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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 31, 1947

Page

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Vast Electricity Plan Links Most Parts of State

A vast electricity expansion costing nearly £10 million has begun under the State Electricity Commission. About £8 million of the work will be done by regional boards at Cairns Townsville Rockhampton and Maryborough with other tasks by Brisbane and Toowoomba suppliers. The program aims to bring power along the coast to farming areas inland, support irrigation for cane cotton and dairying, and provide a local market for coal in Howard Blair Athol and Collinsville. Work proceeds despite material and labour shortages.

Brisbane Queensland State Electricity Commission Cairns Townsville Rockhampton Maryborough Toowoomba Howard Blair Athol Collinsville

Bundaberg and North Queensland land plans and sales update

A dense report notes Cairns hinterland and North Queensland land areas, water rights and property sales under consideration by the Cairns Kertenay Board. It mentions Bundaberg polling, farm area conveyance, and a government tenant situation with plans for public sale events and supplementary measures. The piece references local figures and committees, including the Stace aiMrustice and government speak on Tenants.

Tela Sheenh Casper Rew Mili Yeppen Ems Park EL Ails Jones Ravteampton Sorialens Grmcersl

New Governor General Appointed for Australia

Reports indicate a new Governor General for Australia will be announced within a day or two. Mr J B Chifley states the appointment is expected before the prime minister leaves for a South African trip. Opposition hints at McKell possibly remaining in office if appointed.

Scien Australia J.B Chifley

Mediation in China Ends as Chiang Kai-shek Rejects Peace

U S mediation in China ends after Chiang Kai-shek declares communists refused all peace offers. Amid fears of protracted civil war reaction notes caution and calls to resist, while Allied officials discuss broader steps and possible shifts in policy.

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British Major Found After Kidnapping Ordeal

Major Collins, abducted earlier, was discovered dazed near Jewish Hospital at 11 98 o clock. A Jewish doctor described facial injuries and burns, while officials said he required crude treatment, but is fully conscious and expected to recover. Authorities noted no serious injuries beyond the older wound and he wrote letters during captivity.

Serubalig Collins Jewish Hospital Mar Druued Hin Dorehead Sandaard Calaw Linc

Fire outbreak at sea blanks ships and crew survivors

A Jan 90 cable from London reports a fire aboard a Fremantle bound vessel en route to Antwerp and Liverpool. The ship was sunk after cannons were fired, some crew evacuated, and survivors picked up by a Swedish vessel. An official inquiry will confirm the fate and origins of the two damaged boats and next of kin details.

London Tha Sap Fremantle Antwerp Liverpool Spain Fox Vemel Pahlason Reuter Ube Minter Teese Ube Samwaters Serid Australie

Sydney Wharf Stoppage Threat Raises Labour Tide

A reported Sydney wharf stoppage threat emerges as unions push for night work for labourers amid federation tensions. Officials warn the ban on night shift may trigger a large strike involving up to 1300 workers, with implications for all Australian ports.

London families face worst cold wave as power cuts spread

Bran and Ero London reports that despite some areas warmed by a gun, England endures a severe freeze. Across the country gas and electricity cuts leave thousands without heat and breakfast. Three deaths in France linked to cold are noted as rail and river traffic falters and coal barges freeze.

London England Franck Rhine Tanala France

Albania’s Claim Faces Soviet and Allied Counterclaims

In a chaotic dispatch from London dated July 2, reports surface of Albania’s claim contested by the Soviet Union and Allied powers. The article traces lobbying, procedural memos, and shifting positions among figures like Mr Robert Mharpayi amid international concern over transit and intervention.

London Jen Robert Mharpayi Wibentabe Alec Pease Beaty Praven Aiba Akio

German Mercy Killings Headline Echoed in Nuremberg Case

A fragmentary wire-service style notice from Nuremberg outlines alleged mercy killings tied to a wartime case. Details are unclear but reference ages and a total count, suggesting a formal inquiry into the deaths. Further text is incomplete.

Waterdale Waterfront Workers Strike Threatens Australia Wide Action

Brisbane reports the Waterfront Workers Federation banning overtime and night work for a fortnight starting next day. The move could affect up to 800 sailors and shipping crews in Brisbane, with promises of broader action across Australia if the federation’s demands are not met. Officials claim the union seeks safety and standard hours, while authorities argue limited power to compel work beyond normal hours.

