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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 29, 1943

Page

4

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Prosecution Conference on Trade Reform Plans

In a postponed session on April 17 in Melbourne New South Wales and Victoria officials discussed trade construction and reform proposals. Representatives from the Commonwealth AB, ACT and other states will present claims before Judge Joe for immediate resolution.

Aelbocrne CEC Tradsanparanion AWC Fm Triae Canferrres AMC Coiriais Buleme Aed Qetensland Victoria New South Wales ACT Joe 2A Ice Coe Abe Chare

Market notes on pumpkin prices and lots offered

Prices eased to 121 per unit as pumpkin supplies remained adequate. Four lots of produce were offered and all loads passed in at 3 1p to secure a load at the requested price.

Ots Waera Ontec

Workshop employee reports show education unions gains

A fragmented account notes a meeting where attendees selected ex-presidents and workers, with figures like £1030 mentioned and a push for certificates. The piece references production committees and workshops as contexts for the labor education effort.

Raor Yaet Wereksies Cathe Aireats Smclet Abo

Vast Cairns Drainage Debate Spurs Temporary Solutions

The local council faces pressure over backyard drains and recurring floods in residential areas. Proposals range from rapid temporary fixes to a broader pump and draine system, with debates on cost, feasibility, and long term reclamation. Public officials urge careful planning before any large scale project is approved.

Cairns Iowa Sineaeen Segert Edge Bull Ech Ems Breies

Metal trades halted as unions gain support

The Australasian Society of Engineers may push for complete stoppage actions influencing metal trades. The executive notes growing union backing and discusses potential Monday actions, with tender parties and employers watching closely as negotiations continue at the front.

Australasian Society of Enterrs Peete Legarty

Marjorie Norval Chronicle Fragment

Fragmentary notice about Marjorie Norval with references to a crown and ceremony. Vague details imply a royal or ceremonial context but specifics are unreadable. No clear event date or location is discernible from the legible text.

Military Personnel Wage Notice Draft

A fragment discusses RAAF personnel requests for new wages tied to recent pay moves. Names appear as CMaE J Elrington and SGT Geg Baggott, indicating a military personnel focus and a plea for acceptance of terms.

Cmae Elrington Geg Baggott Raaf Deire

Serena Remembrance for Florence Srinchun in Nevada

A brief memorial note expresses enduring friendship and love for Florence Srinchun, noting Serena’s memory of her best friend in Nevada. The message conveys heartfelt affection and ongoing tribute despite time or distance.

Serena Florence Srinchun Ted

Deser ting the Land A 1942 economic study notes rural depopulation trends

The report discusses a sharp drop in agricultural workers in Russia and other nations linked to rising urban wages and improved transport. It notes Australia and Britain show slower shifts, Queensland's export growth, and the worldwide trend of farm populations aging as city life attracts labor, with 1913- era changes accelerating due to modern transport and communication.

Russia Great Bretain Australia TSA Queensland van- Hans USA Germany Lahour Trust Nebon Alont Mi

Agricultural shift will reduce farming share by 1960

The text projects rising agricultural prosperity in Queensland over the next twenty years but a growing labor demand in other industries. Farm numbers stay steady while the share of workers in primary production falls from about 30 percent in 1898 to 20 percent in 1960, yet farmers and laborers will see higher incomes.

Queensland Harmers

Wounded Corporal and War Front Dispatches

A wounded corporal from New Guinea is treated at a forward casualty clearing station after injury to his right hand. He details endurance through Libyan, Greek, and Crete campaigns and describes jungle rescue, with 160 hours of duty and a month’s revenue indicating wartime hardships.

Greece Crete Machire Amr Warton Warderaste Tisope Conrad Misang Bellayet Duras Cairns Rede Mike Jungle Nmce Lable

Blood stock sales at Easter sale record high prices

The Easter stock sale saw strong demand for mined stock with high bids. Notable prices included Talking Mr Relty at 1809 guineas and Riverton at 1000 guineas, with other horses like Bernie Darn Abydos Balancer and Rimwell achieving several hundred to over a thousand guineas each.

Guiness F Relty Riverton W Henderson Bernie, Darn Abydos W. Trautwein Balancer H. Morris Rimwell H. Darvoni Guild Het Dalton Ambendown ZA Lawn Sulness

Reciprocal Trade Committee Approves Technical Agreement Change

Washington sources report a parliamentary group backing a technical trade pact. The committee seated three Marina representatives to discuss amendments and endorsed a revised section.

Washington Aayresentativis Magn Strana Craunitice Wing Heme Svere Moe! Deverimerrt Merdrwania Vartiowie

Invasion Force Names for Pacific Campaign

Dispatches from Washington report that Tojo selected invasion commanders including Rear Admiral Mujneaki and General Shumsku Paix to lead a naval assault on the United States. Admiral Mingzaiki would command most of the Imperial Navy and General Hataill parades 100000 troops. Observatory notes crews, bases, and aerodromes expanding as fronts push toward Alaska and the Aleutians amid forced relocations of Koreans and Italians.

Washington Tojo United States Korea National Front Federation Hataill Papanine Ewan Manchuria Ule Groupe Aleutians

Secretary Comments on Japanese Air Threat in Wartime Briefing

The Secretary for the stave replies to a press question about how Japan might use air power against the American west. He notes a constant nuisance risk, but says the danger is limited because defenses have been spread and reinforced, and enemy forces are widely dispersed.

