19 Nov 1943
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 19, 1943
Page
1
A dense OCR fragment lists numerous classified items and appeals from jobs to goods. It references WANTED and FOR SALE entries, including machinery, instruments, household items, and services, with scattered names and box numbers, all in a late historical newspaper classifieds style.
Fragmentary text describes a gathering or event at a saloon with references to a friend, a box, and a welfare or service context. It mentions dates like Saturdays and Delaber, hinting at scheduling details but many names and terms are garbled. The readable parts suggest a social or personal notice with local venue, possibly a dance or meeting.
In Innisfail on November 17 an inquest into the death of Gran Jove Neary heard details of a drowning off Mourilyen. A rescuer named Hunt swam to shore with the bay but could not save the boy. The coroner praised Hunt for his bravery while noting a strong current toward rocks near Etty Bey that swimmers faced. The witness confirmed the current and urged caution for swimmers.
The Mosman sub-branch of the HESALLA met on November 8 with CWA participation to discuss eligibility for Navy service and membership. President A J Morgan urged unity on local resolutions and protests against Curlew’s action on worker dismissals, while the branch voted to keep sub-branch plans aligned with Townsville and Northern District positions.
Reports from Melbourne confirm Rear Admiral Koenraad praised for leadership during a daring Allied bombing raid on Dutch naval forces off Java. Official statements note fires and damage along the coast while authorities discuss naval strategy and post action reflections.
Public notices announce receipts and disbursements and financial statements for an entity identified as the above. The Shire office will permit inspections at the registry through specified dates. Names such as Spence and Abbott Street appear in the fragmentary notice.
A special general meeting of the Decorators Union of Queensland Cairns Branch was held in the School of Arts Hall to consider reforms of the Constitution and Rules Governing the Tanttion Frmrures. The notice seeks members to attend and discuss alterations, with replies directed to an address in Cairns.
Reward offered for the return of a lost dog or parcel. Items mention a dog near the Rex Theatre Gold and locations between Sillwood and Tully. Addresses and contact details are partially legible, including references to a deceased relative and a local office for pickup.
A garbled column lists entertainers Judy Garland and Bing Crosby with references to Danae BeBe and theatrical items. It notes a library event on Wednesday and subscriptions or balances due, suggesting a local notices page with miscellaneous cultural brief items and dates.
A long Atherton Tableland maize growers meeting discussed contributions to the Red Cross, manager salary questions, and labour shortages. Key figures included D. L. Cowie, G. D. Adams, and Mr Brett, with appreciation extended to the Protector of Aborigines and other personnel for their service. The board pledged cooperation and potential salary adjustments, noting improveable conditions and ongoing market considerations for corn.
Fragmentary OCR describes Atherton ambulance center and officials Mr Lawrie Aposere and H Phebe, urging drivers to yield to military vehicles. Mentions passing ambulances and drivers slowing for lights, with unclear dates and names due to garbled text.
Mt Garnet notes describe dredging work on the Tableland and the Mount Garnet area progress, with the Dredging Company and local committee coordinating a substantial Comforts Fund donation to aid civilians. The report mentions water supply improvements, power considerations, and upcoming visits by locals, including Tregear and Roberts, with church services and social events noted.
Chillagoe November 14 A hospital committee meeting accepted a tender for Brewoo war. salaries and wages totaling LEK4 were named for payment. Madam Lunn and Bracy chaired the printing committee for the event.
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