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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1946
Page
5
A long, impassioned reflection on ANZAC Day praising Australian veterans who fought in battles such as Gallipoli. It calls for concrete action to rehabilitate returned servicemen, stressing the need for skilled trades, training, and fulfilment of postwar promises. It condemns delays and urges national effort to translate tributes into real support.
A damaged OCR transcript records a magistrate hearing where the judge notes findings about prices and context. It mentions Neirdahl and Ingham, with references to the Common scale and telecommunication parts, and a question about price terms and interpretations.
Vague fragmentary OCR text recounts a Moorooka tragedy with partial details on victims and community reaction. No clear names, dates, or organizations are readable, but the item appears to note an incident.
Unclear fragmentary text appears to describe a state purchase or court matter with scattered names and terms. Readable items mention a purchase action and a Courter of Yee, but specifics are not discernible. Further legible text needed for a coherent item.
Fragmentary obituary reads as a memorial notice with names and details obscured. The readable portions suggest a deceased individual mentioned alongside associated dates or affiliations, but most specifics are unreadable.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions workers and a council in a local area with vague timing and names largely unreadable. No clear event or outcome is discernible from the readable portion.
Fragmented report notes a 15 year agreement involving British government and Sinai area. references to Anzac Day procession, Marine 1 Weather Forecast, and scattered weather details for the southern coast with showers and thunderstorms. Details are unclear and partially garbled.
An obituary like notice pays tribute to Ellen Parsons and family, recalling memories and mourning a beloved daughter and grandson. It mentions funeral details and expresses enduring love from relatives and friends, reflecting a local obituary card tone.
The document outlines pension rates by division for widows and orphans, including amounts for a wife, dependent child, and eligible relatives. It covers southern and centre divisions, northern districts, and western districts with proposed increases via parity and special grants, noting husband and state pension eligibility and winter relief.
Acting Chief Justice Marsan announced the appointment of Sir William Webb as Chief Justice. Justice Matthews was made acting and later joined the Supreme Court. The article notes the lineage of Macresman and details prior roles, including Justice HD Marvosean as a landmark figure and the career path through Charters Towers to the Bar in 1925.
In Cairns April 24 councillors clash during a meeting led by newly elected members. Debate centers on appointing a solicitor and public notices for ambulance classes at the Cairns Ambulanse Centre while community groups like the American Red Cross plan town events. A jail term for gramophone theft is reported, alongside wartime service notes and local civic actions.
A Canberra based Australian national university project, announced April 24, aims to attract top global figures. The postwar reconstruction minister mentions securing leads while notable scientists including Sir Howard Florey are linked to potential roles. details suggest future long term contracts and casting for nuclear energy insight.
A garbled report describes maize uncertainty affecting coffee production plans. It notes realisations that maize could not reliably support Fle capresso and hints at years of discouragement. No clear dates or named entities are readable.
Severe weather across the Pearl region caused widespread corn damage and reduced yields. Farmers report blown stalks, uneven growth, and higher drying costs, with few crops salvaged after December planting. Officials urge price inquiries and cost disclosures to secure fair returns for growers.
Alfred Silas Jean Farsame a widower died after a bicycle collision with a motor vehicle on Ceak Highway near Cairoa while returning from lunch. He suffered a skull fracture and died en route to the wake. He was born in Cairoa and survived by a son, two brothers, and two sisters. The funeral is set for St Monier's Cathedral at 4:40 pm today.
At the Calrns Centre of north Queensland Ambulance Transport the March end report notes the ambulance plan attended 14 calls and treated 13 patients. The meeting reviewed donations, subscriptions, and aerial ambulance scheme support, with acknowledgment of Waterfront Workers Federation and local branches. The chair thanked retiring committee members for service and the staff for cooperation.
An Ontario area abattoir dispute centers on company plans to apply a new preference clause. Judge Justice Matthews notes concerns over striking rights while union leaders push for a fair process. The president orders management to halt action pending settlements as talks include threats of further steps if needed.
Industrial Court deletes a clause from the Meat Export Award affecting the Meat Industry and unions, prompting debate over labour engagement and the number of workers at Brisbane abattoirs. Officials weigh market prices and post ruling impacts on stock and shipping.
A fragmented report from education administrators notes extended terms for key service chiefs and inspectors. The item mentions officials like Renools and Tremuy and references a period from July to December. It suggests a continuation of leadership roles in the state education sector without detailing specific actions or dates.
In Townsville in the early hours a beer drinking party on the Canberra premises led to police action. Six men faced fines for involvement with stolen goods, with aggregate fines totaling £130 on conviction. A magistrate also admonished a member for interruptions. Two defendants were fined £5 or six months, and two more £1 or four months. four men were seen removing beer from bottles with no alarms traced.
April 24 report notes Sir Rapna c aulesto appointed Director-General Of Health. He will oversee health services for years from October next. Milner for Health MT hints at reforms. Reference to 1968 and wartime medical organization in Germany. Term would expire in August west.
A shipment of 28 tons of Australian wool has arrived in Calcutta to aid the Indian Red Cross. The gift, presented by the British authorities, was received by local officials led by the Governor in a ceremony marking support for relief efforts.
Fragmentary report references an Industrial Court proceeding in North Queensland. It mentions Mr Coneybeer, the term Employees at a location, and a registrar imposing a fine. Details are scarce and parts unreadable.
Fragmentary report describes Mareeba visit and hour show with bales on display. Mentions Southern doors and university connections. Notes expected dispatch to Bristol and Ragga events with tentative timing and a potential Wednesday preview.
A long text details an appeal to the state full court concerning a judgment in a case led by Detective Purcellgh and Judge Willow. The matter centers on whether proper jurisdiction and orders permit the Barres to seek reprieve from an eviction and whether parliamentary authority justified the ruling. The document references the Assembly, the Speaker, and possible suspension of members as part of the legal dispute.
A muddled OCR notice references a Russian treasure and a voyage to New York. It mentions Sir Sine cary Comair, distant details, and unclear terms about arrival, caution, and a listed diversion or timing. The readable bits point to a transport or auction context with people and ships named in error.
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