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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Feb 27, 1953

Page

1

Sugar Yield Could Rise Ten Percent in Queensland

Brisbane report says Sugar Inquiry Chairman Mr. M. E. McCarthy believes Queensland cane growers could lift yield per acre by 10 percent. Federal Treasurer Sir Arthur Fedden cited the estimate as crucial, noting a 10 percent error in yield dwarfs other capital value miscalculations. Growers have demonstrated they can reach about 3.52 tons per acre, and a 10 percent increase would raise domestic sugar prices slightly.

Brisbane Queensland Arthur Fedden Arthur Queensland Cane Growers’ Council M. E. McCarthy McCarthy Sir Arthur Aubur Michaelfetus Auber Mos Mudgeeraba Akers Auburn Alesander Ingram Warwick Federal Arius Feddewt The Commonwealth, Pany Newton Street Mudgeerain Walves Laike Smngini Mey Sitsrthur Alan Queensland VC Ceairiin Tam Tien Theinis Tata Crebeca Lloyds Menzies O'Corrurne Pacific Richy Loramént Bn Irrm

Praise for efficiency of industry conference remarks

Mr McCarthy highlighted the industry’s efficiency and strong collaboration during the inquiry. Sir Arthur noted the industry's excellent organization and cooperation, praising unique arrangements and social commitments supporting farm machinery and prices amid national concerns.

McCarthy Arthur MecCarthy

Revised Royal Tour Details and Brisbane Report Digest

An abridged account outlines a revised royal tour schedule with departures and landings in Australia and New Zealand, detailing flights, ports, and affected regions. The Brisbane briefing includes mixed commentary on costs, infrastructure, and industry impacts, citing officials and dates, with noted references to sugar production and broader economic concerns.

Fragmentary treaty notes and committee remarks emerge in Trove record

A garbled OCR fragment quotes officials, agreements, and discussions on imperial preference and trade during a parliamentary session. It references names such as Mr Ben Anderson and Mr Wriidel, mentions contracts, exemptions, and taxation, and notes a conference adjournment and planned TRE production amid diplomatic push and domestic debate.

Mitrveld Lax Gorwratiact Christens R. Haeibledon Dh Zunker TRE Sveveniaarsig

Coronation Oath and Minor Prize Details

Fragmentary OCR reads about an oath and prizes with cryptic codes and numbers. Mentions Siena and assorted alphanumeric references. no clear legislation or event context emerges.

Daring Hold-Up in Sydney Suburb

Two armed masked bandits halted a payroll van in Auburn in the Sydney suburb area. They seized a case with cash totaling nearly £6000 before fleeing along Victoris Road Grasville. The incident occurred around 11 am local time as the payroll car was halted.

Daring Sydney Stan Auburn Victoris Roed Grasville

Return of taxing powers floods losses in southwest

Flooding near Talwood and Boomt waters up to horse’s knees threatens 19 000 acre holdings. Mrs Jones reports 000 beet crop losses. Mr Turner cites 8 000 acres underwater. Food shortages loom as 30 drops of fodder reach 10 stations. Police warn Talwood and Moonie towns face weeks more of distress with air drops and four foot water in some gardens.

Hk Jones Woodland Station Talwood W. Turner Teolaresidation Weir River Taa Foxdder J. Johaven Wilton Mungindi Police Boomt New South Weta Bullemon Plains Moonie River Thallan Police

Smooth and Speedy Port of Cairns Urged by Mr Holt

The minister for Labour and Industry Mr H E Holt said in Cairns the rain caused most waterfront stoppages, not labour disputes, yet bad industrial relations on the wharves cause lost time. He toured Cairns wharves with shipping sugar industry and waterside representatives, escorted by Cairns Harbour Board officials, urging a smoother port operation.

Labour and Industry H.E. Holt Cairns Holt Department For Labour and National Rervice FA. Bland Australian Stevedoring Industry Board Hewtt Townsyme TaRlearring Ater Meloll Melbourne

Minister’s Impressions on Caicus Waterside Shipping

Minister Hott flew to Caicus to inspect waterside shipping problems tied to Primary products shipments. He left with the impression that most issues stem from port handling and weather conditions, calling for enterprise action and cooperation to ensure prompt shipments.

Hott Caicus Ivestigate Wateraide Schou Catroe Cairns Leroy

Share of Proceeds and Tax Debate in Australia

A report from Brisbane outlines a wide range of tax and economic policy discussions amid a push for uniform taxation and Commonwealth-State cooperation. Premier Menzies and other officials weigh taxation rates, road funding, and federal authority while labor leaders seek standardized policies across Queensland and other states.

Otago forces draw on wartime service claims

A debated statement by Prime Minister Menzies outlines Otago forces in the Australian wartime recruitment. The record notes five best who were among those called to serve with United Forces, with prisoners of war and fallen soldiers receiving distribution benefits. The piece lists names and emphasizes the need for applicants to prove prior service conditions.

Houses of Representatives RG Menaive Australia Ummtiing Otago Yattings Siti Moir Watson Mowa Norton Gilbertann Milix Overton & Fenere Swickele Etrinuiom Penorina Auerratia Otago

Olympic housing notes outline match results and standings

The report lists results from an Olympic housing event with multiple bouts and outcomes. Notable matches include Tuten versus Warton, Welty against Tay Jain Ubu, Watkin versus Fraser, and Cheetham versus Endeam, with several close scores and refereeing notes.

Tuten Warton Tay Watson Welty Tay Jain Ubu Watkin Fraser Dha Watxine Smith Tayanid Endeam Cheetham Llertane

Sugar cane price inquiry and government role debate

An expert panel discussed sugar cane price impacts and state actions in response to looming market pressures. Delegates referenced British commerce, potential price controls, and the need for clear policy guidance from government authorities.

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