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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 01, 1953
Page
3
The piece urges renewal of resolutions for 1958 focusing on personal progress and community obligations. It highlights goals, tolerance, open-mindedness, and the danger of totalitarianism, urging action to guard liberty, virtue, and shared human values against coercive control.
A massive Mack diesel truck unloaded from the Mundsia last week is reported as the heaviest vehicle in Queensland since the war with a stated weight beyond 17 900 lb and value about £5880 loaded at Cairns. It is expected to handle 25 000 lb loads in the lumber trade and features ten forward gears two reverse gears and a carlike cabin interior. Five red lights atop the cabin drew attention in Shield Street.
About 30 Cairns Combined Schools' Band members halted traffic in Toowoomba's main streets today. They marched from the railway station to the city hall where they were greeted by shoppers and city officials with applause. The boys, part of the senior band, played and marched with display worthy of home crowds.
In Mar rickvile police station tonight a 75 year old man was charged with maliciously wounding 87 year old Robert Davis with a razor at Dulrich Bill this afternoon. Davis said he was seated at his kitchen table when a man approached from behind and attacked him with an opera blade.
Sydney December 31 officials said a calm expected to descend on Storm Bay Derwent River area tomorrow morning could delay the Hobart yacht race with four leading yachts Nocturne White Cloud Ruthean and Landfall favored to cross the Derwent first but any delay may push finish into the afternoon if the fleet remains becalmed.
Maritime brief lists ships with cargoes and destinations across Melbourne Sydney Brisbane Townsville Cairns and Port Melbourne. Vessels including Mamenda Nyers Buete Mundalla Highland Prince Orient City Berda Galis Bilkurra and others report loading unloading general cargo sugar molasses timber steel and naval stores. Dates span January to February with Cairns arrivals and UK cargoes noted.
In everlasting memory of our dear eldest son Stanley Edward Andrews 2/12 Bar killed at Buna January 1 1943 age 26 years. Our hearts would be happy our home would be gay if only. Stan darling. We hate you one day. Inserted by his loving Mum Dail.
In memory of my dear daughter Physlim Mary Devaniteripee Turis who was accidentally killed at Mr. Isg January 1, 1945 in the Garden of Memories. We walk every day. Inserted by her loving mother and brothers and sisters.
The trip from Local Sphere to Forsayth involved a chartered bus pilot and an eve officer who will fly to Forsayth to conduct the annual trace meeting. They plan to return tomorrow. In Cairns a wet spell continues with heavy rainfall reports. A Mourilyan resident sustained a head wound after a hit at Mochan's Beach and was treated by ambulance staff.
Mrs. June Smith of Stratford was taken to hospital with a possible bone fracture after a fall. X-rays and treatment permitted her return home. Also reports rainfall figures for Northern Mainlands and weather forecasts.
Melbourne dispatch reports hopes to pull the stranded inter state freighter Merino off Blue Stone Bay Tasmania east coast fading as tugs move her only a little. Unloading of the Hilton freighter continues with 40 tons of cargo removed. A high spring tide and heavy swells are needed to shift the Merino from sand where it lies.
Brisbane reports the Weather Bureau says monsoon rain signals the beginning of the January wet season over northern Australia, extending into Timor and Arafura seas. Officials note monsoons in a fairly normal position after two drought years, with most southern districts showing normal rainfall.
A fierce storm with torrential rain and gale force winds struck Murrumba in the upper Brisbane River district, tearing down hovels and causing widespread damage. G H Foxwell, resident for about 30 years, said it was the worst storm he had seen. his roof was blown off and rain damaged interiors. Nearby E Evert also suffered roof loss at his home.
At a special police court in Barcaldine a man Herbert Carabert fencing contractor was charged as an accessory after the fact to an alleged baby murder at Mt Brizanne station. The infant’s unnamed mother Josephine Ellen Molloy 29 faced wilful murder charges. both remanded to Brisbane Police Court.
Pastor Ernest Lemke of Western Australia and his men Lester are likely the only survivors from a family of five after a blaring launch explosion sent the craft's crew overboard near Port Moresby. Mrs Lemke and two other sons were swept away with little hope of survival. Lemke and his son were rescued and brought to Port Moresby by Qantas Catalina, suffering severe burns and attacks. Nine natives aboard escaped, one with burns. Lemke reportedly started the engine before it blew, causing the vessel to capsize and all aboard to plunge into the sea. Lemke clutched two children and his wife, who could not swim, and he paddled for two and a half days to reach help.
Der. M A New South Wales town, Tamworth, was wrecked by a severe storm that cut it off from the outside world until this afternoon. Hail and wind battered weatherboard buildings as the town faced heavy damage and isolation.
The Cairns Post Pty Ltd honors two long serving staff, Mr da Costa and Mr Blom, each with over 38 years in printing and binding. The Managing Director P G Close led the retirement ceremony noting loyalty and knowledge, with gifts of cut glass and a mantel clock. Acknowledgments from the Editor and colleagues followed as successors were named.
Water supply in Mackay remains the lowest in city history as pumping from beneath the area continues to struggle. Officials warn residents of ongoing service constraints and urge conservation measures amid the drought conditions.
