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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 22, 1947

Page

5

Australia to defend with limited manpower plan

The piece discusses Australia’s defence plans amid limited manpower and the concept of conscription. It cites debates within the Australian Labour Party, opposition to compulsory service, and arguments about training, preparedness, and national duty in wartime.

Australia Etry Citann Burnel Althuigh Stecene Ronscripriiay Australian Labour Party Alre Yulen Tuva

Melbourne Girl Plans to Wed Italian Prisoner of War

A Melbourne woman expresses intent to wed an Italian prisoner of war. The article notes past emotions and warnings from authorities, detailing social pressures and legal constraints surrounding wartime marriages.

Melbourne P.O.W

Dutch honour Australians and others at Windsor

A scrambled report notes a ceremony involving Australian and Dutch honors with references to Windsor, a rehearsal or memorial event, and assorted names and places. Details are fragmented, but the piece highlights a commemoration or recognition event tied to notable figures and organizations.

Shipping Movements in 1943 Port of Tupretie and Sydney

Shipping movements report from Port Tupretie to Cairne with movements to Sydney and Fremantle. It notes loading at refineries, with vessels tied to Beishane and Beishane routes. Weather, timing, and dockside activity are described in terse lines.

Port Fe Livni Mulbern Neeber Sydney Semiey Weg Conral Care Doryrsny Snivrl Peatartiky Vie Puneswae and Oreo of Ait

Plastic Surgery for Native Boy in Sydney Tragedy

Sydney reports a native boy, badly mutilated, flown to Drubane for plastic surgery after a fatal assault. The boy, with an uncle, suffered severe injuries while aiding in a local clash. Brisbane notes a ten year old burned in an explosion, also from the Buka tribe, arriving for treatment. doctors say the arm cannot straighten and the eye injuries are severe.

Sydney Epi Drubane New Quince Renehe Mortora Amits Army Brisbane Bouraies Tpanthenes Dewini Solomons B AL Sinclair Rabaul Anid Siiclaie

Bowler Dies After Winning Match

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Brisbane Arver Eunning Jntana Marden Manseer Brateness Ayday Altes Bisnd Hetcsa

Obituary for Thomas James 91 at Gordnngaln

Thomas James 91 died yesterday at an age of 0 years in Oregon? Cornwall Vale. He was an employer at the Kenve mill for years before retirement. He is survived by his widow and daughters Mrs ME J Abert and others. St Michael's parish will handle arrangements.

Thomas James Pix Feamence Orergrest Conrdane Vale James Barr England Michaal

Funeral Directors vba in memoriam notice

The notice expresses gratitude to doctors nurses and staff at the hospital for kind attentive care. It thanks Mrs McLennan and family of Strarman-atrest Macey for support and asks for sympathy and floral tributes in lieu of personal thanks.

Perma Worie Woibalnere Ang Edirna McLennan Ang Strarman-atrest Macey Desire Ain Gefely Matfay Marcon Iri

In Memory of Neale Weir Bert Her Loving Family

A memorial notice honoring Neale Weir who passed away in September. The brief tribute expresses love and remembrance from family members and friends, noting months of fear and loss and the enduring memory held by Bert and others.

Neale Mersey Bert

Local Sphere note on events at Briteram Hotel

Fragmentary report describes Trent Qt am Bites ie rewor Welt arbild at the Briteram Hotel with vague references to an event, a patient, and ambulance transport. Details are unreadable, but the piece hints at a public proceeding or encounter involving local figures and medical aid.

Trent Briteram Urubew

Road Safety Dangers Highlighted in Local Police Brief

A local police briefing notes rising road dangers from driver error and speeding. Officials warn accidents damage property and threaten life, with emphasis on river crossings and pedestrian risks amid ongoing traffic enforcement and new safety regulations.

Brisbane Weather Bureau Forecast Update

Fragmented OCR notes describe a Brisbane forecast from the Weather Bureau. It mentions scattered showers along the coast, mainly on the north coast and southeast regions, with fresh southeast winds, moderate seas, and possible rough patches at times. Willis Island coastal area highlighted.

Brisbane Weather Bureau Inicid Aria Caast

Sale of Tea Above Ration Scale in Brisbane

Brisbane reports reveal illegal tea sales above ration limits. The Royal Commission findings note 2,000,000 lb excess stock, coupon leakage, and tampering with envelopes. Authorities discuss enforcement, coupon sheets, and penalties for retailers involved in the tea trade.

