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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Feb 11, 1954

Page

5

Tariff Board faces new members amid busy inquiry pace

A Government Tariff Board reshuffle adds three new members to handle parallel inquiries. The chairman, ALT StoParrhy, will not supervise all divisions, as evidence is heard in multiple cities. The board anticipates competition and expanding markets while balancing protections for Australian industries against foreign rivals.

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Bereavement Notice From Peau Acceu Family

A somber bereavement notice notes the passing of a family member referenced by Peau Acceu. Details remain sparse in the fragment, with expressions of sympathy and a forthcoming obituary arrangement.

Local records show irregular Cane production figures

A garbled OCR passage cites cane and toea production totals and mentions individuals and place names like Palm and Sanders. It references quantities such as 12383 ons and 947 pounds, with scattered names and locations, but the text is fragmented and uncertain.

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Foreshore Reclamation Delays and Harbor Accidents

Dysfunctional notes describe toe reclamation near Strand Hotel advancing to the harbour, with tearful accounts of a crane mishap on First Street and injuries from falling materials. The report lists workers, medical responders, and hospital transfers amid a chaotic day along Cairns streets and wharf areas.

Femi Srs He ‘Strand Hotel L. Elud Besrlomattal Ava

Weather Review and Odd Forecast Phrase appears

A garbled OCR style weather note mentions dates and places with uncertain values. It references temperatures, wind, rain chances, and a ceremonial or seasonal tone. Names and terms are fragmented, but imply a late winter or early spring weather discussion with irregular phrasing.

Dreier Pamed Away Pes 11 You Are Always Dear

Fragmentary OCR note appears to quote a line about being always dear, with unclear context and missing details on person, date, or event. No verifiable names or places beyond generic terms.

Dreier

Prison Remissions Promised Amid Queen's Visit Plans

Reports detail talk of royal remissions for prisoners as Queen and Duke visit. Mentions conditions for early release, age and sentence length, plus special allowances for life sentences and indeterminate terms. Notes of ceremonial gatherings, including guards and public interest in the coronation era.

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Fragmented sea voyage notices drift overcoated city schedule

The readable text lists numerous maritime movements with ships due Cairns Fremantle and Sydney and arrivals around February including cargoes cement and timber. It references routes to Mackay Townsville Port Moresby and the United Kingdom with dates in February and March. The fragmentary OCR depicts a chaotic transport update with multiple vessels and destinations.

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Mulgrave Archway Plans and Community Involvement

A subcommittee considers a new archway at Mulgrave to honor Queen and a farewell message. They propose to leave the architec’s area to the local Moe and epoca, study Basmen data, and discuss a plan for 12000 linear feet of bane wen purchased. Volunteers would fund the construction.

Eliee Tte Sivy Council Randa Architeets Moe Epoca Sugseson Cctya Basmen Tata Bane Wen

Disjointed Report From Cairo Manager on Departure Plans

Fragmentary account notes Cairo manager Prihe Adriaide Shramanip Co. Meas remarks about disembarking passengers and return schedules. Mentions Northern return and holiday styles, with random names such as Mr Mazite Trost and G. Weir present at a meeting.

Une Cairos Prihe Adriaide Shramanip Duthil Dutfield Uae Hallanys Manunda Sringme General Caren Rosea Lamb Fmistion Aternoon

Prolonged Lightship Stay Near Torres Strait Report

Partial transcription notes a prolonged lightship stay near Torres Strait with references to plan and government action. Mentions Carpentari coast location, lighthouses, and overhaul decisions. Vague details about lights and vessels suggest coastal navigation duties and authority delays.

Ighiahiy “Garpentari Peck Torres Strait Cairns Thia Clesaing TeDoire Townsville Ifr Colma Marsals Boards Weer Carpentari Metare Calan

Australia Eyes Policy Shift On Import Restrictions

The next month marks two years since the severe import controls began, with Australia continuing a gradual easing programme. Authorities have half lightened certain categories, boosting imports and making up about half of merling goods entering the country. Officials plan early policy statements on further relaxation while Japan urges more liberal terms for stapled Australian commodities, especially wool.

Australia France Italy Bel Ins Tithe Germany Sapam Huey Sonn Nur Cen Dapan Tigan Japan Uhia United States Thi Anl Customs Australis Ras Tasketaber Austra Goode

Royal Tour Appeal list of donors and supporters

A fragmented OCR list details a Royal Tour Appeal with many donors and businesses across Cairns and surrounding regions. Names include O Meara and Sony Pay, Cairns Motors, Sunkist Fray, Gallouty Yelle Vue El, Barrett A, McGresi, Willits Buen, and Robson. It notes contributions, local shops, hotels, and services backing the Queen's Cairns visit effort.

