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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 01, 1951

Page

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End to One Day Coal Stoppages by Emergency Legislation

Canberra reports the Federal Government will use emergency legislation to end one day coal stoppages and force Waterside Workers' Federation to lift overtime bans by Sunday. Minister Holt warned of Section 301 Crimes Act use on March 5 if demands aren’t met, framing the stoppages as a Communist-planned industrial disruption affecting the economy.

Canberra Labour H. E. Holt Holt Waterside Workers’ Federation Queensland

Fragments Describe Fire Incident and Aftermath

Scattered text mentions petrol, setting light, and a fire in Singapore. References to airings, a person named Gerard, and a RAF relation appear amid garbled lines. The content is incomplete with multiple broken phrases and unclear chronology or authorities.

Soviet Policy Fighting Prox Wars

Fragmentary text discusses Soviet policy and proxied wars, mentioning China and vetting. It is a garbled OCR read with unclear attribution and lacks coherent events or dates. The readable fragments reference geopolitical strategy, potential alliances, and regional risk, but no concrete actions or outcomes emerge.

Allied Forces Strike Deep Into Korean Front Lines

Allied forces probed enemy positions along the Han River and entered the frontline zone, aiming to locate and destroy enemy forces as they pushed to secure the eastern flank. A secondary mission targeted a key enemy position near the river while United Patrons reported a large Communist camp north of Pyongyang, estimated at over 400 buildings and about 23,000 troops.

Tokio Tovday Sera Cenac Mant Niles le Mneadkmes Wwe Arewaig Hele Sol Kinening Seoul Han Pyonay Cemp

Australian corvettes shipment to Hong Kong for metal trade

Three Australian corvettes were sold for use as heavy gunships to China and sent to Hong Kong as metal carriers. The Australian government reportedly granted clearance for the transfer to a large timber partner, with ships to be stationed at a major port.

Adleraliane Chinew Farm Hong Kong Wal

Increased Freight Rates Hit Global Trade

Reports indicate higher freight charges across multiple shipping routes. Officials cite government support and adjustments by carriers, with limited details on specific regions or timelines. The change follows recent fuel and demand shifts affecting liner and bulk trades globally.

Shipping Strain Sparks Queensland Rail and Port Delays

A scrambled report shows heavy burdens on shipping with cuts in rail and port capacity. It notes a midnight shift tomorrow and a spike in shipments to New South Wales, stressing Queensland’s pier and rail links. Strong entities include New South Wales and Queensland authorities facing the disruption.

Brisbane Sarah Oursen Nee Beults Tiefal Becaue New South Walen Coe Queensland Pines

Compulsory Military Training Debate in Canberra

In Canberra the Federal Parliamentary debate centers on compulsory military training. Government and opposition contend over emergency provisions and the broader policy impact, with references to states including Queensland New South Wales Victoria and Tasmania engaging in the discussion.

Canberra Laoour Party Maryers Meiere Queensland Vevonia Aus Sauk Tasmanie New Law Wales New South Wales

Coal Rationing Looms in New South Wales

Officials weigh drastic coal rationing as NSW faces possible Easter power cuts. Cabinet delayed a final decision while ministers clash over relief for transportation and essential services. A 5 percent freight levy may apply within a 50 mile radius to ease shortages.

Sydney Werrow New South Wales C. F Corkran Presley Meier Air Ocnrards Pte. Becta Ietar Ausatnr-General Putseeight Iftes Syanes

Antarctic survivor fall into sea during Weasel expedition

A captain reports a joint Anglo-Scandinavian Antarctic party at Maudheim lost a member when four explorers entered the sea in a Weasel craft. He swam 200 yards to safety, surviving on ice until rescued. The crash damaged plane and gear, with winds and barriers complicating rescue. one crew member saved, others unaccounted.

London John Glaever Maudheim Jetta al NreentHatleren Ache Fife

London Engineers Claim Peerages in Surprise Move

London report states engineer elements seek titles within six months. It notes Alexander Cobham, heir to Lord Raversworth, and mentions Christine Cobham’s earlier marriage and alleged divorce history. The item references Cobham’s family ties and potential succession after a childless line.

London Paix Alexander Lore Cobham Australtaast Welles BBC Lord Raversworth Alexander Conehain Bette Lind Cobham Christine

War Council Formed in Malaya London

The British secretary said a Federal War Council had been established before the move to the missioner and would include Malayans, Chinese and planters as members. He noted that a similar body might be set up elsewhere to oversee economic and social development with the aim of unity.

