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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1947
Page
3
Max Schmeling, former world heavyweight champion, defeats Werner Vollmer in the seventh round when the referee stops the bout. Vollmer had a 14 win, 1 loss knockout record heading into the fight, while Schmeling aimed to launch a comeback in Frankfurt.
Result of games dated Wednesday September 2 lists participants Mexdamnes arty Matthews Heyp Collis Mocamas. Upcoming games to be played on October 1 include Championship singles Pultntavale Mend FNQDLEA with Molin noted for the event. A committee meeting on Thursday October 3 at 7 pan.
Trackman reports Cairns Cycle Club held Sunday races in morning and afternoon crowds witnessed Ivankovich win the seniors event for the second time, with Tennkevich second and L Riddell third. Junior and minor races featured G Carne and J OFlaherty posting top results, with further riders named and standings listed. semina tions for next Sunday are set for Tuesday at 8 pm at W Toulger’s cycle works.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a William Marley Teo A of Ometerin associated with Carma plans professional work. It mentions Thursday October 2 and consultation at a hotel front street EX ERAGE Hotel.
Citizens in the Innisfail district oppose federal plans to nationalise banks. Speaker G Hudson chaired a discussion where J J McDonald and others warned against state control, arguing it would threaten liberty and lead to totalitarianism. They urged a referendum and pledged to inform the Prime Minister of the district’s stance.
Fragmentary text discusses dire economic conditions in Australia during a downturn. It references government debt, banking limits, public mood, and a push to curb inflation while margins tighten for consumers and manufacturers amid a heavy monetary strain.
Kramer edged Ted Behroedar 10-8 to win the doubles championship at the West Tournament in Los Angeles. He teamed with Frank Parser and Franetce Berure for a four hour title bout, fighting a long, hard match with 74 and 0-3 scores noted in the report.
Ben Hogan won the 38-hole international winner-take-all golf event in Chicago. He finished two under par on a two-round 138 plus 136 for a total 274. He topped South African player Gary Player by three strokes, earning 2000 dollars appearance money and a 1000 dollars prize, with Mangrum and Simms Demeret tied for third at 158.
Fragmented report from Canberra describes irregularities at disposal sales with accusations of theft, misallocation, and a possible ring involving a single buyer profiting from large sums. Discussion centers on Royal Commission actions and calls for investigation as Parliament prepares to reconvene.
A diplomatic correspondent reports from Budapest that Be ni Kovn es, former secretary general of the Hungarian government, died in a military prison on September 16 after being arrested by the Russians as part of an alleged anti state plot. The event marks a controversial turning point in theNegy administration with ongoing questions about charges and circumstances.
Fragmented OCR text captures a heated exchange over proposed nationalisation of banks. Speakers including J J McDonald and Chifley criticize rapid moves, warn of economic harm, and defend individual liberty. References to American and Australian political context hint at broader ideological struggle amid economic distress.
An advertisement touts Super QID, a spray claimed to kill pests and provide months of protection. It promises room spray in dist ing rooms and other areas, claiming lingering effects and removal of pests with ongoing action. Stocks of Super GED, the new Wander Fit-Spray, are said to have arrived in Cairns.
George Petermen reports Jack Hayes won the Far Northern Singles Championship defeating Alt Khe Cairns with set scores 2 6, 0 3, 6 1. The event included multiple tennis categories such as doubles, ladies doubles, mixed doubles, and junior events with players Mawdaley, Dean, Bacon, and others noted in various finals results. Comprehensive results across divisions show numerous matches and champions in a busy championship program.
The Cairns Rowing Club details aims to send a senior crew to the Olympic event, noting training, timing, and course familiarity. They appeal for funds and public backing from Maryborough to cover travel and competition expenses, with emphasis on securing a spot and sharing progress with supporters.
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