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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 19, 1946

Page

6

Wallace and Truman Clash Over Foreign Policy In Crisis

In a heated exchange from the Cains Post America’s stance is debated as Wallace pushes for closer Soviet ties and Britain partnership while President Truman asserts no shift in established foreign policy. The cabinet split and union reactions loom as the nation weighs unity against provocative proposals.

America Suley Wallace Truman Byrnes Germany Russia Britain Amerca Europe América Shere Vandenberg The Democrate Boeing

Garson area group thanks after event in Gordonvale

A garbled message thanks residents and attendees in Gordonvale and nearby areas for support at a recent event. The note mentions community figures and local groups, with generic references to trends and participation.

Gordonvale

In memory of Forrest... fortune or folly? (incoherent OCR)

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Forrester Tong Toong Samuel Tranein Porrester Ang Fay' Don Grandam Torrpster Nur Ted Sam May Daphne Tsim

Local Growers Council comments on Oval Commission report

Mr. Muir and other officials discuss the Oval Commission settlement on sugar leads. They note the report may be well received but urge careful study, stressing practical solutions and the impact on sugar prices, home consumption, and returnees in the industry.

Quewnetan Lane Growers Council Muit Oval Commission Muir Commission Firfstall Trevor Beutel Tom Elliot Iter Turner Tion Maselvan Lisiense Mery

Unclear Policy Memo on Farm Purchase Priorities

Fragmented memo discusses price preference for returning veterans and farm value fluctuations. Notes secretary rules to ease administration, allow quick analysis due to crop cycles, floods, and shifts in farm values. Emphasizes practical administration and avoiding vexatious restrictions.

Muir

Tie combe Irtecrite te Aveiration Amectated Press rovider

The fragmentary OCR text references a newswire provider and overseer role. Readable portions mention an Associated Press style agency and a supervisory context. No clear event, person, or location is deducible. summarize as an unidentified brief item.

COLDEST DAY OF YEAR IN BRISBANE REGION

Reported in Brisbane from the weather service the day featured scattered rain and cooler conditions across the inland border with light to moderate rain along the eastern Downs Moreton districts. Winds shifted southeast to east with cooler northern coastal breezes and a notable cold spell dropped temperatures well below average.

Brisbene Eeerday Lyunder Savihety Border Astern Downs Moreton Carpentaria Benuonca CWA Queensland Country Women's Associaion Rockhampton Ims Eac Calri Atherton Perabare Feading Drizaling Dry Hampton

Commercial Brisbane Stock Exchange Report

Fragmented OCR text notes September market activity with several lines mentioning potatoes stock movements and prices. The readable portions show bids, offers, and a few numeric references but lack clear entities or a coherent event.

British Film Listings Highlight New Releases and Dates

Fragmented OCR text lists upcoming British films and release timing with scattered names like Lina Fa and Parcoats jeri. It references venues, dates, and online viewing in a jumbled fashion, implying a news item about cinema schedules and film availability in various venues.

Machans Beach Enclosure Fund Summary

The fragmentary text references Machans Beach Enclosure Fund and related financial terms. It mentions a fund, percentages, and figures, but the readable content is garbled with no clear events, dates, or named entities beyond Machans Beach.

Shipping Movements and Storm Weather Update

Shipping movements show increased storm activity affecting routes. Sailors report delays and rerouted cargo as crews monitor weather systems near Norman and Wrens.

Isolated Rain Grips South West Australia and Surrounding Areas

The Weather Bureau reports scattered rain and thunder in southern regions, with a trough causing showers in South Australia and western districts. Isolated falls occurred elsewhere, but drought persists. three inches of rain needed to revive pasture growth and water runoff, while despite some rainfall, many areas remain dry and hard hit.

Brisbane Weather Bureau Bowne Bybera Australia Ant Salih Queenland

Hospital Board Brisbane Amendment Aims Civil Service for Clerical Staff

The government announced a bill in Parliament to reform hospital administration. Clerical staff on hospital boards will become public servants or may remain non public servants if they do not meet qualifications, with potential to apply for board secretary roles and appeal rights preserved.

Brisbane Pontin See Howpitl SRP

Wrecks and doubts stain liberal push in wartime notes

A fractured 1914 era dispatch cites liberal aim to boost production while fearing a recession. References to station projects, coastguard plans, and policy debates show unresolved tensions as governments seek greater output without sacrificing sanitation and security.

Mulgrave Shire Council Hearing On Engineering Supervision

The Cairns Post reports a Mulgrave Combined Progress Association meeting where President J. Tully warned against employing the Mulgrave Shire Engineer and clerk in a part time capacity. Deputation members questioned supervision and direction, citing alleged lack of oversight and dissatisfaction with council conduct. Dr Taknael and others echoed discontent with the council.

Mulgrave Lamue Cairns Post Combined Progress Association Tae J. Tully Mulgrave ‘Shire Behate Creek Discumion de Caper Isck Mupervicion Mutarave Shire Tully Taknael

Unsteadt Walt Waiter War Report Declines

Fragmentary military bulletin notes a torn report amid confusion over casualties and fractions. It lists no clear battles or locations, with limited readable names and numbers rendering the snapshot inconclusive of broader operations.

