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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 15, 1946

Page

6

Sydney lock-out threat and union conflict analyzed

The article argues a factory dispute and lock-out near Sydney, detailing unions enforcing a crane-driver ban and dockside action. It frames a broader call for cleaning up union leadership, criticizing tactics seen as retaliatory and misaligned with rank and file wishes. It cites court involvement and regional labor council pressure shaping the dispute.

Labour Council Asiat Heirarchy Australia Juelf

Airlines set new landing charges amid Melbourne talks

A fragmented report outlines proposed landing fee increases and regulatory deliberations. Officials from the aviation sector anticipate aligning with Britain and the United States trends while examining rural impact and aircraft weight classifications.

Melbourne Britain Ae Mo

In loving memory of a departed dear one

Memorial notice expresses grief for a loved husband and father. It lists mourners Lew, Kain, Hughes, William Jorst, and John Finetied, noting children and grandchildren among those remembering with sorrow on a date in August.

Lew, Kain Tety Hughes Wiliam Jorst Inia Tita Beatie John Son Tree

Local court cases and incidents reported in Whieldy street area

Aged man sues for injuries after a fall at a doorway and the ensuing court actions reference drivers, defendants and witnesses. The hearing resumes next Wednesday with defendants ordered to pay professional costs. Other notes mention police detentions, ship cargo issues and upcoming weather forecasts with maritime detail and local travel impacts.

Present of Army Cups at Auction Scene

A muddled report describes four cups seized by an auctioneer from Mrs A A Crake of Britney after a sale dispute. The cups were bought by a local combine and sold at public auction amid confusion as bidders claimed the entire lot. The narrative recounts the tension and conflicting claims surrounding the four cups.

Pameoger Britney Fey Suamrteern Craig Foramrt Isabel Abeart Everthan Craig bin Erie

London fragment hints at Asura names and Pare event

Incomplete OCR text from London notes mentions Asura, Sree, and Pare. Readable items are minimal. main entities appear as Asura and Pare with unclear context or actions.

London Aunas of Asura Sir R Sors, Sree

Calwell Charges and Political Interruptions Referenced

Fragmentary report shows Mr Calwell raising charges amid party divisions. Mention of Australian Labour Party, Country Party, and Northern division, with references to Melbourne and Melbourne context. Andrew Fisher and other leaders cited in a chaotic transcript about forthcoming federal elections.

Mateus Fay Sacha the Palley Aderal Ray Party Gueemane Mer Sea Menrivs Seok Melbourne OfBelal Labour Party Hermit Pas Breskaway Spoeane Alestone Andi Mundferd Andrew Isher Galena Calwell Labour Party Latut Ftlands Officiel Labour

Trident Shipwreck Near Callus Wharves Silent Toll

The Trident ran aground near Callus wharves, leaving many crewmen with severe injuries after the vessel broke up. Mrs WB Dan and Renner were among those picked from the sea as authorities reported the ship mined near the Ocean, with the bow and rigging severely damaged and lifeboats destroyed.

Trident Elias Merchant Alkewen WB Dan Renner oRedae Yous Png

Cairns Winter Day Draws Bidders Amid Heat

Visitors endured oppressive heat at the Cairns sale day as auctioneers and bidders packed the field. The crowd ranged from city guests to locals, with many removing coats as crowds pressed around the trucks and lots. By noon the field narrowed to a few score bidders, yet activity stayed brisk.

Ted Sevarel Cairns Sema

Keenly Contested Purchases At Unbleached Calico Sale

The auction featured vigorous bidding as lots of calico and cotton duck hit ceiling prices. Purchases by a Sydney buyer represented by a firm were made for tents tarpaulins and related goods, with quantities of sheeting bought. The sale aims to support prefabricated housing solutions and rapid construction for homes and relief builds amid press tension on materials and prices.

Tao Calico Way Southern Molle Bydney Abe Hartge Ani Alressf Prestueeton Lanett Gomi

Southern Fabric of Goods Seized as Harbour Board Oversight

A Melbourne trade report describes a surge in demand for mechanical bread ovens and dining ware, with prices rising as Southern dealers snapped up stock. The Harbour Board insured shipments, while exporters faced disruption from a spreading bushfire threatening coastal towns and the Durundur reserve, with crews racing to contain the blaze near the water.

Arrival of Captain in Orie from Taenia

A report notes Captain ue nomnor arriving in Orie from Taenia during the mid period prior to the voyage to Brisbane. The event marks a movement of personnel between regions.

Ue Nomnor Orie Taenia Brusbane

Tobacco Leaf Trade Notes and Local Mentions

Fragmentary OCR item mentions tobacco leaf trade and local figures, with unclear names and places. The readable parts reference See et Be Sh and Becerra in connection to tobacco, rental matters, and a San See te ie De Se Be Becerra context.

Trepass and Vandalism Charges Highlight School Incident

Fragmentary OCR notes show a case involving trespass and vandalism with references to a person named Dave and a threat of punishment. Notes mention preparation to address a misdemeanor by school authorities and potential response to the incident.

Melbourne hospital trio triples weigh heavy newborns

The Cairme poet FauegDs Heldoorne taped world weight records as a triplet weighing six pounds nine ounces each arrived. Earl Sean and Te at Melbourne hospital, a pair and a third born to a family with a discharged army father.

Ty Burwibel Earl- Sean Howptia Melbourna Siete Barty Ana Susee Asia Birinisel Prunatie Bas Ourey Peter Ian Terence

War veterans debate and electors meeting in rural district

An open meeting at Dullee Creek on August 4 discussed wartime service records, postwar policies, and calls for better recognition of ex service personnel. Colonel Cummings urged decentralization, tax reform, and state backed development while opposing harsh taxation. Citizens expressed discontent with government actions and rail and industrial issues, seeking relief and fair promotion prospects for veterans.

Dulle Creek Ian Catone Cz Sunnings Dumraven Coury Pariy Campelan Kennedy JH Doubledas Colunal Cummings Buvibows IL Wan Australia Cummings Dacide Ziel Thay Stabille Industroee al Rede Gare McDonald Breivte

Untitled fragment on land and population shifts in Australia

Fragmentary text describes population changes and land development in Australia, mentioning native land, resources, and regional shifts across the Northern Territory and parts of Western Australia and elsewhere. References aerial survey and rural resources like wool and pastures, with unclear details.

Thares West Aurelia Mapa Freermeendon

Ambiguous Civic Debate Described In Fragmented Text

Fragmented OCR notes discuss committees and a election, mentioning Berzone residents and Fort Worth. It references proposed reforms, population questions, and potential governance changes in a non-cohesive draft.

Canberra Policy Debate on Rapeamnt and Labor Costs

Fragmented text shows a Canberra discussion on worker remuneration and cost factors. Topics mention prime minister, treasurer, board qualification, overtime for farmers and laborers, and possible effects on prices and earnings. The readable portions suggest debate over wage policy and economic impact, but details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Sugarcane harvest in Louisiana yields 707000 tons in February estimate

The article reports a harvested cane output in Louisiana with an initial February figure of 707000 tons, forecast refined by May. It notes official figures revert to a revised total around 20,000 tons, discussing reductions and the impact on production estimates and related quotas.

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