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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1950
Page
5
An OCR fragment suggests a discussion of steel shortages affecting production and prices with references to market dynamics, factory output, and potential shortages impacting workers and stakeholders. Naming, dates, or places are unclear. the piece appears to be a dense industrial report or column on steel supply impacts.
A fragmentary notice addresses the validity of wool deduction acts with scattered phrases about commissions and regional references. The readable portions mention legal considerations and questions surrounding the acts and their interpretation, but concrete details are unclear.
The fragment hints at a Democratic lead and a three milestone, with unclear names and precise events. Without clear nouns, the item remains unreadable and insufficient for a solid summary.
The article reports Dee Brisban and moree te trance among suspects linked to a robbery. Both are committed for trial as police pursue charges including use of an iron bar and assault amid a string of incidents at a local location.
Dee 4 Warwick reports the death of a local boy, Terry Molar, following a serious illness. Doctors say the illness progressed rapidly, sparking grief as family and friends mourn. Officials note the event will affect plans for a Saturday service and community activities postponed in response.
The obituary notes the death of Mra Aber May Becanko of Ipswich on a recent afternoon. She was a longtime widow of the late Mr and Mrs WR tied of Cains Ramis, with survivors mentioned. The service is set for 12 noon today.
fragmented obituary notes the death of a man yesterday with limited readable details. it mentions birth in herbertson and a funeral service at st monica's cathedral at 4 30 pm with church procession and possibly a residence or family names. the legible items include parish, cathedral, and a memorial recommendation.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a local item involving power or vehicle issues. Readable elements mention a place and a group, suggesting a brief public notice or community report. Without full context, the card notes a possible power outage or vehicle tow event and relevant local entities.
Fragmentary local notice describes morning activity and ongoing work at a facility. Names and places are partially obscured but reference to staff, a steam era carry and a hospital setting appear amid garbled text. The readable portions indicate an inspection or event related to the site with unspecified outcomes.
The Brisbane Weather Bureau reports last night’s teletyped forecast covers Peninsula and Vargentana with easterly winds and heavy rainfall warnings along the coast. Temperatures show a high around 35 degrees and lows near 12 degrees, with rainfall totals across northern districts listed for hours to 9 am Monday.
The Cairns Ambulance Brigade and the Cairns Aerial Ambulance received a coral benefit exceeding 2900 from the Water de Workers Federation branch. Watersiders donated 373 pounds over five weeks, enabling 3d to be taken from every pound earned on the wharves. A 900 pound government subsidy completes the funding, said Superintendent Mr JC Clark as the donation was praised as magnificent.
Brisbane dispatch reports soon to take effect from mid December. Rail fares and related charges are set to rise by around 3 percent, with higher increases in certain categories and routes. Officials cite revenue needs and adjusted operating costs as reasons for the phase one hike, detailing impact on parcel charges and timetables. The State Arbitration findings and department costs are noted, with planned annual expenditure to cover the new revenue shortfall.
London reports that the Bowling Association barred players under the age of 17 from club and challenge events. The ruling follows controversy over a youth’s participation, with critics arguing the game’s age limit protects veterans, while others push for broader access amid a lively debate over tradition and reform.
The Australian press reports the franchise award for Blair Athol oil field to a consortium amid government involvement. The move follows speculation on development timing and lease arrangements. Officials say a formal decision was reached, with implications for local energy plans and provincial cooperation.
Dee Mackay February court case reports a 1 year old laborer pleading guilty to drink driving while under the influence. Judge Baker disqualified him from driving for one month and ordered a fine and payment terms. The incident followed a collision involving a moped and a bus at a Mackay intersection.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a jumbled report about a murder case linked to a Yarra tragedy. Mentions names and places poorly legible, unclear action details, and possible suspects or witnesses.
Severe rainfall paralysed district mill crushings as local streams rose and transport slowed. In Cairns gutters ran and roads became lakes while rainfall totals accumulated. The day’s humidity averaged 84.5 per cent with year to date rainfall at 111.8 inches and six inches since month start. Weather covered coastal belt with storms drifting from the sea.
Heavy weekend rain disrupted mills from Tully to Babinda with Goondi and Mulgrave mills halting after river rises. Officials warned of road blocks and resumed work only if weather permits, as Mosman and Babinda plants struggled with cane supply and yard stock while floods limited transport.
