20 Mar 1952
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1952
Page
1
Queensland Cane Growers Association at Bundaberg formed a united front to approach the Central Cane Price Board. Growers will tie new and increased production quotas to the Commonwealth granting a higher raw sugar price, after disappointing only 14d per lb. rise. The Brisbane meeting backed urgent price increases to support expansion plans.
Brisbane reports detail cane growers, officials and the Sugar Producers associations pushing for urgent price increases amid Commonwealth inquiry plans. Delegates urge government support and intensified measures to secure fair sugar prices while warning of continued pressure on growers.
In Sydney sear the court hears maintenance from the wife’s estate as Samuel Aber of Concord seeks alimony from his second wife. The case covers arrangements and settlements dated 1908 with testimony about first wife claims and ensuing obligations. The hearing details payments and terms expected by both parties and insurers.
A government inquiry investigated police co operation with telegraph services amid concerns over subscriber misuse and illicit betting. Officials discussed post and telegraph act authority to sever lines and regulate phone services, noting independence of departments and the risk of government actions conflicting with each other.
The record notes discussions at a conference of the Sugar Producers Association with leaders including JC McPaul and Mickes Parisi. Proposals urged steps to secure full sugar price support under the Commonwealth framework and approval of executive measures to aid the industry.
Report outlines Commonwealth and State funding split for the Melbourne Olympic events at the Carlton Cricket Ground. Prime Minister and officials announce half the cost to be borne by the Commonwealth with remaining funds from the State Government and local council. Estimated ground costs around £550,000 with £140,000 provisionally set for conversion and facilities.
Fragmentary text references betting, gambling, and family support with unclear names and places. The garbled lines mention Himes edge and Saint Mae een willl gambling frat ne ned forged their home and even x. No coherent event or outcome can be established from the readable portions.
In Sydney transcripts from the Liquor Royal Commission reveal Arthur Beckhouse an Auditor-General official testified that police officers allegedly offered £50 to hide names linked to illicit beer distribution. Carruthers and Veitch figures discussed the fund source and timing, with Be clear that police involvement sought to influence the inquiry process. The hearing adjourned with further testimony expected.
Briswane March 19 The Australian authorities aid hot know of any defaulters among the Clare irrigation settlers. The minister said that the settlers had made progress, with only a few primary or secondary debts remaining to be met within ten years of establishment.
A chaotic garbled report notes a visiting forest director to New Orleans and mentions plywood log prices, imports, and industry impact. It references shipments, private deals, and a temporary price shift affecting producers and buyers in the timber sector.
Fragmentary OCR presents a discussion of Chinese-Dutch or Chinese figures and a possible elevation to peerage. Mentions a first women of Chinese descent in British peerage, statements by Lindsay, and unclear references to relations with Australia and Yen Ching University.
In Washington on March 18 the secretary said the United States would not take a stronger position than it already has in discussions between Britain and other parties. He noted no new demand for British technology measures and stressed shared interests in a possible settlement. The remarks touched on Persian fields and price concerns amid the broader diplomatic balance.
In Baisbank on March 18 the claim that Bowen may be a site for a refinery is under investigation. The report notes potential need for increased refinery capacity to meet agricultural demands and mentions ongoing tests and assessments.
At Bundaberg on March 19 the Queensland Cane Growers Association passed resolutions to secure fair pricing for raw sugar under the Austral Agreement. Executives of sugar organizations reaffirmed the industry’s push for adequate, secure prices and urged renewed state pressure for amendments to the agreement to strengthen cane growers’ position.
Proceedings from a Queensland sugar conference discuss keeping sugar prices stable with a 10drovne adjustment, supporting local growers and equipment, and proposing cooperative ownership of refineries. Delegates urge government inquiry into economics of new refineries, oppose rising living costs, and seek tax relief for farm machinery. The meeting endorses petition on producer protection and thanks labor-advisor efforts. next annual gathering set for Saint Lucia or Risglune.
Washington reports Defence problems worldwide as UK resources shrink and Britain faces raw material shortages. The note cites Acheson on rationing and the need to sustain Allied production, warning that reduced earnings could force Britain to cut resource flows and impact American support.
Diplomatic tensions surface as Egypt and Britain face off over political influence in Cairo. Reports describe rival factions, military gestures, and calls for stability amid shifting alliances.
Boxing promoter Kenny and manager Charlee Keith announce a 15 round bout for March 3 featuring welterweight contenders in Wellington. The card highlights Chub Kelthat accepting terms for a bout and a developing lineup with Deve Bands and Sid ney among the scheduled fights.
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