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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1951
Page
3
Fragmentary report blends sugar stock dangers at Leven with court notices from Edmonton. It mentions a labourer charged at the Court of Petty for a September 2 incident and provides scattered figures on cane crushes and production.
fragmented OCR text shows references to a gaming charge at Cot Cot and a court proceeding. it mentions people such as Tucker and Bay and a saturday event, with unclear details about fees, delays, and a hearing. the readable elements suggest a legal or disciplinary matter tied to local gaming or gambling charges.
A weather bulletin notes night warnings from the Weather Bureau and a severe storm path with showers and northwesterly winds. A timber fall near Mulag Milind injures a child, who is transported by ambulance to hospital. officials and responders are listed, with care details and follow up actions.
A partial readable local notice indicates electricity supply may be altered on Thursday with details limited by damaged text. Officials or utilities referenced in the fragment remain unclear due to corruption, but the potential change could affect nearby residents and businesses.
Relatives and friends mourn at a funeral service for Marty Heatter. The service will be held at 430 Loch Street with arrangements conducted by local undertaker firms. The notice lists surviving family members and expresses condolences to the bereaved.
Funeral services for John Bhuirtierey, formerly of Came Welted, husband of Row, will be held at Tone Cemetery on Septeestre. ALEX GOW, FUNERAL DIRECTUH.
A garbled notice references individuals Wirh names like Wennixa Wennix and Henderson and mentions September a date and a sharing event. The fragment hints at a social or legal notice with multiple named persons and a suggested partnership or arrangement.
An oblique notice notes a bereavement and family condolences for the loss of a relative with references to friends and coworkers. It mentions Mrs Angie Smiddonald and Irena Att Teintigee and requests sympathy for attendees and associates amid the mournful period.
Fragments memorialize George Alareme Campin and others, noting September passings and family names like George Clarence Cag and Dorothon Helene Maal. A bridge collapse, a cat incident, and local notices mention a constable, Mrs. Hat, and community memories, with mournful remembrances across families.
Weather across the Darling District shows generally unsettled and light to moderate rainfall with recorded highs around 68 to 72 degrees and scattered totals near 0.5 inches in some towns. An aerial ambulance mission yesterday carried a patient from Georgetown to Calene Base Hospital, departing Cairns at 7:40 am and arriving after 3 hours 25 minutes, covering 354 miles.
Fire brigade records show numerous fires in the Cairns region during a September period. Reports list several sources including brush fires and vehicle malfunctions. Fire chiefs and local crews, such as Murchison and O'Cormor, coordinated responses while authorities traced origins and assessed damage to the Machans Beach district promising service restoral and further investigation.
Queensland report shows provincial cities and towns built 1298 homes in June to 8 in Brisbane. Value of these homes was 1,907,560 pounds. 1949-50 outlook favors provincial areas as Brisbane dwelling numbers lag behind. Construction boomed since the war with steady increases and a 3 percent annual uplift in timber and fibre cement houses. No clear acceleration after wage hikes is noted.
A farmer from Huth Tate Mmiped died after a running bush line down the farm path. His wife, Mrs Hl Jon, was injured and taken to Mottavugh Geode Hospital. The incident occurred near the road, and emergency responders could not revive him. Police are investigating. Local residents mourn the loss.
In September at a town near Milhard Melo a man named Milica Arcidese ny Smith, age 17, faced charges while a female worker sustained injuries. The report notes a hospital admission and an ongoing investigation led by local authorities.
Minister pledges investigation after substantiated claims by Queensland grocers that local profit margins are too small. Power notes government would support price control transfer to Canberra if evidence shows wholesalers ship goods across borders at low rentals and resell at higher prices.
Mr. Raymond urged the Minister to inform the Government grocers were nearly at the end of their tether over service to the public. He said it cost too much to deliver a grocer’s order and margins had held for two to three years. He asked the Prices Commissioner to reconsider a percentage basis for margins.
A quoted city official criticizes local stores for selective pricing and missing value indicators such as sugar and potatoes. The Prices Branch a guide to set margins. officials hope to avoid direct government intervention, noting a case must be heard.
Lacey 31, of Muirhead Street, Mup waiow, charged with obscene language in a public place and resisting arrest. He pleaded guilty to both counts. Constable De Bell testified arrest followed objectionable language. Lacey resisted, throwing himself to the ground. He was fined and imprisoned in default. Local Harbour Board Police attended.
A Melbourne commerce professor warned that bargain prices would act as a bloodletting on excess spending. He noted expectations of surging production and inflationary pressure if consumer demand spikes while goods and waste rise. The lecturer spoke at Wood Street on the junior chamber of commerce program.
In Melbourne a wool sale report shows uncertain prices with overseas demand noted. The fragment mentions Cromane sine and major ute, with unclear details on top prices and opening bids. The text is garbled, listing Melbourne and September without clear outcomes or entities.
