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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 14, 1947

Page

5

Fate of Promises in Labour Plans Across Queensland

A early review of Labour policy critiques promises made by the Labour Party in 1950s Queensland. It discusses proposed state spending on health and aged care, milk and children’s meals, and public works while noting past costs and timeframes. The piece questions feasibility and accountability of pledges such as wage relief schemes, 40 hour week, and state development projects amid postwar austerity.

Lima Lasoue A. Clive Labour Ike Labour Party Fawen Bowes Ifie Upane Eraria Agrin Labrae Amrleny Fub Mumry Usk Tor Health Rockhampton Charlenile Marerba Mary Hormugh Rorkhamptny

Train collision injuries reported near Sandgate Road

A collision involving a motor truck struck a tramcar near Sandgate Road Northgate. Edward Wesmaway of Geneva hospitalized with skull injuries. Witness William Stickel of Begities reported injuries. ambulance attended and driver treated.

Sribbane Sandgate Northgate Srorse Barwa Rive Betar Sere Peters Wesmaway Geneva William Stickel Edward

Red Cross Appeal For Britain Aboard Wartime Drive

Fragmentary wartime clipping notes a Red Cross appeal for Britain amid propaganda and civic efforts. Mentions of individuals and locations are unclear but reference to charity drive and public mobilization appear.

RED Cross Appeal For Britain

Obituary Notice for Rasparseanty nGer the State Ee

An obituary notices the passing of Rasparseanty nGer the State Ee ora] 'het for einen water taken by RTT, Oatloe 'Cairaa, with details unreadable in the damaged text. The fragmentary report records a life remembered and acknowledges the cause or circumstances as far as legible.

Rasparseanty RTT Oatloe

Fragmentary Note Reports Arrest and Court Dates

A garbled fragment mentions an arrest of a Mrs D Legg on a Friday with vague references to a vet and general terms. It also references a person named Bravinane on a date in April and Mand arriving at Cotrne on EEDA, with Foster and ABE noted. The legible items imply a court or legal proceeding with upcoming dates but details are unclear.

Legg Amnes Willel Limber

Pensioners Demand Youths Killed in Sydney Incident

A chaotic report from Sydney describes pensioners protesting a traffic tragedy involving two youths. The scene included police involvement and hospital admissions. officials discuss possible compensation or allowances. The account mentions local authorities, a government stance, and names of individuals connected to the incident and investigation.

In loving memory of Frederick William Stevenson

Tanoy notices and family remembrances honor Frederick William Stevenson who passed away recently. The notices mention his roles as husband, father and grandfather and request prayers and memories from relatives and friends.

Ieee Bb Dorothy K So Prs Taney Ho Frederick William Stevenson Ava Grande Aid

From The Local Sphere report on Wrsm Crock master duties

Mr Bevan schoolmaster in charge at Wrsm Crock as weather forecast notes scattered showers along the coast and freshening winds. An accident at Paren Park injures two riders on a motorcycle. both taken to hospital with severe injuries. An attendant report says Anatolden critical while Cellys condition is satisfactory.

Bevan Wrsm Crock Recital Stonedee Fravaile Holden South Johntone Parenthe Park Baturday Innistail Hoapital Anatatolden Celly

High Bays Former Soldier Seeks Better Cost of Living

Sydney reports Mr L Robin son of New York arrived by ship and said he could not make ends meet in America. He moved to Melbourne hoping lower costs and better living conditions for former soldiers. He noted Australia’s wartime wages and conditions influenced his decision to settle there, contrasting with rising prices and limited gains in the United States.

Sydney L Robinson New York

Modern Schools Housed in New Brisbane Building

Brisbane Apr 1 Modern education needs prompt action to replace aging Nichol Bullringy with modern structures. The foundation stone for Valley State School was unveiled by Speaker Bramington and Minister Williams, who urged that buildings be as vital as equipment and teachers. The proposed school will be wollstoried brick with a large basement for play and shelter, eight well ventilated classrooms, and faculty facilities.

