04 Dec 1942
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1942
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text listing auctioneers and estate agents, with scattered proper nouns such as Neil Brats institute and Paley, indicating a classified directory entry. Contains numerous garbled terms, partial names, and stray phrases, making concrete items or dates unclear.
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The Shire council calls for tender for the disposal and removal of garbage from Gordonvale Township. Bids must be sealed and lodged by Friday, December 7, with tenders addressed to the secretary. Contract WHILLAMS seeks tender submissions and the lowest bid will be accepted. The deal includes approx 307 baths and related requirements as per the public notice.
A battered report details cattle losses across northern grazing regions due to disease and transport disruptions. Farmers expect fewer market calves next year as rail bans and weather hinder movement, prompting government talks on easing shortages and improving feed and routes.
The article reports on a nutrition conference in London where scientists discussed dehydrated foods and emergency rations. It describes a meal sample prepared by the Nutriing Society and outlines dehydration techniques, packaging, and potential use in wartime Britain. The discussion includes figures from government and science and notes public receptivity to future food forms.
The article recalls ten years of rising female education with secondary schools producing hundreds who enter universities and medicine. Many serve in the forces or civilian medical roles as they diversify into pharmacy, veterinary studies, and other sciences. It calls for immediate registration of qualified graduates with the Scientific Advisory Committee to aid the war effort.
December notes from Chilagoe and Ewttllagoe recount a village gathering with music, dancing, and races. Residents Burnell Mungenasio and others attended, with Audiences and teachers listed, along with a late year church and social events summary.
The discussion centers on maximum price controls and exchange restrictions aimed at curbing speculation in wartime trade. Officials, including Treasurer and Justice Owen, weigh impact on legitimate business while monitoring stock changes to support national finance and rent, loans, and war effort.
A Herbertton hospital dance featured prizes won by Mastaines A Torevaer and Mosers amid a lively program. The event included performances, remarks by local officials, and a tribute to soldiers, with attendance by Mrs. Williams and other guests. Officials from the hospital and community departments coordinated the evening to celebrate staff and patients.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses a government document related to the tobacco industry and a proposed agreement. It mentions departments like Loaf Mende and Customs and references individuals with unclear roles. The passage shows confusion in names and phrases, hindering a clear summary of actions or outcomes.
Calens Deventer writes from Lane regarding bread rationing at the local store. She notes requests for bread in advance are refused, triggering waste and stalling daily meals for families. The letter asks bakers to address the shortage and widen supply.
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