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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1953
Page
5
Parts of a memorial notice mention memory of loved ones and a mother expresses regret. The legible lines reference a date and a family event, with incomplete names and tribute tone. The readable text is fragmented, offering a brief glimpse of mourning and remembrance.
A New Guinea agriculture note describes kenaf as a viable substitute for jute on a 100 acre crop. Reports mention experimental yields, fiber quality, and potential roles in local textile and trade, with government and research input cited. The region’s trial plots, costs, and prospects for scaling kenaf cultivation are explored.
Readable fragments describe a football league context with mentions of places and people. The text references a league, station, and locale terms, but specific teams, dates, and outcomes are unclear. The result is a partial, non-specific note rather than a complete report.
Jan 29 report details a deadly illness linked to a meal at a Brisbane establishment. Victims include Tom Gorailes and wife Margaret of Ama-Plog, with other diners James Datelaar Camp Hill and a wide group affected or hospitalized. Officials interview police and health department staff as cases decline.
Shipping movement notes show a vessel shifting from Hong Kong to Melbourne with planned calls at Sydney and Cairns. Cargo from Scandinavia and Europe destined for Melbourne will be loaded, while discharge at a South African port and other consignments are noted.
Cairns progress sees Welcome Home Trust assets for returned World War I soldiers pass to Cairns and district Citizens. A private Act move transferred trust control to sub-branch trustees W J Fulton W C Kynaston and E Barnes.
Senior Sergeant Perry testified about a parked car near a building marked as a prohibited area on September 13. Bowman Johnson admitted parking in front of the yellow line and said the car was later moved back into the restricted zone by someone else.
A fragmentary report notes Cairns, Innisfail, and Mareeba as primary clubs after a meeting that split clubs into primary and secondary groups. It cites Dr Markwell and Mr DBrien discussing prize money and rent disparities, with Cairns and Mareeba paying substantial sums while others paid far less.
The NDRA annual meeting appointed SURRA as the new stipendiary steward to replace resigned Kf Conaghan. Four or five applicants were considered with one standout candidate. Secretary EL Carr thanked the retiring official for guidance and support during tenure.
Fragmentary report describes a Bundaberg meeting where Mrs Barnes reportedly will not run. Voting and committee motions are noted, with references to Crickien left Inmlafail and a rough trip from Ynis fail Guritie to Cairns. The piece mentions Armament discussions and a new committee, including Dr Markwell and Mr Bren Voled.
The Liberal Party Leader Me. T A Allley plans to address the party in Britaneve in February. Hiley said Liberal candidates would unite and run by ballot. A new board was elected with Mesere Me, Lang CJ, Oren He, and Dr. Wo N among nominees. J. frail A.C Lang and others were named. The meeting then chose a chair, and prize money rules were debated. The total prize money distributed this year set an all time record.
Atheron Turf Club and related racing clubs in Gordonvale to Georgetown Hack Racing Club and others formed as primary and secondary clubs. Speaker Markwell outlined journey plans from Bundaberg to Rockhampton and Townsville, with the board proposing passenger service classification and potential year-end reorganization.
Tourists invited to travel on the states second diesel rail motor train entering service between Cairns and Ravenshoe. The initial run to North will depart Brisbane at 7 50 a m on February 3 and operate only during daylight hours to stopping places according to Commissioner Moriarty.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss northern weather cycles and period ranges. It mentions Breck era, Storaner, and Dees with uncertain terms and tentative definitions. The text hints at a forty year double period and attempts to relate climate cycles to these figures.
A scrambled report notes Shipping Minister and Senator Jee Wood expected to arrive to discuss the sugar trade and ship weekly movements. The delegation aims to assess waterside operations and facilities, with talks focusing on ship arrivals and port improvements.
March election looms as Labour faces bitter splits on price policy and betting shop limits. Voters hear heavy critique of government stance while tobacco taxation and petrol station growth stir debate. Key figures critique reform, urging steadier energy and industry measures amid uncertain future.
A chaotic OCR fragment references a wine festival, rail lines, and local transport issues near Cairns Port and Brisbane. It mentions delays, garage systems, and petrol concerns, with scattered names and places like Taasingh Kidston Oak Park Wyse and Redland Bay. The passage also notes council debates, street conditions, and sporadic incidents affecting drivers and residents.
An incomplete transcript describes a January meeting discussing facility needs and policy changes. It mentions the Department of Health and hospital ward alterations, a special meeting, and actions by trustees to focus on budget and potential incorporations. Individuals named include Dr Lester and Mr Jeseright, with attendees and medical officers referenced.
Fragmentary OCR outlines a pineapple industry report noting rapid growth in the Northen Canary region, with hints of factory activity and significant harvests. It mentions tonnage of produce, delivery patterns, and near term prospects over the next three years, referencing likely seasonal and regional factors.
A fragmented report from Bonn notes German authorities proposing budget adjustments for the year. Officials cite limited funds and aim to lower expenditures in health and military programs while preparing for steady support to finance ministries. The representation indicates a percentage of the budget allocated to key sectors may shift to address immediate needs.
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