In London Sept 14 a senior Australian trade delegation led by acting Premier iM. V2 C Gerroy Terter faced disappointment over Mr White's selection. Delegates insisted the decision would not derail discussions as sugar industry officials and government reps push for a workable arrangement with Queensland figures and the Department of Trade and Customs.
Fragmented text shows factions jeering at labor opponents and a tense contest within a union dominated scene. Mentions Melbourne, red Federation, transit unions, and a vote with party leaders mobilizing.
Fragmented notes mention meetings with Stalin and Landon, a Scarborough gathering, and figures like Mr Oliver Stanley and Mr Bioney. The text hints at leadership efforts, safety concerns, and potential discussions about positions or actions to address a national matter.
British forces issued a report from Dept 23 AA noting a general foe Willem ln described Bellah Arms as at a critical stage. The piece mentions armoured divisions and a tense atmosphere during maneuvers with phrases indicating vigilance and readiness amid ongoing operations.
The Royal Commission hears testimony about a licensed hotel partnership involving Harvey and Parker. Harvey admits borrowing money from his mother and registering assets. defense notes he stayed at the hotel and failed to secure full partnership separation. Witnesses discuss the brewery covenant and ownership of the Gledwont Hotel in Bankstown.
An Australian court case concerns a Brisbane metal works firm accused of forcing overtime limits as workers left the company. Justice ruled an employer may require overtime within industry needs, dismissing a complaint by the Boilermakers Society. The matter involved alleged blacklist tactics and disruption to employees deemed to be leaving, with proceedings adjourned to October 18.
The Federal Council of Churches in Canberra urged the Commonwealth Government to establish proper migrant labor schemes. Albert Street Netherdho Church spokesman Wheller argued cooperation with other churches would aid migrants, while the conference urged careful screening and urged reform of wartime laws across the Commonwealth.
A fragmented text outlines a proposed Pacific pact amid regional security discussions. Officials reference agreements aimed at protecting trade routes and fostering collaborative defense, with emphasis on mutual benefits and coordinated responses to potential threats.
The United States announces considerable improvement expected in Indo China crisis. Officials say aid terms for the Indochina conflict will be clarified in a formal statement by Abe Bale and the Detente Departments. The move follows tensions with French Union forces and rapid diplomatic talks between American and French authorities.
Queensland officials report a Ministry delegation pressed for a government subsidy to bolster poultry farmers amid rising costs and lower egg exports. A deputation sought an interview with Mr Gair. the matter was referred to the Agriculture Minister for consideration. Apr 1930s timing reflected ongoing industry distress and price pressures.
A Brisbane report notes a delegation from the dairying industry will meet with Mr Gair to press for policies favorable to dairy producers. The meeting aims to secure firm pledges on prices and industry support, with plans to present resolutions at a forthcoming conference. Leaders include representatives from the Queensland Cheese Manufacturers Association and the Dairymen’s Organization, plus the RDC vice president Mr Masten.
An unusual parade of military trainees from Wacol RLAAP Asters and Alstrelian Regular Army units will march through Brisbane streets in October. The event is staged as a pipe-opener for a forthcoming big military tattoo at Stone. Wounds report minor injuries.
Shipping notices detail cargo movements through Cairns in October, listing freight like general cargo, timber, sugar, and sugar products. Vessels transport goods from Calera, Calvas, and other ports, with mentions of from Mebane and via Gore routes. Dates are unclear but indicate late autumn and upcoming voyages, including vessels bound for the United Kingdom and other destinations.
A public service session discussed the expanding social services in Australia and the government’s role. Delegates and unions debated standards of efficiency, with overwhelming opposition to a proposed carriage referendum and calls for stronger public service commitments across states.
In a heated exchange unions press for a ban on new enotes amid talks with AF UIA and AL. The plan cites safety and heat concerns as engine drivers and railway workers resist changes and demand collective action. Weather by June forecast discussed, with potential impacts on operations.
The deteriorated text references budget rulings and allotments in a December governance context. It mentions levies, budget for 90 per pens pollen, an executive rare ve will only roll er about 80 per ral evalu, and a shift toward valuation by Merrebe allotment Archise. It also notes allotment figures from £29 19 to £180 and land Ten. from the year to £4 10 with five times and a night race reference.
Bribbane on September 24 saw Bory quality prime Roma street stock offered at 85 and 140 per unit with clearances around 7 10 and Latle interest noted for some items. Apritae Kieem da 10 and hot abea were reported, while ER bat and other lots were pared down. Literne hay and Hupbiy cleared, with price movement from 118 to 1. At TR a Tuirtel Oliver Tote sale passed in at IT and IT.
Fragmentary text refers to a plan or proposal involving Ocean Bound City and Macrat Colacs. Mentions Mackay and Veinpreny, with unclear references to people, places, and dates. The readable portion suggests a reserved room and living arrangements in a Mint area near Nerepind, but specifics are not clear.
The readable fragments reference jury selection and a courtroom or legal process. Names and clear facts are absent, leaving an unclear outline of proceedings or systems. The item reads as garbled OCR with scattered legal terms and no concrete actions or outcomes.
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