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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 24, 1951

Page

5

Weather report notes light showers and a weakening system

A developing trough over New South Wales weakens as a depression moves south of Seland Mal. Australia braces for light showers in spots with a dry, brisk southwest flow keeping most regions stable. The system grows weaker as it tracks toward the southern coast, with limited rain possible.

Wen Ty Tom Reo Indy Wenten Parte New Sow Wales Seland Selah Australia Queensland

Shipping Moves and Auction Notices Travel Across Multiple Markets

The document lists various shipping movements and auction notices tied to markets in Brisbane Sydney Singapore and the United States. It notes dates in May and March and mentions vessel movements, coastwise routes, and sale events.

Three Main Issues at Elections in Australia and Communism

A fragmented transcription discusses national broadcasting policy and labour tensions, noting the Labour Party’s stance on communism and defence spending. It critiques moves to curb communist influence, mentioning Australian industry, production costs, and farm concerns amid global political pressures.

Labour Leaiers Jeasere Labour Party

Anthracite Mine Floods Strain Nearby Regions

A damaged report notes flooding at an anthracite coal mine near a town on April 2. The incident disrupts operations and prompts management to assess safety measures and potential impact on nearby communities and workers. No injuries are confirmed in the readable text.

Funeral Notice for Greene Family in Local Presbyterian Service

The obituary pages list Erienals of Sire Mo Orernwhy Ms Bers Greene Way Mey June Greenway and family mourning. Walter and John Greenway are named with relatives invited to attend the funeral at Atherton Presbyterian church at 198.30 oclock tomorrow.

Greene Way Mey June Greenway Yunge Rexlly Raveruhon W. Greenway Lawrenrea Farms Wee Tee Ipernity Walter Johy Greenway Presbyterian Atherton Mattin Malcolm Ince

District Weather and Local Fire Board Tragedy Report

The Bribbsne Weather Bureau forecast for Panimoula and Carpentaria calls for fine conditions with light winds along the eastern peninsula. Cairns forecasts moderate to southerly winds over the Tablelands. The Cairns Fire Board met and mourned the death of longtime secretary AE Wilkinson who served since 1935 and helped keep the brigade efficient. A minutes silence honored him and relatives were expressed sympathy. In separate reports, a fatal accident at the intersection of Bivens and Harber streets killed 74-year-old Tallagallon resident Dalrdee Noghereda when a lorry struck him as he sat in a cane chair in the back. Radiynch deliveryman Thomas George Veivers, involved in a Cook Highway crash, did not stop, later found to be unaware of the accident. Additional details note the seven occupants of the lorry, four injured, three killed in the incident.

Fire Board Cairns Fire Board Prateman AL Murchison Bord AE Wilkinson Wilkinson Thomas George Veivers Cook

Spirit of Anzac Dinner Honors Veterans in Cairns

The inaugural Anzac dinner brought together soldiers from World Wars I and II and Korea, with veterans from Tableland centers attending. Local leadership, including President John Abbott, spoke of remembering the fallen as the event supported by the Women's Auxiliary.

Korea Gale Moet Cairns Prite Lam Wuary She Calaajiabeeranch Calanal John Abbott Braue

Anzac Day Air Con Rest Cairns and Euburban Orders

Anzac Day notices from Cairns and Euburban authorities indicate a delayed air con restoration project. The Coins Post Office in the region remains central to acceptance for the time frame.

Cairns and Euburban Orrecer

Safe custody key board installed at Cairns Fire Station

A new safe custody key board is now operational in the Cass fire station watchroom. Chief officer L Griffiths told the Fire Board the system mirrors the metropolitan key board, releasing keys only during a fire to avoid damaging doors. Local business cooperation is urged so the brigade can enter without smashing doors, aiding rapid fire control.

Cass L. Griffiths Fire Board Cairns

Increased Mill Peaks Reports Delayed Appeal Hearing

The secretary of the central cane program announced appeals for workers facing retention of the signature marks. A hearing date was set for May, with 14 million dollars referenced in discussions.

Daintree Plan Faces Delays Amid Flooding and Irrigation Talks

The report outlines delays to the Daintree plan due to serious local flooding. It notes development schemes approved by government bodies and ongoing irrigation proposals for the Mingoola area, with work hampered but progressing after a month of disruptions.

