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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 15, 1920
Page
5
A transcription outlines a contentious city board discussion on press access. Members argue policy, motives, and the risk of influencing public opinion while balancing transparency and secrecy. Contention centers on whether reporters should attend executive sessions and how much information to reveal to the public.
Fragmentary report notes Canberra liner undergoing major overhauls after wartime service. Transport lines indicate altered schedules and two return legs affected, with potential impact on Sydney to Melbourne routes and Saturday operations in May.
Senator Gardiner raised questions in Federal Parliament about statements accusing Labor members of disloyalty and Sinn Fein during the Prince of Wales visit. He said the matter should be referred to the Minister of Repatriation for information after cables seeking clarification were sent.
Melbourne April 1 The Navy Minister discussed amending the Australian Notes Act while Parliament debated the Repatriation Bill. He noted limited Commonwealth powers over wholesale prices and a need to examine duties on pre tariff stock. The repatriation and demobilisation process faced strikes and court disputes. 170,000+ enlistments abroad yielded 50,190 killed or wounded, with 262,000 men remaining in the army. Vocational land settlement and employment efforts continued amid ongoing industrial tensions.
Workers for the Cae Western and Dublin and South Western Railways walk out in protest. Governor Mowatjoy visits the protesters, water is refused, and Puncies town races are postponed. Cardinal Logue condemns the painting of St Patrick’s Cathedral Pillars at Armagh with Sinn Fein colors and warns of property risk. Mountjoy Prison officials resign amid demonstrations. soldiers fire warning shots, a military tank arrives, and traffic chaos ensues. Dublin Corporation adjourns in protest of prisoner treatment.
In Parliament Mr. T P O Connor condemned military repression in Ireland warning it fuels revolt. Labour MPs urged vigilance against terrorism while noting interned Bolsheviks in New York and arrests risk triggering further unrest. The debate stressed keeping law and order despite ongoing hunger strike pressure.
In a meeting about shipping facilities and dredging on wigterstey, Harbor Board members discussed practical hurdles. Mr Hodel cited no tide at Townsville while Mr Earl noted limited current activity to speed piles. The group considered decisive measures before Mr Entheer for Her and other officials weigh next steps.
Cable from the Governor General of South Africa reports the death of Sir Hamilton Goold-Adams late Governor of land in Capetown last Monday. He was in his Goth year, served as Governor at River Calay and High Commissioner of yerus before coming to Queensland. A wife and two children survive him.
Fragmentary report indicates discussions about continuing the Governor in office beyond the usual term. The source notes that the decision rests with imperial authorities and hints at a pending appointment matter. No clear names, dates, or places are confirmed in the readable text.
Brisbane April 14 Fihelly issued a statement on the death of Governor Sir Hamilton Goold Adams praising his vigor adaptability and service. He notes Adams worked to engage with Queensland and comments on his humane policy views and harmonious relations with the ministry. A cable to the South African Prime Minister conveyed condolences and a wreath for Lady Goold Adams.
Sydney April 14 Inglish and Sons concluded a sale of thoroughbred stock at Newmarket Sushies Randwick chiefly brood mares. Details list brood mares in accounts to M F W McDonald Wanbo Stud Warkworth Cossack Girl with bay filly by Kernan imp foaled Oct 21 1919 plus other horses and foals with buyers named J Seaton Ty River A Read Victoria Bow Bells Lord Queensland etc many entries with guineas amounts and some lots with no bids.
A string of horse names and odd entries appears for the City Tatterisl's Cup event with distances and times listed for several horses including Keanaqubahr, Chrysolaus, Milheme, Fomting Ro, las Or, Gambler's Gold, and Olympic n Comedy. The fragmentary record cites sponsors and winners uncertainties amid a chaotic lineup of purported runners and classifications.
Melbourne reports a sparse program at Moonee Valley with crowd attendance. Hurdles over 2 miles saw Katwyk close on Tharneck by a neck. Pimpara won the Steeplechase after Bethune was placed second on a protest. Lancer Plume led Parkdale to victory in a short handicap. Royal Token claimed Welter after a tough chase. Pontoon led to a two and a half length win in another event.
Hartford report notes Chaney knocks out Jory Fox in a standout bout at Winder Stadium with Fox defeated.
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