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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1951
Page
5
At the Herbert River Cane Growers Association meeting in Ingham the treasurer presented a substantial fund balance and a trading surplus. Figures showed admin costs, wages, and progress toward harvest targets, with projections for cane production and prices in coming years and notes on mechanical harvesting trials.
The Cairns Post marks Cairns 75th anniversary of official existence noting the 1876 proclamations establishing a new port in Trinity Bay and the city’s growth driven by sugar and allied industries. It honors pioneers and current officials whose efforts built the port and city.
A 20 year old Italian migrant was drowned in a river near Halifax while working on a cane cutting gang. Divers faced pollution hampers as efforts to recover the body continued for over an hour before rescue concluded no recovery. The deceased had been living in the district for the cane harvest season.
Vague local notice from Sutton on Abbott Street clarifies responsibility for a referendum corment. The message outlines authority and the need for correct channels, urging residents to await official guidance.
Eve Gilbert and Len Cain posted 44 points to win a Saturday afternoon four ball event by one over Jack Marin and Alan Parker. Martin and Parker led on the outward leg, with Gilbert contributing a 17 on the second lap. Corry and Fang Yuen Yuen took third with 42 points as several pairs posted strong rounds.
London market notes tin prices on Sept 22 with three months delivery quoted at 4931/6 and reflections on general commodity demand. The report cites the AAP dispatch from London and notes the latest per hundredweight movements shaping speculative sentiment.
Relatives of McDermid Duignan and several Cairns families invite attendance at the funeral of Mart Duignan. Service will depart St Joseph's Catholic Church at 4 0 oclock Monday afternoon to Cairns Cemetery with Mass at 6 45 am at St Joseph's. Funeral directors: BH M Svendsen Pty Limited.
In memory of wife and mother Belle Davidaon Imrie who died in Atherton on October 1, 1646 and son Edward George Imrie killed on September 24, 1538. Dad Pearl and Kitty insert a note asking that memory endure as years pass.
Alfred Christensen aged 16 of Buroon street fractured his forearm in a fall from a tree while playing in the hills near Cairns. He received first aid from Cairns ambulance staff and was taken to Base Hospital in shock.
Postal advice urges parcels for the United Kingdom and Europe destined for delivery before Christmas Day to be posted in June to reach the General Post Office Brisbane not later than Friday October 26. Temperature readings report 6 am 63, 9 am 73.6, noon 80.9, 1 pm 79.2 with humidity 89,72,48,66 percent. Collision at Bungalow causes injuries to a cyclist. truck driver William Keane responsible. State weather forecast warns fine and warm with high bush fire risk in dry areas. Falls from bicycles lead to ambulance aid for four Cairns district riders and spectators with minor injuries. Racing cyclist Merv Sands sustains abrasions after a fall at Parramatta Park.
Golden Casket draw in Brisbane at noon lists major prize winners with the first prize 41019 awarded to Andrews and Nugent at 363 Mogall Rd Indooroopilly. Second prize 84541 awarded to Lambert Donoghue Wren Kileen at Old Cleveland Rd Camp Hill. Third prize 41305 to Harris Mermaid Avenue Maroubra. Fourth prize 20148 to Ayn Moree Rode Townsville. Fifth prize 3674 to Wilson Erlington Street Moorooka.
The death occurred yesterday afternoon of Mrs Mary Duignan at her daughter's home Gatton street Cairns aged 40 years widow of Peter Duignan who died in 1924 while on holiday in Ireland. She arrived in Port Douglas in 1867 resided on the Tableland Cairns 1900 with husband and eight children. The family began sugar farming in 1814 and since 1925 she lived in Brisbane with daughter Kathleen. Funeral from St Josephs Church Draper street at 4 30 pm today Requiem Mass to be celebrated at 6 45 this morning. She leaves four daughters and one son. three sons died earlier.
Destiny Too won the handicap scratch race with Heathermae in second and Mavora third after a tight finish. Mavora led early on but Destiny Too and Heathermae closed the gap as the fleet battled to the second light. Final placements after handicaps had Destiny Too first, Heathermae second, and Mavora third.
Reportedly a butter shortage in Queensland will trigger rationing by Brisbane grocers. Retailers have already imposed tight limits, with many shops able to continue supplying customers as shortages persist. Prices or exact measures unclear in the fragment.
Australia Queensland debates butter price amid calls from major producers to raise the state price from 2 8d to 3 1 2d per lb. cabinet members clash over federal subsidies and export markets while the prime minister contemplates a response and possible price adjustments.
