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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 15, 1943

Page

4

GIEANE PRODUCE Offerings and Refusals Noted

A garbled note mentions onion and sweet potato items with prices and refusals. References to forward and sent details are unclear, but indicates produce trades and pricing inconsistencies.

Brisbane Stock Market Report Highlights October Trade

Prices for fat stock showed strong demand with light steer and bullock prices lifting. Heavy bullocks and good quality lots traded steadily while sheep faced softer competition and prices eased slightly. Overall turnover indicated active participation with buyers remained eager.

Brisbane Cate Uefa Teva Cereann

Bribane Humane Society Awards For Bravery Role In Rescues

The Borel Humane Society in Brisbane on October 15 awarded medals for acts of bravery. Recipients include Gueeralandery and Tamlyn for daring sea and river rescues near Mackay and Eymea Creek. Also honored were individuals who saved others from drowning and dangerous situations in 1342 to 2016 era incidents.

Brisbane Borel Humane Society Gueeralandery Arte of Wallantry Beftae Clarice RAAF Towsell and Brose Bercy Mackay Tre Clarke Suahert Tl Mas Tamlyn Wand Caltrainer Wal Wearne Tamblyn Himmeelf Jana Weare Sie McGurry Martin Grace Purley Segarawrung Eymea Creek Ceciie Arthur Schaper Cerlit Albert Staller Markay Kenfea Edward Wallace Barron River Uaaue Armmuree Porster Ursuten Maweeston Richmond

Fragmented record of Allied Mares case and council actions

A garbled 1920s style report describes cases involving the Allied Mares Cha eSrv and a protest by workers at Be Atvet Works Council. It mentions Albert Ilese presiding, Emery defendants, and penalties for diverted funds, plus council directives and court motions.

Aitkin Faekn Gecerd Albert Ilese Sagat Lam Charlee Emery Emery Hevine Urital Directo

Frances Sna Trevor Obituary Notice

An obituary note honors Frances Sna Trevor aged 2 years, highlighting her as the beloved daughter of the late Mrs Tobe Teeway of Gordonvale. The brief tribute records her as a cherished young child connected to the local families and mentions mourning relatives in England.

Goran Alice Revar Maryborough Tobe Teeway Gordonvale AIL Sainte’ Coreen England Grordonvale

Cairns Resident Mrs Lennon Dies Survived by Four Sons

An elderly Cairns resident Mrs Margaret Lennon, born in County Clare, dies after her husband’s death. She is survived by four sons PJ Lennon, J Lennon, Benner, and Sper Cates. Funeral arrangements to be announced by Sir Mon’s Cathedral.

Cairns Star Fat PJ Lannion Mra Lennon Wea County Clare Hee Lennon Fee J Lennon Benner Ona Une Tenamer Bergman 'Caiene Mon‘a Reguten

Margarett John? Ingram resident in reporting mix

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Ingram area and a district, with unclear names and events. No clear person, date, or event details readable.

Remembered with Love by Family at Catron Cemetery

The relatives and friends of the sta Say Trevor na se Pe ae eta eRe Se Sey nears Pa fy Sihae tears rat Sr Sey RY oh ae Toga cnet. Memorial notice honors the deceased, with a funeral director and community members listed. Remembered by wife and family in a tribute of love.

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Yugoslavia War Situation and Dalmatia Tension

Fragmented wartime dispatch recounts German and Italian forces in Yugoslavia. It notes Italian divisions in Dalmatia and Adriatic coast seizure attempts, German strategic aims to control Montenegro and Bosnia, and local Croat and Montenegrin moves following Italy's capitulation. Rumors of Montenegrin independence surface with German support and shifting loyalties.

Italy Yugoslavia Dalma Adriatic Lehr Bosnia Herivegoving Montenegro Eastern Centie Desuin Slovenia Dalmatia Pavelio Ttly Thad

Germanys Yugoslav policy and Italian collapse impacts

The text discusses German aims in Western Yugoslavia amid Italian collapse, seeking to puncture Yugoslav resistance by exploiting Slavic populations and restoring territory. It notes German limitations after Croatian and Montenegro engagements, mentions Allied support for Croatia, and questions Serb reaction to Nazi instructions while Germany’s weapons supply and political strategy are debated.

Germany Western Tuguslavia Montenegro Dalmatia Slovenia Croatia England America Yugoslavia Nevio Wu Hitler Ribbentrup Siena Nedio

Power Outages Hit Garden Vale Babinda Corridor Areas

Disrupted electricity may impact Garden Vale Babinda and nearby zones with possible interruptions on Sunday October 17. Warnings note limited service windows and lingering effects on commuters and daily routines as officials assess grid stability amid weather and demand pressures.

Garden- Vale Babinda Pmn Psn

New Zealand Troops and Vella Lavella Battle Report

Mixed OCR text recounts New Zealand forces engaging Japanese on Vella Lavella. Evacuations and casualties noted as U S and allied ships supported by aircraft and torpedo boats. By mid September Allied troops held ridges overlooking north and northeast areas and brought up artillery. Two NZ units pressed enemy from two sides.

