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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 19, 1946
Page
6
An article argues that spy and labor unrest threaten constitutional governance in Australia. It condemns mob tactics and Communist influence while urging respect for law, courts, and orderly parliamentary processes to avoid social and economic harm.
The Mavacity director of Qantas Empire outlines a policy affecting New Guinea operations and the Sydney to Lae service. Civilians face displacement as occupation efforts continue, with debates over entrance points and route adjustments for travelers and military support.
Vague OCR text references income tax returns and due dates before August, mentions personnel and form types, and hints at forward items and deadlines. Key entities are unclear due to garbled wording, but indicates tax filing steps, forms, and deadlines potentially related to a specific jurisdiction.
Fragmentary OCR mentions on tour dates and names including Benen nee Thomasont cevier Adele, unclear roles, and program notes. No coherent event details or locations.
Fragmentary oblique text from a memorial notice includes scattered names and phrases. The readable bits reference memory and mourning, with unclear connections to specific individuals or dates, complicating a coherent obituary or tribute without additional context.
An Order-in-Council discussed will impose penalties on certain merchants while a public sale on a coastal lease near Seaside is planned. A fire incident caused severe burns to Max Clulow, apprentice cabinet maker, and another worker at the workshop. both were treated at the hospital after burns from a container of bitumen splashed onto them.
The Brebane Weather Bureau reported yesterday a warm mild pattern for most districts with lighter winds in the far south and a northern front near Comet. Fire warnings are issued for the Tablelands area with machinery fixes noted at North Mn and Barker chief's forecast. a public works plan includes a new all-weather road from Julatten to Jutat with an estimated cost near 6 8 0 0 A and a nine month completion target.
A parliamentary debate urged a national authority to report on water conservation and hydroelectric schemes to counter recurring devastation. Critics argued Commonwealth power, not states, dictates such measures, while calls grew for federal leadership on water resources and development.
Fragmentary Cairns Timber Ltd trial reports a courtroom scene with Mr W. E. McKenna, GM, describing a fatal sawmill incident. Witnesses recount a man named Pavel during a machine siege, noting a death attributed to machinery. The testimony covers actions at the saw mill and a response by authorities amid alleged negligence.
A chaotic scene at the Tokyo venue saw teams falter as organizers scramble to restore order. Players from MEINE 2D and FAAP faced stoppages amid crowd disruption, with officials investigating the malfunction and promising updates on rescheduled play.
In the event only fragments readable a local sports scene note mentions names and places. It references a tournament and some individuals, including a person named Von Nida, with unclear roles and sparse details. The text lacks a coherent narrative or clear outcomes.
The Australian government will extend the raw cotton bounty for five years from 1946 to 1951, applying to the 1947 crop onward. The programme sets a guaranteed average return to growers of about 15d. 2tb. per pound for high grade cotton, including by products such as linters and cottonseed by varying provisions. The existing act caps annual payments at £170,000, with unspent funds rollable into future years, and the 15d per pound high grade quarantine expires in December.
Discussion notes Mr Forde and the Cotton Board report 60000 bales of raw cotton to be processed in 1946 in Australia. About 3000 bales needed for future industrial uses. High picking costs spur mechanization with a US machine and three other units ordered. Officials warn meat harvesting may fall behind, and workers cease at 4:30 pm prompting wage and transport concerns. Government subsidies and irrigation cited as key to sustaining growth amid market pressures.
Senator Fraser comments on a repost claiming meat rationing might end this year. He urges caution, says timing depends on government policy and continued commitments. He stresses that rationing policy must balance public interests and existing controls.
The Prime Commission has received 5 new applications for Picture Theatres Burdaterg and Tuowpoiing. Details show 1M pein sece tne from which applicasors had been re ceived by picture thestres and the MT Mill, Bie hanne.
A terse note from the Sugar Board describes actions involving Seseke Mn and a SEADPOUITER term, with unclear context and fragmented wording. The readable fragments suggest an administrative or procedural decision affecting the named parties, but the exact nature remains obscured.
Preparations for Cairns Show next week outline entry eligibility, judging times, and penalties. Entries must meet governing standards, with stock and animals staged by specified deadlines. dogs, poultry, and birds must be ready by set times. prizes and cups are awarded across divisions with rules on admission and exhibitor conduct.
A damaged OCR snippet hints at a wartime report with names and places unreadable. The readable bits do not form a complete event or clear actions.
The Melbourne report notes significant advances at Stone River Prison Farm with plans for improved operations. It lists crop outputs including maize and patton, stock details, and staff developments. A visit by officials and farm managers is planned to oversee ongoing improvements and future exhibits.
The minister announced a new showground reserve in Mareeba, detailing acreage and location, with emphasis on transitioning from old land to hospital and related areas. The plan aims to support local events and cattle activities while aligning with governing bodies and practical use.
AustralAsian experts discuss postwar maritime status of a late 1930s fleet including the Wataumia and Lumet as they track charters, coastwise routes, and potential reparations. The report notes British and Commonwealth actions to return vessels, with emphasis on ships under charter and coastal protection through the year, amid shifting ownership and economic pressures.
July 18 article discusses proposed tax cuts seen as unfair to families with dependents. It quotes AW Fadden criticizing the plan and notes divisions over incentives for single parents and child support, highlighting concerns about untreated population needs and potential statutory reductions.
Fragmentary text discusses postwar navy planning and potential developments. It mentions July and various unclear references to cameras, yields little concrete detail. The fragment lacks coherent facts or names to establish a full summary.
July 18 report from BHSBane notes the Executive Council approved steps against Detective Constable Hon. Gruner and Sgt. Begin amid a police controversy. Details describe charges and sealing of documents, with officials expecting further action on reform of the force.
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