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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 04, 1947

Page

6

Fragmentary transcript on Palestine partition debates and U N action

The article discusses competing views on the formation of a United Nations force for Palestine and the role of the United States and Russia in partition discussions. It notes the heated debate over enforcement, the risk of wider conflict, and the need for international agreement to achieve a two thirds majority at the UN. It references the Babinds maternity case and names Mrs W Home Behingn among readers.

Finn Mold Britein United States Palestine Vital Pantita Sven Russia U.N. Y Philipputes

Untitled thanks note from hospital patient

Letter thanks ambulance bearers Constaile and Anna and hospital staff for kindness after accident. Patient Mick Babacema from Tully expresses gratitude for care at the hospital and mentions doctors matron and nurses.

Constaile Anna Ny Arciden Anni Ube Gursey Sin Tully Mick Babacema

Cairns Seeks Rayon Factory

Fragmented OCR text shows Cairns pursuing a rayon factory project with references to local officials, planning details, and funding notes. The article mentions mayoral input, court considerations, and potential Timelines, but the readable portions are garbled, leaving unclear specifics about location, dates, or parties involved.

Untitled notice from Commercial Rianana item

Fragmentary OCR shows a commercial notice with figures around 10.9 to 89 and 39, mentioning prices or fees and a location at a road. Readable names or entities are unclear. remaining text is fragmented and nonsensical.

Atlantic Gale Causes Meave Death Toll Rise

A powerful Atlantic gale sweeps Lisborn and the region causing multiple drownings and injuries. Storm disrupts coastal towns, wrecks vessels, and prompts emergency weather updates from local correspondents.

Lisbon Abermen Asia Ors Normeer

Fragmented Local Rail and Port Notice From Sunnerton

Injuries reported as a man named Crein was injured on an urban railway porch project site. The article details delays, court actions, and port cargo plans including nine comet lochtel loads, special engagements, and river operations tied to the Anthe River port with schedules indicating work through December.

Ante Crem Jaimne

Adult Education Program Linked to City Advisory Committee

A historical note describes the adult education effort coordinated by the Cairns Advisory Committee. It outlines lectures and evening sessions, mentioning dates around December and a focus on polygetation concerns. The piece references Tinker Ciliieation and a plan to invite participants to adult education events hosted by local authorities.

Betis Tollowne Thureley Deremner Cairns Adviory Committee

Memorial notice for sons and brothers from World War II era

In memory of our dear son and brother Flying Officer Vince Dain and Air Gunner of Halifax crew members. December 4 1964 references to fallen relatives and a town tribute. Erected at Yor. Family and friends recall their bravery and enduring memory.

Davie Pwd Vince Dain Romanos Aeho Den Itv Halifax Yor Keith Bert

In memory of Phillip Antoni loving husband and father

Obituary reflects on Phillip Antoni's passing on December 4 1963 at Mommas. Family members express grief and describe his love and guidance. He is remembered by his wife Suz Tanner and daughter Orel with enduring affection and prayers.

Philips Phillip Antoni Goa Rene Jose Suz Anton Orel Ulan Amd

Power Debate on Tall to Operate Dotrstate Services

A parliamentary discussion centers on granting power to Tall to operate Dotrstate services. Premier E M Vin and Prime Minister Wy oppose or seek clarified authority, with proposals that TAA may be empowered to regulate airlines and navigate state control, depending on future bills and government stance.

Rarunmens Powal E. M Einte Noida Mynister Farthar Emiaranf Faye Turing CG Winkstall Oparatore Tay Fey Bill

TAA-HEAVY LOSS REPORTS INCOME AND BALANCE SHEET

Canberra reports show TAA annual operations ending June with 80k expenses and 21844901 revenue. House tabled figures reveal 320,409 raft balance and 3455 assets, while Treasury advances and wartime costs shape the profits outlook. Melbourne notes 800,000 pound loss and dividends pending as accounts await completion.

