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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1942
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR notes describe boxing results or previews with unreadable names and places. The text shows scattered words and names missing context, making identification of event participants, locations, or outcomes impossible.
In a tense 4 3 finish, St Louis Cardinals beat the New York Yankees on a Saturday afternoon. Pitcher Beattie of the Cardinals earned credit as the decisive run came in the late innings, giving the Cardinals a 4-3 victory and a 1-0 World Series lead.
In a windy club cricket day, Service Company edged the Works side by a narrow margin. Calder starred with 36, while Phippe and Boniface took key wickets. McNamara led the Works attack with four for 14 as the hosts posted a total that proved just out of reach for the visitors.
A New York Times dispatch from Guadalcanal dated September 21 outlines a decisive Pacific war moment as Allied forces counter Japanese moves. The report discusses possible Japanese diversions, nightly landings, or a major naval strike with risks from American air power, and notes Grumman fighters and Marine medical transports aiding wounded. It also reports the loss of a German two engine fighter and raises questions about German observers aboard the raid.
General Arnold announces Distinguished Service Medal for Lt General of U S Army and notes the 8th Air Force crew. They praise Allied air power in the South Pacific and cite Fortresses as key fighters. The piece highlights aviation bravery, tropical weather, and ongoing combat success amid hazards.
Sydney October 3. For the first time in New South Wales history the budget to be drawn soon by the premier Mr Me Sel will capture no provision for axe law. With uniform taxation in place, the state must finance activities with the limit set by the Commonwealth.
Reuters correspondent reports on a Dakar attack with unclear details and garbled names. The piece references Parah Hee and a Princh panel in a damaged OCR passage, offering little verifiable context beyond the event’s existence.
Airatiman Palatein war sentenced on charge of abortion in a military camp roisor. The case involved alleged assisting and failing to prevent. Authorities report he plans to apply for a pardon to attend the sitting of the Federal Parliament next Wednesday.
In South Brisbane three men attempted a robbery but fled after the victim resisted. The incident involved a hidden wallet and notes worth about £2. A bystander, a fireman, and several witnesses reported the event, with one man sustaining a minor facial injury. Police are investigating.
In Sydney October 4 the Miners Federation will petition the Coal Commission to permit members a 10 day break during the Christmas New Year period despite a government ban. General secretary Mr Grant cited production delays and argued stoppages would be offset by a longer holiday break, noting the request follows 32 months of pressure.
October 4 report from the Director General of Manpower outlines a plan to move single men in New South Wales from industry to the army. The measure targets protected and unprotected industries with a placement system and a potential channel to women workers, aiming to meet wartime requirements in Queensland and other states.
Melbourne October 4 Lieut Frank Packer director of personnel Allied Works Council and special assistant to the Director General will return to the army after six months on loan from the Liet armoured division. He pressed for retention in the Council but Government stance proved unsatisfactory and he agreed to be returned to service.
Ailing Alu and Whitlaway Anited guard a tense Belmont Park renewal as two miles of action set for a $000-doular hockey club cup. The card features welterweight bouts at Madison Square Garden with a series of consecutive vetory notes and a midweek bout buzz.
October 3 report states the Swiss Legation notes exceptional conditions prevent the Swiss government from admitting individuals from France seeking entry. The measure follows extraordinary circumstances and aims to control immigration until normal policies resume.
In a county meeting the council set rates for CCC, outlining planned applications and fees. The record notes decisions on charges and proposed uses, with emphasis on funding and regulatory steps pending final approval.
The New York Times ad claims Hitler spoke of conquering vast regions and freeing populations from Bolshevik rule. It notes ambitions to annex the Caucasus and control Ukraine and the Black Sea, framing it as a grim continuation of the German East mission. The analysis warns the Allies must prevent a winter offensive and entrenchment.
A new maternity ward at the country hospital offers single- room accommodation for six patients. The facility is described as a small unit within the hospital, highlighting improved privacy and care for new mothers and their babies. The report notes a mother named William James Rew welcomed a baby in this ward.
A United States communique describes September raids by India based medium bombers on Tinka Lirbase and Lowing airfield near Katha and Myitkying barracks in Burma. RAF bombed Mentus barracks and a separate target, plus Shwebs cantonment. all planes returned.
Australian Associated Press reports in London that two Tullan women were sentenced to three months imprisonment and fined for involvement with Axis traffic. A Malian national living in Dublin is also mentioned as part of the case, with statements about fighting for freedom and stopping traffic.
The notice invites young ladies aged 19 to 31 for clerical positions at Woodward and Calder life assurance, Cairns. Separately, Lake Street auctioneers schedule a public sale at 295 McLeod Street on Tuesday October 6 at 10:80 am, detailing the furniture and effects to be sold. Mr. R Munro provides further guidance.
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