26 Dec 1950
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 26, 1950
Page
1
TORIO Dec 25 reports that all U.N. troops have been withdrawn from Hungnam after a tactical retreat. General MacArthur communications note that the Tenth Army evacuated Hungnam by 2.36, marking the end of the operation.
Reports from London and Brisbane describe a new sugar price arrangement. Australia’s Queensland plan would ship 600,000 tons to Britain annually from 1953, with growers hopeful though cautious about market impacts. Premier Beales and officials discuss broader implications for supplying countries.
In Sydney on December 25 a large blaze killed one man and left others feared dead. Police and more than 100 firemen battled flames at the warehouse of New Zee Ant ware, with a first class constable reporting smoke and dangerous heat. Firewatchers and ambulance personnel stood by as firefighters attempted entry through shattered windows amid intense flames.
A Foggy cable report from London indicates British policy makers discuss Empire sugar prices amid a pending review at year end. Spokesman Frodu cites potential 2/19 increases and a three year Empire Sugar Agreement extending to 1955, with Weod weighing premature rejection and industry impact.
Mr McHride outlined pay increases intended where possible for Citizen Forces, while excluding some consolidated pay recipients. The plan includes daily allowances for unmarried members, with active duty and cadet pay adjustments and weekly stipends for specific roles. Further attention was noted to adjust rates for certain categories of recruits and cadets.
The fragment notes an official opening and mentions programmes for mbes evecia who was originally invited to compete. It states she intends to start in the 1 yards, and 100, 220 and ne.
Melbourne held a charity cricket match on December 25 raising funds for Queen Victoria Hospital. Bill O'Reilly top-scored with 41 in 18 minutes, while O Reilly claimed three wickets for 29 runs. Empire Writers posted 252 to Ponsford’s XI 184, with £405 raised by racing owner Ossie Porter’s £1 per run.
King’s Christmas Message urges a historic choice for humanity. In a London broadcast, the king cautions the world must choose between two creeds: love and creation versus hatred and destruction, as humanity enters a new half century. He calls for resolve not to hate and to build.
A fragmentary historical notice reflects on collective struggle and perseverance, invoking a collective race and training, the mother court and kindred actions, and the enduring inheritance of countless men and women who labored for the common good. It likens resilience to a reef resisting time and fortune.
Queensland players dominate as Noblet faces cautious bowling from Grout and Johnson. Key dismissals include Harvey, Jack Chapman, and Langley while McCool and Dansie contribute breakthroughs. Sundries noted, with Noblet remaining not out as the innings progresses.
Det 4 AAP Lieut General Walton H. Walker was killed in a road accident near Seoul, Korea. The casualty report notes the general’s rank and role, with limited readable details on circumstances.
The Pope urges barriers to be opened and fences lowered to enable movement for religious liberty across the Iron Curtain. He warns faithful suffering in Christ’s name and calls for mercy as Catholics face continued restrictions and danger in their regions.
The pope kneels in prayer at St Peter's Basilica and seals the Holy Door with mortar and a gold trowel during Jubilee rites. Bricks and holy water are used as workers prepare to complete the sealing. the door will reopen in 1975.
In the Second Test at Melbourne England faced a setback as Geoffrey Hutton was dismissed in a controversial fashion. Merton, previously in Brisbane, dominated earlier but fell as Don Tallon and Ivernon appealed for a touch. The English camp offered no criticism of the umpire, though Hutton appeared upset by the decision.
A chaotic day saw England’s bowlers derail Australia with tenacious pace and sharp catching. Iverson and Johnston anchored early resistance before Evans and Lindwall tightened, yielding a stumps total marked by Evans’s leg sweep and a late sequence of wickets. Crowds numbered around six hundred as England closed with the visitors struggling at 58 for 2 after 25 minutes remaining in the day.
A South American crash leaves Seventern and several others dead. Report mentions victims and investigators in Brazil with details sparse.
Disconnected fragments reference leaders Khaw Timerame and mpl, calls for mobilization, world order concerns, and national programs. Mentions United States engagement, defense, and political rhetoric with unclear specifics, indicating a period of strategic planning and upheaval.
Boxing ratings for the year list Jake Lamotta as the champion with Ray Robe and French contender details noted. Experts weigh Lamotta versus Sand or Charlee and discuss worldwide rankings, with Protections and Towers among top welterweights and light heavies in a Reuters context.
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