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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 06, 1951

Page

4

Papagos May Enter Greek Politics Amid Election Uncertainty

Field Marshal Alexander Papagos, famed for resisting Italians and guerrillas, signals possible entry into Greek politics. Aware of mixed public reception, he could shape a fragile path to parliamentary control, with security measures tightening as elections approach. Women’s voting status and military participation add to the controversial environment.

Athens Aenes Alexander Papagos Greece

Cocos Islands and Keeling Plot in Pacific Defense History

The report traces Cocos and Keeling Islands strategic role from British assertion in the 19th century to 1945 air base development. It notes Norse German wrecks, the 1937 British flag planting, Fort Fremantle ties, and postwar defenses including an airstrip at Wharixhaasen and the Constellation voyage with 38 passengers.

Canberra New Island Keeling Arhilen Hacas Sydney Cocos Seotnab WMS Juno Coco Australia Pacife Lavin Mownenallen Royal Enginers Wharixhaasen West Qamias Austria rLicur Emoe Weil Srelide Tenteiml Peta Fms Rewlig Group Slugs Ark Vrsvel Ceowe Imeyudey

Atherton Shire Council Receives Water Supply and Sewer Reports

At the September meeting the Atherton Shire Council passed accounts and a 4000 overdraft, renewed a slaughterhouse licence, and discussed water supply work and septic tank standards under the Water and Sewers Act. The water report shows total consumption and pump sources, with inspections of fire alarm sites and hydrant placement noted.

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Atherton Shire notices and council actions reported

Local council discusses road and drain works at Atherton, Tolga and surrounding areas. Items include funding for kerbing and channelling, opening vacant Crown lands, clock and town signage plans, and requests to inspect and report on Willows Road and Eck Road construction.

Collests Addinoy J. Geraghty Fogarty Tom Mage Marnaroe Crown Lande Tole Lande Department Axpenne Asherton Conmerre Uw Chamber Atherton Wat Mhling A. Stewart Tolga Geo Fletch Upper Barron Paxe Robert Street Jack Mabel MRC Boar-Pocket Walker Street Bildee RAC Rocky Creek Brides Doran Federal Aid Works Forsayth Gallo Dingo Pocket RDA Dover de Elects Troter Machibe Soreman Paii Clancey Water Street Yungaburris Ett Madigan Quilter L. R. Cralas Rom Robinson Messie HH. Collinn Devries Biste Cheried- Te Storer Nquaa A Cherie E Hallwenn W Quilters Willows Road Suisse Mym Marmara Agking Shesring Wwe Dune Slong Willy Br Marwarng Excham Shire Kenty Evelyn Hahway Eck Road Iacham Shire Kairi-Kulava Atherton Hospitale Jack Street Victoria Louley Streets Wille Sussex Cregk Decca

Mareeba Chorus Concert Draws Rapt Audience

The Mareeba RSL Hall hosted a Cairns Choral Society concert featuring choral and solo items praised for fine execution. Reg Topliss lauded the Womens Auxiliary after the show, while Mareeba’s growth spurred talk of forming a local choral society.

Mareeba Cairne Chori Griely Tareeba Sulur- Gay 4 Mart RSL Piers G. Norris Indie Vidunie Reg Topliss Rs.l. Hall Topliss

Frost Resistant Cane Tests Across Experimental Trials

Experimental trials investigated frost resistant cane varieties to identify those capable of withstanding cold. Researchers collected samples in New Guinea and measured growth in warm months to project yield and industrial potential, with Ng leading the study.

Diary jet carrier raid reports limited damage

An Australian press summary notes minimal damage from an air raid against British bases in London. The report mentions a single aircraft aboard the carrier with flak damage encountered during the attack. No further casualties or details are provided.

London Bept 2 AAP Angies

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