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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 30, 1947

Page

5

A GRAND SYSTEM Debate on State and Private Enterprise

The piece argues over the balance between state ownership and private enterprise, stating the modern economy blends both sectors. It notes that socialist economies exist alongside private markets and warns that excessive state control could harm individual initiative and free labor. The author cites Australia and other democracies as examples and reflects on political shifts after a Labour platform alignment.

partHentarlein Australia Junie

Entered Houses and Stole Property In Stolen Goods Case

In a Police Court session Mr WE McKenna prosecuted a case of burglary and theft. The accused admitted taking items including necklaces bracelets rings and a watch valued at substantial sums. Evidence showed the items were found with the defendant at a hotel and later identified by the complainants. Police officers testified to the recovery and identification of the jewelry and the suspect’s admission. The court adjourned to consider the evidence gathered.

Vita Famteny McMenamin Nes Tieseribar Lester Anc Mra Bas Jeninina Shere Garters Ap Deere Jean Teo Sethe Stonerty Phyllis Kalle Jenkine Sheerom Serim Piainsclother Smith Peaine Cama Teste Nan Sy Bresem Ag Ana Constable Smith Sorlivveine Winietes Owen Wilton Met Sydney

Social Night Recap and Local Talent Fundraiser

A fragmented report covers a community social night featuring local talent and fundraising efforts. Mentions of performers, group names, and a sequence of event timing are noted, with references to venues and money raised.

Comet Leads to Brisbane Arrest in River Flight Case

In Brisbane on December 13 a man named Grahame faced charges of attempted killing and breaking and entering after a chase near Hawthorne ferry. Witnesses described a confrontation with gunfire as Grahame fled, tossing a bag and grenade into the river before diving in and later pleading not guilty. He was remanded for trial while another man, Thomas Granshaw, provided testimony. investigators recovered a haversack and bag from the river.

Brisbane Rome Grahame Graham Polles Guidbraneen Hawthorne Felica Tim

Shipping Movements Along SORTE Gubereland Coast

The report details January nautical activity with ships loading general cargo and timber along the SORTE Gubereland coast. Vessels travel from New Zealand, England, and Australia via Bombay, Cochin, and Cairns toward Calroy and Whoredeyteland, with arrivals and departures noted around January 7 to 18 and future loading of timber, sugar, and ore.

Tideweter Trim New Zealand Minee Tor Pranra Enger England Bombay Cochin Mulbsorne Bydne Calima Oniddle Jaguary Wilohate Moni AllaEe Swear Adelaide Mernoo Melbourne Brisbane Meckay Townsville Dus St Calroy Dandalesr Ailetaide Byorémsan Sencasin Cairae

Mareeba Resident Die By Neurological Cause

An inquest into the Mareeba death of Herbert Molloy found the cause to be neurological. The deceased, aged 3, was returning home when he collapsed after play. Survived by adult family in Mareeba, the report notes a peaceful scene with community Christmas activities and local weather forecasts following the event.

Mareeba Bom Er Sd Mestames Fisher W. Blaney Rene San Fifvy Britta Minvania Tre Ginecor Wight Johneton Matthew Ramesy Charles Sater Harvey Victoria Johnson Beneess Gomace Y Mosiaek Hassett Loxton Gil Dotnatan i Hareey Jobnaiés Chee Pauleon Owser Feton Paulo Frienna Irma Jenna Barnes U Einkld

Export of Grain Sorghum Debate in Brisbane

In Brisbane on December 2, Mr A W Faren leader of the Federal Country Party urged the government to decide now if grain sorghum and maize should be exportable. He cited uncertain bark and fill policies and warned of party weakness amid rising prices and potential for increased plantings if exports are allowed. He estimated the commerce and agriculture department’s output around £4 million and urged advance guidance for growers.

