospital, railway, and public works, including a Treasury loan for an Innistail Hospital switchboard and capital for a new aerodrome and library. It notes orders authorizing shire councils to borrow funds for infrastructure, road improvements, and building projects.
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Gadgatra
Gratton
Cairmm
RTS
Mera
Poumell
Innistail Hospitain
Innistail Hospital
Joan
Fas Beati
Minchin Wake
Ingham
Eserussie Cuthral
Minchinbrook Shire
Gaundajini
Halifax
Carr
Executive Approval to Amendments Increase Benefits in Brisbane
Amendments approved by Executive Councilmember G. Cownall raise compensation for injuries and dependants. Weekly and total compensation amounts increase. disability and wage-based adjustments apply to both male and female workers. Provisions cover dependent allowances, pay schedules, and specific table of injuries changes.
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Chile
Anc
Haute Wape
Deputies Duels in Paris Shadow Foreign Ministers Meeting
The State Department reported tense talks in Paris among Western and Soviet ministers. Officials described prepared positions and a cautious stance as negotiations proceeded, with no immediate agreement reached and wordings under careful review.
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Washington
Rick
Soviet Union
Traf Romnel
Paris
United
States
Halon
Ehral Charatiey
New Wage Rates Set in Brisbane
A reading from a report outlines new wage scales for Brisbane workers. The document notes monthly earnings, living costs, and Aboriginal member input while detailing how employers and the Rate Board will oversee compliance and updates.
Veteran Cairns Town Clerk Dies After Sudden Collapse
Alfred Edwin Wilkinson veteran Town Clerk of Cairns collapsed during Cairns Jubilee Central Celebrations Committee meeting in City Council Chambers. He told the Mayor he could not continue and died shortly after at 8.45 pm despite ambulance transfer to Cairns Base Hospital.
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Cairns
Alfred Edwin Wilkinson
Wilkinson
Ald
W. H. Murchison
Cairns City Council honors long-serving town clerk
Mr Wilkinson served 54 years with Cairns City Council and 58 years in local public life. He began as an office junior and rose to town clerk, serving under mayors and contributing to council publicity and wartime relief efforts. The mayor and colleagues lauded his dedication and guidance throughout a lengthy career.
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Wilkinson
Borouga Councal
Cairee
Cainsity Council
Tervye
Queensland
Boroust Council
Bir
Persian Warning Teeram April 5 Report
In a brief reading, officials warn of potential security concerns surrounding an event on April 5. The notice cites unnamed authorities and signals heightened vigilance without detailing specific threats or actions.
Cardat Tatlow Leaves Omg Falparaio
Unclear text fragment mentions oil tank and individuals Dave Mawr and a Turter tank. Details insufficient to determine event, place, or date.
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Falparaio
Guptake P.O
Guimero
Dave Mawr
American Admiral Appointed in London Ceremony
An American admiral was appointed in London, with the ceremony attended by key defense officials. The selection and approval followed briefings on Atlantic defense strategy and naval leadership.
Transmission line project to Ravenshoe amid delays and debate
A troubled public meeting discussed the Ravenshoe transmission project with officials outlining scope and timelines. The board faced questions on costs and manpower, noting past delays and the need for reliable supplies to support regional development.
Watersiders Ban Brisbanes Overtime Clash
The Waterside workers push a ban on overtime affecting Brisbane operations. Captain WY Piri and the commission chair organize responses as the Amalgamated Boatmen’s Union weighs action. Local shipowners and traffic collectors report disruptions to ship stowage and voyage plans.
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Brisbane
Agri S
Gussieabioe
Watersige
Ovaritime
WY Piri
Bisamenyo
Trafic Colemites
Ouse Wome
Stineveries
Fad Coud
Sree iSeitourne
Ana” Satan
Fragmented OCR Summary
The readable text mentions a person connected with another, a possible event, and an unclear note about a tail or place then a door closed at an unspecified time near a beach or bear reference. The passage is garbled and lacks clear names or dates.
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Australian Reds
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Tem
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Bali
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Srewhar
Menates
Berand
National Service
Latur
Ik Thaname
Prin Ramana
Fari
Australie
Pan Ur Sen
Sarisiareite Dusizial
Menzies
Leite
Winbase
THEA
Sarkea
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Mare Weneland
Geter
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Varendieg
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Sumen Kd
Senate
Neil O'Sullivan
Gusensland
Labour Party
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Eber Wilenon
O'Sullivan
Fnweyers
Abe Gay
Lechharat Air
Gilmore
Mr. By
G. Mosley
FEDEA
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Prange
Patarsunr Ruynastumn
Charles ‘Trev
Hue
Kores
Pyterson
High Court
Ghana
Cape
Sanorrow
Rebcuers
Srinaans
Slee Commons
Walt
Binonn
Mammal
Javecautand
Wl Senate
Paterson
Lfolmver Biale
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Bw Foun
Mabel Hanon
Herbert
the Hone
Anear” Moreton
W Varrow
Oxley
Ate
O'Connor
Bcabane
Brismame Nales
MacKay Mills
MR. Fadden
Aft
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Acweods
Baescouree
Parlander
AW Pacer
Satieg
Marian Petwiogs
Gomma
Dolaines
Coortows Wall
Kascative Council
Worland
Spee
Palmerstok Road
Saale
Palmerstoy
He VC Gale
Cownall
MR. F. Barnes
Biseaberg
Bundaberg
Legislative
Ayetiaeet Teats
Sens
Taalumies
Oh Sea Qin
RIC
Trochus Teduetey
Tie Council
Wilkimonato
Council
Wilkinanin
Absig
Barron
Gay Pew Brigade
Aia
Mure
Ehsson
Wil Ine Svat
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Cyly
Iia
Ad. Gower
Wilkine
Amarican
Army
Waadyaarere
Esrinz
Commie Welk Forza
Wat
Pope
Berane Committee
Alan
Cartads
Supeene Atlantic Head
London
Revier
Diplanade Rompespondeet
Morty Altec Leary Rouims
United State
Adena
Ravenshoe
Exrse
Jashon Ae
Esterday
Icce
Pata Bure Sins Febelueton Tyatem
Curryat Abou
Gembumers
Ainglird
Ue Foilis
Bnue Mall Eaters
Worldcat
Rueag Development
Eura
Aorta
Barron Falls
Maresta
Auerion
Atherton
New Zealand
Manian
Leche
Murchinoe
Watersiders
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