Effort to Delay Co operative Bill in Parliament Fails

In Brisbane on September 18 a motion by Mr T A Hiley to delay the Co operative Societies Bill was defeated 30 votes to 13. Hiley argued a month would let the Attorney General see issues in the public interest and that redrafting was needed before this session.

Brisbane Sean Severd Sotoneal Sasding Wttha T. A. Hiley Br. Hiley EM. Hanlon Attorney-Geney Spas Wimoul

Dutch Ships At Cairns Victory Parade In London

Reports describe Dutch ships returning from wartime service at Cairns and London Victory Parade celebrations. Sub Lieutenant Hoki ake and crew members recount German, Japanese, and Indonesian wartime experiences, the rescue of POWs, and the strong public reception in Britain and Australia.

Cairns London Hoki Ake Holland Eop- Inn Swader Annie Coun England British Army Air Force Ani Royal Air Force Mardare Sweden Counimer Australia Hulland Sten

No Compulsion in Bill on Co operative Land Use

A Queensland debate centers on land and machinery co operatives. Mr Gledsone argues for a unified ministerial Act to streamline co op society control while avoiding unfair advantages. Critics accuse the measure of delays and politicization as the session adjourns amid contention over the bill’s future.

Glescon Salt Srowth Mt Queensland Orten Neers F. Nicklin Hie Trally Hell New Hiley Howe Iter J. Hl Rowse Willey Australia House of Commons Tiley

Factory dispute and layoff at Murarrie plant case open

A long, damaged OCR passage describes a factory union clash at Murarrie, naming workers Munro Palmer Symes and others. It notes overstaffing, attempts to dismiss four men for union activity, and later court actions about reinstatement. The text references foremen, management friction, and wartime labor practices.

M Munro al Pane RC Crete Sanderson Murartie Sears Tie Ile Ibe Tour Munro Palmer Bymee Uhlmann Fanderson Splmann Clayre Aumeuil Murarrie

Treatment of Leprosy Doctor Opinion

Sydney report quotes Dr Molesworth on leprosy treatment and containment. He argues lepers can be cured with long term care yet urges isolation to prevent spread. He notes current low leper numbers among whites and compares infectious risk to other diseases.

Sydney Charas Lite Bay Bir Molesworth Queeneland Amity

Steels for Brisbane and Port Kembla to be cleared soon

Brisbane dispatch reports ships Miljur Trident and Aldinga to clear steel products for Brisbane Fine Port Kembla and Newcastle. EM Mattensaid the vessels would proceed to Newcastle for additional feeding and fertiliser storage. Hanley noted delays and space concerns as the Trident clears Port Kembla and Aldinga shifts to Newcastle.

Brisbane Stee Port Kembla Newcastle Trident Aldinga Hanley Tom Byasey

Cricket Cape Town Entry Contemplates Player Pace

A fragmented note from the Journal of the South African Amputation hints at cricket in Cape Town. It mentions a teen on the crease, possible payment, and the pace of play, with uncertain references to ED and a high seat.

Capetown

Pig Iron Bob Nickname Origin at Wollongong Ball

A newspaper item notes Wollongong events in 1929 when a local figure earned the nickname Pig Iron Bob during a town ball. The piece mentions political targets and a 1938 context, with references to Leader and Mr HF Laameri at an afternoon gathering in Wollongong.

Wollongong Tay HF Laameri

Australia film hearing stirs official caution

In Australia a political controversy and a screening incident drew officials and a police guard as a cinema show faced scrutiny. A staged reception for the English film The Czar of something drew praise for authenticity. Key figures including Mr Watt and actor Chip Rafferty attended, with critics and audiences watching closely for atmospheric detail.

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Telegraph channels expand in Australia with multi channel network

The Postmaster General announces new telegraph channels between Brisbane and Sydney Melbourne and Canberra. Melbourne channel will rise to 70 channels and Brisbane to 24. Senator Cameron says long open wire lines are replaced with modern multi channel systems and improvements will extend to many country towns.

Brilbant Irane Aydney Melbourne Cameron Beabane Cameron Leo Miuiimes

Impure Water Supplies In Japan Crisis Analysis

The article reports on water supply issues in Japan amid military stress, noting injuries from waterborne diseases and the role of water chlorination. It cites statements by Melon General Burnton and Army officials about medical service actions and potential breaches affecting liver disease and other illnesses.

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Emergency Radio Link For North In Cyclone Season

A fragmented report outlines emergency radio link plans for North during cyclone season. Bristane authorities and the Department of Health and Communications discuss alternative radio links and telegraph processes, with Gribble and Gribble’s associates coordinating with wire services and branches to ensure prompt communication and reliability.

North Townsville Gribble Hth Ayinitog Bristane Grinkie Catena Airtrict Manisiail Syenamnet Eeesrk

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