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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 02, 1954

Page

1

Striking Rail Men May Resume Today

Brisbane March 1 No trains will run in Queensland from 11 tonight but general service expected to resume early tomorrow afternoon after a strike by about 3000 railway engine drivers firemen and cleaners. A F L U E members will hold mass meetings tomorrow to consider a recommendation for an immediate return to work. They are informed the State Industrial Court will hear their wage increase claim on March 10.

Brisbane Mar Queensland A.f.ul.e

Commissioner Affidavit Details Railcar Application

A commissioner's affidavit describes an Espant railcar scheme and the contested plan to relocate or influence rail traffic. The document notes witnesses and orders, with claims of imbalance across northern regions and potential misuses of state resources, causing significant procedural delays.

Redon Exdation Announcement Drafted for Branches

A formal recommendation outlines branch meetings set for Thursday morning. The divisions discuss immediate revision of wares and the court presentation. The conference, attended by Mr Justice Barry, notes extended sessions and potential delays amid union branch talks and Australian connections.

Australian women set records at Perth athletics meeting

Marjorie Dacksur equalled Fanny Blunkert-Sne world marks by winning the 720 yards in 3 minutes 42 seconds. Other records fell as NSW, Queensland, and Western Australia athletes posted strong times and notable performances at the Women's Australian Athletics championships in Perth.

Perth Mar Marjorie Dacksur Fanny Blunkert-Sne Nsw Fiieen Goewnaland Bernoin Queensland Herts Folland Daphar Wetch Crord Victorueirl Lacraine Murphy Aimee Latte Wenge Marjor Nickson Sydney

Freshes in N Q Rivers Freshes in N Q Rivers

A fragmented report describes air movements along the coast and inland with heavy sea air and mentions bomber activity and aerial traffic. It cites registrations across districts and towns including Mackay, Bowen, Geoge town, Lendhurst, Maleny, and Chipehlis Unt, noting varied activity and outcomes.

Carpentaria Georee Town Lendhurst Ten- Wal Mackay Chipehlis Unt Marenos Taite Phe Wet Me Withour Rata

Burdekin Rail Flood Problem Discussed by Treasurer

Federal treasurer comments on Burdekin rail flood problem amid narrow escapes. Fragmentary text notes injuries from a collapse at a building and an incident involving a person named Severtorn Persams Sarpowty, with garbled phrases around an opening on the second floor.

Burdekin Severtorn Persams Sarpowty Plas Eric Freakin

Brisbane to Melbourne War Years Clash on Promises

A chaotic report compiles scraps from a Melbourne to Brisbane dialogue with Sir Arthur Fadden and Sir Arthur Chifley, noting delayed promises to build a project and criticizing coordination between the Labor and opposition leaders. The piece cites political fault lines, timelines, and parliamentary pressures, marking tensions across states and a long-running political struggle.

Swimmers to Train in Queensland

A group of swimmers begins training in Queensland aiming to improve technique and endurance. Coaches emphasize intensive sessions, circuit work, and ocean swims to boost performance ahead of upcoming events.

Queensland

Inter American Conference opens amid Cold War tensions

The Inter American Conference begins in Caracas amid warnings of communism and possible U S involvement in coffee market tensions. Diplomats foresee sharp exchanges as Jamaica and other nations accuse each side of meddling while security and economic interests dominate discussions.

Contested Australia swimming plan delays trials for child

Sydney March 1 A report from the Australian Medical evidence program notes difficulty in curing rage and unease in a child affecting training with other children. The approach could delay trials till July with funds needed to support six swimmers. Officials consider postponement to gauge progress and safety.

Inio Sydney Australia Ion Secrewty Gueesabind Funda MacKay DE Gmment Che Geeneland Aackxy Jon Hentctn Exipi

Adelaide Quake Strikes City Amid Debris Scattered Streets

Adelaide and many South Australian towns endured the worst earthquake in state history at 3 40 am. Buildings collapsed in North Terrace Franklin Street and nearby areas. Debris including bricks plaster and iron littered streets as damage resembled a bombing aftermath.

Adelaide Neas South Australia North Terrace Franklin-strent

Fatal Rioting Clashes Between Crowds and Troops

Rioting crowds clashed with troops as violence erupted in the area. Reports say injuries occurred as security forces attempted to quell the unrest. Details on location, dates, and involved groups remain unclear from the fragmentary text.

Threats Renewed To March North In Far East Speech

South Korean President Rhee warned renewed threats against North Korea with a March deadline. He urged allies to stand firm as he asserted that peace cannot come while Communists advance. He cautioned that another world war remains possible if Western democracies fail to act decisively.