Brisbane Federal Country Party A.W Faren Cork Snd Agriculture Department Padden Mev Xeon Mr. A A Maadiog Mitek Australie Queensland Gueeneland Lana Terior Moraingién Sles CITA Archer

Australian skiff protest dismissed after boat rule breach

The committee dismissed appeals from Skiff Captain Bribbane and Morita over disqualification in the Australian championship. The New South Wales team protested fixed gunwales and altered washboard. Officials said no notification of structural changes was given as required by the rules.

Bribbane Morita Queensland Agaliet New South Wales Quessstead Wee 2Foot Ski Council

Weexsland Edge Avelaide in Tumbling Twenty Over Play

In a tense match Sydney bound Weexsland and Avelaide clashed as McCo0 faced illness back home. Carrigan Mackay and Tallon contributed quick runs but Noblet's bowling kept the score tight, leaving the innings at eight for 180 before final dismissals.

Tallon Ty McCool Noblet Frather McCool Yhen Barmer Tal Oye

Woman battered to death in Sydney hotel bedroom

A woman was found battered to death in a hotel bedroom in Sydney. Police are investigating the case, treating it as a potential homicide. No further details on suspects or motive were released.

Sydney

Murder charge from battered wife found in trunk

A woman, Mrs Sturrock, was found dead in a bedroom with severe injuries. Police traced the crime to a barge of a trunk moved by a man and a nursemaid. Another man linked to the case was detained for questioning at the Central Police Station.

Pollce Howe Radiern Suratite Wes Tanen Mie Eturrock

Cairns Family Talks to America

The Cairns family discusses an American message as Mrs. Carman describes a week of events. Mr and Mrs. Carman, residents of Westinapouke, provide details about a call, a crane operator, and a mechanic who helped after a fire. The exchange mentions Atlanta and Georgia connections, with references to Army headquarters and a postwar revival effort.

Andy Tad Joan Ant Bee Rome de Carman Garman McDonough Alysors Atienta Westinapouke Ware Angip Heny Atlania Trey Atlanta Grormia Carman Tall Pere Moet Helptul Mr. Ate Sarma Ma McDonnuah Joen Carmen Mae Sugiucerm UK Army Cairne

Unclear cricket score glimpses with Brown and Young partnership

Fragmented report shows Brown and Young forming a 37 run stand before Young edged a delivery to the keeper, a legside shot by Brown, a dropped chance by Langley, and Dollery as Brown’s partner. Watts and Noblet claim wickets as the innings winds, South Australia under pressure chasing the target.

Brown Newicneis YoUng Watte Nobiet Futhou Langley Dollery Brwn Seus South

Unclear line broke innings in tense cricket match

A fragmented report describes a cricket innings where Brown and Archer faced Tallon while crowd confusion arose. Be and Bren were mentioned amid a tense late game, with Be spated Namur Wicket Bot Bruen and Hovaoubt. The match concluded in the final over.

Nelaea Namur Bruen

Brisbane Mayor Warns On Council Budget and Works Plan

Lord Mayor Ala Chandler criticizes council's financial handling and project output amid calls for continuity in works and services. The discussion touches on budget figures, planning delays, and political friction within Brisbane's city government.

Brisbane Chandler Raymer Jommon A. Young Noblat Watts Dollery Nobel ANC

Price Fixing Obstacle in Building Costs Cited

The Builders' and Allied Trades Association leader Mr J Atkinson warned cost estimates rise due to a shorter 40 hour week and argued a maximum price plan would not be workable. He noted government limits would hinder small builders and that labour factors must be secured before enforcing price controls.

Melbouree Builders’ and Allied Trades Association J. Atkinson Flo

Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Treks Toward End

In the Sydney Hobart race, the guemslant utter Sex Tang and the Saunders cutter Sauiilue were forced to withdraw after a thin morning stage. Both yachts reached Eden shortly before noon. The Naptilie We retire from the Event, while The Rew Tang, owned by Mr Dong Tirnusa, led from a southerly course toward Giaho Talend as the day progressed.

