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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 24, 1945
Page
3
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The piece meditates on Empire Day, noting Britain’s wartime resilience and the Empire as a bulwark of democracy. It calls for humility in power, responsibility among nations, and continued unity across colonies to pursue peace and collective welfare.
A fragmentary report details a railway motor incident with an affray near a station. The narrative references passengers, a altercation between men and women, and a chase or pursuit, with authorities involved and possible injuries noted.
Entered Cairns area and Atherton cases discuss a defendant who pleaded guilty to a charge under security regulations. The court records show a monetary fine and a set of orders related to the case. The text mentions a master, local security orders, and a financial penalty of two pounds four shillings and two pence or similar.
An eye catching older report from London on British mine workers and the debate over public ownership. The piece references a police scene in Edmonton and notes authorities gathering evidence about a railway site incident and related disruptions.
A provincial paper bids for foreign-based correspondents to boost overseas news flow. Editors aim to subscribe, expand access to Australian stories, and improve international coverage for readers while maintaining local focus.
Fragmented local item notes Omer Sie Owing o Hckness and others facing reassignments. A clerk shortage forces extra duties on the remaining staff with urgent need for clerk availability.
The Australians chased the target with two wickets to spare as the game swung on late moments. Captain comments emphasize not stretching to risky runs, urging steadiness and defense to seal the victory.
Debates opened in the House of Representatives over the Defence and Employment Bill. Mentioned are RAN, Naval Reserve, and AIF coverage, with Dedman pressing to exclude alien Labour Corps members. Amid cricket updates and weather forecasts, the report notes political divisions on veteran benefits and Dominion service, with remarks by J P Abbott and discussions of active service provisions.
The session featured heated exchanges over amendments to a government bill addressing wartime powers and policy toward Australians and other dominions. Mr Dedman and Mr Abbott clashed over coverage and exclusions, while votes split along opposition lines. The government push to include anti Japanese provisions faced strong opposition concerns about civil rights and wartime controls. The amendment passed by a narrow margin, signaling continued contention over the bill’s scope and the war effort.
The Acting Premier Mr M Hanlon announced a Labour Party resolution backing wage increases for railway workers amid threats of a service stoppage. The AFULE union and Australian Labour factions pressed for higher pay tied to industrial fluctuation, warning against discrimination while urging government restraint to avoid rail disruption.
A faulty OCR filled report from Sydney dated May 2 describes a major explosion in Wagga with casualties and long funeral arrangements. It notes claims of recoveries, a large public service, and potential labor strikes tied to Allied unions. The text references industrial court attendance and statements by union officials about wages, conditions, and solidarity actions amid the event.
Australian forces report village captures along coastal roads on Bougainville with Japanese defenses south of the sip and heavy artillery barrages. Infantry and tanks push inland near Cape Moon, securing two villages four miles south of Saprik as clashes continue and anti infantry defenses hold.
Brisbane May 23 reports govern plan for a new N Burdekin River bridge near the river, with security during surveys. Acting Premier Mr Hanlin seeks factors including construction of multiple spans to resist debris and flood forces after a prior bridge collapse.
A garbled Empire Day speech reflects themes of peace and security, urging unity among the British Commonwealth and Empire. It praises collective strength, service, and commitment to guiding nations toward happiness and mutual aid while calling for steadfast adherence to shared heritage and ideals.
A fragmented report notes tobacco appraisals across districts in Queensland and New South Wales. It references figures held by local entities including Mr W. J. Tinmkina, Mrs V. Cas Whetstone, and Mr Moure Ashford, with top price cited at 0 per benait, and mentions Miriam Vale, Dalgety, and Wy Dyed amid district upheaval.
A tentative accord was reported between the Liberal Party and the OFF in Brisbane. The deal aims to create a joint framework with representatives from the State Pro and the Giners Pitty to advance a forthcoming agenda.
An OCR read of a Brisbane market page notes a May 25 session with a firm in pumping sofas and a range of prices around 2 dollars for items. A single fine was offered at 7.8 and an offer at 5.6. Lines mention onions and a proceeding related to market operations.
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