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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 01, 1910
Page
2
A garbled market snippet lists item prices 2/0 and S/ as well as a mention of various goods. The readable portion hints at a sale or retail listing with rough terms and a time reference but lacks clear names or locations.
Mr J G Hoare reports Sandra cooking and eating apples and pears grapes all arriving in top condition. The shipment reached the destination in good order and incited interest among buyers.
A private wire from Geraldton reports the death of Thomas Meary Hobbs by a revolver shot, believed to be related to personal safety. Hobbs was employed by Howard Smith Co. Ltd.
The Home Secretary and Minister for Mines Hem J. G. Appel officially opened the Wungmburra section of the Tolgs lime yesterday. He will be in Chillagee ik day and 12 Cairns tomorrow evening.
The Monthly revenue for March shows £126 13s 0d collected by the Caltes Lend Agent, compared with £900 14s 8d for the previous year. A plan is under way to light the Chillagoe caves by electricity and install a caretaker. The Chillagoe Company has voted £50 as a first instrument, with efforts to beautify the caves ongoing.
The New Zealand Insurance Company presents its annual report and balance sheet. The document highlights strong operations and steady founders under Mr H Wiles. It notes growth aims and diligent management toward extending the company’s enterprise and capabilities.
The report notes fines and market improvements pleasing shareholders. An overdraft issue followed, affecting dividends periodically. Mr Werterays, the acting manager, leads the team amid unclear circumstances.
A fragment from a 19th century ad shows a seasonal fabric sale with prices for striped and solid textiles. Items include 32 inch multi color striped fabrics, 42 inch all wool cloth in various prices, and French broadcloth at 31 inch width. Also listed are cotton widths and ladies wear fabrics with varied pricing.
The arrival was greeted publicly by Mayor Ald. Thorpe. Beyberteen was elected Deputy Grand Master for the coming term, and G.M. Wesales of Charters Towers noted that the event would be held at the Grand Council.
In London the House of Commons discusses Lords reform with focus on a second chamber. Debates cover hereditary powers, veto limits, and the balance with a democratic element, amid calls to preserve parliamentary safeguards.
Held over. A brief report notes Tat ht Cairns Se tests continue with further details expected. The fragment indicates ongoing coverage of a local topic with limited readable names and places.
The Aldenham is due at Mosday anchorage en route to the East. The vessel will not call at Thursday Island or Port Lurwin.
Beland's unveils deep discounts to clear stock with a wide range of garments and accessories. Featured items include ladies embroideries and veiling blouses, nude and pink chemises, lace trim handkerchiefs, hair nets, veils, and men’s and boys’ coats and boots offered at special sale prices.
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