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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1944
Page
4
Fragmented poem and memorial notice mix in Brisbane notes with garbled lines about dates and names. The passage hints at a poem titled The $23 257m division and includes an obituary line for Charles Albert Lewin with family tributes.
Fragmentary OCR text references a court matter with personnel names and dates obscured. Disjoint terms suggest a legal notice or hearing context involving individuals and possible proceedings. The unreadable segments prevent a precise summary but indicate a formal judicial record.
Fragmented text shows names like Serban and Grome with scattered references to a Saturday event. The readable bits mention a meeting, tickets, and a barn, but details are garbled. Entities such as Susie, Sig, and Mele appear amidst broken phrases and incomplete clauses.
Fragmented OCR text references events in Oman with unclear names, dates, and figures. It mentions vendors, markets, and scores in a garbled layout, including mention of Maranesa and Granger without clear roles. The passage appears to describe economic activity and local figures but lacks cohesive details.
An obituary notes the death of Mr Whcasl SleMtahon at age seven on a Monday morning after a brief illness. It lists surviving relatives including his parents, sister, and other family members and mentions a Requiem Mass to be celebrated at a local church. The notice provides scant specifics but conveys the family's grief and the formal funeral arrangements.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a wartime appeal and related figures. Mentions cases of prisoners of war, committees, and fundraising efforts with scattered percentages and names, including references to Vienna and various wartime entities, capturing a snapshot of the appeal’s scope and activities.
The damaged text references wartime conditions, imports and shortages, and mentions onions and trade with Algeria and Japan. It presents jumbled phrases about markets, supply chains, and potential public notices, with many garbled terms and unclear specifics.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions an arrest, witness, and location but the text is unclear. Names, dates, and specifics are unreadable, leaving only a vague reference to a security or legal matter in progress.
A garbled OCR fragment provides no discernible people places or events. The text lacks coherent facts to identify an article, date, or identifiable organization.
A funeral service is announced for an individual connected with the church and family, with a wake or memorial event noted. The notice includes names and affiliations, mentions a march or procession, and lists a venue for the ceremony and burial, along with dates and local contact details. The fragmentary text references attendances, a brief tribute, and a funeral procession.
Readable fragments discuss family ties, a memorial, and names such as Laveny Ann and Cala. The text references a person’s death, a ward, and a possible celebration or memorial event with unclear dates and locations.
Fragmentary account traces early rocket propulsion research and the British role in naval and aerial weapon development. It mentions Major General Sir William Congreve and the influence on later American rocket projects, linking 1807 artillery rockets to 20th century jet and aircraft weaponry.
The fragment references Allied rocket fire from 1943 using British Typhoons with an estimated firepower comparable to a Bulgarian light armor assault and describes anti-tank successes. mentions a German tank engagement near Oxen and a prisoner recalling the terror of the Typhoon in battles. It notes Britain’s reliance on innovations like magnetic mines and radar controlled elder devices, while submarines and other ships play roles in wartime invention.
A cane cutter was seriously injured when a lamp exploded during fuel handling at Maurilyan harbour. The injured man, carrying a lamp, sustained burns to both hands and face and was rushed to Innistad hospital. Officials report changes to night patrols and bridge crews as authorities investigate the accident and review safety procedures.
Two American soldiers Berard Martin Sentance and Frank Davis faced charges after pillows found at Tenistar Court where stolen property was suspected. They pleaded guilty and were fined seven days in jail. A separate case reports Donald Boucher Mitchell, a United States sailor, charged for obscene language aboard ship. sub-inspector J Selby prosecuted and a naval court order dated Sailor handed to custody.
Local growers report strong yields of Marerba and Zeomula crops with favorable conditions this year. Fertilizer use improved IBDE production and noted that peanut varieties adapted well to the season. A horticultural competition in Innisfail praised garden plots with nineteen entries, awarding top honors to P Crouch and team from Innisfail State School.
