Sugar ports efficiency in Queensland reported as poor
Canberra March 27 officials cited by the Australian Stevedoring Industry Board chairman Mr J M Hewitt in the 1951 52 annual report said sugar port efficiency in Queensland was almost non existent The transcript notes that while production process to shipment was efficient the shipment stage broke down risking about 25 million pounds in state income and that shipment complexities increase with higher production
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Canberra
Queensland
J. M. Hewitt
H. E. It
Hewitt
Rates of Loading Steadily Decline Across Ports
Report details a broad slowdown in loading rates affecting ships at Muar and Suez coast facilities. It notes reduced work, a push for higher wages and better conditions, and tensions between labor unions and employers over productivity, standards, and working hours amid port disruptions.
Wreckage of Aircraft in Hervey Range Area
Fragmented OCR reads of a wartime crash report describe wreckage in Hervey Range with a Air Force and RNAP involvement. Names appear garbled, but reference to a 1942 search party and a probable sarpe arrest occur in casual notes.
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Hervey
Charges Against Watersiders In Townsville Court
Townsville hearing set after charges against 72 watersiders for alleged refusal to obey instructions. Witnesses include Meternige writer Arif Boley and Goer! Mouse. date moved from March 3 to April 37, with outside observers present.
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Townsville
Perry Sassions
Arif Boley
Durina Ot
Man Iing
Kakier
Parliament in recess as budget fate looms before elections
The House of Representatives adjourns for a recess with a crucial next sitting expected to decide the fate of the government and opposition ahead of Senate elections scheduled for May. Observers anticipate party leaders’ lobbying in the coming week.
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House of Representatives
Partie
Improvement in Health and General News from Rockhampton
A garbled report notes Mr Power’s sudden illness and travel limitations. It mentions health improvements among officers and a southern convention attendee, with efforts for Mr Power’s speedy recovery and attendance at a meeting around 19 o clock.
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Rockhampton
Allarney-Ceneral
Delweates
Power
Aiipatton
Ington
Mr Power
Regional Board Deliberates On Charges At City Chamber
The Regional Board met yesterday at the City Chamber to discuss charges related to a local shipping contractor. The discussion focused on board authority over transmission system access and outlined that a ruling would be issued after further evidence and witness availability.
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Johntone Shire
Commerer
Boars
Covidere
Paard
Remstaner
Mr AE Sharma
Une
Mansert
Nis
Local Government Debate on Ald Roberts Motion
Local authorities discuss reform proposals as Alderman Roberts leads a motion to alter a government placard. The Prime Minister’s election majority and council chairman selections are debated amid calls for a unified system. the council plans to empower regional chairs and ensure fair representation across shires.
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Ald. Roberts
Tancal
Placisi
Kam Chicensland
Sime
United States
G ‘Coden
Ares
Jaelle
Tranier
Iir
Poream
Collinsville Coal Sale Approved for Overseas Export
Collinsville officials approve selling 1H coal for overseas shipment to meet requirements. Government plans to maintain local supplies while sending surplus coal abroad, with a stated intention to avoid jeopardizing state reserves.
Loans and Works Grants to Cairns City Council
An worker-in-court reports Cairns City Council will receive a Treasury subsidy of 7908 pounds and a total 13 year repayment plan of 16 pounds 18 shillings weekly for debt secured by EMCO debentures. Funds support bridge river projects and erosion schemes affecting the Gilbert River region, with construction of new infrastructure advancing under appointed schemes.
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Srisbane
Wroer-in-Couet
Cairns
Uwell
PJ Savings Ink
Australia
Mulyenphire Couseil
Treasury
EMCO
Gilbert
Inbe Eerie
Labor Convention Adopts Plan for Port Strike Talks
The meeting outlines conciliation steps and facility provisions to ease the discharge of duties at the station. Delegates stress orderly action, planning, and prompt arrangements to avert stoppages while union leaders press for timely port policy decisions and a future meeting.
Labour movement aims to increase holidays for workers
In Rockhampton May the Labour movement pushes for longer holidays, proposing three weeks for southern workers and two weeks for northern and western workers. Dr Dittmer argues law allows two weeks but expansion is needed for travel costs and environment, with economic burden shared by industry. unions back longer leave despite costs.
