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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 06, 1951

Page

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Crimes Act Invoked By Proclamation In Waterside Dispute

Canberra reports the Federal Government issued a proclamation invoking the Crimes Act against waterside workers at Government House. Prosecutions appear unlikely until after the Waterside Workers Federation Federal council meeting on Wednesday. If overtime bans persist, summonses may be issued on Thursday under Section 30.

Canberra Executive Council Government House Federal Council of the Waterside Workers’ Federation A.C.T.U Mr. Monk Watersiders Federal Council

Waterfront labour dispute prompts stoppage in Australia

Amid mounting tensions over wage increases and anti government sentiment, Communist officials led a meeting in Sydney to protest wage policy. General secretary Je Healy and Roach faced hostility as workers threatened a stoppage, but union guidance warned against stopping work and the meeting reportedly was cancelled.

Shellid Gow Scrct Apinam Hernby Sydney Mer Je Healy Newtantle Wwataruide Tad Deen Neier Aaniatant Mir Roach Iat Federal Wiecubive Teomt Ropkork

Price Differences In Wheat Markets This Month

The record notes fluctuating wheat prices in March with daily shifts and regional variations. Observers report a range from lower values to higher points as buyers and sellers adjust based on demand, weather, and market rumors.

Fragments Hint at Private Arsenal Discovery and Disorder

Disjointed OCR fragments reference a private arsenal and police activity. Names, places, and coherent events are missing or garbled, leaving a partial picture of a law enforcement related incident with unclear details and locations.

Navy command change in Tokyo announced

AAP reports a leadership shift as Commander Cre Admuryl Martin hands over duties in Tokyo to an incoming officer, marking a routine transfer of command within the United States Navy. The move follows standard post assignment procedures and reflects ongoing reorganization in the Pacific fleet.

Tokio Arar Seb An Oan Gaited Fain Semin Peet Comailng Keren Pecans Admuryl Martin's Mfrm Ura Staten

Floating Gambling Den in Sydney Courthouse Case

Fragmentary police report describes a floating gambling den tied to a ferry boat incident on the Sydney harbor. Named defendants include Jack Wastle and Ernest Calley charged with affray and betting in connection with a recent event at Annandale and Bilizareth streets.

Sydney Peter Fin Clary Hm Aluind Tarela Ey Brn Wien Claxton Iedelakytes Ayenf Bette Alls Hares Bilizareth Street City Ernest Calley Annandale Charend

Peace treaty for Japan discussed by Mosca editorial

A Moscow dispatch quotes a strongly worded editorial urging the Soviet Union and allied powers to shape Japan peace terms with the Soviet government. It argues Russia has vital interests in postwar demilitarization and democracy for Japan and calls for the treaty to be agreed by the four powers before wider approval. American occupation forces should be withdrawn from Japan.

Montreal Mer Mosca Srv WE China United States Japan Russia

Migrant Granted Injunction Over Bradfield Park Evictions

Sydney judge grants an injunction against the Australian Commonwealth and others to halt evictions at Bradfield Park camp. The order aims to stop removal of migrants while a Federal Immigration case proceeds, with police set to enforce at the camp entrance.

Sydney Sheri Sugarman Ward Bie JR Keys Franciske Gurie Bradfield Park Holt Regina Tirector of Hopi Ginauiry Juulice Suesman Bradfield

Mediterranean Naval Affrontments Reported by Telegraph

London dispatch cites Daily Telegraph reporting naval confrontations in the Mediterranean. The snippet notes inspections and mentions Peri and other named places in a terse, damaged text, reflecting wartime gossip and incomplete details from the era.

London Daily Telegraph Peri

Tiwee prong Drive In Korea

Reported fighting around the central front and heavy casualties as allied forces push toward Pyongyang. Peking Radio cites a Chinese news agency accusing U.S. forces of chemical weapon use against Chinese and North Korean troops on February 23 amid battlefield claims from the Sian Hwar area.

Peegnia Ned Tates Witadr Cemaltin Hong Kong Meg Reuters Peking Radio Sian Hwar United States

Communism Waning in Western Europe Cited by U S Officials

The Stay Department cited figures from Homer M. Byington claiming Western Europe is resisting communism. He presented membership data for Austria Belgium Denmark and other nations with percentages and years showing declines or low shares. The report suggests democratic gains overshadow communist influence and predicts continued resilience in future years.

Washigton Moscow Western Europe Igura Te West Weetert Europe Office of Western European Affairs Homer M. Byington Parep Austria Belgium Jost Elenmark Maly Luxembourg Norway Sweden United Kingdom Germany Byington

Control of Wool by 0.8 Government Industries Favours

An article discusses government influence on wool stocks and contracts. It notes that fixed price contracts were issued to ensure supply and confidence in the industry, with estimates of potential sales and stock movements affecting both suppliers and government pricing strategies.

Government Industeys Arritcpe York New York Herbert Kostesid Randers Ans Sd Ben Pi

Deterrent Effects of Atom Bomb Explainer Warns on War Fate

A Washington broadcast cites Vannevar Bush forecasting no war if atomic power is used wisely. He argues the United States could strike Russia’s key centers and supply lines, potentially deterring large-scale conflict though Korea remains a fragile test. Bush warns that misuse could trigger broader war, while detailing how defenses and strategic bombing shape a future balance of power.

Washington Mar Que Vannevar Bush United States Bish Sarsegie Institution of Bushsia Russia Armien Korea Bush

Woman Dies After Toad Poisoning Meal

Mrs. Mercier of Wentworthville died after an unfortunate incident involving a meal containing toad flesh. Police report indicate the toad dish made the family violently ill, with the wife dying before medical help arrived. Authorities found the toad preparation possibly linked to the widespread toad flesh trend noted along the coast.

