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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1950
Page
6
Fragmented recounting of heated historical animus toward Chinese and Japanese during and after wartime periods. References to open door policy, anti Chinese sentiment, and allied wartime narratives. Mentions Western powers, Taiwan, and Allied efforts against Japan with a focus on propaganda and ethnic tensions.
Local fragmentary text from Cairns Post Office prompts inquiry into service disruption. Shaky handwriting and partial phrases indicate a likely memo or notice, but essential details are unreadable. Officials have not released a full statement.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a planned hydroelectric project at Tully Falls with references to wartime work, purchases, and local contractors. The text is garbled, mentioning energy production goals, equipment procurement, and possible construction steps but lacks clear dates, entities, or outcomes.
A fragmentary notice records the appointment of a chief stipendary magistrate. The readable text mentions an official role, a court, and notes about the confirmation, with limited legible names and dates.
Fragmentary OCR text references Belgium and horse flesh in a tournament context. Names appear garbled with scattered phrases about claims or feats and possible mention of a Moses figure. Overall the readable bits suggest a confused sports or event snippet with no clear date, team, or outcome.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss restrictions on a mullet policy. Names, dates, and places are unclear but reference a board or authority and potential igures discussing enforcement and exceptions. The fragmentary text lacks coherent facts to produce a full summary.
A memorial notice honors Peter Nielsen and lists surviving family members and relations. The piece mentions funeral arrangements and expresses condolences, with a tone of tribute and community support for those affected by the loss.
The body of orchid hunter and Cana Orchid Society member George Nix was found on the Bamboo mountains near Ingham after a fall while orchid searching. He was a longtime teacher and archiving importer for the society, remembered as a kind, capable leader who helped stage shows and recruit new orchids. He is survived by a widow and five children. a funeral and notices followed.
Heavy rains flooded Kuranda Granite Creek Mareeba and Barron River sections disrupting rail and road links in the far north. Bridges at Collins' and Kuranda remained underwater, with river depth near 20 feet and 10 feet over Kuranda bridge. rail services blocked at Gordonvale Babinds Tully until water receded by morning.
Railway Department introduces daylight running on Cairns Range to guard against landslides after heavy rain. Services between Redcliffe and Kuranda disrupted, Tableland routes continued. Barron River at Kulara five feet over rails, rail motor Atherton to Milaa Milaa cancelled. Loclock Bridge flooded, possible resumption today. Mt Malloy line under water, special trains canceled. Water over lines near Nubety to Wonga, Ravenshoe delayed by 90 minutes. Einasleigh River above rail near Linel eigh, rising last night. Almaden to Forsayth rail motor stopped at Mt Surprise for the night. Widespread washouts affecting lines. some repair expected soon. Cargo delays on Chowilla line. washouts not serious. Welsh River near Mt Mulligan two feet over rails, flood waters receding. Farmers report cane supply increases and burnouts. weekend outlook uncertain amid continuing rain. Weather hampers harvests. authorities warn of ongoing risks and potential further disruptions.
Rain and flood activity across AAREEBA Kuranda and surrounding cane districts caused river levels to surge, roads and bridges affected, and cane trucks and trains delayed. Heavy rainfall continued, with Mareete and Barron River levels rising and traffic disrupted by washouts and seepage along the Bruce Highway corridor.
River overflow and heavy rains disrupted the Gillies Highway causing surface damage and slow travel. Floodwaters rushed along the Little Mulgrave River, with motorists delayed as the road softened and channels formed. Officials reported rivers found and measures underway to restore passable conditions.
Fragmented text notes Binburra to be laid up due to crew shortage. Mentions belated sailing, port conditions, and northern port impact with references to Innisfail and a December 31 date. Details are unclear and partially garbled.
Readings describe the Local Sphere Band annual event with plans and details. The report also covers weather data and temperature readings across multiple towns with forecasts and past measurements.
The State Industrial Commission approved wage increases and training schemes affecting adult female workers and apprentices. The document notes a 20 percent rise for sales staff and ongoing consideration of broader industrial adjustments, with implications for employment terms and employer practices.
Two masked men armed with revolvers held up the Buranda railway station station mistress Mrs Mars Mane Jones badly shocked. Police searched the Brissage area after the 7 pm incident as officers raced to the scene. The station mistress spent the night with her daughter in Holland Park.
London reports that Chancellor of the Exchequer Mr Gaitskell said the Institute of Export noted a trade surplus in 1530 that had not been seen in four centuries. He added Britain must continue a pay-as-we-go policy amid ongoing rearmament.
Federal and state ministers seek to safeguard Herberton tin industry as concerns rise over closing of the buying office. Talks in Canberra and Brisbane discuss measures to support production and sales of concentrates amid falling prospecting and potential further output cuts. Local officials advocate potential sales arrangements to keep Herberton’s buying and processing capacity alive.
Melbourne December reports Compton’s fitness in doubt for the second test against Australia. Auckland, Sydney, and Melbourne clubs are treading carefully as the selection for England’s team is discussed. The likely replacement options include Brown, Simpson, Evans, Bedoer, and other players, with Archer and Burke under consideration for future tests.
The Normanton inquest heard how a woman died from injuries after a motor accident near the base hospital. Chief testimony described the death as accidental with police investigations and statements from the coroner, medical superintendent, and witnesses including the driver’s wife.
Ministers announce support for uranium prospecting in Queensland. Ore Producers Association and the Department of National Development plan to distribute Geiger counters to centres at Charters Towers Rockhampton and others. Aimed at sampling pitchblende ores and aiding detection of tiny ore grains, with sample descriptions and training provided.
December rains have begun shaping the cycle patterns indicating a coming wet season. Authorities note the hostel at Coottown shows a notable rise in activity around 170 and the period’s heavy weather tests align with the university’s new cyclone detection methods at Brisbane.
Rev F Walton, rector of St Andrew's Chute of England since 1907, died early today. Widely known in Australia for religious education, he raised funds for church improvements by outdoor citywide efforts with support from distant towns like Grafton. He sang in church choirs and contributed to education from 1900 to 1947.
Fragmentary text describes an Alaska incident with power or communications disruption described as a blackout in Anchorage and surrounding areas. Details are garbled but indicate a broad regional outage affecting multiple sectors and prompting official attention.
An Order in Council details land reservations along the North Coast railway between Ram Jeli and Warrmulien. About 45,800 acres across Eulerbeck Gitst born and Meings are set aside as state forest with trees and roads to be managed. The measure funds timber construction and road work, with a budget around £3,330 to borrow for the scheme, and outlines future grants and executive approvals by government bodies.
In a Polite Court proceeding, a woman used a broom handle during a disturbance at a dwelling. Sergeant Wea testified about the leek last night and the commotion.
The report describes a man involved in a chaotic sequence of events during an escape. It mentions searches, treatment at an institute, and suspicions about injuries. It notes authorities’ actions across multiple locations and a focus on confinement in four buildings.
Des Ti Tiste Ellce Venlaesarasanta and G Ee Aguas promoted to sergeant. The ceremony noted new title as COD Sul Reem (CTR. Brabane) with officers listed from precinct 2 and company 1.
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