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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 08, 1913
Page
4
A collection of brief items reports deaths and appointments in varying places. Lady Carson’s death is noted in London and Sir Edward Carson’s wife Nady is named. A Vancouver steamer grounding causes drownings. Arlington dispatches mention a request from Captain Duhig about a ship incident. Melbourne signals an impending private viewing and staff changes with Lloyd and Cormody named in new posts.
An April 1 dispatch notes that Auffragement burned or damaged public areas including Ye Armstrong Park in Newcesile and nearby Bower-bade areas. The brief confirms vandalism incidents tied to early protests in London.
A fragmented London report from April 7 notes Keir Martie leading a campaign within the Independent Lacor Marts. The piece contends Radicals are miscast and the Radical Party is portrayed as controlled by large capital interests, signaling a heated political struggle and opposition lines.
An OCR fragment discusses racial tension and eugenic ideas with references to Melbourne, Christchurch, and Christchurch related names. It mentions a vow to support an Australasian stance against perceived threats, calls for prohibitory measures, and describes a tense wartime mood before April 4 events.
A discussion notes the Commonwealth offer to take over the State Savings Bank and the risk to Queensland if control is ceded. It mentions a proposed payment and the potential loss of local management, with quotes attributed to Mr. Pialaynon and concerns about the effect on deposits and regional banking.
Sydney reports an incident where officers attempted to arrest a woman after a city street disturbance. A man, Harry Thompson aged 21, was charged with shooting with intent, while constables Kemmel and others defended a struggle during the arrest. A second gunshot narrowly missed Kemmel. The case continues with a remand until Friday.
The passage reports claims by Mr Hodges and references the Attorney General and Mr Minghen regarding land ownership along the transcontinental rail route. It notes statements by Labour ministers and company directors, questioning credibility and calling for substantiation of charges by Mr Hodges.
Fragmentary OCR text appears to discuss imperial issues and department actions, referencing propaganda and speculation. The readable phrases suggest a political or governmental document about control, messaging, and leadership.
The Governor in Council issues new regulations under The Liquor Act of 12, detailing court procedures for licensing applications and renewals, the hearing process, penalties for breaches, court adjournment powers, and mandatory room numbering for licensed premises with inspectors empowered to enforce. The text outlines hearing rules, record keeping by licensees, and penalties for noncompliance.
Abstract from the Bulletin November 1911 notes OF WZ Ltd an insurance firm with authorised capital around £1000 Ѐnsure and paid capital £1 300 088. The article highlights high risk coverage strong capital base and net premium income £135 10s. The Queensland branch Brisbane managed by A Saltmarsh.
Br J B Tindale, editor of the Comme ule Wetchmas, writes about thirteen years of illness and his use of Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhea Remedy to cure attacks quickly. He recommends the remedy to others and claims chemists and merchants would agree.
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