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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 21, 1950

Page

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Allied air raid hits Pyongyang area in Korea

Allied Beith and American carrier planes bombed installations near Pyongyang, leaving a refinery blazing and smoke seen 60 miles away. North Korean aircraft losses reached 78 yesterday while Allied losses totaled 37, with many planes destroyed on the ground. Yondok, 60 miles north of Pohang, fell to numerically superior North Korean forces as South Koreans evacuated but held a short distance back.

Tokio A.p.reuter Beith Pyongyang Yondok Pohang Eighth Army Korea

New anti tank rockets in Korean War era report

A fragmented wartime dispatch notes renewed offensive activity around Chunelu and near Tasjon with anti tank rockets described as new in the Korean war. The report highlights naval patrols and troop concentrations, asserts observers noted intensified pounding of bridges, and mentions the new rocket system with a shaped charge warhead designed to pierce armor.

Chunelu Rng Ronan Picea Alg Tasjon Carey MocArthur _ jera Ienawen

Tierran Frontline Report From Taejon War

A Frontline report says one American was wounded by bullets and forced to retreat to Taejon while another was seen escaping toward the new American lines after a disrupted clash.

Seome Seber” Pa Taejon Erin

England in sorry plight amendments spark policy drift

July 30 in London England faces health act amendments affecting coastal districts. Government officials announce changes to harvest and fishery regulations, detailing restrictions and penalties while stressing the need to prevent harvest during sensitive periods. The act aims to curb waste and ensure compliance across low-lying counties, with officials noting ongoing adjustments to enforcement and reporting requirements.

Arisbane Bexith and Homesty Jopes Nowita Walt

Wages Information From Union Court Proceedings

Industrial Court at Eastsfatl hears testimony from Mr Wilt Fairwes and partners of Copre and Co about wages paid to field workers in the Calms district. The document allegedly contains wage figures for 1970. Inspector Hancox questions access to books and notes as well as legality under industrial inspection rules.

Wilt Fairwesther Smart Copre and Co. Sta.hal Information Caires BH. Macthwews Withem R Muir Winess Industeal Tospessor Arganine Hancox Mae Migrell Hancos Union Aganiser Smures Mr Mule Safras Pont India Botand Mr Boland Holand Wear Lake Te G. Glee Glen Ta

South Johnstone workers exchange notes on shifts

Fragmentary lines describe workers at South Johnstone and nearby mills, mentioning arrival days and pay oddities. The text alludes to travel from South Johnstone to a truck builder location, with unclear details about schedules and wages.

All Langans Death Inferred Clusters At Lake Street

The death notice outlines Dr Langans, former president of the Northern District Racing Association, long active in Rotary. It notes his funeral this afternoon at 6:90 clock from his residence on Lake Street, with references to Cairns and civic ties.

Parimary Wubet Southport Cairns Beling Civ Soedorter Lake-sireet

Flood Warnings as Rivers Rise Across Central West

Police warn residents in low lying districts to evacuate as floods surge along the Macquarie River and tributaries. In Mundgree and Mudgee areas scores of people have already left their homes while authorities monitor the Curgegong River level.

Wallingtom

Sulphate of Ammonia Supplies Discussed for Cane Growers

Brisbane reports indicate ample supplies of sulphate of ammonia for the 1980 crop, with 15 000 to 16 000 tons already shipped. Mr Foley, chairman of the Australian and Queensland Cane Growers Council, says shipments should not be altered and emphasizes conservation of sack materials due to existing difficulties.

Brisbane Coun' Ails 8. Foley Simone Queenalend Foley Queenend le Detter

Cairns Jubilee Show Attendance and Gate Receipts Rise

The Cairns Jubilee Show over three days drew 32 553 attendees, up from 29 000 in 1949, with receipts to £3151 10s, up £363 5s. Yesterday’s attendance was 19 892, receipts £2038 3s 8d, and compared with the previous year, gains totalled £165 7s 6d.

Cairns Vasinat

Powerhouse allegations under sugar industry award prosecutions

A distorted transcript of statements from CAMrED ON ALLEGE POWLHOUSE describes alleged wrongdoing in the Cairns and District Sugar Growers executive. It cites supposed court questions about witnesses and the court’s expected direction, claiming peers forged acts and provided misleading evidence in the accommodation section disputes.

Cairns

Melbourne to Sydney landslide blocks line near Bidney

July 20 Sydney passengers on a Sytner bound train faced a dramatic delay as a massive landslide dumped approximately seven tons of mud and rock onto the tracks below a timbered cut. The obstruction halted service for about 12 hours while crews cleared debris and reestablished the line.

Sydney Sytner Midaee Bethaust Wortzien Saat Abe Abe

Warning to Free Nations From President Truman

President Truman addresses the American people on radio. He cites General MacArthur and warns the nation about Korea and the need for perseverance. He urges hard work to meet military needs and cautions against hoarding and price-spiking to avoid shortages.

MacArthur MacArthur Kai Korea Provident Unaf Yacoe Save

Peninsula Gold Arraatchsy Exhibit At Caine Mine

A damaged report describes Peninsula Gold exhibit tied to Fisher and Mamers. It notes extraction from the Flahar Ming flood period and pumping of over three million gallons. W. J. Fisher discusses future mining potential north of Charters Towers and plans for drifting holes on adjacent ground.

Mamers J. Fisher Ioe Poyary Eilon Ile Setayia Essana W. J. Fisher Charters ‘Towers Charters Towers Wenlock Peter Laren Fisher

Reevaluation of Seasia US Military Mission

AAP report outlines a reevaluation of the Southeast Asia US military mission. The article notes uncertain findings and unclear prospects for any decisive outcome, with references to a forthcoming conference and statements by unnamed officials.

Truman seeks sweeping powers during Korean crisis

President Truman asked Congress for 10 000 military conscripts unlimited power of conscription and other sweeping authorities to mobilize National Guard and reserve units as needed for the Korean crisis, aiming to prepare for any eventuality and bolster national security.

Washington Truman Congress

Partial Home Front Mobilisation and Economic Measures

Fragmented OCR recounts President Truman addressing mobilization and wartime economic controls. It notes congressional action, tax proposals on corporations, and calls for credit and housing measures to curb profiteering. It mentions production guarantees and direct loans as part of a broader defense program.

Seoommie Meguress Newts Buthorus Prides Gene Harntolore Lay Congress Moore

FastiEs Rally Behind President Bid to Help Democrats

Fragmented OCR text outlines support for a president and Democrats, mentions a radio event and a bill allocation of 1,223,800 dollars for a foreign area, with the bill advancing to a next stage. Names and specifics are unclear due to garbled source text.

Abel Benet Toy Autora

Nehru launches new note to United States on UN admission

An Indian note to America urges the United Nations to admit the Confederation with a demand for action. The document cites the prime minister and secretary of state figures and stresses the political stance regarding admission and international status.

President Declares Record-Setting Show a Groundbreaking Event

The president described the performance as the most successful show on record, stating strong audience turnout and critical acclaim. Officials confirmed unprecedented ticket sales and widespread media coverage across major outlets.

Gate Takings Yearly Barometer

In a rally addressing the annual gate takings, organizers praise the high standard of exhibits and the efforts of committee members and staff. The report notes considerable public inconvenience and gratitude to the Morttitural eclety and presiding officials while acknowledging leadership by Mr J MirGowan and Mr R Gywnn.

J. MirGowan R Gywnn

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