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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 20, 1940
Page
7
Brisbane dispatch analyzes German assault plans amid Allied resistance, noting strategic delays, shifting positions, and the high stakes of a prolonged campaign. The report cites leaders and units in a tense wartime context, estimating timelines and potential outcomes for the coming weeks.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe refugees, a faint swoon, and a tense moment as authorities or observers note a scene near a machine or device. The readable names and dates are unclear, but the entry implies distress and a cautious response amid uncertain identifiers.
Commercial Brisbane market notes May 12 with seed lakes Ramayra Mt Gambier delivered to Koma Street curb. Prices for potatoes include Fair and heavy supplies. pumpkins shown with improving rates. Forest Hill and Tinwood lines, Hinparted mater, various wheat and turnip prices listed. market reports limited by text.
An unclear Sydney market notice from May 19 notes subdued trading, weak investor sentiment, and limited turnover. It mentions subdued quotations and hesitancy among holders while awaiting further developments, with no clear selling pressure observed.
The report details MF Eager breaking a world record aboard a Mosloolabe Seaglise vessel with a 132 percent weight claim. A shark allegedly fractured into three pieces during a breakthrough moment as officials and the Fishing Association discuss the event.
Reported remarks from a Bemier of South Africa and General Sima urge neutrality as a United Party rally addresses war participation. The text references tensions with Germany and asserts a desire to avoid entanglement while noting minion backers and ongoing national debate.
In Melbourne on May 19 a divided miners meeting decided to resume work after a show of hands and division at 2 pm. Leaders opposed resumption and called for renewed action, while some urged caution amid uncertain conditions.
Australian cricket team beat Britain in Cairo in a cyichel match. Australians scored 2 runs more than Britain, with notable performances by Ge Suf and Major Fedham. Opponents struggled with eight wickets down, while Australia’s Black and Seigeart contributed, marking a decisive victory in the Cairo encounter.
Isabel Margaret Firth eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J A L Firth Mareeba wed Charles Frederick youngest son of Mr and Mrs G Roberts Mareeba. Rev W Presman officiated at the United Church ceremony held on the Saturday in May.
In memoriam. Worris Morris died May 19 in an accident. His wife and children mourn a loved father. Also Norman Shaw notes the passing of Shiries Flena on May 20 1999 at age 17. A voice we loved is still, a place is vacant in our home. Inserted by her mother and family.
Special arrangement with Reuters World Service and other special sources used in Overseas Intelligence. Rights in Australia and New Zealand reserved. The cable news in this issue is prepared for the Times soier to the world page.
The Carns Post reports on wartime financing as Britain and Allies shoulder vast costs. It cites projected annual war outlays around 2.0 billion pounds for Britain, with total expenditures near 42.7 billion pounds for the year and forecasts of massive shares of national income devoted to war, including Germany's state spending and uncertain totals amid global conflict.
The Finance Minister cites wartime spending parallels for Canada and New Zealand, with Australia budgeting around £62,000,000 for the year to June and exposure to rising costs. Projections suggest national income near £800,000,000 to £910,000,000 by 1995 99, while current spending remains a small share of income compared with Britain or France. Australia could expand military outlays if needed to support the war effort.
A chaotic local report notes injuries from football and a fight aftermath. Seena of South Jolietune sustained a right knee injury after a kick, while E Key of Hatin suffered a badly sprained ankle. Ambulance crews treated both players before hospital arrival.
The plan promises ten years of work for 211,000 to 300,000 people and a dock able to accommodate the largest battleships and merchant vessels including Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary. Location secrecy is kept. the federal minister says the project will not be blocked by residents or private interests as Australia advances a future Empire defence system. Sir Leo Savile's UK visit and the Admiralty backed report prompted the government decision to proceed.
The Australian Labor Party prepares for a special Canberra conference on June 18 to define war policy and attitudes toward troop deployment. Victorian and federal executives weigh positions as delegates from states discuss aligning Labor’s social program with wartime finance and strategic action abroad.
