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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 20, 1950

Page

1

Challenge in High Court to Antired Bill

Canberra reports the government expects a prolonged legal battle with Communist controlled unions over the Communist Dis abution Bill before it can operate fully. The High Court is anticipated to uphold the act and for it to take effect after Royal assent, with an interim injunction possible once proclaimed. The hearing is likely to begin in November and last about a month.

Antired Bill Canberra Commonwealth High Court of Australia High Court

Fragmented Local News Item Recounts Unclear Event

A damaged OCR fragment describes a local incident with limited readable details. Names, places, dates, and outcomes are not discernible, leaving the core event ambiguous and the report incomplete.

AW U A Pplies For One Pound Increase

The Australian workers union seeks a one pound rise in wages amid arbitration talks. The joint hearing before the Industrial Court in Sydney discussed cost of living and workers’ needs. The ACTU and other bodies argued for a national adjustment to offset rising prices.

Sydney Austra Ure Workers Olor Josey Peeers Arbiiceeiva Artal Chet RST Toeleaon Alton Sale Communiers Bac

Traitorous Act Debate Sparks Political Clash

Ambiguous transcript recounts Cameron Sinan and others denouncing a workers policy. Ministers, MPs, and leaders exchange charges as debate centers on urging workers to produce more while criticizing government stance.

Australia Hisen Soren CME Cameron Sinan Morksad Devasi Warkars Wes Ste Caiterce BM Monk The Minster Eytstour Cameron Monk

Equipment and materials project in Selma area

A damaged OCR summary notes equipment and materials for a municipal project in Selma. It mentions components like wire and parson material with a value around 1000 pounds, with references to a cooperative and listing of participants or agencies. The fragmentary text references a town meeting and a county scheme without clear dates or names.

Sodia Rominanemin

Fragmented note on Malay export policy and political figures

A garbled passage references Malay export issues, a controversial figure labeled a "dirty dog," and remarks about government plans. It mentions Walter Fletcher, a Conservative speaker, and speculation about plans affecting Asia, with unclear context and numerous errors.

Bill Outlawing Reds Ready for Royal Assent

The House of Representatives was informed the government bill to outlaw Reds had passed without amendments and was sent to the Tower House for royal assent. Debates extended late as the senate sat past 10 30 pm amid public interest and a dramatic moment near closure.

House of Representatives Tower House Senate Toro How Com

Brisbane Tea Tests Show Superior Local Samples

Brisbane reports from October 1 note that the Bureau of Tropical Agriculture at South Johnstone earned high praise from ex Cn, Ltd for results. Samples tested were described as superior to some imported teas, with others equal to the best imported brands. A recent teat tasting by South Australian firm Arm Band J Powis Ltd aligned with Brisbane’s positive view.

Brisbane Bureau of Tropical Agriculture South Johnstone Ex~ Cn, Ltd J. Powis Ltd

Controversy Over Senate Action On Labour Bill Debates

Senators clashed over whether to end debate on the Labour Bill as the Labour operation pressed for a longer discussion. After 15 minutes more, Labour Senators urged continued debate while the Senate agreed to proceed with the bill as a whole. The chamber heard a report that the committee had approved the bill without amendments at the 30 reading. Government members cheered while opposition argued, marking a tense confrontation between government and opposition factions.

Mittees Wicho Tan Senate Labour Salidty Uy Labour Paints Welock House of D. M Gryat Lab Nsw

Diesel Cars for Commonwealth Railways Illegally Cut Timber

In Fetty Sessions Philadelphia the Commonwealth Railway was charged over diesel cars used by the Commonwealth Railways. The court noted a violation involving timber cutting and improper use of a steel diesel vehicle with a full passenger load. The accused faced fines and a standing order, with details tied to the Commonwealth’s railway procurement and an official commissioner.

Sigmad Pallenya Catumterioner Piait United States

Refugee Repatriation Debate Reaches Parliament

Foreign Secretary Bevin told Parliament about 238000 refugees in Western Europe and the Community governed states. He said settlement would proceed via the International Refugees Organisation, mainly in the United States, Australia, and other allies. He expressed confidence in repatriation and settlement plans for up to 300000 refugees.

London Wer Ae AAP Askad Heksee Bevin Broos Pie Laat Te Gemeuland Police Europe Cimclstbonternational Refuges Organisation United States Australia

Arterial Highway Urged From Cooktown to Melbourne

Queensland MPs urged an arterial highway from Cooktown to Melbourne to boost defence, trade, and migration. Bruce Pie backed a Germany style route with feeder roads, while Nicklin pressed for northern coast bases and stronger industrial development tied to Queensland’s resources and migration policies.

