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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1945
Page
3
A Cairns Post report discusses the Far Northern poultry sector facing rising costs and supply pressures. It argues for regional coop measures to cut production costs, boost home grown mash and feed processing, and reduce reliance on distant imports while urging government support to preserve the industry and local employment.
Fragmentary correspondence discusses travel to a harbor, ship movements, and local notices. It mentions packets, a postal or freight exchange, and references to dates, places, and individuals in a dated context. The text is garbled but preserves names and locations tied to maritime and civic matters of the period.
The article lists changes in the Lawn Tennis Australia leadership and coaching lineup. Names such as Harmer and Bere are mentioned in relation to new roles. Details on dates and positions are unclear due to the damaged text.
Obituary fragment notes Maree Tyata Mae and Mr Mubiform of erste, with reference to a ceremony and burial. It mentions relatives and a funeral in the goulb area, indicating a memorial event for the deceased. The text is garbled but preserves names and a death notice.
A farewell event honored Principal Mr Cafferky at Seas Street Cairns where faculty and students gathered for singing by Min Bailey and performances by Disha and the school choir. Recitals, dancing, and a playful dismissal ended with awards for teaching staff and a note of thanks to the department for the arrangements.
The article presents wartime Britain’s heavy losses and sacrifice in Europe, detailing military and civilian casualties, destruction of homes, and mobilization figures. It notes that more than 30,000 merchant seamen died, air raids caused widespread devastation, and about 8.5 million personnel and civilians served in uniform or support roles amidst ongoing global conflict.
In a memory tribute spanning families and neighbors, mourners recall Tom Moody and his mother, honoring their lives with reflections on Blackstone and nearby communities. Relatives and friends gather to remember, grieve, and celebrate the enduring bonds of kinship amid the Drevor Malton district’s somber observances.
A garbled report outlines a police case, medical discharge, and court actions involving Cairns and Mareeba residents. It mentions hospital care, a sequestering order, and a public meeting of Mareeba Growers with officials including Mr E B Laer and Sgt Charles Hastings.
Sydney reports confusion over tobacco issue and government action. Key figures include Mr C McKeriban and the ACP chairman. discussions center on War Cabinet decisions and Army tobacco supply allocations for operational areas.
The report outlines NSW plans for Snowy River water diversion to support irrigation in Murrumbidgee Valley and Tassie settlement schemes. It notes potential effects on Victoria, Queensland, and future dam developments, with emphasis on rainfall considerations and political reactions across states.
The fragment discusses Fue supplies valued at about 70,000 and losses in 1884 and 1943. It references merchant fleet totals around 11,300,000 tons and shipping losses attributed to shipyard activity in Cre shipyards. The text mentions US acquisition, British expenditure, and small savings actions.
A lone Australian commando unit struck deep into Japanese positions on Bougainville and killed about 18 marines while the rest retreated. One Australian was killed and several wounded as the attackers withdrew, with Japanese casualties described as heavy and most Japanese forces moving back toward their lines.
A garbled OCR fragment references Japanese actions and Allied responses, mentioning troops, wounded, and fighting near a coastal or island theater. It alludes to UK observers and unspecified authorities, with scattered names and places but no clear sequence or outcomes.
Local junior and minor senior football matches drew strong crowds at Parramatta Park. Gordonvale clashed with Woodpeckers in a tight affair, with tight defense and sporadic scoring, while Peckers edged Gordonvale for a narrow win. RAAF battled Woodpeckers in a high tempo game ending in a scoreless or low-scoring draw, with both sides showing solid play and resilience in difficult conditions.
In a crowded scramble the Provosts fought back from a five point deficit to edge ahead with late goals by Terry and Provosts players. Woree’s strong first half led to a final score of Woree 3 goals 4 behinds 22, Provosts 2 goals 3 behinds 15, with standout play from Mills and Terry fueling the comeback. Transport and RAAF battles produced high tempo as Transports claimed victory in a separate clash setting a busy scoring scene.
Mr Chifley outlined fixed dairy subsidy adjustments covering capital cities and country areas in South Australia amid drought. Subsidies vary by region with eight pence per gallon for some areas and nine pence six per gallon for others. total support aims at 13 million pounds across forms including three trips and on-account aid. The plan includes up to 250 thousand pounds from the Commonwealth, matched by the States, to compensate producers as drought impacts persist.
Cairns Post reports heavy rain threatening floods across southern regions with flights diverted from Brisbane and Archers to alternate airports. Weather Bureau issued flood warnings for coastal districts from Joy to Cape Moreton. aircraft grounded as conditions worsened. Agricultural prospects pessimistic but rain may aid drought relief. Melbourne aerodromes closed. winter aviation disrupted with limited landings and ports urged to shelter vessels.
Detectives from an army unit report thefts of shirting material and related tools. Several suspects including an officer and lieutenant are detained on charges of receiving and possession. A doge factory chain and a wire fence enclosure are mentioned in connection with the case.
The feature event highlighted fast action and close finishes with top greyhounds battling through multiple heats. Favorites like Silver Well and Dusty led early, while challengers pressed for second, producing a dramatic program with notable performances by Happy Lang and The Five Course contenders.
The nth annual State Consent meeting at Cairns was to commence at 2 pm with Major Collins opening. Delegates include Marsh to preside and Messrs Alexander Moreton Rees Scott Rice Boyer Priddie Mackay Angell Heeltiow and others flanked by officials and representatives from Central and Western districts. The agenda covers county subjects and repatriation matters with attendance of district officers and secretaries.
Sydney June 10 The Chairrean the Queensland Sues Barn. Mr W Forgan Smith comments on wage disputes and industrial relations. Sugar Board policy favored by workers while wage rises and revised contracts are discussed amid a labor dispute affecting Victoria’s sugar industry and employee contracts.
An Australian contingent reported to Tarakan in Borneo for construction work on military facilities. Instructions referred to honorary commissioners and a fund for shore support. The report mentions a formal embarkation, promises of equipment, and a two month period of duties with delays in supply.
Boxing report from Sydney shows George Cook failing to defend after punishment by Jock Kurehary of Melbourne. Cook, who took heavy blows, was knocked out in the eighth. The Melbourne fighter scored a technical knockout later on Saturday at the Melbourne stage, closing a ferocious bout night in the series.
In New York on June 3, reports say a confrontation occurred as women clashed near a public area. The details remain unclear, but witnesses describe an armed scuffle that drew attention from local officials and bystanders.
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