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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 31, 1943
Page
2
Fragmented report describes threats and legal maneuvers involving Hughes and Stoney Barker. References to Mr Ward, Mr Mughes, and Attorney General actions outline government steps, appeals, and potential sanctions amid contested proceedings and reviewers.
Air Minister Mr A S Drakeford announced two fight-sergeants in Middle East air operations have received the DFM. Roy M. Beattie bomber pilot af Gympie and Edward Salmon Five Dock Sydney are the recipients. Beattie credited with bringing back a damaged bomber after a raid on enemy positions.
An advisory committee report describes a shortage of cutters delaying ore crushing capacity. Despite manpower constraints, plans to continue operations rely on adaptive use of existing mills and scarce cutter resources. The North region remains hopeful that additional cutters can be secured to meet grinding demand.
Fragmented report details earnings and deficits for Penny Savings Bank. It notes past years results, deposits, and loans, with figures and names obscured by OCR errors. The text references quarterly balance summaries, reserve changes, and supervisory notes from a bank official, plus mentions of related securities and legal or regulatory actions.
Brisbane notes critique the city hall housing clearance as largely unsuccessful. After 38 offers and many far from town, the piece argues only a return to old landlord and tenant laws could fix the shortage. It argues wartime regs deter letting homes to strangers and predicts the scheme will fail without policy change. The column also discusses manpower, common colds, bread deliveries, politics, and price probes.
In loving remembrance, Hilde Mary McMellan, who died in Babinda on May 38, is remembered by her parents, sisters, niece and nephew. A note of love from the McMellan family accompanies this memorial marking her passing and everlasting memory.
Fragmented text shows the Cairns Post distribution by train and mail carrier service, with instructions that copies be delivered to readers promptly upon receipt. Mentions of reporters and editors, plus a local Cairns port reference, imply a newspaper logistics item from Cairns Port.
The text argues that emergency compromises and liberal appeasement are orchestrated by ultra-militarists backing staged liberal shifts to advance future expansion. It notes fanatical followers create impression of genuine reform while leaders pursue aggressive plans abroad and reaction at home. The Chinese perception of Japan is clear and respected for its foresight.
Red Cross Week donations include previously acknowledged £521 4/6 and new gifts from H K N Macdonnell £5 W Friend £3 Mayne £3 Mrs J Warner £5 and Mrs G Hannam £5, bringing the total to £527 4/6.
The text lists international news services and newspapers such as The Times Telegraph Guardian and others, crediting agencies like the Associated Press and the British government press bureaus. It mentions various global outlets and the transfer of news from agencies to papers in different countries.
Ambulance rendered first aid to Noel Cofferson a Water Street child with two punctured wounds on the right cheek from a dog and to George Nickles of Esplanade who sustained an incised wound to the right foot after stepping on glass. Both were taken to hospital after treatment.
Judgment absolute granted by Justice Douglas in the Supreme Court Townsville in the divorce action of Anthony George Cole of Millaa Millas against Maz eta Violet Cole and Orge Fahey ico on grounds of adultery. Decree pronounced February 22 1943 Shire Hall Controversy Our Innisfail correspondent reports a Horticultural Society meeting discussing allocating dates for annual festivals by Johnstone Shire Council to all registered organisations.
The piece analyzes Spanish Foreign Minister Franco offering mediation between Axia and the Allies and argues that Germany and Japan may seek a negotiated armistice to delay Allied reconstruction. It notes propaganda risks, a war of nerves, and lessons drawn from 1914 and earlier Japanese victories to gauge future behavior.
May 23 Canberra reports the first official note on Darwin after raids with the Knighthood of temporary Lieut General Edmond Francis Herring for organizing Darwin forces and restoring morale. Also announced are promotions for General Blamer and honours for Queenslanders among others, including posthumous awards.
Colonel C J Cumming is made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for long service in the north eastern area. Major General G A Clowes receives Commander of the Order of the British Empire for directing operations that defeated the Japanese. Major General G A Vazey is named Companion of the Bath, and General Blamey is Knight Grand Cross praised for Middle East and Australian services.
