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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1947
Page
1
The Minister for Trade and Customs Senator Courtice announced reductions in clothing coupon ratings effective from today July 1. He stated the relaxations relieve cloth shortages as traders secured large cotton and rayon orders from the United States and Continental markets, aided by sales in Japan.
Senator Courtice argued that overseas supplies have not yet reached Australia but should arrive in the coming months. He praised the Rationing Commission for linking stock with future prospects and said immediate relaxations are justified to meet coupon demand as supplies build up. He noted Trade Advisory Panel cooperation and its national view on what can be justified now.
A report compares old and new ratings for rainwear fabrics. It notes war fabrics woven with rubber suitable for raincoats and details new items like capes jackets and aprons made from these materials.
The chairman of the Commission notes a first strong reduction in cotton garment ratings since rationing began. Australia benefits from improved overseas supply and importers placing orders for more cloth. The cotton shortage remains a key problem for the Ration Commission, despite some easing. Linen shortages hindered progress and affected household goods pricing.
Documents claim a July plot targeted key sites in Western France including post offices and Fresnes prison. A Rennes report names arrested leaders such as de Vulpain and four French generals with links to rightist circles. Other figures include editor de Valpain and merchant Marc Jacquot, amid widespread arrests.
June 23 report from Lille cites General de Gaulle warning that Russia dominates two thirds of Europe and that latent elements of hegemony are forming in Europe. He calls for a United Europe of free nations, a balance of power, and criticizes Communist influence and Labour unions as politically subordinate.
London report says the three power talks have deadlocked as British, French, and Russian positions diverge over the Marshall plan and a joint economic policy for Europe. Molotov signals cautious stance while Bevin seeks a clear yes or no on cooperation from Moscow.
Two British experts examined potential uranium deposits, assessing geological clues and regional survey data to gauge viability. Their report outlines exploration plans, sampling methods, and preliminary estimates of the ore’s grade and location.
Paris reports reveal divergences in approach to the Marshall plan while officials seek a practical, non political review of needs. Molotov proposes concrete ideas as experts prepare to assess principals views and a potential machinery for European economic planning. Bevin to decide on efficiency and urgency of future meetings amid debate over a broad program.
AAP reports unofficial figures claim about 2000 Ukrainian fighters were killed wounded or captured as Security Corps units, backed by ex Wis officers, pressed a drive through wooded terrain using machine guns. Government says campaign aided by Russia and Czecho.
BRISBANE June 34 A wreck possibly the Yongala, the Inter-State freighter lost with 1,000 aboard in March 1911, has been located about 11 miles east of Cape Bowling Green by the survey ship Lachlan. The find could identify the Yongala’s resting site after decades of search. If confirmed, divers will settle the mystery of the disaster in the Timor Sea region near Mackay to Townsville.
In Canberra June report indicates private ships under government requisitioning will be released shortly though freight rates must be settled first. A federal authority says a July decision will set new rates and a final end date for requisitioning amid anticipated higher freights to cover operating costs.
Severe flooding worsens across Mississippi as ongoing rainfall raises danger levels. Officials urge evacuations, describe extensive damage to homes, crops, and roads, with emergency operations coordinating rescues and relief.
London June 7 Major-General Lewell W. Beoks director general of UNEEA marks the virtual ending of U.N.R.A. aid and says the agency steered clear of politics while showing it can function efficiently. The Paris conference on Europe must succeed as hunger and economic collapse threaten a postwar world. U.N.R.R.A. delivered over 900 million pounds of supplies to 17 countries, with 250 million used to rehabilitate internal economies and 112.5 million for distribution channels. The agricultural program spent about 50 million as a first step toward self sufficiency.
The Times correspondent reports thousands of peasants gathering in Debreczen for harvest festival as Ti my and Dinnyes address Smallholders Party. Fears grow the party may split vote to Right and Left. Sviridov condemns dissidents. Dinnyes and Dobi deny voter disfranchisement. leftward shift discussed if tradition endures.
Reuters dispatch from Dusseldorf quotes German Communist leader Max Reimann calling for the Marshall Plan to be tied to a genuinely united German Democratic Republic. He argues that the nation’s future should belong to the people rather than monopoly capital.
Shanghai dispatch reports Mukden battles as Nationalists lift control of Shepingkai after a six mile dash from Mukden, with Changchun forces entering next. Claim cites 140000 troops, North Koreans and Japanese prisoners, vast artillery and aircraft. Communist casualties said to exceed 50000 across an 18 day fight.
Widespread floods hit the Wellington and Wellington province region after a ferocious storm. Ten inches of rain in 24 hours caused extensive flooding, rail line inundation near Shapson, and river rises submerging thousands of acres in the Pukio basin. A Maori farmhand drowned near Masterton while many settlers were rescued from rising waters.
An Army Intelligence officer visited the flying boat base at Darwin amid tight security following spy headquarters orders. He claimed Australian roots and recalled early life in Teamania, expressing eagerness about the visit and pride in his Australian identity.
A speaker expresses pessimism about a new war yet believes the world is settling after a great storm at sea. He notes patience with restraint and rejects further conflict while recalling a curfew incident and a pilot declining vaccination. Monty is described in a distinctive uniform with a black beret.
Kevin Hunter Waldock aged 22 dies when his motor cycle collides with a stationary truck near Brisbane amid a minor crash scene. Police report the rider was riding alone and the accident occurred on a rural road near Ipswich on June 30.
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