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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1950
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR notes reference an atomic or science race and state during a period with scattered names and places such as South Carolina Salem and Sandia. The readable portions hint at manufacturing or technical topics but lack coherent events or outcomes.
Fragmentary note from a wartime report references casualties in Korea. It mentions a date near November and cites numbers and locations in terse terms. The readable bits indicate a summary of losses and individuals tied to a wider conflict report.
The Gardiner advises a method for storing gladiolus corms after harvest. Cut flower tops to two or three leaves, leave remaining leaves for energy, lift corms after five to six weeks in dry weather, and air-dry before packing. Discusses decay, pest threats, and mentions rising transit costs and pest controls while noting broader wartime effects on agriculture and rail fares.
Hambledon Cane Past and Diseases Board met with chair M Mackillar and members to review cane crops health in 1949 remaining generally sound despite downy disease and leaf scald outbreaks in variety 34 at Freshwater. Rat damage rose later in the 1950 crushing season while wireworms and trevbach grubs incited control measures including benzene chlorides and Sengene hexachloride tests on multiple farms.
The board decided to relinquish the purchase of the insecticide for growers in 1951 and onward, citing increased usage prospects and difficulties in France and secretarial work. Growers must arrange their own purchases while the decision was announced in December. Revenue and production figures for November 1950 are reported, including milk processed and goods consignments. The fragment lists numerous local names and holiday visits, noting engagements and travel plans of residents.
Fragmented text from a Sydney report on wartime declarations with unclear phrases and names. The piece references Australia’s stance and international obligations, mentioning naval and military concerns, but many lines are garbled and unreadable.
A historical note proposes cost cuts in mail delivery by using plain unsealed window envelopes so towns and firms could reuse envelopes. The idea, tested during wartime, suggests firms mail their own bills if not sealed. Potential savings depend on universal adoption by business houses and careful handling.
The Commonwealth reports plans for caravan ports with water and power, while Brisbane faces a beer shortage around Christmas. Supply issues stem from an overestimated 10 percent quota twist, sparking rumors of a lucrative black market as bottles reach high prices for festive tables.
Report from Hong Kong on December 21 says Dr Li Shing-wan and another prominent Chinese Christian leader were arrested in Canton amid public demands. The semi official Namngyatpo quoted police as saying the action targets a major American imperial influence.
The doctor explains sea sickness and possible remedies during voyages to New Zealand over Christmas holidays. He notes variability in susceptibility, cites motion, odors, and emotions as factors, and mentions anti motion-sickness drugs including an Australian option. He advises caution with meals and hydration and promises more tips on the journey.
Crowds totaling over a quarter million praised British television at the Berlin Trade Fair as the standout exhibit. The display featured a TEV studio with cameras and transmission gear, projecting programmes from Theatre to Battery at Television Avenue inside the British Pavilion. Jointly organized by the British Radio Industry Council, the British Radio Equipment Manufacturers Association, and personnel from the BBC.
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