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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 16, 1951

Page

6

Balkans tension shapes Tito era policy and Soviet reaction

The article analyzes Balkan dynamics and Yugoslavia's stance amid pressure from the Soviet Union and Western powers. It discusses Tito's resolve for national integrity, belief in independence from Moscow, and the risk of aligning with imperialist blocs while balancing Turkey, Greece, and Western support.

Ineoslavia Moscow Hissin Tito Jugnstavia Wyatt Jess Greally

Lasster's Lost Reef Mystery In Canberra

A fragmented report notes a rumored reef near Canberra and hints at government inquiry. It mentions an individual named Mr He and a House of near estates, with unclear dates or clear actions.

Canberra Evi Feng Alan Auepuis

Italian Labourer Convicted in Remand Case

An Italian labourer faced court session on remand as details emerge from the trial. The proceedings reference a sequence of legal actions, with testimonies indicating involvement in alleged offenses. The report notes the defendant’s status and the ongoing inquiry by authorities.

Shipping Move Ments and Transatlantic Passage

A fragmented shipping item outlines move ments and sailing schedules from Calcutta to Britain and Sydney. It notes ships named Calms and Bris, routes via the Atlantic to Liverpool, and port references at Calcutta and Sydney with dates in March and April. The report mentions crews, sailings, and empty holds, hinting at logistics and passenger movement during the period.

Marne SBS Elven Bwanes New Pen Liverpool Port Alma Covent de Pawarty Torrex Maentes Mackey Caleuera Sud Arrivire Calva Apef Svore Levers Syiney Maren Eae Sane

Dozens of Young Crocodiles Reported at Dozens of Crocodiles

Dozens of young crocodiles are mentioned in a garbled report from Townevie and St Madras. The text is largely illegible, containing jumbled phrases about individuals, time, and events with no clear coherent facts or names.

Townevie Decau Madras Eferduy

Arbitration Bill Blocked In Senate Adjournment

The Senate adjourned after debate on the arbitration bill delaying action until a later session. Lawmakers considered directing the court to enforce awards and orders and the measure cleared a House reading before moving to the Senate for further action.

SL Vos Sane Piimet Ite Uieh Punien BLL Oni Tusa

Australia Wool Cheque Figures Stir Market Debate

Fragmented OCR text references a February week auction, national council involvement, and Wool cheque figures with figures around £200 million. Mentions Australia day, residents, and industrial notes with unclear totals and dates. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent details.

Brisbane Joan Ted National Council of No Ia Australia Ben Ealerings Quatralla

THANE WR REMEMBERS A LOVED ONES PASSING

A memorial notice recalls Thane Wr and mourns the loss of a family member. It honors Harold Tagkeon and others close to the deceased, noting a funeral and the family’s remembrance. The message mentions a mother, brother Tinimiy and others present at the service with heartfelt gratitude.

THANE Harold Tagkeon Makroment Nursing Tye Ynewr

Weather Forecast Confused Local Sphere Report

Fragmented local weather note describes rainfall, winds, showers, and temperatures with garbled names and places. It mentions Cape Yor and a reserve on Wadaa Creek, plus subsidies and a town meeting. Key facts include scattered showers and a gusty coast, with a rough temperature range and wind observations.

Local Area Accident Report Highlights Many Names

A fragmented local notice lists multiple individuals and places tied to recent accidents. It mentions first aid at the scene and references several residents and officials, including names like Samii, Tat, Welk, and George Sievers, with scattered mentions of areas near Atlan and random institutions. The text is garbled but centers on a string of accident events and responses.

Alan

Irregular Doctor Visits and Board Meeting Notes

Fragmentary notes recount irregular doctor visits and a board meeting at a hospital or medical group. Mentions of physicians, administrators, and questions about ambulatory services and availability of dedicated staff for patient care. Unclear names and locations appear due to damaged text, but reference to a hospital board and medical oversight is implied.

Basic Wage Award Report and Retirement Grievance

A basic wage award dispute and retirement grievance are filed by a party named Kirby in relation to a water service position. The document references an artist and a salon, with details about a pension or retirement setup and a veteran matter. The text is fragmented and portions unreadable.

Easter fishing outlook raises chances of good haul

Fishermen report diminished supplies and uncertain weather as easter tides approach. Boats from Cooktown to Princess Charlotte Bay plan multi day runs while ports north and south brace for variable catch yields amid a cautious market.

