22 Sep 1951
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 22, 1951
Page
1
Canberra reports indicate the Commonwealth Government plans to repeal the 20 per cent wool deduction, with no renewal of the woollen goods subsidy. Last financial year the measure raised £109 million for the government and aided wool growers, while sparking coalition tensions.
A British railway catastrophe at London and surrounding lines causes many fatalities and injuries. Reports describe derailments and pileups, with trains and embankments disrupted, and relief efforts organized by authorities and medical staff. Emergency scenes unfold at wrecked yards and stations as responders aid victims and assess damage.
A garbled report describes Persian seizure actions involving small vessels and authorities. The text mentions Persian officials and potential maritime actions, but the details areIncomplete, with fragmented names and places.
Rain and low clouds dampened events near Melbourne as the BMOW meeting faced cancellations. Cloudy conditions halted activities at the Melbourne site, with limited flights and a postponed Jubilee gathering.
The New York Times reports Nevada tests will involve lightweight atomic bombs with effects surpassing earlier devices. Military planners envision aircraft delivery by jet-powered bombers and specialized planes, expanding tactical uses and prompting shifts from technical to battlefield considerations.
A fragmentary report describes a Russian schoolgirl detained on arrival in Sydney Melbourne on September 2 16 and mentions related people and disputes. The text references alleged connections to China and Manchuria and notes visa and vendor applications for artists.
A Tokyo dispatch reports the Liberal Party rejects territorial claims on the Kuriles as negotiated policy shifts. The piece notes internal party lines and the dispute over whether the islands are Japanese territory, with statements from leaders and ongoing diplomacy.
Fragmentary text references seaboard needs, ports, and a Mr Henry Barten with talk of British ports and Queen and state interests. Mentions Queensland resources and potential smarmenia, with vague plans for evolution and maintaining pace with development.
The Stock Exchange boomed after talk of a Conservative win. Sentiment grew as markets priced in benefits from Labour’s defeat and possible fiscal tightening. Traders anticipated a shift as Labour’s strategy faced internal strains and the prime minister led, with rivals debating timing and impact.
London Sept 20 The Daily Telegraph notes the Japan China trade agreement could curb Japanese competition against Lancashire mills and ease a flood of cheap imports. British Chambers of Commerce and Lord Mancroft warn Britain must match commercial and military moves to contest Japan.
An incident involving Gromyko aboard a liner near Lodon is described. Alarm bells sounded as a guard fired warnings during a tense episode. The intruder attempted to breach a room, and authorities later reported doors were locked and the scene calmed without further injury.
A teenager named Kewn Moan, 20, escaped death after a shock incident near Beiabene when a truck struck by train and an oncoming vehicle caused a dangerous derailment. Police reported a witness saw the event as the server’s car halted, with the scene unfolding at Yerong. A reward of £8000 was mentioned in relation to the incident.
Local brief notes a weather or court event with unclear names and dates. Readable fragments mention an action by ORASTERS and BYURRANE with possible local authority involvement and a late or recent timeline.
Brisbane September 21 The State Government may break the meat price desillock by entering the wholesale meat trade at the Brisbane abattoir Acting Premier V C Gair hinted today the government has examined buying and killing cattle and selling meat to retail butchers Much depends on a mass meeting of butchers on Monday to decide whether to reopen their shops If butchers refuse to carry on the government will consider this action Gair said that everything possible would be done to supply customers if wholesalers meat becomes available at the abattoir.
The Meat and Allied Trades Federation secretary said retail prices should rise to cover costs, and warned a rigid price fix may curb profits. In Cairns, home butchers reported little panic buying, while sellers noted higher costs and ongoing debate over margins and wholesale pricing as a new week approached.
A young man in Charleville faced gun threat incidents before killing himself. Police and constables responded as reports described a melee at a station and a rifle being pointed at officers. The scene involved turbulent crowds, with casualties and damage noted in Rockhampton and surrounding districts.
Brisbane reports the annual convention of He Quemdand Covers and Retail Traier association where Mr WW Bermore II notes rising prices burdening retailers and consumers. Mr Raymond claims new measures have been repeatedly introduced nationwide, urging action on cost of living and price control amid protests from local shopkeepers.
Sydney figures discuss a final appeal linked to Dr Evatt amid political strains over the Austewling La and ACTH issues. The dialogue references government probes and constitutional matters as Randwick and Port of Brisbane are noted in the context of a broader civic dispute.
Fragmentary OCR shows a Brazilian state in revolt with references to Governor Eupenig Ga Barro of Maranon and armed farmers. Mention of San Lute capital, Mealmundo Banos fever, and unrest across villages hints at a regional uprising and government actions, but details are unclear.
A statutory grant is set to raise Brisbane’s annual meeting under the Australian society’s Brisbane division. The move aims to strengthen the organization’s presence and activity in Queensland’s capital. The details outline funding and expected outcomes for the year’s program.
The North Atlantic Council announced a complete agreement on key defence plans. It endorses rearmament and defence build up across Western Europe, Greece and Turkey, with a focus on stabilizing economies and financing airfields and communications. The council plans a Rome meeting in November to finalize steps.
AAP wires report on Sept 20 describes European political efforts led by France and the French Parliament to create a European political organization. The article notes French resistance and shifts toward unity, with leaders stressing continuity of existing governance and a common European approach amid diverging interests.
A fragmentary report describes widespread storms and a forest service operation named Nes Terrific, with mentions of fires and explosions. It notes two thousand acres affected and warnings about heavy winds, thunderstorms, and satellite observations.
Washington reports President Truman told Senate members that the tax increase plan would fall short of budget goals. He argued the federal government can adjust programs to meet finances and hinted at broader regime shifts.
President Truman said the United States now relies more on force than diplomacy in dealings with the Soviet Union, noting UN efforts to resolve disputes without force but deeming them impossible. He declined to say whether future Soviet agreements would be pursued, citing recent statements about Russian deals.
The President urged the United States to seek agreements with the Soviet Union and Nato allies, arguing diplomacy should replace force. He said the United States must await final steps, noting recent atomic developments and a perceived loss of initiative by the Soviet Union. The White House emphasized continued diplomacy and alliance cooperation.
A New York report describes Governor Thomas E. Dewey proposing a comprehensive Pacific security pact. The plan envisions cooperation among nations from Savan to Australia to safeguard ocean routes and counter revolutionary threats.
Fragmented OCR hints at Allied armour entering major assault near Tokyo with references to air and ground operations, large scale machinery, and multiple fronts. Details are garbled but indicate a significant push against Japanese positions during a broad offensive.
Sept 21 report notes wage increases for oil field workers and store employees. Mentions Mackay and local towns, with details on proposed pay rises and affected departments.
Fragmented report notes French and American leaders arguing over the Indochina war. Critics warn of broader Asian destabilization if rebellion in Tonkin and other fronts escalates, while France defends its campaign and aid costs exceed 1000 million dollars yearly.
Fragmentary OCR text indicates a former sergeant of police in Rockhampton involved in a case. It mentions a year of service, names such as Rovira, and alleged illegal liquor activity. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but the report centers on a former police official linked to liquor violations and a city matter.
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