Labour promises fall short in Chifley policy speech
The piece critiques Chifley and Labour for vague production plans and failure to curb industrial stoppages. It contrasts Labour’s approach with Liberal and Country parties promising practical tax cuts and industrial reforms, arguing they deserve a chance to govern and implement concrete actions for coal and industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labour
Chifley
Inter
Australia
Mr. Chiffley
Fadden
Faton
Seasonal pumpkin prices and stock lot sales in Brisbane
Commercial Brisbane reports September 26 auction updates with pumpkins reaching high prices from 27 to 2022 and 28 shillings per unit. Several lots, including Swede furniture and Tweerye chat, were offered or passed in. Some stock items attracted bids around 41 to 61 shillings, with mixed results and many lots passed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Tacay
Champion titles decided at Brisbane tennis meet
September 26 in Brisbane saw the Queeter and close tennis championship conclude with Sten's singles champion H Skennar beating M Cameron 6 3. Liddle defeated Ham 16 2. Callaghan beat GD 0 8. Women's singles saw Mist Mile defeat Sus Cu aa, and Thor ee defeated D Bernese 2 0.
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Brisbane
Sten
Skennar
M Cameron
Liddle
L. Hamwinh
P Callaghan
Mist Mile
Sus
Meemafanid
Miss Thoree
Martin
Bernese
Normandie Sold for Scrap in New York
A damaged September report notes the Normandie, a famed ocean liner, sold for scrap in New York after a long voyage to the scrapyard. The document mentions a top bid and the vessel’s fate, with garbled OCR phrases surrounding the sale details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bujls
Frmix
Sas
Shipping movements and misreads at sea port
The report describes confused shipping movements and miscommunications at the port, with mention of agents signing documents and fuel and sugar supplies. It notes a Brisbane briefing yesterday and plans to meet in Culina Tuesday evening, with references to Cairns and Hartcrows in the broader general area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neriman
Euaer Tor Sytner
Spacity
Neal Amid Serra Carko
Aldine
Cams Crak
Iff
Brisbane
Culina
Lanves Catens
Espeho
Lave
Cairns
Fire near Balaclava leaves several horses endangered
A rugged Balaclava fire incident, compounded by darkness and broken terrain, endangered a group of horses and necessitated rapid response. Officials note the blaze could have worsened if not for crews and terrain limitations.
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Balaclava
Bremen
Corte
Balaclave
Syeran
Wwe
Executive Council Approves Expenditure and Appointments
The Executive Council yesterday sanctioned 1488 for Tepaka external painting to Burketown State School and approved the appointment of Mr Francia B Curley as Trustee of the racecourse reserve Georgetown. Ex servicemen and ex-service women lacking Calta Palette Fund aid are urged to apply by October 7 at the City Council Chamber Cairns.
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Tepaka
Burketown
Francia B Curley
Georgetown
Loute Secombe
Brisbane
Chevare Af Cairne
Calta Palette
Cairns
Mulgrave Shire
City Council Chamber i Cxiena
Tropical coast forecast from Brikiane Weather Bureau
The telegram from Wasshor Terecan reveals a state forecast showing isolated light showers along the tropical coast. Winds vary from south to south east along the coast with fresh gusts, especially in the southern districts. Coastal areas expect fine conditions inland with mild winds and scattered showers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasshor Terecan
Brikiane Weather Bureau
Roid
Troples
Fromis Hiefly
Hiblands
Saat Quarter
Hinds
Foréeas
Carpentaria
Peninsula
Fire crews battle grass blaze near Crown Hotel
Snowfall district reports grass fires at Innisfail area yesterday afternoon. A fire brigade responded to a call about 7 20. An engine and crew tackled flames near the Crown Hotel with limited damage. A swamp fire toward Mourdlywo produced a plume of smoke for miles with no homes endangered.
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Crown Hotel
Ania
Shire Watering Restrictions Relaxed by Council
Shire council announces watering restrictions due to supply concerns. Fixed hose use for gardens is banned. hand watering only allowed from 9 pm to 5 am with a permit for market gardens. Wasting water or breaching rules will lead to prosecution. residents urged to comply.
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Mugraveshire
Pam
Conniriers
Council
Sur Dens
Desmond Pitman’s Family Sent Thanks After Loss
A heartfelt personal note from Mo Lom to Desmond Pitman’s family expresses gratitude for support from his hospital carers and the loss of a son and brother. It mentions Barry W.G. Cook and the Hales crew, their gallantry, and the sorrowful memory of a life lived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Desmond Pitman
Ove
Ine
Dertor
Sire
Mureng Mosman Hospital
Dokrem
Faloe-Offoer
Barry WG
Cook
Hales
Stone
Hanover
Germany
Sten
UL Alwayn
Dather
Unclear Mission Text Fragment About Persons
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a mother and a person named Tyrendisconer or Stargaret Symons with a death reference around September 2, 946. The readable bits are garbled, providing few verifiable details or dates.
