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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 21, 1946

Page

5

Queensland urged to boost secondary industries and power

A parliamentary report on Queensland’s secondary industries urges vigorous government action to attract new enterprises, develop power and water resources, improve transport, and exploit coal supplies. It highlights potential in maize, tobacco, timber processing, and regional production, noting current policy gaps and the need for centralized implementation.

Quesnaland Beng Shell Wuther States Queensland Barron Falls Richard Davies Dand Vartages Queenaland Mareeba Maize Board

Sydney Black Band Mat Extends to Bermar ne

Fire at a racecourse damaged grass areas but caused no injuries. Fire brigade, under Chief Officer AF Fing, contained the blaze at the Beaton and beyond streets. Mulgrave Shire Council officer of health to oversee diphtheria immunization at McDonnell’s Creek and several state schools on Thursday. Cyclists involved in accidents at a track event faced injuries including lacerations and possible rib fracture. Dalgety wool ban debates continue with Queensland extension discussed. buyers and unions responding amid looming wool sales.

Imaen Arvin Diphtheri Mulgrave McDonnell’s Creek Belign- Jen Ker St. Rita Cohvent Babinde Wirriwinal Bartle Dalgets Tata South Wilee Dalgety Sydney Queensland

Fragmented OCR Review of Northern News Aims at Hidden Markets

Fragmented text appears to discuss black market activity, alleged figures, and potential investigations. It references places like Sydney and Australia with hints of crime and law enforcement mentions. Names and specifics are obscured by OCR errors, limiting precise details.

Fragmented OCR Snapshot of Local Notice

A garbled OCR fragment references places and events, mentioning Sisters haw Lee alba and Seville with unclear dates and names. The readable content is sparse and cryptic, offering no coherent action or outcome to summarize.

Lee Alba Lee Seville

Food for Britain appeal stalls over Christmas

An unclear note outlines a fundraising effort for Britain, mentioning a committee and a target of 20000. Details on the organizer names and precise activities are not readable, but the text implies donations or a drive to support wartime aid before Christmas.

Suspected war criminal Sydney arrested in Japan

Reported by Australian Army Mil Intelligence officers that a former Sydney man arrested in Japan under General Macarthur’s offer has been released. The article notes claims of arrest after allegations tied to the Far East, with charges including treason and safety concerns.

Sydney John Holand Japan Macarthur Mil Esa Fortand England Holland Propa Shanghai Tokio Mane Haliane

Jewelry Theft at Sydney Promenade Spawns Hushed Inquiry

A fragmented report details a jewel theft at a Sydney prom venue on Elizabeth Bay Road. The thieves entered through a front door and looted a bedroom area before fleeing, with a witness noting a precious necklace and other items missing. Local police are investigating, urging anyone with information to come forward.

Jeweiles More Lary Elizabeth Bay-road Eile Finn Ewelley Fairlie

Obituary for Mes Kethien Maud Quaid Cairns Resident

Mes Kethien Maud Quaid wife of ste 4 Quaid McLeod street Cairns died yesterday morning at her residence aged years She was born at Herberton and lived in Cairns since early age Survived by one son William and two daughters Miss Mary Quaid and Mrs Grainer The funeral moved from St Monica's Cathedral yesterday afternoon and was largely attended Rev Futter officiated at the church and graveside.

Mes Kethien Maud Quaid Ste Quaid McLeod-street Cairns Sa' Ars Borr Herberton Cairne William Tan Daugh Grainer Mary Quaid St Monica's Futter Ant

Obituary notices recall local figures and families

L Simon Artin and Martin died in Caleny Saluday turning 41 and 78 respectively. The deaths mark longtime residents known in Carma with ties to the Waterside Workers Federation and local churches. Funeral arrangements list The Waterside Workers Federation and Presbyterian Church services in Cairns and Babin in coming days.

