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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1942
Page
6
A brief notice from Albion Park listings features the maiden three year old event. Details are sparse but indicate racing at The Turf with Amisean and Seotesie Mee associated with the Albion Peck contest scheduled for Saturday.
A severe fire ripped through a main hall in Alexandria early this morning, causing extensive damage to the building. Police and investigators from the fire and correction departments were on the scene as the blaze was brought under control. the manager and several witnesses reported all lights went out and crews found the premises locked before the fire began. The incident disrupted local activities and prompted an immediate safety review.
In September 22 report from ARISBANE describes Anetor earning Pron award 125 in the First Division. Rendicap of ste and fortunes to be runs at Albion Park noted in the phase.
The seed committee plans to make Australia independent of imports, outlining steps toward domestic cultivation and supply self sufficiency.
An itemized report from Mossman notes social events and fund activities. It records the Patriotic Society tale, shire chairman remarks on funds and support, and community gatherings with addresses, sundry speakers, and volunteers. The piece mentions a Friday evening event, a wedding reception, and local servicemen's farewell and supper, with names of organizers and attendees.
A lengthy OCR fragment describes a tennis event with many players and scores. Names such as Mr Crimmins and Mrs Wright appear, with references to Grimes, Grimema, and a 208 date. The text mentions competition details, rounds, and a forthcoming Saturday afternoon schedule, including a draw and committee meeting notes from Mr Woodwards office.
September 2 report from Mareeba details local events and performances including Mrs D. Palle, the choir and musicians, with remarks on Mareeba District Hospital activities. The piece notes Sister Geoffrey and fresh hospital duties, plus holiday enjoyment and community gatherings.
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A farewell was held at the Public Hall on Monday night September 14 for Private Jack Campbell with music by Wallace's Orchestra and performances by Miss Bowman and Miss Blazes extras. Speeches by J MegCarthy and P Byrne followed as parcels of comforts were gifted by CWA and Younger Set volunteers. Proceeds supported Chillagoe Hospital as a lively crowd enjoyed a well attended event with ice cream and drinks supervised by Mes Lunn and helpers.
The Official Receiver argued that the bankrupt should be given more time to satisfy diet owed, claiming additional time could yield the necessary funds and documents. The registrar was urged to confer with the submitter and issue an order.
Thousands of vacancies exist in the Air Force for technical trainees inviting youths with no prior skills to gain technical knowledge while serving the country. Militia call-ups offer related service opportunities as ground staff. accepted applicants would be posted to a technical training school after testing.
September 22 officials in Queensland announce vacancies caused by vend. pion of MES. Eric Keehn private secretary to Minister for Agriculture Fy W Bulcock will fill positions on the Queensland Emergency Supplies Committee and the Queensland Communities Control Committee. Marer to chair both committees. Premier Caspery says Keanes advised G'S Roar secretary of the Queensland Decal Commission opposed assistant rate for rationing Queensland.
Survivors from two ships were landed at an east coast port. Six sailors died soon after the sinking while four days in a lifeboat, twenty seven perished, and ten survived. The report notes Atlantic sinkings excluding the Northern Atlantic total remains high. Fearl Harbour referenced.
German officials press Turkey for more chrome supplies under the Treasor pact. Ankara is urged to deliver resources only after arrivals in Turkish territory, matching the German requisition.
Fragmented OCR text reports executions and killings involving French soldiers, German forces, and allied observers. It mentions London reporting September events and references political figures, military actions, and possible prisoner fatalities.
Fragmented OCR text shows mentions of A W Coles independent deputy aligning with a Cove faction and cabinet turmoil. The garbled lines reference possible resignations, discussions of ministers and policy, and confrontations within government, with unclear dates or locations beyond Canberra.
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