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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 26, 1946

Page

6

Tone of Hope in UN Amid Germany Talks

The United Nations General Assembly shows cautious confidence in 1946. Britain faces reparations tension as Germany’s settlement looms. Australia relies on overseas credits while Canberra guards confidential Berlin reports.

General Assembly of the United Nations Apermisn Bevin M. Molotov Parie Germany Britain Empire Australia Wells Berlin Canberra

Tidal Wave Losses and Aid Across Affected Regions

Fragmented OCR shows discussion of tsunami impacts and relief efforts. Mentions Japan and multiple regions, with references to government action and large-scale aid programs. Specific names and places are garbled. core claim centers on wave damages and response.

Water shortage trouble at depot

Water supply problems at Munding and Sheet wailvary depot cause severe disruption. Officials report pump issues and a deeper well, with a limited supply of water expected until repairs restore normal service. Local committee notes ongoing concerns and urges conservation.

SNH

Meat Workers Claims Review Hearing Update

A court session reviewed meat workers claims with an employer's representative presenting arguments. The hearing considered the applicants and the employer groups as part of a labor dispute process and noted procedural steps.

No Number Plate Case Innisfail Tries Court

Innisfail December 24 Leslie Arinup Last appeared at the Court of Petty Sessions facing a charge related to a vehicle lacking a proper number plate. The defendant claimed a number plate line was present though the plate was not affixed. The magistrate imposed a fine of one pound with six days’ imprisonment in default.

Innisfail Leslie Arinup Draper-steeet Cairns Mansell Sam Anaiafai Leiter Ganon Romana Dan Mtr Mirnell van Donald Crom W.E- McReong Abe Jalrna Michael Joseph Bolt Enapetce Marinitor Crom Wat Thane Seealing Victor Thomas Manly Tod Henry Bradleey Bower Court of Pretty Sessions W. McKenna Frederick Jumes Drtentt Buba Tor M. Wr Oakes Banith David Notmen ‘Smitste LM. Mansell Francis John Stekes J. R. Gannon Xate Regal Moenger Sintstail Queen's Hotel Srk Geoom Sour Leigh Reese Ganson Thal oWar Ie Smith Agian Mansel Smith

Innisfail council backs away from Burrimine Beach line

At the December council meeting the Johnstone Shire Council noted the district reception officer’s letter about a departmental link to Burrimine Beach. The council decided there is no plan to proceed with erecting a telephone link to the Tosidence of Mt Graham, despite cost considerations and a proposal to connect Towneville.

Innisfail Johnstone Shire Lwell Towneville Fat Burrimine Beach Mt Grahem

Cattle Loss Near Innisfam Amid Bridge Shortage

Residents of Palmerston area report cattle losses due to no railing on the bridge over Wadda Creek and missing crossing at Bakers Creek. Meeting notes from Giwenuland Carrymen's Organisation urge installation of a suitable saltiae and call for investigation into the Bakers Creek crossing.

Innisfam Palmerston Ares Wadda Creek Baker's Creek Witich Ahine Enement Deidge Men- Einaval Bakers Creek

Shipping Movements Reported for Townsville Cairns and Brisbane

Shipping agency yesterday advised movements of ships en route to Townsville and completion of cargo from Sydney. Sugar loading for southern refiner due shortly. Vessels Brishant and Donduls loading general cargo at Brisbane bound for Cairns and Brisbane arrivals in January. Fava shipping at Brisbane scheduled for December 18.

Mills May Close Amid UK Unrest and Economic Talks

Fragmentary notice cites potential factory closure in Lancashire amid UK emergency measures. It references local editorials and a 28 January date with terse legal language, signaling imminent action and uncertain impact on workers and community.

Missing Child Tracked After Creek Crossing Incident

An Atherton child, aged 9, was last seen near Twing Street around 210 PM as an incident occurred while walking with a camping party from Gordenville. Tracks were followed for about two miles along a creek where the child entered and was carried by currents.

Fraser Coop Enair Emma Foe Sovarntie Smediey Gordenvile Machan

Local Sphere Fire, Mine, and Court Roundup

A small fire near Shields Street damaged little at a residence owned by Mrs. W Moffatt of Greenslopes after a refrigerator engine ignition. A beach incident involved Mr James Henry McDowell, with Lifesaving Club aids and a medical transport, but the person did not survive. Christmastime hospital visits and staff recognition occurred at the Calms District Hospital. Court activity included fines for motor vehicle offences and theft cases, with convictions and implications noted for several defendants.

Bhields-street Tueatay Anersoon Don Teynolds W. Moffatt Greenslopes

Golden Casket Market Update on Sumuer Cup List

The latest market note discusses the Sumuer Cup odds and shares horse race chatter from Brisbane. It mentions Lily Link and Bobet with several names including Marshall A, Morro, Robards, Dixon, and Pews in the context of entries and weights.

Sam Steton Samuu Sinxton Cea i Prince Erty Een Erdy Munro Lily Link Tim Masa Mecrsw Brisbane Marshall A Marshall Ie Ap. Tucked Benberda Murdoch J. Butt Err Link Robards Sheters J. Butters RL Dixon Care Pide Morrew Walker Staniey Brise Furmer Roeker Bane Shemeld George

Horse racing notes and selections from a busy meeting

Odds, results and opinions from major races. Foal Felicity and Temeraire feature among contenders with barriers, betting and potential showings in the Cup. Sweet Chime is tipped for the Mersey Stakes while stable stars aim for stronger rewards as December Stakes looms.

Fiexton Hak Mar Tila Mulley Temeraire Sweet Chime

Crowds Depart Sydney After Harried Christmas Shopping

Sydney crowds thinned after a frenzied pre Christmas shopping period with reports of peak traffic and sales. Officials estimate thousands left the city and surrounding areas as the Hewkebury River rocks drew attention, marking a quieter end to a busy week.

