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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 14, 1943

Page

4

Rationing Rules Warn of Barred 40 WeEsTecs

The notice warns that 40 Westecs are barred under new rationing rules. It notes the regulations and reminders from authorities, emphasizing compliance and penalties for violations.

Brisbane District Court martial hears four charges against A K Cheeierdl

The court martial in Brisbane heard four charges against A K Cheeierdl relating to on duty assault on a constable, civil offences while on active service, and conduct prejudicial to military discipline. Witnesses described the accused striking a military policeman with a webbing belt, an assault in public, and abusive language toward police during a disturbance on November 28 in Brisbane.

Cheeierdl Brisbane F. Neiendart Ghent Angus Thersarives Amnt Corian George-street Cole

Stranded airman owes life to commandos in court

A circuit of fragmented testimony centered on a siege of fights and a missing identity claim. A man testified he watched brawls and tried to intervene with a companion, while police described a scuffle on Queen Street. The accused denied involvement, claiming mistaken identity and citing military discipline. The court heard about the arrest and charges related to conduct during active service and disturbances at Adewide Street in November.

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Maane Produce Market Ban Noted In Ledger

A fragmentary OCR item appears to describe Maane Produce Market facing a ban or restriction. The readable text mentions dates and ages, with unclear quotes and stray phrases. The piece lacks coherent context but centers on regulatory action involving the market and a local person.

Unclear text on administration remarks and wage talks

Nonsensical OCR passage references AWC administration in Sydney on January 13. Mentions whitewashing, Peter Cruise, Lent Parker Cruise, and a wage dispute. Lacks coherent facts, names, or dates to summarize reliably.

Sydney Peter Crue Cube Parker Bn Wien AWC

Cairns Patriotic Mr Howard and the AWC turmoil

A fragmented Cairns bulletin outlines internal conflict within the Australian Workers' Commonwealth tied to Mr Howard and Mr Dwyer in Sydney headquarters. It notes rumours, positions, and shifts within the AWC advancing or hindering reform efforts, with references to officials including Terfete Ancations and local figures. The piece hints at a broader inquiry and staff restructurings affecting leadership and loyalty within the organization.

Howard Dwyer Bryan Mowe Sydney AWC 3. Dople Reginirar Terfete Corey Droedare Meadvind Danas Chaife Raper

Civilian Defence Urges Unified War Effort At Home

In a wartime message the National Director of Civilian Defence stresses that air attacks threaten the nation and urges all citizens to organize every resource. Citizens must sacrifice materials, work diligently, and support rationing to build a robust home front defense and sustain war production amid shortages.

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Tobrue Was Piche as Ledger Figures Surface

Fragments show garbled text about an accountant and a ledger. Names and clear facts are unreadable, leaving only hints of a discussion on ledgers, ages, and possible criminal context. No definite events or persons can be established from the readable portions.

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Agriculture officials forecast sweet corn plans for northern tableland

The Agriculture Department, after talks with U S service officials, aims to grow sufficient sweet corn in the north. A single production unit would cover regions from Sarina to the Athacran Tableland, including Gay and other areas, to meet civilian needs.

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Rainfall Report From January Week Over New York

Weather summary notes heavy rain and mist in New York area during week. Reports indicate rainfall totals near four inches with tightened conditions and cooler breezes, affecting daily activities and travel.

Union membership steady amid small decline in 1M year

The report notes a drop in membership and a reevaluation of allied unions. Patton led a delegation to the conference today, with officials detailing year to date figures. Total enrollment shows a decrease from the prior year, though specific counts are not fully clear in the text.

Sainbane Patton Tole Toe Union Miley

Balmain Nurses Protest Hunger Strike Over Meals

Fragmented report describes Balmain Nurses staging a hunger strike and protests over meals, referencing postwar policy debates on repatriation, reconstruction, and civilian powers. The dialogue mentions authorities and concerns about High Court jurisdiction and economic security as workers voice grievances.

