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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1939
Page
11
Fragmentary OCR narrative recounts a Cape Town area incident involving Aboriginal people, a tramp, military references, and encounters with police. The garbled text mentions a Christmas treat theme, a girl named Topsy, a tailor, RAF money, and a wordy account of events across several named places and organizations. The piece shifts between names, locations, and partial dialogue, with a focus on social tensions and a public incident.
London dispatch reports government measures affecting wartime industry and civilian production. It notes controls on printers and textiles, warnings from authorities, and the impact on employment, with references to shipbuilding output and rationing plans. The piece highlights tensions between production targets and civilian needs amid ongoing wartime controls.
London on December 15 reports three metal price movements with silver at 0T and 2/15 for various grades, gold at £8/8 per ounce, copper at 40/10 in warehouse, lead at 10/12 6d, and New York on December 13 listing tin at 70 3/4 cents per pound.
The Brisbane market reported plentiful potato and pumpkin arrivals from Roma Street with prices easing. Quality improved on pumpkin and most sales were for whitening south at 7/1. Onions and sowt poor quality, early watering lines drew attention with prices from 7 to 2/6. Lucerne chaff overstocked, clearances difficult. maize heavy with sales around 4/2 to 4/14. Wheat offers were revised.
An early December report notes Chicago December wheat closing at 102, up four to eight cents, the strongest level in two years. The price rise follows the largest May futures gain since the war began, with demand contributing to the surge and kitchen use cited as part of the momentum.
The Minster for Customs Mr J B Lawron announced measures fixing metal prices at current levels with reference to overseas quotations. The report lists copper and tin prices in Australian and New York terms, noting the exchange adjustments and ongoing control measures. The communication aims to stabilize market expectations by anchoring domestic prices to international benchmarks.
From Toriq December 13, reports state eighty seven bodies are recovered and eight hundred plus are missing after the Russian vessel Tadigirka sank off Hokkaido. The Baranto Mari rescued about 300 including crew and women and children. The American Press correspondent in Wakaba sayy it was fer first that over one thousand perished. The Toranipirka, previously the Creamvercial Quaker, was sold in 8 Ri a.
New York correspondent reports a disaster where 580 drowned near an islet off Wekkanal Inlet after the ship grounded amid engines failing and passengers leaping to safety. Casualties include men from Illinois and others saved from the peril amid the wreckage.
In Bombay on December 14 the Moslem leader (Mr Jinnah) urged Britain to appoint a Royal Commission to investigate charges against the Congress Ministries. He argued they discriminated against minorities and pressed for a judicial commission under a Privy Council Law Lord to oversee the inquiry.
North Queensland Museum seeks subscriptions to fund its work and expand exhibits. The appeal highlights historical ships and maritime collections as central to the museum’s mission, aiming to engage the public and secure support for ongoing preservation.
Washington December 13 a distressed maritime notice states that ships are sold to Orient Line trading with Australasia. The sale or charter requires minimum sailings to New Zealand or Tasmanis with calls at New Zealand and Timarau, outlining routes and privileges with specified ports and limits.
In loving memory of Jessie Nora Walker beloved wife and mother who departed this life December 5 1955. Daughters and sons insert the family remembrance with lines of affection and a note from her husband and son.
Wald Earn reports on cross city events and local affairs in a compact column style. The piece blends brief notes on people places and ongoing civic items reflecting a mid century newspaper voice.
The article traces Romania’s long, intertwined history with Russia from medieval times through the 19th century. It notes Romania’s Latin origins amid Slavic neighbors, Turkish suzerainty, and Russian aid as liberator, protector, and eventual master in phases from the 17th to 19th centuries, shaping Bessarabia and the Romanian principalities.
The text traces Romania's history from Ottoman domination to independence after 1877, noting the loss and regain of Bessarabia, the acquisition of Transylvania after World War I, and shifts in regional power among Russia, Turkey, Austria, and Germany. It highlights Romania's evolving status and the long Russian influence in the region.
Fragmented OCR text reports a medical examination plan for a reclamation scheme near a pile yard with several driven piles. It notes a baby injury in Lake street, treated at District Hospital, and a weather forecast for Queensland with thunderstorms possible and generally fine conditions inland and along the coast.
The Marine Superintendent of the Harbor Board reported at the monthly meeting in November that the dredger was engaged in dredging the motor edger of the channel to maintain width. A survey showed the depth and area maintained, with about 77,000 cubic yards dredged and 44,900 tons ashore.
