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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1951
Page
3
A fragmented old text discusses detecting intrusive birds and egg finding. It suggests locating a bird in the yard, disposing of it, and deploying labor for rapid drying. It mentions testing, replacement, and monitoring through the weekend, with reference to a poultry farm and labor costs.
A proposed method stresses culling all faulty shell eggs before incubation to prevent embryo issues. Faulty shells can be inherited, so removing birds with shell-forming faults is advised. Diet adjustments and manganese sulphate supplementation may improve shell quality.
The report quotes Colonial Secretary James Griffiths describing the Gold Coast voting method as a trial in secret ballots. Nominees were chosen for Rural Electoral Colleges while towns voted directly for candidates, seen as moving toward self government within the Commonwealth.
Testimony details a dispute over ore claims at a silver valley mine with allegations of misrepresentation and inflated expectations. Key figures include Thom pson, Ludlow, Powell, Gatenby, and others as they discuss bulk percentages, assay results, payments, and battery development while negotiations and accusations unfold.
A Gordonvale garden party at the Whitaker residence honored Lady Albemarle top figure of the National Federation of Women’s Institutes. She praised Australian WI work, delivered greetings from the old country, and thanked the CWA for support while noting Queen Elizabeth’s royal connection. Guests included Mrs Mighell, Mrs Weatherston, and many locals in tasteful dresses, with bouquets of Cooktown orchids presented to the guest of honor.
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