Col F Knox Aamericam “West Rosas Siitein Australie Cama Bellala Andrew Materiala Coneums Gaemenia Elamses

Japanese warned of strong U S military buildup abroad

A rattling dispatch quotes a Tokyo official warning that the United States plans intensified munitions dumps and base buildup in the Pacific. The report cites an Amshi newspaper claiming Japan should prepare for a broader American mobilization and mentions Kodiak Island as a key base in the Aleutians.

Tokio United States Alzacs Aleutians Amshi Srincoming Kodiak Ueland Serpe Ata

German Looting Described Amid Allied War Reports

Australian press reports on wartime looting in German-occupied areas amid a broader Allied overview. The piece emphasizes magnitude and ruthlessness of crimes against wealth and civilian disruption.

Hotels to Open and Local Authority Tentative Plans

Local authority announces upcoming hotel openings and a provisional timetable. Officials indicate possible permits and site considerations for new accommodation facilities, with department plans awaiting final sign offs.

Exploitation of Rent in New Zealand House Case

The court ruled on rent cuts amid alleged exploitation by two Dutch air officers aiding tenants in a New Zealand house. Leahy reported the total weekly rent decreased to 34 shillings, with landlord gains and furniture costs cited during the case.

Gordon Wolfred Bruce CCC TE Duyer RJ Gannon Ie Dolce House Cutter-street Fang Brisbame Apri Leahy Boller Liest van Balkrin Australans Mvgleirate H Fallon Fallon ADING Australia Bank of New Zealand

No Drilling Outside Services Order Mentioned

Fragmentary text states power to the Pedersi Al ornes General to waive serulation in renewated organisations. It references orders that allow removal of individuals from home or lawful duties during military exercises or evolutions.

Pedersi al ornes-General Federal Afteer

Potatoes Scarce As Brisbane Gets Ration via Sydney Trade

April reports reveal Brisbane civilians face shortages as Tasmanian potatoes are routed through Sydney agents at a 13 percent commission, raising distribution costs. Merchants complain of bare markets and higher prices while Queensland seeks a reasonable Tasmanian supply to ease the crisis. The Transport Minister announced urgent talks with the Commerce Minister to secure a fair Tasmanian location for Queensland shipments.

Srisbane Bridhine New South Wales Sydney Brisbane Boisbene Treasport Lawson Commerce W. J. Scully Queensland Wansport

Unclear OCR Financial Debate on Austerity Loan Support

Fragmentary text discusses loan funding, subscriber numbers, and public reaction to an austerity loan. It references Britain, Australia, allies, Japan, and investment by the public, noting uncertainty over subscriber totals and political sensitivity.

Britain Canada United State New Zealand

Economic effects of rationing coupons in Australia and Canada

The article discusses coupon based rationing systems and bank handling challenges in Australia and Canada. It cites Lord Smith Ltd and mentions Dominion Bank of Canada, coupon administration, and financial results including profits, taxes, and dividend details amid wartime controls.

Australia Canada Sear Act Queensland

May Day Labour Holiday Penalty Rules Outlined

Australian Labour Department notes federal holidays may be observed to near Movember. Essential workers including war industry staff would receive penalty rates if required to work. Non essential staff could take the day off, but those recalled would be paid penalties.

Canberra Labour Deparimen Movorober

Australian Plans for Standard Clothes Riot Demon

A confused report discusses Australian plans on standard clothes, aiming for utility and quality. It notes debates over government influence, rationing implications, and delayed availability of new uniform types amid debates on fabric and manufacturing focus.

Australaan

Apparel policy and fabric supply under wartime control

A wartime note outlines a Commonwealth department plan to ensure civilian dress supply at reasonable prices. It cites shortages of essential materials and labor, and proposes standard lines for men and women with allowances for individuality while maintaining practical, durable garments.

Absentee Employers Reported by Brisbane Clothing Makers

Anril 25 Brisbane unclear report states absentee employers will be reported weekly by manpower authorities. The Clothing Executive and manpower officials approve the scheme. Mr Pie claims some workers are leaving regularly for no good reason and warns manpower action if proven. He cites a 1 percent absentee rate in factories described as excellent work.

Brisbane Anril Mafiatechsers Camber of Manufactures’ Clothing Executive Clothing Action Brice “Pie Thermrives Regulacly Intorne Pie Pirle Nthe

SEA WARFARE REPORTS U S SHIP LOSSES AND SUBMARINE ROLE

The Navy Department said overall ship losses due to enemy action and submarines were significant in wartime. Secretary Knox cited that submarine actions accounted for a large share of merchant dispatch losses and noted uncertainty over totals versus analyzed figures.

Washington Alles NIMS Mumen FC Knox Mit Toma Jose Vassar United Nationa Staivatce

Submarine menace to be controlled in four months says US fleet chief

Supreme Commander Audral King states the United States will curb submarine threat within four months. He notes progress in the Pacific, comparing Japanese tactics to those faced by the US base. The Chamber of Commerce backs the effort and pledges continued upgrades to close gaps between sinkings and structures.

New York Audral King States Chamber of Commerce Pacific Eullar

Coal Miners Strike Causes Halt at Wellerte Mine

Disjointed report notes 130 miners at Wellerte preparation and a stoppage tied to a dispute with MC Lesko coal. Mentions involve HI80- and potential losses of precision, with further slippage and tensions surrounding the stoppage.

Azo Wellerte Cigsceaire Menagher Thal Mae

Sulphate of Ammonia Distribution Instructions

Government notice outlines allocation and sale terms for sulphate of ammonia to growers. It specifies entitlement, fair pricing, and deadlines for orders by May 18, 1963, with controls to prevent duplicate deliveries and ensure proper forwarding to celery producers.

Cairns Cane Rioeare Sminnnis Merete Wulphale Armaitoetia Reeve

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