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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1953
Page
4
Rome reports FAO assists Ceylon to reclaim land in the Gal Oya Valley and southeast regions. About 600 acres cleared with 26,000 people benefiting as government sets up development programs and dispatches agronomists livestock experts and machinery specialists to boost farming and soil management.
London reports about a UNICEF documentary titled The Children, produced for United Nations public information. It explores UNICEF efforts in medical, childcare, and training services worldwide aided by voluntary contributions. The film, distributed by US Paramount, targets 38 mm and 38 mm prints for U.S. theatres and non-theatrical venues.
In a remote district near the telegraph line a rider named Corbett is found dead after a night attack. The posse and Constable prepare to exhume Corbett's grave for reburial as officials coordinate with Cloncurry and local families. The camp mourns while riders report Black trackers and mounted pursuit along the MacKay River frontier.
A report outlines proposed amendments to banking laws under the Special Account system for Wadirs Banks and Commonwealth Bank. It seeks to limit uncalled liabilities, ensure fair competition, and set review procedures while adjusting special accounts and depositor protections as of October 7 1982 with annual reviews.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a bulk loading operation related to grain, mentioning King David, wheat, and loading to bulk for Britain. The text is garbled with several unreadable names and phrases, but suggests a shipment event involving 60 tons of wheat and a loading site or facility referenced as King David.
National Radio shows present an array of programs including Essential Services and Music with TAO. Readings from the Bible and hospital hour segments fill a diverse schedule, while miscellaneous items reflect broad community programming and market listings.
Fragments mention January dates and a reviver formality related to West Oak and Hodes. The text is garbled with unclear names and figures, no coherent event or outcome established.
A brief market note cites steady prices amid mixed demand as buyers linger. Sellers report cautious activity with some segments showing resilience while others soften. The piece notes a 21 percent uptick in activity from the prior period and mentions overall turnover around 10,000 units.
A terse 1951 notice from Pratt county officials projects a summer pineapple crop increase. Officials cite favorable weather and improved plantation practices. The report mentions key figures in the agricultural department and forecasts higher yields for the region.
A garbled inquiry questions a meeting and alleged attempts to destroy something. It mentions a song reportedly saying people should “erase it” and includes unclear acronyms and names.
The report notes a sharp rise in births statewide, marking the second quarter with the highest tally on record. Officials cite a rate near 250 per 1000 and highlight improved mortality outcomes, comparing to earlier periods and noting year-to-date strength despite prior quarters' figures.
Drone show involves Athertow with 1G and Pus blackouts. Babinda Holy Hutton presents The Grescot. Selected Shorts 1G. Foh Hore’s Lemon Drop Kid and Motor Patrol (G) feature in Edmonton program.
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