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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 22, 1945
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR item mentioning a panel event at Dehn ep ono pes and the Lity Correr, with unclear names Ey Es Ey Lo Batts Aversons. No clear date or outcome provided.
The Gordonvale and District Progress Association held its November meeting chaired by Mr C Harris. They addressed water supply improvements, hospital needs, railway safety at crossings, street lighting, and sanitation issues. The death of Mrs G Clem in Southport was noted. local former headmaster Mr Clem and his family were recalled. Criminal cases included Gustav Schwabe charged with unlawful possession and Robert Stearer fined for operating without a certificate.
Babinda on November 17 reports a Saturday afternoon rodeo held by Babinda Ambulance with strong turnout and support from horse owners. Results include Marten Hunt in Tuttle's Flight, Kingy Mason in Figure of Eight, and Calf Riding won by O Grady with Gerdanvaie and L Gierco noted among participants. Rescue Race details are partially listed amid scattered OCR errors.
A River Derwent crewman recounts extensive Allied air attacks on Rabaul, detailing ship sinkings and sunken harbor facilities. He notes Japanese preparations and tunnel works, praising the geographical isolation and strategic impact. He survives a cave-in near wireless gear with injuries but completes the tale of the operation.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses international air transport, civil aviation leadership, and projected growth. It mentions Australia, New Zealand, and figures like Mr Hudson Fy and postwar air travel demand, calling for increased aircraft numbers, co operation, and forward planning to ensure peace and prosperity through air connectivity.
General George Carpenter head of the Salvation Army argues against atomic weapons, calling them a form of destruction equal to any war method. He condemns their use but sees no profit in atomic warfare and favors peace efforts. He notes his age and long service, and recounts global travel to promote solidarity and oppose total war across colonies and nations.
An old advertisement warns that achy kidneys cause backache and side pains and urges taking Dr Sheldon’s Kidney Pills. It claims the remedy contains 30 ingredients and is safe for everyone, with price mentions of 1/9 and 3/9 and a sale at the publisher.
Ingham reports completion of Trebanne Creek bridge works on the main Ingham Front Road. Bridge approaches and deviations were opened to traffic recently. Victoria Mill last week crushed stone volumes and daily tonnages are noted. Estimated material to be moved totals around 600 tons with ongoing road work and planned line repairs over the coming week.
At Millaa Millaa Gate meeting held Monday November 12, resignation of Mr T Boothiman accepted with regret. Appointed Mr 8. 1. With Wameon to fill committee vacancy. motion to deliver quotes from trading department of local butter facts accounts. payments approved totaling £195.44 and £85.77 carried. Miss M. Jackson to be listed not an Honour Certificate.
A dated letter from the Innisfail Chamber to Varinas Kindred benes in the Far North urges consideration of a feeder service for Varinas Tawar in the province. It notes Mr. T McDonald has been asked to provide details to chambers of commerce and seeks wholehearted support from local bodies, with Mareeba Chamber shown as interested and awaiting further contact.
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