Byuney Des Rew Tang Dong Tirnusa Weil Heer Moma Brat Gah Tot Mt RR Hamilton

Christmas shopping roars as demand outpaces supply

Amid postwar scarcity shoppers flocked to Cairnx district retailers with the Cairnx Retailers Association predicting the heaviest Christmas season since the war. President C Silimke noted high demand for clothing and gifts, while supply remained tight and prices high, reflecting ongoing inflation and limited production.

Christen Cairnx Indistrict Retailers Association C. Silimke Cara J Chrise Sullmen

Salvation Army Leader Dead

An obituary note reports the death of a Salvation Army leader. Details are sparse in the fragment, but the organization and the date or location are not clearly specified.

Salvation Army

Unclear scribbles outline farming and industry notes

Fragmented text discusses cane farming, production, and labor issues with many garbled phrases. Key names, dates, or places are unreadable. the piece lacks coherent events or outcomes to summarize.

Alleged Pilfering At Eagle Farm

A report from Brisbane details alleged pilfering by staff at Eagle Farm. An unnamed employee stands accused of taking money and drinks without payment amid ongoing negotiations and arbitration references involving Tasmanian and public service officials.

Eagle Farm Brirbane Alleastions Tas Omptonene Bette Sian Packer Unian Sak Uin Unisary Garraway TAA Carrigan Gledhill T.A.A Ton Sanden Gilfarnt

Tumgod country land lease options amid mining talks

The article notes a large capital investment and ore prospects near Cromland with a lease by Crosland and partners. It discusses open cut mining, season delays, and a one year lease option for local residents including the Coulend, Ne family, Paddy Ried, Vince Pollard, and Bill Louden amid a 0 vote tally.

Cromland Tumgod Sud Road Ate Lem Crosland Creailend Sini Ata Geloget Coulend Paddy Mery Vince Pollard Bill Louden

Victoria Fights Back In Test See

Victorian batsman Mauleman again starred as New South Wales led by 14 runs in the 19th minute of play. Norse brilliance and keen fielding from Ostrec and Hasel shaped the innings while Welch and Miller contributed with key receptions and tight bowling. The Mauleman Hasel partnership added 10 in 19 minutes to help set the tone for the day.

Melbo Dee Lindauy Ramet Ken’ Mauleman New South Wales Miller Waler Mauleman-Hasel

Missing Owner Sought in Heron Island Case

Zebras of Heron Island area report a missing owner after a plaza disturbance. Police and Zoomatre Searches coordinate with local reef wardens to locate the owner and determine cause of disappearance. Detectives request information from residents near the marina.

Bowling Sydney Dec 22 report on Ron Saggers

A brief bowling item from Sydney dated December 22 notes Ron Saggers as chewen at the New Quwnuit Wy hwelfih man.

Sydney Ron Saggers Chewen

Fragmented OCR: unclear text from page

The readable text is sparse and unreadable, with phrases cut off and no coherent story or identifiable names. Cannot determine events, dates, or entities from the fragment.

Soviet Ambassador Tehran Note on Wedding Announcement

The Soviet ambassador reports in Tehran about a film showing and wedding news involving Bethlehem, noting December 26 as a key date. The piece mentions officials from Moscow and a Bethlehem connection, with references to Proteome Bliss and family events during a tense diplomatic moment.

Tehran Mor Beth M. Rad Moscow

Shortage of pig feed hits Queensland farms in 1884

Amid reports from Brisbane and Queensland districts, shortages in pig feed reduce pork supplies and threaten production. Weather and taxation pressures disrupt livestock keeping, with estimates of rising costs and strained herds across northern and coastal areas.

Sharp Rise in Temperatures Forecast in Brisbane

A Brisbane weather note reports a sharp rise in temperatures over the past few days with expectations of worsening conditions. The forecast highlights a heat period and advises caution for outdoor activities and heat exposure.

Brisbane

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