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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 26, 1953

Page

5

Medical science school open for public in Canberra

A Canberra report notes the medical science school and its key figures including Sir Howard Florey. praise for progress in biochemistry experimental pathology microbiology and anatomy. It argues the school will encourage Australian research, support the national university system, and attract talent domestically.

Howard Florey Australia Howard Plurey John Cartin Sehoal belCanberra Canberra Ali Fee Munlw Austra Sir Howard Thonel Ana Emenan Tee Sir Hawant Australian National University Univer

Fragmentary prose hints at tragedy and memory

A garbled excerpt hints at a tragedy involving a daughter named Beata and a husband named Alters. The text references death, strong emotional ties, and buried memories, all framed as a damaged reminiscence from a historical source.

Cattle Committee Recommendation Report On Board Appointments

The executive council adopts a recommendation detailing board member appointments for the cattle committee. The proposal outlines the division of beef grades and pricing strategy, specifying top grade as choice and lower grades in designated portions. The decision includes schedules and the anticipated impact on market rates and trade.

Cairns Market Quotations and Commodities Listed

Market report lists vegetables and fruits with prices such as beans at 10¢ per lb and apples, pears, and other produce described. Mentions transport of goods, arrivals, and supply concerns, reflecting daily trading at Cairns market. Includes references to wine and general merchandize alongside fruit and vegetable items.

Chris Ieilee Ian Mulen

Inquest Opens on Death From Crocodile Attack

An inquest reviews the death of Hughie Henry Robinson after a crocodile attack near a pool. His wife describes the struggle as Henry raced toward the water while she urged caution and attempted to aid him with a rope. He was taken to Townsville General Hospital where he died.

Imurriog Jona Hughie Henry Pam Te Con Hughie Fern Hughie Townsville General Hospital Healy

Wool Stealing Racketeering Figures In Innisfail Case

An Innisfail correspondent reports a troubling wool theft racket linked to a local post and enclosure incident. The account notes a man named Hughie, a manager, and a slaveholding context with four crocodiles in a pool as background. authorities, including constable Balle, reference a temperate response by Clifford Robinson, with the chief commendation for conduct.

Mire Rowanson Hughie Tufford Beresford - Robinson Too Taber Aid Buatve Shin Henry Red Mrince Wat Yaterdeyre Clifford Robinson Sithough

Five Vehicles in Collision Reported in Tolga Atherton Area

Disrupted power supply affects Tolga and Atherton region with interruptions noted between 7 am and 1 pm and again later in the day. Officials confirm five vehicles involved in a collision and are investigating.

Comeubiers Tolga Atherton

Man Convicted of Manslaughter in Car Crash

Sydney reports a man convicted of manslaughter after a crash involving multiple vehicles and a police investigation. The case links to alleged theft and burglary charges including a motor lorry, wool bale, and entry into a building at Params, with potential financial exposure around 30 000 in assets.

Sydney Serext McCireth Bachiers Cours Dour Hartsg Params Pan Malco 6A

Court hears account of crocodile attack and rescue

Deputy coroner commends the witness for details as Robinson fought a crocodile with a paling ripped from its enclosure. Witnesses describe him entering the enclosure to drag the injured person to safety after a desperate struggle.

Mir Robinson

Warning Signs On Roads In Birebane Referenced In Race

Fragmentary OCR notes mention warning signs on roads in Birebane and a race reference. The readable bits suggest signage or signals tied to a race event, with unclear names or locations. Entities are uncertain due to garbled text. no specific dates or organizations are extractable.

Official Visit and Local Official Notes From Rockhampton

Fragmentary OCR segment mentions an official visit related to Secretary positions, local names, and addresses in Rockhampton. References broken, with scattered terms like Mower, MLA, Brokensstroulder, and Curae. No coherent events or dates clearly established in readable portions.

Betnicon Moment Br Rockhampton

Aves Secretart Miracles Hinted In Confused Notes

Fragmentary OCR hints at secretaries and miracles amid unclear remarks. Observations speak of restraint and timing, with references to a port and Morasby, but the text remains garbled and unresolved.

