28 Jun 1950
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1950
Page
1
An ANA Skymaster named the Amana crashes near York after departing Perth at 9 15 pm. Twenty four passengers and five crew were aboard when the plane went down in timbered countryside. one elderly Adelaide engineer survived in a dazed condition found by two locals.
Edgar Forwood sole survivor of a four engined civil airliner crash near Perth recounts the disaster. He describes the plane clipping trees, burning fuel, and tumbling to the ground three miles from the rugged landing area. A passenger rescue by McNamara and Inkpen followed by a four mile march to reach a vehicle. Forwood, 67, managing director of Forwood Down and Co. engineers of Adelaide, had been on a Perth business trip. he is recovering with burns and remains conscious despite injuries.
The narrator recalls flying about thirty five miles above Guildford when a bright flash and a crash were seen on the horizon. Fires spread as a plane went down, and crew members attempted to locate the wreck while navigating back to the fire and terrain. They passed 7000 feet, observed a ground fire, and later radio checks confirmed the crash site and efforts to investigate.
Melbourne reports list victims of the Amana air disaster with names and employments across Shell Oil, Bank of Australasia, and various firms. Nine bodies located. eyewitness accounts describe a snap, burning crash as the plane departed Perth bound for Adelaide. Public inquiry planned. passenger life policies provide £2000 per head, infants excluded.
Health Inspectors Association of Australia held its annual dinner at the RSL club. Dr Johnson praised medical progress and urged inspectors to keep questioning why new methods work. The federal president Mr Noohan thanked the northern committee and Dr Preyberg for support, noting Cairns civic efforts and local challenges.
The Cairns gathering heard Mr C F Wordsworth praise efforts to improve the city. Plans to reclaim swamps, extend drainage, and build a beachfront with dredged sands were outlined. Ald Murchison stressed local authority duties in health, housing, and sewerage, noting 26 miles of Cairns swamp drainage and future public health projects. The session included remarks from Senior Health Inspector D V Glasgow and others on government subsidies supporting health works.
An unidentified incident on Lake Michigan is reported as the worst in U.S. AIE history. Details remain limited as authorities investigate vessel involvement and casualty figures. Local agencies urge caution and ongoing updates.
Sydney reports key flood dangers in New South Wales with Maitland winds and rising water levels threatening three to six feet of surge. Grafton faces renewed risk as water breaches walls. theatre and factory quarters brace for emergency relief and possible closures.
London observers report slim chance of a renewed international sugar agreement as complications mount. American and Cuban proposals face sharp criticism while Australian and other producers temper expectations, urging cautious, official London input before any firm stance.
Brisbane report notes Golden Casket securing first prize in a local exhibit, with details on ticket numbers and a brief mention of a gold display entry. Other items include references to Mo 1467 and Grav ot 2 viewed in the crowd.
Final returns from metropolitan Sydney show a rise in support for the Labor party with votes tallied and results expected to finalize the tally.
Sydney race scene reports a single event at Randwick with results and conditions. Details are limited but emphasize race status and venue.
South Korean troops aided by U.S. planes and anti-tank guns struck back at northern invaders and halted the advance. Seoul evacuation plans were cancelled as front lines were held nationwide. Uijeongbu was recaptured and Seoul remained under city defense with some Communist units in the capital.
The Associated Press in Tokio says two Korean journalists in Seoul relay a quiet capital and a line from Munsan to Tongdechan to Pochan. If true, it backs South Korea’s claim Uljongbu has fallen and moved toward Kejos. Track results note Ky week event at Tuzuki airbase with US ships and planes deployed.
Mr Menzies makes a declaration in Canberra on June 21 as part of an official duties report. The item notes the procedural steps and the setting involving government officials and local authorities.
A damaged report details an air search for a navy vessel off the New South Wales north coast. A lifeboat was found on the beach after a crew of five struggled through very bad weather. The 46-ton Awahow sank ashore at Coffs Harbour with gusty seas, 66 foot waves, and a smashed radio. Two other vessels were stranded in the North Coast area.
Pauli in a glass coffin with two pythons has not eaten since May 4. He emerged after a coffin stay but failed to eat immediately, claiming pride in beating a prior record by one hour.
Mr Menzies said the government announced the dispatch of a squadron of RAAF aircraft to Singapore. He described the Korean incident as Communist inspired and directed, stressing Britain’s authority in Malaya and Australia’s security. He warned against aggressive campaigns and division among British nations.
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