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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 11, 1947

Page

5

Australian war era migration ideas spark debate in letters

A fragmentary text discusses Australia during wartime, noting American soldiers, migration plans, and land use. It references professor Wend, Melbourne, and debates over arable land, climate, and population policy. The piece touches emigration, farming, and national self reliance amid international opinions.

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Global tensions and migration debated in Australian scene

An analysis of international relations and migration policy discusses Australia's ties with Britain and the United States, noting colonial legacies, potential limits on migration, and the impact of global perceptions. It argues for accurate surveys to inform overseas policy and counter misinformed views.

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Australian Aeseries Prem. Cover reveals new era

A dubious OCR fragment suggests a political or ceremonial note about a premier or governor, with unclear wording and names. The readable bits hint at an Australian context but lack concrete facts, dates, or identifiable entities to confirm specifics.

Queensland Divorce Rates Climb Across the State

Queensland divorce data show rising numbers driven by short marriages and adultery as the force behind many petitions. The report notes higher divorce rates among shorter unions and a large share filed by husbands, with 1948 figures highlighting trends in Mareeba Mackay and Rockhampton areas.

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Cairns Watersiders Strike Over Suspensions Protest

A Cairns waterside workers strike unfolds amid protests against suspensions as the Port Committee chairman Mr G W Fitoreg faced pressure to act. Details remain fragmentary and unclear from the report.

Cairns G. W. Fitoreg

Commission changes steer ship workers meal pay ruling

The Stevedoring Industry Commission revised pay rules for Made of Me members, altering meal allowances. Union officials say workers were not properly notified and had expected previous rulings to stand. The new order states workers are paid ten shillings only after definite work postwar, replacing prior practice.

Garmision Mi ‘Yeterday Mr_ Brophy Cairne Watersiders’ Wateration Bnt

New Parkin gRese rves for Cairns

A lengthy council briefing outlines proposed parking reserves for Cairns city, detailing locations, anticipated coverage, and the plan’s alignment with traffic management goals. The report highlights potential impacts on nearby streets and notes that council members McLaughlin and Gough supported early review and budgeting steps.

Commercial Srigary Produce Market Sunshine Mayhem

A readable fragment mentions a commercial produce market with scattered details about timing and participants. Names, dates, and places are unclear due to OCR errors, but the item appears to be a brief market notice or commodity update with generic references to a market event and involved entities.

Crisis in Paint Industry Ends Shortage Talk

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a crisis in the paint industry with shortages of linseed oil. The document hints at prices and supply concerns, mentions committees and potential easing, but details are unclear due to damaged text.

Refrigerators for Railwaymen in Monet Mean Danes

Fragmentary OCR text discusses fridges for railway workers and monetary terms. It references Denmark, a nation context, and mentions shifts or programs related to rail labor. The readable portions are sparse and unclear, but suggest equipment or welfare topics tied to railway services.

Melbourne Meat Market Notes From Local Ledger

A fragmented OCR reads notes on Melbourne meat trade activity and coverage of local markets. Names and places are garbled but reference to water gas, consumer supply, and a covered ledger remain faintly legible amid the noise.

Local fragments report on event in wayward text

Fragmented OCR text mentions various names and places with unclear context. It references dates and actions but lacks coherent details. No clear person, organization, or event can be reliably identified from the legible fragments.

March 10 Debate on Domestic Jam Making Grant

The parliament discussed approving a national grant for domestic jam making and related food measures. Deputies reported on harvest reductions and potential waste if grant aid is delayed, noting Britain’s need to address food exports and rationing amid wartime pressures.

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Lectures on Cattle Diseases and Dairy Hygiene Held

Veterinary expert Mr enc W Bre BV Se presents lectures on cattle diseases and dairy hygiene. Topics include mare and brain vaccines, dairy horse welfare, and farm nutrient content. Lectures aim to explain prevention, milk safety, and broader dairy management practices for farmers and attendants.

Imilis Wien Seine

Murder Charge Faces Trial in County Case

A murder charge is filed against Clarence Weller and another man in the Brentwood case. Sheriff officers report the victim, Alfred Genrer Brantnnd, was struck with a blunt object during an argument on a Cashon street. Detective Carver testified the men allegedly attacked Stanford after a dispute over a period. The case involves multiple witnesses and conflicting statements as investigators search for a weapon.

Tentaall Hamas Montrag Ellomang Alyce Nsvoagean Pouce Weller Carhon Alferd Cashoneetay Stanford

Brastane Weather Bureau Forecast Clipped

The Brastane Weather Bureau yesterday reported sultry conditions with scattered showers and moderate winds. Coastal areas expect thunderstorms in the Principals and Gulf country while inland remains easterly to northerly. North Coast sees scattered coastal showers with moderate falls and southeast winds.

