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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1950
Page
9
A historical piece recalls U S Russian Arctic rivalry and Alaska’s 1867 purchase. It ponders how sea power, imperial aims, and forthcoming global clash test American and Russian reach, imagining a grand Pacific conflict shaping civilization.
Amid a public health scare in Victoria the Medical Research Council warns of deadly outbreaks and urges mass vaccination for children and travelers. Key figures including Premier McDonald face criticism as authorities push precautionary measures and public doubt grows.
A nostalgic fragment reflects Punch and Judy routines and a bustling theater scene. References to Cousin Glades and a chorus of bored relatives hint at a satirical revue, with notes on records, sales, and the playful mischief of children in a retro entertainment setting.
A 1640 report describes the Tudeh Party going underground in February after government pursuit. Despite efforts, the party sustains weekly newspapers and a clandestine printing plant, with an estimated 10,000 to 30,000 members amid fears of a revived, timed strike. Observers note potential growth in Azerbaijan and speculate on government crackdowns and Soviet influence.
Reports note harbour dredging plans with dredgers expected this weekend and residents’ satisfaction. A local fire, nicknamed Billy Gost Hill, burned most of a hill but was contained. A historic boy Patrick Logue reportedly perished in a prior fire while helping fight a blaze in the district years ago. Farms receive allocations in the Mowbray area as conditions stay fair for fishing contests and local reunions proceed.
A jumble of local names records holiday departures and weekend visits around Cairns and Atherton. Mr Reynolds and Mrs Reynolds leave for Brabant after a six week stay. Bettany Lown visits Mow Bray family. J Leahy and Mrs Randfield observe a fortnights’ stay. J Baker and D Twine spend the weekend in Atherton. Lawson hosts guests at his Cottage. various locals, hotel guests, and traders are mentioned with travel to Cairns, Atherton, Tol ea, Mareeba, and Brabant insights.
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On last Saturday two Local Duplie athletes scored wins. June McAuliffe won the men’s flat race and placed second in the sprint. Jack Connelly led in the 220-yard event and earned another podium in the high jump.
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