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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 04, 1946

Page

9

Community meeting in Mirriwinni plans event and funds

A local gathering in Mirriwinni discussed public invitations, funds for England relief, and committee roles. Delegates to CWA ALP EA were named, and a social evening at Mirriwinni Hall raised money with prizes won by Dorothy Evitle Colin Ward and Mary Bartel Trembath.

Mirriwiniel Mirriwinnl Mopo Msiniea Fran Ward Alcermvning Pombe Rommiiee Eae Eleton Cnvoling Messrs Lintey Netleen Wea CWA ALP Sauieiong AE Renin Mit Ee Failon Sra Ward 1Cw B. Altman Mirriwinat Hall Alyivay England Monte Carlo Dorothy Evitle Colin Ward Sonlight McElly Mary Bartel T- Trembath Lamper Ay de Meg Ladie Montague James Glinster

America Still Seeks Imported China In New York Dispatch

AP report from New York describes confusion over imported Chinese porcelain amid remarks by officials and industry observers. The piece notes interest in English china and remarks on trade and consumer choices, referencing multiple unclear phrases about figures and opinions.

Bolivia’s turbulent history and rich resources analyzed

A survey traces Bolivia from colonial gold and silver to tin wealth, mineral belts, and vast highland plains. It outlines climate, geography, and transport, and recalls border disputes, political upheavals, and wartime impacts shaping a lengthily unstable republic.

South Amarica Et Gane Far East Bolivis Ita Mounte de Ande Tengih Sorata High Tableland Cerro Gordo Brazil Argentine Paraguay Bolivia

Novelty products promise safe children’s goods display

A London exhibition showcases postwar child friendly items. Laces in bright colours claim lasting appeal while a chair safe from tipping draws attention. A glass lace, metal fittings, and a backseat safety hat are among wartime research inspired items. The display includes four fully furnished children’s rooms with toys, clothes, and nursery models.

Aritam London

Locust Killer Touted in Sardinia Grain Saving Effort

Report claims a new Locust Killer tactic aimed at protecting up to 200,000 tons of vital grain. Unclear details cite UNRIGA involvement and a rush to deploy the method in Sardinia.

Sardinia Unriga

Poland Wages Bicycles War Sa w

An unclear Polish press agency note mentions bicycle production and a factory at Byagowece with references to supply and output. Details are garbled but indicate wartime production efforts and a focus on bicycles and related gear. Names, dates, and locations are obscured.

Bolivar Chile Pacific Bolivia Peru Pacife Seaboard Paraguay Gran Chaco Svout Sucre Fotog Tutlenca Bolvis South America Fernate Germany Pearl Harbour United States Penarandz Chaco Guillermo Gutierres Newspape Bolvia Warsaw Claire Hs

Fragmentary notice on parcels and names in old record

An incomplete OCR fragment mentions a parcel and a person named Downie, with a rumor or note about a Lee and a home. The readable text is sparse and unclear, offering minimal concrete facts or dates.

Hydraulic camera mounts aid motion picture work

Emil Oster of Columbia Pictures unveils hydraulic prewar camera mounts developed with the Motion Picture Academy Research Council to stabilize shots on fast moving platforms. Inspired by naval gun turrets, the system lets cameras be steadied in any direction, reducing crane shot needs and enabling steady aerial and vehicle footage.

Arte Vap Bere UA Neers Ant Hie Eehrew Holtswood Femson Avery Seed Fim Tata Balanick Hollywood Emil Oster Columbia Pictures, Inc Yee Picture Academy Research Council Geter Wevin Hits Bateg Eed

Italy Designing Own Fashion Shapes Rome Styles

Rome fashion houses present designs blending Rome Milan and Turin influences. The Spring shows feature full skirts and jackets with extreme necklines, printed fabrics, and heavy embroidery. Italian fashion highlights include emphasis on cotton and wool workmanship and high domestic prestige in the postwar era.

Rome Ialy France Milan Turi

War era soup packaging aids relief efforts abroad

During wartime efforts UNRRA adopted short-cut methods to deliver aid to millions. The article notes "Avarated Soup" and other packing innovations using cartons and cartons for relief, highlighting contracted reductions and distribution to starving populations amidst conflict.

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