Gramta Glimane Cordeovala Gligore Freaaurar Unitisinn Grate Paden Radean Tasimore Alan Mage Qarwasi Iran Routhanattalan Bonehaw Catiaresq Lion Tor Mingoola

Cement works at Townsville cement works at Townsville

April Y a wart fil be made o mjorrow on the con struction of the cement works a Tosco snétine Premier 1a Oh Ranh will vurn Roe est Sanat She orks The ea sielte being sponsored by the Queensland Cement and Lime Company at Dacre est Milabane wil eventually attacbT 80,000 vane of Semen annually. Townsville works will be operat ed at capacity.

Pedma Bains Orks Auld Hin

Sugar Cane Race Update Misspelled Incomplete Text

Fragmentary OCR notes mention a race and dates with unclear names and places. No complete event, people, or organization verifiably identified.

Cane Graven council backs cane irrigation plan in North Queensland

The King George council president and Cane Graven council members endorse a cane irrigation program to boost farming value in North Queensland. They argue irrigation could raise yields, provide employment, and stabilize labour, noting experiments on varieties and seasonal limits while addressing potential environmental and economic impacts.

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Man Killed in Accident at Little Mulgrave NSW

Patrick Milward 1280, a World War veteran and Gordonvale resident, died when a truck rear wheel ran over him at a site near Little Mulgrave. The driver Seanten of Gordonvale was reportedly involved. Milward’s funeral at St Mary Catholic Church in Gordonvale is planned for 4 pm.

Little Mulgrave Nsw Isingan Patrick John Milward Sturwit- Jumbah New ‘South Wales Seanten Gordomyale Ceeupapisse Mit Sidle Isolerave MT Milward Rssaila Gordonvale Ranarel Nisley St. Miomai Aanvale

Gilmore promises to review pensions at Avon tour meeting

Mr Gilmore and supporters addressed a County Party meeting in Avon on pensions. He pledged to review pensions from time to time and insisted the promise would not be forgotten. Dr Waldby backed him as the meeting, though lively at times, remained orderly.

Mr. Gilmore Hye Senate Promis LE Lorre Nkie Pacer Baldes Brisbant

FASTER TOWNSVILLE TO CAIRNS SERVICE ANNOUNCED

A Brisbane report outlines new and extended air and rail links from Townsville to Cairns and other southern capitals. The planned Ayr to Townsville service begins in April with a daily schedule and complimentary passes for officials. The move aims to improve northern Queensland transport by May with increased flights and connections to Brisbane Melbourne and other cities.

Australia Alelnas Badan Dcs Ano Tellin Markayan Hocuhanteton Q Yansenger Stultic Travi Avetralin Ale Linens Sele Atrerung Norah Queensland TAA Betwen Towmeville Von Brisbane Charlevtin Ayr Ihevalepor Te Licenad

Unclear Market Brief on Commodity Prices and Trades

The report outlines Saturday market activity with buyers hesitant and prices for maize and other grains partially recorded. It mentions total quantities and a few price points such as maize at 14 shillings and 10 pence per bushel and a larger bag quantity, with some figures damaged or unreadable.

Sale of Liquor at Machan's Beach Trial Summary

Mr J Eric Dann faced a guilty plea for liquor sale at Machan's Beach. Police reports describe an undercover operation April 13 at Broad Street Cafe leading to a snatch of wine and seizure of 19 bottles and assorted spirits. The defendant admitted handling the wine and returning change.

J. Eric Dann Flickey G. Jaquet Santor Cem Suchanan Ates Bach Fan's Ivan Hac Weiling Anon

Unclear OCR fragment hints at court or civic notice

Fragmentary text references names and actions but lacks coherent event details. Reads like a damaged civic or legal notice with scattered terms and no discernible date, location, or outcome. Requires readable source for accurate card.

Lilley Medal Towneveze Prize Report Noted

In a student era report from the Railway Briate School town era, Baker and Manion are cited among notable makers. The passage highlights a 43 percent performance by a student, with Towneville and Pallas Esborg cited as context.

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Young Man for Towneville charged after fatal crash

A Towneville coroner court heard the case of a 22 year old man from Merang Pace Townaville charged with an offense after a fatal bar incident. The proceedings detail the driver’s actions and the circumstances of the crash.

Pulp and paper plant project outline clarified

Fragmentary text references a government project related to pulp and paper production. Disjointed words suggest planning or tender details, listing entities like agencies, places, and potential suppliers, but core facts are unreadable. No clear outcome or dates emerge from the damaged OCR.

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