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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 20, 1947

Page

5

Space ships possible but far off say scientists

A.P. report outlines theoretical space propulsion and guidance challenges for interplanetary travel. Lawrence Halsted and Daniel Bigley of Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab discuss that fully guided missiles and remote-controlled craft remain far from practical operability, with nuclear, gravity, and telemetry systems needing major breakthroughs before Earth is left behind.

Wodom Lawrence Halsted Daniel T. Bigley Johnie Mopitine University Applied Pye Laboratioy Cesiductine Miataiad Mate” Weices Ull

Atherton Cricket Meeting Sets Round for Artureene Review

Sep 17 meeting in Atherton lists attendees including Messrs 1 Taatir Barnes P Gay A Kinneat W Bom rgit Ho Beattie and Nothling Mattie Ruther tt. Decision to limit Dae Artureene round to one Sab a day and review at next meeting. Funds for ALW.C.A. ball arrangements discussed. Club fee fixed at 3/9. Upper Barron Cricket Club to provide two sets of stamps. Fair round results listed for Methodists Diggers Agencies and others with points, batting tallies, and ground notes.

Atherton Tela Leat Weal Wiere Taatir Barnes P Gay A Kinneat W. Bomrgit Ho Beattie Nothling T Mattie Mr Ruther Nett Barner Xinavar Arorin Hastie Killer Barras Beattie Alw.c.a Bunda Ericka Eton Wadeka Feanias Rg. Turcer Sige Methodists Diggers Si Methodiata Mathemata Pestle Shnaon Mtoe Turner ‘ Pranuta Peamuie D Brown Clymom Godfrey J. Wade Pea Uta

Mulching in Horticulture Aids Soil and Plant Health

A dense, period tone horticulture piece discusses surface mulching as a practical practice to conserve moisture, regulate soil temperature, and reduce weed growth. It cites benefits across soil types, notes limitations for sandy soils, and references historical exhibitions and educational outreach on mulching methods.

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Timbers Trees and Timber Uses in Radio Production

A fragmented discussion traces timbers and trees to radio production, noting assemblage methods and cabinet assembly. It cites advances in materials and mechanical design, comparing traditional fasteners with new tabulated techniques and equipment for electromagnetic apparatus.

Literary Nook Sooke ASD Authors and Books Review

A fragmented literary column discusses authors, works, and publications. It mentions Dubikin born 1008 in Chicago, London publishing, Prohibition era themes, and praise for Peter Trring's "Geren for Seaenn" with note of Australian interest in "The Locust Year" by Ht. Geogr. Also references Walter etc in a vintage review tone.

Omnr Dubikin Chicago Jonroalie Erie Looden Publishing Hiss el “Aiebra Pertisga Tameritsa Talay Amir Mon Geogr George Fear Jarroide London Blamford Bingopien George Peter Trring

U N Assembly Hears Evatt Amid Fragile Speech

The U N Assembly applauded Dr. Evatt as delegates praised his role in addressing international disputes. Reports reference wage figures and procedural mentions while detailing the tense, uncertain atmosphere and calls for further investigation.

Malanda Notes and Damaged Local Scribbles

A fragmented page fragment mentions Malanda notes and several personal names with scattered phrases. The legibility is poor, showing garbled entries and partial lines that reference individuals, places, and routine actions without clear events or dates.

Special Services Brief Rokesham Notice

Special services note appears as a fragment with unclear names and places. readable parts indicate a local public notice or bidding matter needing confirmation and full text from the original source. The item lacks complete facts for a precise card.

Fly proof tour home with quick insect destroyer

An advertisement describes a quick insect destroyer called QUICK INSECT DESTROYER. It promises a fast daily spray to keep the home free from pests, with a claim of effective knockdown and a sales pitch urging customers to ask for the product.

GI Fontaine

Leaves from Doctor Case Book A Quick Hot Bath for Convulsions

Fragmented diary style notes describe convulsions in a child and attempted remedies. The narrator recalls a bath and cold water method, mentions a parent’s concern, and records a tense scene with a doctor or caregiver supervising treatment and the child’s reactions. The entry hints at dangers and uncertain outcomes in a domestic medical crisis.

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