13 Jan 1944
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1944
Page
1
A garbled OCR page references a judicial and medical notices section with mentions of awards, prosecutions, and ethics concerns. Names, places, and dates are distorted, but the fragment hints at prosecutions, medical facilities, confidentiality, and a notice involving a guardian and two children in a welfare or custody context.
General notice declares withdrawal of authority from all agents and individuals for claims or matters connected with the standing of the Victoria command in October. It states claims must be lodged in triplicate with the Average Auditor in Sydney within a specified period and references an association related to shipping and tobacco growers.
An Alowmabs Hall New Year Eve gathering organized by Meersvea Res Grose featured a lively euchre, a monte carlo, and a door prize spree. Prizes went to Mrs Andrews and Mr Moss among others. music by W Simmonds and Herb Dalton, supper by Lady Rodman and Mrs Cunningham. proceeds slated for funds.
Edmonton January 18 USC members held a paper and euchre party Friday to raise funds at Nugent Theatre. Rotary orchestra provided music, Mrs C Prarlin played extras, Sergt Major Thurlow chaired the event. Prizes were awarded to Wiss Doreen Nin Kee and partner. the trophy to Mire 3. Down. Euchre winners included Mrs Down and Mrs Pyne. Doorkeeper Mrs Franklin and stationmaster Mr Elskay assisted. Guests visiting include Mrs Blakey and family of Edmonton.
Fragmentary text hints at wartime reporting or personal messages with incomplete phrases and garbled names, reflecting a disrupted London scene and references to naval or military terms. The readable parts mention movement, certainty, and a sense of urgency amid conflict.
North district vegetable growers in Townsville heard N Caldwell outline current pest control methods from Brisbane to Gympie. He stressed prevention, sanitation, and thoroughness, advising on disease resistance, soil fumigation, and targeted spraying to protect crops like beans and brassicas.
An axe attack in Footscray left 8 month old John Kennett dead and two others injured. Police arrested Kennett 34 and others, charging murder of the infant and attempted murder of Mrs. Duke along with malicious wounding a man named Toohey.
The Red Crow Society branch led by Mrs W Hollingsworth and Mime Pak Creagh organized dances stalls and displays in October raising funds including £100 from a flower show and concert £184 from dance proceeds £42 9 from soup stall and flower display and other gifts. Hospital work arrangements were made with Atherton and the district Cross workers. November brings a special stall effort and thanks are given for cabbages and other items.
On suggestion of firs B Creagh Mt a billiard table was bought for soldiers at the military hospital as a Christmas gift from the Red Cross. Donations totaled £117 from Malanca’y share of carnival funds and a donation from the Military Pipe Band enriched entertainments during the Christmas period. The branch plans continued Chestnut period activities and a farewell function honored Mrs Edge. The report also mentions medical discussions and field notes on malaria control and spraying methods, with various individuals noted for their work.
Fragmented OCR text describes TeP propelled planes and related machinery with mentions of ease of operation, coneye and slate references, and notes on violation avoidance. It appears as a damaged technical note or advertisement with garbled phrases and incomplete context.
London dispatch reports RAF squadrons have conducted operations over India destroying multiple bombers fighters and reconnaissance planes while sustaining some losses in the air war. The tally includes several bombers and fighters claimed down with a number of reconnaissance aircraft also reported as destroyed or damaged.
A Rochester based guide claims to develop muscle therapy methods in New York. It describes an associated research apparatus and professionals, promising non invasive treatment without specific diagnoses or infant care claims. The document emphasizes sterility and experimental procedures without detailing outcomes or approvals.
A garbled report from a royal commission inquiry describes meat and fruit rationing in Brisbane. It mentions line managers, agents and growers, a limited fruit supply and concerns over adequacy of provisions for the population.
Postwar analysis highlights Queensland’s development and reconstruction efforts. The Times examines how war stimulated industry and infrastructure, boosting employment and regional production while shaping political and social change across the state.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.