I Yards Laraleem Septemoe Amertesne Altina Hage New Zealand Rss Purdy Islands Britain-Rabaul Raniseereireme Alpes Ani Rm Faln Ais Rabatl TorKe Bey Heaty Pall Alamoke Sland Grouns Guinea Bougainville Mlabaul Rabaul Hubsul Georgia

New Zealand Forces Sink Cruiser Near Svemile Passage

In a late World War II coast engagement between Warambert Bay and Pinbale Bay New Zealand troops resisted a Japanese breakout. Artillery support and a night action with destroyers led to sinking the cruiser and several vessels while inflicting heavy damage during the attempted evacuation.

Caain Walkers Usn Nke

Rabaul Smothered From Air In Southwest Pacific Raid

Large air assault led by MacArthur targets Rabaul, destroying ships and airfields. Over 1000 American and Australian airmen participate in the daylight strike, the first and largest Pacific attack on Rabaul in the war. Heavy bombers and fighters hit ships, facilities, and anti aircraft positions amid loud retaliation.

Japan MacArthur Tia Rabaul Mireraft Pacific Wimmy Hombre Thie Ae Aes Dhe Rabaul Tavern Mecehant Bougemvil Corsair Aucecbras Wewek Solomons Berimelee Cepl Narval Gamat Beng Cape Gloucester Uns South-west Pacific Srea Srea Yetverdiy Navih Venlerm Seeiar Guinea Cape Crovin Enth Pacific Forces

War damage concerns spark parliamentary questions

Reports from Canberra note questions in parliament about government plans to separate war damage payments and the future of compulsory contributions. Discussion covers insurance, funding, and the handling of damaged harness and fencing wire, with officials citing supply limits and interdepartmental coordination.

Patriotic Purges Windfall From Government Allocation

Ealene Finch reports a Tuesday windfall as Premier Mr F A Comper allocates a share of proceeds from Friday servicemen entertainment to multiple funds. Donations include Red Cross, Australian Comforts Fund, and other organizations, with additional unspecified amounts. The event involved presidents and secretaries of funds and city officials.

Ealene Finch FA. Comper Auditor-Genera's Simthe de Barmente Comfors Fund Cale Caius Metriotic Fund Cairne Laguey Club Mayuhanavy

Railway Trouble Townsville Strike Threat

Brilbant October 11 Moroney and Larcombe discuss railway staff actions amid strike threats. Officials deny approving a three day Sunday off policy and promise to maintain service while recognizing workers' valued contributions.

Brilbant Moroney Ierie Edie Larcombe

Townsville water and hydro plans tied to short supply

October report from Ingham notes water and hydroelectricity delivery from the Mary River will be reassessed. Minister Kennedy replies that water shortages in Townsville and the Ingham area trigger a cabinet recommended thorough inquiry and potential government funding.

Biliamane Townsville Ingham Mery Tert Fartianen CG. Demon Lab. Kennedy Kennedy Mineter For Works HA Bruce Becauise Townaville Ingham Su

Claims Refused at Rahway Trade Panel Meeting

A recount of disputed claims shows the Rahway trade panel refusing several entries. Officials note the decision affects Brown Baker parcels and second-hand goods handling, with procedural steps outlined for parties to appeal or adjust deliveries.

Coal Cuts Announced by Curtin and Cartle Era

The government outlines drastic coal cuts and public measures aiming to save 1000 pounds weekly in fuel economy. Plans include publicity campaigns, additional support from the petroleum sector, and inquiries into minimizing minority industry disruption while maintaining output. Debate on Christmas and New Year holidays is noted for later consideration.

Dolley Ste Carlin Igang Palan Simee Neseany Tor Tthar Beer Curtin Gove Fernmeca

Offobit of Demands Prompted by Parliament Pledge

A fragment reports Prime Minister and ministers facing coal production demands. It notes promises of government support to secure rapid and efficient production and to compel timely action by Parliament. The brief mentions calls to maximize output and to ensure implementation without delay.

My J Curtin Toakire Menkien

Political turmoil quoted in senate debate Canberra

Senator G MeLeay condemns government inaction over miners’ unrest and mob rule. He argues government and New South Wales authorities are subordinated to union pressure, urging ministers to act or resign. Senator McLeay backs tougher measures and contemplates stripping miners of ration books.

Canberra G Meleay New South Wales McLeay Enelor Witsor

Fragmented Suspended Remarks From Deteriorated Text

The readable fragments accuse a chairman and others of bribery and corruption while mentioning McReady Daines and slander. The passage appears as garbled dialogue with accusations and insults, lacking coherent narrative or outcomes.

State Police Brisbane Misspelled Parliaments Promotion System

The Minister for Biome Afairw Tate Se Hanan told Parliament that the promotion system is flawed with too few rising to senior ranks. He noted most promotions rely on examinations while secondary ranks remain limited. Mr Manton added that detectives were recruited from plainclothes and sash wearing officers, given two months trial, but would not become detectives afterward.

Brisbane Cetober Biome Tate Se Hanan Iik Clas Bergeany Manton

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