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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 06, 1950
Page
7
A letter to the editor laments butter rationing and complaints about shopkeepers unfairly limiting portions. The writer argues customers face fresh shortages and questions how rationing was applied and why proprietors ignore rules while the public endures small servings.
A letter discusses the risks of informal ballots in the Cairns Post, noting a double dissolution could worsen issues. It argues that many informal votes are invalid unless all candidate preferences are shown, omitting these votes may not reflect voter wishes and could enable random outcomes. The writer suggests reform to count informal votes properly.
The Ministry of National Insurance released a 20 page report detailing sickness and disability claims over two years. It notes five cases of writer's cramp and 4162 cases of knee ailments arising around the knee, with successful claimants receiving 45 shillings 6 pence per week for up to 26 weeks plus small payments for a wife and eldest child.
The Ravenshom ALP held a June meeting with attendance of Sirs and secretaries. Discussions covered an ambulance complaint about not transporting hospital cases, a demand for a public apology, a postal mail shortage issue, and safety concerns near the North Cedar Creek bridge and electric light in front of the bridge. The financial statement showed a 22 9 balance, with 20 held for a children’s charity. plan to respond to the ambulance issue and improve mail service were noted. Mr Krome resigned as an active member amid departure from the district.
A block of about five acres may be donated for a near camping zone at Machan's Beach. Local benefactor Leuven has long aided the area, with cheers from a large meeting. President Drinkall praised the generosity as Councillor Mason and others extended congratulations and support for water relief efforts and future schemes.
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