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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 12, 1946
Page
4
Report outlines MacArthur promised repatriation of Japanese from New Guinea and Rabaul by August 1, with most Australians to follow, except a few kept for materials. The plan, described by J. W. Hadley, suggests near total removal of Japanese and staged shipment to the mainland.
April 101 am dispatch to convey thanks and appreciation from Chamber members for the improvement sought in telephone service. Secretary to Postmaster notes no personal insinuations were intended and emphasizes the desire only to request better telephone service.
A summary of a letter from Innisfail community leaders describing cyclone damage and delays in repairs due to shortages of building hardware. The letter, presented by L. A. Williams of the Chamber of Commerce, notes action by the Public Works Department and mentions distribution of iron and hardware to Cairns and Townsville.
In a damaged goods notice a denial of use for damage to Woods during rail carriage is tied to tarpaulin shortages and abnormal traffic. Mrs Hudson of the Northern Railway reports that wartime conditions limit tarpaulin supply, citing Ratway Acts allowing carriages without coverings during war-time disruptions.
The council reviewed road improvements including box gravel and drainage works on Herberton and Rockley roads, and reported continued water supply stability. It approved dingo scalper license, addressed uncovered wells, and discussed bed state of the Mareeba road drainage, with decisions deferred to the incoming council.
A meeting in Innisfail last night established a Service Legion of Australasia for ex service members and women. State President Fr Waters announced the legion aims to unite all former servicemen under one banner and expand to 28 branches in Queensland soon, with 14 more planned within weeks.
A fragmented report notes Dutch troops at Lootji Barwa and a broader Indonesian war context. Lord Inverchapel foresees fusion of Indonesian and Dutch forces as key to national development. Sjahrir praised while discussions in London proceed amid Japanese movements in Singapore.
The Army directs former VDC members who returned rifles to apply for reissue. Priority goes to those on unit strength at August 2, 1940 and discharge before August 9, 1940. Applications must be written to the last served VIKC unit by April 30, 1944, within specified distances and conditions.
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