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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 31, 1945
Page
3
March 28 report says a U S cruiser sustained damage with several compartments flooded amid an incident. The account mentions officers Thurber and Fein aboard the Honolulu and Poe air readiness noted, with unclear subsequent actions.
March 30 report says new customs rules relaxed import limits on carpets and floor coverings. Under the revised conditions carpets from India and limited linoleum from certain sterling countries may enter. Senator RV Keane announced the policy last night.
The Malanda area notes a long running demand for an all weather service over the Far Northern Queensland rivers and a new northern bridge to support vulnerable communities. Reports mention emergency stocks, damaged Burdekin bench, and ongoing investigations by an expert engineers committee. Citizens seek action and compensation for farming property damage from military maneuvers, while inquiries press for details on northern stream fishing feasibility.
The Herberton Shire Council met on a Monday evening with Dr Cecil Woldcroft chairing. A letter from Arthur D Collins Cardwell requested assistance for roadworks between Wirria and Cardwell. council advanced £90 to enable deck repairs and culvert work. The council also discussed compassionate discharge for a local resident and repairs to the Barron Falls Hydro scheme, while noting road improvements and brackets for Army-limited bridges at no cost. Financial statements showed multiple balances across Shire Fund Special Rate Fund and Water Authority accounts with total credits around 28,302 and debt around 238.112.
Special journal from the RAAF reports a major attack on the Siman Mendalin hydro electric system. Two Liberators, flying only 30 feet above water, carried out a precision strike on the Juve coast. Weather forced abort of further waves, but the action is hailed as a staggering blow likely unrepaired by Japan. Group Captain Kingwell and Lieutenant Kirkwood are cited in the record of the operation.
At a hospital board meeting Mr Hastie advocates hiring both genders for ward work and training vacancies. The secretary and Works Committee discuss X ray staff, mobile units, and budget constraints. Resignations, by law changes, and ward openings are considered as the board plans staffing and service improvements.
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