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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 12, 1953
Page
5
A Queensland conference features engineers and experts from sugar cane sectors discussing cross discipline collaboration in Innisfail, highlighting trials in waste recovery, paper making from bagasse, and potential for broader industrial uses. Key figures note past successes by cane benefactors, urging continued innovation to economically utilize scarce by products.
A damaged OCR record notes a woman convicted for begging alms, with garbled surrounding text. The readable portion indicates a court or gaol sentence and mentions Bevakare or Bevcare as a possible name, and a judge or official reference. The fragmentary lines provide unclear dates or places.
Fragmented OCR text reports Labour Party figures and parliamentary actions around a coronation event in London. Mentions include senators and courts, with irregular spellings and uncertain names. The readable parts suggest a political briefing on labour involvement and allied delegates.
Fragmentary report recounts a Bradahgw lineage from Staffordshire to Australia with James Bradana and four children among those emigrants. The text notes family history, remarriage, and later divisions, mentioning individuals such as Eline and Bradsnaw and the Callings of Leichbards.
Weather notes show east to north east winds with showers and thunder along the coast. An accident at a Cairns residence left Dennis Sheehan with four toes severed by a shovel. ambulance treated him and he was later discharged. Rains totals reach 38.30 inches for the period with 33 points in the 38 hours. temperatures ranged from 12 to 108 degrees Fahrenheit with varying humidity. Also reported is the launch of MV Cymus, a Shaw Savill and Co. cargo vessel, due to visit Cairns later this year.
The article discusses ongoing engineering challenges in the Dutch liner industry. It notes difficulties in processing and production, the need for research-backed methods, and the role of technical officers in driving efficiency. It highlights the global push for innovation, the spread of research results, and the importance of agricultural and chemical advances, including potential uses of new substances like Krilum plc.
Fragmented report from London and New York sources notes bottles and metal prices amid a probe into recycling and waste materials. Mentions factory clarifications, research workers, and shifting demand as a century-old material known as openF transforms from waste to a usable product.
A detailed exchange shows the Waterside Workers Federation challenging Mr Campbell. The discussion covers labor, government inquiry reports, sugar handling, and potential direct negotiations between employers and workers along with port loading concerns and the Queensland visit.
A long, data laden discussion outlines upcoming droving season and its impact on sugar production. It notes nonworking river tests, engine stalls, and barge issues, with references to contractors and engineers negotiating terms. The piece highlights expected crop yields, market value, and surpluses, plus concerns over waste bagasse disposal and modernization efforts.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses labour power balance for pre war and post war ship trade. Mentions Senator Woods, Vic snips, and various figures about men and tonnes. References to mechanisation, watermen, and community obligations affecting workers and industry.
Salins and Giber Paris from the Peninsula the year.
Mar 11 report describes a large crowd of non IMM members forming lines across the main entrance to Parliament in Canberra. A police line of about 20 officers blocked access as farmers demanded government resignation and urged action while members emerged amid disorder.
A funeral notice laments the death of Rolles on 25 March and remembers the late Moralitio Faolo with messages from spouse, parents in law, and grandchildren. The tribute lists surviving relatives and expresses enduring affection and sorrow from the family.
Mr W J King reviews progress on large scale sugar industry expansions with accelerated machinery installation and intensified planning for new ro, highlighting executive focus on rapid rollout and readiness for delivery.
Minister Blames Slow Handling and Industrial Trouble. Mr Holt faced questions from the Opposition Leader Dr H V Evatt about alleged shipowners delays in the vital sugar cargo movement. He was asked if private shipping operators showed a different attitude from the Commonwealth line of steamers.
The unreadable fragment references wartime restraints, protests, and measures affecting unemployed workers, with mentions of possible forest or public order concerns and a questioning tone about the necessity and timing of actions amid unclear events.
A proposed subsidies scheme for the national public works program aims to fund utilities and community facilities with a mixed plan. Officials discuss budget caps and weather risks that could delay contracting and construction, with council and farm inputs shaping the approved works.
March 11 report from Canberra notes Commonwealth Bank arrangements for Queensland Tobacco Marketing Board growers facing unsold leaves. References to MCB plans, officials, and delayed applications, with mentions of Queensland and a Mooroondoo sheep project and local department involvement.
The Dalray entry dominates the race at New Zealand event, with the Sectory Cop famrs noted in the field. Gros Plate St Piemine shows early pace before Dalray sprints ahead, while Miler and others trail as the favourite gathers late speed.
Seymour Howe bursaries award prizes to sugar industry students for three diploma courses. The second year grants total £25 each and the third and fourth year awards amount to larger sums. Recipients include Girt Titime Twente Kalamia McKalfee Rae Norman Tap Toneth Georg Milisquin Mulgrave and others, with funds used for books or tools of trade valued at £1210. The awards recognize merit across the sugar industry bursaries.
A fragmentary report notes an apparent HOVIET attack on a plane and a related disruption at Porton Ber. The text references an unspecified event with limited readable details, mentioning a force and location but lacking concrete names or dates.
A Gordonvale Mulgrave Shire deputation seeks improvements at the railway station and approaches a plan to secure funding. The document details proposals, site considerations, and anticipated cost implications for a public works project.
Obituary notice reports the death of Firmin McKinnon, a resident of Cavtiey tall med at Highgate M1 Putas. The report lists his age and date of passing with local burial details forthcoming.
The Banking Bill was passed in Canberra amid government support and a coalition of committees backing the measure. The bill aims to regulate banking operations and set standards for financial institutions under the new act.
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