Biman Martin Caleny

Obituary for Mr John Boland of Cairns

Mr John Boland of Cairns died in Brusaone. The funeral occurred Sunday at St Monica's Cathedral Cairns with Rev Father Hast officiating. The service and burial were held on a Saturday night with full church attendance and a reception at the altar.

RiEnral Fuend Brusaone St Monica's Cathedral Cairns Hast Dey Eas Ag Wine Revie Greer

Government Airlines Brisbane Pooling Push Draws Fire

Australian National Airways Toronto: Canberra reports show Trans-Australia Airlines pressuring ANA staff to switch sides. Brisbane manager Mr M Trenchard Smith says lucrative offers have enticed several pilots and mechanics to TAA, with four pilots already leaving ANA for the rival carrier. ANA officials deny coercion, noting many transfers cite better prospects and freedom to move.

Brisbane Australian National Airways Trans-Australia Airlines ANA Mo Trenchard Smith Smith TAA. Mutneruipe Wet Australia Surfucine TAA Srouh Lazg Ani T Smong

Golden Casket Sa Brisbane Competition Notes

Brisbane report lists prizes and participants for a golden casket event. Names such as Sullivan and Tam appear among winners and entrants with ticket numbers like 30014 and 24389. The fragmentary item mentions locations including Albion Brisbane and Latrobe Terrace, with a cash prize around 30 dollars and multiple retailers or clubs named in the tally.

Brisbane Timun Senerdag Prise Sullivan Back Plaine Chiton G. Tee IW Lier LS Piet Balke Tam Raife Wheelholme Springure XJ Robinson Albion Brisbane Ath Lawson Latrobe Ter Paddine Tim

Tero Hour in New South Wales Strike Upheaval

Sydney reports labor unrest spreading as conferences set for Monday to decide if the wave will extend to other industries. The Labour and Nations Service Minister, Mr Holloway, voiced regret over workers losing pay in their bid for what they are entitled to while criticizing the current policy.

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Settlement Hope Stalled as Labour Disputes Roil Australia

In Sydney talks on Wednesday and Saturday, hopes rose to settle strikes affecting 7 ships and 6000 watersiders idle. Leaders Ashley and J Healy of the Waterside Workers Federation expressed optimism a Monday conference would yield a settlement amid clashes with Dalgety and Co. over wool clerks. Separate union actions threaten Western Australian wool sales and transport services, with meetings planned to press wage increases and probe Road Transport Department administration. Disruptions loom in building trades as a minimum wage demand and union boycotts gain momentum, risking broader industry stoppages across Victoria and South Australia.

Sydney Waverfront Sagen Pekupe Snepog Ter Ashley Water ‘Aide Workers Federation General Ance |Retary J. Healy Mondey Clerks Union Dalgety and Co. | Ltd Dalgety Western Australia Bate Mekelly Road Transport Department S.F. Builde Ingandar Mas Merting Mribourse Tramiweymen Eaep Mdurtriey Vievorig South Australia Mda

University Women Tempted by Vacations for Science Research

Brisbane October 14. Many university graduates will consider civilian life as valuable to occupations ranging from duty to scientific research. The article notes that the allure of travel and examination of “the other aids” draws students toward broader opportunities beyond teaching or pure study.

Brisbane Thaler

Caulfield Cup shock as Bernborough loses

Bernborough suffers a startling defeat in the Caulfield Cup as Mulley races the favorite to the front. Carey placed formally, with unusual scenes as Bernborough returns to the enclosure after a disappointing run. Trainer Harry Plant defends the decision, noting the horse’s form improved since Saturday.

Mulley Jauk Carey Toyal Ger Twa Lee Berneborough Romana Harry Plant Berne ‘Borough Mis Stall Romano De|eason Scruborough Plant Yotun Hort Bernborough Caulfield Queensland Counn Tasmania Women N College Hive College Yeeterusy Tate Muu

Meat trades push for butcher school reforms in Victoria

Brisbane reports that Federal and State governments may back new butcher schools to raise service standards. The State Master Butchers secretary says Victoria leads with a training school in Melbourne and notes attempts to expand training in Queensland. Delegates warned of outdated retailing methods, while Dalgety’s dispute and a Wool Brokers’ Association were cited as industry tensions.

