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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 26, 1950
Page
5
A fragmented historical article discusses Australia’s national defense plan emphasizing compulsory training. It argues trained men will survive and asserts the scheme includes 176 days of service plus ongoing reserve arrangements, aiming to prepare and protect the nation through widespread citizen participation.
The Postmaster General in Mareeba met with local officials and residents to discuss improved postal services and development plans. Anthony expressed strong support for expanded facilities while leaders outlined community needs and potential funding. The visit highlighted cooperation between the department and local council in advancing postal infrastructure.
Local Sphere reports from hospital and weather desk noting doctor reassignment and patient care changes. Weather disruptions cause service delays, with plans to reopen areas after reduced rain, and a forecast of mixed conditions through the week.
Fragmented obituary copy memorializes Stanley, Edmund, and others with faded names and dates. Readers are urged to remember loved ones, praising memory and family ties, while noting scattered lines about family, dates, and dedications in a worn OCR section from a local newspaper.
The report outlines weather observations and forthcoming repairs, including a £1200 treasury loan proposal for public works. It cites winds and showers, with projections for high temperatures and heavy rain, and notes council deliberations on a grant for road and bridge projects.
The Atherton show opens with judging across cattle pigs poultry and sheep. Champions include ALB cow and Jersey entries with multiple classes and noted judges praising quality and breeding.
Allocation of two racing dates to the Cairns Jockey Club by the Northern District Racing Association board sparked a special meeting of the Cairns Club in Mr C T King's office. Trustees declared two principal club positions and a motion for a general meeting on September 1 to consider voting no confidence in the board.
A Cairns club meeting debated protest against the allocation of only two racing dates in the 11 weeks after the annual meeting. Chairman Muirhead and others argued the plan harms racing, with board members pushing for more balanced dates and noting prior discussions and amendments that limited Cairns racing opportunities. The debate touched on broader club finances, exhibits, and plans for future events.
A fragmented report from Brisbane discusses a planned show amid weather delays and bookmaker concerns. It mentions a possible meeting of horse owners and a push to proceed despite rain, with officials debating venue timing and public attendance for a late July schedule.
In Cairns Police Court David Rudman and Walter Tranter were charged after an incident aboard the Lapibronk near No 6 wharf. Each man fined ten pounds with costs after pleading guilty to unlawful assault on Charles Frederick Tranter, who was severely injured.
Fragmented report records a mid period meeting in Cairns discussing horse racing with 12 horses, names like Mr Dalton Mr Mine Cairns Beale Hasse and Mr Watt. The text mentions a potential sub-committee, dates, and a call to appoint a chairman while referencing local farm road applications and scheduling concerns.
A courtroom hears a case involving Horace B. Lachey of Mareste Dalles regarding three cows and a calf wandering onto tomato plots. Sergeant Lachey testifies witnessing movement toward the farm and describes the cows and calf, fence damage, and resulting tomato losses valued at 35. Murat and others corroborate the incident and discuss responsibility, damages, and farm property protection. The proceedings cover patrol, accusations, and witness accounts seeking compensation for crop damage.
A fragmentary report describes Murat recounting a disturbance on August 14 involving cattle and brumbies damaging fences at Mammino’s property. Witnesses say Murat and others found an animal carcass and questioned prior occupancy. The narrative notes a jury-like deliberation about responsibility and a claim that fences were left down during the event.
Donald Jawmph White a drover of Mareeba testified at about 4 pm on August 19 sending to Mammino's farm. He described seeing a rifle and a scare, with statements about threats and a possible struggle. Witnesses referenced a Cardwell Peters and mentions of Camp Foreaary and bearing on the case.
The final concert lecture in Cairns closes the season with piano works by Bach Beethoven and Schubert. Performers include Mrs Wine Robert Mises M and B Knudson Mise R. King and the quartet. Dr Werther received praise for fostering musical culture in Cairns and the audience heard sacred instrumental selections and vocal numbers.
At a Towneville meeting the Towneville Trader and Labour Council carried a motion to appoint an ambulance committee with a drawnman and deputy chairman. The item aimed to open a public inquiry into ambulance conduct amid expected public interest and examination of the ambulance fare.
A damaged fragment describes an alleged theft case linked to a bank roller figure and two named individuals. Details are unclear, with disrupted text mentioning sums around £4261 and a possible August date. Readable items include names and roles, but specifics of incident, location, or authorities are not fully present.
A local dispute centers on a stray cow and calf found among tomato plants on a cultivation plot. The community votes to investigate and install a street fire alarm system at the corner of Katie Avenue and Mingatrert, with maintenance handled by the Fire Brigade board.
Case details from Wena Creek describe an assault and trial with deposed witnesses and an accused laborer named Amgiadion. The record notes Greek language use, interpreter needs, and a Crown prosecution led by Mr Wright. verdict delivered after testimony from witnesses and defendants. The narrative covers dates in April, personnel such as Katelfides and Amgiadion, and mentions Cyprus-born defendant with mixed ethnic background.
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