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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1942
Page
4
A fragmented report notes a royal commission and several scores tied to a commemorative event. Names such as SVE WIEBE and SAIRANE appear in garbled OCR, with references to Eneretive Cove, Steaty, and Ramey ack among unclear details.
A terse ruling addresses the Fore Seeee matter involving Casey Ren Oy and Soper. The decision clarifies responsibilities among the parties and outlines next steps for compliance and potential appeals.
A garbled market brief describes price movements and sales of various commodities with references to price levels, volumes, and active bidders. It mentions figures like sixty two and twelve and indicates several lots were offered but not all sold, reflecting a volatile trading session.
The article surveys wartime labor policy proposals with Prime Minister J Carnie signaling broader powers for centralized control. It discusses public service, rationing, factory adjustments, and authorities to direct labor toward essential war industries, amid shortages and mobilization pressures, noting possible extensions to rural and industrial sectors.
Fragmented notes describe a phased SMEARS style plan for building proposals in the Wap area. Details on 13g lines and a year are unclear, with references to several names and a potential theme in the project summary.
Fragmented OCR text notes transport and famine issues in a rural Brisbane area. Mentions market pressures, portage needs, and aid efforts amid shortages. References unclear names and dates. core idea centers on transportation problems affecting famine relief and local provisioning.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a 1906 incident involving restrained prisoners and a noted location or event. Specific names, places, dates, and outcomes are unreadable, but the item appears to be a brief police or court related notice with minimal clear details.
Beloved family mourns loss of Georgeown resident and mentions thanks to Dr and Matron at Mareven District Hospital for care. References to William Viewer Passiva and others in Georgetown and nearby areas. Includes a solemn farewell and official bereavement tone with repeated phrases of mourning and respect.
A chaotic excerpts heavy with wartime analysis discuss Allied strategy and Soviet actions. The text names Franklin D. Roosevelt and other leaders while musing on air power and troop movements across Europe and Libya. It blends opinions on offense and defense and contemplates future aircraft production versus battlefield gains.
Critics argue that war materiel and combat craft remain immobilized due to missing essentials. The piece reflects on persistent lessons from history and broad U S criticism of muddled thinking and action amid ongoing conflict.
A telegram from Bryan, secretary of the Australian Labour Party, condemns government actions and outlines criticisms of the Menzies era. References to Cairns events, impending meetings, and calls for unity amid protests and electoral debates are included, with broad mentions of federation tensions and labour leaders.
Fragmentary OCR describes a sedition allegation in New York on October 14 19xx involving a person born in France named Giovann and claimed to have delivered anti government writings. The text references federal cases and unnamed areas with unclear details.
A garbled account references discussions on national industry policy, widespread representations, and calls for investigation. It mentions a meeting, possible agreement, and concerns about minority positions and government timing.
An outlined plan aims to peak munition production next year and then pause for workers. The schedule allows rest breaks to reduce fatigue while essential machinery is repacked as needed.
A wartime casualty roll lists soldiers from Queensland towns and cities. Names include Pte Tom Rockhorgton from Rockhampton and Pte Gorton Slencurry from Brisbane, among others, with designations Killed Wounded Missing and those later upgraded or reclassified.
Canberra reports a freezing order to curb the sale or purchase of new motor lorries and other commercial vehicles without a Department of Transport permit. The minister announced permits will be issued under a work program and may be conditional. Offences include operating vehicles without proper permits and transfers will be refused. Applications are being distributed to dealers.
Fragmentary notice from Canberra references postal charges being waived. Envelopes must be endorsed civilian registration papers, with unclear guidance on subsequent procedures or recipients.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Mr W J Monteith as officer-in-charge and reference Benton Boman and the Feders with Central Binge unclear. No clear date, place, or full names.
Wartime dispatch reports four week rounds of patrols and ration news. References to General Tinbeetorn and supply measures emphasize Allied effort to sustain New Guinea operations and Solomons campaign through controlled distribution of tea and other commodities.
Centred on the July 28 murder of Catherine Maud Whitley in a Cavin lane, the case follows Allan Shaw’s testimony about a man killing her with a bluestone blow and a sequence of actions leading to Green, a timber worker from Carita, being identified in a lineup. The inquiry notes Green admitted seeing Whitley and described a prior argument. Green is held in custody awaiting charges of murder.
Canberra reports Major de Groot praising disciplined Australian forces in New Guinea. War Council lauded operations as among the Pacific’s best planned and valiantly executed, with Canberra stressing strict discipline and careful planning for Army units.
Canberra reports on October 18 detailing rubber shortages impacting Army sporting gear. The note mentions officials like Mr. Forde discussing supply issues and morale effects among men during interbellum sports events, with interest rising as conditions improve.
Canberra reports pilots praising a British designed aircraft despite concerns about wing performance and engine power. Test flights note satisfactory handling but caution on reliability and maintenance needs during the operation.
The article reports the appointment of Mr C Shee, a member of the Bailivet Control Commission, to the Tariff Board as a new member. It notes the expected completion of the board’s membership and timing for further details as the board prepares to operate.
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