Innisfail reports heavy rain and flood delays cut cane harvesting and crushing. Fields are waterlogged, quagmires hinder harvest, and ships delayed at Cairns waterfront. Rain disrupted timber mills and city drainage, with several vessels resuming work after brief stoppages.
An aging rainstorm closes Cairne sarodrame for land improprietary event. only the embulante plane remains grounded. The fight set to depart Se sees Seataera Store faces delays as the De Bieri team plans to proceed.
An early 20th century report details a shunter fatally injured near a railroad crossing at 430 pm. Merrell, assisting in hunting or transport, was struck by a passing shunter and died at Base Hospital after ambulance transport. Merrell, aged eight, had recently come to Cairna from Inewirh.
The Transpor t Commission approves a biweekly air service from Brisbane to Port Moresby with 200 mule fares to cover 300 miles, aiming to boost connections across the Channel country. Acting Queensland manager Biphinmame confirms the schedule and stations, while Dragon aircraft will operate the route with tutor services for passengers.
Premier and company officials outlined a processed milk factory project aimed at supplying Queensland markets. The plan includes factory completion at Gympie, extended dairy farming support, more jobs, and an expanded milk output chain to reduce shortages.
The American press reports Indonesian and Dutch positions on West New Guinea on the eve of a summit. Indonesia seeks inclusion of West New Guinea in Indonesia and cites security assurances. The Dutch government and allies weigh parliamentary support before any transfer.
A stern report describes trucks stranded by floodwaters near Coen after heavy rainfall last week. Armbrust and others navigated a swollen river in attempt to reach township safety while supplies remained strained and crews worked to free the bogged vehicles. An ANA airliner later passed over the area on Friday.
Heavy rainfall caused rivers to swell over the weekend with the West Normany River surging, threatening property. On Sunday, Jace Declan left his homestead to reach a nearby well and returned to find the river higher than the truck’s jumping board, signaling rising flood risk.
An early report describes a mechanical heart prototype used in Cleveland, with Dr Charles Bailey and team testing on dogs. The device circulated the dog’s own blood through a glass case and reintroduced it, claiming resuscitation benefits but acknowledging safety proof is required before human use.
In Sydney on December 4 the High Court heard the Communist Party act case. Mr Ashbansss represented Australian falteers Lion and Sacre Wereere Thon argued the government could direct arbitration to boost production. The hearing was adjourned to Wednesday for further testimony.
A cafe manager at Elimabeth Street City faces charges after two men were slashed and shot with a meat chopper and knife during Saturday night brawls. Police say William Jones Taylor was assaulted and Edward Mary Taplor suffered grievous injuries. manager Adelmon Amos faces related legal action as the court case proceeds.
The Americans Ad Larsen and Dick Javitt stretched their form before facing veterans John Bromwich and Adrian Quist as Victorian players Colin Long and Bart Wig scored a surprise doubles win over Billy Sidwell and George Worthington. Bromwich and Quist beat Don Candy and Wilfred Matthews in straight sets, while Sedgman and McGregor defeated Crawford and Hopman.
Brisbane reports indicate health officials found typhus fleas on rats. A city health committee spokesman warned of typhus risk amid a year of fever deaths. Building fumigation followed the discovery and staff were examined for exposure.
Fragmentary text appears to reference Makager and Java with garbled words and names. No clear event, person, or organization is identifiable to form a proper news item. Further readable content needed for a coherent summary.
December reports from Brisbane and Townsville show continued heavy rainfall with some regions recording new totals. Weather Bureau notes a ridge bringing mostly fine spells inland while the coast faces further showers and rising flood runoff in interior streams including the Piisroy and Daweon.
A Brisbane funeral procession for late Mr Jahnell Brady managing director of Bundaberg Weet Mall featured in a ceremonial gathering. Prominent attendees and papers from Queensland press attended as vice presidents and directors paid respects at the crematorium honoring the deceased and his family.
Brisbane dispatch reports a chaotic fragmentary note about the Golden Casket No and a person named Dean Fentreday. It mentions Gilaen Cate, a hotel or tourist reference, and a street address 41 Pare Avenue with unclear locations Beatwes and Toowoomie. The text is garbled with multiple misspellings and incomplete phrases. Continuous sense is limited to place names and a few proper nouns.
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