Messbare, Och Cooktown Melbourne Weed Anetra Bruce Fle Lib Kedron Germany Pie Austria Queensland GF Nicklix Auccraila

Malaya Mail Train Blown Off Rails

An explosion ripped through the Malaya Mail near Malayan Railways injuring the driver and four other staff along with three passengers. The blast tore up 300 feet of track and left a crater, as British troops and HMS Gaicorn forces moved to secure the area and restore service.

Ench Malayan Railways Britiantroopa HMS Gaicorn Savailarsaiy

Request for Greater Economy at Hospitals Board Meeting

The board heard maintenance costs for Gotogale, Gordonvale, and Babinds hospitals rising. Higher upkeep due to inflation, plant repair, furniture, and internal renovations strained finances. Expenditure for long overdue hospital and ward improvements was deemed essential to meet future needs.

Jairae Gotdoevale Babinds Peeber Aya Gordonvele

Surprise India Motion Shocks Security Council Bid For Leader

A surprise Indian proposal at a closed Security Council session seeks a ballot process to pick a new United Nations secretary general. The plan, supported by India and backed by Russia and others, would bar current candidates and require permanent members to vote to trim the field before a final selection.

Lake Success Russia Ching Rependay Tree Lie Security Council M. Jacob Malik Aimong United States Russ Britain France China Mt Ta Te Gelematey

Senate report denial sparks ALP dissension claim

In Canberra Oct the Opposition leader denied reports that Labour members would back the Ant-Communist Bill. Senators Ashley and Gordon Brown clashed over statements, with Ashley protesting public impressions of ALP dissent while Courtice allegedly signaled opposition during last night's debate.

Canberra Senate Ashley Jony Courtice iLab Aatilay Gordon ‘Brown Jamber Ashley ALP Courtice Chamber Ashley Wea Achey Courtice Eas

Foreign Secretary Bevin cites Egyptian oil export restrictions

London dispatch reports Foreign Secretary Bevin says Egypt may curb oil sales via the Suez Canal. He notes the cabinet decree aims to regulate traffic and safeguard supplies, while Britain considers responses as tensions rise. The note mentions potential port controls and strategic considerations in the Mediterranean.

London Gee AAP Ereest Bevin Asia SaRermait

Messrane Wool Sales Ad Noted For Bales Of Wool

An advertisement labeled Messrane Wool Sales notes bales of wool offered for sale. The ad emphasizes wool quantities and pricing, signaling a market listing for buyers and traders.

Messrane Wool Sales

Price of Thx Spot Sree Meathe Fatl

New York prices show fluctuating figures for meat products with notable per unit costs. Market watchers note irregularities in labeling and potential shifts in consumer costs amid local trading activity.

New York

Cairns Hospital Board Debates Private Patients Policy

At Cairns Hospitals Board monthly meeting Mr. Brophy criticized charging of fees as unfair and iniquitous. A board member with 15 years service, he threatened resignation over the policy. With one dissentient, the board resolved to wir e to Health and Home Affairs Minister Mr W M Moore objecting to the department's policy.

Cairns Brophy Brabane i Brephy

Legal debate over hospital patient ward privacy and funding

The board debated recovery of funds for private ward provisions amid government directive changes. Key figures questioned privacy in public wards, the legality of care funding, and the department's orders, with Mr Creedy and Mr L McDonnel urging action while board members urged compliance and restraint.

Uavelse Creedy L McDonnel G. Petersen Smart

Six Men Swept to Death at Burrinjuck Dam

Police grimly report six men drowned at Burrinjuck Dam with a futile search for bodies. Authorities believe two additional men were in the area as the attempt to recover the victims continues along the riverbank amid jagged rocks and swirling waters.

Ovee Burrinjuck Dam Eecain Ranke Asearae

UN Forces Enter Pyongyang Amid Fierce House Fighting

Reporters said UN forces entered Pyongyang after heavy street battles outside the capital. British Commonwealth infantry reached city outskirts while Americans pressed through resistance near key tram lines. Casualties were reported among civilians and combatants as the fighting continued in the dense urban perimeter.

London Ap Engath Commonwealth Infantry Tance Che Est Dence Crylairoad Sagen Tanta Allarica Nort Kornans Barre Svreste Korum

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