Brastane Weather Bureau Prninsals Gulf Country Queenslan

German plant to Australia report unclear and disputed

An Australian Trade Commissioner report from the United Kingdom describes a German plant arrangement for heavy machinery and cartridge fabrication bound for Australia. The notice mentions seizure or restriction of shipments, with Critchley noting a thousand tons awaiting shipment at Rambure, and references to secret draws and enforcement actions impacting German industry.

Canberra Germany Australie United Kingdom CE Critchtey Critchley Rambure Tee

Brisbane Wool Sales Rise Amid Foreign Competition

The Brisbane wool market opened January with prices showing a 3 percent rise over the previous week. Demand remained strong though several lots failed to meet the January asking prices. A total of 12,500 bales were offered, with prices for merino and crossbred wools quoted around 424 9d to 724.

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Community Hotel Winton Fire Triggers Council Probe

A damaged report describes a community hotel in Winton suffering a blaze. The Winter Shire Council and Premier Mr EM Bani oversee an inquiry into the building's eligibility for reconstruction and public interest.

Winton Bani Coun Counci 'm

Radio Listeners Licences Deal Sparks Controversy

The article reports heated debate over radio listener licences linked to a proposed federation plan. Officials vow to tighten conditions, linking licence approval to membership in a broader communications group. Critics call the move excessive while some see it as needed regulation.

Dissatisfaction with repatriation services sparks meeting

Medics and ex servicemen in Adelaide condemn the repatriation report as a flawed document. NSW branch VP H R Mitchell urges immediate medical reexamination of former prisoners of war and criticizes reliance on a mathematical formula to assess disability. He says female rehabilitation claims are inadequately treated and slams the minister's explanations as ludicrous.

Adelaide Australian Legion of H.R. Mitchell New South Wales Mitchels

Englishmen's N Z Tour and Liquor Hours Debate in Brisbane

March 10 report from Brisbane discusses the Englishmen's New Zealand cricket tour and a moralist push on liquor hours. It mentions Wellington batting and fielding, MCC opportunities, licensing questions, and debates over pro and anti temperance forces influencing policy and trade during the tour era.

WELLANETON Trade report on Britain and Canberra food aid

A London report by Trade Commissioner Gattan notes Britain's aid program and previous year’s activities. It mentions food shipments to Britain, trade balance, and a yearly recap including staples like cut butter, bacon, powder, and beer. The summary highlights overall logistics and the ongoing exchange with Canberra.

Canberra Britain Gattan London Tederr Critetilay Pollo Oty

Overtime dispute triggers watersiders strike across docks

Claimants say overtime payments were altered by a new ruling and not required before dinner. The Adelaide Steamship Company contest claims, while crews on Mungapa Mundailie and Katoora suspended for refusing overtime. The Stevedoring Industry Commission and Life Company faced protests about gang transfers and dock delays.

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Illegal migrant ship attempt to run Palestine blockade

The Abeti, a ship part of the New York faction, reportedly left New York on December 21 with 900 Jews aboard aiming to breach the Palestine blockade. Senator Ovy Gillet, head of the American party for Palestine, warned the operation would face swift action by authorities. In Jerusalem, twenty crew members of the Abr ship planned to storm the Magistrates Court in malls.

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Golden City Thousand Stirs Bendigo Pace for Cameron

Melbourne sprinter Saren-Dee Cameron, 36, captured the Golden City Thousand at Bendigo a day, clocking a fast time from four yards to win by inches. South Wales, South Australia, and other regions were represented in the field, with notable mentions of rivals and placings.

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Dutch Dakota Wreck Found Off Brisbane Shores

Wreckage washed ashore near Brisbane over the weekend is identified as belonging to the Dutch Dakota. A crane and dragging operation were reported ongoing as searchers established the find and sought more details on its origin and the crew.

Brisbane Dakota

Experts to discuss tobacco plans in Australia and exports

Experts plan discussions on tobacco production and control with focus on long term policy. Officials consider impacts of agricultural practices, additives, and regional enforcement while weighing public health and economic outcomes.

Warning on delaying disarmament amid security concerns

The report notes warnings from Sinintrer Bore RTS and the Minster on delaying disarmament until security is established. Protests, safety items, and public safety measures surround the planned weapon control in Australia as wartime tensions rise.

Sinintrer RTS Emre Caretta Dieayma Minster Tee Peet Australia

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