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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 16, 1928
Page
7
In April strange tidal readings and lunar phases noted at the Sark Ten Cairn port. Entries show multiple high tides, moon phases including new moon and first quarter, with scattered numerals and references to arrivals such as Varta and Mineric from Uversea.
A Melbourne to Cairns and Brisbane shipping schedule lists multiple steamers with their departure dates from Melbourne and arrival expectations at Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney, and Townsville. It details vessels like The Bombala, The Cumberra, The St. Albans, The Taiping, The Marella, The Morinda, The Poombar, and others, with several departures from April to May and various port calls along the Australian coast.
The St Albans steamer, newly arrived from Cairns to Sydney, will depart Brisbane at 10 a.m. tomorrow after unloading 21 tons of general cargo. Canberra overhaul and pot making trips are mentioned as context with Philp as the agents.
Postal Ser Roberts said about £1600 a month is being sent from this state to Italy, roughly £20,000 in total. Remittance to other foreign countries amounts to about £2000.
Morning session lists lectures and market weather reports from The Daily Mail and The Daily Stand news desks. It includes a Brisbane choir concert program with Madrigal selections and choral works by Moristanne and Queensland musicians, plus stock reports and weather forecasts.
Swaney reports spot and monthly metal prices including copper, lead, zinc, tin, silver and refined gold. Prices show daily and monthly figures with varied unit notations and a focus on current market levels.
The funeral of Fergus O Beirne from St Thomas Church Mareeba followed a long service with Father McFaden officiating. Floral tributes came from numerous families and societies, signaling a well attended farewell in the community.
Announcement to Cairns Roman Catholic congregations reports the death of Rev. Fr RK. J. Sire OSA at Echuca Victoria on Segur day. He long served in Cooktown Vicariate including Cooktown Croydon Mareeba and Cairns and was beloved by many in the North for his work and kindness.
The Premier visited Ingham on Wednesday and heard three deputations. The council sought funds for an exchange to adjust grazing claims and changes to an old site as rats affected conditions. The school committee raised issues, but the Premier offered advice and promised support while urging proper channels.
In memoriam for a dear father who departed this life on April 15. Inserted by his loving wife and children.
Nervous-minded Australians see a swing toward peace in industry as moderates gain ground against agitators. The piece argues that stable industrial harmony, honest work, and fair trade are essential to reduce unemployment and avoid radical methods, citing J. C. Valentine of the Australian Federated Union of Locomotive Engineers.
Reports say efforts to unite parties faced obstruction from extremists. In City Police Court, Frederick Gitsham and George Hoye admitted drunkenness and were discharged. Weather outlook shows showers along the coast with cool to moderate temperatures. Road and footpath hazards noted as motor cars and cyclists invade pedestrian space, prompting concerns over city safety and policing.
Jennie Wilton aged under one year was brought before Cy Police Court on a charge of lacking lawful visible means of support. The defendant pleaded guilty and the case adjourned for social welfare arrangement. A second Traffic Court session fined several drivers for breaches of regulations including speeding and riding with lights.
Sydney mourns the death of a 111 year old resident known as Dave Pooner. The obituary notes his long life marked by gold rush ventures and sharp faculties until recent years. His wife predeceased him and his eldest son Thomas survives.
The report notes continued unsettled conditions from mid March with strong winds and heavy showers along the coast. A tropical disturbance off the coast near Papua hovered. improvements are expected within hours as atmospheric pressure shifts. Cairns received a weather bulletin from Brisbane noting no new unfavorable developments and a depression that is weakening.
Maxwell Steele, 19, a worker at Rubber Co, was attacked by a shark while swimming at Hewbenels on Saturday afternoon and later died from his injuries.
The State conference of the ALPS unanimously backed Mr. T. Payne Evatt as converging candidate in the 1925 elections. Payne is viewed as an asset for the party, with no speaker opposing readmission and support for a united future.
April 14 Roma. Before departing for Brisbane, Joleanne asserts oil possibilities after days of preliminary geophysical survey. Dr Kralmann reports 100 miles of weathered country tested with wells reaching 40 feet, noting several Texas wells located by this method. Government Geologist Mr Wastan endorses the survey, calling the science new but promising for mining and oil interests in Queensland.
In Melbourne the Australian Missionary Council denounces West Australian authorities over alleged aboriginal deaths in the North West. Canon E. Hughes cites a royal commission finding four deaths by burning near Dala in 1920 and criticizes magistrate Regan. A protest is urged urging government action to review the case.
Constable Mackay arrested five men in Innisfail on April 14 for travelling from Feluga to by paying month. It was listed as a second offence and each was ordered to pay 11/8 costs. One defendant was also fined 48 with 11/8 costs in default.
A new Catholic church at Parramatta was blessed and formally opened yesterday by church leaders Hin Laurdehip Der Kleavexs CLA and Fr J Hielan CLA conducted the blessing and first Mass. The school attached to the parish will open to parishioners this coming evening.
Dr Heavey spoke on church school funding and urged parishioners to support a new church and school in Cairns. The initiative relies on voluntary labor and donations, with a building cost of £2 200 and a plan to expand later as demand grows. Mass will be held weekly at St Monica’s and confessions on Saturdays.
The Cancer Campaign benefit cycling meet proceeds after weather delays at Nutman Park. Notables Dick Newell and Monday Murray highlight Friday night events with handicap and scratch races, plus a teams race and popular sprint heats.
Brisbane April 15 Les Van wuc crashed and lost his title to Silver Gaulet, Merry Ford, and Les Kelly at Davies Park Speedway Saturday night. He finished about half a lap behind in 1045 seconds, averaging roughly 44 miles per hour.
A weather note from Innisfail reports noth-easterly winds driving seas offshore. Rain is expected to spout Saturday afternoon with advice from district centres noting scattered showers across the area.
Official text discusses the predicted start date of a forthcoming sitting of Parliament and whether the session will last or be cut short. It weighs possibilities of recess or extended debate depending on weather in late winter and the risks to timetable.
Fragmentary narrator questions certainty about hydraulics power and moral choices. A wandering listener debates costs and safety as a man sits drinking, musing on water, electricity, and fate. The scene shifts between satire and rustic dialogue in a crowded hostel.
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