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Rockhampton
de FC Ditties
Mi Gravary
Werners
Dittmer
Negessar
Noris
Tom Taxnlr
Labour Party Upholds Arbitration Policy Debate
At a convention a motion supporting arbitration to prevent strikes was debated. Opponents warned it would threaten the Labour Party’s core principles and risk the basis of prior labor policy. Supporters argued the court must hear the case and uphold dignity, while others feared upheaval in industrial relations. The motion was carried.
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Lapour
Anu Whieiry
Jones
Vimoran Heain
Labour Party
Hitravan
Sim
Arpira
Alt Freien
Supreme Court
Industrial Cours
Sunahie
Holt
Police Transfer List and City Commission Drift
Police transfer list appears in the city edition fragment while names such as Toowemabe, Jack Mean, and Dre Timy are mentioned. The text references co-presidents and a detective, with unclear context but indicates a police and city administration linkage. No clear dates or actions are established due to fragmented OCR.
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Germett
Brie Rin Regrag
Jack Mean
Hiatt
Macken
Sugar Board aims for bulk sugar handling at Queensland ports
The Sugar Board seeks facilities at all suitable Queensland ports for bulk sugar handling. Chairman W Forgan Seaith conveyed the assurance to the Australian Sugar Producers' Association. Mr. Feber Seaith sent a message to the AS.P.A. conference after the executive announced plans to accelerate the bulk handling project.
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Queensland
Brisbane
Mer
The
Sugar Board
W. Forgan Seaith
Australian Sugar Producers’ Association
Feber Seaith
Tl A S.P.A
Arrangements For Funeral Of Late Queen Mary
A partial election of details outlines plans for the funeral of Queen Mary. The notice mentions royal officials including the Duke of Edinburgh and the Duke of Kent, with services listed at a Westminster location on an upcoming date and time.
Procession to Queen Mary funeral reviewed with royal guard details
A long report outlines preparations for a royal procession to Queen Mary’s funeral in Windsor, detailing the route through Marlborough Gate and the Mall, guarded by the Brigade of Guards and other units. It notes broadcasts, services at St Paul’s and Windsor, and anticipated public viewing arrangements with emphasis on national mourning and royal honors.
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Ube Queen
Cape
Wenumaster Gall
Marlborough Gate
Tehe Mall
Guarar Arch
Whitehall
Brigade of Guards
Ibe
Househorn Cavalry
Roger
Royal Marines
Manent Haunde
Guarda
Une Chien
Saan
Combold
Delechmens
Ore
Het
Australia
Hesling
Roftin
Archibiship
Canterbury
Driocot
Cha
Tobieco Crear
Avetralia
Wafo
Brat
Boaymuard
Ceaijng
Ralphe
Sim
Ettengen
Seeling
S of
Oranen
Queenie
Maren
Iso Me Oiblie Memorigi
Queenslang
SS Pauls Cathedral
Woge
Erga
MerTice
Norv Queens
Wil Land Industries
Wat
Adermann
Alexandra Mushuny
Mary
Chiey
Senate
Amons
Bruce Lab
Qld
Leest
Beleimna
Bill Io
Prince Hertol
Sweden
Norway
AX Af Denmars
Proposals To Market Tobacco Leaf Spark Political Fight
CANBERRA March 27 Opposition Leader EDW Evatt told the House of Representatives that Australia cannot trust the tobacco trade to market reform without legislative action. He supported government guarantees for advances up to £100,000 to Queensland growers against unsold leaf, while criticizing the minister’s plan for not ensuring justice.
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Canberra
Mar
Australia
Evatt
of Representatives
Aquaspace
J. McEwen
Queensland
Islanders Rescue Drowning Boy In Harbor
Islanders saved a drowning boy from the harbor after a mishap near the water. A boy named Allan Ame reportedly aided by bystanders struggled before being pulled to safety by rescuers. The incident occurred during a tense moment as other youths watched from the shoreline.
Golden Casket Sereek Drawn Brisbane
Fragmented OCR text mentions Brisbane and various names and addresses, with unclear context. The readable items include a mall or market reference, and multiple personal names such as L Whitley, G Malin, M. Galea, and J Coresean. The passage resembles a damaged classifieds or notices page with scattered locations including Richmond and Crow Island.
