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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1952
Page
5
A Cairns Post column urges Australians to heed warnings about land misuse. It notes erosion overgrazing and rabbit damage threaten vast areas, risking desertification without better irrigation, science, and farming practices. It highlights uranium prospects at Rum Jungle as a potential future boon.
Iitagt Mage a 51 year old labourer was fined £210 and ordered seven days imprisonment for possessing a pullover in a utility on a Cairns street. The item valued at £3 belonged to Chin Chong. Police reported the suspect, under the influence, left the pullover in the front seat while races at the track.
Fragmentary OCR text indicates voyage movements between Melbourne Brisbane Cairns and other ports with dates in August. Mentions ships possibly loading cargo for Hong Kong sugar refineries and stops at multiple Scandinavia ports and German cities. Details are garbled and uncertain.
A meeting of tobacco growers formed the Bundaberg and Rnneale Tobacco Growers Executive with two members from each area, a chairman, and a non voting secretary. Mr MB Thiele elected president. The group seeks federal support to stabilise tobacco farming in Australia.
FREI per S Awanhter Alicea May Hh Duly FREI per S Awanhter Alicea May Hh Duly friends and reletives for their bein kindmees messages of pathy and focal tributes in STE te candi Maen and Staff of the Eabiads Fiospital and the Reeeee all Pleare accept per sonal thanks
In memoriam notices recount the passing of Frank Rick on July 3 and William Thomas on July 27 with tributes from family members. Franks note mentions a desertion by daughter Clarice and grandson Peg, while Williams memorial expresses enduring remembrance from wife and children.
From the local Injery to Leg J Molloy of Up street, a cut occurred Saturday while using a hoe. He received first aid from the ambulance and was taken to hospital but not admitted. In football, R M Duggan of Mareeba was kicked yesterday, sustaining contusions and lacerated wounds to the ribs on the left side and to the left elbow. Cairns ambulance provided first aid.
Mick Sanderson of Erinsmead Road sustained a lacerated wound to the base of his third right finger while sharpening a 40 ax on Saturday. He received first aid from an ambulance crew and was advised to see a doctor.
Vivien Dolan seven years old of Moffatt Street Carns fell while playing at Machan's Beach yesterday afternoon. An ambulance rushed her to hospital with a simple fracture of the left elbow and mild shock.
Noel Smith, 11, of 15 Victoria Street, suffered a punctured wound to his left foot after stepping on an object while watching a football match yesterday. He was hospitalized but held there for treatment. Mectesy Flaper, 17, of Townsville, fainted at Pocket yesterday, reported severe headache and numbness in the right hand, bumped head a week earlier, admitted to Base Hospital with improving condition.
Albert Ian Woallie of The Esplanade forfeited bail of on Saturday after failing to appear for Cairns Court of Sessions on a charge of riding a bicycle along The Esplanade while under the influence of liquor. Sub-Inspector G L Jaggae prosecuted. Mr EF D SM sat on the bench.
Innisfail district reports varying temperatures from 3.2 to 12 degrees with humidity around 9 to 61 percent through the day. Sugar stocks include 830 tons in Innisfail district stores and 380 tons at Goondi mill. Coastal weather remains fine aiding northern water fleet movements toward Cairns via Goondi and the harbour.
In Mossman July 26 Douglas Shire Council hosted a luncheon for Mr Gair and colleagues. The speaker claimed unlimited optimism and a Queensland outlook, asserting personal northern identity during remarks on governance and regional pride.
A Mosman reception welcomed the Premier and party led by Dr A D Rex with local citizens. Dr Rex noted Evatt's luncheon visit while recalling past funds for the Mosman Fort Douglas link. Mr Hex quipped about government spend and sugar aid amid the region's political debate.
South Wales and Victoria riders joined local contestants as the Mareeba rodeo opened with friendly rivalry. The two-day event drew a large appreciative crowd and featured skilled horses and steer riding. Dep Crotty and his 15 year old son were noted among entrants, with performances by figures such as LD Taylor and T Vietorsem.
Fragmented remarks discuss rising costs, wage effects, and economic uncertainty. Notes on political instability, the need for rational policy, and signals about an earlier sale date in fiscal planning. Mentions inflation, purchasing power, and the risk of economic catastrophe if inaction continues, with references to state and business conditions.
Fragmented OCR text shows a partial list item with names and dates. readable items reference Olivette and March, but core details are unclear.
In Cairns the Recat fan dominated the closing stages with 22 points built from five goals. Me tains acts soon thn jude Otte a ak poins to two, while the minors drew two apiece.
Fragmentary note describes Cairns scoring a 15 point sequence and Allen breaking through as a caurse near the end. The passage is garbled and lacks clear outcomes or full names or teams.
Townevills led Ayr 13 points late in the first half as Townsville surged with an 18 minute burst to pull ahead 83 63 at halftime. Mackey Ayr adjusted and rejoined the lineup as Townsville extended the sequence to seal a 23 point advantage.
A legacy appeal highlights a disputed estate involving Joy Atherton and the firm Leinster Bros. The matter centers on a transfer dated 13 December 1386 and involves a trust or payout against a legacy fund. Court records show continued negotiation and filing activity with Sue.
Canberra discussions reveal tension over taxing powers as ministers warn war time uniform tax may be pursued. Premiers and ministers anticipate federal budget moves for 1953 54 including possible means test abolition while fearing political clash over revenue sharing and constitutional reform.
A fragmentary local note hints at a dramatic, extended session in the Ruman Cabinet with Uranium topics dominating the agenda. The elusive text suggests heightened committee activity and ongoing attention for the day.
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