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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 17, 1947

Page

6

Debates over ABC funding and sponsored advertising

A discussion critiques raising ABC funding via higher licence fees and sponsored programs. It questions advertising within national broadcasts, warns of bias risk, and compares to Britain’s BBC stance. Proposes retaining impartiality while considering revenue options.

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Overheating of Electric Iron Ends in Distress

A cluttered OCR fragment describes an overheating electric iron incident and related chaos. It mentions a household device failure, possible burns, and neighbors reacting as the scene unfolds with uncertain details and names obscured.

Attacked by Wild Boar in Mors County Rescue Ends

Dr William Markwall was injured when a wild boar attacked him near Bereeberky on the Herlwis River. Local bystanders aided as the animal turned on him again, with authorities describing the scene as a dangerous encounter and noting his condition.

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Obituary for North Avenue resident and family lines recalled

An obituary recalls the life and family of a North Avenue resident. The text honors the deceased, mentions survivors, kin, and local ties, and notes arrangements and location details.

Cape York Aero Club Aerial Whare Pathol

Cape York aero club reports a aerial mishap pathol investigation underway with officials detailing the incident at Cape York airfield. The event prompted emergency response and local authorities to secure the scene and assess damages and passenger injuries.

In memoriam mentions across city obituaries

Fragmented obituary-like lines honor various locals with phrases about loving memory. Names appear in garbled text, indicating a memorial section with multiple individuals and terse tribute phrases.

Local supply disruption prompts consumer notice in Mt

An amid text notes a multi community warning about supply interruptions affecting residents of Mt and surrounding areas. It references housing acts, government actions, and a district hospital response, with mentions of local officials and emergency measures.

Staffing Struggles at Cairns Hospital Figures Released

An Australian hospital board report details staff shortages across northern Queensland and New South Wales facilities. Cordonvale Hospital operates at near capacity with vacancies in nursing and trainee posts while other wards manage. Community groups donate gifts and funds for Christmas, and maintenance at the hospital progresses with tenders for upgrades and vehicle restrictions to ease patient care.

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Shipping Movements Skipton and Nearby Ports

Shipping notices show fragmented movements from Snoyne with agents Yeeorcay Savuee listing tebe Marita and Driabane damuacy set for 22 Cairne Jets on 31, Yond 16, plus Sydney departures to Newmatie via Aldean Sila Calne Tease to tindasge coal. Other consignments include Lukindy Pom and Lanling a Meuse, Stout and Sittin ty.

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Northern Weather Forecast for The Calves Post

Fragmented OCR notes describe a northern weather forecast. Keys appear to reference March and timing but text is garbled with unreadable names. No clear locations, dates, or measurable data could be confirmed.

Fragmentary Brisbane notices list odd names and numbers

A garbled OCR page fragment from Brisbane lists scattered names, numbers, and addresses such as Golden Casket Brisbane and various surnames. The text is incomplete with broken phrases and lacks coherent events or clear actions.

Commercial Pribbane Sale Report

Five lines of tuctorg hall were set at Rome 4 to LI and other lines were pan ned at 130 to MN 2 Puraphine sold at 7 3 to 8 0 and pan ned in a 6 6 to 5 0 Two lines of lucerne hay sold at 12 and 108 Minert that was paned in at 100 to 10 0 andden chaft was paned in at 12

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Drought Ravages Queensland Dairy Industry in Six Months

Drought continues to devastate dairy production in Brisbane area. For the six months to December dairymen reportedly lost over £2,250,000 due to reduced output. The figure excludes stock losses and fodder costs.

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Unclear figures on cheese production decline report

Fragmented OCR text shows mixed numbers and phrases about cheese production, dates, and a noted decline. Several nonstandard terms appear, suggesting a damaged source with inconsistent figures and references to periods, sections, and potential production categories.

Promotions and Transfers in Brisbane Admin Scene

Promotions and transfers dominate Brisbane administrative postings. Officials update staffing across CPS, CPM, and wardenships with movements involving Collinsville, Charters Towers, Mount Isa region postings, and appointments to Mining Registrar and Native Affairs offices as of January 18.

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Entries on commendation and departmental actions

A fragmentary report notes recommendations to the full board for commendation and temporary departmental assignments. It mentions Mr M Munrat awaiting leave, a four week absence, one additional week for Mackey and others, and Mr L Brown acting secretary during absence.

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Railway Appeals Board selects Cairns clerk as trains supervisor

The Railway Appeals Board reviews candidate Burns and others for the Cairns position of trains clerk and supervisor. It weighs experience at Chillagoe and Gympie, telephone communication, and direct supervision, with Jones and Barrow among rivals cited for the Cairns post.

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Cairns Boy Prominent at Soming Commonen

Cairns youth gains attention in a local event as he assists a major effort. The report notes a temporary leadership role and mentions Australian troops and distant ties to Queensland activities amid shifting positions and public interest. Close observers highlight the boy's notable involvement.

Drought Relief Report From Minister Notes Hidden Army Shortage

A garbled text fragment references drought relief and a ministerial report on army shortages and public attention. It mentions ensure funding and oversight but the readable content is unclear. The piece hints at evaluation and possible action on resources amid drought conditions.

Atherton Hospital Kiosk Report Summary

An obscure report mentions Atherton Hospital kiosk activity with named individuals and numbers. The text shows scattered names and references to railcar, retirees, and Beamer, but details are unclear and fragmentary. Further clarification is needed to extract a cohesive news item.

Fragmentary note on district watch and stationmaster actions

A murky excerpt outlines tasks by a stationmaster and district supervisor in Cairne. It mentions Thomas Daniel MeLésixhi, the Parker medal, and a witness at the training forum. The text references the Role of a supervisor and a pending assessment of duties and responsibilities.

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