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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1951
Page
5
Fragmented OCR notes recount a track meeting with many names and results. The text lists participants and performances across events, mentioning Harri Mendes and others, with scattered scores, times, and placements. The fragmentary record hints at a multi-event program and various athletes competing for positions and medals.
Fragmentary notes describe a golf or handicap event with names like Warner, Cain, Cory, Carman, O’Meara, and Griththe. Mentions unusual scores, a birthoe, a candy bar, and returned carts. Context suggests club treasury activity and attendance, but readable facts are limited and fragmented.
The readable fragments describe a family scene with references to a grandchild and a December date. It mentions a future event and a personal tone, with unclear names and places due to OCR distortion. The overall gist centers on a family context and a schedule or reminder linked to a December time.
A correspondent from The Local Sphere describes the arrival of officials led by Director of Pate and The grupe in Cairne for the ceremonial opening. An accident during attendance results in a broken forearm and a crushed foot, with police and medical responders assisting the injured official.
A mangled scene at Tingalpa saw an ambulance rush to the spot after a falling tree injured workers including a pilot and several others. Emergency crews treated four injured people while doctors attended at hospital. The event followed yesterday’s severe heat and wind conditions.
In Dublin today South Africa defeated Ireland as the Rugby Union match progressed. The game saw strong plays from both sides with South Africa taking a decisive lead and securing victory in a tense encounter at the stadium.
A garbled weather item reports a night telegraph following a slate of showers and thunder in the southeast quarter of the state with warm conditions elsewhere. Wind shifts and unsettled conditions are noted with late mentions of storms and a Cairns ambulance and travel in rough phrasing.
A scrambled input mentions boxing names and unclear details with phrases like Dee and Sydney and references to Bennett and an expert writer. The text is garbled and lacks coherent events, dates, or outcomes to summarize into a clear sports item. No definite results or participants can be confirmed from the readable fragments.
A car crash with a train near Leafyold on a Saturday morning resulted in the death of Antoine. He was transported from Mareeba to Mareeba Hospital where he died. One daughter survives. The funeral occurred in Mareeba that afternoon.
Fragmented OCR discusses mass unemployment and federal state program funding. Mentions plans to reduce unemployment, funding sources, and coordination across agencies. References Queensland and Ermairan peas unclear. emphasizes confusion over federal roles and state economy impact.
Canberra reports the Commonwealth Cabinet meeting amid a dispute at the Loan Council over underwriting semi governmental loans and local government financing. Discussion centers on Amalgamated Wireless and other semi government interests, with officials pledging to address contractual obligations and local electricity development impacts.
The Minister for Health Mr. W More said today that free hospitals under the federal scheme are drawing strong interest from public ward patients who expect easier access and clearer funding.
Quote appears garbled but hints at a discussion on a policy or stance relating to southern states, possibly involving migration, abortion, or capital matters. The fragment mentions Commonwealth actions and potential negative effects, with unclear references to Queensland and state fetuses. No definitive events or names are extractable.
Two women were injured yesterday near Cook Highway close to Burnside Point when a vehicle left the road. Mrs H Lutien and Miss Lalla Structon, both from Cairns, sustained contusions and facial injuries. Constable D.C. Boytholama of the Cairns police led the investigation.
A Teheran correspondent reports that Persian editors and offices were damaged or wrecked amid an air raid. Journalists fled to refuge as danger persisted in the capital during an evening scene described by the correspondent.
The programme featured two parts with contributions from the band and the choir. Performances were well received with a varied and balanced repertoire.
Melbourne innings narrated in disrupted fashion as bowlers Buldean and Jonman pressurize. Moroney and McDonald top score in a tense session while fielding errors and late wickets shift momentum. final totals and timing remain unclear due to garbled OCR text.
Six tons of beef destined for Cairns face delays as Williams Butchery and other shops suspend operations until supplies resume from Townsville. Ramsay notes fear of further disruption while Draper Street butcher Mr Grensine plans to stay open. stores may exhaust current stock before Thursday.
At Innisfail the Land Court session before Mr JM addressed forfeiture of allotment 7 section 2 of EL Arish for failure to meet improvement conditions. The commissioner noted absence of deliberate intent and delayed action affected the case involving Warren Glynn Dresder and Ivy May Bolton amid persistent notification issues.
Reuters reports Athol Rowan, famed bowler from England, may be available for selection in the South African team for the next year. His career with Attica Ear and Ragiaedt has built him as one of the world’s best in his craft, and selectors weigh his return after Mant White retires.
A fragmented naval shipping note outlines movements from Sydney, Brisbane, and the west coast toward Queensland ports and Melbourne. It mentions crews, routes via Singapore and Changi, and vessels named Dreamer, Presa, and others, with dates around December and January.
A fragmentary Palm Beach item notes bathers affected by an incident with partial details. The text mentions local names and a plan to report further, with references to a public safety tone and possible upcoming actions.
Brisbane December report outlines Labour Party plebiscite with candidate Barry named to lead, as Barry and allies campaign across Queensland seats. The article notes Barry’s task in securing Labour representation and mentions Barry’s public appearances and the race dynamics in multiple districts, including Cairns and Brisbane, with references to supporting figures and party organization.
A terse item notes fees rising to 119 dollars listed under Pondos and Dery with brief figures and a dated line. The fragmentary entry references Seagi and a monetary amount in a local notices style.
Light rain aids farmers as new weather report notes scattered showers in the region. Forecasts indicate continued drizzle with brief breaks, affecting outdoor plans and road conditions. Local authorities remind drivers to exercise caution on slick surfaces.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at sugar import notes involving Britain and the Commonwealth. Mentions dates and figures but details are unreadable, leaving core facts and participants unclear.
Fragmentary Canberra report shows tense parliamentary session with clashes over budget measures. References to ministers and government figures, including discussions on policy and taxation, indicate a heated atmosphere as the House prepares to reopen and vote on key financial plans. The text cites ministerial actions and public reaction amid ongoing governance debates.
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