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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 27, 1952

Page

1

Payment of attendance money suspended nationwide

Justice Kirby suspended attendance payments to about 25 000 waterside workers across Australia starting tomorrow. The Stevedoring Industry Board sought the order to compel workers who attend pick-up centres and are available for work, under previous rules paying 12 shillings a day. The Waterside Workers Federation had imposed an overtime ban in protest against a prior ruling and was fined £500 for contempt.

Sydney Justice Kirby Aus Stevedoring Industry Board LMT Weenie Waterside Workers’ Federation Eft

A Valuable Insurance Policy in the WWF Debate

Adelaide reports describe a heated discussion over potential federal consequences and payment terms related to overtime during a Labour meeting. Mr H Clarke references a possible fight to the Federal Council as unions, attendance conditions, and direct action loom. The dialogue notes government involvement and the stance of leaders on payment obligations.

WWF H. Clarke Tore Neaucae Estonia ETS Walersise Ion Wich Avery Ewatnesign Patty Mney Adelaide Dune Witendance Euemey Permenth Geile Tor Labour Holt Kirby

National service meeting on refinery reform plan

In June the minister announced a cabinet convention aimed at reorganizing state service to retain qualified personnel. The report notes few participants at a workshop in Waand and details are unclear due to the damaged text.

Amineane Arey Mt

Butter Sold to Britain Misses Target in Australia

June 3 Canberra reports a fragmented, partial note about butter shipments to Britain and Australia. The garbled text hints at postwar trade movements and centerflower mentions amid uncertain figures and operations.

Unclear record from damaged text about a purchase contract

Fragmentary notice describes a purchase of toad road at Gounedl with funds from an officers proudest fund for maree roids, mentioning a payment of £3108. The legible parts point to a financial transaction tied to road work and a central fund.

Gounedl Bors Te Officers Fatima Beck of Anetraleste Ltd

Brewery Takes Action Over Local Liquor Scene

A historical note describes a brewery taking steps amid a controversial local liquor dispute. References to Rey's, De Leaney's Beer, and Calloway indicate a crackdown on sales and club activity as authorities respond to disturbances and public concerns about drinking establishments and their patrons. The fragmentary text mentions Beers, mart or club scenes, and reactions from vendors and officials in a tense community setting.

Ibetr Rey Govmoen Bond Calloway Sen Leaney Clube de Jeane

Dramatic Boxing Finish With Referee Signal

Dramatic end at Welget sees the referee call the all-in as the winner is declared amid chaos ringside. Parade of licensees and spectators crowds the hotels while the ring action and late blows decide the outcome. Justice Maswell and others observe as Rabirman questions the sequence and the referee signals the final call.

Aod Welget Rmeide Mtn Sae Robina Bepsleay Tn Bla Teo Robinson Eid Freehold Amd Toohey Reneeale Parcaer Alexander Schift Rabirman Justice Maswell Dr. Seflif

Polio Epidemic Sweeps Texas Across Disease Strain

A garbled Texas news item reports a severe polio outbreak with widespread impact, noting rising cases, regional health measures, and authorities from state and public health offices. The piece cites figures and mentions hospitals, doctors, and inquiries into origins and response.

MINGTER'S Wala Butter Supply Announcement

A reads as fragmentary notice about butter availability for 14 persons at Sesoare and Pulagarh with a deadline before June 3862. Traders urged to capitalize on the price under department assurances while Mr Power pays offers.

Power Departaeet Bulter Wes

Robinson Collapses In Heat During Title Fight

New York June 25 Josy Maxis retained the world light heavy title on a technical knockout after challenger Luger Ray Robinson failed to answer the 14th round bell in extreme heat. Referee Ruby Goldstein halted the bout as Robinson collapsed after the 13th round leaving Maxis the champion.

New York A.ap Josy Maxis Yankee Sendiman Ray” Robinson Wee Mmmble Rabaueon Col Sxkevetion Ruby Goldstein Bob Fitzsimanens Hey

Mr Anderson Works Amid Cable Servants Census Note

Mr Anderson is described as fitting a duty while out of 108 Commonwess in Cable servants, with a brief mention of bed and related tasks. The fragment hints at duties performed away from primary duties and references a small group of workers in a cable service context.

Mr. Anderson

Dairy Produce Prices Progress Report

Progress on dairy produce prices notes hoped price increases for July 1 and fall meat, with a potential transfer of price cases under government arrangements. Mentions 5000 tons of butter and 3500 tons of cheese possibly sold outside contract limits under overseas arrangements with the United Kingdom.

Tae Eckson United Kineton

Doctor's reply to Milgrave Share Common Letter

A hospital board meeting last night debated Dr Lester's reply to a statement by Dr Harris at a Mulgrave Shire gathering. The motion approved inviting tenders for hospital provisions, while one amendment sought to let existing supplier arrangements continue temporarily without tendering.

Milgrave Coumor Hospital Board L. le J Ses Wright Muppliers Fox Creeny Hr ED Umar de. LA Lester Ind He Ins J. Beewright

Long Service Leave Debate At Court

Reportedly about 400 employees face a change as 12 clauses must be inserted for long service leave. A court proceeding considers the uniform approach and a morning conference on the matter is planned.

Sree Sm. Ployery

Hard Fights at MacGregor Indoor Tennis Meet

The article lists results from a tense MacGregor event with players from Australia Argentina Germany Sweden Switzerland Britain and South Africa. It notes several matches across men’s singles women’s singles and mixed doubles with scores including 68 61 64 64 and 64 0 0 63. It mentions Ken MacGregor Louise Brough and Doris Hart among others winning or advancing in early rounds.

MacGregor Wlwsys Superiorim Bard-hirtine Ken MacGreeor Austalia E Mores Argentina MS Mose Fras Beagman Mise Doris Hart W. R. Stratham Wessieten Fieichar Tau Ayre Mia Walker Smith Frton Miss R Walsh Mervin Rast Ang Ming Mast Wen Connolly J. Bar Tall BL Wedderburn Ken Rowenall WW. Thretall JM Perehell

Forensic Looting Report From Forbes Sydney June 4

Detective Constable F Wien of Parkes reports two men arrested on charges connected to looting in Forbes. Officers seized packets of evidence and searched properties as part of a broader investigation. The case involves local authorities and ongoing inquiries into the incident.

Sydney Portes Solie Parkes Orangr Sheemee Kotte F. Wien

Australian women athletes set records amid strong Dutch challenge

Australian women athletes highlighted by bold performances as Fanny Blankers-Korn and peers top efforts, with Shir fey Strickiens taking sprint events and Miss Strickiemd and Miss Jackson posting fast runs. The decade saw rain tempering distances yet sparking record trials in events from 130 yards to three miles, while competitors such as Austrahann, Carr, Wine and Landy failed to medal.

Hela Byters Fanny Blankers- Korn Shirfey Strickiens Miss Strickiemd Miss Jackson Prety Bennetreord Austrahann Carr Landy Leday Weinbergs Alsence Doubleday Fundies

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