Brisbane Nichol Iain William New Valley Bramington Mtr Williams Wollstoried Rome

Victorian Railway Services Cease

The Teders president of the Australian Railways and the State Secretary said he did not intend to run trains as some members of the railway union were not supporting the agreement. A reduced country service will intersate interstate trains through the metropolitan arc. The Rail Union will confer with the Amalgamated Engineering Union, while the Tramways Union held a meeting to discuss transport. The union rejected the executive’s recommendation that trains run with two conductors per train.

Teders Ie Australian Railwaye Talon Vieworien J. Reown Metropolitan Arc Mailway Union Ffl Amalgrmated Engineering Union The Tramways Union Tramways Roar Exemmgere

Dairymen Urged to Vote Against State Labour Government

In Gympie on April 13 a State wide dairy section meeting urged dairymen not to strike and to back drought relief measures. Speakers discussed price supports, production costs, and potential loans. Officials noted Queensland and Victoria plans, with comments on relief funding and the dairy industry advisory committee. The North Queensland group watches Brisbane before deciding next steps.

Gympie Gravesend F. Jehea R.ea Bruce Pie Q.D.C Gerson South Wales Queensland Pie Naves En Teumren Soma Jon Dairyine Industry Advisory Committee We Seit Bet Eoatner Enid Sehr Country Party HH Colline Meretary Morte Queente Fund J. Kil

Missing in Sydney Bush Arrar Police Search Sparks Hopes

A garbled report describes a missing person search near Sydney Bush Arrar with unclear leads. Names and details are fragmented, mentioning Mrs Pletcher, Mrs Fletcher, and several locations and people amid an incident implying harm.

Sydney Bush AMD Hogs Asafar

Byrnes Plan To Be Discussed In Cold War Context

A German and Allied context outlines James Byrnes plan amid postwar tensions. Debate centers on four power arrangements, with warnings about extremist influence and future security in Europe. The article references ministerial meetings and the need to balance civilian and police concerns in shaping policy.

Marcon Germany Enya Sime Ranehad Destin PP MD Ateaive Grange Ingore ‘Toraier M Waren Min

Need to Build Army of Frontline Soldiers Warns Memo

Fragmentary text recalls a 1940s press discussion on wartime manpower and the push button turret concept. Mentions Field Marshal Montgomery visiting and remarks on maintaining a strong army.

Sydney Mtr Cmitlee Army of Font Montgomery

Plea to Wharf Workers Aids Shipping Operation

A historical plea note addresses wharf workers at Gatavia Apt 13 regarding a shipping task. The fragment mentions erasing an entry and a team or group involved in loading or handling cargo. Names and full details are unclear due to damaged OCR.

King Limits Festivity London Age 1 aD

An item notes a limit on celebrations in London tied to a child aged one. The brief record reflects a ceremonial or official constraint affecting local festivity norms.

Rayon factory ante wear wewcastle rayon factory

The report notes a rayon factory projected to employ millions and impact the Newcastle district. Officials say talks with representatives aim to end by tomorrow with a plan to establish a significant production facility in New South Wales. Local authorities express caution about job numbers and regulatory approvals.

Clergyman Edward Thompson Dies After Heart Attack

Urtrareey Apr 18 Rev Edward Lawrence Thompson aged 56 collapsed and died after delivering a farewell sermon at the Presbyterian church. He had served in the town for about two years after discharge from the army and fought in both world wars. He is survived by his widow Roeland who came to Australia as a youth and lived chiefly in North Queensland.

Urtlareey Toon Edward Lawrence Thompson Hang Hele Bere Im Roeland Australia North Quernei

Mussolini Hoard and Frontier Security Rumors

Fragmentary OCR notes reference Mussolini, frontier security, and a calendar-like phrase. The text is garbled, but hints at a discussion of Mussolini’s hoard, frontier issues, and related political or security themes without coherent details or clear events.

Sydney loading of ships sparks inquiry into labor shortages

Prime Minister J B Chester led an inquiry into loading at Sydney port amid claims of labor shortages that hinder eight hour workdays. Mr Healy presented that cargo shortfalls affected food ships and that management bore responsibility for reorganizing labor storage. questions were raised with the Stevedoring Industry Commission and before Mr Chifley.

