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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 28, 1947

Page

9

Babinda Meeting Farewell For Olga Burnett At Catholic Club

At the Catholic Club meeting on Wednesday evening farewell was said to Olga Burnett who is leaving Babinda. Mr Don Stewart, club president, thanked her for service and presented a small gift. In parish meetings, plans were discussed for a consolidating high school and new travel arrangements for Innisfail State High School pupils. The Railway Department refused cooperation, and the committee moved to establish a Consoligwien Benoot at Bubinds. The interschool sports program and education system updates were noted, with costs around £6 13s 6d. Burnett and Olga left by train for Prigerpine. Mr Burnett and family left for Brisbane soon after.

Mise Olga Burnett Outriot Don Stewart Uae Innisfail Ila Effers Consoligwien Benoot Wi Bubinds Ube Honl Gstems Peewr Messames Dick Burnett Re Burnett Olga Prigerpine St. Buregt Babinda Burnett R. Watoon Brisbane

Maize Marketing Meeting Notes At Atherton

March meeting of Atherton board discussed maize pricing and grain positions. Officials and government representative reviewed Wheat Board actions and futures timing, with price guidance debated and payments outlined.

Atherton Mar Martin Arbus Tostersn Mitiesban Brewaghan Sivaughen Hate Wheat Board

The King's Treasure Trail Through Civil War Times

A vivid 17th century scene describes a staged royal transfer of bullion escorted northward in 1647. The narrative traces the journey from the capital to Northallerton, with guards, political stakes, and a fragile safety as Parliamentarian power tightens. It highlights how Charles I navigated Parliament and factions, seeking support while fearing capture, and frames the event as part of a broader struggle over sovereignty and the king’s fate.

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Port Douglas Notes and Social Rounds Report

Port Douglas notes recap local card games and social events from March 22 to March 26. Winners include Mrs Frost and Mrs Ramway in bridge. Mrs Neilson and Miss A Tail in euchre. Local visitors, teas, and cricket gathering at Port Douglas are mentioned amid weather notes and illness reports among residents.

Port Douglas Bre Couch House Prank Moody Ec. Smit Ours Atherton End Devilsi Max Frost

Mossman News Report on Local Appeal and City Weather

Mossman notes from a Red Cross appeal urging donations from residents. A meeting approved a 30 shilling contribution while a weather system brings heavy rain and flooding concerns with strong winds affecting the town.

Mossman Uoder The Red Cross Alt Tay Bells Mossman Brecon RD Ress 8Rtina Awervinty Alec Mex

Light on Education in Melbourne News Letter

A belated awareness of the differences of state education grows amid apathy and depleted facilities. The Education Department spends on adverts to recruit 3000 trainee teachers as salaries rise starting at £286. Prospective teachers cluster in rooms, aiming for 2000 teachers, enabling reforms like raised school leaving age and expanded practical subjects at hospitals. University Council lifts first year medical intake from 185 to 180.

Tate Commonwealth Brome Ednestina Ertra University Council

Melbourne Bridges Delay and Public Works Plans in 1948

Melbourne's bridge projects face delays as Work progress stalls on the City Bridges and street upgrades. The minister hints at new bridge sites and a costly subway scheme while council recommends spending on subways near Kildaraod and Sturt Street. The report notes ongoing theatre closures and cultural shifts as urban renewal proposals unfold amid extended planning timelines.

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Orminon’s Recover Paris? London March note on Parliament

AAP dispatch from London reports Lord Presse recovering after an illness may impact parliamentary notes during the March recess. Morrison hospital seat details imply ongoing health concerns and potential effects on government proceedings.

London Martert Morrison

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