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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1950
Page
5
The discussion centers on Europe absorbing excess populations and migration pressures. It notes Italy and West Germany facing unemployment and peasant unrest linked to population shifts. It suggests economic plans, export opportunities, and new air routes to rebalance global migration, with Australia and other dominions potential absorbers.
Fragmentary text outlines a dispute about Europe and a plan involving bikes and travel to Spain and other movements. The readable bits hint at a controversial statement or rant shaping a sequence aimed at setting a course for further action.
The defendant Armanasca 24, a photographer, appeared on remand in Calms Police Court facing charges of theft and false pretences. He was remanded to Calms, with a further remand to Herberton and awaits appearance at Herberton Court. The case centers on alleged theft of photographic equipment valued at £20210 and charges of false pretences related to £200 and £109 payments.
Canberra June reports show a rise in factory employment with more workers sought by industry. Debates in the Commons reference government policy and broader social effects as workers join assembling lines and related tasks across sectors.
A moulder was arrested and charged in Sydney for alleged theft from a local bank on Levene Street. The report notes a sum around £1000 seized or sought, with details unclear amid damaged OCR text.
A garbled message of thanks from Gordonvale Hospital staff and friends for sympathy and care. A Roll of Honour entry honors Ron, a Liberator, lost over the island theater, with June 1944 dates and wartime memorial sentiment.
Funeral notice recalls Ida Margaret as a loving sister, cherished by brothers Allen and others. The notice names brothers Will, Chat, Brame, and sister-in-law Lotte, noting her passing on June 4, 194A and expressing gratitude for her heartfelt kindness and good heart.
The Australian lightweight champion Jack Hansen recently beat Ortiz, while Clay pressed the Mexican in a brutal crowding battle in Sydney. Ortiz held a slight points edge through most rounds, but Clay's fierce exchanges and steady lefts kept the bout tightly contested before the final bell.
In a pulsing seventh round both fighters exchange heavy blows as referee Henneberry cautions Ortiz and Clay. Ortiz survives a relentless assault with Ortiz smiling at the bell, while Clay’s body and chin hits drive him forward before a tense finish and roaring crowd.
Temperatures reported by Cairns Weather Office show a high of 82F with readings later at 61.1F by noon and 64F by midafternoon amid scattered showers. a storefront window in Abbott Street was smashed and items stolen while a Brisbane forecast telegram outlined coastal conditions. Obscene language charge, licenses granted, and injuries from timber work and a rail motor derailment were also noted along with South Johnstone bicycle and hand injuries at local sites.
June 4 (AAP) The Liberal Party holds 24 members in half the Upper House and must win 102 of 182 seats in today’s election to reach a clear majority. Analysts say such a gain is unlikely, but Prime Minister Youbida hopes Liberals become the strongest party to secure conservative support for governing.
Tokyo reports Prime Minister Yoshida warned Sunday night that the government would outlaw the Communist Party after attacks on American soldiers. He said Communists were responsible for the Plax on ay and would face government action to curb subversive activity.
The Queensland Dairymen's Organisation president Mr C H Jamieson predicted a 10 year era of improved profits for dairy farmers. He cited the Federal Government price guarantee based on production costs with an incentive margin as enabling a new era of prosperity for dairymen.
Mr Jamieson commends the Federal Government scheme noting the £3 million stabilization fund held by the Dairy Produce Export Board and invested in government stocks as a premium guarantee. He cites improved prices since 1940 and 1950 forecasts, plus the need for a 40-hour week for family labour to lift butter costs, while noting coal shortages and veterinary shortages affecting production.
A Supreme Court jury dismissed a £10,000 damages claim against Charles Kropacy, accused of alienating Princes Hunter from her husband. Hunter denied the charge as Mrs Hunter sought divorce on adultery with former secretary Miss Neale. Evidence showed Kropacy made large gifts to the couple and their children. Justice Dwyer called the case unusual but recognisable.
London and market sources report fluctuating tin and zinc prices with speculative activity. The brief dispatch notes indices, domestic demand, and trading levels, highlighting shifts in European commodities markets.
Eighty two year old Mrs G Winn and other former residents attended the Back to Mt Morgan Week civic reception in Rockhampton on June 5. The town recalled the mine era as Dr J G Carmody and local officials paid tribute to faith in Mt Morgan despite closures. Children joined celebrations at Central State School and the convent school as a rhythm band performed. Diane Paranteau, two days old, was named first baby born after celebrations began, her father a driller testing ore-bearing lode for Alamond.
Melbourne June 9 Prime Minister Mr RG Menzies said he would announce details from the Federal Cabinet in Canberra tomorrow regarding the Communist Party Dissolution Bill. He noted no firm government amendments yet and hinted a minor change to the receiver ship clause to fix a technical point.
The West Indian delegation protested a British sugar contract offering. In a memorandum to the Food Ministry and Colonial Office they noted annual exports of about 725,000 tons but were offered a guaranteed 640,000 tons for eight years at a set price. They argued buying below current production value harms both the West Indies economy and British consumers.
Rockhampton leaves mourn Dr Frank Cooper Wooster died this morning. He served as medical officer at Mt Chalmers mine and Rockhampton General Hospital. A WWI field ambulance major and DSO recipient, he later joined Dr J C Talbot in medical practice and health officer duties for Rockhampton City Council.
A judge denied defense calls for new witnesses in a murder trial. Crown and defense clashed over admitting evidence from Sievers and the stranger in a check pattern coat. Justice Barry refused the latest request, noting the ruling would not change and a verdict neared as 200 spectators surged into the public gallery.
Brisbane June 5 Eleven Federal unions with members in the State railway service received a reply from the Minister for Transport Mr J E Dusan stating cabinet had decided wage increases must be taken to the State Industrial Court. An 11 union meeting is planned to decide further action. About 17 000 railwaymen would be affected.
Mr Quaid, chairman of Ds Growers Executive, told a Mossman farmers meeting that the executive and mill support expanding cane supply. Lands within five miles of tramlines were inspected and deemed capable of feeding a single train mill. New growers would join on the same footing as non shareholders, with priority given to available land and keeping cooperative principles. The mill aims to crush more cane using land near tramlines and maintain equitable treatment for all growers.
London reports detail a Cane Prices Board discussion on assignments for returned soldiers and small farmers. Officials emphasize district-wide policies over individual cases and note future definitions of small farmer and soldier-settlement tonnages. The meeting considered Mossman area expansion and lessee assignments, with board prerogatives left unsettled.
A group of Manoora and Bidelia gang members refused to work last Friday claiming dual winches and extra men. Top men and holders on batches 2 and 4 of Manoora and on Bidelia hatch No 2 refused, affecting vessel operations and delaying the Bidelia which is loading logs south. Other hatches proceeded with work as scheduled.
In Sydney a young motorcyclist Robert H. Thorgood, 21, Bray Street, Erskineville, died when his bike collided with a slow truck at Arncliffe after a pursuit from St Peters through Sydenham. Police had chased him at high speed, attempting to book him for dangerous driving.
AAP reports Field-Marshal Smuts, 80, stricken with pneumonia, showed slight improvement for the first time since illness began. An official bulletin tonight said the process is showing transition and heart trouble signs have lessened with treatment as family gathered anxiously at his home.
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