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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1942
Page
4
A garbled OCR page presents a casualty list fragment with scattered names, places, and dates. It references multiple locations and individuals, including seas and months, but the readable portion lacks coherent context or complete entries to form a clear report.
A fragmented notice mentions a commercial action labeled 2a Sh Sen and indicates resumed activity associated with tora and She. The readable fragments are insufficient for a complete event or outcome.
The Cairns Post notes anxiety in Chungking over Allies potentially concentrating on Europe and Germany while Japan endures. It argues time is crucial for China as Japan could extend resistance, complicating a final Pacific victory and delaying relief for occupied territories.
Discussion on whether Japan will risk provoking a stronger Soviet response and whether Soviet strength might deter Tokyo from new ambitions. The ever shifting war landscape could lead Japan to limit further moves, amid Allied concerns and strategic calculations.
Reported stock movements describe fifteen hundred bullocks en route from Dunbar to the Valley of Lagoons via Charters Towers to Hullgrove. A separate note cites Barron Falls Hydro Electricity Board's year end receipts at 692,2508, explaining a shortfall from forecasts due to evacuations and reconnection issues. Also included is a discussion on various fly species and their habits, with descriptive notes on buffalo flies and their behavior in relation to livestock.
The recreation room and allied services report heavy use of the sun and gold showers and ongoing recreation, cricket and football matches, reading materials, gramophones, and records shared among men and Scouts. The main center at Eapisnade operates daily with access for all, ensuring reading rooms, films, and libraries remain active.
The Barron Falls Hydro-Electricity Board received tenders valued at £4961 for materials to extend electricity to Piwngilly Uriwinns and Bartle Frere. Costs have risen about 28 percent from the original estimate, and guarantees from suppliers were elusive. A revised quantity plan and potential south of Sarina timber sourcing were noted, with several bids rejected or adjusted due to freight and tax considerations.
A fragmented report notes a black market issue involving cotators and trade in Melbourne London New Zealand and Crete. The piece mentions radio sales and a quinine-like matter amid legal action and quarantine references.
Reports say Allied bombers struck Japanese bases in the Solomons and nearby areas with heavy strikes on airfields and ships. The comms note three successful medium bombing runs on enemy shipping near Timor as Australian and American forces coordinate sea and land efforts, including Marine and Australian naval support.
Intense attacks by Allied aircraft over Lakunai and Rabaul in New Guinea for the fourth day produced large fires visible for miles. Bombers hit airfields and buildings as Zero fighters engaged, with several Zeros shot down or damaged.
A 11 year old Mackay girl died after a drowning incident near the Pion tor River while with other children. The body was recovered and artificial respiration used but proved futile.
In Melbourne Augeat 10 Pretoria South Australia a list states ineligible for war service or War Work. Those States Vi Beet are deemed eligible for war service and employment. A notice at Seal Street and nearby blocks directs eligible and ineligible statuses for local wartime roles.
The Federal Commissioner of Taxation charges two penalties of £100 each in a Perth Supreme Court case against Xenstor 2B Inhmsen tied to 1998 income tax returns and a later submitted ret, alleged frauds across partnerships and inter coalitions. Proceedings showed extensive scrutiny of transactions around Inher’s acquisition of Interceia and related tax evasion claims. The hearing continues the next day with witnesses and further investigation.
In Canberra new conditions require state work to be done by union labour. The Associated Chambers of Manufacturers of Australia condemns the move as ground breaking and harmful to public funds and war production. They urge a full government review of the policy and its impact on Australian workers and war material.
The Stevedoring Industry Committee chaired by Judge Piper announced a decision on the Northern ports labourers issue. The commission had issued a scheme for registering waterside workers and listed workers who would be legally allowed access to the waterfront, with priority given to redress and wage measures.
A wartime notice outlines a recruiting drive for the WAAALS with a mobile unit. It describes roles for operators clerks and mechanics under Officer Commanding Rawlins at the WAAAF Training Depot Malvers. It notes training, prior service, and outlines travel from Tully to Trimise, with departure and return dates in August.
In a disputed move the Commonwealth Government plans to reduce wine supplies to Australia to offset beer shortages. Officials say the cut aims to limit available alternatives while consulting industry stakeholders on enforcement standards amid unrest and supply concerns.
A board meeting denied Petrissym permission for an employee to leave his job to join a bar or factory project. The discussion highlighted labor, industry, and administrative constraints, with the board noting the need to protect essential services. The motion to refuse was carried after debate on power, safety, and workforce implications.
Canberra reports the final inquiry into the dairy industry recommends government measures to adjust prices and wages to secure reliable milk and cream supply for civilian needs, export demand, and war requirements. The interim report suggests higher dairy produce prices, wage increases for dairy workers, and special provisions for army labour, with details kept secret for security.
In Melbourne on August 10 Premier Mr Foran faced travel delays as dining arrangements kept him in Sydney on route to Melbourne, affecting his official schedule and engagements.
Historical note discusses buffalo fly in Australia, its spread and impact on cattle. Mentions outbreaks in Queensland and New South Wales, railway checks, and measures to control the pest. Compares distribution across regions and seasons, noting cooler winters reduce activity but do not eliminate risk. References General Whiner and transport checks during the period.
The Attorney-General Mr. Do A Sledeimt arrived to state that Queensland was not seen asked by the Commonwealth to provide special imagery for impermanent employment in the corps. Seven State masses were selected by the State, and will adjudicate any disputes arising from deployment in the corps.
Fragmentary report describes an escape of prisoners during an alarm. The text mentions aborigines and a figure named Zor strai n ARR art cabledulling, with unclear actions and orders. Details are obscured by garbled OCR text but indicate a prison escape event and pursuit.
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