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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 31, 1953

Page

1

Road and Rail Services Blocked by Floods

In the 24 hours to 9 am yesterday Cairns received heavy rain with the Cais Post Office at 9.50 inches and the aerodrome weather 9.03 inches. Flooding disrupted roads and railways, with water deep along McLeod Street and the railway line, and police diverting traffic from flooded sections as Mudwaters drained slowly.

Cais Cairns McLeod-street Railway Innisfail Jen Almont Trourtiyan Goandi Ave Sark Johnstone Johinston Inistell Eouth Zaha South Johnstone Hexham Mourigan Innis Arly Lis Roces Lawes Apcur Menbions Nour- Agen Palmerston

Floodwaters Drive Through Townsville Region

Widespread flooding disrupts roads and rail in northern Queensland. Rainfall totals soar as the Burdekin and other rivers peak, forcing evacuations and cancellations of trains. Townsville rail services suspended, with repairs pending as floodwaters recede.

Boxing Briesane Jon Landers Fight Report

Fragmented OCR notes describe a boxing event with Alan Landers at a stadium tonight. Mentions Lane Furmons, a close exchange, and references to various place names and numbers, but many words are garbled.

Briesane Alan Landers Krinekn Mons Tovnight Lane Furmons Ech Oler Landers

North Queenaland weather disrupts Calyns air services

Over the last two days weather in North Queenaland hindered outbound and inbound flights at Calyns. All authorizations completed normally. The ANA plane arrived back at Calne yesterday morning ending its Gulf country service and proceeding to stations as scheduled.

North Queenaland Calyns Calne

Leaders Clash of Election Speeches Planned for Cairns

In Cairns election activity builds with speeches planned by major leaders. tentative dates span February with events anticipated across Cairns including Mr Gaw and Mr Micklin delivering talks, and concurrent meetings with local figures Mulgrave Mourigan and Port Curis busy in late February through March.

Cairns Gaw Cairne Bickiy Micklin Wilte Peaninn Mulgrave Mourigan Port Curis Mincinell Diwindi

Not Reserved for Pakistan Brisbanes Coal Contracts

The article reports on Brisbane and Collineville coal contracts involving shipments to Pakistan and other nations. A spokesman notes low prices and satisfactory management, while executives discuss market expectations and potential disputes over contracts and deliveries.

Late Mr Scullin Canberra Message of sympathy from government

A damaged wartime style message from the Commonwealth Government extends deepest sympathy for the death of a prominent figure. The letter expresses condolences and hopes that sorrow will be comforted, reflecting formal official sentiment of the era.

Canberra Coramonweelth Prine Mipisie RG Menaies Scullin Ute Cammonwealth

Descriptive cricket match highlights with Ridings heroics

Dense match report chronicles Ridings and Raymer in a tense South Australia innings with Stumps showing strong performances by Pench and Pit, while Braen ord and Flynn struggle. Crowd reactions, Bowler Raymer, and Archer’s absent big score mark a cautious, uneven day as 170 attendance is noted.

Tellos England Ridings Talon Raymer Demonetes South Australia Fidinge Pinch Purth Pinen A Danehaffre Smith Braen Ord Queensland

National Service Training Canberra Phase Six Registrations Near

The minister for National Service announces sixth registration for national service training with call-ups toward end of August and June. About 37,500 youths have entered training since the scheme began in 1881 OC, with participants moving into navy and army roles.

Canberra Dan Agel Ag Force Son Jy Toe Sun Force

Federal Action on Tobacco Industry News in State Wimieter

Federal action prompts review of tobacco industry activity in Wimieter state. Officials scrutinize manufacturing, marketing, and distribution practices amid policy debates and potential regulatory changes. Stakeholders include state agencies and industry groups evaluating compliance and economic impact.

Martin sent to states toughest prison

Extraordinary precautions were taken during the transfer of Merlin and others from Parratgella to Central Station. He was placed in a prison van inside the gaol yard and guarded by armed warders. A photographer was seized after attempting to photograph the scene. The report touches on wartime measures, tobacco seizures, and security concerns surrounding high-profile transfers.

Merlin Parratgella Ra Central Station AL Central Station Martin

Port Syr Upage Unclear Magazine Snippet

Unclear OCR text fragment referencing a magazine page with stray letters and incomplete phrases. No identifiable people places or events to summarize into a coherent news item.

Melbourne set to host main stadium for 1964 Olympic Games

Victorian Premier Cain indicated Melbourne would select the Melbourne Cricket Ground as the main stadium for the 1964 Olympic Games proposal. Officials and MCC delegates prepared site plans andvenue allocations ahead of Monday’s conference, with details to be finalized by the Olympic Organizing Committee and city council.