Seoul Fe Rauler Syngman Bier Munich Rhee Talo River Far East Dr Nee Ferrane

NO HYDROGEN SECRET REPORTS IN AUSTRALIA COAST

A Ministry of Supply official commented on a report claiming Britain planned to explode the first hydrogen bond in October or November off the north west coast of Australia. The spokesman said there is as yet no indication of any forthcoming atomic test.

London Ministry of “Supply Jad Tomedy Bruin Australie Mint of Supply

Egyptian Leaders Struggle Over Power After Crisis

London dateline reports that two Egyptian leaders contend for influence as military regime tensions persist. The crisis exposes rifts within the leadership and impedes any immediate cooperation, with public name-calling signaling deeper divisions.

London A.A.P Reuters Cairo Moeroan No Continue

General Naguib Restored as Egypt's President Amid Protests

Reuters reports from Cairo describe General Naguib's revival to the presidency after a revolt by 41 army officers. Demonstrations clashed with police leaving casualties. Cairo authorities banned further protests and closed universities as crowds cheered Naguib's return and called for a parliamentary republic while observers noted a tense political reopening.

Reuters Corremondess al Cairo Naguib Tiger Turkkey Gaveral Cara AEME Nagain Bight Italso Cairo

Deplorable Scene at Georgetown Reported

Georgetown February 26 report of police action as tensions rise over a Test match between Retland and the West Indian side. Reports indicate a confrontational scene involving spectators and security personnel.

Georgetown AAPI Beiwene Retland West Indien

Army tragedy in Canada report on sergeant’s murder

A Canadian Army tragedy details the murder of Sergeant Marie Annie Carrier at a Canadian Women’s Army location. The fragmentary text mentions Second Lieutenant Peter Balrranhe and inclusions of names such as Susan, a restricing, and references to a father, with unclear placement in Cornwall and the IASB context.

Mieders WAC Cornwall Unieto Leutenant Peter Balrranhe Canadia Susan Sergent Marie Annie Carrier Anny

Ben Gurion Arrives in Tel Aviv for Security Talks

Ex prime minister David Ben Gurion arrived in Tel Aviv for talks with the Defence Minister on military measures after upheavals in Arab countries. Officials today discounted the Deswen rumor and stressed calm.

Tel Aviv Peh Varel Dawid Ben Gurion My Pinbas Lavan Ben Gus ‘Deswen

Busy Day in Melbourne for Royal Couple Arrival

Readable fragments describe a busy Melbourne day centered on the royal couple. A government ceremony or performance is noted with references to arrival and ongoing events. The text is fragmented but indicates a royal visit with public attention and official activities.

Melbourne

Cricket Board Chairman Calls Emergency Meeting After Fire

Reported today that Sir Feral Dew Rantox, president of Wort Ta fies Cricket Board, called an emergency meeting at the heart to discuss a fire which destroyed the ON anal pobtic Stand PE SL Cintt oval. The text varies and lines mention the MCC and a cricket stand damaged by the blaze.

New York Perens Rita Mayer Teresi Amy West Indies Dhe Sandie Feral Dew Rantox Wort Tafies Cricket Board MCC

Yearling sales in Brisbane offer lively bidding and strong consignments

Australia’s Brisbane yearling sale sees buyers like Warwick, Daly, and Greenwell compete for high quality yearlings. Prices reach significant levels as consignors including Sir Grey, Mr. Griffiths, and Lady Ponirant feature strong representatives. Action centers on top lots with confident demand across the arena.

Brisbane Mer Sharlene Kerry Pipes Lady Ponirant Noral Do Torgne-sauajirie Andenan Gordonvale Segai Cot “Warwick Mage Hellan-Domvey Ene Randi Maines Adaew Jorhory Us” Sream Beto Ans Thomas Juha Cyne Daly Keerorn Tors

Fatal Cable Rail Accident High in Pyrenees

Feh 28 (AAP) several people were killed as a cable railway train crashed on the Pyrenees line near Bagneres de Luchon. The accident occurred halfway up the hill, with cars and supporting rails falling into an 1800 foot ravine. A mercy car saved some passengers as the motor car and two cars slid toward the edge. The driver died, and others were injured as emergency crews halted remaining cars.

Calle Iatany Bagneres Super Bagneres Bagneret de Civenon Pyre- Nees Drakoman Sen

Jockey Ted Doon Racing Note

Fragmentary report notes a jockey named Ted Doon and a mare Stan Sar en with stewards involved. Mentions trainer or owner ties and an event but text is unclear. details about outcome or location cannot be determined from the snippet.

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