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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1945
Page
5
A critique of unauthorised strikes and industrial turmoil in New South Wales details how coal mines idle ships idle and hospital work suffers. The piece blames militant union leadership, calls for lawful arbitration, and argues that constitutional, law abiding unionism will prevail with public support.
At Roma Street local in Brisbane on December 11 over 1190 bags of anime were offered. 226 sold, 618 paced in, remainder not offered. Prices slumped with bids refusing higher values. Purpkins cleared at 37 to 28. Chaff offerings mostly passed in with limited sales. nine jate of lucerne chaff cleared at 11/6 to 4/4, other lot values passed in 1/ to 8/6.
The Cairns District Hospital chair Mr C. R. Noyes said staff shortages and lifted controls reduced in patient numbers to a small figure. Several trained women left to seek other work while remaining staff faced heavy duties. He urged concerted action by authorities, noting higher wages and better living conditions were needed before adequate staffing could be achieved.
A government service briefing outlines assistance for service personnel seeking civilian careers. It covers vocational training, land settlement, housing, and new work pathways. Officers emphasize self improvement and access to a booklet titled Retire to Civil Life for rehabilitation guidance.
Fifteen long service soldiers who hitchhiked in American transport planes from Morotai to Sydney arrived and will report to the transit commander tomorrow. They are absent without leave but each reportedly has more than 200 discharge points, qualifying for discharge. Army authorities gave no comment and would not say what action might follow.
Brussels radio reports Belgium obtained from the United States a loan of 25 million pounds, securing cargoes en route to Belgium as lend lease ended, and funding further purchases from the United States.
Timber purchased by Dutch authorities in North Queensland to be loaded aboard the steamer Jasna Cost for shipment to New Guinea. The timber is destined for the rebuild of Roman Catholic missions and has prior use in army installations on the Cairns Tableland.
The Divisional Meteorological Bureau issues a noon forecast for the next 24 hours. Expect mostly cloudy and sultry conditions with isolated coastal showers and inland thunderstorms in the evening. East to southeast winds prevail along the North Coast with possible coastal snowers.
At Cairns Harbour Board meeting Dr. R D Rex of Douglas Shire Council asked by telegram to use Trinity Bay for about three weeks to clear a channel at Port Douglas. The plan aims to move tugs valued at £180,000 totaling 800 tons to Cairns and reduce harbour dues. Treasury approval required before action.
Relatives and friends of Mrs E Starke and family Mareeba Gordonvale Mackay and Cairns attend the funeral of Catherine Dodd from St Thomas Church Mareeba at 4 pm to Mareeba Cemetery. Also invited are the families of Carswell Bacon Salley and Beverley. AA Smith undertaker. Related notices follow for Mrs H J Hill Wrights Creek and others in Wrights Creek Cairns and Gordonvale. HM Simmonds Griffin and Watson families invited. Funeral Directors and Embalmers NSNDEN PTY LIMITED.
David Rushton of Lower Tully died at his home on December 7 1945. The obituary notes his residence and place of death, with burial arrangements to be announced by the family.
The families of Anshan Rushton and David Rushton express sincere thanks to the doctors matrons sisters and nursing staff of Babinde and Tully District Hospitals for their care and attention during their recent bereavements. Special thanks are sent to Mrs Squire and to all who sent sympathy telegrams and floral tributes.
In loving memory of Billy who last his life on December 12 1944 and of Horace Clarke Kirk who passed away December 12 1942. We who loved you sadly miss you. Always Remembered by his family and Pat.
International briefs from the Australian Associated Press cover diplomacy, conflict zones, and economic developments with concise summaries of events in Europe the Middle East and Asia. Key figures and organizations are named to provide context and immediacy.
Milton Anning, of Palm Avenue, injured his right arm and eye yesterday while trying to open a window. He was cut by splintered glass and taken by ambulance to Cairns District Hospital after first aid at the scene. He is employed by A. J. Draper Pty. Ltd.
Two Tully youths Edward Jukes and Noel Cross went astray while pig-hunting near Barrett's Lagoon last Sunday and spent a day and night in the jungle. They heard search-party gunfire as they near the scrub and soon returned unharmed.
William Haxter of Humbledom was taken by ambulance to Orrna District Hospital yesterday with a probable fracture of the right foot after a sugar stack fell on his foot at the Humbledon Mill on Monday. The pain appeared the following day.
Our Townsville correspondent reports efforts to heal the breach between Hermit Park ALP and the official ALP. MLA T Aikens commented that Hermit Park ALP have set definite conditions for reconciliation and any attempt to bypass them is doomed to fail.
Air services remain heavily booked with Cairns carriers rejecting many intending passengers daily. Australia National Airways Pty Ltd cannot operate further north to Brisbane until after Christmas and no southbound flights until about January first. Empire Airways reports January 9 as the earliest available earning date.
Cairns Harbour Board secretary J Wyer told a monthly meeting that cash receipts for November 1845 fell by £10683 19 8 compared with November 1844. For the first 11 months of 1845 receipts dropped by £79539 18 9 versus 1844, while expenditure for November 1845 rose by £1970 8 compared to 1844. Progressive expenditure for 11 months of 1845 showed a decrease of £83592 17 10 against 1844.
