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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1943
Page
2
A fragmented notice describes Cairne races and melons to amuse attendees on a Saturday. It mentions events, a location, and schedules in unclear wording with several garbled phrases. The readable items show a fair atmosphere with planned activities and names that appear to be participants or organizers.
City workers closed Albion Park access as crews repair irrigation lines and replace damaged meters. Officials warn residents to expect short-term restrictions while drainage and lighting checks proceed.
A Mareeba employment board meeting discussed urgent water supply issues. Officials outlined reservoir expansion as necessary to meet long term needs, citing potential gains in storage and regional demand. Local representatives voiced concerns over funding, timing, and construction impact on nearby communities.
Fragmentary report from Brisbane dated December 7 describes pumps and a street condition. Mentions Shine and Arragee, with garbled phrases about a time and an event, but details are unreadable.
The record lists Dairy Produce Board members with names including Sara Hane and Emmie, noting a tense session addressing committee conduct and finance. Officials discuss commissions and responsibilities, with references to agricultural oversight and regional offices.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses meat rationing and related appeals. It mentions authorities, heirs, and aid efforts, with scattered references to supply and distribution points, catering, and local measures. The text is garbled but centers on wartime food control and public assistance needs.
In loving memory of Breiner and Lander relatives, the family posts a memorial notice. It honors the deceased and notes their passing on December 1 with messages of love from family members including a sister and brothers Ted and Lionel Lander.
Fragmentary note conveys thanks from Mrs Josh and Parle for support after a death. Mentions Father Mahones Doctor station and nursing staff at a district hospital. Includes personal acknowledgments to friends and TeiRies and a brief reference to the A Amociatid Prem.
A Cairns Post analysis from December 1947 on postwar Europe discusses how millions of refugees and enslaved laborers might be repatriated or resettled under Nazi defeat. It surveys plans for population distribution, emigration, and worker repatriation, noting potential surges and government roles in organizing relief and reconstruction.
A garbled passage notes care reminders and a warning about future steps. It references a person or group and suggests a need for clearer understanding or guidance. The text lacks coherent names or dates but implies a cautionary instruction or advisory note.
Fragmented report notes potential appearance of Mr. Bulcock before the Cotton Commission. Summarizes statements by Mr. Donovan and Mr. Nuttall of Kalamis Mill Suppliers Committee. Discusses cotton predictions, sugar prices, and estimated relief payments to Queensland growers amid Burdekin conditions.
December 7 report from Brisbane outlines union and party delegates aligning on federation aims. stakeholders from county parties discuss inclusion of all employer and farming sections within the Australian Country Party while stressing a practical, forward looking agenda.
Canberra reports outline a proposed extra Christmas relief plan offering exchange for meat and a weight target over five days. The article also covers Land Commissioners Court proceedings, a guilty verdict in Pelly, shoplifting concerns, and general holiday scarcity issues affecting shoppers and suppliers.
Allied war communique details a Beaufighter and Boston air attack on Rabaul and surrounding targets. Heavily damaged barges and vessels near Cape Gloucester, Cape Archway, and Open Bay, plus naval bombardment effects at Tatun airfield and Chabal area. Japanese counteractions included interception attempts and aerial dogfights as Australian forces advance along the coast toward Ramu Valley with bombardment and ground assault units.
December 1 official news reports Japanese forces have advanced toward Changsha. The Chinese defense and positions around the Changsha region are described as under pressure as Japanese troops push along routes toward the central city.
Melbourne December 7 A constitution and Provisional Council formed after a conference. Sir Earle Page appointed chair of the Provisional Council. Provisions include administration and community plans for the country party.
Harris announced the camp tried to arrest five detainees. Corporal Leschke and witness Seidl testified about Smith’s capture and escort to the orderly room. Captain Barry noted marks on Smith’s body. Major Sands Smyth and others provided conflicting testimony about injuries. Private Smith faced assault and discipline at Warwick camp.
Sydney dispatch quotes Dr C C van Der Plax, head of the Netherlands Indies Commission for Australia and New Zealand. He says the Netherlands’ war effort is concentrated in Australia with air and sea contributions, aiding Allied forces with merchant ships and joint operations. He stresses harmony with Australian and American allies in the common war aim.
Fragmented notes report changes in poultry prices and trade expectations. Mentions Reed, Seay, and potential price adjustments due to route provisions, with several garbled phrases suggesting market movements today. It notes possible cuts in wholesale bird pricing at new rates amid transportation constraints.
A disrupted OCR fragment describes a Victorian airman connected to a Vietnam era Royal Australian Air Force unit. It mentions a designated technician and a mission context, with unclear wording about actions and outcomes. The readable elements point to a military aviation background and an associated, but unspecified, detonation or peril.
A strong opposition campaign emerges in western and northern regions over meat rationing. Delegations argue state supplies are adequate and that meat remains a staple for Inland workers, challenging central price and distribution plans.
A Cairns analysis discusses the Fararth cement potential in North Queensland. Dr Gardner and Mr Murray weigh raw materials from Chillagoe and Mareeba, noting local limestone and clays, lime carbonate, and silica content. The study finds high grade stone near Chillagoe, extensive clay resources, and analyzes sulphur, iron, and magnesia levels. It concludes Mareeba region holds the necessary materials for cement production, but warns that market, kiln technology, and supply quality would affect viability.
The Prime Minister and Cabinet endorse postwar housing assistance details to aid low wage and large families. Government to work with states on building programs and rental rebates while assessing funding for public and private housing with central and local authority involvement.
At a Brisbane hearing the tallwey unions review considered meal allowances, with arguments from ASU and other counsel. The Commissioner weighed award rules, deduced edible meal weights, and proposed weekly food allowances from 10 to 2 10 pounds, with the hearing adjourned.
In Sydney on December 7 a session discussed measures to address unpaid wages for federation members. The resolution directs action to ensure reimbursement of wages and outlines steps for government and federation compliance. Details on timelines and eligible claimants were noted for December deadlines.
The Minister for Customs Senator RV Keane condemned a Five Docks Sydney window display showing a five ounce meat ration with a notice This is your daily meat ration He claimed it was part of opposition rhetoric and stressed wartime plea for restraint urging Britain United States and Canada to ration meat as the nation faced shortages.
Reported shutdowns and idling across four real mines reflect a period of reduced production. Operations at Ayoney and Raterine face workforce reductions while safety warnings and equipment maintenance tie up limited output as demand wanes.
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