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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 18, 1951
Page
7
Fragmented excerpt discusses holiday dates across states, a Jubilee reference, and a proposed uniform schedule. Mentions King, costs in Australia, and arbitration debates among delegates with unclear names and locations.
May 18 report says the new Orient liner Oronsay will depart Tilbury for Sydney on its maiden voyage to Australia. Built to replace the sunk Oronsay, the ship carries first class and tourist passengers and is powered by twin turbines.
Trustees discuss bringing back a Mussman agricultural show with a public meeting to form a committee. Chamber members see potential for Jubilee goods and child talent, while plans include minor exhibitions and a broader circuit. Port Douglas electricity talks continue with council and regional board queries.
Washington May 15 AAP reports a Atlantic Treaty Move CS positions Greece as acquitted on a turret matter amid ongoing regional maneuvering.
Mr Wd Puner of Waslace via Coen returns home after paying to visit Innisfail Our Innistall correspondent Mr EG Oliver head teacher of Kulars State school has been transferred to Gympie. Mr HL Purcell retires from the railway department and is farewelled by a gathering at the Railway Workshops.
A successful bridge session settled at St Monica's Club rooms on Tuesday afternoon with flowers decorating the room. Women participants included Mrs W Toohey and several others as the contract bridge case proceeded under supervision by W Tooley for learners.
Passengers who traveled yesterday on the ANA plane to Mackay include Miss Jaie and Mr. Jeff Courne. arrivals to Cairns from Brisbane Mackay Ayr Towse and other places are listed with multiple names and associations such as Mrs Carrean Mr Campbell and Mr McAlleter.
A farewell gathering honors a beloved Cairns teacher as students and colleagues express gratitude for years of service. The event features a decorated cake and warm memories of the teacher’s impact and departure.
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