Curie Comber Coomerce Royal Tour Electea Eal Cort Wilharsi Rowsenir Queensland Cairns O'Meara Sony Pay de Barre Yelle T Barrett Barre EE Mckeet Mtdare & Belli, Quinn & Seary Ray Orc Aokat Burnell Py Lade Cairns Post Pty Ltd Delionis Ca FC Willits Buenarey Cannon SS Fcrawn F Marsh Galenett Anansios Ivy Roberts Martinee Racio DE Victory Fish Bat Star Gift Suite Mawaeey Berth Na Rutin Heanrick Lid Ag Marti Robson Foulger Besands Cyrle Thos, Brown & Son Ce Wien Tennant Be Towers Gieridee Mastins Truewys Palace Fian Armsteomg Lechie 'Fe Sillimare Wooaward & Carter Brigiyays Hamilton Ralow Elta Listy Noes Cate Manean Oh Monde GE Crattey Uy F & J Molck BP Goa Central Fite Bonnell Bayier Wie Federal Hotel Donale Printery

Shooting of Hy Akine. Payment Terms Drafted

Partial OCR reads like a brief legal notice about a shooting case. It mentions a person named Hy Akine and a payment or compensation note, with fragmented phrases about timing and growth. The readable items are insufficient for a full summary.

New Sellers' League President To Address Cairns Meeting

The Cairns branch of the New Settlers' League will meet tonight with the president to discuss the group's future. Local members expect debate on aims and leadership as they gather at the regional meeting.

New Sellers’ League Subersina Cairns New Settlers

Support for Proposals on Settlers Camp in North Queensland

Local bodies including Cairns Chamber of Commerce and Cairns Harbour Board discussed backing the New Settlers League to manage a camp under the Department of Tammi ion for future migrants. The Mayor met league delegates but declined some terms, with a further outline due at a ten night delegates meeting.

New Settlers League Department of Tammieion North Queensland Cairns Chamber of Commerce Mulerave Shire Coucert Cairns Harbour Board Aud Whalton Cairne Craneh S Negi Feetal Queensland Feewates Orrznieson Ube Maloney Yast Soule Efe Chataway Schildren Carns Harbour Board Chatawar Nevis Technis Cairtig City Council Healo ‘Sustrallany Garrettes Ata Esi Seay FC Menva Ask Campbell Tring Risus Australiana R. Suess Ake Eyte Aana Orksnin Ponventon Ares Sr Coa Mite Moore Calisation Dittan Treepurer Geihe Gaskell Vomémitive Mesate Itiake Crataway Morgen Leon Ee Gye ANC Maloney Arden APE Seeeantatarms Partor Dunior Ste Exchatva Ao Faecton Cairne City Cound Mularave Uture Rly Shion Ams Har Trur Chamber of Commerce Punlor Nathraliats Club Yemen Memboria Ems Caitha Loma Graieane Mathie Retunson Ste Toetner

Road safety campaign discussed at council meeting

A City Council session focused on a road safety drive with delegates from Queensland’s road safety offices and local groups. The plan includes school crossings and a Junior Chamber initiative to improve child safety, with officers elected and events scheduled for March and Royal visit preparations.

Power Blackouts Hit South Queensland

Floods and a wet coal jam slow mail and coal movements in New South Wales and Queensland. Spokespersons report crews on the Leigh Ninety Mile, Copper Mountain and Gil cross-country routes rail and boat traffic hampered by high waters. Some lines restored, others delayed, crews racing to reestablish timetable service.

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Lucinda Point Dispute At Watersiders Hearing

Hearing on a dispute involving Lucinda Point and Watersiders proceeded with certificates and affidavits. The record notes a complaint by CS 7 Cv and references to Gil ork and Josey with dates in January and mid January. The session addressed breaches and monitored actions as the hearing concluded.

Josey ‘Aitateature

Traveliera and party journey through Australia long trip

The Tonkins, Rh and Wilkinson families embarked from Broken Hill two months ago on a four month service leave. They traveled via Melbourne to Port Douglas and Cairns, covering about 3700 miles on the overland route with the English tar fuelled caravan, enjoying a holiday atmosphere at coastal and inland stops.

Five Good Year For Shell Industry

A postwar price surge boosts pearl shell values as deep diving limits slow. Prominent Cairns shellers report excellent offshore prices with top values near £30 above the world rate, while Australian industry seeks solutions and training for deep diving despite limited government progress.

Cairns Court Case Summary From Yesterday's Report

An unclear report from yesterday references a Cairns court case involving a teen and several individuals. Names and details are garbled, but mentions Geoffrey Prem Brederich pleading something with the attorney and a defense outcome described as incorrect by Mr. Weederee.

Geefrey Prema Brederich Atrnee Aller

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