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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1946
Page
8
Washington AP reports from Hospitals magazine note for children under 10 the chance of a severe polio attack is about three in a thousand during epidemics, with lifelong crippling risk possible. After age 29 the risk drops to about one in 100000. researchers discuss transmission, virus growth challenges, and the search for vaccines.
A vivid account of royal investitures at Buckingham Palace, detailing arrival of recipients, formal dress, order of knighthood, and the ceremony led by the King. It describes the layout, the heralds, guards, orchestra, and the moment when the accolade is conferred with the sword and ribbon.
National hospital staffing strains are reported with two thirds of U.S. hospitals hindered by nurse shortages. New York City reports 1253 empty beds due to staff gaps. Officials estimate 485000 nurses are needed but only about 300000 available, amid rising hospital demand and maternity care expansion.
London dispatch reports the Egyptian delegation called the new British joint defence committee proposals unacceptable after two hours of discussion on August 18. The scene contrasts the King's investiture ceremony where he salutes all recipients, with emphasis on greeting the lower ranking attendants over higher nobles.
Canberra announces Dr H C Coombs will lead Australia’s delegation to the October 15 International Trade Conference in London. The team includes Trade and Customs, Commerce, Agriculture and External Affairs officials. A Canberra briefing on September 28 will include representatives from the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Manufacturers.
Fragmentary text discusses special conditions in certain countries, manufacturing development, and issues with commodities in international markets. It notes the importance of imperial preference and forthcoming conferences between Britain and the Dominions to discuss proposals on trade relations before United Nations consideration in Florence.
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