Sydney Bidney Newraslle

Bread price rise expected in Brisbane market

Early reports indicate bread costs will increase by about onepence per loaf in Brisbane. The move follows approval of a general price rise by the Bread Manufacturers Board, with bakers anticipating broader application nationwide. Officials cited market pressures and production costs as key factors driving the hike.

Brisbane Bebiy Mirafich Cairne Townguille Bewad K . Ehen Seid Morthers

Escaped Gunman Recaptured at Redbank Camp

Vietor John Travis a 20 year old gunman was recaptured at Redbank military camp back at 1 p.m. today. He and Grond Baggeroed were detained after two soldiers failed to recognize him. Travis resisted during transit to Ipswich police station making two additional escape attempts.

Brisbane Ipswich Travia Atcapa Patics

Attempt to disguise scarred escapee hunted after Brisbane camp incident

A confused report details Travis wih Derent Evans Artingall, a 9 month old murderer, and Arorut Frner Hathday, with a chaotic pursuit at a camp near Brisbane River. Private Hall observed a figure peering through a broken window from about 190 yards, while the fugitive fled toward the river and tried to shift identity to Johnem. The officer in charge, Lieutenant Rotkeere, warned of force if captured, as Travis allegedly claimed to be someone else and revealed ties to a farm off Monesty Road. The chase extended to Goewich and Petrin, with stops in Brisbane, Ipawich, and Retbank before vanishing into empty cases.

Travia Derent Evans Artingall Arorut Frner Hathday Bresher Garr Watts Yrar Vanidale Travis Hall Taro Igivo Hut Ariver'e Muspetona Liewt Sera Wien Brisbane Trayu Rotkeere Urutenant Rodgere Atee Mme Ewes Fieigers Bergeent A. Neden Gove Domineon Momesty Road Edbodls Neen Trevis Pete Penton Avinash Halliday Peddock Nudent College Roteute Prony Meeks Petrin Ipawich Goewich Torseck Mt Pewna

Car and Truck Collision Wounds Multiple Injuries

A motor car and truck collision injured several people including Mr James Farr of Lake, Lt Mote Kelly, and occupants of a Earle truck. Victims suffered lacerations, bruises, abrasions, shock, and arm injuries. ambulances transported them to hospital before most returned home.

Jobin Bart Martynistrest Laeutenant Mote Kelly F.earleruck hcLard-treet Alison Shew Orafon-strest Mina Betty Graften Street Graferstrest Wette Rewehend Lami Beethen

Egg Board Employees in Brisbane Face Reinstatement Debate

A garbled report details egg board workers in Brisbane pressing for reinstatement of dismissed staff amid a board meeting. Officers claim service terminations and stoppages, while unionists and managers clash over conference actions and notice dates.

Arbitration reforms urged to ease industrial disputes

A speaker named Mr. Chitey warned that defects in the arbitration system hinder dispute resolution between employers and workers. He urged constitutional changes for a flexible scheme, acknowledging progress but stressing patience as industrial tensions persist and reliance on arbitration risks harming those who ignore rules.

Telegraphic Fragment Reveals State Fire Stabilisation Debate

Fragmentary OCR text references a stabilisation scheme and responsibility shifting between authorities. It notes fire concerns, provincial limits, and government stance on relief, suggesting a tense debate over funding and oversight during a regional crisis. Names and precise locations are unreadable in the fragment.

Seine

Fragmented Deceptive Report From December Debacle

A garbled OCR style report describes a December financial controversy involving Jameson, a minister, and claims about misdirected funds and improper sales of property. It mentions war related costs, a government response, and urgent actions urged by authorities, but the text is severely distorted and hard to parse for precise names or dates.

Races to UATD Probable Biusre

Race card item notes probable entrants for races at CBHISBANK December eight. Names include Tih er, Cook, Bacratin, walle Pride W Chapple Everia N Stone Altes May N Heffernan Franc Gary Conquer Fait Jy F Cook ALDI root pit Three Year Old Maiden and Flying Handicap entries like Everton Pure Lagoon Conquest Warlock Nobleman Lady Emborough Rabin and others.

Cbhisbank Eng Gota Byron Sus T. Marbutt Pothinius À. Lawrence W. Byrne Periscope Cook Everton & Pure Lagoon Conquest Warlock D. Genn A. Tindall Lady Emborough Rabin Litte Miak K. Ronineets

Christmas Store Turnover in Brisbane Warns of Shortages

Reading from a fragmented Brisbane market report, retailers report growing Christmas turnover but warn of scarce goods. The piece notes price pressures, supplier delays, and likely shortages as the holiday season approaches, with workers cautious about inventory in the near term.

Bribane

Unclear headline from fragmented India London report

Fragmented OCR reads like a partial note about plague in India and London. The text is garbled and limits extraction of clear events, dates, or reliable entities. No coherent names, dates, or figures can be confirmed from the readable portions.

Drunken Escapade Alleged for Gaol

A ward of Radborough and two men at a gaol are accused of a drunken escape attempt. They allegedly struck at the gaol keeper, fled toward Briigne, and were recaptured after a pursuit that left one man disabled. The episode sparked claims of degraded behavior by the group.

Rad Wboence Ater Briigne Danie Danie Serbyed They Accumed Kin of Heir 1H |Scepes and’ Wurlea Te Tak Paulse Suclen Or Erie

Malaria Case Reported at Kewica

An unusual malaria case is reported at Kewica with limited readable details. The fragment mentions local health concerns and nearby area names, but essential facts are unclear in the OCR snippet.

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