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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 18, 1911
Page
2
The fragment explains census card requests and filing steps. It states individuals must obtain a card and instructions from the post office and, if head of household, require a second card for the household. The passage references the Census and post office procedures.
Reports fear delays in linking Cairns with the hinterland push officials to speed up an emergency mail route. Mr. E Theodore MLA arrived after protests were voiced at inland centres. Local discussions focus on transport from Port Douglas to Mount Molloy and Cairns Postal Office actions.
Mount Molloy Ltd announces H H Pittard of Paling's Ti as representative now in Cairns amid efforts for railway coach arrangements and steamers. The notice outlines ongoing planning for transport services and indicates imminent actions by the company in the region.
Cane Farm in Bosrilyan area last year produced 14 per ton for cane. Bounty paid 7/6 per ton. Farm 1 mile from Mill, trem cut in November with perfect ratches. Terms arranged. Price £12300. Apply A. J. Draper Auctioneer Cairns.
Thursday will see 120 tons of oil loaded aboard the destroyers now in port as part of their supply move.
In Cairns an evening hospital fundraiser concert was held aboard destroyers docked in Shore Hall. Crew members invited local children to tour ships, share the experience, and boost hospital support during a rainy day visit that drew wide attendance.
The Paleer arrived from Townsville with rough seas and fog as the Weasel waited for the Johnstone Ber launch from Innisfail. London Biograph and Musical Entertainers open at The Shire Hall tonight with pictures and variety acts led by Miss Idy Howerd, admission 2 shillings and 1 shilling, meals 1 shilling extra.
The court records show J J Douglas represented by Meeurs Fena in a shoe related case. Details remain unclear due to fragmented text but indicate judicial proceedings involving the Checutt Volet matter and court time.
The report notes the Cairns to Port Doug line showing effort to secure freight connections with North peers. Mr Petr Hyree of Chillagoe arranged a four-article consignment shipped from Cairns via Koranda by ten day train. The freight reached Chillagoe after crossing the ranges despite difficulties.
A large attendance of ladies gathered at the Council Chamber invited by Mrs J. G Hoare to a social in aid of the Visit to 8 Cabins by Australian destroyers Parra matte and Verre. Hoare and W J Munro attended. Abboteat agreed to hold a children’s event on 86 Friday.
The Basis Tongais Fund seeks support for Mrs Davis and her eight children after the Woongala disaster. Trustees J. Draper and M. Boland oversee donations received at the Post office to provide a permanent home. The list of contributors includes many local names and firms, with daily publications of the fallowing supporters.
The Cairns report notes rainfall ending 2 a.m. yesterday with showers and dull skies. Rain amounts are unclear though a total of 43 points is mentioned, with earlier readings from 1 a.m. to 7 p.m. The brief forecast highlights showery conditions continuing.
A report from LA indicates promoter Mr E Theodore told the Post last evening that recent rains did not seriously hinder efforts to repair the damaged railway line. Work continues with crews and equipment on site.
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