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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1947
Page
6
A 1920s style editorial argues parental influence shapes youth. It emphasizes parental responsibility over generations, warns of material temptation and moral decline, and urges home guidance to mold character and virtue for the future.
An OCR readable fragment notes issues at the Barron River water system near Exton dam with references to a scene by Barn Bier and a river depletion test. Mentions a date around the 26th and a planned depletement operation, detailing limited crew activities and local observations.
A fragmented note hints at price changes in sprint goods tied to Canadian trade and domestic supply. The record references varying costs and stock dynamics, suggesting a broad market adjustment without clear figures.
In a crowded arena, Waxcock defeats Wewmam in a decisive boxing match. Reported action centers on hard exchanges and control by Waxcock throughout round exchanges, with Wewmam failing to mount a sustained rally.
A Cairns council conference on mud flat reclamation near Trinity Bay will discuss government participation and funding, with officials including Mr CM Carter and Mayor AL Collins in attendance. The forum aims to define scope, costs, and resource limits, amid rising timber and price concerns affecting local industries.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions weather, civil issues, and a mix of place names and numbers. Core readable items reference a state and towns with dates or counts, but details are unclear. Summary captures the confused, partial report while preserving named entities and probable locations.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions memories of a mother and family figures, with scattered names and phrases about love, loss, and remembrance. The text is incomplete and reads like a personal memorial or note, lacking clear events or dates.
A reminiscence merges memories of loved ones and friends with notes of sorrow and support. Flowers and readings mark a gathering as kin recall Georges Frederick and others referenced in a quiet ceremony. The service, held in a local church, honors those missed and pledges to keep their memories alive.
A local club plans restoration and new machinery sheds at Cardwell and EM with loans totalling 6800 pounds. Brisbane correspondent notes demolition of the kitchen block and erection of a new kitchen block, larder, veg rooms, and running space. Also reports on police cases, rents court proceedings, and municipal projects across Norman and area.
A chaotic, handwritten OCR style report describes the Loggers Association conference in Impats, with remarks from Johnstone and C. Daley about regional gathering, industry dependence, and calls for reform and development despite garbled names and stray phrases. The piece hints at policy talks on taxation, state advancement, and legal matters.
Vague OCR notes describe decaying activity and warmer readings, mentioning forecasts and temperate cycles. References to forecasts and months are garbled but imply adjustments in northern weather patterns and possible mild conditions ahead.
The Tobacco Growers Association reports a profitable year with strong earnings. Members see improved revenue, consolidated assets, and steady market demand supporting future growth plans.
The document records a gathering of growers and directors in Dimbulah with government and ministerial representatives. It notes cooperative aims, expansion, and progress, praising cooperation between growers and authorities while outlining future actions and regional agricultural policy context.
Fragmented OCR depicts a secretary role amid forestry board activity and alleged mismanagement. It notes meetings, a district executive, and a new board, with W Holder accused of long tenure and secrecy. Financial figures imply overspending and travel costs, suggesting administrative strain.
A muddled record shows leaders debating foundation separation and funding plans. It notes proposed actions on property, licenses, and timber issues, with references to profits, loan sources, and building programs amid unclear names and dates.
A garbled clipping hints at planned arrangements for a coming harvest or market event. It mentions a secretary and a year end timing, with fragmented names and phrases suggesting officials or organizers, but the text is hard to decipher.
Shipping disruption causes extended delays at Mille port with timber and railway truck shortages. Officials warn of deteriorating freight flow to Sydney and Melbourne as exports like 100,000 feet to Melbourne and 230,000 feet from the port are under strain.
Fragmented passaged text outlines a commercial brikbane and marketing efforts, mentioning a line of matter and questions of employee contracts. It references growers, station proposals, resignations accepted, and debates on rent, payment, and management changes within a mid twentieth century business setting.
A lawyer records a case where Gent om John Layrvan allegedly owed C90 plus 16, later died, and payments of W800 emerge. Debates arise over contract law and remedies for money given in trust, with references to Churton and formal demands, while personal motives and social expectations color the dispute. The diary probes if restitution is recoverable and under what conditions, amid party loyalties and moral judgments.
The Cairns Post reports a Saturday sale featuring domestic and workshop items that attracted many local women buyers. large equipment including operating tables, a five horsepower motor, a speedometer, and a trailer sold amid brisk bidding. Numerous rations and emergency gear were offered, drawing interest from the gathered crowd.
Victim Dee sian Wilkinson 128 is fatally shot at Waterworks Road Brisbane. Police report says three shots were fired by Joseph Kenneth Anthony, an insurance traveller from Briabase. Wounds deemed life threatening earlier. investigation ongoing.
A historical race report notes the Golden Casket event with winners and prize totals. Key names include A Fowler Boomstin Gd Rin M Mie Seibane and J Steele who placed in various tickets and primes. Prize details list amounts up to £5008 and £1000 for top finishes, with multiple horses and handlers named.
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