Miricles Port Morasby

Unclear fragmentary sports note about a team season

Fragmented OCR item references a season push and holiday timing but lacks clear names teams or outcomes. It mentions Christmas period and a possible finish around January with uncertain figures and missing context.

Fragmented Message on Trade Union Convention and Transport

A tangled report recalls Wharton’s rendering of a convention plan with delegates, boats, and trains to move attendees. It notes protests over transport supply and a call for railway action, with references to local leaders, unions, and the Mer 5 administrator during a travel setup for a trades gathering.

Ciera Union Fesneville Moani Tinaroa Bretany Idubada Technical Ralnisime Cofemmitter Mq Centre Se Guiskirs Wharton Moresby Cinker Lily Nim Capactea Bere Labeur White McErvie Aed Wharton Ai

Far Northern Sugar Mills To Cease Crushing

Large supplies still awaiting shipment overseas and interstate. Managers report the season has been good. At month end a total of 54 000 cwt delivered. Cairns Harbour Board secretary J Wyer said yesterday final assessable output expected similar to past month.

MOWTH Tnt Cairns Harbour Board J. Wyer Tinal Asore Wali

Third new train for state to make trial bum

A headline notes a third new train for the state is set for a trial run. Officials announce the date and purpose of the test, highlighting expected improvements in service and regional reach. The article mentions the state transport department and the project timeline.

Water shortage at Mt Mulucan reported

In Mt Mulucan a water shortage affects daily life as residents face limited supply. The report notes financial figures and allocations tied to local water management efforts amid rising demand and ongoing mining activity. Local authorities consider measures to address the deficit and secure stable access.

Fragmented transcript hints at parliamentary proceedings and statements

The readable fragments indicate a session with speakers named Whitlam Town Calwell and Pollard discussing letters, war service implications, and a deputy directorate. The record mentions the War Maternal? division and a contentious procedure, with references to seating, notices, and a letter being discussed in the chamber.

Damm Tortey Bouse Matonae Ae Service Homes Tippit Otter Pollard Nat Rhaber Whitlam Shania

Daily Skymaster schedule notes Cairns run details

Fragmentary note shows Cairns daily Skymaster schedule 2:30 pm and freight runs to Thursday Island and Gulf of Carpentaria. Mentions Mr Hal and December lapses, with Monday operations remaining unaltered and references to Cairns Cobtrowe and related routes.

Cairns Devember& Mr. Hal Thurs Island Gulf

Rationalization Arrangements At Between TAA And Will

Fragmented OCR text hints at planning or rationalization between groups. Mentions Manéey and bread, Sunday and Friday nights, and penalties. References Cairne Fowneviie and rights on mornings. lacks clear facts or names.

Betwen Awa Cairne Fowneviie Cbon Cairns Nevada

Shipping Movements Amended for Yor Smith on Pri ey

Fragmented list of shipping movements and ports including Cairns Brisbane Cairns Port Arthur Bowds Townevillé Goll ports and United Kingdombound cargoes. Notes delays and deadlines with dates unclear, mentions loading at Betnimce and sugar allotments, reflecting a busy convoy schedule and international trade activity.

Yor Smith Priey Jergeme Abe Calpe Mileee Brisbane Cairn Cairns Bratene Townevillé Cairax Port Catra Unites Betnimce

British chemical industry and Australian sugar trade claims

A fragmented article discusses British chemical development and Australian sugar industry claims. It references notable figures like Mike Bluse and events around peroxide fertilizer and sugar production. The piece contrasts predicted outcomes with actual industrial achievements and notes Australia’s alleged advances.

Freight reduction requested by transport council

A regional transport association discusses proposed freight and fare reductions. Deputies prepare to present to the Minister of Transport citing urban and rural freight cost disparities and protesting rising charges. The memoranda urge limiting increases and preventing broader price hikes across communities.

Tyres Per Cest Prices For Selanger Cate

Tyres per cest appear at various price levels with cents noted for Selanger cate. The text describes costs including cent amounts and mentions trucks and tyres, though details are fragmented and unclear.

Selanger Cate

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