A confusing report describes two dog bite incidents near North Garlock School, involving Salvatore Earth and Sets Torri. Both victims, aged 11 and 12, received medical care at Ambataner and Ingham General before returning home. Shipping figures and hydroelectric board plans are noted in a broader November summary.
A shark attacked a swimmer at Backay, with locals reporting a second attack within two hours. Charles Simpoon finally caught an eight foot four inch northern shark after a hard struggle, firing a pearl shotgun at the beast to land it.
A youth rallies to prove innocence amid a high profile death sentence tied to an assault on a girl in Sydney. Protesters press authorities for new evidence as legal proceedings unfold and public interest grows. It is unclear which court or date the sentence was handed down.
Brisbane report on a Full Court decision striking off a Charleville solicitor’s roll. The case features Justice Macrossan’s remarks, appeal arguments, and comments on bench conduct amid a heated courtroom. It also recalls a separate drowning incident involving Wallace and Gurren, with ambulance response and a family from Maxwellton in North-west Queensland.
Lower sugar dues in Towville as of December 14 following Harbour Board and mill talks. Mills sought more storage and conveyors to cut handling costs, risking a £26,000 expenditure unless an extra reduction was offered. Mills agreed to accept a larger cut in dues in exchange for extra space.
Police raided Roma street and Jarry Parade bingo and bagatelle venues in Brisbane at night, closing tables and seizing equipment. Attendees dispersed. many players fled as officers arrived. Patrons left quickly with bets, while bystanders reacted with anger and a photographer faced threats.
Sydney dispatch reports the recall of a peace mediation offer and a Lords debate on military policy. The article details Australia’s first division training in New South Wales and concerns over mobilization, with emphasis on Light Horse mobility, divisional training, and officer preparation for large scale troop movements.
Fragmented remarks discuss Slovak workers and a German importation, with Lord Beal and British views on peace versus German strength. The text references reactions of foreign officials, political aims, and concerns about European balance, amid mentions of Slovak labor and future industrial output in Bain and related regions.
Mr Street warned that a disease germ was present in the city and could spread if infection rose. He noted the population’s immunity, influx of residents, and new drugs reducing severity while mortality had declined, keeping an epidemic at bay for now.
Mrisbane officials declare meningitis an infectious disease under the State Health Act. The Executive Council orders Raphael Cilento to draft regulations to control spread, including isolation of cabinets and patients and other precautionary actions modeled after infantile paralysis measures.
Brisbane correspondent reports Kuscratty Buoy's permission to supply valuables within Mer verton and Eachain. Lut WI Hook, a wharf labourer from Kidstepsvest, sustained a severe laceration to the right leg from a wharf hook, received ambulance aid, and was taken to the District Hospital. The Cairns Harbour Board notes pastures recovering with ample water, while postal rates for military and public postings rise next Monday.
Canberra reports that men aged 20 or 21 in 1940 must register in January and February as preparation for military training in the 1940-41 financial year. Regulations under the Defence Act authorize the move, with a revised form allowing registrants to select their preferred units for service.
Colin Collincoe, 41, of Edmonton, remained unconscious at Cairns Dintelet Hospital this morning after a severe head injury from a bicycle accident on the Edmonton Dordonvale highway near Jorsee Hows. Police and Cairns Ambulance attended the scene. X-ray will determine the exact head injuries.
Sydney dispatch reports the 18th Brigade soldiers from West Australia South Australia Tasmania and Queensland clashed at West Maitland last night amid interstate tensions. No serious injuries were reported as military pickets and police intervened to halt the fight and prevent disturbance near the aerodrome. Quarantine restrictions followed a meningitis case at Redbank, but the quarantine was lifted the previous night.
Prime Minister agreed to refer the miners to the Cabinet for higher wages shorter hours and stronger control of the industry after three hours of talks with union delegates. Union spokesmen said their demands were substantially conveyed and warned of action if promises were not kept.
An unclear report from Brabant details an injury incident involving a passenger when a machine brake damaged a propeller and wheel. Names and places are garbled. the piece references Queenland Avenue and a Thom vicinity, with stray mentions of people, dates, and a landing.
An afternoon event described as a Magitente Gis in which Appleatics and BB Genter are noted to have covered aarmareed jedgwent, with unclear details and fragmented wording.
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