This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1944
Page
2
A council discussion scrutinized water mains costs and irrigation line projects tied to municipal supply and future needs. Officials weighed pond protection and infrastructure upgrades, citing federal and state guidelines, aiming to ensure reliable service and avoid waste while considering funding.
A long, garbled passage references a local authority meeting about health care reform and government policy. It mentions named figures such as Father, Mar Bent, and organizations like local authority and health directorate. The text is obscured but implies debates over medical policy, public health funding, and administrative oversight.
A small group gathered for a Masonic installation ceremony as members dressed in regalia and exchanged salutations. Local officials and family members attended, sharing brief remarks on fraternal service and community ties during the quiet event.
Field notes from Brisbane market indicate mixed trading with produce totals at 2 and market activity described in fragmented phrases. The text mentions prices, items, and a single sale but lacks clear specifics or full context.
A chaotic report describes a horse market with high bids and many guineas paid. Horses from various consignors sold for 1300 to 3300 guineas as buyers like Guinabere and others competed. The auction faced interruptions as stewards considered rule violations and refunds.
Reported by the Prices Commissioner Mr E L Lindsay as of September 16 19xx the maximum wholesale value for Valencia oranges increased by 8 4. The price ceiling for cane containing more than 197 weight units was raised to 351 4 pence. Queensland grown melons were noted in the prescribed area of Rei hune with Townsville and Hobart cited. Areas outside the prescribed zones remained charged at 41 28 per cone on cost.
The Australian government proposes a shortwave war prisoner and internee message service to relay messages to families. The service would accept replies but guarantees of delivery or access for recipients are uncertain. Applications include providing address details and central family interests to the Australian Prisoners of War Relative Association in Cairns or Brisbane.
A fragmented wartime appeal from a local Boy Scouts group seeks donations for fund drives. The correspondence names Commissioner Messire Beaver and others, urging community support through the Cairne district and Riverstead, referencing Allied war relief efforts and local organizers.
In a wartime policy outline the Prime Minister promotes leasing a munitions site near Newcastle to manufacture textiles, aiming to boost domestic supply and expand exports. He envisions Australia becoming a major manufacturing nation postwar, with woollen goods and machinery driving growth, while Latin America and Asia present vast markets.
Fragmented OCR text outlines relief schemes and government action in Australia. Mentions Canhersen win he Fier Gaverinmet and industry rehabilitation measures. Indicates early plans to commence relief programs and address damaged sectors.
The Water Works Committee will hold a meeting at the Court House to discuss a regional water supply scheme for Cairns City and Mulgrave Shire. It will review options to harness the North Queensland system, from the Sarvon to Unley rivers, with emphasis on reliability and cost while inviting evidence from interested residents.
A US Seventh Fleet search and rescue team recovered an airman after a plane malfunction led to a mid sea downing near Japan. Salvage operations continued as security measures were tightened around the area to prevent further accidents.
An obscure wartime report describes two PT boats sent to Barcue. Iron Mortals crews followed orders to engage. The Taft tied to the wensel 100 yarns from the beach, while enemy fire bracketed boats. No hits were recorded as water mechanics escaped by swimming to safety.
Fragmentary OCR text references financial aid, a Curtin attribution, and names Elaine and Ruan. The readable parts point to a 20th century civic or parliamentary context with sparse personal names, financial details, and a public investment or aid discussion.
A fragmentary report notes Grigg alleging statements by the commissioner were untrue. The text references a January date and mentions Gray and Comey in connection with the case. The readable portion lacks full names and context, leaving the core denial and persons involved as the main facts.
Fragmented report cites a September shipment issue and debates over reestablishing rerouted freight via air and sea routes after conflict. Mentions Cameron and Averett related terms and a push to make transport adaptable for coastal and inland movement.
Rain over the weekend brought useful falls to the southwest and southeastern postal districts. Morning totals measured over an inch in several locations, easing dry spells and aiding crops and gardens in a broad area.
A garbled OCR text outlines a court matter involving multiple individuals and a presumed case date around September, with references to a Valran credible figure and maritime or military terms. The fragment mentions recovering assets, potential charges, and unspecified actions in a regional jurisdiction, but details remain unreadable.
Fragmented OCR text references Fee Civil Aviation and a minister addressing authorities. Mentions Sydney Towserilly and a local authority solution. Content is garbled with multiple misspellings and unclear entities. no coherent events or outcomes are discernible.
Reports describe Japanese advances stalling near Kweilin and the dread of Allied air bases forming from Palau to Canton. The text notes strategic positions around the Henkow Canton rail line and the danger to Chiang Kai-shek forces, with broader implications for Japan's defeat timeline.
Fragmentary OCR note discusses a provision related to parcels and time conditions. Mentions restricted access or use by certain parties and delays, with references to a council or committee. Reading gaps obscure full meaning and names.
Sydney report tells of an injured soldier who saved three children from the river. He waded with a broken arm, reached a raft, and threw the youngsters to shore as the current carried them downstream. The rescuers were rushed to Canterbury Hospital where their progress was noted as improving.
Australia’s Curtin holds press conference amid debate over Australian and British Commonwealth roles in the Pacific. He says dates and specific force positions remain undecided, though Allied coordination in Quebec is noted. Canberra urges a firm public stance aligning with Churchill and Canadian leaders, aiming to show Australia’s resolve in the war.
Canberra reports from September 1 reveal Senator Collings voicing that concrete plans are needed for allied works and aviation projects. Multiple proposals were reduced to a minimal set with a council vote on retaining voluntary mobilization to support urgent industry and defense needs amid the war effort.
The message notes approval of leave for CCE personnel amid a recent strike context and a wave event. Mentions a necessity to maintain operations and references Jeeming et Jokes Mare and the editor’s vacation, with unclear details on dates and exact individuals involved.
Fragmentary text lists Seilember week-end, Seattenbes, wine references, and cables. Mentions maximum and minimum temperatures and locations such as Klarne Cre and Nir. Contains numerous garbled words and lacks coherent events or persons.
A garbled report references absentee butchers and a September event. Mentions Eraiane Uiteher and a Meet and Rave Trade federation, with unclear details about a citizenry, a person named Me GE Shesat, and umpire Lee Yager. The text is fragmentary and lacks coherent facts or context.
Minutes reveal strained staffing, proposed National Service Officer to guide policy. Contention over trainee nurse shortages, ward conditions, and proposed new maternity block. debates target building plans and ward operations amid urgent patient care questions.
Fragmented notice from Cairns Patriotic Fund references participation by local figures and employers. readable fragments mention Knowholerd-Wood, Northern brat, WSR te Au, and a few surnames including Feynman and Kapemilliite amid uncertain context and dates.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.