A detailed, battlefront focused report describes Allied mining and land operations around Aitape and along the Japanese 18 Army in the Wewak area. It notes Allied losses totaling 225 dead and 399 wounded, against heavy Japanese casualties estimated at 13,560 killed and wounded, with Japanese attempts to break Allied lines near Attar perimeter and Driswimor River thwarted by American artillery and infantry. The piece recounts air campaigns by Allied and Japanese forces, shipping damage, and coastal raids, highlighting indirect approaches and the strategic aim to pin the enemy while preserving Allied forces.
In Lismore four youths faced the police court after a youth voyage attempt on a dinghy aimed at winning a prize. Ronald Belborrow pleaded guilty to taking a vessel without consent. Caryl Saall and Armilay faced associated charges. One Sydney businessman provided testimony. the court noted navigation errors and emboldened risks. The youths received sentences appropriate to the offense and circumstances.
Obituary notes the death of ECJ Hunter a former Queensland Parliament member from Cairns district. He shaped the sugar industry with molasses by products and stock food imwingasée, pioneered distillation and power from molasses, and helped northern prospects. Survived by widow and five sons and one daughter, funeral at St Georges Church of England Mareeba this afternoon at 2.
Brisbane reports that radio stations 48K 44K were aired to the government for Yes propaganda. Attorney General Dr WV Evert used Sunday 815 to 990 pm blocks to promote war effort. Stations allegedly protested but government diverted airtime to Department of Information.
Brisbane August 14 A young woman Morir Giowekale faced a high profile criminal charge alleging severe harm to a child. The jury found her not guilty after deliberation, and the court indicated potential avenues for appeal. The verdict halted lengthy testimony about alleged threats and the involvement of others, with the case touching on heavy community impact and ongoing legal questions.
Canberra August 14. The inquiry into postal telegraph and telephone censorship found evidence that censorship was used solely for national security and wartime prosecution. Sir William Webb concluded no improper interception occurred and rejected unauthorised access claims, noting key witnesses and the Parliament Committee proceedings.
Report from a parliamentary inquiry follows an August explosion of anti-tank shells near Keppel Sands. Kenneth Parker, tied to the incident, faces national security concerns and reporting restrictions. Six killed or injured officials say conditions remain unsettled as authorities extend the investigation.
August 13 Canberra report outlines total expenditure of £900,060 for training equipment and furniture, plus £1,200,000 for training facilities and £100,000 for general furniture. It notes prewar reconstruction aims and early placement of child workers in production in Australia, with imported gear expected to arrive in time to meet production needs.
Canberra reports that the ABC will not permit referendum broadcasts after midnight on Wednesday. Some multilingual commercial stations reportedly accepted contracts for referendum talks after that day. The Broadcasting Act does not clearly exclude referendum polls, affecting election grandards since the prior Wednesday.
Fragmentary wartime dispatches describe pressure on German leadership as Allied forces advance. Reports suggest a shift toward negotiation pressures and potential talks with a peace government, amid central command changes and militant rhetoric.
The government considers a change to grain controls after the National Council of Wanen delayed a decision Friday. Minister for Labour Mr. V. Geir commented that approval would be sought from the government, while the council reviews options and potential impact on workers and women in the industry.
Fragmented lines describe Allied concerns and German positions across Northern France and beyond. The text references Paris, the Seine, and anticipated German resistance, noting American forces advancing from Paris and signals of strategic openings near Fontainbleau and Dieppe amid a broader fight to defeat Germany.
The article reports on postwar trade reciprocity discussions with comments from leaders in the United States and allied nations. It notes debates about increased opportunities, including arguments for broader access to markets in the Netherlands, New Zealand, and Australia, and mentions calls for stronger support from industry directors.
A long survey discusses Britain’s postwar agricultural and industrial strategy, praising agricultural development and mechanisation. It cites reports by British and colonial officials on the wide adoption of farming machinery and national planning to boost food production and defense, noting leaders and institutions shaping the effort.
A mine explosion occurred near Hobart resulting in casualties or damage. Officials and responders were alerted as workers reported the incident and initial assessments began. The exact location and time are unclear from the fragmentary report, and authorities are investigating findings.
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