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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 02, 1928

Page

7

Arrivals and Departures at Australian Ports Report

A detailed scan of ships arriving and leaving Australian ports with dates from March to May. Cargoes include coal and oil products. Notable movements include the Kowarra, Morinda, Marella, Poonbar, and Ormongde with multiple regional port calls and overseas services.

WSS Morinda Vaya de Minecle Vacuin Oil Co Bowen Ville Cairns B.C Marella Awneville Digtin Java Singapore Murada Marhin Adelaide Orungal Sydney Melbourne Uybert Mulbourne Tales Northern Ports Beatley Anislennie Townsville Ormision South Meemie Mullet Olen Cap Meres Deel Cairns Commonwealth Swansime Antas Paperanca Bay Colombe Brisbane Hobwen Jerving Bay London Maree Fay Feft Fremantle Hull Moreton Bap Malaule Maerety Ab Ferndale Teh Fremantle the Dale Uull

Fragmentary Daily Radio News Schedule and Programs

A garbled OCR listing radio and weather segments outlines a dense schedule. Mentions include music blocks, talks on welfare, weather reports, religious pieces, poems, market and stock items, and various named programs and stations. Names and places are unclear due to transcription errors.

Prices Climb as Market Flows Show Mixed Grain Demand

The Oma steeo market reports brisk values for Kreene hats and fine sales across several lots. Wheat futures advanced to 3/95 with firm tones, potatoes and pumpkins in plentiful supply, onions at 7/9, and maize gains amid improved conditions. overall demand remained cautious but healthier.

Oma-Steeo Veda

Butter and Cheese Market Quiet in English Market

London March 29 the butter market is quiet and easier with Danish figure notching gains. Cheese trading slow as New Zealand products quote around low levels and Australian items show firm tendency amid subdued demand.

London Frome OW Nustruad

Mining Market Report From March Trade Briefing

Fragmentary mining market note lists spot and monthly prices, bars and metals quotes with scattered figures and abbreviations. Mentions likely locations and firms in terse terms, reflecting a period commodity market snapshot.

Babinda Mill Correspondence Responds to Whippet Criticism

A reply dated 28 May 1928 defends Babinda Mill management against recent criticisms by Brower and others. It invites a general shareholders meeting to air grievances and asserts accountability of staff and directors, urging proper examination of charges and a fair ruling at the meeting.

Focal Press Ipidciion

Way of Thanks from Twomey Family

Thank you note expresses gratitude from Fna Twomey and her mother to friends for support during a recent event. The message mentions appreciate kindness, thoughtful words, and help during recovery and return home.

Fna Twomey

Bereavement Acknowledgment From Mir oC and Mrs A

Miscellaneous readers confess sympathy after a recent sad bereavement. Mir oC, F Sieapscin, and Mrs A 0, White express condolences and courtesy to the affected family.

Cairns Post adopts editor as contact point for all staff

The Cairns Post directs that all official communications be addressed to the Editor rather than to any individual staff member. Readers are urged to send inquiries and notices to the Editor to ensure proper handling by the publication.

Cairns

Reuters World Service Notice Rostered Rights

A brief notice notes that Reuters world service and other special sources are used for overseas intelligence in this issue and that rights in Australia and New Zealand are reserved.

Epecif Reuter World Service Australia New Zealand

Publishers Notice Satire Fragments With Obscure Text

A fragmented OCR style notice from a newspaper page presents a satire laden fragment. It references names or places obliquely and lacks clear events or dates. The readable bits suggest a playful or editorial note rather than a concrete report.

TQ Correspondents and a Muddle of Names and Ports

An OCR fragment shows scrambled references to correspondents, names like John, Dela-MP, Wiley, Choe, and a possible note about a letter Bale Courtes Port. The text appears as garbled notes or misread lines with no clear events or dates to anchor a concrete summary.

John Dela Wiley

Premier visit to Cairns stirs public hopes for Barron River

Citizens welcomed the Premier and the Empire Parliamentary Delegation in Cairns. Mr McCormack praised the Premier for attention to the district and outlined finance and economic issues, urging practical action on sugar, borrowing, and river development. He stressed harnessing Barron Falls as essential before any further steps.

