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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 22, 1951

Page

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Butter Price Increase Implemented in Queensland and NSW

Brisbane reports both Queensland and New South Wales announce a sixpence per pound rise in butter prices. The plan, backed by South Australia, would lift retail butter from 2 shillings 2 pence to 3 shillings 13 pence, as states prepare for higher costs amid export licensing talk and political rhetoric.

Brisbane Queensland New South Wales South Australia Mr. T. Playford Mr. Gair

Dairy Produce Control Debate Across States

The article reports on a heated discussion over dairy production costs and price controls. Mr Hyland criticizes state and commonwealth actions, warning that new policies may force price changes and affect dairy farmers’ incomes. Government committees review dairy price levels and supply mechanisms.

Butter Prices Spike Across Australian States

A fragmented notice mentions butter price policy shifts and government actions across New South Wales Victoria South Australia and Queensland. It references discussions on retail prices and the potential impact on consumers and markets.

Attempt To Split Workers In Brisbane Angers Labor

Brisbane Aug 21 labour leaders warn of a wedge between industrial workers and the government as unrest grows over rising prices. They urge unity with miners and discuss food shortages and possible government aid while MPs advocate measures from the Lands Department to ease shortages. The meeting adjourned without a resolution.

Brisbane Toush Ania GG McCautle Su Mccatnie J. A Turves Australia Lands Department Wnthe Pomuarros

Princess Margaret Comes of Age

A BBC report notes Princess Margaret reaches coming of age with ceremonial galas and official duties. The event marks her full public role as a royal figure with appearances across official functions and charitable engagements.

Princess Margaret

Sands Beats Miller In Bout Of Mixed Form

Sands outpointed Miller in a bout marked by a disjointed performance. Sands opened cautiously with precise left leads while Miller absorbed punishment from eye injures and fought back late, praising Sands afterward and noting potential for a future clash.

Biller West Sands Turpin Miller Piicerd Walding Lance Stolna Panehes

Personnel of new board of control of Commonwealth Bank

Canberra Aug 21 The Treasurer Sir Arthur Fadden announced the personnel of the new Bank Board to control the Commonwealth Bank. The board will replace the present governors control. The Governor Dr H C Coombs the deputy governor Mr E B Richardson and the Commonwealth Statistician Dr Roland Wilson will remain on the board for their current terms. The Government also appointed Mr LG Melville assistant governor during the Governor General's pleasure.

Canberra Arthur Fadden Commonwealth Bank H. C. Coombs E. B. Richardson Commonwealth Statistician Roland Wilson LG. Melville

Periods of Service and New Bank Act Implemented

The article lists new appointees including Symonds and Gisby with terms up to three years and notes their previous positions on the Australian Broadcasting Control Board. It also mentions Geoffrey Grimwade as former chairman and general manager of Lone Meat Works, and reports the 1981 Bank Act proclamation establishing a new operating board to shape Commonwealth banking policy, with limited government policy influence.

Sibert” Symonds sSitecng St Waters Trading Caer 'Pany Ltd Sydney Robert Gisby Auatratian, Broadcasting Chatrol Board Witlen Lauckian Sangerna Ens ‘Borde Cne E. Eeetes Ausra Weest Geo Board Feluwe Commonwealth Arthur Panden

Immigration Programme Recaster Announces Major Efforts

The Prime Minister announced a night plan to recast immigration focusing on maxing production during the emergency. The program aims to hire the largest feasible share of suitable workers and provide more housing to support their employment.

Dtr RG Piafond Fersim

Bitter trade war develops in Brisbane and nearby meet

Fragmented OCR captures a chaotic scene about trade tensions and a meeting related to a Verdant company Avante. The report mentions garages, concerts, and various people debating agreements, with unclear names and dates.

Newly Active Korean War Front Signals Frontline Strain

Turbulent front reports in the Korean War describe renewed enemy activity in the eastern sector. Allied forces press to hold ground as artillery and air support clash with North Korean units.

Bomb Outrage in Sydney Front of Hoder Wrecked

A bombing near a Sydney waterfront area damaged a boat and nearby houses. Witnesses recall a blast that injured or frightened bystanders and shattered windows as authorities investigated the scene and assessed the wreckage after the explosion.

Sydney Hoder

Dromus Explosion Claims Messing Men

A fragmented report describes a Dromus explosion with two missing men. Readable text hints at injuries and evacuation, but many words are garbled, leaving only scattered details of persons and places. The article lacks clear timeline or outcome.

Dromus

Persian Deadlock Traced In Branant Pro Lace Dirty Seat

Fragmentary OCR text references a Persian deadlock and a Branant Pro scene with names like Stokes and Aten. Sentences are garbled but suggest a disordered report or note about people and events at a location called Branant Pro with mentions of musical or seat related terms and multiple nonstandard phrases. The readable pieces imply a diplomatic or social stalemate and amateur notes rather than a clear incident.

Gloucester regiment member wounded in May battle

A Gloucester regiment soldier, Zywene Leonel Kesce, was wounded in May during fierce fighting at Koen. He remains in hospital recovering as part of the Gloucester unit, one of the few survivors.

Shea Tae Boni Aliione Zywene Leonel Kesce Bertaion Gloucesnerahire Regmant Fox Gallent Lew

Building Work Without Council's Permission

A letter by A. J. Draper Pty. Ltd. states that work at the building was carried out by the Gas Supply Company without the sanction of Northern Australian Breweries. The work involved lining the seid calling the eating rose portion of the building and laying new concrete flocs.

A. J. Draper Pty. Ltd Northern Australian Breweries

Tow Slayer (Placeholder title due to garbled input)

A detailed discussion outlines procedures and reactions surrounding a controversial matter. The report references views of various parties and mentions tensions, assessments by tutors, and concerns over fairness and safety amid the unfolding events.

Appeal Rights for Police Case Details

A distorted OCR fragment discusses appeal rights related to police matters. It mentions individuals and unnamed entities but provides no clear facts, dates, or events suitable for a concrete summary. The readable portions show fragmented terms and unclear context, preventing a definite news item.

Unclear text fragment about a health or chemical incident

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a concern with a chemical or medical context and possible destruction or hazard. It references a drug or treatment, names like Sonoda and Macy, and phrases that suggest a desolate or emergency scenario without clear actions or outcomes.

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