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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 22, 1952
Page
5
The Prime Minister comments on the basic wage rise noting trends in adjusted quarterly figures. He discusses the impact of price changes and policy on affordability for industry and workers, outlining potential effects on employment, exports, and overall prosperity amid evolving economic conditions.
A three year old Steve Dobsen of Sheridan Street suffered a fractured wrist after an incident at Kerra wivan firetaid. He was treated at hospital then released home. In Griffinsheet Gor district, two year old Peter Rongid was fatally injured while playing in a park. The child died after a doctor and coroner were called. funeral set for 2 pm today. Local weather notes record scattered thunderstorms and cooler winds for the region.
The town council begins work on a new playground, promising beauty and completion soon. Vague notes mention tropical trees, a garden area, and a decorative font square, with the project expected to progress through the season.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an Anzac Day event with Rotary involvement and a display of fountain, marble bed, and Neve pieces. The text mentions investments and a plan for extensions and training for equipment, with references to local sites and personnel.
A fragmented telegraph column from the London Daily Telegraph notes ongoing office turmoil and telegraph service interruptions. The brief item references strained communication lines and organizational strain within the news agency.
An OCR damaged report notes a fatal heart attack and a market scene with local figures and a hospital transport. It mentions a branch of the COD Mi DD and various names while describing a market and a fire at a plant with prompt firefighting response.
Apri 32 report on tentative estimates for the 1981 crop. Severe winter and drought symptoms threaten yields across Moe Rundakery district. Officials note potential reece crop if weather moderates. local names include Maxey, McGill, Williaxman Hubermagee, Renaldo, Correa.
Fragmentary text references a doctor and a suspect, mentions KS Fi Bennett and Bfamas Tris Berio, with garbled names and locations. Reads like an OCR mishap describing a gas possession case and a seizure but lacks coherent details or dates to confirm event or outcome.
The council met to discuss year end finances noting tight margins for March 31 and the need for careful budgeting. Officials warned that the current gap requires decisive votes to cover essential expenditures in the coming period.
The document estimates balances as of June next with a balance of £1151 in Gordonville Water and £453 in others, plus a credit balance of £14307 18. It reviews receipts and expenditures, noting rates outstanding and costs for various divisions, including cleansing funds and water supply. It cites totals for funds and projected near-term cash needs, ending with figures for several district accounts and a note on pipe supplies in 1981.
Twelve nominations are listed for seven seats on the ambulance board with all current members standing for reelection except Mr Crowley. The board includes Chairman G YF Dehn and others. nominees include J Growies, M Crataway, BJ Gorton, PJ Landy, P P Lynch and more, with contributors noted for Nelson.
In Port Dolls a man named Clarke faced police allegations of driving while intoxicated. He denied the charges, claiming he had only a few drinks and planned to sleep it off. Witnesses described erratic driving and a near collision, with Clarke arguing prior events were unrelated. The case proceeded with testimony from Constable Purcell and others as Clarke spoke about his condition and behavior that night.
An extensive court record details a driver named Clarke and co defendants in a Christchurch area case. The proceedings cover alleged intoxication, vehicle incidents, police observations, and subsequent charges while outlining the legal actions taken against Clarke and others with references to central hotels, assessments, and court days.
The Rwennland University Senate approved a change in exam fees affecting junior and senior exams. Vice-chancellor announced the new rates will apply to public examinations, marking the first update in this cost structure this year.
Anzac Day events run throughout the day with campaign stars medals and ribbons worn as appropriate. Flags are to be flown at half-mast until midday, then raised to full mast until sunset when lowered. Clergy will lead services. organizations should coordinate with their clergy for participation in the organized ceremony.
An article outlines a detailed schedule for a memorial parade and related services. Ex servicemen and Cairne es cadets participate. Morning and afternoon ceremonies include marches past the cenotaph, church services, and a final naval parade to conclude the day.
Growers at a small field meeting oppose rowers, urging government action to protect the sugar industry. They press for a policy to meet national demand and reduce burdens on costs, stressing the need forijo presed measures to ensure market contracts are fulfilled and industry survival.
A terse note describes widespread power outages caused by grid stress. Officials report supply cuts in certain areas to prevent further instability. No injuries or specific dates are given. Authorities urge conservation and warn of possible extended outages.
A fragmented report compares petrol prices and differential loading between Brisbane and several coastal towns. It discusses base prices, town-specific differentials, and the need to adjust by an implied radius from Cairns for accurate comparisons. It notes variations among towns such as Bebunds, Motarian, and Kuranda and mentions options for publishing the advisory letter.
Nominations list ALP candidates for Manor Ald W J Fully Addermen Vif Jeanen D. cheweui G Dillon G Wallace Bollisewn God Peer. Assessed eight aldermen and three City Council representatives to run. Nominations close April 30 with present members Dillon Jensen Wallace as underlying council positions.
Shipping movements describe Cairns and ports including Fort Cat and Aden with vessels like Zee Comme and Mew, detailing sugar cargoes, routes, and planned sailings from May to May 23 for loadings, diversions, and canal direct procedures. Strong entities include Cairns, Aden, Fort Cat, Zee Comme, Mew, and Lisiaur Mh.
Brisbane April 21 Darwin detectives questioned 10 new Australians for hours in Mt Isa case. Two men, Jere Koei aged 20 and Jonas Napolis, are charged with stealing a taxi and later murder of a man at a Beadary boarding house. The pair were remanded to appear tomorrow. Police report involvement of an unnamed guide in Darwin with top credit and donations recorded. Several suspects detained. detailed names and addresses appear in local notices.
Court action drags on as the Meredering Leduntry Board delays award action amid overtime disputes. A key figure notes the case may hinge on the Mel yotene Court decision, with workers' federation involved and slow progress cited.
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