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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 26, 1952
Page
6
Paul Harris addresses Mareeba Rotary and urges adherence to proposed form. Officials note the Argentina Rotary opening date coincides with the normal Rotary meeting, deciding to hold the meeting on Tuesday March 11.
A scrambled listing shows radio programs with times and titles for Tuesday and Wednesday. Items include news segments, religious talks, music programs, and talk shows with various names and times, though many fragments are garbled.
The article discusses recurring shortages of cow's milk during droughts and other disruptions, highlighting how mothers struggle to feed infants. It notes the impact on infant health, the need for long term milk supplies, and measures like prepared feeds to ensure babies receive nourishment when natural milk is scarce.
Democrat Representative Jacks Tippen, a member of the Joint Energy Committee, says the proposal would fund a framing institute to train high school science teachers. The plan aims to expand algebra and energy courses across the nation.
Article outlines a plan for government aimed housing with 13 week build times at under £1000 each. Prospective homes would rent at 12/6 with features like multiple closets and running water. Descriptions mention two entry halls and staircases, with emphasis on efficient layout and county services.
Ravenshoe notes report a social event for Mim Tinney’s upcoming marriage with about twenty guests and a shower. The monthly QATS meeting notes finances, secretaries, and balances. a transfer of shares involves Evelyn Dale Co operative and centre pricing. A request from Australian Meugh Riders Association seeks help for the year. a verandah tour planning and Nurimber branches discussed.
Atherton Horticultural Society hosted a district show with numerous blooms including roses asters dahlias and gerberas. Exhibits featured Princess Frangia cactus designs and decorative table arrangements created by four Atherton ladies. Community members and visitors attended the event with musical performances and a guild served afternoon tea.
J Foley of the Railway Department left Calrun by train Terie for unspecified duties.
A fragmentary report notes Mat Sime Brown announcing a post devotional gathering at the Salamandart with women from all denominations slated to join in afternoon prayers. The text is garbled but indicates a regional religious event in Iowa with community participation.
An afternoon event hosted by Mrs Contis featured a bridge or cards game with top score awarded to Mrs Mating and the hidden quarver won by Mrs McMurdo. Attendants included Mr Hawnes, J Nehmes, D. Crotz, Malling H Bonnell, and others. next hosts are Mes James Fennell and Fatt Hrl.
At the Trocadero Geo Stone's band performed on Saturday evening. Novelty winners included Hides Novel novelty, Miss J Martin and Mr Blaksny, Miss Rene Dunn and Mr Brian Bolsa, Miss Bryant and Mr Stuart Queen's Hotel supper, Mr Firth.
Fragmentary report describes extreme cold in December and January with temperatures near three degrees and mentions Scotland and the American Midwest. It references Virginia and Moscow as contrasting climates and includes scattered quotes about warming trends and irregular snowfall.
A fragment notes Belgian import activity for Dutch products dated December 1 1861. It mentions a large import quantity of Zeabind gouters and compares to a total Dutch production figure of about 1 4,140,802. The source reads as a curious trade snippet with unclear units.
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