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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1951
Page
5
The Cairns Post reports on the federal referendum discussing whether to amend the Constitution to curb Communist activity. Proponents argue the change preserves parliament’s power while restricting Communist influence, urging a yes vote to balance national security with existing rights.
Cairns widow estate details from a local notice list the TOWRA settlement and related names. The fragment cites members including Jenn Black and family, with a March or May context and references to heirs and land parcels.
A fragmentary note discusses planning towns across a country with references to a meeting or directive. The readable text mentions a proposal or action plan, aiming to organize towns and ensure orderly development.
Fragmented text references cargo movements and multiple ports including Newport Sevena Bristol Chale Lovarpool Cairns and Brabane. Mentions cargo for Cairns and dates such as September 10. Overall, a garbled shipping note with scattered place names and incomplete actions.
The fragment reports temperature readings and rainfall, noting highs around 72 to 78 degrees and humidity, with several lines mentioning measures like inches of rainfall and barometric data. It also references market prices and crop notes, but the text is garbled and several details are unreadable.
The Local Sphere item blends trading figures, weather mentions, and court notices with unclear details. It cites potential overtime wages, farm and shipping references, and a forthcoming report by officials, noting court activity and voyage specifics amid scattered data.
The Cairns region reports limited rain with scattered showers in eastern divisions over the 24 hours to 9 am. Innisfail and surrounding towns saw the largest showers while other areas noted morning mists and mild temperatures. The Weather Bureau forecasts only isolated showers inland as a high pressure system moves east. Local economic and court notes appear in the same bulletin along with regional weather data.
A garbled collection of obituary like lines from multiple donors memorializing deceased relatives. Names include Dick Winters Agnes Elslene Dorothy Sialic Gene Davin Hall Harris Hill Trskins Tenkin Gene Hawkins Jenkin Mahoney and others with dates around September and 1960s. The fragmentary text suggests church or newspaper notices of bereavement and loving memory from spouses children and grandchildren.
Report of a maritime collision near Yarra River involving a tug and a liner. One crew member, Fireman Bil Bam of Williamatown, was injured. a second man was reported damaged as the engine tumbled. Details about the accident and nearby vessels are unclear in the damaged text.
In central Burnet and Eidsvold regions drought threatens about 100000 breeding cattle. Herds face feed shortages as rain fails and pasture withers, forcing farmers to rely on limited hand feeding and emergency preparations.
Debate centers on compulsory provisions for soil and water preservation. Minister H. H. Collins introduces measures, with opposition concerns about harsh enforcement and potential land seizures. Officials from water, roads, and agriculture departments back a consulting committee to oversee orders and penalties.
A distorted report notes management considering Saturday afternoon trading for 300 workers. Proposals mention optional shifts, reduced hours, and openings Wednesday or Monday mornings with wider weekend afternoons to improve operations. Aims include staffing adjustments, recruitment systems, and employee comfort amid profits discussed.
Miss Piper of Latrobe Geelong was arrested near Ae City today on charges including attempted murder and wounding with intent. A special court remanded her to September 1 for psychiatric evaluation as detectives report she had wandered South Melbourne and Albert Park while not sleeping.
A new 660 power station at Howard near Maryborough was announced by the Minister for Works Mr W Powers. The event was described as officially opened with plans to connect to the local grid. The report mentions attendance by authorities and expected electricity supply improvements for the area.
Acting Treasurer lists repayments totaling £3080 with figures for Mareeba Shire and other accounts. The fragment references to lent sums and dates indicate ongoing debt servicing and local government accounting details amid incomplete text.
Local reports describe a dangerous molasses spray on dry grass in the Monts district near Jermere. The rough account mentions a mixture affecting several areas, with warnings about coverage and potential harm to crops and land, noting expensive branding and broad application.
The readable text appears scrambled with names and phrases like Mr De Gevs and We vob ies arenes, suggesting a damaged article fragment. No clear event, date, or location is extractable, but it hints at a report mentioning individuals and towns in a historical newspaper page.
Sep 3 Brisbane. Concrale development Pay Ltd plans a new building material "krbir 'xpaodiea clay" at Darra near Brisbane. The project links German and Australian interests. Dutch partner Me W. Schimenerie claims basic material is readily available in Holland and will arrange shipment. Workmen would be employed during the expansion.
Fragmentary report discusses a parliamentary action related to "She Wesidean-Taroym" with reference to a public or wartime context. Mentions Mr. Poley and unnamed officials, and an acreage figure around 82 acres impacting related services for World War TDpe 4.1 servicemen.
Fragmented OCR text describes sorghum stubble issues and possible disease impact. Mentions Brisbane and many unclear names, with reference to grain sorghum stubble, yields, and farming challenges. Contains garbled phrases and local context hints without clear dates or events.
At Oakey on September 5 a truck crash on the Toowoomba road left Willem Crrtevian Miller of Toowoomba road dead from a fractured neck. A doctor arrived at the scene but Miller died before aid could save him.
An uncertain report from Canberra notes Prime Minister RG Menard expressing satisfaction with a government routine activity and campaign backing. The narrative mentions a meeting from May 30 and references persistent opposition activity and ongoing competition.
A public sale is scheduled for Monday at 1900 hours with remaining bids open Sunday at noon and Saturday 11 20 AM. The court orders sale actions under legal provisions with a 30 000 claim notified and the association list filed.
Brigadier Blackie announced the Assistance to Sick Children Fund aimed at aiding seriously ill Australian children. He said the scheme seeks to provide access to families in need and ensure ongoing support regardless of parental circumstances, enduring a constant rate of aid to cover care costs.
The estate of Liberal party figure Mr James Clark of New Farm, nicknamed the Pearl King, proceeds to probate. Clark, a pearling and whaling pioneer, helped found a major company and served as a member of the Queenstown Turil Club committee and as a rector of Facet. He died in December 1904 and left his estate to be settled in Brisbane before Yancey.
The document outlines outside work value by the government premier and treasurer and related party connections. It notes an estimated value of work done for the year ending June 20 and lists figures including a total of £292. It mentions associations with the ALP and other committees or bodies and references the Premier’s and government departments’ involvement.
Wool sales in Brisbane opened with cautious demand and varied prices. The market featured mostly fine and dry wools with limited jigging in prices, reflecting a steady but uneven trend across the Western Brisbane yard.
An unspecified stabbing in Sydney ends with one man dead after a sudden collapse and police involvement. Witnesses describe a violent incident in a crowded area with confusion and a quick police response.
Detectives report the death of John Rober McLaughlin a 48 year old stockist in a Brisbane area case. Police indicate the incident involves suspected foul play with unclear motive. The investigation continues as investigators review evidence and interview possible witnesses.
A disputed arbitration issue at Willeroo Colliery remains unresolved as a board meeting is scheduled. Miners' Union efforts to press for talks with owners face opposition from board chairman Dr J Murrey and the coal board.
In the Townsville area reports indicate ongoing potato harvest activity with workers and fields described. The text notes weather and work conditions, mentioning shifts and potential yields though many phrases remain garbled.
Fragmented text shows a Labour Party plebiscite draft with scattered names and phrases. No coherent names, places, or dates are readable to identify a concrete event or outcome.
A fragmented report notes cane assignments being cancelled. The garbled text mentions a minister and references a breath of the over seven items, with unclear names and dates, making the exact details unreadable.
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