Brisbane Cal Tian J. Munroy Victoria Strane Schoor Willem Atgliss Melbourne Munro Queensland Allied ‘Trades Federation Met Sydney A. D McEwan Png Dal

Accidents Aboard Brisbane Road Sees Fatalities And Injuries

Reported motor accidents near Brisbane on October 3 involve a truck collision between Harris and Toosoolawaville en route from Nacanga to Brisbane. One man killed, Richer Wines (21) of Brisbane, and Florence Ingamelia (29) of Brisbane presented severe injuries. Other party members escaped with minor injuries.

Brisbane Gueenstead Harris Toosoolawabwalle Nacanga Florence Ingamelia Brabane Yas Jared Maior Crue

Brisbane carriers await multi department clearance for trooper work

An October report from Brisbane notes a wait as up to four municipal and government departments may need to grant authorization for trooper tasks. Officials anticipate extensive paperwork and potential delays, while engineers promise road damage will be avoided during project execution.

Brisbane Anxhene Sarriera Rma Newry Trans

Monterey Muddle Delays Monterey Arrival Passengers

Sydney. Ten contome clearing operations for passengers aboard the Monterey began on Thursday and will continue Monday after the ship's arrival. Customs men waited as confusion persisted with luggage, while wharf labourers were on strike. Hundreds remained to be cleared and passengers complained of repeated rejections and delays.

Sydney Monterey Arrived On Touring Aternnon Lme To-Tay Tne

Brisbane Meat Supplies Struggle with Shortage

October 20 Brisbane reports meat city and suburban butchers admitting delays and limited supplies. Munitions shortages restrict lamb and other items while some shops have scarce meat toward end of trading. customers receive substitutions or wait for deliveries amid uneven restocking.

Brisbane Inver Velley Retail Fauseviver

Sex Offender Adelaide Case Silent on Details

A brief late item reports a judge ordered a prison term of years for an individual connected to a sex offense. The case references an accomplice or related person and mentions a named location and jurisdiction, with limited readable specifics due to damaged text.

Royal Gem Penalised Ahead of Melbourne Cup

Melbourne October 20 Royal Gem receives a one pound penalty increasing his weight for the Cup. Owner Mr G Badman expects a decision later in the week on whether the horse will race in the Cup. Attendance reached 107,187 with strong betting, Caulfield Cup betting also noted.

Melbourne Royal Gem G Badman Deere St Fairy Witmer Tolmer

Mystery woman helps Bernborough lose Melbourne Cup battle

The Melbourne Cup feature recounts Bernborough pressed by Muley and Mulley rider tactics. Royal Gen and Columnist setup show early pace as Bernborough fades with weight, while Mulley’s horse sustains effort to chase the finish. A tense final furlongs leaves Bernborough short of a win amid crowd noise and tactical moves.

Unclear racing report with tangled OCR text

The text describes a horse racing event with mention of Government and Labour references, a jockey named G Waite, and horses Royal Gem and Columnid Sao. Details are garbled, with misread odds and placements, making it impossible to confirm outcomes or key facts.

Dairy industry leads Victoria in milk and butter production

The report highlights Victoria as the top dairy producer in the region, with Western Australia showing declines. It notes Western Australia and Queensland export figures, New South Wales as a major producer, and total butter, milk, and cheese outputs. Subsidies under the Commonwealth scheme supported dairy production, with year end receipts and export figures for butter and cheese outlined.

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Expelled Sydney MLC plans appeal to ALP conference

Mr J traver MLC expelled from the Labor Party intends to appeal at the annual conference against his expulsion from the party central executive. He claims the action reflects a democratic spirit of the labour movement amid a broader fight over the coal industry and party unity.

Sydney Jraver ALP Legislsaive Counsell Oles Wap Batour Mel Ion Alles Blu

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