21 Dec 1943
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1943
Page
1
Readable fragments show a flood of WANTED and WASTED notices seeking buyers for goods and services. Names, locations, and item hints mix with scattered auction and sale language. The page reflects a chaotic classified ad section with repeated calls to action and assorted product mentions across multiple entries.
A chaotic OCR of a 20th century Australian newspaper page lists auctions, wanted ads, and notices. Items include a dwelling sale, lost items, rewards, and rental inquiries. Names like SIMMONDS Auctioneer and Port appear amid scattered addresses and event dates in December.
Melbourne police charged a man with two counts of attempted murder and three counts of malicious wounding over a series of attacks on young women in the Albert Park St Kilda area. Victims include Belly Anne Adamson and Margaret Masin injured July 16, and another woman slashed with a sharp instrument on December 5.
The Atherton Club reported strong afternoon races with the Tewa troops performing well. The club secured land for a new track within a mile of Atherton, aiming to boost Easter race meetings and provide much needed facilities for the region's racing scene.
The readable portion references ALF volunteers in Sydney and comments on rejection of ALE applicants for transfer to the RAAF due to weaknesses in training. No clear events, dates, or names.
December 20 reports an important scientific effort increasing Queensland food production capacity. Prof. H Richards, chair of the State Committee, states wartime demand has shifted focus to primary industries.
Sydney reports a polished performance by Mayer and a disqualification in the sixth round amid boxing notes. New York charts reveal Joe Louis’ active year, while Australian gold shares and overseas tours draw investor attention. Tennis at Pictamatta School shows Australia leading the series with several singles and doubles matches detailed. US Army and Red Cross welfare events finalize, with golf and tennis to follow, highlighting cross-continental sports activity and financial markets.
At a Cairne Brann committee session in Melbourne the receipt and disbursement period July to November was presented. The ACE Committees showed total receipts of 281 pounds from subscriptions donations and various club activities. The report details boxing tournament proceeds 96 pounds 10 shillings and expenses totaling 388 pounds 8 shillings, with balances and allocations to events, raffles, and services for servicemen noted. highlights include Victory Show dances and support from local organizations.
Canberra dispatch details British rationing types and monthly points. It notes civilians still fed, with meat, margarine, tea, sugar, and other staples limited. explains points system, distribution, and aid to troops. Mentions public response and wartime generosity from Britain and the United States.
December 19 in Edinburgh High Court slowed an appeal by NG Napier on a Pauley Sheriff Court Order. Napier’s business including ranches faced closure for two years amid guilty findings on several charges of welling and perampulgiory. Justice substituted a clonure fee of 13000 with a three month imprisonment.
Algiers broadcasts quote a war bulletin citing German offensives against Yugoslav forces near Zabren and Creolle. German troops allegedly withdrew to Benlaluka outskirts while Allied units countered along the Pat river area. Bangaluka, a river town of about 28,000, lies near key fronts.
Reports from United States submarines claim eight enemy vessels sunk in the Pacific and Far East waters. The targets include two large tankers, several medium freighters, and a small freighter, with details issued by military officials.
Melbourne authorities push a December move to stamp out the black market betting. Police argue a crackdown is the only path, while a trainery association faction doubts the plan. Mentone committee members weigh in on the contentious measure.
Local notes praise the royal pantomime "Aladdin" for its lively performances. Princess Elis and Prince Elizabeth share stage duties with clever tap routines. The audience joined in chorus as Princess introduces a comic sequence and a band led by Herve Guard supplied the music.
Washington December 19 a coded order directs restraint on leaking war information. Roosevelt and war secretaries issue a memorandum demanding full security and prepublication review to prevent disclosures. The note urges departments to act decisively to avoid further harm and maintain public trust.
The piece notes Japanese worry over Allied air power and rapid moves in the Pacific theatre. It cites British and American maneuvers, the strategic value of Rabaul and New Britain, and the challenge of jungle terrain hindering advance toward eastern New Guinea and Cape Merke.
The Stockholm Oslo exchanges reveal Sweden cannot bow to Germany over deportations and warns of possible retaliatory strains in Nordic relations. Ribbentrop’s December remarks prompt protests while Sweden and Norway seek to avoid escalation and protect students.
Fragmentary text reports the death of Sir Cherus Hy, a newspaper proprietor. Mentions a London post and a proposed company formation. References a purchase price but details are unclear.
Fragmentary OCR text yields a puzzled headline about a discovery involving children and a Dougie game. Mentions Sheldon and a novelty or device called Discovery. Readable facts are minimal. no clear event, date, or organization given.
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