Balmain

Tempered talks on workers rights and powers in state

A report on debated employment and unemployment powers, Premier Curtin and Mr Nimmo discuss extending Commonwealth authority to ease living standards. Ambulance cases and workplace injuries are noted, including Tyre service worker injuries and farm produce agent renewals.

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Gift coupons and January 1 limits amid price controls

An order by the Tea Control Board limits gift coupons and any redemption after January 1. Retailers face penalties if coupons are misused. The text references stock disbursement and possible centralised control, with broader political commentary on powers and distant cities.

Commonwealth Ginette Lo Cay Ne ‘Tea Control Board Imine Fe

Unclear OCR fragment on Commonwealth Powers Bill debate

Fragmentary OCR text shows references to a parliamentary debate on a Commonwealth Powers Bill. Mentions Me dF and a son of the Siete Parlement, with scattered phrases about amendments and commissions. Many unreadable segments prevent a full reconstruction of events or identities.

Dita Nicklin Evatt Orion Minto Bilwader

Ironworkers strike over management dispute in Brisbane

About 35 Ferroworkers Union members walked out in Brisbane after a dispute over employment terms. The Metal Trades Employers Association says the arbitration decision was not followed, while union leaders accuse employers of forcing the strike to clear the path for new arrangements.

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Casualties and POWs Reported in Australian Theatre Action

Melbourne dispatch summarizes wartime casualties and prisoner of war cases across Australia. Names and ranks include Sergeant J Deveriah-Maores Longreach, Flying Officer FOG Eisen, Sergeant R O Week, and Aircraftman GT Richarde. Reports reference Queensland, Brisbane, Rockhampton, and Longreach with ongoing recovery and migration notes.

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AIRCREW KILLED IN RAILWAY ACCIDENT IN BRISBANE

A list of air force personnel including Aircraftman LY OConnor and Warrant Officer J Clark is reported as killed or injured after a railway accident near Brisbane during air operations. Other named airmen and officers are listed as casualties or injured in the incident.

Lovell Brians Omer Sergram Uniop Bewbane Fen Seri H Wiehden Ease Dangarouely S Alverattman RA Sareper J Gl ‘Clark Grisbane M. Galloway Pomions A. Hoicor Megane FP Ormersen A. W. Procopis Surfers Paracior

Venereal disease control debate in Brisbane meeting

A Brisbane council session on January 13 discussed strengthening penalties and notifying infection sources to curb venereal disease spread. Delegates, including branch secretary Mr Fallon, urged federal action and broader public health measures. The motion passed unanimously, urging tighter penalties and national coordination.

Brisbane Fallon AIF

CASKET 758. VIER? TO matreane. BRISBANE Janiery Golden Castet Wo.

Fragmentary OCR list of names and limited phrases from a Brisbane venue event. Mentions seem to refer to casket or prize items, participants or participants’ surnames, stalls, and placements but specifics are unclear. Names include Remy WC Serbey Ff Cooper Wangs Lambouros A Monier Inmaneare Laney care Tattombam Dox Bh and W. Garrett.

Brisbane Prine Remy Serbey Cooper Wangs Lambouros A. Monier & Inmaneare Stalls Laney Care Tattombam Dox Wicher Tourth Texet Wai Siltwan Kahier W. Garrett WF. Gat. Giltenan Lo Willams

Allied Bomber Offensive Report From Pacific Front

General briefing details air attacks in the Southwest Pacific. Bombers strike towns, railways, and airfields while enemy positions face ongoing pressure. The report notes long-range raids, fighter support, and continued Allied push toward strategic targets amid difficult terrain.

Moratorium Rules Canberra Debates Interester Rights

A Canberra moratorium proposal outlines changes to war service and rental terms. The amendment clarifies purchaser and lender rights for interlinked dependants and tenants, with exceptions for joint occupancy by dependants or spouses.

Canberra Jamuary Tae Asornes-Gruera Fysll Nera Lend Howe Arthur

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