Fecel Paul Ald Pragent Calas Oliver Boss Cooktown Westier Princess Charlotte Bay

Measures to curb Queenaland growth and subsidies debated

Brisbane reports a parliament discussion led by Mr Foley proposing new controls on rural production, a chief inspector to regulate deliveries, and government subsidies on certain plants. The plan aims to foster further expansion across Queensland while guarding growth and preventing fires amid a harsh season.

Brisbane Landa Queenalana Basra Pochavile Evista Cricades Queenslang Foley Tore Tore Beigadoe Arpax Burma Chia Wasson

Northern Loans sea approval granted

A fragmented report notes approval granted by the Prertive Council for a series of financial and construction steps. It mentions the Araptal ar Tulle rewiring project and related debentures, with incomplete references to Cassbah and Dye procurement actions.

Northern Loans Shisbane Fis Cornell Fadel Shire Coyne Tzan Cortanyale Drisenn Prinnell Casbah

Doctors Leave Bord Discussion At Hospital Board

A chaotic board meeting reveals doctors leaving duties amid a contentious hospital plan. The chair and officials debate annual care provisions and telegraph a shift in medical officer duties while emphasizing responsibility for essential services in the district. The motion, supported by Sir L Brophy and Creedy, passes after debate over supervision and staffing.

Calis Dnd Front Beard Wiroian HM. Waiaon Relas Cordonsale Babine Wea Luculi L- Brophy Air 8 Creedy Eas

Cairns Chamber to study Creek road access obstacles

Members referred the issue of access to Creek Bailey’s Creek to a standing committee. The group will gather facts on the problem, noting the main hurdle is a proposed 800 foot bridge over the Deintree River costing about £75,000 and nine miles of road over the Alexander Range estimated at £50,000.

Cairns Chamber of Commerce Deintree Alexander Range

Urgent Works on Conk Highway Expansion Discussed

A letter from Townville reveals concerns about inequitable storage of rules and location of funds for a road project. The Main Road Committee considers widening and external-line expansion as possible actions. Officials mention population impact and a potential water supply issue in an Oven area, with Musgrave Shire Council and Mr Hama Ukodak cited in proceedings.

Siont Agrici Laakty Lou Sadie Mans A & G Stan Wea

President's Annual Report Highlights Economic Plans and Shortages

The annual report reviews efforts to drive development in North Quest and East Wales, noting shortages and industrial strategy. It cites government priorities, shipping, and potential projects, with comment from leaders on progress, obstacles, and future actions.

Market and Price Report From Brisbane Trading Row

A Brisbane market note lists assorted farm produce and prices including lucerne hay, maize, and wheat. Entries show quantities and values like £8 to 65 4 for certain lots, with bids and samples described as ripening quality. One shipment of lucerne hay fetches varied bids, while maize lots sell at differing prices and commodity notes suggest mixed quality and weight.

Brisbane Mor Sven Lucerne

Fragmented OCR note with financial figures and names

A garbled historical OCR item lists scattered sums and proper nouns like states, places, and persons. The legible bits reference monetary amounts such as 690000 and 20000, with fragmentary mentions of Rev and regional locations, but the overall meaning remains unclear.

Obituary George Forgan Smith Dies in Brisbane

May 18 death reported in Brisbane as George Forgan Smith aged 39, elder son of W Forgan Smith former Premier of Gueensend and Niramah, Brisbane. He was a senior trainee at the intermediat e hospital.

Brisbane Soawoomby George Formen Smith W. Forgan Smitth Gueensend Niramah Tye Bane Intarmediate Hospi

Endurance Cyclist Teaches Cairns Departure For Canberra Ride

A veteran endurance cyclist plans an extensive ride from Cairns to Canberra arriving over a week, escorted by courier pairs and local clubs. The journey passes through towns including Townsville and Cardwell with daily leg times and stopovers, culminating in a formal welcome by regional leaders and the Premier.

Did Not Like Ror Range Country in Trial

Lasounee Fored faced charges with testimony from Stuart Sul-Tnepector and others about acts at Cairns and Tarwanes. The defense claimed she disliked work, with references to a plan, requisition, and a flight linked to a murder allegation. Sentencing included imprisonment with her sheraf, and the case involved the Selianal Service Oicer and Main Renate work details.

Lasounee Ale Brown Banff New South Wales Cairns Stuart

Royal Tour Hotel Booking Clues surface towns

Report notes hotel reservations linked to a royal tour from April 23 to May 2. Details reference official guidance, restricted access for the royal family, and the expected towns, dates, and accommodations managed by local hotel owners and government offices.