Cairns McCormack Hinsole Barron Queensland

Cairns people press for action on Cairns project

The Cairns community and Premier clashed over a stalled plan seen as vital for the city and district. Data gathered by experts were sent to the Government. Cairns sought clarity after delays and an official inquiry. public pressure remains to avoid harming private enterprise and advance the scheme.

Cairns Anl Promier Cairns I Ae Cairos Butt Senda Lou

Easter Railway Timetable Promises Faster Trade

Railway Department announces special arrangements for Easter trade with measures to speed up travel and freight. Hotline details appear in advertising columns for readers seeking timetable specifics and service changes during the holiday period.

Railway Department

Railway Superintendent Visits Ravenshoe Interview

Railway Superintendent Mr Wy AL Howper reviews inspection tour highlights with praise for fresh green country and gardens at Ravenshoe. Weather forecast from Brisbane predicts generally fine conditions with scattered coastal showers and isolated thunderstorms, hot daytime temperatures in the southeast inland winds easing along the Pacific fringe.

Wy AL Howper Ravenshoe Brisbane Weather Bureau Soaith Eist Winda Pacifie Stupas

Stranded Nautilus Position Reported Serious

March 30 Brishane reports the Orient of the ststiwr Nett Hi hehe bound for Joh Moeke Lire is stranded near Mackay after a seven foot wall collapsed on Wednesday. The vessel was carried and one shade of the propeller broken. Water ingress increased as the hull failed.

Brishane Mackay

Man guilty of serious offence at Royal Motel

Henry Rendel, 37, pleaded guilty to a four year old child offence at the Royal Motel, Beilingleigh, on February 4. Mr Justice Macrosein sentenced him to life with a possible minimum of five years, noting intoxication as only mitigating factor. He protested his innocence as he was taken to gaol.

Rrisbank Henry Rendel Puter Marc Red Com We Royal Feetleigh Hendel Justice Macrosein

Mackay Shooting Case Heard in Police Court

At Mackay on March 20 the sequel to the Racecourse Mill shooting was heard in the Police Court. Gordon Dunn, charged with attempting to kill William Hugas Henry Sinclair and Frederick Vollmerhouse, faced Detective Kearney who testified Dunn said I tried to shoot him.

Late Mr A J Draper remembered by Cairns Chamber

Obituary note for Mr A J Draper at a Cairns Chamber of Commerce meeting. He chaired many meetings and was a valued member of the North Queens area community. The tribute recalls his leadership and long service.

Cairns Chamber of Commigree Prati Draper Actcastons Prosperiy Oder Othe AL J. Draper North Queens Carrie Fie Ilemner

Tennis Club Tribute to Longtime Contributors

The Tennis Club honors long serving members and supporters for many years. Mrs. AL D. Waller and family are noted for their ongoing support as the club reflects on achievements and upcoming events.

AL D. Waller Aid Family

Former rector and archdeacon mourned in Wagga report

An obituary notice expresses sorrow from Rev Joseph Campbell and the community for the passing of a former rector and archdeacon of Cairns. It notes the longtime service and connection to Wasgwa and Cuore, with family and parish officials extending condolences.

Wagga Awagha Joseph Campbell Cuore Kemi Pike Wasgwa Cairns Ieee

Obituary for Mr T Buckingham passes at 74 in Queensland

The obituary notes the death of 74 year old English born resident Mr T Buckingham who had lived in Queensland for over 40 years. Funeral services were held Thursday from Draper Street residence with Rev RH Reed officiating. Numerous floral tributes marked by families and friends followed the Latin ceremony at Martyns? cemetery. The text also lists many names of mourners from local families and organisations.