Shansien the Queensland stayer and Ben Hutchinson ride to target the Randwick Metropolitan Handicap. The field includes Rin Kenong, Aristocrat, Della, Yeoval and Cultured with prospects across Gimcrack, Kia Ora and George Main stakes. Gait, weights, and recent form mix as contenders prep for the day’s sprint and distance tests.
Scores show Rovers with a top innings 93 and Brothers 107 in a tight match. Notable performances include G Boniface 27 for Brothers and J Snares nine for Norths, while St Augustine's posted 153 with Delaforce 88.
Police link found body to the ongoing Pyjama Girl murder inquiry in New South Wales. Decomposed remains discovered by Charles Wilson near Reamery with a fractured skull and six months in water. Descriptions suggest a European woman aged 40 to 50, about five foot four, heavy build, lacking natural teeth likely removed prior to death. None of the known missing women descriptions fit. Authorities suspect murder with a heavy wooden or metal instrument and river drift from Albury area.
The article notes the first ever regatta at Cooby Dam as part of Queensland's largest inland carnival event, highlighting a historic inaugural race and local celebration.
Toowoomba report quotes Mr. C Jamieson of the Q D C as saying the dairy industry faces troubled times. He notes August 28 1951 actions by the Australian Dairy Farmers Federation urging buyers and cheese makers nationwide to avoid prices that exceed costs of production. The proposed price for butter and cheese is tied to a costs formula approved by the Federal Government. He stresses no strike or direct action policy, only a business proposition, with costs including a 40 hour week for hired labour.
An aircraft owned by Connellan Airways of Alice Springs was destroyed by fire while attempting to take off at Turkey Creek near the Northern Territory border. Three passengers and pilot Mr E J Connellan were unhurt. Turkey Creek lies about 150 miles south of Wyndham.
A chaotic scene unfolded as Prime Minister Attlee barely avoids a fatal strike when a bomb crashes near him during a speech. The attack disrupted the event and raised concerns about security and safety for political leaders.
Queensland statistics show 10,329 dwellings completed in the year to June, with average building costs up 19 percent. Total value of completed work reached £21,593,000 as 19,852 workers were employed. Prefabricated houses remained a small share, numbers rising with under construction up 413 from last year. Government and other builders share varied across categories.
The Cairns Post reports John Shepherd of Stenhouse Street, a store keeper and mail contractor, died from injuries after a utility collided with the Emu Park Rockhampton train near Nerimbera. Neel Ewings, 18, suffered shock. the driver and passenger were treated after the crash. Police say Shepherd failed to see the approaching train. The impact sent the utility off the rails, scattering milk, bottles and groceries along the track.
The Mate Government affirmed its power to direct soil conservation actions if landowners refuse to cooperate. Mr. H. H. Collins said owners may be compelled to fund and have work carried out. The bill aims to protect soil resources through approved reclamation and sound farming practices.
An unidentified barge was sighted poaching in central Arnhem Land rivers. Australian crew suspected. restricted native reserve rules apply. An RAAF Lincoln, with Mr. Moy Darwin Native Affairs Director, Darwin Harbour Master Captain Wells, and Sergeant Bowie, searched the area without success.
Police interviewed a five year old girl, Marion Ruth Strofeldt, after she was allegedly attacked near the Carnival of Flowers in South Toowoomba. The child is in Tooowoomba General Hospital in a non serious condition as detectives seek clues about the attacker. The mother Mrs. E Strofeldt accompanied them and could not provide a clear description of the assailant.
Numerous vessels with cargoes and crews proceed between Townsville Cairns Brisbane Sydney Melbourne and Port Alma. Ships include Delphic Rakalf Tel Yaung Busgersee and River Clarence bound for Cairns Melbourne and United Kingdom with coal sugar timber and explosives. Some vessels carry passengers to Italy and loading schedules extend into October.
In September 1990 a Melbourne union official reportedly identified a secret expansion plan by the Communist Party targeting New South Wales. Documents show aims to mobilize farmers youths and women under a united working class frame linked to the Eureka Folk League and a union of Australian women.
The will of William Fox known as Lucky Bill Rankin, who died in June, values the estate at £96,000 before liabilities. The amount for distribution may be lower after debts. The will has been lodged for fees in the Supreme Court, Brisbane.
Canberra reports show government members demand action under existing powers to curb Communists. Prime Minister Menzies pushes amendments to the Crimes Act while Labor opposes the act and faces a referendum defeat seen as a test of confidence in the government.
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