28 Jul 1942
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1942
Page
1
A dense, fragmented OCR page lists job ads and service notices across multiple locales. It names various employers and positions including cooks and farm workers, with street addresses and contact hints, plus references to ships, warehouses, hotels, and hospitals.
Real estate firm advertises sales of city suburban properties hotels cafes boarding houses and residential farms Sugar street area with improved and unimproved options. Offers attractively priced properties and full particulars upon application.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a public share application notice involving individuals and a county, with dates in August and referenced names such as MIGLIAM ERNEST CRICO and TAUNTT. The legible portions indicate an auction or filing before a council, with a set deadline and local official references.
The Times reports continuing fighting in Yugoslavia with resistance in Dalmatia and Croatia facing uprisings. Peasant unrest grows as Croats resist requisitions and Ustaše pressure. Pavelić seeks grain quotas while Malian troops push back uprisings amid wartime tensions.
Washington on July 5 quoted officials praising a lease lend style agreement with Yugoslavia. The president and King Peter pledged steadfast support. General Mikhailovich’s campaigns are cited as evidence of spontaneous will to victory.
A rugged report on a march by the Northern Brigade detailing strenuous conditions and disciplined drill. Descriptions touch on endurance, terrain, and the tension of advancing forces with emphasis on unit cohesion and mobile logistics.
Fragmentary text lists names such as Abbott street and Tadman with scattered place hints and odd phrases. The readable bits suggest a local notice about homes or rentals, but details are unclear and many words are garbled, preserving few concrete facts.
A garbled archival page fragment lists assorted items and notices. It mentions prices, addresses, and products like typewriters and stationery, with scattered references to banks, libraries, and events. The readable content is insufficient for a coherent summary.
A fragmented historical note recalls a penniless boy who rises to aldermanic ranks in Vancouver. The account mentions a ceremonial London connection, a carcase and retirement tale, and a Glasgow or Toronto style celebration linked to George VI era events, with brief references to a Mrs Cowan and civic duties.
Brisbane July 2 A report on a naval expedition noting difficulties in navigation and water supplies. The crew endured sail fatigue and scarce provisions while seeking safe passage from Cebu to Australia. Winds affected progress and several days were spent near favorable currents before reaching Australia.
London reports describe a July engagement in Egypt where Highlanders held a minefield line against a German advance. Despite heavy fire and a lopsided battle, seven Highlanders fell while others managed to limber and withdraw as the Germans closed in.
The fragmentary record mentions Aloomba notes with names such as Mrs Homerton Mrs Gre tert Mrs Leighton and others. It describes a social gathering at Bouombs Hall, a farewell and volunteer committee event for Fred McAlllean, and mentions preparations, parcels, talks, and supper served by the ladies committee. Several names appear in attendance and as speakers or organizers.
Herberton residents seen in Atherton and Barron with Mr H M Matthews aiding transfer. Mr E Mann of Evelyn noted visiting during the week. Local mentions include trips to Mex We Goran and Gig ld ni ap sna on collection activities.
July 4 reports a meeting of the Australian Labour Party’s Federal Conference, the party’s supreme body, to discuss national finance and potential government credit expansion. Key issue is whether the Federal Parliamentary Labour Party should participate in a national government, with former leaders pledging adherence to conference decisions. Curtin may attend as Western Australia delegate, though action on party participation appears unlikely.
Sydney July 7 The Coal Reference Board will meet Wednesday as engine drivers at seven mines controlled by J and A Brown and Abermain Seaham face withdrawal threats. Unrest began weeks ago over use of du or Beceal, with representations to union leaders and potential unauthorised strikes amid extended idleness.
Fragmentary OCR text from Brisbane dated July presents unreadable phrases and names. The readable bits mention ages and events but lack coherent facts or identifiable entities to form a proper summary.
At the July 2 meeting of Johnetine Shire Council, Overseer Mr G Scott lamented delayed and reduced machinery due to national shortages. He urged authorities to return equipment and warned the council risks delaying maintenance as £10,000 prepared for road trans works remains unused amid stalled progress.
July 7 report from Brisbane cites Director General Mr D Edwards that most state schools have returned to normal in Brisbane and country centers like Rockhampton and Gympie. He notes no comments on possible attendance increases and mentions changes in Townsville and Cairns due to air raid concerns. The minister signals extending grades four and five into next period.
Official Moscow bulletin tonight reports Soviet forces or allied action sinking several German vessels in the Baltic. The list includes five destroyers eight transports three submarines and a cruiser. It is unclear whether all were sunk in a single engagement or across multiple actions.
The annual meeting announced officers including president Garmardt and secretary L Hiernsenre, with notices of reports and conference preparations. The northern executive of INE BDO was discussed, and Tremeres Snow was named as secretary for the organization.
A fragmentary report covers a community service session at Maney Askren about a scouts hut project. Attendees include Chief Willan and Commissioner Wis, with remarks on attendance, funding, and future work. The notes reference an erection plan, a ceremony, and possible grants or costs tied to the initiative. The text shows unclear details and partial quotes.
The Deeral notes report a CWA branch gathering with a successful evening of games prize awarded to Dame Bauer and Lander seniors. Fishery funds raised and a raffle win by Mourray and partner is noted. A separate All Supply Committee meeting at Deeral Hall included reports and social details.
A garbled report from London claims Australian airmen have trained to attack British ships with torpedoes carried by dive bombers. It says the Australians learned in mock attacks using dummy warheads and torpedoes, noting differences in life and death in this form of warfare.
A fragmented report notes political tension and Labour Party actions amid UK government debates with references to leaders, committees, and potential policy moves. It mentions government roles, party divisions, and upcoming events, signaling a charged political atmosphere and near-term parliamentary activity.
Fragmented OCR text shows references to the Salvattes Army and tensions over time. The piece mentions workers, drivers, and city figures amid a chaotic scene. Names and places are unclear, but the context suggests a collective action or protest with warnings and countermeasures.
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