Llegal Brisbane Connane Tor Tage New Best and Berard Canberra Cuttna Om Raturdty Eytsupry Macnutt Mustela Aepeyer Biieles Rage Fr. Rogers Aingspore New Zealand Yen Lene Rogers Nature Commonwealth Ratlontag Commission Sulbern Ihe Heen Thesr Commission Revere Tacilitate Check Inc Jersahine Queensland

Edge Hill collision injures woman and child in street

A car collision on Wheriaan Street near Edge Hill injured a woman and her daughter, with both taken to hospital. The mother suffered a forehead wound and minor injuries while the child was treated for facial injuries. Emergency services responded and the pair awaited further care.

Gouinion Walsh Edge Hilt Upper Lin Wehichahi Wheriaan-street

Alleged Theft Suspect Denied by Police Court in Brisbane

Margule Navid faced Police Court after alleged unlawfully obtaining a bill. Stanley Cumming, 42, and Genene Receter were involved as Buxton and Det Ed MyLimoen observed. Bail set with one surety of 100. Police tracked Cumming to Rawat Street, noting a prior conversation and possession of a harner.

Brisbane Margule Navid Stanley Cumming Lal Propnever Bill, Genene Buxton Tim MeNteholl MyLimoen Lange Be

Women's World Conference Reflections and Canadian Meeting Notes

The article surveys discussions at a conference with emphasis on women's global cooperation, UN ties, and FAO goals. It highlights Australian and Canadian involvement, the push for international recognition of women’s roles, and a wartime heritage of women’s institutes in Ontario. It recounts a Winnipeg and World War I era lineage, noting a large turnout of farmers' wives at a local institute meeting and the growth of country women’s groups worldwide.

Wien Spencer Zwing FAO Ontario Canada Abe We World Mine Mr Low Tira Woren Alfred Walkers Balan Blate Bimmern Mim Lee Worcesin Institute Alee

Nationwide Protests Demand Action on Bank Grabs

A broad wave of nationwide protests critiques bank seizures and calls for government action. Delegates urge Parliament to restore the people's voice, urging unity with farmers and women nationwide while pressing the Governor General to seek referendum approval.

Unesco Deren Coun Unis Abe Bach Spence Arcarich Ida Hall South Gippsland

Katanning group presses for bank nationalisation talks

The Katanning Freedom League sent a message to Works Minister Mr Lemmon, MP for Forrest, urging him to nominate speakers for a public meeting on bank nationalisation. Lemmon promised to nominate the next Federal section and provide a full account of representations to Forrest electors. The piece recalls wartime hardship, industrial bodies, and ongoing efforts by rural associations and the ACWW to support women and communities during broader economic debates.

Perth The

Fragmented OCR Note Laments Missing Clarity

The readable fragments reference conferences, a professor, and a tale of confusion. Entities such as names and places are unclear, making concrete identification difficult. The text appears as garbled OCR with scattered phrases about meetings and an unknown subject.

Explosions at silos prompt war-time concerns

A report details repeated explosions damaging silos and storage facilities after a wartime series. Officials cite high tar and debris, with extensive losses and concerns about ongoing risks as authorities investigate the incidents and assess future measures.

Brisbane youths trapped by low pay and dead end jobs

A Brisbane survey notes youths face unskilled work with little hope of advancement. Parents demand better training, apprenticeships scarce, and many look for futures beyond harsh low wage labor in a city of limited opportunities.

U S Grain Prices Fall Amid Rising Living Costs

Across New York and Chicago readers see continued declines in U S grain prices while living costs edge higher. The chaotic OCR hints at market tension and diet cost concerns affecting farmers and consumers alike.

Migrants Shiploads Reported in Abbreviated Bulletin

Fragmented OCR notes mention two shiploads of migrants with dates around 1 PM and 1 child. It references an annular scheme, a 180 daily allowance, and a migration group. Asturian migrants are noted, with some returning to a prior location amid war concerns. Alan aboard about 280 members mentioned.

Weyer Aussrane

Prices Commissioner rules on bread price increase

A report from the Prices Commissioner discusses a proposed rise in bread prices affecting wholesale and retail trades. The document details the mid year adjustments, the intent to charge higher wholesale rates, and notes confusion around the decision and its timing.

Sioner Sathonaingne Priow Abe Anise Crum Werelarz

Parliamentary session opens amid wage and policy jeers

turbulent opening as opposition parties push for reforms in taxation and foreign policy while government supporters chant for unity. debate centers on 40 hour week, pay scales, and labour reforms. ministers vow to push legislation through parliament despite protests and delays.

Val Delors Terry Om Terence Sudan J. Halloway Yniingy Emeryet Bern Tm Kay Tauber Meray

Mystery of Minister in Private Affairs Halts Career

Fragmentary OCR reports a minister tangled in private affairs. The text mentions a sum of 1100 Commonwealth bons and a war era context. Details are unclear but imply scrutiny of a minister’s conduct and possible connections to others. Names and places are unreadable.

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