Sydney J. B. Chester Ald Lon J. Healy Chifley Minaly Me. Healy Fala Mealy War Fryice Craigania Stevedoring Industry Commission

Lifers Near Release From Bowgo Road Prison

Two inmates with twenty years served on Bowgo Road are set for release within months. Rawars Moran, 98, and Brisbane Women’s Detention Center inmate were convicted of deliberate crimes including robbery and murder. Their combined remaining sentences and payments are outlined, with discussions of early release terms and potential amounts.

Aribdane Bowgo Road Emasetyas Ie ‘Eiylian Stanley Moran Brisbane

President Roosevelt Foundation York Opening

Apr 12 AP reports the Roosevelt Foundation appoints a new president at York as the organization advances its mission. Details remain forthcoming.

President Roosevelt Foundation York Roevelt Metin Publ

Knife Thrust At Doorway In Brief Struggle

Reported incident describes a knife thrust at a doorway ending with Pearce wresting the blade from a stranger. The assailant fled after the struggle, and there are no further injuries or identified suspects at this time.

Srumet A. JT Pearce Ram

Local Market Notes Mixed With Fragments

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a central location and names but contains uneven wording and unclear actions. Readable bits include place references and potential parties, but the full event or notice is obscured.

Cairns Post Mothers Contract Scarlet Fever Suture Quickly Molated

The fragment indicates a Cairns Post page from April 14 1907 with items about mothers, a contract, scarlet fever, and rapid medical actions though details are unclear due to damaged OCR and missing context.

Lower US Tariff On Weaker Trade Debated In Brisbane

Fragmentary notes report discussions on tariffs and health measures at a Brisbane event. Mentions of rabies claims, hospital fever observations, and a parliamentary chair emphasizing ongoing vigilance. No further cases of fever cited. officials stress preventive actions and public health safeguards.

Brisbane Apc Bethane Wowen's Hospital Oense Pronk TLR Ib Toueiat Ramey Age

Temperance League Campaigns in Queensland State Election

Brisbane reports show the Temperance League and allied groups urging voters ahead of Queensland's May 2 state election. The league aims for a referendum on local option polls and temperance measures, with church denominations and many allied organizations backing the cause.

USA Gomer Albee Atom Brisbane Ter el Chum England Jan AL Church of ‘Christ Salvation Army Seventh Day Adventist Wormers G Christian Temperance “Union Good Templars Queensland Band of Hope Union Jack Temperance League Ats Catholic Tasmperance

Car theft surge hits Brisbane in April report

Officials warn of rising car thefts in Brisbane during April with thieves targeting vehicles for easy access. Police urge heightened awareness and prompt reporting to curb the spate of incidents amid ongoing inquiries.

Miners Told To Return To Work By End Of Week

In Washington on April 12 a report states mine operator Mr zoho Le Lew BeE instructed the union or workers that miners would resume work only after the water in the set water area has been cleared source indicates a directive to restart operations within the week and notes ongoing efforts to reopen mines amid safety concerns.

Washington Zoho le Lew

RMS Orion Sails Sydney After Teen Teled Fracas

A jumbled OCR item describes RMS Orion sailing from Sydney amid a tense incident. The report mentions a teen, a use of force, and officials handling the situation. Details are unclear and names are unreadable.

State elections raise Labour fears in Australia

State elections trigger Labour anxiety as questions mount over Labour strength in New South Wales and South Australia. The piece notes Labour losses could shift balance toward the federal government under Prime Minister Chifley and Labor’s waning influence across key states.

Fragmented Text Recreation of a Historic Article

Unclear OCR fragment discusses statistics, redistribution ideas, and regional terms. Mentions names and places in garbled form with no coherent events or dates. Difficult to extract a definite news item or outcome from the available readable content.

Gamble of Life Seeks Edge in Complex Case

Fragmentary text reports a life gamble and a murder case amid unclear figures and names. The readable parts hint at an alleged homicide involving a large sum and possible legal action but lack concrete details or identifiable entities.

Migrants in Canberra Face New Policy Confusion

incoherent OCR text mentions Canberra and migrants, unclear events, policy references, and scattered names. The readable fragments suggest a report on migrant arrangements, possible government actions, and contested responses but lack concrete details or dates.

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