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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 27, 1951

Page

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UN Forces Link Up in Western Korea to Clear Pocket

United Nations tank and infantry forces joined south of the 38th parallel to destroy the remaining sizeable Communist pocket. Allied units advanced from Munsan and Uijongbu as Chinese and North Korean troops fled. A front line dispatch noted a lone Communist company with tanks near Uijongbu. A South Korean navy raiding party landed on the Hareen west coast about 50 miles north of the 38th parallel, supported by two minelayers, seizing Wolsa Peninsula near the Taedong River estuary leading to Peryonye. Red soldiers reportedly captured 69 and seized several machine guns and equipment.

Rio United Nations Korea 38Th Parallel Munsan Uijongt Uijongbu Hareen Far East Naval Headquarters Wolsa Peninsula Taedong River Chimnempo Preryonye Asaissance Republic of Korea

Patrols Cross the 38th Parallel Amid Fierce Weather

American troops near the 38th parallel report heavy rain as patrols push north from the coast. Chinese and Communist forces reportedly retreat with light patrols observing the movement. Allied infantry form to repulse a counterattack while lines stiffen along hilly terrain near the town.

Unhappy British Doctors Debate National Health Scheme

Fragmented OCR text discusses British doctors unhappy with the National Health Scheme, government resignations, and political pressure. It references Health Minister figures, institutional responses, and potential reforms, with scattered mentions of parties, protests, and public health strategy.

Lifesaver Fights Shark Off Avalon Beach

Sydney lifeguard recalls dramatic encounter as a shark closed in on swimmers at Avalon Beach. Ken Davison and Nel Davison battled the shark. McCredin and Silasaver McCredon aided, lifting the animal from the water and guiding it away from the group of children.

Sydney Dareh Fearold Wirsaver Atves Nie Aert Beard Avalon Bay Ken Uaviasin Avaln, Sras Davidson Thildren Sears Davidnon Tell Ken Daviason Teight Nel Davaiane Mas McCredia Enninar Silasaver McCradio Nell David Sim

Queensland voters estimate enrolment for coming election

Officials in Queensland discuss enrolment figures for the upcoming federal election, with estimates around 70 000 new voters. The Commonwealth Rectoral Officer notes previous totals, while concerns rise about income tax, professional fees, and living costs impacting medical service provision.

Brisbane Arch Wallabie Qurerialand Commonwealth Es Can

Royal Commission on Sugar Delayed to Report

The Royal Commission on sugar in London delayed its 12 month study on potential and development of the sugar industry. Evidence was heard in May and hearings continued through October with a government report expected after further delays. Chairman F A Cramer blamed weather and witness issues for the postponement, hoping to finish soon and forward findings on overseas markets for Australia’s exportable sugar surplus. The Pastoral Commission in Queensland was appointed to assess settlement and use of pastoral lands.

Commonwealth Sugar Silka London Australie Te Hoyat Coin Iniapron Fal Cramer Anid Ue Commission Witnemce Owid Maak Iie Ce Oel Fast Reptember Ibe Queensland Pastoral Inne

Japanese Trade Boom Amid War Time Exports Rise

TOKIO reports a sharp rise in exports for 1946 with exports up 108 percent year over year while imports grew 17 percent, led by the United States at 20 percent of exports and 42 percent of imports. Australia contracts for Japanese yarn and drilling stockpiles frame a broader wartime trade shift.

Japan United State Aetcalle Sapede TOKIO Yag Shoten United States Sod Prem Extu Artaud

Woman Burned at Show Injures Audience Members

A fire or explosion at a show in Tweed Heads injured a woman and several bystanders. Mrs Nilon and Mrs Hayes were among those treated. most serious condition reported for Mrs Nilon who was admitted to Vincent's Hospital. Other victims received medical care at the scene.

Mme Milan Shana Tory Muriel Haver Lee Bae Mra Nilon Mise Hayes Ross ‘Sere Ihken Vincent's Hospital

Protest Entered Brisbane Yacht Clash Sparks Formal Complaint

A protest was filed over a Brisbane yacht race incident at Morton Bay involving Sea Toye and Chinba yacht Fare The Chinba. The committee met for four hours, with G Dennin announcing that LRH would meet Agni Yemorrow and that the protest would proceed, though details remained unclear.

Brisbane Morton Bay Tn Gvrensign Crum Yeeht Herae G.dennin Agni Noreemur Murutes

Chicquita Narrowly Edges Prince Fairies in Sandown Cup

March 24 at Plemington saw Chicquita the champion mare strike her voliture late in the Sandown Cup. Prince Fairies, trained by Caske Porter and ridden by Garnet Rou tours, surged from the outside in the straight to match Chicquita and finish a head apart at the post.

Melouunse Chicquita Plemington Prince Cr Fairies Caske Porter Garnet Routours M Prest Prince 0 Fairies Serues Chicquile Prince Fairiée Wimh Prince O Prince O' Fhiries Han Toney

Morase Valley Tomorrow Event Noted

An apparent local evento brief mentions Tor Morase and a gathering in Valley tomorrow labeled as I Waster Bim. Details are fragmented and unnamed organizers or locations lack clear context.

Peron Presses Back at Skeptics on Atomic Lead Claim

Buenos Aires dispatch reports President Peron rebuking foreign press for doubting Argentina’s atomic lead claim. He insisted the technology is for his country and criticized international commentators while citing Dr Ronald Richter’s demonstrations and plans to advance a hydrogen bomb program.