al Thomas Duckingham Queensland bin Sem. Fi-Law Mrr Alen ‘Thomson Draperstreet Thoreday Rh, Reed Yedeowling Webber June Andersen Levane Frangman A Fanny J. Noble Jaar Muriel Ad Harry Ade AW. Sperber and Dautiily J. Phinkett Fred Pyne Cormar G. Jacobs Kevan and May Mary Jane Kane Martin Kane Croydon J. ML Bundastreet C. D. Gillman AKC Martyn- Wtenet Gur Dear Minher Cirandmother J. P. Gonohwe Fee Aing Charlie Agnes Wes Merank Murphy James Marstanl Altre Murphy Houry Mey Hansen Patmol Cuscie Mle Anne Mew Muapenads Trene Mra Or Shieh Famvein al Kdiva Khren Abeterigg Fla Mavis Bs Aid Md TE Steele Sinel Stephemseont Hove Liggers Gowanlock Mes. Hansen A.B. Rowse A. Robing V John Turner Cree Ly Martin Ogilvie Priestly W. Patterson Wools Dan Dillon Jobson Bremner Mann Hannah Aml Sent Street Jensen Willie Mra. Schmid Mim Kearney McTavish and M. Carvolth

False Pretences Maltese Convicted in Innisfail Court

In Innisfail on March 30 Maltese defendant Joseph Teuma faced the Summons Court for false pretences. Prosecuted by E F Lawes, he admitted guilt to falsely claiming unemployment benefits and was fined £3 with costs and ordered to repay £11 8 to the Department. The magistrate warned fines would rise for future cases.

Innisfail Joseph Teuma Aitkin PML South John Buly Department of Labor E. F. Lawes Tunisfail’ Labor Bureau

Cairns Electorate Premier's Resolve Reported

Cairns voters heard Premier express resolve to stay in State politics only if electors desire it. He denied plans to retire, saying he would remain as long as electors choose him, despite speculation tied to Federal politics and the Labor party. The crowd pressed for a pledge on remaining in Cairns representation.

Vie Sainhiey Mark Twain Cairns Drude Eich Caanrs Chet Mros Ho Warner Cher Cai Moore

Premier Metor Meets Cardwell Delegation in Welcome

The Premier met by Northern caret, Smirk, and Maclean before departure for Cardwell where a formal welcome was extended. He plans to remain about a week to confer with Cardwell Shire Council and others on matters of interest. Mr McCormack accompanied by Mr Hy Stantey, the Secretary to the Treasury.

Cardwell Metor Moi CoteeMlore Smirk Maclean Garda Metwrdiv Creagh Cordwell Shire Mccormack Hy Stantey Cudine The Treasury

Firearms Act Provisions Detailed for Brillant March

From Mowibay evact aicane pussion ing a firearm the avnial barrel under dee inches in feneth with anody for registration to the nearest police station A fiver will at tee jest te acer toder 18 Anyone i possession of a monregistesen weapon is liable to a smallv of st dete tha 21 er aire than C80. For coveving ome in the daytime a person te diwdle ii a tine of sot dese than £ 20 gee vote Uh C100 if te has tea license while fie carrying a fun owt mehn ethan 9 Peemee en affpnaber is ots fable pater. srisonmert not exceeding miontlia.

Brillant Mowibay Feneth

Better Bulls Scheme Aims To Improve State Herds

The article notes growing farmer interest in the better bull scheme under the Agriculture Minister Ale Forgan San'th. The economic committee reports ongoing work, with public information released and emphasis on improved dairy herds, despite limited early uptake.

State Department Paisrane Ale

Riot fears near Ireland spark large mobilization

A report notes a plan involving around three hundred men intended to stage disturbances and deter movement toward Ireland. Authorities and organizers are described as preparing to counter the unrest and protect travel routes.

Ireland

Herd testing schemes urged to boost dairy profits

Department officers carried out free herd testing so farmers could identify profitable cows. Officials hoped more dairy farmers would adopt the program, noting Queenslend lags behind New Zealand and Australian states in yield, and suggesting improvements could raise output.

Queenslend New Zealand Australia Queens Ia Frenne

Speedway Huxley Event Draws Crowd in Night Meet

A large crowd attended the event on Garderday night. Tommy Benstead, Australian motor cyclist and coach, won the chief event the silver energy in 79 seconds, covering a distance equal to 451 miles over two match races. Hiexley and Wong were noted contenders in the field.

Tommy Benstead Vic Hiexley Y Benstead Renee Iniel Wong

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