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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1950
Page
6
A fragmentary Cairns Post page discusses who provoked a crisis, touching on Korea and China links, Western reactions, and fears of wider conflict. It mentions U S leaders, Russia, and potential American and European responses, suggesting concern over intervention choices and global tensions.
A funeral notice lists relatives and friends of Mrs B S Bottecairee Br Bogie and others, inviting them to attend services. The fragment mentions locations, names, and a memorial gathering with references to a single event at a local church or service venue.
Readable fragments describe a community item featuring names and places with unclear roles. The text mentions Ravens, Mareeba, Dublin, and Chea but lacks coherent event details or dates to form a complete report.
The family remembers a beloved mother and grandmother who passed away in Beyer. Messages from Mavis, Kevin, and others express love and mourning. A funeral will be held with brief remembrances, and distant relatives share warm memories of her life and family bonds.
Readable portions describe local government clerks meeting plans for a conference on Friday September with data on maintenance crews. Mentions government clerks association and arrangements for a central receiving center, plus notes on weather, supply moves, and projected deliveries for nearby districts including Armstrung, Agroglen, and Stratford.
Wordsworth urged a reduction in transport registration fees citing living costs and rail and communication costs. The Treasurer warned any rise would be difficult to implement and warned against misinterpretation of policy, highlighting regional price pressures and potential impacts.
The report records Main Road Commission expenditure in Douglas Shire of £37397 on permanent works and 1,104,304 on maintenance to the Daintres River route, 4.43 miles, mostly bitumen surfaced, with annual charges of 849 and 123309 19 to local authorities over 30 years. The figures arise under the Late Transport Facilities Act administered by the Minister for Transport.
Mr Prank Bernesertertay was appointed by the Marchasnare Council to Ye council taking over from Mr T. B Mackey, Serves of Lighter. A weather forecast notes showers on the Peninsula with fresh southeast winds and unsettled South American climate impacts. A special freight train arrived bringing new ALS items for care shortages, with recipients proceeding to Inrme for immediate service.
A boy described as three years old was urgently brought to Cairns for medical attention aboard a chartered flight operated by parent Jimmy Jolie. The report notes the child’s age and the timely air transfer for care.
Delegates from clubs in the Northern District Racing Association gather for a special meeting to consider a no confidence motion against the Board of Management. With three of five directors present the motion calls for the board members to resign. discussions include further consideration of other remedial steps.
A Cairns area meeting approved a five member board to manage Mareeba Turf Club until the next annual general meeting with extended powers. Registration granted for Mareeba Amateur Racing Club chairing talks on annual two day meetings. Innisfail clubs reported bookmaker influence and stewards planned investigations. jockey appearances and appeals scheduled for September 14 and October dates.
Officials clarify camping restrictions at beaches and esplanades. The report notes community complaints about informal camps and highlights enforcement actions and ongoing debates over allowed areas and times. Local authorities urge residents to follow posted rules and cite safety and cleanliness concerns.
Mrs Dorothy Watts wife of G T Watts of Reservoirscac Walk Collye died in Cairns aged 38. The notice notes she left eight young children and mentions the Tatianna en Ridower with a funeral in the coming days.
Mr Mighell discussed European unity and wartime aims with focus on Britain’s defense and morale. He praised London’s leadership, the King's birthday parade, and the impact of allied efforts in Europe, noting Australia and New Zealand ties and Britain’s resolve to deliver.
Townsville league finals set with senior players and juniors to report to officials at 1 pm on Benirdae. Match details reference Ayr River and Herbert River, with notable plays by Horrigan and Gowdie as Townsville eyes a decisive finish amid transport and scheduling chatter.
A fragmented report discusses sugar as a contributing factor to dental caries, noting the dentin and prevention efforts. It references officials, public notices, and upcoming events, with scattered lines about Australians, gatherings, and community actions.
The text notes a Rotary gathering led by President George Kelly with initial remarks by the first speaker. It mentions participation by Rotarians including notable names and a planned meeting in the City Sage Crambera on Monday with leaders and guests from various regions.
Fragmentary notes describe unrest and police action in a town, naming a mayor and local figures. The text references tensions, proposed actions, and potential legal or public order responses, with scattered mentions of meetings and forthcoming events.
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