Ambiance treated Neville Clesyson aged three for a fracture of the right forearm after an incident yesterday. Ken Beutel seven sustained injuries to a great toe when a truck wheel ran over his toe last evening at Mournvam. ambulance care occurred and he was taken to hospital. A Brisbane correspondent notes frost and winds in the south-east highlands with coastal freshness. In a Mishap at Lake and Coward streets Mr T Roden's car left the road into a watercourse. he was shaken and ambulances attended, car frame damaged and he was returned home.
In Petersham Sydney on June 2 1934 Graham James Foster faced police court remand for allegedly pretending the motor car belonged to him to Ene Tran McLean and obtaining £5 0 with intent to defraud. Senior-Sergeant Gannon prosecuted. Bail set at £9 0 with two sureties of £4 10 each.
Melbourne May 1 a air cadet was fatally injured in a plane crash near Werribee while his instructor sustained slight injuries. The victim was undergoing flight formation training when engine trouble forced a landing, causing extensive damage to the aircraft. The incident occurred as the trainee was in an orientation flight with the instructor aboard. The air force was referenced in context with the trainee’s service history and transfer.
Sydney May 1 Eight years ago Leslis Cochran vanished at age 22 after a bar boat mishap near Botany Bay. Declared dead by New South Wales Supreme Court he was later found alive in Melbourne earning a fortune. Detective Sergeant J James traced him from Ashfield to avoid wage distress. In 1932 the court declared him dead. eight years later he was located in Melbourne.
A Melbourne summary outlines Allied and German dispositions with emphasis on a drawn out war. It notes Holland’s smaller size versus Germany’s advance, retreat tactics to stretch supply lines, and Belgium’s defense along the Dinant and Samar corridor. It cites a French plan to convert the fight into a long stationary war.
Canberra May 19 amendments to import licensing regulations are to be considered soon with the government retaining core principles. The minister for Trade and Canton s says further reexamination is needed due to international events. No final decision for at least two weeks and the aim is to clarify trade problems, including diversion of Australian commerce away from Germany.
Sydney, May 19. The Premier of New South Wales Mr. A Mair spoke to the Presbyterian Men's League urging confidence in religious faith as essential to victory for the Allies. He warned that without trust in God, the world would face a hollow triumph and greater peril.
In Canberra Sir Henry Gullett defended the Information Department amid criticism of censorship in Australian publications. He cited 18 newspapers reporting praise and five responding to the act, and rejected claims of suppressing Henry Lawson or Kipling. He warned against subversive activity while noting only 13 of 3300 publicabo ne in Australia are troubled.
London May 18 A P report says anti Papal agitation has grown so strong that the Vatican may cancel the Enchantistic Congress in Rome and the Corpu Christi procession. A Daily Telegraph Rome correspondent notes a plan to stir public opinion in Italy against the Holy See as part of anti Allied sentiment. Fascisti outlets claim the Vatican opposes foreigners and accuses it of angering Italy. The AP correspondent in Cabraltar notes the American Consul urged Americans to leave promptly.
In Queensland and Western Australia a strong recruiting response grows for the Royal Australian Air Force and allied services. About 88 air force personnel departed Rockhampton for Richmond, while 40 naval men left for Canberra capitals. North command clarifies aliens require certificates and declarations before enlistment, with European-origin criteria. Garrison Battalion leave rules and wartime duties noted, as families of soldiers overseas face limited joining options. Perth reports a surge in 7th Division enlistments, with Western Command recording about 1,700 by Monday and only minimal rejections.
May 19 Melbourne reports the seventh division expanding as about 1,000 men enlist. The Army Minister Mr GAL Stipe plans a national broadcast to promote recruitment. 230 so far have applied. more applications are expected as the push continues.
A contingent of volunteers from Newfoundland for the Royal Navy has arrived on the west coast and was welcomed by an Admiralty official. The report notes the arrival during May and marks the cordial reception by naval authorities.
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