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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1952
Page
5
The Cairns Post reports debate over British Commonwealth forces remaining in Japan under the peace treaty. Some urge withdrawal to avoid nationalistic backlash, while others warn of economic needs and Western ties. A compromise to share port facilities could benefit all sides if agreed promptly.
Regret spread across the Peninsula as DERICK WILLIAM SHEPHERD died in Mareeba. Known as Fred, he was a practical, quick responder who walked and worked the York Peninsula from Cairns to York, shaping roads, stations, and communities. He and his brother Maurice grew up in Cooktown and contributed across Port Stewart, Violet Vale, Dinner Creek, and Mareeba. His passing marks a long era of steadfast service to a lonely land.
A letter from Fred C. Hodel of Mareels argues that Cairns bears higher secondary electrical charges than larger country towns. He notes power from Tableland rainfall feeds Barrop Falls lies outside Cairns, suggesting power could be harnessed and distributed differently, with Cairns as the largest population center benefiting at others’ expense. The writer emphasizes inflation context and questions distribution fairness.
Townsville Show gate takings set a record totaling 1 10s 0d with 1 6 10 5 on final day. A hovering RAAF helicopter demonstration drew crowds as Minister for Labour and Industry A Jones Mayor Angus Smith and MLA G Keyatta attended. Results noted North Queensland steer riding won by T Willoughby with Newton Webb Holden and Black among top placers.
A brief obituary note reports Fred Shephard died Wednesday afternoon after a long illness. His funeral moved from St. and is to be held at a later time. The report records Mareeba nearing a destination and mentions the comfort sought for the journey ahead.
A brief memorial note honors Joe's memory with the feeling that he remains near in the hearts of loved ones. Friends recall shared moments and keep his spirit present in daily life.
A terse weather note records a high of 3.8 degrees and a low near 71.8 degrees with temperatures and wind conditions. The readable fragments indicate temperature extremes and wave observations, but details are incomplete.
Mr Wilby a 66 year old stockhand at Kelpowar Station was flown to Cairns by Bush Pilots under Cairns Ambulance Centre charter for surgical treatment. He suffered a fractured left index finger after his hand was caught between a log and an oil drum while working. Captain Bob Norman piloted the plane with a bearer aboard, departing Ceiras at 9 10 a m and returning at 12 55 p m, covering 348 miles in 3 hours 13 minutes.
Tuesday's Cairns Harbour Board meeting, the first in board history to run short of time, adjourned at 6 pm due to lack of quorum. Unresolved items include the wharfinger's monthly report and the works superintendent's report, which will be carried over to next month.
Legesy Appasl A 1952 appeal urges support for dependants of servicemen who died or served. Donations may be sent to Legacy Club Cairns Atherton Innisfail Mareeba and other listed secretaries and addresses including Cairns P O Box 131 Atherton H. Willian Pty Ltd Innisfail secretaries R F Stack Tom Moore and Mareeba Byrre-streel.
Malelo, the island trader, is slated to depart Cairns next week to return to the Solomon Islands after prolonged risks faced by the Cairns Harbour Board. The small ship, repaired six months ago, had broken down and was flown back to Cairns by Captain J Fo Adame and engineer Mr. P. Graveson, arriving May 26. The vessel is linked to the South Pacific Trade, with Sir Gilbert Dyell of Melbourne among the principals.
During June the Cairns area reported a profit and reduced expenditure. The monthly figures show cash assets and expenses narrowly below prior levels, indicating improved financial performance.
An appeal by the Queensland Director is noted as he travels from Mt Isa to Cairns arriving Wednesday night. He plans to depart after discussions on money collection in Cairns, with remarks that some claimants forget other details of the case.
Major General Steele outlined the Queensland society’s dire finances and urgent needs while detailing Red Cross efforts. He cited 24 wives and mothers housed near Brisbane, 331 relatives aided at the General Hospital, 11 588 tea services, 360 patient outings, 1209 home visits, 109 000 miles of Red Cross transport, and over 1000 lives saved through blood transfusion.
A two day hearing in Cairm Court led to case dismissal after a prolonged 90 day period. Proceedings referenced a drunken driving matter tied to Berea and GeeSel with PMG noted among attendees. The outcome ended the case without further action.
Witnesses testified to a failed passing attempt by Goodall in a dark utility carrying six bottles of beer. He showed impairment in field tests, misjudged time, and provided inconsistent answers while police documented his condition and breath smell.
Silas Ham a 45 year old father of quadruplets was admitted to the hospital with nervous exhaustion after his wife gave birth to quads three days ago. Hospital officials confirmed the couple’s recent excitement and admission.