London Peo Jolla Orianhal Abslayen Orble Federal War Council Flan Cuan‘missioner Spr Senjettvrs Etter Seaiats Guam

New Zealand Waterside Workers Union Deregistered

The government deregistered the New Zealand Waterside Workers Union in Wellington. The Labour Minister said registrations for new unions could be considered at ports if workers accepted conditions. About 10,000 sacks of wheat had been discharged amid the action and Prime Minister Sidney Holland pledged urgent assistance.

Wellington A.a-P.reutec’s Je Bie Sallie Eaters Wink ‘Union Labour William Sullivan Keighae Ripplegreet Consees Andiand Ee Fr Sidney G. Holland

Government is fed up Wellington freezing worker

A severely garbled report from Wellington notes widespread discontent among freezing workers and sympathetic unions. It references shortages, bread famine fears, and government actions amid rising tension with workers and subsequent public responses.

Fabulous Rothschilds Loot Report From Berlin Vaults

German report details wartime theft of Rothschild jewels valued around 7.7 million and a second haul near Frankfurt. Investigators traced 1944 looting to a Berlin route toward the Caldon Alps, with potential links to Hitler era seizure schemes and a reward for information leading to recovery.

Lenaty Calon Alps Berlin Franefurt Tortmight Rothschild

Japanese Peace Treaty Talks in Washington

Unclear text suggests discussions on a Pacific pact between the United States and Japan. Reports mention ongoing talks and potential cooperation, with references to Dulles and February arrival. The fragment implies cautious prospects for a broader security arrangement in the Pacific region.

Washington Fen Torise Desaertmars Air Acheon Bainly Proscials Abn Ester Dulles United States

Brisbane Royal Show Extends Duration By One Day

The Brisbane Royal Show will run one day longer in August with Friday August 3 fixed as the opening day. Judging of stud cattle and other main events will occupy the extra day, while the overall allocation remains about £16,000 with major improvements planned.

Brisbane Ped Aricane Royal Wesiowa Agsceiation

Encephalitis Reports Surface Across Australian Cities

An article from Brisbane notes several encephalitis cases among children amid discussion of possible causes and treatment approaches. Melbourne reports theories linking the illness to antivector measures while authorities urge caution and further investigation.

Yale Cox to Lead Oxford Crew in Historic Race

In a London dispatch dated February 35, American rower George A. Carver Jr. is cited as a key cox for Oxford University's crew. The piece notes the Thames race and Cambridge preparation, with Yale ties amid tense preparations for the forthcoming boat event.

London Oxford Allen George A. Carver Jaro Ewe Ao Carmbridge Gators Hall Thames Tirsay Fawras Rees Eran Namad Politvaninie Iran Iveregs

Britain United States Agree On Jaws And War Outlook

London reports Britain and the United States agree on joint lines regarding Japan and the potential for further discussions. Mixed public sentiment in Brisbane and Paris notes debate over peace terms and the risk of broader conflict.

London Reuters Dipismatic Seri Brinbane Brisbane Paris Ie Chan Beit Wiew Meyer Vane Mmemth Landon Weahington

England Wins Fifth Test in Tight Finish at Melbourne

Melbourne Feb 28 England beat Australia by tight wickets and one run. Hutton remained 60 not out at stumps and Compton 11, securing a first Test triumph since 1808 and preventing Australia from equalling a five Test win record.

Melbourne England Australia Washbrock Simpson Hutton Compton

Australian innings sparks tense English chase at start

Cricketers battled a tight morning as Wright claimed two wickets and Linewell with Lindwall and Hole added 30 in 58 minutes to build a modest Australian lead. Evans, Bedser, and Tallon featured in a tense early over, with England striving to respond as Hassett’s bowlers tightened their grip.

Aurrelia Brown Ae Rere Ieee Sri Int Anno Jae Wright Beier Nt Joes Feedh Linewan Evans South Lake St Linewell Lindwall Hole Australie Tajlan Connor Ballas England Bol

Confusion Follows Labor Clash at River Plant Breaks Out

Report describes chaotic scene at a river plant where workers clashed, leading to arrests and injuries as police attempted to restore order. Widespread disruption followed a labor dispute with employees entering the building and a shooting incident noted among the disturbances.

Ceewerpanes Smalarm Trewaas Brames Mechantel Coritars Imildine Ballcine Aed Bulleh W Mackinck

Starving refugees on island battle crisis relief effort

A February report from Torid notes ongoing famine among 30000 South Korean refugees off Inchon as aid groups rush food and medical supplies. Dozens are reported ill with waterborne disease and near 180 people are critically ill while a typhoid outbreak is feared.

Torid P -Pruter Inchon Dieweae

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