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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 19, 1950

Page

1

Taejon Abandoned by U S Army Headquarters

Correspondents report Taejon remained in American hands at 7 a m GMT though the city and government had been abandoned by U S headquarters. A field dispatch notes withdrawal from Taejon while north and west troops dig in, with a ghost town interior and outskirts still active in daily routines.

U.S. Army Tokio Kores Taejon United States Associated Press Williams Moore

Ambiguous War Brief Outlines Korean Front Moves

Fragmentary OCR notes describe Korean defense minister statements on Russian activity and potential openings. Mention of Allied forces cautious stance and anti submarine patrols as tensions surface near Sum bull subroasings with limited legible details. Headquarters and dates remain unclear due to damaged text.

Leesa Japan Castaty Shu Sanemo AAP Fe Rusciace Gachin Sonut Sum Bull

British troops eyed for Korea operations amid Hong Kong reports

Military circles debate possible dispatch of British forces to Korean operations with mentions of units in Hong Kong Singapore Vancouver and Johor jungles. Rumors tie to Chinese Communist threats and Malaysian government tensions while Western commands weigh committing Middle East troops.

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Hospital beds for surescesy of wrvimrens

Messy OCR fragment discusses state government led sale and sale of crates amid swine fractions. Readers see scarce readable names or places. main action appears to be sale related to hospital beds and government actions.

Farmean Crates

National Service Plan prompts debate in Melbourne

July 18 report outlines government plans and warnings amid criticisms of service mobilization. Officials discuss defense council input, Korea troop commitments, and the risks of an inadequate response. The piece notes tension between policy aims and political scrutiny.

Condemnation of Charges Sparks Incomplete Inquiry

An inquiry committee frames condemnation of charges amid muddled testimony about a key figure. Figures referenced include Owen Lal and McCarthy, with conflicting claims on culpability and accountability. The report notes a temperate mood and seeks clarity on alleged acts and outcomes.

Femor Owen Lal Bencior McCarthy

Seamen rebuff over arms vote in Sydney meeting

In Sydney on July 18 seamen from Sydney New Castle and Port Kembla overwhelmingly rejected a move to load war supplies for Ar ex. About 890 seamen voted with 200 from New castle opposing the plan while another slate claimed to be ready to challenge leadership. A July 38 meeting was planned to decide further action amid factional tension.

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Sinking of Mavis Near Innisfail Coroner Inquiry

A coroner's inquiry details the sinking of the vessel Mavis near Innisfail. Survivor accounts describe a perilous voyage with wild seas, drifting, and a perilous storm. Names like Senior-Sergeant J W Wiles and George Terrell appear among witnesses and crew. The narrative recounts attempts to anchor, survive, and reach shore amid deteriorating conditions.

Ml Fowler King’s Bear Une Tragady Willey Vyzell WB Wiles George Terrell Tanwie Mourtiven Road East

The Sisters or The Twins Drift With Stormy Seas

Three sailors on a boat named the Mavis battled a storm near a reef, drifting about three miles from the cones. A man named Anderson swam to safety while Tyrell and Gran attempted to reach land then failed as the boat capsized, losing the cabin top and hull in darkness.

Tyrell Mtan Agua Ee Tyrell Gran Anderson Kemp Sairyrell Cour Tes

Abolition of Retention Clause in Sugar Award Opposed

Industrial Court heard sugar industry representatives oppose abolishing the retention clause of the Sugar Award saying it keeps workers in the industry at season end and prevents cane shortages. Opponents also rejected a weekly pay rate demand and a reduction in cane cutter hours. Lawyers for both unions and sugar organizations presented their positions.

Industrial Court B. H. Matthews W. J. Riordan Clausa A.W.U H. Boland Whiteside Mesary R. Muir T. 5. Pearce R. Harvey

Weekly pay rate debate shifts cane industry policy

In a Legislative hearing Mr Mackellar and other officials argued over weekly wage rates for cane cutters. He opposed penalties and defended retention money clauses while detailing impacts on mill output and supply. He cited Trojan cane yields and noted youth pay rules, overtime practices, and industry knowledge versus magistrates.

Mackellar Hoween Mackellar Alon Riordan Br. Ckellarae Mackallne Matt+ theuy AWU Mackeller Hambledon Mill John My Mackellar Sambleton Vis Beckline Aman Hinrvey

Restrictions on Soviet travel to West urged by Bonn

Bonn reports say restrictions on Soviet travel to Western Europe were lifted for diplomats and officials, but citizens face tighter controls on movement within the zone. The move comes amid wartime tensions and signals cautious easing of Cold War friction.

Bonn Rislon Rand Odo Ites Berl

Rise in Crushing Rate At Mulgrave Mine Details

Historical report notes a rise in crushing rate at Mulgrave mine during the period studied. The GeMiller and Whilaker routes indicate crushing outputs around 90.18 tons per hour, with variations by semi crushing cycles. The document records worker conditions, wages, and shifts, and mentions a long-term trend toward higher productivity.

Mulgrave Ali

Naval and RAE Forces to be Ordered to Australia

Canberra reports the Australian Government prepared to mobilize forces from the Royal Australian Navy and Royal Australian Engineers following a United Nations request. Prime Minister Fadden discussed options with Ministers and indicated Australia would raise a force if necessary, seeking Cabinet support and reaction from allied states. Melbourne confirms plans to establish the Women's Royal Australian Naval Service Recruit Training, with WRAN to recruit women aged 18 to 40 for clerical and administrative roles.

Cabla Mintataey Ala Forte Commonwealth Fepona Melbourne Rover Australian Naval Service

Wool prices rise as market adjusts in New York

A July report from New York notes the American Woollen Company anticipates higher ram wool costs, with prices expected to climb by about two dollars. The situation hints at broader inflation in textile costs this year.

Mt BT S Pearce New York Tad American Woollen Company

Fragmented OCR Note on Legal Case at Mulgrave and Mr Whiteside

Readable parts describe a court or inquiry where Mr Whiteside denied specific charges. Mentions Mulgrave Slee Cae ape and 110 cases may be referenced. The text is garbled, but indicates a legal proceeding with statements about attendance and a possible adjournment or next steps.

Enor Whiteside Wink Mulgrave Sea Amred Aceaes

Grounding of Kindat in Channel Aboard Vessel Reported

The Kindat, a 5530 ton vessel, left Cairns for the United Kingdom with 8817 tons of sugar, but ran aground in the channel near the harbor. Harbour master Captain Sullivan and the Government pilot assisted, dredging planned with Trinity Bay to aid freeing, while the board reviews causes and port readiness.

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