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Stargaret
Symons
Het Peter
Cairns Mulgrave Water Board Advances 4000 Loan
At a special Cairns Mulgrave Water Board meeting yesterday, Mr W C Grin was elected and the board agreed to borrow £4000 on the Lerma with conditions to obtain from the Treasury Depart ment a July 24 186 to pay for surveys, working plans and preliminary expenses for the Hana Creek Scheme.
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Cairns- Mulgrave Water Board
Wen
W. C Grin
Rtttehfagus
HA. Bruce
Hana Creek
Unclear OCR Fragment on City Gutters and Development
Fragmentary text references city gutter concerns and a development proposal. Mentions names like Fogerty, Armstrong, De dome, Wyer, and a government presentation. Contains garbled phrases about hotel nearby, foreshore, and public notice but lacks coherent events or outcomes.
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Eine
Riba Sellon
Guimeasland
Teriot
Sanders
Fogerty
Fr Amie
Lapd
Armstrong
Comines
Alent Dal
Wyer
Gh Saeed Arhae SB
de Developmant
Missing Youth Sought as Cement Shipments Delayed Amid Tide
In a Cairns style bulletin, authorities trace a missing youth linked to Malanda and an Atlantic of supply ships. A secretary reads Genalor Ashley’s letter urging regular Cabberre tna Ormaidon, while Deeds and Riordan’s drought relief dispute draw attention. Aerial Ambulance incident near Georgetown causes minimal damage with no injuries. Authorities plan future transport route reviews and demobilisation updates amid economic tightening.
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Rece
Dupain
Genalor Ashley
Respinee
Cabberre Tna Ormaidon
Malands
Aahley
Arimerya
Malanda
Krimerye
Arish
Tully
Cairns
Benatar
Murrummhidges
Meldrick
Cam Ha
Aerial Ambulance Plame
Sums Aerial Ambulance
Georgetown
E . B. Pir
QATS
Owen
Cairns Tentry
QATB
Ambu- Nancy
Nevigaston Giade
A. Grover
Porsayth
Armist
Tom McDonald
Calms
Dragon
Bye George
Ready for the Road in Two Sections
A rugged from the Adelaide market described venture shows a three section trailer and three-loner detailing WT parts and electrical setup. The voyage includes reconnaissance at Thursday and a Jeep addition to the purchase list. The overland drive from Cairoa spans about 90 tone, with 47 hours driving time and five miles per hour legs, stressing wet scan challenges and full control from motive paint.
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Adelaide
Shailer
Clemitheles
Thureday
Ray Parkers
Foot Entier
Cairoa
Capaumitien
System of Travel for Converted Army Trailers
Readable text describes converting army trucks into a two-section road train. Each section uses three units linked or uncoupled with U bolts and tow poles. Trailers carry Jeep, tyres, car parts, wheels, and hoses for braking. A specialized directional mechanism steers the train with driver control.
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Is Wast Em
Vel
Subdivision Notes and School Posts at State Institutions
A murky transcription lists division and subdivision names tied to state schools and post offices, with references to Cook County, Georgetown Court, Croydon, Crewe, and Douglas Rural School. It records administrative postings, postal offices, and geographical designations with unclear dates or actions, suggesting a bureaucratic notice about locality divisions.
Subdivision Notices and Town Hall Voting Reminder
A fragmented notice lists subdivision names Norinion Cour House Karumta Peet Omoe and Somerset Thurdad Leland Town Hall. It urges compulsory voting with unclear guidance and hints at statutory reminders from an executive council and local authorities.
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Norinion Cour House
Karumta Peet Omoe
Somerset Thurdad Leland Town Hall
TraIns blamed for fires at Malanda area
Malanda September report says a train derailed burning grass in a paddock as strong winds drove flames across about a mile of land. Fire spread near town with 50 men aiding, rails and paddocks damaged, residents fear more damage if roading, water and line clearance delays persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malanda
Ailsa
Fair Rent Cases In Court Overcharged Tenants
Eva Brewett faced 18 charges before the Fair Rents Board in the Court of Betty Seeaises. The court fined her after she pleaded guilty through Miss Lyons, who said Brewett refunded the overcharge to tenants and blamed an erroneous belief she could set rents after tenancy changes. The board found rental details fixed in February 148 with charges dated March 2, and the magistrate ruled the decision binding pending further application for rental determination.
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Fair Rents Board
Ware
Betty Seeaises
Aer
Eva Bada Prewett
My Lyons
Miss Brewett
Tuanerilie
Mir Hamiyn-Murts
Fraservilon
Seer Event In Sanitary District Sparks Curiosity
Local reports describe a mysterious appearance and unusual activity around a community plaza. Citizens discuss rumors of a traveling seer and a coded message tied to a botanical symbol, prompting inquiries from residents and ongoing watch by authorities.