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Brisbane
Shepherd PO
Whitley
Ll” Brady
Siormaath
Brisie Tnr
Sondieate
Grewer
Bath
Crow
Raomerton
L. Jamienin
Jamwet
Syndieste
M. Galea Ineher J
Coresean
J. Evans
Fat Walsh and
E. Sichardoon
Richmooe Rowel
Richmond
Fragmentary OCR Note From Nairobi Archive
Fragmented text from a Nairobi archive page shows mixed letters and codes. Phrases like THALO AukTn and Zita casted appear with stray numbers such as 40017 21343 and 41018. The readable content is sparse and unclear.
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Reuzes
Thalo
AukTn
Arma
Zita
Wan
Sretaiha
Tee
Doncaster Cup context dominates racing notes in disrupted report
The article discusses betting and selections for the Doncaster Cup with reference to a committee agenda and favoured horses. It mentions figures such as Mart favourite, Duakers, and a manager’s allowance, plus hydrogen pricing and industry submissions shaping the outcome. The piece also lists horses like Bronze Peake Blond Val French and Sir Gene Prince among others, with scattered notes on races and future expectations.
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Muiretdiney
Buear
Tomorroe
Lauliamt
Jer Honzen
Byriney Bankmakern
Spencer
Spenter
Allan, Mere
Aod
Aod “Saing
Tve
Avereno
Randiragar
Gene Prince
Sydney
Salvislanety
Meat export ban by Argentina Gowran
An article snippet discusses allegations of an meat export ban by Argentina and related political or economic turmoil. It mentions Buenos Aires railway vacancies, a motion to amend the Railways Act, and union involvement in a parliamentary vote with a small majority. Specific names and dates are unclear due to damaged text.
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Buenos Aires
Brian
Nin
Sokeanan
Argentina
Hockhampton
Mer
Rumali
Betiles Fantas
Railways
Tysin
Unclear fragmentary riot report in Rome
Fragmented text describes anti British riots in Rome with references to police, protests, and Allied forces. Details are missing or garbled, with no clear date, location specifics, or identifiable organizations beyond vague mentions of Britain and Europe.
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Rome
Wallan
Takiow
Umauiu
Free Milk for Queensland Schools Ent Entitlements
Brisbane March 7 The regional milk distribution to Queensland schools will begin soon under the State Education Department plan. The Director-General Mr KG Watkin said some country schools are ready to join the scheme as it becomes established. Gov ernment fuel rationing and transport issues affect delivery to Warwick Toowoomba Ipswich Southport Mackay Townsville Cairns and other towns. The Warwick Cooperative Dairy Association will supply one third pint bottles for the scheme to arrive at Warwick by month’s end.
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Brisbane
Mar
Wuender
Queensland
Coun
Uin
Sourres
KG Watkin
Cea
Cro Ives
Warwick
Toowoomba
Ipavich
Southpars
Nemboye
Murgan
Maryborough
Buns Berms
Rockhampton
Mackay
Townsville
Cairns
Mille Milles
Werwick Cooperative Dairy Association
Warick Athe Amd
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Quesnaland
Diane
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Eve
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Allesianer
Ibs
Recaini
Vorhwer
FORD
Erie
Remwnah
Meier Tesla
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Patie
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Urea
Auring
EAA
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Carly Thamy
Watersiders
Aptornet
Labour
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Tal Roberta
Collinsville Coal
Eexstamd
Woeen ST
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Zep
Fis
Collinsville
Rioraen
Comil
Iowa
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Chumsville
Riordan
Norther
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Coe
Mareeba ‘Shire
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Molloy
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Wilsert
Labat
Aden
J. Deveteva
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Kenancy
Thut
Bear “Inlnnd
Steiner
Gueemnieng Snps
Ernest
Bowie
Ol Hai
Fessery
Ata 3
Br Soan
Baek
Tama
Ibis Erin
Leerperr
Samme Union
Lance Buncers
Tepreciaon
ke'Cowen
Mnis
Brik Amad
AIM OF Labour Movement
Wee Ak
Zected Av Geer. Meeting
Wocken
Queen Mary
Loxbon
Royal Uaben
St Merck
Marshersagh
Windear
Kent
Queen's Sesalee
Rowen
Hluuwteth
Australis
de Evali
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Toney Cop
Cooktown
Chakra Mer
Sereek
Nairobi
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Nhl
Eniren
Doncaster
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