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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 21, 1952
Page
6
A fragmented note outlines a contest between two teams or groups named Beetle and Eaters. The text hints at a historical game or event with unclear location and dates, leaving the main action and outcome ambiguous.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a girl at school, a birthday cake, a motherly scene at Blacheath College, and casual references to friends and studies. The text implies a social gathering, a reunion, and exam focus with scattered names and locations, all in a dated tone.
Fragmentary Melbourne era style list shows afternoon movement to Rockhampton Cooktown and Towanville with named captains and individuals. Readable fragments reference J Loth HL Mitchell Mag Mes Ba Siena Mota Weber Conatanis Svectzum MPominger and Brians Petter Clifford Leola Bitner among others.
Maschere Caton commented on preparations as DeETA A A xs e Laces' event faced delays and uncertainty. Community groups weighed options for scheduling and venue changes amid limited details from organizers.
The annual meeting reviewed twenty year activities with strong member turnout and praise for volunteers. Members were urged to join and bring fresh ideas to monthly meetings. Retiring secretary Mrs Blape was honored, and Mr Bruce Andrews elected president with others named for roles. Far Northern Musical Bodies and local awards were noted.
A memo outlines road reconstruction efforts with details unclear due to damaged text. The document mentions city infrastructure and potential scheduling, referencing planning officials and local authorities.
Advi es from Blabans report the death of Jesopn Francs Sccutcheon aged about 70. A long-time cane cutter and farmer from Mouritgan to Comley, he retired years ago and supervised a furniture factory during the war. Survived by his widow, he died February 3 and was a distinguished Mason in the local lodge with burial to follow.
Ingham notes show land treated fell to 2 percent from 10 percent in 1680 due to campaigns and waterlogged fields. Cane diseases were controlled with chlorotic disease rising from 400 to 1800 acres. Interim payments to local cane suppliers announced by CSR. Victoria growers receive 4/2 a ton, foretelling final payment in May amid price negotiations. Aberline expansion under sugar production plans boosted by Water Board supervision and seed cane planting near 500 tons.
A letter to Mareeba Shire Council reports that conditions on a silver lead zinc and copper prospect in the Chillagoe area have been fulfilled and over £5000 spent. It notes restrictions, future prospecting possible, and a request for an inspection date. The Department of Irrigation cites staff shortages. The council awaits advice and is told Treasurers will consider Mareeba Dimbulah road works in 1983–83 planning.
Fragmentary report notes an outbreak discussion in Pennsylvania with references to local officials and a consultant. It mentions building matters, a projected reopening, and education oversight, all embedded in a broader civic agenda.
Local Herberton section cites church events at SE Marrs and Patrick's Catholic Church with midday services. Veronica Cadalott and Mr Bead of Ravensdale visit Herberton last week. Peter Kenny returns from Brisbane. unidentified names and scattered references to school, parish board, and gatherings.
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