Canberra FAA Noue Tn Lee Kamala Aillen

Blow at Black Market Operators

Fragmented report from Brisbane dated December 1 cites a vigilante operation against black market operators. The text is garbled, but suggests a crackdown or raid with references to authorities and locations, noting involvement around Gronenulatsl and Sarwemae.

Committee of Privileges Probes Blain Incident

The Committee of Privileges will inquire into allegations of wrongful use of a Gold Pass by a prisoner of war during the Baye palanry episode. The inquiry aims to determine truth, intent, and who benefited from any preferential treatment.

Committee OF Privileges Blain P.O.W

Chifley Denounces Motion Amid War Emotions in Parliament

The speech recounts Mr Chifley accepting the committee findings and accusing opponents of pressuring MPs with leaked evidence. Mr Blain and Mr Menzies oppose the motion, while Mr Meewen's amendments seek parliamentary sanction, with wartime prisoner of war testimonies cited and calls for restraint.

Blaine Gederation Chifley Meewen Menzies

Rain warnings and floods sweep central highlands and districts

Flood fears persist as heavy falls in Castel Mindirate and central highlands prompt warnings. Central and southern regions report multiple inches of rain with bridges and roads under strain. Registrations for a 34 hour event close amid flood danger. Rupunn residents endure Hood waters with grocery access limited as crews assess damage.

Bribhane Herbert Rth Woast Thor Murer” Peng Worth Diwne Mcintyre Aireonia Ae Martoer Tom Telaia Baintalle Ace Feniwele Hostag Pto Dalmerville Walah Kamileroi Bam Tulle Wiest Patrick-street Rai

Townsville Faces Gas Cuts Amid Shipping Delays

report on Townsville gas supplies disrupted by delayed shipments from Newcenis, with expected arrival around December. officials say fuel shortages depend on coal stock and company actions as vessels await fuel cargoes and delivery details.

Townsville Dee Ewnavii Ea Rattomunuc Abe Newcenis Arcos Styx Emery CMNY R Macatee Ihe

Auction Drives Strong Bids On Heavy Equipment Sale

At the auction buyers from Brisbane and other regions competed for large lots of heavy parts and springs. The sale featured a main group including 23 springs per set and multiple lots of Ford and Chevrolet components, with estimates suggesting high tonnage and strong interest despite some items lagging.

Vate Wien Monsees Xslea Seckingham Brisane Ube Piiarae Cale Conaang Mr. Jensen Ford

Signalling Equipment Aids Ships When Lochiel Disabled

Report from the Lochiel incident shows signalling gear kept ships informed as the Lochiel towed to safety after disabling bearings near Tearape Island. Master Captain Sullivan coordinated engine parts from the Resmiat owner. cargo and crew remained safe with repairs delayed by unavailable ball bearings. ship towed to Calne. Head of Shipping noted the crew readiness and calm handling of the tow.

Lochiet A Tearape Island Mala Lochiel Cairo Cooktown Cala al Aa Destiny Resmiat Batore Yaluia Calne Yaiata Wan

Import Licences Order Tor Cancellation Reexamined

Canberra reports the import licences order cancellation is being reexamined. Prime Minister states the review covers value figures and related statements, with officials reviewing the entitlements and potential adjustments amid a broader economic assessment.

Canberra Lee Anterecates Inder Heiderevinn

Margarets Fachtfrant In Lost Memory Fragments

Fragmentary OCR text shows a personal notice with garbled names and places. It hints at a Margaret figure and references meetings, ages, and locations but content is severely truncated and unclear. The readable elements suggest a biographical sketch or memorial note lacking coherent detail.

Grain Shortages Prompt Global Signals and Civil Orders

The article notes wheat outlooks with shortages across nations, urging emergency storage and rationing. It mentions Britain and other states facing strain, with warnings of price rises and the need for material reserves and labor to support wartime needs.

Water supply feared in major petroleum dispute

Disjointed report notes government pressure amid wide spread disruption in water delivery. Major industrial price controls and consternation over fuel shortages are described as authorities negotiate terms for a transition to socialistic planning and potential referendum next year.

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