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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 05, 1947

Page

5

Electors Speak on Labour Policy and Queensland Industry

Queensland electors express views on Labour moderation and industrial strategy. The discussion centers on applying scientific approaches to polling, increasing efficiency, and expanding secondary industries while avoiding overburdening producers or harming consumers. The piece cites expectations for government support, balanced development, and avoidance of industrial strife as the state moves toward implementation of promised reforms.

Bern Gueensland Teluther Queensland Ecocmill Amt Tt Cennot

Labor Day Celebrations Spark Community Pride

A garbled report notes Labour Day events and a gathering at Parramatta Park with local groups and families expected to attend. The piece mentions a parade, seating arrangements, and a planned sequence of performances amid festive activities.

Rice Riots in Hangchow Report Amid Martial Measures

Disjointed text describes unrest in Hangchow with references to Rice Riots, government martial actions, and vague mentions of spectators and authorities. The fragmentary strokes hint at a conflict or protest scene causing government response, with unclear specifics.

Davis Cup First Round Leads Sweden Amid Turmoil

In a Davis Cup first round report, Sweden faces disruption as team proceedings, coaching changes, and player movements create uncertain conditions. The article notes limited clarity on match results while highlighting key figures and national context.

Ezecmomlovaria Sweden

Red Cross Appeal for Britain

A concise notice outlines a Red Cross campaign for Britain with event details and participant names. The text mentions organizers, dates in May, and local figures including Colleen Mee, Jervis, and Sanita Young, urging public support and donations through community drives.

Tee Folgering Gyemroce Red Crom Britain Coleen T Jervis Oeerey Drakina Ruder Sanita Young

Canterbury Wins Despite Injury Crippling Rugby Leagu e Bout

In a tense rugby league clash Canterbury Bank Town clinched victory as star player Mason suffered a brain injury scare. Vey, Ran, and Yams contributed key moments before the drama intensified with injuries and a comeback attempt that fell short, leaving spectators stunned by the late sequences and referee calls.

Sydney Yeas Caterbury Bank Town Rey Reurealy Bandoner Playa

Policeman Robbed in Struggle Over Cash Claim

A man reports a street robbery involving £40 and a struggle with a police officer. The assailant fled after the exchange, details unclear, with investigators reviewing the incident and collecting statements from witnesses.

In memory of a lost loved one in Faithful tribute

A heartfelt memorial note laments the loss of a cherished person. It honors their faith and presence, recalling shared memories and urging remembrance by family and friends. The message expresses enduring love and a wish for eternal peace.

Fragmentary court record notes statements and hospital update

Smumentura Bareshi and James Christensen are cited amid a fragmented account of a trial. The text mentions remarks about analysis faults and experience, a residence on Lyons street, large letters or lacers, a jett incident, a tendon at the third point, and an ambulance with hospital discussions to follow for publication.

Smumentura Bareshi James Christensen Lyons-street Mr_ Vallance

Local post office to reopen at Pagano store

The Moresby post office is to be reopened at the premises of Mr AR Pagano, storekeeper and tailor proprietor, commencing on June. The information was conveyed by the Sineis er for the News.

Moresby AR Pagano Cale

Weather Forecast From Brisbane Bureau

Forecaster notes fine conditions with coastal showers mainly along the north coast. Stronger southeast and east winds near the central coast, seas moderate with rough patches early offshore. Coastal waters show easterly swells and winds around 10 knots along the southern coast.

Brisbane Weather Bureaues Erday Une Coset

Safe Seat May Be Found for Mr E J Walsh

Brisbane report suggests a safe seat may be found for Mr E J Walsh with his return to Brisbane expected toward week’s end. Government holds western and northwestern seats, while speculation about party placement and local shire issues continues amid cabinet and election discussions.

E. J. Walsh Brisbane Althonrh Walch Mirna Tin Wari Walsh Sill Br Bane Barto W Davis Warrena O'Shea Carpentaria A. Smith Grepry GH Demnes

Runaway Tractor Incident Sparks Political Controversy

Fragmentary OCR notes reference a runaway tractor and mention Bruce Pield in a political context. The text is incomplete and lacks clear details, locations, dates, or outcomes. Further readable material needed for a precise summary.

CAMSG ELECTORS RETURN LABOUR WOME MR 1 M CROWLEY

CAMSG ELECTORS RETURN LABOUR WOME MR 1 M CROWLEY details of polling show Labour gains and the death vacancy affecting candidates. MacKinnon and Barnes contest with Crowley leading in initial tallies. The report notes ballots, party alignments, and lines of succession after J O Keefe’s death.

CAMSG WOME M. Crowley T. Mi. Cc Labour L. J. Barnes Independent Labour J. MacKinnon Country Party

Crowley Welcomes Verdict and Westery Gratitude

Mr. T. SL. Crowley stated last night that the verdict gives on Bat wan the wish of the electorate and the Westery gratified with the result. He praised the clean expression of opinion and pledged to justify the public support. He paid tribute to the Advertising Director and noted the election demonstrated support for established politics. Crowley thanked the people of Geran for four and a half years of service.

T. SL. Crowley O. Petersen Aléeno Lt. Sarees Crowley Geran Tyarre

Tableland Electorate Speech fragment cited

Fragmentary OCR text shows debate on representation in the Tableland electorate. References the Government acknowledgment of a portion and a handover date. Names and places are unclear due to damaged text. The readable items include phrases about timing and the electoral process but lack complete details.

Labour member's stance on QPP debate noted

Fragmented OCR reading shows a Labour member and Mr. Yohantos debating the QPP. Text mentions various numbers and names with unclear syntax but suggests confidence in lifting tariffs and references to specific figures and individuals.

Ying Labour Gundidasee B Yohantos Cous Jemsan Johaston Tohaston

Fragmented text on union talks and tax reform plans

The passage references union discussions, taxation concerns, and parliamentary figures like Calwell and Landen with mentions of London talks and ongoing political maneuvering. It alludes to government agents, committees, and potential policy outcomes amid uncertain prospects.

Fragments Hint at Election Moves and Political Names

Fragmentary OCR text references dates May and 117, mentions Labour party and a camy party. Unclear specifics. Indicates electoral events or party activities with names failing OCR.

Labour Lang Labour Eres Camy Inepaa

Fatal bomb blast shocks Tel IV cinemas

A violent explosion rocked Tel IV cinemas causing casualties as government officials and council members investigated the blast. Police reported a crowd of about 1500 observers and the incident prompted security alerts across the city.

Labour Day Message to Fics Welders Promise Big Output

A Labour Day notice states Wick Tabeurs opencet Sout cr om dural eter bes could be adjmted ty erderbodies that mors thax 10 000 weld parts in tomorrow's Labour Day event.

Fics

Archbishop Duhig Takes Four Month Leave

Archbishop Duhig leaves on overseas leave to be away for four months according to church bulletin. Serewelied him at Archerdicha.

Archbishop Duhig Archerdicha

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