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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 22, 1947
Page
4
In a hazy storefront scene, Poddie and Bill confront Flora and a dog as customers surge past. A tense confrontation ends with a peppering incident. Poddie loses control while Bill pursues a hasty escape, leaving Guildere roused and bystanders unsettled.
A fragmented guide urges calm during near drowning at the beach. It outlines steps to improvise rescue strokes, avoid entanglement, and cautions that saving a drowning person can be difficult and dangerous. It previews further advice on handling electrified victims and rope-like holds.
The sorial meeting drew Rev Pathe Hunt and Rev McCarthy among attendees. The president announced a cautious report and welcomed compliments. Treasurers report presented by De Leton. discussions included patron support and constructive ideas from Father Hunt and others.
A fragmented note reflects a Valentine Day scene with romantic intent and social expectations. The text mentions a parade, a tense chat, and a sharp reply urging restraint, capturing a mood of cautious affection and public display.
President Zollins leads a meeting with Ben Bloom as senior vice president and EP Mullins as treasurer. Delegates elected for the OCDR League, with nominations left for a further meeting. The club intends to adhere to last season’s sub club colors and purchase a new jersey set. Membership fees set at seniors 5 shillings, junior and junior members 3 shillings 8 pence. Trial matches arranged, training to begin Monday February 24 at Marist Brothers ground, with improved training facilities anticipated for night sessions. Members urged to submit registration forms and bring fees to the next meeting.
Government and private surveys note a bewildering rise in butter prices since January 22, with retail costs jumping by several cents. Spokesmen call the situation a dizzying price spiral, as beat and pork costs exceed those seen during earlier price control periods.
The Calorie Coursing Club stages a Parramatta Park greyhound meeting this afternoon under new management. Fifty- five nominations have been graded for the revised rules. A broth and afternoon tea are planned for patrons, with bets available around centre on the sath race.
In Canberra on February 11 the government signaled willingness to subsidize Queensland dairy farmers pound for pound if Queensland would commit to matching payments. Liberal MP Mr W S Seutly noted the delay in aid compared with New South Wales stems from Queensland’s reluctance to fund a pound for pound scheme. Adermann argued Queensland farmers suffer most from the drought and deserve subsidy.
Report on Mulgrave Mill area notes recent heavy rains improving cane growth prospects though a longer wet spell is needed. Officials cite November rains aiding harvesting, with farmers optimistic yet awaiting sustained rainfall to support the season. Local figures: Mulgrave Mill manager and HN Whitaker commented on weather impact and expected crop progress as rainfall totals rise in February.
Report from Tully on February 18 at Mullins Motel outlines Tully Football Club and Tully Rugby League Delegates planning ahead. Election of officers, VPs, treasurer and secretary listed, with discussions on constituting the Moghy Theatre and a coach fund drive.
In Fen area, seven trade unions support a company dispute and pledge sympathy. Workers threaten action to back the matter, while management seeks to resolve issues regarding work practices and a stoppage proposal.
Fragmented minutes from the Babinda Harinda meeting record motions and committees. Names like Meflonaal, Meady SAW, J Wallop, Brenden Mie, A L AeDounett appear with discussions on housing, water services, and mutual aid. Meetings noted for the first Thursday.
Local Atherton RSL minutes recount motions on funding and grants for land applications to aid soldiers and applicants. Discussion covers attendance, political support, and future committee appointments with praise for Mr Sherrin and Mr Taylor for service and leadership.
The report details several indoor bowls matches with players such as F Stone, Collie, PF Cone, and Moore competing. It notes scores, progress in the league, and mentions a Tuesday night and a Sunday afternoon tea meeting. It highlights future fixtures and gloved matches in Holt, with references to names like Kemme and Merea and a plan to extend activities to friends.
Feb 1 report notes the Baia Canberra carrying Prime Minister Chifley on an air passage to New Zealand. Details are limited in the fragment but indicate a high level official voyage and transport steps.
The readable text lists several proper nouns and phrases but is largely garbled. It mentions persons and places such as Megare and Tayter, with references to a president and fates, yet no clear events or dates emerge.
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