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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1930
Page
5
Fragmentary stock note appears to cite prices and trades with unclear names and figures. Limited readable items mention yard, Leach, and sgham words, but overall content is garbled and lacks coherent events or entities.
A Friday night dance in Irvinebank to aid hospital funds drew a smaller crowd as townspeople had begun leaving after the battery ceased operations. The event aims to cover expenses, and organizers expect the balance to be cleared. A correction notes a prior misidentification of Maton Coast’s relief during Matson Derrick’s absence. Scores from a local cash-game and a 700-yard race are listed, with Tighe and Senney among top finishers amid gusty, damp conditions.
April 7 notes from Yungaburra report on the Cairns Hinterland Association meeting. President M Ciesninson presided as members discussed finances, audit status, and annual reports. Delegates from multiple clubs reviewed subscriptions, grading rules, and forthcoming election of officers with a May deadline for affiliation and player registration.
An earth tremor was felt in Longreach affecting workers at multiple parts of the station. Reports describe a low rumble and a brief shake lasting five seconds or more, with some disturbances noted to crockery on shore areas. Police/authorities have not issued any warnings.
The Mossman Golf Club report details a cool breeze and bright sunshine affecting rounds. Skipper Robinson carded four under par on one hole, while Mrs Mullaney led a club associates tea with a strong net score and many handicaps listed for the new season.
The Atherton shire meeting discussed candidates for the council with Mr Dodd the favored nominee. Soldiers and settlers urged direct representation, rate relief, and 50 percent rate reductions. League support for Dodd carried, with Carter, Dinne, Allen, and others named as delegates and participants in proposed actions at upcoming meetings.
Canberra report notes discussion on war saving certificates to aid small savers and support Commonwealth efforts. It recalls that about £10 certificates were issued to help through wartime savings, with roughly 26,500,000 raised over four years.
Herberton news notes visits by T de J Atherton of Brisbane brother of Mines Minister E A Atherton. along with J Thompson of Evelyn, J Harte of the Australian Navy, E S Mauna of Babinda, and Scully of Townsville. They attend farmers meetings, official duties, and family reunions on the Tableland and Evelyn.
In the case Ro MacHugh v W A Sungrt a claim is made for payment for timber sold and delivered. Witnesses describe debts contracted by a wife and a statement that the husband advertised non-responsibility for his wife's debts. The magistrate rules a plaintiff verdict and costs, noting a newspaper ad did not relieve the husband of liability. The article then shifts to Jubilee preparations in Herberton with weather prospects, hospitality plans, and upcoming events including shows, bazaars, balls, and hospital fund activities.
Advert says Moore's Emerald Oil restores skin, with money back if relief not achieved. Claims first use provides relief, repeated treatments clear issues, oil is antiseptic, non staining, non greasy, and fully refundable if not satisfied. Encourages readers to buy from a chemist today.
A garbled text item promises a dandruff cure by dissolving flakes with rapid application and scalp treatment. It cites rare brand names, chemical tips, and alleged results while mentioning scalp health and growth, though the content is incoherent and fragmented.
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