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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1946
Page
6
AAustralian note argues that petrol tax revenue vastly exceeds wartime needs and that States demand a larger cut to fund road development. It cites prewar and wartime sums, current tallies, and future expectations, warning of living-cost impacts and urging a transportation cost reduction.
A majority decision upheld an appeal against a Pavle Service recommendation. Cyril Bayle faces actions, with the case returning to the Licensing Ceremony for further consideration.
Fragmentary OCR lists numerous locations and names in a jumbled shipping and river trade context. Mentions include Searthe Fort Canse River, Mentuy, Dewitry, Slevin, Grenerd, and Fort Ro pert Emjere. The text references marches, semesters, runs, and various assumed ships or gunmen with no coherent narrative or dates.
The report from Innisfail notes fund donations received for Collin amid weather disruption and a fatal collision involving Helen Richards near Bytunglyp s Crossing in the Men Creek district. It details agricultural and road works, cargo unloading of bitumen for repairs, and statements from the District Engineer on planned use of funds and ongoing projects in Cairns and the Tablelands.
Brishane buyers sold pump kina at Barvashent and stores today. One lot of lucerne hay cleared at 14 and a single total refused. One lot of crasy luceroe hay listed with no sale. All details read with figures and prices in crummy form.
Mary Ellen Petond, aged 44, longtime manager of the China as Warns, died yesterday after a brief illness. Born in Townsville, she is survived by William and Henry and other relatives. The funeral is set for St Martin’s Cathedral at 430. A Requiem Mass will be held at 39 o’clock.
Fragmented OCR reads like a notice inviting named individuals to attend a meeting on a Monday at a specified place. Content is garbled but includes references to persons and a formal gathering. No clear dates or locations are discernible due to poor text quality.
Fragmented and garbled OCR notes discuss Faddens challenge on taxation cuts linked to Mr Chifley. Mentions social services spending, funding methods, and loan expenditure, with references to figures like 25 million and 30 June 1947, amid unclear context and damaged phrases.
Fragmented text discusses money lenders and a parliamentary moment with stray phrases about charges and penalties. Key names and places are obscured, but the note hints that a reform or amendment related to usury or lending charges was considered and then questioned. The passage remains unclear overall.
In fond memory of dear mother and grandmother, remembered with love. Messages of longing and tribute fill this memorial with names of children, grandchildren, and loved ones, recalling the cherished presence and influence she had on family and friends across years.
Fragmentary Roll of Honour entry notes a family tribute to Salamiala with lines about September, smiling days, a loving father and relatives including a likely wife, inlaws, brother and nephews. text is incomplete and unclear.
The Executive Council approved the appointment of Mr J Gaffney as Acting Clerk of Petty Sessions for the Tully area in the Petty Sessions district Cardwell. The announcement was made by the Attorney General Mr LA Gledson. Weather notes forecast isolated showers along the coast and fresh or moderate south east winds. An agricultural demonstration by the Department of Agriculture and Stock will be held at Mrs Nanikivell's poultry farm Cairns tomorrow. The Executive Council also approved the alteration of the Julatten Cassowary road to Rex Road, in Douglas and Woathateatu shires, commemorating Raymond Rex. The government reported crop restrictions due to drought affecting banana plantations in the northern areas.
Brisbane dispatch reports overcharging and blackmarketing widespread through the State and Indiana. A careful survey of warehouse stocks would be needed to gauge the extent of the affair.
A soldier and a woman named Pairfoin Tein were stabbed during a confrontation at Prospect Terrace Nes. Tein was taken to General Hospital with wounds to the left arm while the soldier sustained a separate injury in the scuffle. Police arrested the soldier on a charge of wounding as the investigation followed.
Prime Minister J B Chifley pledged to a deputation that he would study the Federal Government decision to force the processing of the remaining seven percent of peanuts into oil. Delegates argued the quota had been cut to 2000 tons and urged no peanuts be diverted from production. Chifley said the deputation’s grounds would be considered and referred the matter to the Department of Commerce and the Commission.
George Robert Smith, 31, labourer, told the Cairne Police Court yesterday he and another soldier planned to steal an imperial typewriter valued at £13 from the army camp. Harold Cecil Boyce, 34, faced charges of theft involving a rival property, with bail set at £10 in default to appear in court in two months. The case was adjourned after interim arrangements and police actions.
The September Brisbane meeting of the Rotary International district assembly discussed wartime price controls. Members argued over price inspectors and government subsidies, with Labour’s Mer Moore noting unclear price needs. Bruce Pieald urged continued price control to support the war effort while Commonwealth safeguards were debated.
Bernborough boosts fan frenzy as odds shorten to half for the Brisbane to-day race. Market interest surges from Sydney and Melbourne with bets on the champion. Plant and Maller offer stiff competition as the field shapes for the Cup and Kings Cup in Queensland.
Babinda clinched the bowls pennant in a tight contest against Atherton Diggers. Atherton Diggers won 25 to 24 in a key match, with Babinda tallying 96 on one card and the Masooke and Habindstad aggregates showing Babinda ahead overall. The event highlighted the Babinda team led by Daviding and the Atherton squad under Fitchett, with final scores reflecting a narrow victory despite discrepancies on card notation.
September 3 report states the Executive Council transfers veterinary officer CR Mt 5. divisions stationed at animal health station to Atherton. Minister for Agriculture H. Collina announced the move. Brooks, BV Se, named as veterinary officer shifting from Oonoonbe to Atherton.
New York report from September 4 details chaotic court proceedings in Chicago where Willa Melrena faced a murder case. The judge warned about jury restrictions while Helena resisted, delaying a determination of Drogcwiinn’s witnesses.
Signals indicate British and Allied forces plan a coordinated withdrawal from Greece with London as a transit point on September 4 1944. Details remain fragmentary but emphasize rapid redeployment and ongoing operations in the region.
The court convicted two ship’s firemen, Slimmus and Michael McArthur, for grievous bodily harm to crew mate Thomas Inman on a voyage. The men admitted intoxication influenced their actions but denied intent to kill. The magistrate described the assault as a serious offense and sentenced them accordingly.
The Executive Council today approved expenditure for a new State school at Cairns for infants. Minister H A Bruce said the project includes five classroom block with verandahs and two teachers rooms. Construction to use amber timber and pine linings and ceilings throughout.
Fragmented OCR item from SWUSBANE lists numerous prize ticket numbers and names including N. Anderson L. Healey Mra Teoher Mre A. Biach and others, with locations such as Wood villestreet Auethampton Southport Ferry-coast and Brisbane. The text is garbled but centers on prize tickets and associated names.
In a courtroom yesterday James Brammge faced a criminal verdict over a car theft. The two defendants were fined 500 each after prosecutors argued the case showed underworld links and crime encouragement. The judge noted misrepresentations in police testimony and urged fair handling of evidence.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a stock testing note. It mentions Bewee Bae and Demi ot Bich with references to Melegiea predic and Cy Involving oma z agent sods. A Mag Chad Tnapeetew oF Beoch and Brice of Wa tent appear as stray names amid disjoint phrases.
Rhodesian tobacco will be available in Brisbane next week through retailers. A local market transmission today announced Rhodesian tobacco operators will supply the Brisbane area, with timed tabsera details and price indicators in local circulation.
Fragmented OCR notes describe political stakes ahead of elections with mention of Mendies and Chitey, concerns for farmers and rural communities, price controls, and government measures. References to primary producers, exports, and public works imply economic campaigning and social tension before the vote.
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