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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 22, 1951
Page
5
Amid uncertain health reports on King George, officials weigh whether to proceed with a royal visit to Australia and New Zealand. Proposals discuss delaying the tour to avoid jeopardizing the king's recovery while recalling pleas for unity across dominions and potential royal representation.
Fragmentary OCR text lists places people and markets with scattered items. It mentions Susste Sand and Myrtle city alongside vague references to vendors and meats. The snippet reads like a local commerce roundup with broken names and partial phrases.
Fragmented report references Cairne Sik Wing Areas and Ballenden Barich with roads, airmail activity, and a railway line at Bellen. Mentions Unters Belfalion Hiutie meeting on September 22, with members attending and rites at Paap beobatin. Also cites local figures and scattered events, with unclear dates and mixed names.
A fragmented OCR item notes price details for Tet and related measures, highlighting rising costs and ensuing market concern. Names, dates, and locations are unreadable. the observable focus is price levels and potential economic impact.
The Australian Dairy Equalisation Committee warns that if butter prices rise, dairy producers may withhold supplies or switch to other products. Chairman T Bo Bignhetts notes Queensland and NSW price supports differ from other states, risking a scheme jeopardy without a revenue reply from McGall. The dairy industry conference weighs possible actions to curb instability.
Fragmented memory lines honor departed loved ones and family. Names appear as Rainey, Vivian, Jule, Candy, and others with tributes noting friendship, guidance, and enduring affection. The text memorializes multiple individuals with dates in September 1960 and references to mourners and family roles.
Blood donors at the Amoi lance centre, Gration tvegt on diniaag next September 2. The Rainiall chart at Cairnsust Office records rain on every day to September 1 totaling 412 points, with forecasts of high temperatures and drying trends. Referendum counting sites installed at multiple towns with results expected tonight and Sunday. officials note turnout and possible delays.
The State String Quartet gave a rare Cairns recital under the Board of Adult Education, performing Schubert and Beethoven with vigor. The ensemble, based in Brisbane and touring Queensland schools, praised for breaking classical mold, drew an appreciative crowd and plans further town recitals.
At a mass meeting in Brisbane poultry farmers from Tooanba and Warwick urged government assistance for the industry amid rising grain and feed costs. They called for a royal commission and resistance measures to curb wheat imports from Australia, warning it may become impossible to continue.
Australian delegates debate wheats and land sales amid calls to ship South Australian wheat to Queensland. Queensland Governor and Senator Maclay referenced. A large shipment plan and pricing at about 14 shillings per bushel highlighted the session.
A Public Service Appeal Board upheld a dispute at Brisbane mental hospital over nurse appointments and conduct. Miss Henrietta Mayaret Mary Collins and Miss Gladys Vietwire faced cross examination as the board reviewed allegations of patient handling and restraint with a period of reform and fines discussed.
Fragmented OCR note details shipments from Sydney to Cairns and Europe, with references to Melbourne, London, Hamburg, and Canada. Mentions cargo and passenger movements, ocean routes, ports like Cairns and Liverpool, and upcoming departures and arrivals in October and December.
Melbourne reports show two petitions seeking the Industrial Arbitration Court to order a secret ballot for officers of the Federated Ironworkers Association in Sydney and the Victor branch. The requests claim substantial membership support to wrest control from the Communist faction. Mr Taylor did not disclose details, citing confidentiality.
Fragmented dispatch from Sydney recounts a political analyst’s remarks on a vanished middle aged woman, details a crash at a party, and notes a court hearing about compensation and laborer injuries. Unclear phrases reference a September incident, a prison laborer, and payments totaling 14350, with referents to authorities and locations.
A historical notice reports a coal tribunal ruling imposing penalties for stoppages at work. The record mentions Mr Gillagher, long service, and a directive affecting ordinary works without employer permission. The document cites dates, procedural notes, and industry impact on pay and stability.
In a Police Court hearing Detective William Patrick Ostrae said he felt insulted when Warnid James Piercey faced an insult charge at the Daniell Bowes private bar. Piercey, a painter and docker, reportedly claimed he did not drink the likes of Ostrae and told the officer to choose better comment.
Rain making operations aim to relieve drought as a team of scientists and two aircraft stand by at Broken Hill. A 4 year lapse since prior attempts ends with pellets of ary ce to be used under director Caro. Professor McCarthy of Adelaide previously failed in 1803 rain attempts.
Crown Log Timber prices rose per the government Gazette noting increased costs for Crown timber products. Walter Bitree and others referenced in government notices discuss uniform rates and labor considerations across timber districts. The entry cites wartime or postwar price controls and departmental expectations for compliance by suppliers and buyers.
In a tense matchup, Quakvilee edged Fran Meedh with a late surge to secure the win. Kermerns and Vanerith led the charge as North Sprenilender style play clashed with resilient defense. The contest featured punches and pushbacks, ending with a narrow margin and a decisive finish.
An accident involving a motor car and a bicycle occurred near Coat Command poleet tm ia te. The rider sustained injuries and was conveyed to a nearby facility. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate a crash with a vehicle colliding into a tree and resulting in medical attention.
The article summarizes a heated discussion on a referendum related to government and national party issues. It notes arguments about communism and the need for constitutional protections, with speakers stressing patriotic duty and political safeguards. The text reflects tensions in policy framing and public voting considerations.
Real estate activity in Sydney shows a downturn as 27 properties offered at auction failed to meet reserve prices. Agents report buyers unable to secure funding under tight credit, with many sales prospects evaporating amid weak demand and restrictive lending.
A monthly meeting of the manufacturing Chamber of Commerce Inst. discussed transferring a letter to the Commissioner for Mailways through Umworth. McKay moved that Parradice, the relieving station master, be considered eligible for the permanent post. The Chamber’s record appears misclassified.
Fragmented OCR recounts a naval scene with Belmorpe Cepia and Barwin aircraft, refueling amid fog and danger. Mentions Captain Green, Darwin, Wedgedalende, Benthorp, Wrassl Island, and a rescue or sinking context as ships maneuver near shelter and deep water.
Brisbane forecast notes few scattered showers with high temperatures and heatwave potential. Northeast winds along the coast ease, with inland heat lingering. a shallow trough and nearby fronts bring variable but mild conditions for the weekend.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a fatal incident in Brazil with references to a treaty, an emergency or supreme authority, and multiple injured people. Readable items mention vehicles, locations on a street, and a figure suggesting casualties and damage but unclear specifics due to garbled text.
Fragmented text presents a lawyer diary style puzzle about Porietie and rope errors. It names Ben Sopa Bish and Al eanders Shrop with scattered quotes and unclear events. The fragment hints a discussion of public policy, judiciary principles, and possible penalties or allowances.
Fragmentary OCR text shows stray phrases about promises, money, debt, and family, with scattered names and places. Content appears disjointed, containing references to a wife, creditors, property, and police, but lacks coherent narrative or identifiable event.
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