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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 17, 1947

Page

5

South Australia Triumphs Over Victoria in Shield Match

South Australia bowled Victoria out for 48 after Archer starred with the bat and ball. Archer scored 118 in three spell as South Australia posted a decisive win at Adelaide Oval, riding strong bowling from the hosts.

Arctex Queeneland Nak Shere Victoria Willie Bouuaarien kAweevet Archer BU Blorrie Rae Ua Seroma Uuvniaet Ate

Unclear OCR turmoil with scattered names and places

Fragmented text shows timber, veneer, maize and ship routes mixed with garbled names and dates. Despite the noise, mentions of Molhqurme Beilepoe Mackay and Sydney appear, plus references to Cairns and Queensland, suggesting a regional logistics or shipping note blurred by OCR errors.

Bidslia Molhqurme Beilepoe Mackay Wowmyvilla Landestee Gue Et Cains Ups Weber Gearral Sven Fark

Control of Brifroe County War Time Marketing Measure

The report discusses wartime marketing controls extended from a prior order and notes officials including Keeler and Waters. It mentions Commonwealth capital and references regulatory measures affecting marketing and production. The piece records statements by Gordon Lamartn and others about wartime controls and comparable state regulations.

Brifro Keeler Mr. Watees Gga Manphow Commonwealthy Kay

Lesson of the Census Reflected in Population Debate

The article discusses census results showing a small population growth since 1944, noting a birth rate that does not meet needs and a low migration intake. It argues for housing expansion and policy changes to support larger families and national security, urging shifts in outlook and values.

Threynens Joel Phuwimg Teaster Poeta Australia Shelsing

Surfer Paralyzed After Beach Incident in Sydney

A surfer sustained partial paralysis after a fall at Bondi Beach yesterday afternoon as bystanders helped control the scene. Lifeguards and first aid attendants assisted the injured man, with witnesses noting a crowd watching the incident and emergency services arriving promptly.

In Memoriam of William McKenate at Gordonvaie

A memorial note honoring William McKenate who died in November, remembered by family including Bull Alice and Family Marie. The remembrance mentions he left behind a son and grandchildren and reflects on his life and memory through December’s memory service.

William McKenate Patee Gordonvaie Nowenber Sygaat Bull Alice Marie

Local Sphere reports strikes and rail actions across regions

The piece details agricultural and transport disruptions including railway strike actions, station work, and related labor issues. It cites weather advisories, government representations to expand telephony access, and plans to fund land rectification and station upgrades, with implications for farming communities and local industries.

Jeep crash kills two amid late afternoon chaos

A jeep collision near Liverpool fatally injures two people and injures several others. A couple, Mr and Mrs Wales, were struck as they crossed Pitt street by a small sports car. An Army jeep overturned nearby, killing the driver Robert Jeney Reed and Herbert Orwald Buckley. Multiple injuries reported among passengers and bystanders.

Tiverpool Bay Avenion Ramatia Wales Pittshert Ear Ese Eee Robert Jeney Greta Herbert Orwald Buckley Gehere

Frail South Wales thefts spark police alert

In Brigeane a series of thefts disrupts shipments and fuel supplies. Authorities report counterfeit fraud risk and increased signals of organized crime with vehicles and boats targeted. Police pledge full cooperation with Queensland authorities to curb racketeering and protect public safety.

Fragmentary AYDNEY item reports unrest and caution

The readable lines describe a tense scene with references to a parade and a debate over leadership roles. The text notes limited national context and hints at public tension, urging restraint and stability amid conflicting views and possible disturbances.

Electricity Restrictions Hit Far North Areas

The Electricity Board announces limited power use rules for the minor Far North area served by Meesman and Tully. These towns are unaffected. ad details appear on page 7. All electricity users are urged to cooperate, as ongoing restrictions depend on rainfall.

Electricity Board Far Meesman Tully Use Board

Statement by Chief Manager on Barron Taves Tie

Chief Manager notes error in water condition caused tie by long neglect since 1940. He cites three years with maintenance gaps and explains impact on plans.

Cairme Anthony

Story Behind Blain Incident Reveals Wartime Deception

Independent Mail report details a covert gold pass scheme linked to Sergeant Blain and Sapper Martin in New South Wales. The plan, foiled after arrests, involved a Japanese-occupied camp and a February attempt that could have led to a massacre, with several figures jailed or sentenced for fraudulent actions.