The YWCA完成 a hostel in Kuranda, replacing the Services Leave House, providing accommodation for 25 women. Organizers hope to offer similar facilities to civilian women in Cairns soon, run by a local committee, with plans for a larger Cairns hostel as living quarters remain tight for businesses.
At Cairns Harbour Board meeting Acting Dinger R S Gyton listed ships sailing with cargoes including raw sugar molasses sawn timber plywood veneer logs stumps lawyer cane tin wolfram antimony fuotspar tallow hides peanut kernels frozen poultry and Kauri gum Rookley Admiral Chase Mangola King William Peebles Bidelia Wandana Reltana and others. Totals include thousands of tons of sugar and large lots of sawn timber and other commodities.
Cairns City Council at a special meeting decided to apply to the Treasurer for 35 308 pounds for urgent postwar works. The plan, approved as A priority by the Co-ordinator General, covers Edge Hill reservoir and nine miles of road, with plans to be finalized and subject to government approvals.
The board discusses reclaiming spoil dumped at sea over years by the dredge to develop Cairns port areas. A plan to reclaim 420 acres from Nowharf end to beyond the District Hospital is mentioned, with no firm commitment. Council members urge action, noting successful reclamations in New Zealand and war-time value, and the matter is referred to the Works Committee for investigation and report.
About 1500 to 2000 Morotai troops marched three miles to the base area to protest delays in their return home. They drafted a protest to the Army Minister, with leaders citing slow moves and uncertain schedules, while officials explained shipping reallocations due to Java operations and broader war needs.
Mr P Ballantyne seeks a site by sale or lease for small ships at Smith's Creek. Board reviews options with Disposals Officer Townsville. price disputes hinder purchase of fibro shed on Smith's Rock wharf. Riordan to decide. Also notes discussions on Lily Creek diversion and removal of Cairns harbour boom with Naval Board input.
In Brisbane on December 1, Mr. F Barnes sues Detective Sergeant Purcell for 200 pounds damages alleging assault during his forcible removal from Parliament House lodge. Barnes challenges Speaker and Serjeant at Arms authority, arguing the Crown cannot justify eviction under parliamentary power. The case questions jurisdiction and the legality of police involvement in ejecting a member.
Representations have been made by the New South Wales Country Press Association for reconsideration of the ban on power for the production of country bi weekly and weekly papers. The president Mr A T Shakespeare said these newspapers link the people with authorities and are vital amid radio restrictions and transport limits. He noted many offices print with hand-type and use manual power on machines.
Isaiah Ferguson, senior inspector of accounts in the Auditor General's Department, appointed Secretary of the Central Cane Prices Board from January 1, replacing A. A. Henry who retires at year end. The board also includes Ferguson Smith as chairman, a grower representative, a mill owners representative, a sugar chemist, and Ferguson as secretary, constituted from December 11.
The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons will establish the first post graduate school of surgery in the Southern Hemisphere at Prince Henry's Hospital in Melbourne. The initiative aims to broaden fellowship access, offer refresher courses for practitioners, and improve surgical standards across the Commonwealth as hospital rebuilding resumes postwar.
December 11 reports Prime Minister Mr J. S. Chifley confirming a coal acquisition and distribution scheme, under constitutional review, with Commonwealth and New South Wales governments exploring the plan amid industrial disputes. Officials and miners held talks on a five year framework while Justice Davidson’s inquiry prompts financial responsibility by Canberra. Sydney dispatch notes NSW coal exports in 2.5 million tons range, with other states expanding resources to reach similar targets within eight to ten years.
Brigadier Duncan Maxwell of the 27th Brigade in Malaya testifies that his orders discouraged an organised escape on February 15 the ceasefire date and that General Bennett urged escape efforts. Maxwell urged against a large escape due to likely loss of life, noting the decision left to individual men. Major Walker recalls planning for escape days before surrender with details discussed only February 13. The inquiry adjourns.
Five more infantile paralysis cases were reported to health authorities today including a 25 year old woman in Brisbane a 13 year old boy in Brisbane a 20 year old male from Mount Creek Kingaroy a female from Rosewood and a 4 year old girl from Blacks Jak Readjusted annual figures show 79 cases in Brisbane this year.
Federation of India Calcutta reports the Congress Party Executive outlining a future democratic state with fundamental rights for all citizens. It calls for a willing federation of parties in international affairs and state control of key industries resources and services. The Working Committee condemns British Dutch policy in Indonesia and urges U S support for Indonesians while banning Communists from holding office.
Dec. 10 report from AAP says Commander The Hashimoto, captain of the Japanese submarine credited with sinking the Indianapolis, has reached Washington and is expected to testify in the McVay court likely on December 11.
In London on December 10 the bodies of two merchant seamen were discovered bearing signs of brutal violence. Police reported the deaths as murder and began investigations, with officials citing evidence at the scene and awaiting post mortem results.
Buenos Aires reports describe a court ruling convicting a rebel leader of leading a revolt at Cordoba. General Osvaldo Martin also received a four month sentence on the same charges from the army, marking a harsh outcome in the crackdown.
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