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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1952
Page
10
A Melbourne economic discussion highlights higher wages as a driver of living costs and inflation. Experts warn wage rises may outpace productivity, urging a comprehensive review of wage adjustment mechanisms amid cautious business conditions and rising taxation.
Loving memory of our denember and Brande. Always remembered by husband and father near Abra who. January 6, 182. Hinderted ty nu loving wife and augers.
The city mourns Alderman Murchison who served Cairns in the Railway Department and as mayoral figure. His unselfish public life earned respect from colleagues and citizens, with tributes noting his loyalty, duty, and long service to Cairns North Queensland. The community reflects on his leadership and the steady example he set for civic duty.
Rainfall remained confined to the northern Brisbane area on June 3 as showers and scattered thunderstorms affected northwestern districts. Injuries from a scaffold collapse near the north coast were reported, with ambulances and a doctor attending the scene and warnings of renewed thunderstorm activity in the coming days.
The monsoon trough in North Queensland is expected to bring heavy rain to Cairns and the Gulf country. The acting deputy director Shields said the exclone of Withe Teland area may see rain, with showers extending as a front moves south, improving conditions for Queensland afterward.
A discussion centers on a broad security check of individuals linked to Communism amid carnival plans. Officials stress limited powers of the Commonwealth and warn against fearing overseas activists, arguing attendance should not trigger bans. The dialogue notes invitations to notable figures despite concerns of propaganda risks.
The article notes plans for a Cairns Municipal and Cairns Boy Scout bands to travel to Mareeba for a festival, with a festival lineup and events across Alberton and Mareeba towns. It mentions fees and local arrangements, and expects varied attractions including street music and renditions during the weekend.
In a detailed report the Shire Council discusses a proposed loan package of around 20,000 pounds to fund road, building, and drainage works. The plan includes a 16,000 pound mainland project and 4,000 pounds for site improvements, with aims to accelerate municipal repairs and public works across the district.
A fragmented shipping notice lists vessels and routes with arrivals to Cairns Sydney Melbourne Auckland and Newcastle. It mentions Lady Teaket Cairns February 4 and other ships loading timber gas and cargo at Townsville Port Melbourne and Portland with varied scheduling and sailings.
A man was found with a purse yesterday after a disturbance. He was injured and transported by ambulance to a hospital where he later recovered. Local authorities are reviewing the sequence of events and seeking additional details.
The Cairns weather station logged a minimum temperature around 1 degree and a series of readings including 7 degrees with humidity near 78 percent. Rainfall in the last 24 hours totaled 2 points, no significant fall, while forecast rain bands move across the Peninsula and Queensland with moderate to heavy rains on the Peninsula and scattered showers south of Cairns.
A fragmented weather summary lists rainfall readings from multiple Queensland towns including Cairns, Cooktown, Townsville, Archer Point, Cardwell, Ingham, and Tully. Figures show varying totals with yesterday’s data, highlighting broad geographic spread and notable heavy values in several coastal centers.
An incomplete letter from Lincoln Engin discusses Christmas expectations and family concerns. The writer notes a 44 year old daughter lacking a place and wonders what the month will bring, mentioning ongoing work and memories of a person named Joe.
Market officials and council representatives plan a mass meeting at Theatre Royal to discuss the wholesale price crisis. Citizens reported extended hours, longer queues, scarcity of meats, and stores bracing for a Friday rush as Gov action looms and potential price fixing laws are cited.
A WDRA delegates meeting, delayed to 11 50 am due to late arrivals, convened to consider proposed amendments to rules. The session referenced disciplinary actions by clubs including the Bancsfail Turf Club, Cairns, Kolern Turf Club and Abmedes, and noted motions regarding officers H Wiese C1 O'Bees W M Thomas and Dr W Markwell.
Cairns Turf Club members debated amendments to racing rules, including prize money thresholds and club course use, with O'Brien, King, and Andrews opposing stricter limits. Amendments about sole club registrations and rotating course use failed, while emphasis stayed on smaller clubs' value to racing and board’s financial prudence.
