Girl Awarded Heavy Damages Against Farmer
A girl received substantial damages in a claim filed against a farmer. Details of the case and the amount awarded are not provided in the fragment.
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 12, 1951
Page
7
A girl received substantial damages in a claim filed against a farmer. Details of the case and the amount awarded are not provided in the fragment.
The court ruled the driver Young negligent in a motorcycle collision with a car on the Bruce Highway near Deception Bay. Miss Maunder claimed injuries including muscular damage and shock after the February 13 incident. Damages awarded totaled 15 special and 200 general with costs to be paid.
The Women's Auxiliary of the Calta Subbranch of the RSS held a ridge party in Replattade with prizes for highest score won by Mrs. J. Dean and a hidden number by Mrs. Toll. The Church of England Women's Guild hosted a bridge afternoon at St Peters Church upper McLead-attre with prizes to Mrs. F. Bradford and Mrs. P. J. Mc Annes. Next bridge at St Monica's rooms hosted by Mesdames A Davies and O'Meara with numerous attendees and winners noted, plus a tribute gift to Father Pimmons for spiritual director.
Thirteen men including a New Zealander, a German, and three Canadians set out from England in the schooner Lamorna for a six month voyage to hunt pirates. They chase a 11th century map said to show Captain William Kidd's treasure location. The crew, funded by money or experience, plan to reach Stugapine and obtain a chart copy before continuing. Geoffrey Taylor of Canada says the map has been examined at the British Museum.
A Mareeba gathering at Hartman’s Museum on Byrne Street marked Mrs Marlin’s farewell to North Queensland after a three month visit with her son and daughter. Guests included Mrs Simms and other locals who toasted her health and shared memories, with Mrs Marlin expressing thanks and hopes to visit New Zealand again. Street chatter noted accompanying friends and families, plus arrivals from Sydney and Emerald Creek for the weekend social.
The Choral Society presented a vigorous concert Tuesday with a large audience applauding the performances by choir, orchestra, and dancers. President Mr Dowzer urged continued support, praising the musical program and announcing plans for upcoming rehearsals and a potential public performance space.
A partial letter discusses Silkwood butchery shutting due to high costs and tax on tallow. The writer denies claims of cattle shortage, citing month‑long supply and government payments for prime tallow. They urge price reform and note closing date as October 4.
Report notes a dance display by Mrs Dutton pupils with Mrs Hob Duffy and Sean Truibhas. Dances by Lynne Small Gwen Stock and pupils of Mr Harry Harriman are mentioned amid Cairns Post style remarks on road safety and calls for police presence.
A reader laments the lack of musical appreciation in Cairns and calls for broader culture. The letter argues for active support of classical music and cultural institutions, suggesting a Cairns Conservator of Music role and more state sponsored arts events to enrich the community.
A garbled radio timetable shows a mix of programs including News Weather Readings from Bibles and various sessions labeled Breakfast Kindergarten and Hospital. Mentions of music, sport, dance, and community programs suggest a broad schedule for a station serving multiple audiences.
A read fragment discusses an ill farm improvement plan in North Wales, detailing government involvement, landowner cooperation, and measures to upgrade farms. It notes limited public utilities, electrical shortages, and a push to modernize agriculture through village and farmstead reforms.
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered names and units such as Tyner Mek Las and Miata with no coherent event. Unable to determine a definite person, place, organization, or outcome. record summarizes as an ambiguous notes item.
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