Formos Mercier Wenern Road Wentworthville Joseph Mercia Charles Jobo Lucch Manly Mercier Australia Perms Walfish A Coast Aydnsy

US missionary dies in jail amid upheaval report

A Washington dispatch notes Wallace, head of the Blout Memorial Flagpiler in Wachow, died after alleged arrest on November 11 and extended confinement. The traveler reports he protested orders to move patients from his hospital as Communist forces removed the wounded. The Communist campaign against America intensified as he declined to sign anti American statements.

Move for Release of Roach in High Court

In a High Court session, attorneys move for the release of Roach. The application, filed by Federal Counsel Edward Chale Rosen and colleagues, seeks quashing warrants and to set a date for the contempt summons. A later hearing will determine procedural steps and potential 8 week work stoppage context.

Sydney Melanie Stursday Wreseure Nol Watewide Fidera- Clon Saaistant Architeation Bennet Roach MU Truttenn Nines Sentra Bern Tnee Maal Niner

Callide Coal for Victoria Contract Talks Stir Trade

The Minister of Mines Mr Power said Callide coal would be burned on long term terms with 2004 quality standards. He outlined export plans to supply Victoria under a long form agreement and mentioned inspections of facilities before returning to Brebane. The deal contemplates 160,000 tonnes of Callide coal yearly from Tess rowers.

Brissane Mass Ministr For Mines Ner W. Power Bse Power Sirupeer St Ayland Brebane EM. Mauion Jang Mr Power Tess

Nuffield Cars Feiles Increased Prices Reported

London dispatch notes wholesale price rises effective 10 Borrow for ings. Wolseley and Riley examples show new list prices rising. several models like Woodrow saloon and Wolseley models cited with price boosts. Telegraph says other major British car makers have already announced increases.

London Daily Telegraph Asi Wolseley Lley Aarindmg Ie Purehuss Moris Riley Ingial

Thieves' Big Haul of Watches In Toowoomba

A burglary report details a theft in Toowoomba where thieves broke into a shop between closing time on Saturday and dawn. Entry was gained by prying a door, with valuables including watches stolen and escaping through a rear window. Police are investigating motives and suspect a planned daytime raid.

Toowoomba Marnie Eltyahur

Silver Star Awarded to Stafford for Korea Action

Rear infantryman Brnate 4 de Safford of Sowh Perth, Wert Aurkwin, a member of the Third Battalion of the Royalalistinhian Regiment, has been awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action in Korea. The citation notes his courage and initiative during an engagement north of the Chamephon 2)er in October 9, while US Army majors praised his actions amid the North Korean advance.

Torio Brnate de Safford Perth Aurkwin Royalalistinhian Regiment Setion Korea Stafford Mal Indus “Courier North Korea

Writs Issued by Brisbane Committee of Direction

Brisbane March 3 The Committee of Direction of Fruit Brine issued writs seeking to restrain accused parties from winding up their factory operations in the coastal district. Named defendants include James Car Ruthers Namout Alfred Theodore Prieher and several others with addresses in Palmwoods Tamewhara Palmrecods and Mera MacNish Macormn.

Brisbane Frit Ain City Crit Coast Wendime Thio James Carruthers Nambout Alfred Theodore Prieher Didditibanrrad Woombye Cyril Wooler Elen Olive Wooster Woo

Early Settlement of Coal Dispute

Melbourne report says A C T U President AE Monk expressed hope for an early settlement of the coal fields dispute before the Coal Industry Tribunal. He noted the Miners Federation would convene its central council to help settle the issue and requested an adjournment of the hearing to next Friday.

Melbourne A.C.T.U AE. Monk Coal Industry Tribunal F. H. Gallagher Miners’ Federation Central Council Mank Gall N.5.w

Emergency Committee Reports Mining Strike Impact

Emergency Committee outlines that miners demand central talks and a speedy settlement. The Miners Federation gave no guarantee on summoning central talks while the strike disrupts production and threatens coal and steel supply. Officials discuss hearings, possible adjournments, and outcomes as industry concerns grow.

Warning by leaders warn of danger to colonized voters

A London dateline reports South African leaders warn that violence and unrest threaten colored voters and the integrity of non-European representation. They urge calm and say no move will impede inter-racial harmony while seeking to dampen reactionary forces and racial tensions.

London Reuters Capetown South Africa Marin Une Africa Ian Ronmiutira

Sheep Raising in Tropics Tests in Brisbane

March reports from Brisbane outline Agriculture Department trials on tropical sheep raising. The experiments seek stability in herds utilizing hormonal and nutritional adjustments to improve yield and economic viability under subtropical conditions.

Brisbane Dresding Agriculture Department Korea Foley

High figure of tin proposed in US policy

A garbled report discusses tin production and price policy, mentioning the United States and a commission or department. It references production costs, national production aims, and calls for an authority to manage supply, with urgency noted and a focus on stabilizing prices and inventories.

Seper Suguenled & Pegs aBeney Drise Staten Mus Coearning Borern Tenaent Harding Jean Singe Toledo van Er Fgher Tran Ston

Chief Rabbi Protests Duty Of Moral War By Leaders

The Chief Rabbi condemned leaders of various states for moral failures and political cynicism. He warned that bundling religious duty with statecraft risks corrupting faith and undermining social ethics amid international tensions.

British jets torid report notes air raid warning

Fragmented text reports British jets involved in an air raid alert during a March period. Mentions high altitude roving patrols and a potential strike near an unspecified city. Mentions Aubrey and Dew Somaaing with unclear roles. Source text is garbled with missing names and dates.

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