Behan a Creek Water Scheme Survey Work Commenced
Survey work on Behan a Creek water scheme began with assessments of trunk main lines and pipe deterioration. A department inquiry sought details on main trenching, pipe quality, and tender calls for Cairns, while appointments to technical staff were discussed by committee.
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Cerry
Peeticn
Federation plans wage and hour changes at year end
The Federation proposes union applications for wage enactions and changes to regulations aligning with national security rules. Employers may claim refunds for a motion and similar steps, with plans to approach other employers’ organizations for a documented case to be submitted to the Prime Minister.
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Attac
Gould Vith
Rexul Ne Tot
Mae Salmseg Hut
Treasury
Tully Electric Supply Included in Region One
An order in council from Brisbane authorizes inclusion of Tully Electric Supply in the Cairns Regions electricity region. The move enables regional power distribution and funding arrangements, including a loan for a water pump and related equipment, with regulatory steps for setup.
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Tully Electric Supply
E-Council
Brisbane
Cairns
Gyron Negonttay Wuthering Rm Region
Biecwichty Board
Ett
Caled
Sean Ardor
Air Speed Record Confusion Amid Crashed Text
Fragmented OCR notes describe a world speed record attempt with air speed mentions and names such as Duke and Widgon, but the record details are garbled and partially unreadable. The passage references averages and incidents including a rudder issue and unclear participant roles.
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Condom
Serembey Dar Supnin
Dealdana
Beesle
Revtarday
Apt
Wauseon
Tia
Ce Widgon
Australian election mood seen in rural talks and leaders
An excerpt notes how rural voters shape campaigns with direct talk as Prime Minister Chifley and Opposition Leader Menzies meet ordinary Australians. The piece describes the atmosphere days before the poll, highlighting public sentiment, economic concerns, and war memories influencing voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
4. B. Chifley
RG. Menzies
Menzies
Chifley
Mabasake la
Meg
Important Politics Loom for New Federal Government
A fragment outlines the impending formation of the new Federal Government and the 18th Parliament. It notes the Duke of Gloucester as the Governor General designate and discusses choosing a wartime-era Governor General, with December acts referenced and potential complications before Christmas.
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Federsl
Chrisme
Polensti
Duke of Gloucester
United Kingdom
Fragmented OCR political rants reveal restless campaigns
The readable fragments describe a tense political scene with candidates visiting electorates, delivering partisan oratory, and aligning with party figures. Mentions of a Second Honaymeen and Manaiew suggest local power struggles, while references to West Point and various names imply contested elections and shifting loyalties.
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Mr. Chifley
M Aney
Courageems
Meishane
Normandif
Iovi
Surth Geeesse
OAET
Totaote Preerentiana
Isbactn Fm
Aume Tehuin
Celeste Luparo
Lupano
W. Flee
Towrarile
J. “Hamlyn-Harris
T. Govarevick Sal Mxe
Beleppesced Fox
Railwate
Bram Caircay
EK. McSuinness
Flugband
Wtalla
BAAS
Townsville
Commonwealth
RAAF
Air Sea Rescue
Wold
Calne Harbour
Jnior Chamber of Commercy
Itr Topury
Chambers of Commerce
Farsae
Peicen
W. E McKenna
Rerahwr Charles Erlick
Igtatine Fear Beem
Selcan
Restos
Mellick
Samenut
Roy
Bennett
Sammut Mus
Thale
Graecx
Benes
Cairne Pubite
Bouba
Lew
Tellng
Wathonville Main
Aneetaiinn
Mulgrars
System OF Travel
Gordon
Kennedy Division
Tama Centra
Senool Sime Ditech Aspita
Binte
Benoot Arma Pi Meat Lisle Dite
Yainler State School
State School
Chillagoe
Jhidange, Syste Senos Uma ‘Des Stave School
Post Ofc
Tng Ve State
Ane Melaence
Post
Ora Post Ofane
Suspivision
Reacyie
Yeatmary
Shipton Fist Post Simnmision OF
Croydon
Croysem Court Faure
Douglas
Fommas Rural School
Crewe
Sencot
Ricky Point
Georaetors
Georgetown Court
Gonponvale
Nonmanton
Ham
Malanda District
Feyel Arce Gtaniom
Behana
Senl Io
Department of Local
Department
Mir
L. J
Barnes
McManva
Donaldson Faile
Nowrd Agatic Chipriae
Mears
Ak Courmnes
MY ‘Yfilawse
Ee Ira
Tapoy Warriea
Eid
Bete
Dawe Lyons
Bhloe
Gaelares
Giron
Chifey
Men
Wes
Brifliaiyy
Beth Oeal
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