Melbourne Jen Melbourne Cricket Ground Olympic Galier Madey Ue Melbourne Grickel Rustnes Jeder I. Cain Danielsiaaiaam Represent ‘Vallee M.C.C SES

Fragmented OCR News Item From Canberra January Detail

An unclear early 20th century Canberra item mentions members and events around the Prime Minister and Menzies, with references to a sale, a pioneer grower, and census outcomes. The text reflects a chaotic OCR capture with multiple garbled names and phrases, unclear dates, and embedded quotes.

Work on Cook Highway Delays Markers and Crew

Jan. 30 Douglas Smire, Mossman officials report that markers on the Cook Highway were temporarily dispensed with for maintenance work. The workforce, employed by the Dougie Shire Council and the Main Roads Commission, faced pay and staffing adjustments as cost-sharing and approval processes continued.

Mossman Douzige Sore Council MHC Igiad Gomtinas Tor Fis

Golden Casket Draws Major Prize at Brisbane

A Brisbane lottery entry shows a major prize won on the 12th day with several names listed as participants or prize recipients. Minor prizes are noted with multiple numeric codes and names, including entries associated with Stetson View Street and Dowling. The garbled text references dates, locations, prize numbers, and several individuals linked to the draw.

Brisbanne Care J Livingston Boxen Jork Beverin-sirret Getrag Pilih P Bendy Ean Gane Aeency Br Saan

Caspian Fishery Concession Rises in Retail Sales

A fragmentary report notes a Caspian fishery concession affecting retail sales of woods and related products. The piece references government actions and ministerial statements, with mention of Evatt and Soviet alliances, amid parliamentary proceedings and street demonstrations in Porton.

Weather Stations Improve Pacific Weather Reporting

Fragmented OCR notes describe wartime use of weather stations in the South Pacific and near the GE axis lines. Mentions Air Marshal Alan Ferrier and Civil Aviation efforts to expand a weather network for ships and planes, with many stations abandoned after wartime shifts and outbreaks of conflict.

Mie South Pacific GE Axis Elines Liqueit Bribbane Agate ‘Alent

Army relieves Public Information Officer over Korean operation

Seoul Jan 30 The Army today relieved the Public Information Officer of the Seventh Division following the controversial Operation Smack on Spud Hill. A spokesman promised full story would win praise when told, but gave no timetable for disclosure. Captain Clair M Wolfe said he was replaced after Sundays operation amid congressional demand for details.

Seoul United States Clair M. Wolfe Spud Hill

Distribution of Plans Shown to Generals in Raid

Crileian distributed operational law plans to generals and war correspondents invited to palchite action. Secret documents and color coded emblems of the jetts Division were visible. The attack was planned with artillery tanks and air support as troops moved to within close range and faced deadly fire.

Crileian Phen Jeetts Division Wolfe United

Production of tees imblinnad for Seibel Telamtere

Reports indicate a disruption in production of tees imblinnad for Seibel Telamtere due to a crew fault. Nearly 1000 pine items were mentioned as halted. Mr Moore observed the scene and officials stated the issue could affect Thursday’s schedule.

Tees Imblinnad Seibel Telamtere Parkewe Ther Moore

Danish Reply to Soviet Note Safer Than London Tactics

Fragmented text references a Danish reply to a Soviet note and London. It includes garbled names and impossible phrases. No clear incident, date, or context is discernible beyond mentions of Denmark and the Soviet note.

Establishing Laboratory for Butter Research Announced

A formal announcement outlines plans to establish a laboratory dedicated to butter research. The project names a coordinating organization and cites goals to improve dairy processing, flavor, texture, and preservation through controlled experiments and industry collaboration.

Coroner Criticizes New South Wales Railways In Inquiry

A district coroner’s inquiry into a fatal railway incident criticizes railway management and safety oversight. The report highlights delays, alleged lax maintenance, and calls for stricter supervision and sector reforms as the investigation details the circumstances surrounding the crash and its preventable factors.

NEW South Wales Railways

Inquest To Be Held In Bombay Coroner Announces Inquiry

The coroner in Bombay announced an inquest to be held into a murde r case under the jurisdiction of the district court. The proceedings will be conducted by Mr FW Renateri, with witnesses and evidence to be presented as part of the official inquiry.

Brisbane Dun Betty Ghanks Wilton Gruner Fes Bombay Aste FW. Renateri Hater Sala

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