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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1945
Page
3
A continuing discussion outlines possible abattoir locations near Mackay and the waterfront. The commission notes a northern breakwater site at Mackay as suitable, with preferences for proximity to the city and surrounding district, while maintaining access and port considerations.
Fragmentary report discusses Mackay area as the source region for cattle supplies for established meatworks Rowen and Roewatke, noting current cattle shortages would hinder keeping works fully open. Mentions discussions in London and February 1930 about storage at A iture facility and design to meet future demand.
Melbourne reports a tragedy with a man named Harry Smart and a possible violent incident at Windsor home and Barney Point, while Brisbane discusses expert inspection for abattoir setup and quality meat grading. The Rev. Commission findings are noted and a push for improved stock movement to boost the state's economy is mentioned.
A wartime policy note from a three-party committee outlines phasing out controls while maintaining essentials due to global shortages. It lists commodities to be prioritized and signals continued international co operation through London as Europe moves toward economic normalization. The plan anticipates lifting food hourday restrictions by June 12, 1948 or sooner if feasible.
Catherine Dodd died this afternoon in Clare County. Born in the late years, she endured lengthy illness and is survived by her husband, four children, and other family members. The obituary notes her long life, family ties, and the community loss.
New York December reports a committee from the House Labor on President prepares a plan for a national board to regulate industry. Critics claim the proposal would create a state corporation to regulate medicine and communications. The text cites dire economic distress and shifts blame toward government action and corporate profits.
A court in Johannesburg on December 10 upheld a legal action involving an Australian wornsh ire case with Laure Edmi as claimant. The Supreme Court affirmed a signet decision and referred further proceedings to the South friewn jurisdiction for resolution.
Fragmented OCR lists closing times and place names for roads and towns including Cooktown, Port Molliay, Julatten, Trvinebank, Cardwell, Towneville, Ayr, Bundaberg, Gordon, and Rabinas. It mentions tomorrow Thursday with scattered numbers and unclear details.
A funeral service for Dr Gordon Lang was held in Canterbury Cathedral on the afternoon of December 8. The former St. John’s leader and chaplain at Magdalen College, Oxford, Lang’s career included roles at Leeds and Stepney, with ties to the Church of England and Theological College circles.
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