18 Feb 1947
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 18, 1947
Page
1
Reuters reports HMS Vanguard arrived at 5.59 am with the King Queen and two princesses, who stepped ashore at 10 am to vast crowds. Thousands gathered on hillsides and a white clad 1200-strong children’s living welcome sign. The king appeared on the quarterdeck before 6 am as crowds swell. Capetown overflows with visitors and no beds available.
A chaotic scene in Waco erupts as batteries fire and a royal salute is disrupted. Authorities report 2000 people affected by the disturbance and ongoing investigations into the incident.
A contentious claim alleges improper funding of permit applications by Jewish groups in Plesine and the Midaie authorities. The piece notes critics urged Mr Calwell to publish supporting documents and to reveal whether Hawkesbury permit decisions were improper.
Fragmentary report describes Argentina and Britain in a wheat supply dispute. It mentions a purchase of 20 010 nine units of wheat, delays in operations, and government interventions. Names and clearer context are obscured by OCR errors.
Aboriginal workers in rural areas may be poised for improved conditions as community groups and local officials discuss employment and training programs. The situation highlights ongoing efforts to boost Indigenous labor participation and support regional economies.
Nanking February report from the American Associated Press notes Premier Soong to supervise a new economic policy in Shanghai. Chiang Kai-shek promises rapid organizational steps and a broad party reform. The key measure is government abandonment of most ownership of heavy industry, with assets transferred to banks or the state. Authorities claim the sums involved are vast and the reform marks the largest shift since the Japanese occupation era.
A fragmented notice describes retailers of cotton and wool goods being ordered to sell at fixed prices. Names cited include Mornder Murray of Mooroal Queensland, and others in the retail trade, with locations referenced such as 85 Gmesneestrts. The document appears to be an official order affecting shopkeepers under a city or regional authority.
In Canberra on February 17 the government observed preference to ex-service personnel as provided under the Re establishment Act. The Minister for Post-war Reconstruction replied to criticism about recent government actions, stating the policy remains in force.
A discussion at a meeting highlighted alleged poor conditions at Cairns Hospital’s general wards. Complaint lodged over crowded wards, beds lacking separations, and contagious illnesses, with patients treated in unhygienic areas and inadequate facilities.
February 17 report notes labour content of Ee See sea ete on demand, with 40 percent due to war mor gens and wage increases. Mr. R G Menzies warns of dangerous trends including destruction of Parliament, law and order decline, and potential poverty. He accuses communism as bureaucracy and critiques government regulation and strikes seen as threats to national peace.
An employee of Fairtex, John Smith, is cited in a report concerning a jewelry store incident. The details reference a shop, a suspect, and ensuing actions. Further context outlines involvement and potential defense considerations.
The United States seeks Security Council consent to trusteeship over Marshall, Caroline, and Mariana islands, asserting readiness to participate in postwar peace talks. Britain, Russia, and Australia view the move as linked to Japan peace treaties, while Washington says full presentation at the council is needed and hints at possible delays of two to three years before any transfer. US forces could remain in the islands during transition, per the State Department.
A fragmentary report mentions an earthquake in France and drills involving United forces. The readable text is limited and does not provide clear details on location, time, or outcomes.
Bowen coal deliveries arranged by the company for distribution to buyers. Details on suppliers and schedules are not fully clear from the fragment.
A fragmented report notes ongoing Lend-Lease supplies to Russia with mentions of material shipments and financial figures. The item references postwar aid debates and settlement details, highlighting continued support and related retrenchment discussions.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Britain’s evacuation from Greece tied to peace efforts. The snippet mentions a statement about an unnamed figure dying to achieve a number of aims, with the text heavily garbled. The readable elements reference evacuation, Greece, and peace factors.
AAP dispatch notes a Canadian mission predicting Britain and Canada will buy large quantities of building timber. It cites 1846 pricing and recent purchases around 440 million board feet at about 48 to 40 dollars per thousand. The mission says the deal will not affect supplies in Canada but could reduce imports from other countries.
London February 16 AAP The Minister for State P J MochBaler speaking from Derby said Britain is not down and out but warned that coal miners and unemployment risk collapse could threaten Labour government reconstruction efforts The remarks addressed national resource losses and the ongoing economic strain amid wartime pressures.
A garbled AP feed discusses worker appeals and political commentary on wartime duties and timber policy. It mentions voluntary workers, Britain, Oregon timber, Canberra discussions, and postwar stability amid a global crisis. Names and dates are unclear due to OCR errors.
A ship carrying illegal migrants and crew members from the United States was intercepted at sea. Authorities reported detentions and ongoing investigations into the vessel and its operations. The incident heightened concerns about border security and human trafficking networks.
An odd mystery centers on the George Lyell collection at the McBourne museum where butterflies vanished. Victoria England reports detectives Gon and Scollaod Yorua are on the case with strange clues from the sunseven's pire val e and a test titled Aimee.
A fragmented Baia story shows division over armed forces and policy amid tense February events. Officials push for careful coordination while factions clash over timing and implications.
Rain interrupted play in the MCC match at Melbourne with Victoria on six for 7 off 20 overs after eight minutes of action. Hamat added 1 and Pree contributed 1 before rain stopped proceedings for the day. The test now has limited chances of completing.
The report notes a missing airmail bag on Melville Island in Darwin area with details about the finder and contractor. A small crew observed what looked like four blue cones and a clover object near a residence as part of the incident.
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