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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1944
Page
2
AP report covers a public discussion in Innisfail on food position policy. Officials including chair and secretary led a session examining rationing, distribution, and price controls amid pressure from residents and Council.
A Brisbane market report lists fruit and produce quotes with prices per unit, including pineapples, lucerne, peaches, apples, grapes, tomatoes, cabbage, carrots, beets, and beetroot. Prices vary by grade and weight, with several items noted as special or limited and some lines indicating stock or grading conditions.
A letter published in Thursdays paper from Hon Secretary BO Balfe and President GUS Furlong explains that individual opinions voiced at a recent sub-branch ASSALLA meeting do not necessarily reflect the group's views. The response clarifies that meetings were of a demonstrative nature and all members have a right to express opinions.
Innisfail council hears Dr S Page urge restoring London to Cairns shipping via Torres Strait as a post war measure. He argues it would be cheaper and faster than via the Indian Ocean, suggests Darwin as homeward port, and backs a conference with Cairns Townsville and other regional bodies to press the plan.
Local report details contributions toward the Cairns Patriotic fund including totals from state employees Cairns Railway and Barron Falls Mydro-Electricity Board. It notes Civilian Rights Committee discussions and calls for public backing and municipal market ideas, with a formed committee including W.T. Batchelor Bills W Mallyon J Steing and S Reid.
A collection of obituary and memorial notices including Alf Hane of Sherwood and Inniatail, Edward Amibrone Reni remembered by family, tributes to Ted Martin and family of Lower Tully, Jean Ouve Huan and Thema Kes Teyston memorials, and Alley in loving memory notices from family and siblings.
A brief note from a newspaper subscriber mentions reliance on the Australian Associated Press for overseas news. The reference underscores the paper’s use of external wire service reports for international coverage.
A 1940s retrospective notes Allied gains and Axis setbacks across the Mediterranean. It recalls Mussolini’s decline, Italy’s surrender, and Allied operations from El Alamein to Gallipoli, with emphasis on Greece Corsica Malta and potential southern Europe invasions.
The report notes Mussolini seizing Corsica and: Allied air threats from Soviet and RAF raids. It highlights potential Ajaccio to Rome shuttle flight plans, reflecting high stakes in the Corsican crisis and the broader war theater amid Mussolini and Hitler facing defeat.
Brisbane reports January 26 that Deputy Potato Controller Mr. E Beabiner said plate production would rise. He noted 3300 farmers contracted to grow this crop but urged doubling planting for the next crop starting next month to meet demand.
An American pilot landed safely after an operation in hostile territory. Native villagers cared for him until extraction arrangements and safe return were coordinated. Reports describe aerial combat and heavy anti aircraft activity surrounding the mission.
Wholesale ceiling price of apples in Brisbane rises to 1 shilling per bushel to cover higher costs. In Stanthorpe and surrounding areas Ravensteins set wholesale at 20 shillings 8 pence per bushel and 74 pence per pound, with retail around 17s 9d and 74d. Prices apply to best quality fruit.
The Johnstone Shire Council Finance Committee recommended forming a Northern Local Authorities Association for councils north of Townsville. The committee advised Atherton Shire Council on a suitable conference venue and supported hosting the ninth conference at Townsville. The council adopted the recommendation at its January meeting.
In Brisbane on January 24, nine workers were dismissed for refusing to clock in. The Disputes Committee did not seek government intervention as a settlement of the dispute was reached. About 1800 to 2000 employees, including those at subsidiaries, could be affected if a strike occurred. Eleven men were fired for defying time sheet rules.
London dispatch reports no public backing for Japan attacking Russia from the east. Analysts question motives for Japan to intervene against the Soviet and note Japan is not capable of turning the tide. Commentators say Allied war effort and German setbacks reduce any incentive for Japanese action and foresee limited impact on Britain and American supplies.
Witnesses report Allied second front likely in southern France. German troops occupy and loot coastal areas from Marseilles to Mentone, tearing down the Promenade des Anglais and damaging monuments. Civilians endure forced labor and rationing worsens as luxury hotels are held, while cheaper设施 deteriorate and food shortages intensify across the region.
Workers were conscripted for tunnels near Hitler's Berchtesgaden villa. Herbert von Siedel claimed German radio in Moscow that foreign laborers were allegedly killed to hide the tunnels. He described a long, fenced complex built around Hitler's residence with many workers dying during construction.
January 14 final details of government policy for internal air lines after the war. The Inter Departmental Committee recommends nationalisation with strong cabinet support, while caucus leans toward outright government ownership. Doubts persist on whether the constitution permits federal enterprise without amendment.
Canberra January 24 The Minister for Commerce and today that Australia supplied the bulk of flour used by United States forces in the Southwest Pacific. A few months ago 500000 tons were sold to the British Ministry and since then further contracts have been entered into. It is essential that every firm operate no fewer than three shifts wherever possible.
The cabinet decided to allow import of nitrate of soda from Chile for Australian farms and set pricing to apply to all main shippers including North Queensland. An immediate step will import 200 408 tons of rack phosphates to support agricultural needs.
Rumanians fear a Soviet push on the Romanian border could trigger upheaval at home. reports describe Russian aims to seize Bessarabia and northern Bukovina, with refugees swelling to 000 as fear grows in Moldova and along the Prut River. British emissaries parachuted to Bucharest to warn of Hitler’s peace plan implications, while Romanian officials resist German demands to hand over the exiles.
The report records Soldier Samet MacTaggart entering a not guilty plea on all charges. The fragmentary text mentions a dog bite and a witness, with unclear surrounding details and potential misreads from OCR. Further reliable details are unavailable in the provided fragment.
London January 12 health ministry and four leading doctors publish interim findings from a two year office study on synthetic vitamins. About 1400 British children and factory workers were dosed with capsules donated by American physicians. Results show no significant effect on weight hemoglobin blood pressure or worker output though some measures were inconclusive. The report notes vitamins A thiamin miravavin ascarbic acid nicotinamide and vitamin D were tested.
Melbourne January 24 workers in six wool stores abstained from duty after a secret ballot backed a 14 day annual leave and a one day week. Packer Union Storemen referred the dispute to the Hall Disputes Committee for an immediate conference with employers. If employers resist the strike could spread through the woollen industry.
The Defence Vehicles Co reports that 74 units of apparently idle defence vehicles were earmarked for transfer to government departments for essential users. Queensland Laying Minister Mr EJ Walsh comments on the sale and management of surplus assets.
In Brisbane on January 24 a meeting of electors urged Toowong’s member to join the Queenalang People’s Party. Mr Massey addressed the gathering noting political disunity risks and three cornered contests, urging unity to avoid them.
Australian Associated Press reports London January 2 that there was no enemy activity over Britain on the night of January 1. It is announced that two more enemy aircraft were destroyed over England on Friday night and Saturday morning, totaling 12 destroyed.
In Brisbane on January 24 the Master Butcher Federation secretary Mr J Munro said the meat coupon scale must soon change as only one pound of loin chops or less than a pound of boneless jade steak could be obtained per coupon. Half-bone cuts deter buyers, causing butchers to hold large carryovers.
SANBERRA January 24 A security order is issued amid reports of a plant that could produce two tons of rubber from weed. The controversial project claims high yields and potential for aluminium industry ties. Observers note broad leaves and latex quality, while authorities weigh future funding and regulation.
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