26 Dec 1951
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 26, 1951
Page
1
London broadcasts report King George VI stating the chief blessing is that Britons are friendly people. He cites tolerance within the Commonwealth and wishes listeners a Happy Christmas. He notes hard times but emphasizes blessings of home and family gathering. He thanks doctors and nurses for his recovery and the value of friends’ support.
Fragmented letters describe personal recovery aided by prayers and support from family and community amid illness. The writer mentions gratitude for kindness, resilience through hardship, and appreciation for care from relatives and friends.
President Truman's Christmas message from Independence Missouri emphasizes a spirit of peace amid world war. He speaks of faith and unity, recalling wartime trials and the hope that a new era of peace can become a positive reality through steadfast action and resolve.
Fragmentary text describes an attack on a water facility attributed to Egyptian guerrillas. The garbled notes mention pipes, faucets, and town disruption and reference a continuing incident with unclear timing and locations.
The readable text shows a chaotic mix of names, numbers, and places with no clear event or outcome. Key entities are unclear, dates are fragmented, and no coherent narrative or verdict emerges from the snippet provided.
A fragmentary report notes Christmas observances in China with restrictions and state involvement. It mentions workers on duty, celebrations arranged by authorities, and the Communist official aim to control religious displays during the season.
The United States government protests Hungary over four American airmen detained after a court trial. Washington reports the men faced fines for overflight in Hungarian territory and an embassy inquiry followed by a diplomatic note to Budapest. The incident prompted U S government consultations with Moscow and formal protests to Hungary as officials seek clearance and release.
Report from Tehran describes Persian troops deployed to quell unrest as deputies and editors confront authorities. Rioters taunted police near government buildings while clashes and cordoned streets disrupted a tense political scene.
A partial and unclear notice reports ten deaths across Astoria with sparse details. The fragment mentions a missing item and a Thursday reference, but lacks full context or ages. Further information is not provided in the readable text.
The West Indies defeated Australia outright in the Third Test ending at 3.50 pm South Australia time with six wickets intact in their second innings. Worrell and Weekes put the total to 141 before both fell, Gomez and Christiani then steadied the innings as the team chased 233 to win.
The report details a deadly blaze that swept a Christmas display causing widespread panic. It describes the rapid spread of fire, the ensuing chaos, and the collapse of safety as authorities worked to evacuate and rescue bystanders. The incident ended with numerous fatalities and injuries, prompting official response and investigations.
Australia pushes for control as Valentine holds firm with 48 and Miller adds quick runs to reach 200. Burke falls early amid tense moments with Lindwall, Johnston and others contributing, while a political note from Melbourne mentions Mr Short losing a position in the Federated Unions conference.
NSW authorities report 18 injured and two fatalities in crashes from Saturday to Christmas Day. A cyclist and drivers died in two separate accidents on Christmas Eve. Brisbane saw the quietest period with one accident. a Brisbane man suffered facial injuries and broken ribs in a car collision at Herston. Police noted three injuries in incidents on Monday.
Work on the Mackay waterfront halted after watersiders walkout amid a dispute with Commonwealth Stevedoring Industry Board rules. Workers demanded overtime pay and hot meals, with raw sugar handling paused and a resumed shift planned for Thursday morning.
Roy Der and two others escaped injury when a car left Poritie Highway and stopped after sliding 21 feet down a steep verge near Murwillumbah. Police traced the vehicle to the edge and recovered it without overturning.
Fragmentary notes recall J. McPhillipe denying involvement in a Communist acting sse play. The report mentions a conference, a denied claim, and a tense exchange about a page and a paper. Strong entities are McPhillipe and Lif ar Medietioe Frese Yuraiean Uris Mase.
Thirty five young English apprentice seamen from the overseas vessel Rakais, at No 1 wharf Cairns, strolled Cairns streets singing Christmas carols. The crew, in uniform, drew crowds as Father Christmas greeted children and thanked Cairns residents for their hospitality.
The article describes a festive Christmas aboard a ship with a siren and family-style meals for passengers. It notes crowds enjoying services and street scenes with people like Mrs Barrow observing Cairns weather and local district activity.
Dee York reports a dramatic Rose to Davie Cup Ingles lineup ahead of a three day Bee meet featuring Bunromder Traberitor and Sedemen. The piece notes world park regan and Australian and Americas camp dynamics with focus on the DOTA service and Southpaw aims.
A fragmented report describes a guarded scene near a Jerusalem gate during a procession. The text mentions crowds, a neon or ceremonial element, and an effigy connected to a distant conflict, but details are unclear due to OCR errors.
An oblique report notes a royal holiday event with British figures gathered at vibrant venues. Princesses and princes attend receptions and public rituals amid a festive season scene with multiple noble participants.
Copper and zinc outputs and refined metal shipments are reported for the first quarter of 1883. The text notes Australia and New Zealand production levels and mentions international trade activity, with reference to copper and zinc tonnage, primary copper, and related markets in Britain and other regions.
Fragmented text mentions doubles, Thunder fan Friday, captains, America, and teams like Australia and Germany. Points to a vague athletics or cricket style recap with unclear names and outcomes. No clear event dates, scores, or definite participants are readable.
Eight people received promotions at the Pot at We event. Names are not fully legible but the ceremony recognized employees for service and performance.
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