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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 09, 1947

Page

5

Timber Trade Notes From World Timber News

Special Timber Corremondent reports on timber tracts weed products manufacturing and distribution across East in zero dollars and other countries and states.

Mindoro Timber Trade Promises Rich Yet Prone To Loss

Primitive timber operations on Mindoro show potential with valuable species such as red cedar and Philippine mahogany, but face prohibitions on further cutting and destructive practices. Timber crews transport logs to Manila markets, aided by water buffalo power, while forest rangers issue permits and monitor conservation and land-use risks.

Vilagecsanith Suttereyacin Manila Citer Ta Andi Forest Ranger Philippines

Bark Disease and Veneer Industry Advances Highlighted

The article discusses bark defects in trees and their impact on lumber and veneer production. It notes the adoption of debarking machines, chemical treatments, and the pursuit of useful products from damaged wood. It also mentions industry efforts in processing and new methods to improve yield and quality.

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Aluminium Smelting in Tasmania Planned for War Effort

Australia moves to establish an aluminium smelting industry in Tasmania with £500,000 from the Loan Council and matched Commonwealth funds. The Abumatum Production Commission investigates local bauxite deposits, plant siting, and electrolysis methods using intense electric current. Australia’s 1944 aluminium production reached about 19 000 tons, with demand rising during the war. aluminium’s lightness and strength secure its industrial importance.

Tasmania Commie Queensland Aptical Aimaina Willan Biestens Sleren Iroares Pani Australia Magneau

Islands Invasion War Fact Confusion Summary

A scrambled notice references wartime topics about an island invasion by Japanese and efforts to treat paper during the war. It mentions sulfur use, population impacts, and repairs to buildings, but the exact facts and context are unclear.

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Paris Keeps Warm Amid Cold Winter Struggles

Read as residents in Paris cope with severe cold as they discuss heating shortages and rising food prices. The piece notes Britain’s coal surplus and French imports, while people write to friends about hardship and resilience. Officials urge energy saving as winter bites.

Paria Britain Boapine

Burma Home Heating in Wartime Paris Sequences

The fragmented text describes wartime Parisian living conditions with central heating failure for most families. Coal quality declined, homes used improvised open grate pits, and heat efficiency was poor. Wood rationing persisted. large families faced higher per head costs, and transport limits complicated fuel supplies. The piece notes wood rationing, token help for the elderly, and shifting fuel use since 1940 amid air raid pressures.

Paris

Local Politics Stir Over Water Treaty Details

Fragmentary notes describe negotiations and approvals involving state premier and regional coordinators, with references to port Douglas, government figures, and potential changes to water management plans. Mentions of leaders and candidates imply local political shifts and upcoming decisions.

Mosman Ayn T Rod Restay Wren Alee E Wort Tershene Tepurdhig Port Douglas Maneony le Comordinator Kempi Huis Atrema Geneva Coombess Hanlon Chifley Wooh Mullayey

China Tightens Press Policy Amid Civil Unrest and Rumors

Reports from Shanghat indicate Beijing tightens press controls as civil strife intensifies. Observers fear crackdown on criticism, potential suppression of anti government voices, and calls for a new National Economic Council amid rumors of leadership shifts and censorship.

Ath Mao Waterrata China Enery Proodent Chiang Raat Bat Sumwalt Zeonomie Counci Renter's Tass Rusa Weuihe Trenton Ainice Bbarnghal Rene Chine Prem Minority Democratic League Tim Olmervers Arcivais Fermane Ile Aerond Lane Parrison

Parian home heating during occupation years described

An account details improvised heating methods using metal cylinders packed with sawdust and air holes, burned methylated spirits, and improvised fusion papers to warm rooms during wartime. It notes safety issues, reliance on such devices, and later declines as gas and electricity returned post liberation.

Shehes Ik Ieee Trovabie Wiveh Ie Chen Tiayas Chung Pontin Ality

German Frontiers Trouble for London

Fragmentary Reuters style note reports German frontier tensions and political rhetoric in London. Mentions a chairman and a speech at Hass with references to anti war or anti front changes, unclear due to damaged text.

London Aor Fiahe Gey Masse Cara Alan Ralghermay Fren Saul Bart Mar Renmani Wai Hass Woumvann

Turnip Capinine Mentioned as Poor Water Value

The fragment notes turnip capinine and its low nutrient value in water. It mentions minimal nutritional worth and seems from a historical text.

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