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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1948
Page
1
Melbourne January 15. Victorian Government pushes Emergency Powers Bill despite union threats. Attorney-General Oldham says it would outlaw strikes in essential services without a secret ballot. Bill to Upper House tonight as railway workers threaten 24 hour stoppage at Newport power station.
Parliament wrestles with government power during a looming transport halt as emergency provisions face opposition. Leaders clash over use of state authority, with unions threatening strikes and ministers seeking new legislation to avert disruption while preserving public order. Senior officials warn of drastic measures if protests expand nationwide.
The Premier announced the cabinet would stand by if declaring the state of emergency became necessary. The bill passed the Assembly by 16 to 18 with debate over the timing and terms of any return to normalcy and the impact on rail and trade unions.
The article details an official explanation of an immediate order as a labor dispute continues. It notes union leaders and the executive committee urging restraint and calling for conference. References to unpaid protests, possible penalties, and ongoing talks with the Tramway Employees' Association highlight tensions and the push for lawful action.
Fragmented OCR text references a pact or agreement involving Dominion Voices with unclear details. The readable parts mention settlements, cement and a person named Kesly, but the overall context and clear entities are not fully recoverable from the provided text.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a fatal rail crash report involving Canadian railways near Montreal. Text mentions mariners, Dominion security, and possible wartime era context with references to seats, fuel costs, and an integration stance. Specific details are unclear due to damaged text.
The Richmond open faced uproar as two women from the elite scene were reported to compete, while organizers debated whether female athletes could run in certain events. The ongoing dispute centers on eligibility rules and how it affects livelihoods in the sport.
Reuters reports from Jerusalem that Arab tribes attacked Jewish settlements between Jerusalem and Hebron, with Neve Zilan near Jerusalem struck at dawn and Haifa seeing shootings injuring several. The Palestine Government authorized limited Arab guards for consulates in Jerusalem, with authorities indicating readiness to deploy Saudi troops to protect interests.
London dispatch reports General Auchinleck reviewing the Australian retreat from Syria and Palestine to the Pacific theatre. He notes civilian withdrawal, deteriorating tank readiness, and a German counter stroke that prompted a command change from General Cunningham to General Auchinleck, with government approval.
Fragmented text describes a mysterious corpse on a flight between Sumatra and Singapore. Rumors circulate about a prominent person’s death and possible crash or downing. References mention Soekarno era, Indonesian officials, and a suspected political motive amid unclear details.
Berlin report says Der Karier published by a French licensed paper that communist Plan M aims to paralyse the Ruhr with waves of strikes. The Cominform Bureau in Belgrade was said to coordinate socialist movements in Europe against the Marshall plan.
Berlin reports plan for a March start of strikes aimed at delaying Ruhr coal output and transport. British authorities question authenticity while German unions pledge to withhold shipments to force food deliveries. Coordinating committee names include Homitze Drebe Jadowski Ludwig Grossheim Korege and Pils.
Details issued describe continued Marshall Plan support through 1982 with estimated grants and credits to Greece Switzerland and Turkey. The United States Ambassador to Britain said aid would reach about 3000 million dollars in the first 15 months, aiding Britain’s balance of payments and recovery. The memo stresses UK sterling value concerns and Dominion contributors for stockpiles and raw materials.
Report cites Australian backing for a now under construction fleet of flying boats at Cowes with capacity for fourteen passengers. Official statements describe the craft as modern airliners promising long range and improved transport for military and civilian use, with project costs around five million pounds.
A fragmentary report from London notes changes in margarine and puller margarine rations around February and March 1. The minister for food is quoted explaining the adjustments aim to offset reductions in available supplies as the war continues.
Ambiguous report notes Greek guerrillas active near nightfall with clashes involving unidentified forces. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate ongoing sporadic fighting and security operations in the region.
Fragmentary OCR text records an Indians game with names like Sarwats Amarnate and Toamanie Aeday. It mentions scores such as 253 and 155 and references Serwates century and players Hacare Pheditet and Murteir Walmdley, but details are garbled and unclear.
Afghan leaders vow to press for Kashmir control despite international pressure. Latif Khan and Liaquat Ali Khan push for aggressive action, promising to back Afghan blood vengeance while denying any policy deviation. Congress and UN commission stance cited as constraints.
Jan 14 New York received two German war orphans aboard the slip from London en route to Australia. The children, from the Russian zone in Germany, were aided by the International Service Organisation and placed with an aunt in England before continuing. They are under care on the ship by Sydney Sprague who plans emigration to Australia. A Seattle woman supervised their visit in New York today.
President discusses U S economic strength and challenges amid rising prices and inflation. He cites record employment, high capital stocks, strong consumer demand, but notes deteriorating purchasing power and inflationary pressures. Proposes a 10 year plan emphasizing jobs, investment, and price stabilization.
Four men were arrested in New York as part of a probe into illegal shipments of explosives to Palestine. The FBI relieved the operation after seizing about 800 pounds of material and charging Philip Alper and others in a scheme to arrange the illicit consignments.
Melbourne reports the Full High Court hearing on the bank nationalisation challenge will be held in Sydney on February 9, with arguments over affidavits from Commonwealth and opposing counsel. The proceedings involve the Commonwealth Government and challenged parties Jeanke and Seates, with senior counsel for the Australiats bake seeking adjournment discussions.
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