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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1944
Page
3
The chamber debated the Referendum Bill and amendments proposed by Menzies calling for withdrawal and redraft within two years after the war. He urged limiting powers and preserving parliamentary control, while opponents argued for a minimum powers pact agreed at conventions and warned against delaying or weakening postwar reforms.
Lucerne chaff sold at Romartreet tera at 8 while pumpkin cleared at 97 to 8 Tea lots Sweet potatoes offered one Ea sold at 13/ .
The Cairns Jockey Club president Mr J B Stewart presented a positive annual report noting a successful season with liquidated assets around £978 19 8 and a club credit balance of £802 2 10. He highlighted taxation impacts, bookmakers fees, and planned subscription changes while detailing officer elections and ongoing fundraising efforts to resume racing under NDRA guidance.
Allied reports describe Tarawa fortifications as the strongest encountered, with new strongpoints and dense gun emplacements. The note mentions Vickers subs and SSinguna capfees at Streszere as part of the engagement, indicating intensified coastal defense and patrol activity.
Grace V Boland and Mrs Joan Betridge express heartfelt gratitude for the support received during their recent bereavement. They thank Dr and Matron and the Gordonvale Hospital staff, Mr Geo Jamieson, Rev Stalley, Mr E Camp-Dell, and all friends for tributes, messages, and kindness.
In loving memory of our dear wife and mother Margaret who passed away on February 24, 1815. Connected by her husband and family. This newspaper notes Australian Associated Press overseas news in this issue.
The Cairns Post quotes President Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover on the Four Freedoms and a Fifth Economic Freedom. It argues government should promote rather than suppress economic liberty, warning against bureaucratic overreach and temporary wartime suspensions that threaten personal freedoms. It emphasizes restoring freedoms after the war and the need for clear statutory rules.
Bris bane warehouse and wharf raid yields liquor valued at £2500 wholesale. Julius Augustus Gromann, Melbourne wine merchant, fined £90 total. liquor ordered forfeited to Crown. Items include 320 Pimms No 1 Cup bottles, gin, cherry brandy, curacao, creme de menthe, apricot and peach brandies. Gromann charged with unregistered brewer or liquor seller acts and selling over two gallons. multiple counts carry up to £10 each.
Inspector Harold testified that Grumann traveled Australia and New Zealand as a liquor representative. He bought wide liquor stocks in Victoria under federal laws, but lacked Queensland licensing. In 1942 he entered Queensland, obtained credentials, then began large purchases from Goldsborough Morl, raising suspicions of black market activity. He sold thousands of gallons to J A Tomlinson and Geo Edward Sinclair, Warwick, through Allied clubs. He did not conceal his operations.
Canberra reports the Federal Cabinet approved a new civilian administration form for New Guinea and Panua with external territories minister to oversee it. The plan permits admitted civilians including females, missionaries, teachers, and wives of planters in certain areas as military authorities and the GOC New Guinea forces approve.
Allied reconnaissance revealed fewer Japanese planes and ships near Rabaul as Lakunai and Cape Hoskins airfields faced heavy bombing. Reports detail destruction of about 100 barges, strafing of light craft, and fires rising up to 1000 feet, with U S forces claiming multiple air and naval strikes across New Britain and the Solomons.
The report details Allied operations near Hansa Bay and Madang coast including bombed supply areas and damaged enemy barges. It notes ground actions around Gabumi village and Mot River, naval and air actions on various targets, and court decisions in licensing and rent cases. It ends with a liquor-related bicycle offense in Abbott Street and a court warning.
A Brisbane Weather Bureau report states the Burdekin River at the Home Hill bridge is thin at the river crossing and the railway advises goods will only go as far north as Home Hill. The Rail Department notes that on Fridays and on March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 the afternoon mail train to Townsville will not run. The Brisbane correspondent provides details.
A man pleaded guilty at Petty Sessions before Mr Dwyer, SM, to stealing from farmer Alwyn Griff Ath Woodward. Sub-Inspector Ford cited that a pocket had been cut from trousers and the defendant, once employed by the complainant at Bage Aland, admitted taking money and other items. Police found the suspect Tuesday night and he confessed to the theft.
Brisbane officials report a confrontation between Health Minister Mr Hanna and Medical Officer Dr McLean over a claim that 30 percent of Brisbane bulk milk is bovine tuberculosis infected. Alderman Howard alleges threats against the doctor and questions ministerial interference while Lord Mayor Chandler denounces the incident as an attempt to suppress truth.
The death has occurred of Mrs Gandhi, wife of Mahatma Gandhi, Indian leader. obituary notes the passing of the spouse of a renowned figure, with brief mention of her role and connection to Gandhi.
Canberra February 23 The Army announced a limit on releases beyond a present plan to discharge 20 000 men at 2000 per month. The timing depends on war position, operational commitments, and reinforcements to allow reasonable leave in New Gains, said Minister for the Army F M Forde on Monday.
In Canberra on February 23, Dr Evatt warned there are not enough rubber tyres in Australia to keep vehicles in service. Officials urged pooling cartage, motor users to avoid overloads, and horse-drawn vehicles to be used where practical. Army manpower limits constrain tyre manufacture as synthetic rubber progress is examined.
Canberra February 22 The Federal Government is preparing a comprehensive re establishment scheme as the basis of a re establishment bill. The proposal includes preference of employment in federal departments and for contractors to service men and women who served in Australia or operational areas. The government opposes the proposal but manpower shortages delay issues.
In Brisbane on February 23 Bernard Hudson Matheson 119 faced a police court charge of no visible means of support. Prosecutors revealed Matheson had enlisted in the AIF in Melbourne 1941 and re-enlisted under false names, traveling across North Queensland and New Guinea in various disguises while avoiding duty. He was arrested, court-martialled, and discharged, then continued deceptive acts to rejoin Allied units. The court ordered a £10 bond for six months and mandated reporting to the man-power office.
Justice A. Douglas imposed the maximum in several convict sentences including Ludwick Reslan for carnal knowledge of a child and other men for assaults. Testimonies from Roslan and others described severe abuse, with witnesses noting harsh conduct and threats. The case references dates and locations in Ipswich and remedies sought by prosecutors.
A ballot by South Australian Railways Permanent Employees Union shows strong support for a nationwide strike over full travelling time for returning staff. Mopup meetings were planned in metropolitan areas and district centers to decide action, with Sunday counts called to finalize the plan.
In a Court of Petty Sessions held before Mr T E Dwyer SM on October 28 1948 John Kelly faced a charge of contravening National Security Supplementary Regulations by harboring a deserter from the army. The defense argued and evidence described details of the visit to Hartley Street premises and interactions with Private Walter Joseph, with testimonies from Provost sergeants and Commonwealth Security Service officers regarding Joseph’s four day stay and prior arrests.
Prime Minister Curtin moves second reading of the Government Coal Industry Control Bill to ensure coal production and distribution during the war. He notes New South Wales supplies most of Australia's coal and outlines powers for a Commonwealth coal commissioner to run mines, enforce safety, and allocate profits to welfare programs while keeping private owners as agents of the nation.
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