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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 07, 1940

Page

4

Silkwood Notes Report From June Event At Jones Hall

An article fragment describes a June gathering at Jones Hall with a talk by Jime E ldersyy motiveabe and a presentation by Me. J. Shetai over, plus a wallet of Botex from F.SS.LIA. Mrs J. Bailey presented from the Local Comforta Fund. Dancing followed with Miss C. Jones providing music. Miss E McNamee and Mr A Kells won a novel award, Liles Orchestra supplied the music.

Watites Ke Chive Srpan James Eldersyy F.ss.lia Jocal Comforta J. Bailey Mavic C. Jones Poothall Cub Jones Hall E McNamee A Kells Liles Orchestra Mary Fiends Wellewoshers Rosal Hall Alan Mitchell ADF Norm. Fails Pana Nir Mick King Iain Lawrie Minthie Christensen A. Mortis J. Bowers Roberts Jack Ketlar R Fivan Bill Hanton Mise Joyce Moss Messrs C Paver G. McLean Ay Conerill Rosendahl Atoomba Mitchell Messie Ro Leighton Robert

Aloomba Notes Report May Rain While Community Meetings Occur

May rainfall totaled 20 points across Aloomba with 76 points on May 25 the heaviest day. in Gordonvale and district a meeting formed the Ace organization, with Mr. Simimionds reading the constitution. Attendees included prominent locals, and notes cover society events, tennis results, injuries, and residents' holiday returns across Aloomba, Gordonvale, and nearby towns.

Tureday Gerdodvale Aloomba Mclean KR. Simimionds ACE Mesdames Kenny Bennett Franklin Milwan Leighton W. Hicking McRae Morris Hanlon Loyd Fox Carne G. Bowers Eraser Croningham Mayhee Vidler Fai Outlet Statlan Mitchell Baxter Wicking Stewart Trem Ferguson Cotterill Fairweather Andrews Buchanan B. Christensey Atoomba Gordonvale Laries

Deeral Notes June 5 Describes Local Activities and Visitors

The Deeral notes record a wet Abay month with high humidity and recurring rain events over 108 days last year. The UW.Aq weekly card night featured Mesdames Hure Poitieray and Messrs Eddington and Lander, followed by supper and dancing. Weather dampened attendance at Vaudeville and Fishery Falls shows. Visitors include Mr. Brian Parlor of Berth and guests J. B. Kirk Fig Tree Creek, John Pomeroy, and Miss Maker from Cairns various week events.

Deeraly Abay Lewisys Uw.aq Mesdames Hure Poitieray Eddington P. Lander Tolrng Fishery Falls Howe Brian Parlor Berth Western Australa Fiame Mes J. B. Kirk Fig Tree Creek John Pomeroy Deeral Hhs Kelvin Grove Brisbane Watson Bra E. Morgan Mus Rasmussen Ace Miss Maker

Opium Charges Convict Three Chinese at Atherton Court

Three Chinese men in Atherton faced opium possession charges under the Poisons Act 1924. Tong Tai, Low Gum, and Gum Vow were found with opium and related paraphernalia during police searches at Chinatown and Main Street premises. All defendants were convicted, fined, and given three months' imprisonment with costs.

Chinatown

World's biggest planes compete for Allied air power

Two giant bombers are being built in America for the Allied war effort. Douglas Aircraft Co is constructing the B-19 for the U S Army, while Glenn L. Martin Co works on a rival long‑range bomber. Details released in America are compared with the Awarua model, with unknowns about whether Martin’s design is the super battle plane.

Australia America Doulas Aircraft Co LS. Army Glenn L. Martin Co Glenn Martin

Plane comparisons of the B19 and Martin bomber concepts

The article outlines the B19 super bomber under construction at Douglas Santa Monica with 70 ton loaded weight, 135 ft length, 2 1/2 12 ft wingspan, four 1500–2000 hp engines, 6000 mile range, and non stop Europe mission capability. It notes cost above 3000000 pounds and Army plans to acquire one as a test platform. It also describes the Martin high wing flying boat for US Navy with four Wright engines, 60 ton class, 330 lb warheads, 100 plus torpedo capacity, 200–280 mph speed, 6000 mile range, and potential bomber or patrol conversion with a 1942 finish target.

US Army Douglas Aircraft Santa Monica California LS. Army Europe America

Tanks as vital land weapons in modern warfare

Tanks are described as the most important weapon in war, greatly improving since their first use. The 6 ton British cruiser type is cited as an example, capable of speeds up to twenty miles per hour, climbing slopes, bridging ditches, and rolling over obstacles. Command and maneuverability details are noted with crew signals guiding actions.

Jehey Harle Got Ado

Invasion of Britain Seen Difficult by Seaborne Force

Military expert Liddell Hart argues that seaborne invasion of Britain remains unlikely due to navy strength and air power. He notes shore defenses, minefields, mobile batteries, and coastal guns would deter landings, while air raids threaten cities and ports. He warns sabotage and parachute assaults could complicate defense, even if infantry could not mass ashore.

Belgium Morland France Liddell Har Britain Counoy Napoleot Aurel Ilvasion Nelson Napoleon II England Amd Duding, "Ven Willea Rai Liddell Hart Channel Napoleon Sydney Lr.a Carnt Power He Chage

Allied and Axis warfare measures in siege defense

The report discusses British and Allied defense in a siege scenario using air support and reinforcements. It notes paras troops and scorched earth tactics, with emphasis on air superiority and timely reinforcement from England to blunt any major siege.

Babinda Notes Rainfall and Chamber of Commerce Meeting

Rainfall reported in Babinda with inches measured and mill work completed last week. The Babinda Chamber of Commerce held a Friday meeting with six members present. discussions covered Main Roads, bridge repairs, erosion of Babinda Creek, and donations to Red Cross and Australian Comforts Fund.

Babinda Jane Ory B. Yeardney Hat Slyter Vineroy Melbourne D. Wakeling The Bybinds Chamber of Commerce Ian McKerm Queensland Railways Tully Chamber Tor Bartle Prere Mellich Sinved Jabntome Nnhin Fle Me. Tarney Fonda

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