09 Apr 1910
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 09, 1910
Page
1
London report notes shareholders of the Queens land Investment Company have approved a scheme to reorganise the company’s capital structure.
London report notes the Morning Leader argues the government should not seek royal intervention to break the deadlock between the two Houses. It warns inviting a throne decision could prompt a broader crisis and suggests a more cautious approach to resolve the impasse.
Fragmentary report describes a bull fight event with strained text about a bull attempting a leap and a looming clash in a location named Meir. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
London reports that United States railways have moved grain freights from Fort William and Port Arthur to the sea in an effort to capture Canadian trade. The Grand Trunk Railway contends its rates and now seeks reductions on Great Lakes and Atlantic freights to align Canadian rates from Fort William to Liverpool with those in the United States.
The Hight Rev Alfred Barry was intered in Worcester representing the King followed immediately behind the coffin. Mrs Berry and Sir John Wolfe Marry were also present.
London report notes Welsh miners overwhelming support for the masters’ terms with Aberdare Salley opposing.
A grand jury in Pittsburg seeks indictments against Frank Hoff tot a steel manufacturer and banker on charges of crime piracy and bribery to secure four billion in state funds. The proceedings involve payoffs to City Council member Stewart and relate to securing sums from local banks and state funds. The record shows a complex set of charges and the suspect’s ties to financial institutions.
London dispatch notes critic questioning optimistic official statements about the King's health. It mentions the monarch recently suffered illness but is said to be recovering and taking precautions to avoid exposure.
A clipped report discusses Queensland relations with the War Office amid wartime efforts. The piece hints at recognition in high places and mentions ongoing discussions or influence shaping policy or compliance with wartime needs. News tone suggests imperial administration and military coordination.
The cables report rising tensions as Alfonso the arbitrator urges Lime and Quito cabins to adopt a conciliatory stance amid threats of conflict and renewed tensions in the frontier dispute.
A high grade scheme advances for a first class steel shipbuilding plant at St John’s. Yarland and Wolff, Canadian Pacific and Allan Steamship Companies co operate and expect works to begin by year end with government subsidy provided.
London reports show Sir Charles Swinfein Eady of the High Court of Justice approving the Australian Joint Stock scheme despite doubts over creditors being forced to accept less than a pound and shareholders gaining. Pall Mall Gazette criticizes migrants and the children veto, calling it a paradox for a population‑starved continent and noting England’s perceived consequences.
In Marseille the strike forces ships to depart as crews replaced by freecibles and jerkets. Thirty vessels sail as agitators press sailors to protest retention of some crew members. The maritime court sentences ten days for mutiny with prosecutions started against others.
The Daily Chronicle notes Sir George Reid’s timely statement amid a slow aid process. It mentions assistance to families of men who have immigrated, aiming to build a memorial for the departed and provide support to those affected.
The advance of tariff reform dominates a Commons debate as Haldane warns a breach of the Lords' consent would test traditions while Austen Chamberlain dismisses reform as a sham. Hamilton Benn press for reform amid foreign tariffs, unemployment, and free trade amendments. The division ends 385 to 0 with Nationalists abstaining.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a curious skin treatment or product claim with prices 1/6 and 3/6 and four times the quantity, mentioning sales at local stalls and a wholesale distributor.
In LoeDoos Bristol on February 4 a blaze swept Easton Colliery. Miner Tomkins risked his life to rescue mates, returning through flames and smoke after initially preparing to escape. He forced a dash back to warn and aid colleagues, suffering injuries from flying embers. His account recalls the peril and selfless act amid the deadly inferno.
A mine fire injures two miners who reach the surface while a third, Joe Gayner, suffocates in the darkness. Rescue efforts recover two other workers, while three men remain missing after the blaze near the engine house strands them underground.
An antique advertisement promotes Dr Sheldon’s Bagestic Liniment claiming relief for lumbago lame back cuts bruises and similar pains. It promises continued applications will exert a cure and improve mobility for the user.
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