Buester Regerie Argentina Ritcher Allough

Dr Michter Details Nuclear Tests and Furnace Plans

Dr Michter describes a small scale explosion with a velocity vastly higher than conventional tests and a plan to scale up with a new coolant reactor. He notes temperatures akin to the sun and asserts ongoing work with new procedures and potential industrial use. The date February 18 is cited as when related thermo-acceleration experiments occurred.

Michter Nener

Rain Affected Struggle On Wicket Amid Mixed Plays

Rain disrupted the match as New Zealand bowlers and fielders produced a tense session. Brown top scored with four strong shots while other batsmen struggled, and severalAB players including Bailey, Wright, and Compton made key dismissals. Fall of wickets noted at 1, 24, 57, 94, 102, 105, 125.

New Zealand Brown Ensious Sciente Eves Finlat

Americas conference aims to boost unity and defense ties

The United States convened a Western Hemisphere conference with Secretary Dâhbowti presiding to discuss military, economic, and political cooperation. Delegates expected debates on arming, regional defenses, and bolstering domestic industries while avoiding overt agenda clashes and foreign influence.

United State Bale D ‘Aehowti Duneire Maty Sewepapes le Prems United States Jen Sid Wm Lester

Trans Pacific Flight Mission Near Valparaiso

A.R2 Captain PG Taylor prepared for takeoff from Barer Salar en route to Valparaiso. Reports note his departure from Ne lantee after an exploratory list with Bing Yost from ydney. Weather and radio chatter hint at delays. arrival expected today in Valparaiso, though the captain’s timing appears extended.

PG Taylor Barer Salar Torday Captain Taylor Ydney Rass Ter

Indian Food Ministry Plans Wheat Aid With Romania Proposal

The Indian Food Ministry is considering a proposal from Romania to supply 50 thousand tons of wheat. The plan aims to boost imports and stabilize domestic grain availability amid ongoing shortages and price pressures.

DELL AAP Bea Inerehage Tor

British Atomic Battery Chief Comments On Argentine Claim

London March 25 The chairman of the British Atomic Battery Communion Sir George Thomson commented on Argentina's claim of a new tach stage in atomic power saying the claim resembles the known "TH reaction" Britain achieved over 20 years ago.

London George Thomson Britain

Mine shaft rescue at Gympie details and injuries

A late report describes a rescue at a Gympie mine shaft where an elderly man, John O Subt, was found at the bottom after a descent. Responders lowered a rope ladder and stretcher to bring him to the surface amid injuries including concussion and abrasions.

Gympie Mayen Gympor Banden Dumgeraun Barts Toonigh John O'Subt Widowar Pearly Rudford Sultan Tere Ailazhrd

German Migration Programme Statement Sparks Debate

A report from Melbourne notes the Minister for Enclosure (Mr. Bommt) addressing the German Migration Programme. He claims recent dubious performances by certain organizations were exaggerated, while advocates urge caution in policy shifts and call for oversight of migration elements amid broader public concern.

Canberds Eget Yale Norra, Ao Algredon Teumigratiog Banking Council Adraury Coun Petaetise BoMmt Crfiden

Bankstream Dominates Sydney Cup in Easy Win

Bankstream led from early stages of the Sydney Cup to win by five lengths over Freedom and Comic Court. My Request and School Belle disputed early action as Bankstream extended clear by the home turn, with Playboy, Hurry Up, and Benlatream among the trailing pack before Bankstream finished ahead in a convincing victory.

Bankstream Freedom Comic Court My Request School Belle McGrowdie Playboy Hurry Up Benlatream

Sydney racing notes show record turnover and crowd drop

In Sydney racing coverage, figures indicate turnover reached a record level while attendance fell by about two thousand. Oversight and Imisheim won the major Sydney Cup events, with other results noted from Randwick and the wider program.

STAOK Hemvy Dencanter Imisheim

Voussoirs Mission SRIMBASE March Victory

Veiled handicapping note reports Voussoirs Mission SRIMBASE winning the 12 furlong Autumn Handical Eade Fair Medal and the Heisuane Cup prize of £12,001 at Atey, with an implied strong field and mixed results for other contenders including Nampedr, Thatahtni, and Pardoned in a murky racing round-up.

Srimbase Atey Voussoir Baer Feeliman

Price controls and the labour party debate in Melbourne

Melbourne report outlines a national price debate. R Breasey cites Easter State Labour Party claims on price control as key to future Whale Governments. The article argues referendum on price controls could influence government policy and union actions.

Melbourne R Breasey Labour Party Vie Binls Patera Comurol

Recurring Rekindling of MacArthur Dispute in Washington

Reported tensions over General MacArthur's authority persist as U S and Allied officials debate limits and possible responses. Protests in Washington signal insistence on stricter control while considerations of Peking and Korea policy influence the unfolding crisis.

Gutic Afsican Caport General MacArthur MacAribus'e Sine

Tear Gas Used By Police At Harried Town Protest

Report describes police deploying tear gas as crowds of several hundred protesters gathered in Hetian town. The disturbance followed disputed actions by local officials, with several participants detained. No injuries reported in this brief notice.

Pope Appeals for Peace Amid Global Tensions

A Vatican message calls for peace as world leaders seek deescalation amid rising conflicts. The pontiff urges dialogue and humanitarian aid, citing the human cost of war and urging nations to show restraint and seek common ground for diplomacy.

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