18 Sep 1942
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1942
Page
1
A garbled notice lists numerous vacancies from service officers to hospital boards and estate agents across many departments. It mentions male or female applicants, varied roles, and multiple regions with appeals for applicants to join labor and social service fields, hospitals, and related sectors.
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The Cane Post publishes a chaotic letter from a reader warning that dangerous times loom as rains threaten stored goods and bank deposits. It argues savings certificates, bonds, and government securities must be safeguarded, criticizes Prime Minister Curtin, and calls for diverting deposits to public development funds amid banking strains.
Fragmentary text reports a salon event and hairdressing offerings by Expert Lion for permanent waving and styled looks. Mentions Earl factors like box office, parlour, and guest house, with scattered references to prices, contacts, and dates. The readable segments are insufficient for precise facts or a coherent narrative.
In London, an official dispatch describes a convoy in the Atlantic damaged or sunk amid heavy attack. The report notes ships and cargo were destroyed or scattered, with authorities stating the engagement reached a breaking point and casualties are feared.
South Johnstone notes report a village social with caning crushed cane event data and a social gathering. The piece mentions Mr B Lindsay, Mesdames Swevers, and dancing activities including euchre and a social hour with attendance of local residents.
A wartime report describes a train laden with high explosive bombs struck by German air attack. Enemies bombed and set fire to carriages. railway workers fought the blaze, saved ammunition and petrol, and prevented a boiler explosion after an offloaded blast. An enemy driver and fireman sheltered under a locomotive as bombs rained down.
A large bomb caused arches to shatter and carved a crater about 20 by 30 feet. The event damaged a viaduct and halted tracks. Within 18 days two more lines opened, and days later two additional lines resumed service after debris removal and rail repairs.
A long, dense report outlines Madagascar under French rule, noting the island’s strategic value and defences. It covers military forces, geography from Diego Suarez to Antananarivo, roads, and civil administration, with mention of Vichy allegiance and limited independence aspirations among Malagasy.
Fragmentary OCR text cites Pratt, Elba, and prior farm figures with tax deductions. Mentions dividends, 8 percent rate, and transfers between entities with references to EMBO IE and reserve funds. Reading lacks coherent facts or clear event details.
A reader argues that the Star Spangled Banner should be linked with Australia's national anthem at Cairns events. The letter praises Allied ties with America and suggests this gesture would honor American servicemen and support world peace, calling for a brief performance pairing.
Navy report details the carrier Yorktown's fate after sustained enemy air and submarine attacks. Yorktown was damaged heavily during the Battle of Midway campaigns, with torpedo and bomb hits. Salvage efforts began as the ship drifted to inoperative status, and sister ship Yorktown’s loss marked a major U S naval setback in the Pacific theater.
Atherton Shire Council report shows depositors affected by wartime measures. Treasurer E Maslin presents balances for 1941 to 1945, detailing savings bank guarantees, term certificates, current accounts, and bank reserves. The report notes existing assets, liabilities, tax reserve of £10,000, and losses from the Sydney premises write off. Strong security on client advances and a mixed asset base, including land and buildings, underpin the company and subsidiaries.
Queensland Cement and Limeco Ltd reports annual results to July 31 with profits and dividends. Dividend on preference shares is stated, alongside dividends for ordinary shares and general profit figures. The note discusses past months’ allocations and a provision to workers during the period.
Former international cricketer Mr Arthur Malley condemns the trend of mass sports at the expense of war duties. He cites increased racing and dog club activity, the crowd surge at Randwick, and asks if sportsmen will keep promises to Prime Minister Curtin while war demands rise.
A fragmented account discusses Randwick racing as entertainment and its social cost. It questions charity excuses, warns racing harms, and urges funds toward national security rather than betting. It condemns amateur and professional sports flaws while urging austerity support for Australia’s defense.
A garbled report from a Daily Expressre-like source recalls a fishing fleet strike or distress at sea. It mentions Commander A.C. Cetting and a Captain tremble, wages around £30 weekly, partial payments, and plans to divide profits between a Benevolent Fund and a Genevety type system amid hardship at sea.
A Brisbane report details reduced dividends for The Queensland Brewery Ltd and mentions revised carry forward figures amid higher costs, wage increases, and taxes. It notes the impact on profits, the need to write down assets, and changes in distribution to shareholders during the six months to 1941.
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