Tributes flow as Mr Mamun Sare heads the new board of management. Secretary M E E L Carmine lauds the substantial work on new rules and the committee cheers the elected members. Several incumbents rejoined, including Thomas and Winton, while Waton and Andrews withdrew from seats. A special morning session and an afternoon meeting with club reps followed the formal vote.
From scattered notes and garbled lines a brief glimpse shows a sports season review focused on Chasemans. Names appear jumbled but indicate a summary of performances, perhaps noting wins losses and key figures. The text lacks clear dates venues or scores to anchor a precise event.
A fragmented OCR item references wage policy and public reaction. The readable parts mention wage levels, development, and potential involvement by authorities or institutions, but concrete details, names, dates, or places are not discernible.
The fragment describes unusual activity near Port Douglas with mentions of women fishing and local figures noting rare sightings. References to a person named Tom Montes and a local captain appear amid garbled lines about crocodiles, the Daintres region, and sightings during a period described as sunny with calm conditions.
A historical note reports a sharp drop in Australia’s butter exports and overall exports for the five months ending November 4, 1980, with a widening trade deficit. Dr Carter Day, Acting Commonwealth Statistician, cites declines in multiple exports and increased imports, highlighting the fragile balance of payments and a 6,709,000 deficit alongside broader commodity declines. The data cover months up to November and detail specific figures for butter, beef, lamb, wool, and other products.
Jan 34 Brisbane reports say the Council of Poultry Farmers protests claims wrongdoing by a secretary. The farmers seek court action to restrain price fixing and challenge the Prices Commissioner’s powers to set egg and meat prices. Officials from the Poultry Market Board are challenged over controls on sales and pricing.
In Stamford Bridge London the British Empire rugby league team defeated New Zealand by four goals to one penalty goal. The match, played at the Kiwis request, marked the tour's severest defeat despite some bright play by New Zealand winger and Underscored players.
The Minister for Agriculture Colima stated that the advance payment for undelivered sugar under Pact No.1 would be issued by the end of May. A separate end of March payment for red KuEeT deliveries is planned with charges assessed if applicable.
A damaged report notes carcases of lamb from Victoria arrived in Cairns on Thursday morning. Estate managers say consignments will be regular if costs stay reasonable. The move aims to relieve a meat shortage and support local butchers in Cairns and surrounding districts.
At the Annis conference in Tradex Hall today Burbank figures led by Mae Guerasi and Profeminal Piaher Ben's League urged the state government to grant a general subsidy for the fishing industry. Representative Duncan Winyatqiey Teague argued subsidies would raise supplies by about one percent. Supporters urged removing packing charges and token sales limits to streamline costs while noting rising foodstuffs prices over the prior months.
A fragmentary report details an injury to an individual described as a mechanic or worker. The account mentions an ambulance arriving from South Johnstonstown and transport to a hospital, with first aid given and a recommendation to consult a doctor. Names and exact places are partially obscured in the OCR.
A fragmented OCR item notes a delivery in Kres towns with unreadable details. The readable portions indicate a local route or service note dated during an unspecified period, but concrete entities, dates, or outcomes remain unclear.
The narrative describes the first parade of the S1 Battalion with officers including Major HS Willows and Captain J May Raiirecoratives. Details indicate the unit's parade setup, location around Calpe Revrespitativer and Towneville, and plans for extended activities across multiple sites.
Incomplete text mentions the Marder Barron and Capt Caspomiaria as perhaps involved in a tactical or military context, with references to a ham race and a main cycle. The meaning is unclear due to OCR issues.
Cairns could expand bulk sugar handling as planning progresses. The Colonist Suny Refining Co estimates four Queensland ports including Cairns Townsville Mackay could support bulk operations, with initial expenditure over 5 million pounds and potential new wharves and sheds beside Smith's Creek to enable efficient handling.
January 34 is listed as the date for Major General MR King OBE DSO to arrive in Townsville to meet civic leaders and inspect troops and garrison staff. The schedule notes a morning arrival, a civic leaders’ reception, and an evening event with miners and local officials.
The obituary notes the passing of Eryn Mich Tenet Nomiber amid a community rites on March 4 in England. It honors the late person, mentions a funeral at the Wir WD Farry site and the involvement of Berbertin and Mr Lo Eng. a brief tribute follows the ceremony.
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