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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1947
Page
5
The article discusses postwar Germany, noting American and Allied moves shaping a future for the country. It mentions political factions, potential German leadership, and the role of Western powers in guiding reconstruction and military considerations.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions doctors matrons and care at a Mareebe Diatric unit. It references staff names like Guvtare Stine, Ur dee Subang ad filer, and mentions subpar Bay and Jay Street. The readable portion is a garbled health care note with no clear event or outcome.
A local appeal notice issued by Edge Hill residents warns of upcoming actions. The city council and a designated team coordinate required procedures with stated deadlines. Readable fragments mention sewer works and appointment dates, with emphasis on pending cancellations and appeals.
Public servants uncover a cache of sapphires described as valuable. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but the find appears notable within the local notes section. No specific names, dates, or locations are legible enough to confirm entities or precise context.
In a summary of global maritime activity, ships and passengers move between ports including Brisbane, Tasmanie, Cairns, Southerns, and Beatare. The note mentions arrivals in Cairns next, with multiple vessel names and tentative schedules including August travel and transfers through Sevrwng and Wandéne.
Fragmentary obituary notes the passing of Me Anton Dae and mentions surviving spouse and various relatives. It references Fortes, Malerney, and Davanees, with unclear dates and locations due to damaged text. The piece appears to honor a local community member and list kin and associations.
The Janke family lineage from Calvary is recalled in an obituary noting Mrs Janke born in Provary Meckay and deceased in Townsye. She and her husband had three daughters and one son, with services held at St Patrick’s Church and burial in MacKay cemetery. The piece pays tribute to grand old family matriarch and her kindness.
July 7 notes at Mareeba Hospital recall a returned World War I veteran. A military funeral moved from the hospital Monday afternoon to the graveside, with attendees including assailants and pensioners. The record mentions Mr West Hamilton MeQuaker at the scene and references Sedge of Tears.
Mareeba records note the death of Algernon Inchin in Mareeba Hospital on Sunday morning. The deceased resided at Millaa Millaa and had lived there for many years. A service and burial were arranged by local authorities.
Obituary fragment memorializes a late spouse and grandmother Lorene Moneissey nee Gong. It notes her family ties to Morrie and Gong, recalling cherished daily memories and a life of duty. The readable lines reflect a family notice with personal remembrances.
The report covers probate actions in the Supreme Court at Towner with unspecified executors and asset values, a cattle show win by Mr Mahommed’s entry and praise for animal condition, prizes awarded to Sheila McLaughitt and Alan Waltaker, and weather and railway department updates with staff transfers and schedule notices.
A damaged OCR reading shows a local council or board meeting debating a low pressure issue. The discussion centers on statements by officials and verification actions by Su Warner and Mr. T. Wainer. The record notes motions by Mr. Fiske and Mr. W. Sowtgumere amid divergent views. no decisive conclusion is captured.
Brisbane Port Committee chairman, representing the Stevedoring Industry Commission, instructed not to receive employer orders for waterside labour to operate Dutch ships in dispute. Orders must come via the Waterside Employment Bureau under federal authority. Telegrams from Sydney bind federal actions, with secrecy surrounding the message. The agency aims to keep port operations under Commission control.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a witness room matter before a judge, with unclear names and details. The readable items refer to an office setting, an inspector, and a potential court proceeding. Further readable specifics are not available in the fragment.
Trade data released by Commonwealth Statistics shows 1966-47 totals with exports to the United States and Britain rising and wool shipments to the USA valued at 132.9 million, while British orders reached 27.1 million. Imports from Britain totaled 608.5 million and total trade last year exceeded prior records, despite fluctuations across partners and commodities.
Dutch freighter Groedekerk sails from Antwerp to Colombo loaded with 1008 tons of Brisbane beer. Sailing orders came from the Holland-Australis line to unload in Colombo via Catembe. The move aims to secure tug assistance for departure amid offshore weather and port constraints.
Readable fragments describe a maritime incident near Melbourne where a Narella steamer crew allegedly hoarded 20 000 handkerchiefs and 2000 cakes of soap before sailing from Sydney. Customs monitored the voyage as seamen went on strike and allegations involve shipments linked to a black market network and Singapore connections. The report notes Western steamer Yo Chow crew also involved, with authorities observed.
A violent stabbing occurred in Sydney leaving a 28 year old woman seriously injured. Police are reviewing details as investigators search for a suspect, with witnesses describing a chaotic scene near a station and authorities indicating a critical injury status.
Readable fragments describe a Brisbane housing plan and a New Zealand comparison. A Woody Point builder Mr A Black returned from New Zealand claiming Queenland housing materials looked like stables next to NZ State Housing Depart ment designs. Costs mentioned include about £301 for improvements, with weekly wages noted for a five roomed house frame. The report references shortages and substitution methods, noting an entire suburb might contain around 9,000 houses.
In Townsville discussions on developing secondary industries in North Queensland aim to boost local enterprise and curb reliance on primary exports. Government support is debated while chambers of commerce push plans and data collection to guide industry growth. Lawry notes no Commonwealth region has matched North Queensland’s development pace amid ongoing agitation and rhetoric.
A brief item noting a health initiative for North Brisbane with involvement from senior officials and a gender non-specific board member, focusing on care facilities and community health services. The fragment hints at a formal proposal or committee discussion led by senior health authorities.
Fragmented report recounts an Arctic voyage led by Captain Wright that faced pack ice and steering trouble near Bering Strait. The vessel battled floating ice, endured near-sinking conditions, and a crew of three laborers and a sailor survived as rescue by air later arrived. Capable expedition members and later findings tie into broader Arctic exploration lore and wartime personnel.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount a voyage of Danish craft to Cairns and talk of a trade impact. Mentions Copenhagen origins and pressures from Atlantic factors. References Germany and bracing for a European shift with delivery timing around June 106. Ambiguity evident in names and dates.
A garbled report notes meat shipments from Cairns to Mareeba for London transit. Widespread OCR errors obscure specifics but indicate a sequence of export logistics and ship movements.
The readable bits reflect a damaged entry with scattered letters and ambiguous names. The fragment hints at a local notice or brief item but lacks clear event or entities to identify a concrete person place or organization.
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