A Belgian crew member Mr van Reis lost his wallet on the British freighter Lord Lloyd George in Cairns. Mr Marshall found the wallet in the ship’s office, restoring it to its owner after boarding the vessel. It contained money, discharge papers, and identity documents essential for seamen and citizenship verification. The incident highlights how papers protect seafarers and the odd coincidence of the wallet reappearing.
Canberra reports the Minister for Air announced decorations for 21 RAAF personnel who served in the Korean War. Included is Distinguished Flying Medal recipient Pilot D J Parker of Landry Queensland, born 1928 in Cairns and educated at Brisbane Grammar. Also Mentioned in Dispatches Aircraftman G D Kelly of Yeppoon and Aircraftman W N Watterson of Canungra.
The State Electricity Commission of Queensland will issue a 500000 loan at 4 15 percent for seven or twelve years to fund regional electricity boards. The loan opens January 4 and closes January 31, underwritten by Ian Potter Co and approved by the Loan Council. Minister Riordan said the issue aims to keep the electricity programme and regional networks running for Queensland’s benefit.
Abbott street and Shields street gleamed with coloured lights for New Year, unveiled by Mayor Alderman W. J. Fulton. He explained plans to light Abbott street to the wharf and the monument to the railway, but limited materials and high costs led the council to use available electrical equipment to form angled lighting in the monument square.
Alderman Fulton announces decorative bunting for Cairns marking public New Year festivities. New decorations will be installed to create a gala occasion, attracting tourists and citizens, with Abenson hoping 1953 brings prosperity and full employment. Highlights include officers party at the battalion HQ, dances, barbecues, and street gatherings as 1952 ends. The harbor scene features the Runic Seep to mark the year’s close and 1953’s welcome.
Brisbane celebration kicks off with Mardi Gras carnival at North Quay drawing about 10,000 revelers. A sharp storm lashed the city briefly but cleared by midnight, as crowds from picture theatres and coastal visitors joined the festivities.
Der. 31 report from Health Minister Sir Karke Page notes Queensland health expenditure climbs from £7 million in 1348/49 to £29 million in the current financial year, a near 400 per cent increase. Major items include £1.6 million for school meals, £6 million for disease prevention, £7 million for free life saving services, £7 million for hospital services, and £1.6 million for pensioner benefits. The plan promotes self reliance and Commonwealth cooperation.
ELSANNA MASTER'S HOT TRIP recounts Captain Paulsen aboard the Eisanna with Eileen 8 on a voyage to Brisbane via Towarine. The master notes the ship's northbound run longevity and recalls past command on Che' Wandana.
A 1933 forecast notes a prosperous year for Cooktown and Queensland with sugar and tobacco prospects. Mr Wordsworth predicts growth in agriculture, grazing, and local industry, urging government support for roads and irrigation to ease shortages and boost employment.
The 319 ton three masted schooner City of New York, flagship of Admiral Byrd's 1958 Antarctic expedition, broke up after running onto Chebovne Ledge near Yarmouth Harbour while being towed for repairs and caught fire. Once a famed explorer vessel, it later served as a museum ship and then a tramp boat before final decline.
Prime Minister Winston Churchill sailed from Southampton aboard the Queen Mary with General Eisenhower en route to Jamaica for nonholiday talks. His party included his wife Clementine, daughter Mary and her husband Christopher Soames, and Lord Moran.
Sydney December 31 The first season’s result of Whale Industries Ltd shows potential profitability at a whale oil price around £70 a ton. Chairman R Crichton Browne stated during the annual meeting that prices dropped from £110-£130 to £50-£75 per ton in 1952 and have since stabilised near £70. A larger whale quota was applied for and much of the 1977 oil produced was sold forward at higher prices than the 1953 oil. Factory and vessel costs of £585.0 exceeded prospectus estimates, requiring bank finance as extraction ran higher and the oil plant performed beyond expectations.
Sydney December 31 The Prices Minister F C Finnan said the match industry is alarmed by a large crop of matches in the market Australian smokers lean toward mechanical lighters cutting match sales Jan 6 1920. He blamed excise duty and sales tax for rising costs and said manufacturers seek Commonwealth cooperation to abolish tax and lower prices.
Weather summary reports scattered light rainfall in many districts from Maranoa and Warrego to southern border areas. Notable totals include Hungergarford 159, Merwen 123, Mitchel 125, Gilbert River 765, Graneile 192, Abingdon Downs 55, Maxwelton 52, Dujarra 35, with some locations like Tatibo 4 and Donor's Hill 25 miles recording smaller amounts. The Weather Bureau notes patchy rain along a Western trough moving east, with lingering thundershowers likely in exposed areas.
A Brisbane produced mechanical cane cutter by Moloney Harvester Works, designed by L Moloney, is proving successful for Kenya Sugar Ltd, with one unit already operating and a second ordered. The machine can cut about 70 tons daily, cut canes, and deposit bundles ready for loading, signaling progress toward wider mechanisation despite varied regional suitability and loading challenges.
Coden Casket Beluane Tec 4 percent Goldry 220 Ke 1953 draws. Winners and entrants include No 89996 Mr Fhuttom Venucorn Cleveland road Cap assin Bristene. No 4 532 AdO Glate 54 Canterbury road Casino NSW. Mo. 35603 R Edwards 34 Kitchener road Ascot Bris trae. Three of Us syndicate care H R Cale Wallangarra. No 7374 DB Miffim Lily street Mitchelton. long list of numbers and codes with horse race style annotations.
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