Kingeford street construction expands beyond plan with road closure extended to 5 pm today Friday July 11. Work lasts longer than expected and affects local traffic. Local officials urge motorists to seek alternatives and stay updated on site notices.
A convention discussed entertainment tax policy urging federal review to curb prices and avoid bounty. Attendees debated a 31-3 percent admission tax and proposed a rejection clause for most non British films to protect British interests. The session included talks on theatrical workers’ awards and a trade preview of the Universal-International outdoor drama Band in the River.
On July 1 the Weather Bureau recorded rainfall mainly along the south coast and northern regions. Light falls dominated with heavier spots at Cape Moreton 48, Point Lookout 138, Double Island Point ST, and isolated storms at Maranoe with Rosia 16 and Yuleba 77. Temperatures were cooler in South Queensland with frosts in parts of central highlands and lower western towns.
Approval granted on July 10 for a new bridge over the Tully River below the Koombooloomba dam site. Estimated cost is £13,500 and the span will support dam construction efforts.
The United States Navy and Army order timber from Sydney Timber Firm Tree Ltd for delivery to the Par-East. Timber moves from Syane, Newcastle, Cot Harbour and Brisbane to the specified Sydney location, amid cross-continental logistics for 1000 00 Ts Lane.
All Australian cigarettes will be on sale in Brisbane shops in about six weeks. Bengeta Pty Ltd, led by managing director P. Zabel, announced Belize's will be the southern Queensland distributors for cigarettes made in Maretha by the North Queensland Tobacco Growers' Cooperative Association Ltd. Prices were expected around 13 to 14 shillings.
The fragment hints at a test or trial involving a person named Goodall with uncertain identification. It remains unclear what event or context the article describes, leaving key details and outcomes unspecified.
Brisbane July 10 Neville Sellwood chose Tossing to ride in the Doomben Cup, making the colt outright favourite despite Tossing’s mid-distance form. Market order lists Tossing ahead of Montana and Davey Jones, with Alan Gollegty on Montana. Races and workouts noted with multiple horses and times on Doomben tracks.
In port at Melbourne and Cairns. vessels sail for Townsville Brisbane Sydney and Melbourne with cargoes of sugar timber and general goods. Ships depart Meabourne and Sydney with return legs noted. Cairns arrivals and departures listed with tentative dates and times.
A garbled report describes Gordon Parker and his wife Cherry at Ringwood with family members present. Gordon watched from behind a bar while the rest of the party, including a five foot tall Cherry, left for Japan. The scene conveys calmness as the party departed and no one was frightened.
Brisbane reports plans to enlarge the Cock to accommodate two vesels when Grance is available. The Marine Department will extend the dock and add another gate to repair the tourist ship Kenigabia, stressing the need for upgrades. Expenditure is to be drawn from government estimates if labour and materials allow.
The report notes plans to test speed increases on the Brisbane Cairns route and other lines. Trials may cut journey times, with diesel electric trains under consideration. Ministers say passenger volumes between principal towns are a constraint, so intermediate stops must be kept. A Townsville north west service is also mentioned amid halted spending and tech considerations.
Brisbane July 1 An improvement in pastures is expected in Australia. A salt of 14 months survey of grasses in the Mediterranean and Africa indicates new varieties like Desteres. J F Miles of the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation led the survey. Test plots planned mainly in Northern Territory, South Australia, and other regions.
Myrtess Mehmet, 41, was fined in a cane cutting incident. Details remain sparse in the readable text, but the penalty indicates enforcement action by local authorities.
July 14 report from BYDNEY notes a major blaze in Broken Hill causing extensive damage to historic sites and surrounding structures. Firefighters fought the blaze as containment efforts continued, with authorities assessing the extent of the loss to the town’s history.
Fragmented report notes a Lutheran party traveling to Canada after years abroad. It mentions a group led by a man with three young companions and a wary view of materials and natives. The piece references baptisms and stated progress in work amid unclear context and garbled names.
Special weather note from Cairne Post by Mr Inigo Jour. Forecast mentions early month trends, approaching weekly changes, and references a major cold front. Limited readable details indicate increasing precipitation chances and temperature shifts expected in the coming days.
Innisfail July 10 reports several injuries from incidents at a work site. A mill employee suffered incised wounds to the third to fifth fingers of the right hand after a bottle broke. he was taken to hospital. A driver for Martha Builders sustained left ankle injuries and abrasions, conveyed to hospital. A worker shovelling at sheds injured the left shoulder and was hospitalized. A canecutter from Innisfail Estate cut his shin with a cane knife and advised medical care. An additional incident at the Catel fan's center involved a fall at the end of a plan, with an unspecified injury treated on site.
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