Sergeant Blain Sapper Martin New South Wales St Sendaban

Donad Telson Weds Valerie Rowell in Quiet Ceremony

In New York, Donad Telson former head of the War Production Board and current president of the Society of Independent Motion Picture Producers, married Valerie May Rowell in Nelman's apartment. It was Telson’s fourth marriage and Rowell’s second, with only a few friends attending.

New York Donad Telson End of the War Production Board Society of Independent Motion Picture Producers Valerie May Rowell Brisbane Ao Nelman

Italian Escapees War at Large in New South Wales

Italian escapees reportedly engage in ongoing clashes across New South Wales as authorities pursue them. The turmoil follows a broader conflict that has drawn international attention and raised security concerns throughout the region.

New South Wales

Australian Labour aims to expose miners and railway workers

A Brisbane Labour revelation urges political welfare action to expose hawkers and reveal the real coal industry names and aims. The piece criticizes Queensland miners and railway workers and calls for clarity in government offers amid tensions over industrial relations and broader economic policy.

Brisbane Spba Labour Party Dbustralian Queensland Imorlon Weil Skaina

Untitled Obituary Fragment From Heney Frannie Atartin Era

Fragmentary obituary notes a memorial on a Saturday November 1K for Heney Frannie Atartin. It mentions retirement and service years, with scattered names Wilfred Betstea Clearance Cais and others, plus unclear family and staff references.

Treonary Brave Heney Frannie Atartin Dee Brishene Wilfred Iwerth Valerie Beyer Anit Ruth Ant Daven i Arishans

Fragmented OCR Note From Local Page

Readable fragments describe a人物 event at a local venue with names unclear and dates missing. The text hints at a meeting or incident involving a group or team and a possible outcome but exact details remain obscured. No clear location or authoritative entities can be confirmed from the available fragments.

Unclear local cricket match results from Tableland area

A damaged OCR fragment reports bowling figures and players from a Tableland game. Names like Beaver Crompone Wallace Budden Bully Beboon Tone and Beve are cited with partial scores. Umpires listed as Mews W Mactiin and D.

Roots Mene Crom Pone Wallace Budden Nore Bully Gurls Beboon Tone

Two Killed in Truck Accident Near Rockhampton

Two men died in a truck crash near Rockhampton while returning from a trip. Rescue teams found the men at the scene as investigators worked to determine the cause of the collision.

Rockhampton

Murrell Horses Race Plan in United States Move

Murrell horses reportedly plan to race in the United States under coach Marre. The plan involved transporting the horses across the Atlantic and bringing them to compete as the United States faced peak conditions in March and April. Skeptics question timing and logistics for the alleged crossing.

Mer. Murrell United Biatey Marre Waif George Musson America Ted Unitee Staten 2

Philippine Typhoon Minor Dabuloe Season Report

A garbled cricket style summary references Bonnye Dunstan and players Sims Grigg Cannan and War. It notes second innings scores and figures including Dunstan four for 33 and Cuirca with best figures, but the text is broken and unclear about teams, dates, and context.

Bonnye Dunstan Tableland Sims Grigg Cannan War Cuirca Imine

Solemnist in Parliament House in Canberra today

The report describes a tense scene in Parliament House as lawmakers debate the looming Victorian result and its potential to trigger a federal versus state clash. Frustration surfaces among Labour members over economic and policy tensions affecting the Beall government and broader political dynamics.

Canberra Parliament House Australia Howewear Labour Anit Crtan Fueward Ervat Marty Tile Suseemor Cribs Mayer Abe Ion Inhvedaord Britain Brecker Pemaina Torvyer Callie & Bol Drvasiai

Fragmentary text hints at a local notice or service listing

The readable fragments reference a local notice or service listing with unclear names and dates. Content is incomplete and lacks a coherent event or outcome to summarize. The apparent OCR text shows scattered phrases without a identifiable person, organization, or place to anchor a news item.

Fragmented notice from parish site about cake event

A damaged OCR fragment references a parish site and a cake event dated the 22nd. It lacks clear names or locations but indicates a local gathering or notice.

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