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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1952
Page
3
A Cairns Post report outlines calls for action to lift food output amid rising prices and shortages. It cites a government plan to stabilize prices through marketing controls, foreign contracts, and farm subsidies, arguing farmers need fair returns to boost production and avert shortages.
The Lady Isobel sailed from Cairns toward Townsville with a cargo of powdered quartz and other items. Crew changes occurred and a new cook was hired while a fireman fell ill. the voyage affected Western residents and local air freight plans.
A rough week end report notes multiple incidents across the region. One injury occurred when a person was struck in the knee during a game, while another case describes a sting aboard a marine craft. Authorities mention a drowning incident and a fire causing damage before responders arrived.
Fragmented shipping notes detail movements of vessels to and from Cairns Sydney Townsville and Port Bowen. Entries mention ships loading sugar explosives petrol and general cargo with dates in March April and January. Port activity includes arrivals at Cairns from Nouméa and Brisbane and departures with overseas loads.
Fragmentary report notes urban residents shifting toward rural living in Brisbane as part of a broader social change. The item hints at nine months of trends and mentions Ealing and regional areas though details are unclear.
A local item notes an event at Norman Park with a parade and a medical incident involving a person named Maude. It mentions an ambulance, a hospital stay of about ten days, and a later home return. Also referenced is a tanker delay near Cairns harbour and a brief Brisbane weather forecast.
A fragmented report details a cricket match where Grothers failed to capitalise on early advantage as Norths posted a high total. Key players include Blyton securing two wickets, Bowtell and Foley among top scorers, with detailed bowling and batting figures scattered across both innings.
Fragmentary text describes a mysterious illness affecting adults with chest tightness and high temperatures. Doctors investigate symptoms and possible outbreaks, urging vigilance as cases appear in the shire. No clear location or dates are provided.
Brisbane March 2 three months leave on full pay for employees under State awards affecting 15 players, particularly ymens, public servants, teachers and polices. It is expected that the leave will become a statutory right rather than a privilege as preparation for the bill follows the New South Wales measure last year.
The Bul union movement backing the Labour wing plans to push for state to federal arbitration and consider leaving the state. Bills expected include public loans for regional electricity boards and amendments to wage and compensation statutes with a focus on worker benefits and grazing property provisions.
A wartime description of Hong Kong during a Far East tour notes progress and housing shortages. The report highlights civilian life, crowded streets, and postwar rebuilding as well as military presence aboard aircraft carriers and tensions with China.
In North Brisbane reports describe strain on primary producers as local infrastructure and services lag. MP Willey notes many farmers face crop losses and delayed repayments while town improvements and river area works complicate activities near Mortert River and Abergowris.
A 19 year old soldier from Humey Polite Huanler's Point died today at the Cericord military hospital. Reports say another soldier was injured and a third remained unchanged. The cause is linked to an explosion, as investigators continue to piece together events.
A fragmented note from Star dated March reports new purer outputs amid military and industrial mentions. The text references leadership changes and a chairman named Ald in a murky context, with unclear events spanning two years.
The obituary notes Owen Duffy of Croydon and North Queensland, born February 1, 1886, a well known Croydon and Gullech Calera district figure. An employee at Waterside Workers Federation and later on the Trinity Bary dredge, he married Mae Care in 1908. He died in Crardnn after a life tied to local industry and family. survived by two sons.
Fragmentary war bulletin describes assault pioneer platoon actions with references to fortifications and defenses. The text mentions meadamy whetacle and Saltalion aivece or Gecteey in unclear wording.
The article details a turbulent regatta with O'Meara TV leading early and breaks in the fleet, including Gust and Vin Guw in close pursuit. It notes penalties, disqualifications, and final placements among boats such as Vinome Wit and Carberry's crew, highlighting a windy course and shifting conditions.
The doctor, long serving at the Chanute facility, fell ill on a vessel while en route to Australia. He was admitted to Calvary Hospital after docking, with arrangements reported for further transport to Sydney and then on to Changi.
A partial readable note lists Pence being celebrated at a Tees event dated to 73 with references to Comrmec and Mater eB. The fragmentary text hints at a formal reception or recognition amid county or institutional contexts.
SBS reports Australia plans a major shipbuilding program with seven new vessels to be constructed for coastal trade. The order includes four 1000 tonners and a 1300 tonner, aiming to expand tonnage and support coastal freighting in the near future. The project, tied to Evans Deakin and the Australian Shipbuilding Board, foresees construction continuing over the next five years.
Brisbane mission visitor reports a brutal wave of killings in New Britain villages. Rev Wesley Lutton describes native bands using sharp axes for ritual murders, noting past two years of slayings and a recent arrest and release of five attackers by the New Britain Arbitration.
A Townsville report notes a bridge fire near Hughenden halted a passenger train last Friday night. Repairs enabled by the line allowed resumed service, with the incident prompting work crews to assess damage and restore the schedule.
Induction service marks the ordination of Rev Tully Firth Fariee of Cairns Crvech in New South Wales. He served as a chaplain with the 2nd Infantry in the USA and the English parish system before joining military and church roles in Australia and England.
A local commission signals action over a nuisance at the Townsville Bird Sanctuary. Plans include damming and traffic adjustments to reduce disturbance, with authorities hinting at moves to be implemented in May.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a town event with dates and names but remains unreadable and inconclusive. Multiple garbled phrases mention places and people without clear actions or outcomes.
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