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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 27, 1948

Page

3

Wyatt Earp Now Capable of Antarctic Reconnaissance

Sydney reports the Minister for External Affairs says Wyatt Earp will visit Australia's eastern sector for reconnaissance between longitudes 140 and 180. The central focus is the Mertz Glacier about 1800 miles south of Melbourne with surveys of Mertz and Rinnis Glaciers and east magnetic observations. The mission may reoccupy Commonwealth Bay and seek bases for future expeditions.

Sydney Mioeter For External Affairs HV. Eval Wyatt Earp Australia Melbourne Rinnis Commonwealth Bay Mertz Glack Tly

Unionists Ban on Hotels Ends in Port Kembla Strike

In Weokengong and Port Kembla unions vote to lift a boycott of 23 hotels. A three month trial of settlement terms includes trading hours, beer quotas, and price levels while hotel operators must meet conditions or face licensee refusal.

Sydney Weokengong Port Kembla Odending Trades and Tab Sur Council Boece Ables Andrea

World record milk yield set by British Friesian cow

London Jan 28 The Daily Herald reports Bridge Birch a British Friesian cow broke the world record for milk yield with 41 882 pounds produced in 329 days, beating Neilhy an Aro’s 41 063 pounds in 308 days. Ian Tholstein noted the record run.

London cDaily Herald Raya Ringwood Ampaine Ian Tholstein

Drainage Woes Hit Innisfail After Rainfall

Jan. 2. Recent rains caused drainage problems across the Senmatone Shire. Roads and bridges suffered damage with erosion reported near Hast Innistall and Masil's area. Authorities note some erosion and plan rock filling to stabilize the riverbank and flood-prone sections.

Innisfail Goratea Senmatone

Larger Parliament debate on electorates and redistribution

A historical discussion argues for enlarging the House of Representatives while adjusting the Senate. It notes current 36 Senate seats per state and 73 House members, calls for redistribution based on the 1948 census, and predicts possible House sizes around 108 to 110 with Senate at 34.

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Shark Attacks Spur Beach Alarm at Mona Vale and Nearby

A shark attacked Ufemvee David Rutten at Mona Vale Beach as crowds of about 126000 watched. Surfers and lifeguards battled the sharks near the breakers at several beaches including Whale Beach North Curl Curl Manly and Freshwater, with alarms sounding and bathers told to stay in shallow water while authorities urged caution. A local clergyman urged fishermen not to feed fish waste that could attract sharks.

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Former Soviet economist writes sensational book

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Veteran Seaman Por Reconstruction Course Anomaly

The report notes a veteran seaman who survived torpedo attacks and wartime service abroad is deemed ineligible for reconstruction training in Australia. It contrasts his case with a younger retiree admitted to a subsidised medical course, citing Commonwealth legislation anomalies discussed by Brigadier Lawrence at the Ex-Servicemen's Legion conference.

Melbourne England Nother Mediterranean Britten “Army Gut Dave Une Australis Jervis Bay Naval College Lawrence

Belgian Premier Statement Prefers No Boastful Tone

Belgian Premier urges leadership that avoids boastful rhetoric and emphasizes prudent governance and unity amid tensions. He calls for steady dialogue with allies, restraint in policy, and focus on domestic reforms to bolster public trust and fiscal stability.

AW.U Convention Tax Resolution On Agenda

The Australian Workers Union convention agenda includes proposals to extend chartered relations with New Guinea and other islands. Delegates are expected to attend, with three coming from Australia to participate. The talks also cover a proposed sanction of £35 for any member assault or improper conduct toward a union official, as discussed by Mr. Dougherty.

Unio Aus Aw.u Territorioaorth Australia Dougherty C.avention

Australian demobilisation figures reveal 7,700 freed veterans

Melbourne dispatch reports Victorian Director of Reestablishment Brigadier Lawrence cites figures showing 7 700 demobilised men and women by November 4 reducing wartime strength to 47 531 with 294 806 discharged beyond their reentry rights. He notes 27 117 returned to farming, 842 agricultural jobs approved, and total expenditure of about 1 807 000 on medical vestments and 83 000 on dependents’ benefits.

Melbourne Ausatian “Services Pusingsset Farme Lawrence Lnion Citmcri

Expelled from party over Catholic alliance with communists

A congress member faces expulsion amid accusations they attempted to split the party by leading Catholics away with Communist backing. The dispute centers on ideological alignment and party discipline as clashes over strategy intensify.

Congress Idea

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