Srishane Mu Sadia e'Kosmpson Benail Rotala Ines Apel Oncidi Lebarmadd Elsue Pyderal Yale Glad Albhiouxt

Brisbane State Elections Warned Date Set

Fragmentary OCR notes announce Brisbane state elections with April date. Mentions specific officials and timelines but text is garbled. Core facts appear to reference a presidential or governance election schedule and related notices.

Transpacific Flight Event Fragment

Partial OCR reads like a disrupted report about a Transpacific Flight incident or departure with garbled names and times. It mentions a corsage, Jad Bestia, Paulhws altbaye Burg, and a time around 836 am. The legibility prevents a full clear summary of the event or outcome.

Altbaye

Cement for Power Stations

The Evocutive Council today subad the Mata Rsctricity Commis sion to incur expenditure of 30,072 to meet increased costs on 000 tons of cement and for the purchase of an additional 35 tonnes of cement required for the completion of new Power stations at Towneville Recknampion and aiowsrd.

Brubane Meren 18 Mata Rsctricity Commission Irtur Espendivnyr Stalione Towneville Recknampion Aiowsrd

Casualties in Korea report from Canemera area

The record lists several Third Battalion and Australian Regiment members with multiple names, including Tilind, Miram Laney, Vinces, and Healy, among others. Wounded numbers are noted, with several entries indicating killed or missing in action, across divisions referenced as Queens and related units.

Canemera Mae Canes Bat Ston Ravel Australian Regiment Tilind Wethon Ete Londay Tog Fee Miram Laney Toa Vinceseh Healy Doug Ot ‘Queeteland Acin Zoeeph Pep Chars Dorawan Deeds Uiea Boalt Queens

Fragmentary notice of event and names in blurred text

A damaged OCR fragment mentions an event and names but yields few readable details. It hints at a scene with a fire and a surname or place, yet lacks clear dates, participants, or outcomes. The legible bits suggest a narrative summary rather than a complete report.

Secret ballots for trade unions in debate on arbitration act

Dr Evatt led opposition to the governments plan for secret ballots in trade union elections amid Leaden soaring concerns. He argued the changes intrude on union rules and threaten independence while supporters cited risk of coercion and irregularities. The debate focused on the arbitration act amendments and unions across Australia being affected.

Evatte Dr Evatt Mapraaariatives Iebate al Feedy Australia

Princess Visit to Pope Sparks London Bonds

A royal visit to the Pope by a princess draws international attention in London on March 14. Reports describe ceremonial meetings and discussions shaping peace efforts and religious diplomacy amid complex global tensions.

Twenty Mile Wide Bush Fire Ignites Vast Outback Range

A sprawling bush fire sweeps across a twenty mile wide front in the outback, threatening remote homesteads and wildlife. Firefighting units mobilize with aircraft and ground crews to contain the blaze as hot winds push flames toward sparse settlements. Local authorities urge residents to monitor updates and prepare evacuations if needed.

Fragmented obituary notice from early 19th century report

A damaged OCR passage references a former employer at Plant 31 and individuals named Beall and Cope. It mentions a portrait and a disrupted interview style with unclear dates, locations, and events. The text includes scattered names, places, and numbers, but the overall narrative is fragmented and hard to parse.

Fragmented OCR Weather Note Hints At Local Conditions

A garbled weather snippet mentions place names and uncertain terms. It reads like an OCR fragment with inconsistent capitalization and stray letters. The readable parts point to weather related notes and possible regional references without a clear event or date.

Military exercise near Salat Towrsvilee reported

Reports describe a large postwar military exercise involving units from the Ci Mitury Forces. The event includes camp moves from Towherlile to a central training area with battalion level participants and officers detailing movement, support roles, and command positions.

Waterfront Strike Shrugs Kaikoura Northwest

A chaotic report on a waterfront strike in northwest New Zealand with references to minister talks and port operations. The piece notes ongoing protests, expected hearings, and tensions between strikers and shipping authorities as negotiations continue. The text includes tangled names and dates, reflecting a period of labor action affecting harbor activity.

Jang Sullivan Defeesa Paris Bominiga Cenerel

Local police investigate missing person amid unclear details

Police pursue leads in a London area case as witnesses recall a man named Rahane Charfeville and others. Authorities say a disappearance is being treated as a potential incident requiring more information from the public.

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