Waternde Peparaion 3. Healy Sma Sustey Federation Hugh Court Suet Recugnines Brisbane Jay A Waterae Moses Peti Mt Po

British Regular Forces Strength Questioned in Parliament

An Australian dispatch reports Lord Addison stating the future strength of the regular British Army would be automatically aligned with imperial defense needs. The discussion touches Britain’s share of the United States population and war potential, amid debate on imperial defense.

London Dominion Lord Addison Howe

Polish elections warhixotok prompt fragment

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Polish election context with references to January 29 and a call for free unfettered elections. Names and places are unclear, but the fragment signals political process coverage and a press emphasis on legitimate voting rights in a troubled period.

Preparations for Royal Tour

London January 28 The Associated Press reports an army of workmen aboard HMS Vanguard preparing for the royal voyage to Africa. Admiral’s quarters and royal cabins are furnished in 18th century style as the ship awaits departure.

London A.ap Associated Press H.mls. Vanguard Britain Africa

Unclear text fragment in early issue notes seating and meals

This readable segment mentions a cabin, a ceremonial or formal gathering, and meal service during a royal or formal event. Names, places, and precise actions are obscured by garbled OCR, preventing a clear factual summary.

Royal tour boosts cruise liner with speakers and broadcasts

The voyage plans include polemical broadcasts and loudspeakers aboard to entertain passengers. Reuters will wire news, midshipmen publish a Vanguard Daily News four page, and radio Wanamaker will relay to England. A nightly film screening and concerto are planned as the Royal family and Princesses attend a “Crom ing the Line” ceremony.

United States Reuters Wvs Wirale Ally News Service Midshipmen Vanguard Daily News Vanguard Wanamiver England Wea

Moscow radio blasts Church plan over Europe birthright

Moscow radio criticized Mr Church's United States proposals of January 24. It argued Europeans shed blood in five years of bitter war to uphold liberty and independence and warned against swapping Hitler's yoke for Churchill. It claimed ancient European nations resist subjugation and would not exchange their status for that of South African natives.

London Moscow Radio Mr. Churchi United States Hitler Churchill Church Ie

Trans-Tasman Run Wa mine in Brisbane

Jan 2 report states Waiine ferry service event involving transiting vessel from Welingen to Lytetor, expected to reach Brisbane at 40 tone. Readable fragments indicate logistics and timing of an oceanic ferry run between Trans-Tasman routes with unclear origin details.

Wamine Bervice Brisbane

Noted Gambler Shot Dead in Melbourne Berth Case

A gambler identified as Yeon Shino was killed by a single bullet while traveling in a car in Melbourne. Driver Albert Pack was wounded and admitted to hospital. Detective Mildebrand found the scene near the docks with cash sums on Shino and in the car. The assault appears linked to gambling debts and a possible insider theft, with investigators pursuing leads among fellow countrymen and boatmen.

Melbourne Jan M Davial Yeon Shino Shue Boxun Fort Abit Albert Pack North Melourne Shino Tamuthi Wayne

Salvaging the Wanganella Wellington Salamis Readies Sale

Salvage efforts on the Wanganella Wellington near Jan 30 show progress as workers report completion of debris clearing. optimism remains that the vessel Veneel may be sold tomorrow, with salvage authorities planning next steps.

Fourth Test Commences Today at Adelaide

Australia faces a crucial fourth test as Keith Miller leads the pace attack in practice. Teammates struggle with injuries and a lingering strain, while selection pressures and spin options dominate pre match talks ahead of the tour.

Adelaide Owe Keith Miller Miller Linwall Jallecine Lindvall

Unclear text on Jewish terrorist Bondon incident

Fragments describe alleged acts by a Jewish terrorist figure named Bondon, referencing appeals to authorities and possible military actions. Text is garbled with names, places, and dates missing or unreadable.

Indian Princes Vondon Jan 29 Associated Pras cureypres

A fragment notes a 29 January entry involving Indian princes and a chamber, with references to a sale by agreement. It mentions Indian defenders and a cabinet mission, Maharsinhe and Prifices, with unclear context and names.

Prifices Janay

Dinosaurs skeletons in early discovery report

A fragmentary note describes paleontologists uncovering dinosaur skeletons in a site, detailing examination, weighing, and analysis of specimens. The text hints at many incomplete bones and a focus on reconstructing a prehistoric creature's scale and form.

Refugees May Come to England

A fragmentary note reports possible admission of refugees to England amid wartime policy. The text is garbled, but hints at government discussion and humanitarian action affecting displaced persons entering the country. It mentions unnamed authorities and multiple phrases suggesting policy shifts without clear dates or figures.

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