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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 23, 1946
Page
5
A long, satirical piece argues that success is overrated and outlines paradoxical strategies for embracing failure. It surveys social pressures, marriage traps, employment woes, and advice from bosses, concluding that avoiding responsibility and clinging to low expectations can shape a contented, if unambitious, life.
A letter from Gordon Sale and District Progress Association dated day 21 discusses proposed reconstruction of an oil depot near Gordon and George airfield. The note expresses Council interest and notes conflicting statements about the construction and its impact on local traffic and the Mulgrave Shire Gate.
A fragmented 1920s style discourse argues that excessive production and profiteering waste resources. It cites wheat held to curb prices while populations starve, noting mechanization and labor shifts alter incomes and raise questions about value and fairness in distribution.
The Cardwell Shire Council finance committee report prompt a clash over language used by Cr Dickinson. Cr Hort condemned the remarks as undignified. The chair urged councillors to continue with committee duties despite political divides and warned of possible council sanctions for persistent improper conduct.
AAP reports May 30 that police in VONDON seized several thousand in cash during a raid tied to a theft investigation. Serena earre is mentioned in connection with the operation as authorities pursue multiple lines of inquiry.
The article reports General Marshall expressing deep concern over the crisis in North China and urging preventive measures to stop fighting from Manchuria southward. It notes US government attention to wage tasks and the need to avoid escalation, reflecting wartime diplomacy and policy.
Report from London dated May 11 cites Russian armies preparing to move from the Dnieper region toward occupied Germany. The May 30 timetable, coordinated with Czech authorities, aims to shape dispositions along a broad front. Collaborative statements emphasize controlled movements and no precipitate actions while clarifying interallied plans.
A report from Jondon dated May 2 indicates Allied air forces attacked the 124 million submer pens near Bremen. American and British bombers dropped rock from the sky, with the central bomber leading. the operation involved RAF planes and US aircraft, as described by an Associated Press correspondent.
Report from Quetta details a prison riot with deaths among convicts. Authorities moved to quell the disturbance, and a joint inquiry committee was appointed by the Quetta governor.
Fragmented report from London dated May 3 details discussions at the Dominions Conference. Notes mention Bevin and Beever assessing policy options while pavers and others exchange views. No agenda item yet placed for the subject.
A Brisbane report notes a May 21 motion at a United meeting discussing DDT imports and related restrictions. Mr. J. Wilson, of Rockeens, argues potential import sources and carriage limits for hosiery stock.
May 21 London AAP report notes Avitey received UNAURA supplies valued near a million to May 12. The mission to Austria under Brigadier H R Parmainter UNERA aims to deliver 15 million pounds in supplies by June end. Austrian production meets only 22 percent of food needs.
May 21 AAP reports Mark Hodgson addressing the Confederation of Engineering and Shipbuilding Unions conference. He supported the government while opposing a full 20 hour week, stating he favors government aid but wary of overreaching labor policy.
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