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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 26, 1945
Page
6
An unreadable OCR snippet hints at a pursuit or arrest reference involving Daune or Duane and a Rome area location. The text is garbled and lacks coherent facts, making precise details and entities uncertain.
The Australian Military Forces issue a public warning about mortar firing practice. Areas northeast of Rockhampton, southwest of Canberra, and near Perth are affected. Soldiers and civilians are urged to avoid these zones during specified February and March periods to ensure safety.
A fragmented notice describes a missing Lady's Gold Wrist Watch and a money envelope found between Buchan Street and Wig Seno. Reward offered by Charles Smith and Co. for return to the police station. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but indicate a personal item loss with a reward.
Fragmented notice describes a weekly schedule listing Saturdays and evenings after 7 PM with 1100 votes cited, plus a sale of garden furniture and books. Mentions indies tablet and formalin items, writer addresses, and a mumbled list of names and places.
A garbled OCR segment presents a poetical reminiscence with scattered lines about warmth, plants, notes from friends, and references to a person named Minar or Ted. The text hints at origin and reception, mentioning speaking to someone with a familiar circle and asking where the lines came from.
Green Island letter writer Monkman ridicules Jean Devanny and her claim of a third eye as he recalls crocodiles in captivity. He describes a docile freshwater crocodile seen at Browns Bay and warns against accepting unproven scientific authority while challenging the notion of extra senses.
In Brisbane in February a farewell function marks departure of Quesms Lawe Premier for Lowdod. The scene includes attendees and remarks on Britain’s stance and fortifying positions in the wake of the event. The account notes discussions on the Queen and national leadership as the party proceeds.
Fragmented OCR text shows officials debating representation and allegiance within the state government. Mentions include Mr. Marsh and Mr. Conper, with references to London and the Commonwealth, and a proposed reform modelled on a state body. Unclear details due to corrupt text.
Fragmentary OCR notes from London dated February 25 mention Earl Lloyd George in a夜 scene referencing weariness and a perturbed night. The readable fragments are sparse and imply mood rather than a clear event or quote.
A fragmented notice outlines a Monday meeting at Ara Librais about school library supplies and a February session. It references Wool Deeld tip and Metro tools, urging attendance and noting a Wednesday schedule for related discussions.
Fragmented text outlines licensing court powers over rebuilding permissions for premises. It notes penalties for noncompliance, possible suspensions or revocations of licenses, and conditions for extended time or approved renovations. It mentions section 47 procedures to summon licensees and ensure compliance with accommodation standards.
Fragmented OCR notes cover a British Commonwealth rationing scheme and postwar policy debate. It mentions Minister Keane and Mr Scully explaining the plan, expectations of supply, and references to clothing, oranges, and a pevenlie-producing building project. Local perspectives include Melbourne figures and postwar employment and education themes.
The Royal Navy prepares for wartime duties as a battleship group sails into the Pacific. Officers and crew, led by Captain H W McCall, DSO, endure a disciplined routine amid heavy training, gunnery drills, and shipboard life while a poised, capable force positions for potential confrontations with Japan. Strong emphasis on leadership, coordination, and morale anchors the operation.
Northern Tyre Service advertises tyre recapping and retreading with prompt tractor tyre repairs and battery servicing. It lists Cairns and Innisfail locations with contact numbers and emphasizes immediate delivery and attentive service.
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