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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1951
Page
5
The text discusses American strategic posture and global leadership, arguing for rapid US action to deter potential interference from others. It compares preparedness levels and cautions Australia to consider defense commitments ahead of an April 28 poll.
A Cairns sugar industry note reports a new plant installation for a major Australian brewery project. The event drew federal and local officials, with police on site to manage traffic while equipment and personnel were brought ashore at the wharf.
A local Cairns report details a crocodile sighting and a safety scare delaying port operations. Authorities coordinated with marine staff to secure the area while plans discussed for ongoing processing and potential resumption by May.
A garbled OCR passage references the Dairne Circuit Court schedule and legal actions. It notes contract disputes between Procurators and an employer, mentions damages and vehicle-related consequences, and hints at court dates and deliberations.
Fragmentary OCR shows names and relationships amid a public notice. It mentions relatives and attendees, with scattered references to locations and events. The readable text points to a Calva Bane Hogual area and Cordomaie Atbulante, plus Mrs Miley and Kina.
A fragmented obituary style tribute lists numerous names and partial phrases. It mentions mourners and relatives, with scattered references to dates, places, and relationships, conveying a general sense of a memorial page without clear events. The text preserves a somber tone and a catalog of individuals connected to the deceased.
The Cairns choir swept major prizes at the Eisteddfod held in Cairns, securing top honors in the grand operatic chorus and a strong showing in the vocal divisions. Townsville and Charters Towers entries earned notable placements as the event showcased adjudicator remarks and widespread community support despite some absences.
An American aboard the Changte reports many foreigners, including missionaries, engineers, and executives, have fled China amid government control. He says Western-operated utilities collapsed, trading is ruined, ships are blocked, and workers fear employment losses as the regime absorbs industry and tightens access to foreign staff.
The report outlines seedling disease risks Trojan and Downy in the Mulgrave area. It notes 170 tons of affected material, reduced delivery prices, and weather year purchases. The document cites impacts on teems, controls by field staff, and broader effects on Holant stock and steels.
A distorted 1900 season record refers to about 2000 acres of cane infested with a pest. It mentions sections in the southern part of a region and references a tonnage figure around 30,005 tons. Names and places are corrupted, with unclear attribution to Durue and Samrack Reetlen.
Court record details a dispute between plaintiff firm Park Garage and defendant Draper over repairs to a truck said to be delivered and serviced in 1943. Testimony centers on an oral agreement and whether Draper or Williams acted as a partner to secure payment, with evidence conflicted and the plaintiff seeking owed sums.
League organizers arrange trial events with junior and senior players to test form ahead of the season. Trials feature strong prospects from Babinda and Moura with venues at Charters Towers and Parramatta, aiming to evaluate conditioning and readiness for key fixtures.
Executive Council approval announced for hydro electric works at Tully Falls with a proposed price of 2118.85 and a contract valued at 349,000. Premier M. Hani stated delivery would be delayed and the plant to be operative by 1908.
The forecast covers a region south of the Trop where unsettled conditions persist. Expect variable temperatures and periodic rain as a low pressure system influences the area.
Queensland watersry announced by the Liberal Party leader with a Brisbane stop at Musgrave Park on April 26. Dates include April 4 to April 8 as touring plans unfold with a women’s rally address and a gubernatorial event in Rockhampton, noting Mansions and other local venues.
A fragmented shipping notice details vessel movements and ports across Australia and Europe. It lists departures from Sydney and Cairns, routes via Torres Strait and Aden, and mentions ships like Braben Towntslic and North Queensland fleet with dates in April.
Fragmented notice lists watering hours and authority names in Cairns and Brisbane. Mentions mayoral references and city streets such as Elizabeth Street and Plaxton. Details are incomplete but indicate a watering board schedule and related municipal actions.
In Bundaberg on March 2 the Seymour Howe Society announced bursaries for four young apprentices. Recipients include BJ Fulton and Nod Wolk of the Magnade mill, Patterson of the North Fron mill, NW Barnes of Fairsigh mill, and Reichardt of CSR campers Hambledon mill.
Fragmented court record outlines a partnership dispute between a plaintiff and a defendant, with reference to a Triemtle Arrangement and alleged accounting issues. It mentions probable judgment for the plaintiff on appeal, trial preparation dates, and costs totaling around £13 11, with items dated 18/9 and 17/3.
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