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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 11, 1953
Page
4
CALWELL speaks at a Labour rally in Como about South Australia voting power. He labels the distribution undemocratic, citing Premier Playford with 3 percent of votes and a “shocking” imbalance. He warns of Labour gains reshaping the House of Representatives after the next election.
Frut next April, Saben Airlines will rework its European network and fares to include a new travel class. Despite higher fares, economy passengers will fly in the same type of aircraft as first class travelers, a shift announced by Leon Scnoevarria of the company.
A fragmented text reflects a speaker urging belief in Australia and Queensland, praising faith and self in a colonial tone. It references wealth potential for the land and the role of citizens in national strength, with hints of a public orator addressing a broad audience about civic pride.
An account recalls the Mossman Atherton region's railway development and a 1909 to 1913 era journey through scrub and gorges. It covers council debates on river crossings, funding struggles, loan repayments, and the impact on local settlers including Peter, Mary, Jimmy John, and families. The narrative follows road and rail planning, construction challenges, and community hopes amid economic strain and eventual progress.
A fragment discusses an Admiralty plan concerning boars and preservation techniques. It notes the role of glass fiber, moisture effects on materials, and risks from steam fumes and moisture to prevent deterioration.
The Shire Council and Mr Prine discuss Coronation Day events with ideas to fund via loans and squares grants. Plans include a community celebration at the grounds, planting trees with Agriculture and Stock input, and a celebration dance to close the day. Indoor programs and schedules are refined by the show society and stewards.
A sprawling report notes discussions between Mosman riders and Cairns Show officials during a visit to evaluate participation in events at Cairns Show. It records shipboard sponsors, commitments, and a proposed Mosman delegation to the canton committee as part of ongoing show arrangements and financial outlines.
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