General MacArthur completed a tour of training areas and bush camps in Northern Australia. He flew between bases aboard bombers and spoke with many enlisted soldiers from various arms, including veterans of the New Guinea campaign. A notable meeting occurred with Lieut General Eichelberger, who led American forces at Buna.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs Whittix of 189 Abbots Street aged 55, wife of Mr Owen, mother of Mary and Jean. Her son, Sergeant-Pilot Alex Whitick, lost his life in July while serving. She was born Lilybank near Cairns in 1868, married in 1811, and loved flowers. Survived by husband, daughters, mother, and five sisters.
Allied reconnaissance and bomber forces attacked targets across New Guinea and surrounding areas. Liberators damaged ships and airfields at Madang, Cape Gloucester, and Namlea while bombers struck dromes at Dilli Koepang and Lombek. Recon planes swept from New Guinea to Lambok Island as weather showed some improvement.
Reported unrest grows in Celebes and Macassar as Japanese authorities expand control. Seven Macassar residents were executed for actions dangerous to the Nippon administration. Police forces increased, and radio sets were confiscated to suppress broadcasts from Dutch and Malay stations. Japan installs loudspeakers to broadcast only Japanese programs in native areas.
Australian Associated Press reports from London that on May 7 the Admiralty stated the submarine Regent is overdue and must be presumed lost. The notice signals official concern for a vessel whose status remains unconfirmed.
Mr Beasley warns strict secrecy for all involved in ship movements as cargo details could reach the enemy via a short wave transmitter in an attache case. He calls for faster ship turnaround and better mobilization of Australia’s merchant fleet to counter the submarine threat.
A Mareeba ALP meeting and multiple unions call on the Federal and State governments to prevent dismantling the Chillagoe Smelters. They urge immediate ore supplies and a minerals inquiry to keep the works alive for the war effort, with assurances of continued support from Riordan MH R, Collins MLA, and local miners. A Chillagoe public meeting also protests plant removal and seeks urgent action from ministers.
U S aircraft pressed a heavy attack on Japanese airfields around Wewak in the northeast, dropping 18 tons of bombs. Fortresses and Liberators fought through anti aircraft and heavy fire to strike targets and disrupt enemy air operations.
The Acting Director of Ha mg Mr Cummi said Nationality Rationing Regulations lack precise provisions to curb irregular daily sales. Samator Keane noted the Rationing Commission may intervene if traders fail to comply. Local rationing officers would review bona fide behavior and pursue measures against bad faith traders.
May 3 report says manpower officers raided the Newcastle Express from Sydney on Saturday and questioned 217 men to check absenteeism. Passengers including trainers jockeys bookmakers and clerks were aboard for the Newcastle meeting, with Rosehill stakes postponed. Deputy Director-General C J Bellemore said 37 passengers without identity cards were told to report to the National Service office. no further development until examination. Absentees if found would be recommended for prosecution.
Mr. Fadden outlined a policy aiming at a progressive prosperous community of self-reliant men and women. The plan calls for a government representative of all parties to boost the war effort, a single Australian army, mobilised manpower and material, repurposing service members for civilian life, pensions and job preferences for naval, military and air force members, tax reviews, family responsibilities, preservation of private enterprise, price controls, and a primary production system to sustain living standards.
A mass meeting of Australian Railways Union and Australian Federation of Locomotive Enginemen resolved to seek Industrial Court authority for a stop-work action if immediate gains are not granted. They press for canteens at depots meals for crews and longer meal breaks amid criticism of Railway management and a disliked food offer.
Brisbane bakers, citing union action, plan to start at 7 am on Monday despite the Industrial Court ruling. The master bakers will supply hospitals and government contracts while ordinary bread for the public remains limited to today’s bake.
May 7 report details that growers must send clean cane to mills or face deductions up to 3 per cent for top trash and dirt. If cane is dirty upon delivery, mills may return it, with costs not exceeding 1/3 per ton borne by the grower. Unclean cane risks non delivery or further action by the mill owner.
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